19 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1907
Page
1
In Albuquerque, James G. Darden files for divorce with a cross complaint from his wife Mrs Darden. The dispute centers on denational allegations framed within the cross action and awaits further court action.
Mrs Fanny Van Riper Darden of New York sues for divorce in Las Cruces New Mexico charging her husband James C. Darden of Albuquerque with desertion and misappropriating tens of thousands of dollars given for investment. She alleges false pretenses and fraud in sales of New Mexico real estate and other ventures, with a cross complaint for an injunction and receivership to prevent further dissipation of assets.
The article details Mrs Darden accusing her husband of fraudulently taking funds and properties. It lists properties including the rary property and Cleland property in the city, stock in an Albuquerque bank, and interests in Gallup Electric Light and Power. It claims a 1997 transfer to Maynard Gulen of lots 9 40 11 12 in block 25, Albuquerques original townsite, and argues the transfer was not a bona fide sale to defraud the defendant of her property.
Report from Nogales describes Yaqui Indians murdering twelve Mexican laborers and others near Magdalena Sonora while abducting thirteen men. One American, rescued, is the sole survivor among the party. Roving Yaqui bands are reported to be on the war path.
The Western Federation of Miners executive board issues an appeal urging laborers to back officers and members accused of murder and strikes. They rail against financiers and mine owners aiming to destroy unions, label governors as puppets, and warn of renewed violence to crush labor rights.
In San Bernardino California on December 18 George Perry a former Santa Fe machinist near Needles shot Myrtle Craig twice through the heart killing her instantly. He then shot himself twice dying an hour later. Jealousy is given as the motive.
Los Angeles December 15 state bank commissioners seized the West Fad Bank at 4 Sill Street in the Western city section. The institution with about $83,000 in deposits and assets mainly notes and similar securities, was organized two years ago and led by Homer K. Tabor. It was ordered last week to boost cash reserves but failed to comply.
Orae gon, attorney to the state railway Court, filed a complaint seeking an order to compel Missouri Pacific to reinstate passenger trains on eight branch lines. The action aims to restore service disrupted on these routes in Topeka Kansas and surrounding areas.
Senator Tillman introduces legislation to curb interstate liquor shipments into prohibition states. The bill targets bottlers distributors and retailers to prevent cross border delivery of alcohol into restricted areas.
Senate agrees to adjourn until Saturday and then until January 6. Senator Gore of Oklahoma introduces a bill for popular vote elections of U S senators. Senator Tillman seeks interstate commerce inquiry into liquor laws and state police powers, with Knox amendment to Wilson act debated.
A. Hilton, acting for the Western Federation and President Moy er, arrives in Goldfield to press peace terms with mine owners. He meets the miners' executive committee to shape proposals for the Mine Owners' association, while a Roosevelt labor commission investigates conditions. Hilton warns the offer may put owners on the defensive.
General Funston has ordered a general court martial to convene at Goldfield indicating troops on duty there will remain for some time. Enlisted men’ offenses will be addressed while the troopers stay in the mining town. At Altoona Pennsylvania Railway shopmen resume ten hour days after two weeks of nine hour shifts due to stringency.
In Georgetown Kentucky on December 18 1960 the Marlin rifle linked to the Goebel shooting was entered as court evidence. Grant Roberts testified the gun was secured in a wooden hoax and removed cartridges were filed as exhibits. Henry Youtsey was ordered brought from prison as the Caleb Powers case continued.
Washington December 18 the senate debated a bill to allow a 1908 suspension of the annual mining work requirement with a minimum of 100 dollars yearly. Senator Clark moved for an excessive session as the measure neared a vote, defeating further action until after the holidays.
Washington December 18 Speaker Cannon will reveal the remaining House committee assignments when the chamber reconvenes tomorrow noon. The session will organize the chamber and enable immediate business after the holiday recess through January 6.
The report notes an eyewitness description of Henry Youtsey emerging from the east door with a pistol in hand. Details on motives or outcomes are not provided in the excerpt.
In Georgetown Kentucky on December 18 former Senator William J Deboe testified in the Powers trial denying a whispered plan reported by Fleury Youtsay that Powers offered money to hire a killer for Goebel. Cecil testified at a previous trial but would not return to Georgetown for this proceeding and remained in St Louis.
The Pettibone trial adjourns evidence on the San Francisco house explosion as Darrow misses proceedings due to illness. The defense plans to wrap its examination of Orchard tomorrow, with Borah indicating the state will finish its direct evidence and a Monday adjournment may follow.
Witness Colonel Gurko testified before a court martial that Lieutenant General Stoessel showed fear under fire while defending Port Arthur. He allegedly refused Kuropatkin’s June 1904 order to yield command to Smyrnot and join the Manchurian army, keeping Port Arthur instead.
Col. Twitchell was unanimously elected to the strenuous position of secretary of the board of control as part of the effort to move the irrigation congress forward.
The board of control for the Sixteenth National Irrigation Congress unanimously elects Colonel Twitchell as permanent secretary. Governor Curry, Hon. T. B. Catron and others attend the Albuquerque gathering, pledging support and urging vigorous work to promote New Mexico’s irrigation congress and convention hall preparations.
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