17 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1907
Page
1
Roosevelt on the Mayflower leads a magnificent line of fighting ships toward the Chesapeake. The fleet departs with heavy armament and heightened naval readiness as tensions loom over the approach to the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.
Old Point Comfort December 16. Sixteen battleships in a four mile line sailed on a 14 000 mile voyage to the west coast under President Roosevelt aboard the cruiser Mayflower. The spectacle from Hampton Roads to Chesapeake Bay showcased the latest in battleship design and naval power.
Attaches of foreign legations and embassies in Washington praised the display of naval ships. They noted the precise maneuvering, impressive fleet formation, and the orderly reception aboard the Mayflower. President Roosevelt offered encouragement to officers, while officials regarded the cruise as valuable naval training and a striking public spectacle.
The president praised the ship's crew during a reception for officers and sailors, recalling a voyage to the Lethmus of Panama and the fleet's devoted service. He thanked the enlisted men and affirmed their competence and dedication.
President Roosevelt greets Admiral Evans, commander of the fleet, on the Mayflower during a formal reception. Evans salutes, the president acknowledges with a hat lift, and the two share a brief ceremonial exchange before the fleet proceeds to its next destination.
The Mayflower hosts a formal naval reception with Rear Admiral Berry and officers. torpedo boats Stringham and Tingley accompany the fleet as President Roosevelt waves goodbye. Guards, bands, and bright signaling lent a martial air as ships dress for the President’s departure.
Thousands line Old Point shores and Fort Monroe as the fleet lifts anchor and sails. Wives sisters and sweethearts of officers join the crowd to witness the departure. The Connecticut passes the pier as the band plays farewell tunes including The Girl I Left Behind Me and Auld Lang Syne. Public passion and patriotic feeling mark the scene.
Four sailors overstayed leave at Old Point pier and triggered a chaotic wig wag display as they attempted to signal for a pickup. The incident escalated with caps removed and improvised signaling from a raised pile head while the departing vessel sailed away.
President Roosevelt and naval officers pose for a photo as Admiral Evane orders a quick shot. Sixteen ships advance along the coast at ten knots toward treacherous Hat terian waters, then head to Trinidad for tropical Christmas ceremonies amid farewell wireless messages.
The steamer President Grant, carrying Secretary of War Taft and family, faced rough seas and cold weather since leaving Hamburg December 7. Taft, little Charles ill but improving, will reach New York late Friday or Saturday. Taft notes Roosevelt will not seek a third term but declines to discuss U.S. politics. He spoke briefly on Russia and the Czar aboard the ship.
A deadly mine fire near Birmingham devastates the site with tragic casualties. Rescue teams recover numerous mutilated bodies from the rubble as crews battle the blaze and search for survivors. Local authorities investigate the cause as workers and families await grim updates.
In a Senate speech Senator Tillman brandished a clearing house certificate and urged changes to the currency system. He attacked President Roosevelt’s financial handling, questioned bank officials, and pressed for concrete inquiries into bank failures and financial paralysis.
The president and the fleet left the roadstead after a completion of review at the Horse Shoe and weighed anchor for the Potomac. The Mayflower steamed out just after noon and the fleet cleared the capes within two hours to start an historic practice cruise.
Paris December 16 French naval officers view the American turtleship squadron voyage to the Pacific as a professional feat with insurmountable difficulties. Captain Faber notes three main problems coaling provisioning and repairs navigation of the Mungellan straits and maintaining unit cohesion. If successful and able to practice target shooting the fleet would showcase crew and ship efficiency, drawing praise even from the English navy.
Toky o December 16 reports show newspapers and officials have not received formal announcement of the fleet's departure. Public figures interviewed by the Associated Press regard the sailing as a foregone conclusion and expect a peaceful welcome if the ships head to the Pacific. Notables Hayashi Count Okuma Marquis Ito former Prime Minister Katazura Admiral Togo all say the American fleet would be warmly received in the Far East.
Wireless dispatch from Lieut Chandler reports the fleet, including the Connecticut, forty miles southeast of Hatteras and crabbing at ten knots in four columns with four ships per column. The message notes the fleet off Hatteras near Diamond Shoals and the light northwest winds.
Cumbria Steel company lays off 1,100 workers at Johnstown Pennsylvania. Total unemployed in the plant area reaches about 4,000. No local improvement expected until after the new year.
Breslau seismological station reported a moderate earthquake at 6 45 near 6 500 miles away. The report notes a Vincent event and an estimated distance from the recording site.
New York December 16 The Republican club set a special meeting for Monday night to discuss a resolution advocating Governor Charles E Hughes for president.
A Yolando No 1 mine explosion traps 40 to 60 workers with 35 bodies recovered by midnight. Rescue teams from Albernate Searles Davis Creek and Brookwood work in debris as 1500 feet deep shafts vent hot air and dust. Officials report windy shots likely caused the blast. some survivors crawl out burned and injured.
Senator Sutherland introduced a bill to exhibit United States mineral resources at the International Mining exposition in New York next year. The bill directs the president to invite foreign governments to send exhibits and to place mineral products on display.
Rome reports Pope Pius XII elevates four new cardinals in a closed Vatican conclave. Names include Pietro Gasparri secretary of the congregation for extraordinary ecclesiastical affairs and others, with Archbishop Marcetttes al Harriman noted as ill with grip. New York telegram notes Harriman’s improving grip illness and plans to return to office soon.
Representative John Sharp Williams of Mississippi introduced the Blaine reciprocity plan seeking free access for American hemisphere products in exchange for similar concessions. Williams called it the GOP’s main farmers’ aid, noting opposition from other Republicans. A separate resolution sought cotton price data from the secretary of agriculture. The House adjourned after a brief session, with further actions delayed.
William P Frye sworn as president pro tem of the senate amid other Oklahoma appointments. Robert J Owen gains a six year term while Thomas P Gore receives a two year term. Gore, the blind senator, signs his oath at the vice president desk.
Caleb Powers testified in Georgetown Kentucky that he organized mountain men to come to Frankfort before the Goepel assassination as a moral show of support. He admitted leading a group described as a captain army but denied directing violence or instructing fighters.
The Petit Bleu states that England and the Congo Free State have reached an accord to build a railroad from Ladau on the Nile’s east bank in eastern Soudan to the Congo frontier.
Former Senator J Frank Alice of Delaware announced that Bay State Gas Company has cleared its affairs after lengthy litigation and court ordered bond settlements. He said more than one million dollars remain in the treasury and Thomas W Lawson of Boston and associates will manage the company with Lawson elected president and Senator Allie vice president.
A Chinese meeting in Wuchow gathers gentry and merchants to protest Western river patrols and British gunboats. They pledge 300000 to fund six steamers to expel British traders from the West River and plan a boycott of British bottoms. In Morocco, Sultan Moroccaees is defeated and retreats to Morocco City as Abdul Aziz troops ready Safi.
The Pettibone trial proceeds without defense counsel as Clarence Darrow falls ill and Ed gar Wilson substitutes. Prosecutors present documentary evidence aiding Henry Orchard’s testimony while judge Goddard remains a key witness. cross examinations and adjournments shape the day.
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