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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1913
Page
1
Secretary of State hosts a dinner for diplomats in Washington and presents the case for San Francisco as the site of a grand exposition to invite participation from foreign governments. The article outlines the diplomatic push to secure global involvement and support.
A report outlines reactions from Army and Navy officers who served in the Philippines at a banquet in their honor. Republican leaders discuss views for and against calling a special convention amid internal party debates.
The senate rejects a proposed amendment to the currency bill offered by Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska by a 40 to 35 vote. The action ends the administration's advance on the bank merger issue in this early test.
The Senate debated currency reform as the Hitchcock substitute for a four to twelve regional banks plan faced defeat. Senators Reed and Hitchcock clashed with Root and Smith over control by bankers, central board power, and inflation fears, amid accusations of Wall Street influence and political manipulation.
Paris reports an unusual case at a clinical society meeting where a pet monkey developed a cocaine habit on its own after being exposed by its owner. The creature endlessly searches for the drug and snorts it through its nose.
Utah-Apex mine near Lingham is sealed except for the Andy and Minnie levels as the search for Rafael Lopes stalls. Deputies guard entrances while officials weigh whether Lopes perished from starvation or escaped before the November 27 refuge. Police received letters from across North America, including one from Vancouver, B C, that resemble Lopes handwriting.
Secretary Bryan renewed the American invitation to world powers to participate in the Panama Pacific Exposition. At a dinner with diplomats, officials and congress, Bryan, Moore and others outlined progress and plans for a federal exhibit building and the grand naval pageant marking the canal opening. More than fifteen nations accepted the invitation.
New York report says Hans Schmidt sought a five thousand dollar life policy on Anna Aumuller as far back as April during his murder trial. Insurance examiner Harold M. Hayes testified the application named her as Mrs John Schmidt and listed her occupation as housekeeper. The marriage date given was May 5, 1912 and the insurer rejected the application.
The Langton New Mexico post office in Roosevelt county was discontinued today per official word to Postmaster John Pflueger. New postmasters commissioned include John W. Richardson at Rosedale and Thomas W. Lynch at Salt Lake in Socorro county.
President Wilson withdrew his honorary Carabao membership amid an investigation into a Washington banquet where army and navy officers sang profane anti Philippine songs. Secretaries Daniels and Garrison demanded explanations from top Carabao leaders as the White House voiced displeasure over insults to Philippine independence and targets of U S policy.
A Washington dinner with Charlies D. Hilles outlines key questions facing the Republican National Committee as it weighs an extraordinary convention. The plan seeks revised representation, primary recognition, and new rules to curb contests and set a fresh basis for future conventions.
San Francisco, Dec. 15. Trial of eight Western Fuel officials and employees opened with the government stating the defendants profited from fraud across five divisions. Evidence alleged short weighing of coal, false affidavits, and rebates on undelivered shipments, totaling losses around 506000 dollars.
Reports from Juarez detail Villa near Chihuahua dividing troops to trap federals and defend Juarez while Spaniards complain of expulsion. Goods seized from Spaniards are sold below half price with constitutionalist money accepted. Luis Terrazas Jr. funds used via small checks to bail him out, causing international concern. No fighting reported at Ojinaga as Mercedo camps nearby.
The article notes a committee including ich and Congressman Howell of Nebraske appointed to draft both propositions for subpiscion to the Committee. It reports a harmonious meeting with a single dispute between William Barnes and Senator Torah over the 1912 convention and that opposition to the special convention plan weakened as some advocates leaned toward the Warren compromise.
President Wilson signs commissions and reads official papers while resting in the White House upper apartment. Dr. Grayson reports improvement in health though he will stay indoors for another day or two as a precaution.
Columet Michigan December 15 Judge Otvien told the grand jury to fully probe breaches of peace and crimes linked to the Copper Country strike. I Moyer and Daniel Sullivan appeared as initial witnesses, with sixteen other federation and local union officers subpoenaed. Homes of several Quincy strikers were searched and twenty six guns confiscated as deputies patrolled the district at night.
Huerta forces move toward Chihuahua from the south as Villa fights to avoid capture. Rebels are reported scattered across the region amid tense pursuit and renewed federal pressure.
Washington dispatch notes no official confirmation of threats to foreigners by Mexican constitutionalists in Chihuahua City beyond a telegram from American Consul Letcher. Secretary Bryan says no interference with telegrams and no threats found. Consul Edwards uses trade network aid via consular agent Carrothers as wires break between Chihuahua and Joares.
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