20 Dec 1913
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1913
Page
1
Lieutenant Baron Von Forstner, involved at Zabern, is cashiered and imprisoned after causing trouble. The record notes orders to use weapons against civilians by German military personnel.
A German lieutenant from Za bern Alsace received forty three days in prison and loss of commission after testifying he acted under semi compulsion to repel insults from civilians. Col Von Reuter and other officers admit ordering aggressive measures against civilians, while witnesses cast doubt on the shoemaker’s culpability.
Juarez dispatch reports General Villa and rebel forces awaiting word on where to join General Carranza. Federals under General Mercado plan action toward Chihuahua while preparations at Ojinaga signal a possible border march. Funds and provisions flow to Ojinaga as women carry freight across the river. departure may come next Monday.
A rebel report claimed a Mormon bishop in Cohonit Joares was killed by bandits but this proved false. Bandits led by Maxima Castilla are said to be stealing property yet not targeting foreigners.
Reliable reports say General Salvadore Mercado will be replaced by General Pascual Orozco within days. The federal army plans to retreat from Ojinaga and mount a Chihuahua campaign, relying on sufficient provisions for a long operation. A federal scout found few rebels nearby.
Mrs. Black, said to be the wife of a wealthy Chicagoan, is arrested with Frank Brown on forgery charges in Los Angeles. A $200 draft was forged by Brown, then a substitute draft was used to obtain another $200. Federal authorities pursue details to verify the suspects.
Postmaster General Burleson asked Congress for an urgent 1 million dollar appropriation to cover parcels post operations until June 26, with 1 million already allocated for the new system and only 22 thousand spent by December 6. Belgium’s premier hinted at government moves to end Congo labor disputes, signaling possible Chinese immigration changes.
The circular from Emiliano Zapata dated December 16 declares brutal justice for federal officers and officials if the capital falls by fire and sword. It threatens public executions at Plaza de La Constitución and warns foreigners to stay neutral amid a looming battle.
House committee on postoffices completed a bill exempting all assistant postmasters from civil service. Democrats inserted a provision similar to the sundry civil bill exempting deputy collectors and deputy marshals. The measure carries about 2.303 billion dollars, a cut of roughly 2 million from earlier post office estimates.
A telegram to Judge W H Hardy indicates President Wilson plans part of his winter vacation on the gulf coast at Pass Christian Mississippi. Senator Varoaman asks for a furnished cottage suitable for occupancy and requests no public addresses during rests. Lisbon confirms Portugal will send a warship to the Panama-Pacific Exposition opening in San Francisco.
Nelson O Shaughnessy, the American charge d affaires, secured Huerta s order to release H J Kidder William Krause and John Parker held on charges of espionage or sedition Parker is to be brought to the embassy in Mexico City while Krause and Kidder remain free under conditions The action ends months of evasions and marks Huerta s pledge to fair play for foreigners amid the San Luis Potosi and Mexico City detentions
A San Francisco report cites Dr. Arthur J. Ritter noting better average physiques among California youths, contrasting with earlier pioneer anecdotes. The finding highlights evolved health conditions and physical development of the region’s younger generation.
Alleged trust to dissolve voluntarily, according to statement by Attorney General McReynolds. The action involves Bell Telephone Company disposing of its holdings in Western Union Company as part of antitrust or corporate restructuring.
President Wilson backs agreement to reorganize the American Telephone and Telegraph Co and to dispose of its Western Union holdings. The plan keeps each firm independently managed, ends further acquisitions, and ensures broad access to long distance service while aligning with Sherman Act goals. The Justice Department calls it a major victory, and Burleson’s ownership talk adds policy weight.
Testimony at District Attorney Whitman’s inquiry into the state highway department shows that William Kelley solicited campaign contributions from corporations. Evidence also implicates Arthur A McLean in accepting corporate funds, with various Rochester contractors detailing payments and unreported checks linked to Norman E. Mack and the state committee.
The Justice Department reports a tentative reorganization plan for the Bell system after months of talks. Attorney General McReynolds, Todd and Kingbury, and A T and T executives oversaw proposals, with directors approving at each step and officials backing the plan.
Washington reports alert merchants and banks to new counterfeit notes. A $5 bill imitates genuine currency from 1899 series with plate No. 1699 and signatures Napier and McCrone. The $10 note is cruder, printed on bond paper with fake silk fibers and brick red seals. A treasury secret service head notes 265 arrests in the year ending June 29, with $22,147 in counterfeit notes seized and $19,884 in counterfeit coins recovered.
San Francisco and Los Angeles saloon interests push separate signatures for a total prohibition measure. Campaign leader Fred G Wheeler notes over 60 000 supporters in Los Angeles with 32 000 needed to place the issue on the November 1914 ballot.
Florence reports that Dr Ricci the director general of fine arts supervised packing of the Mona Lisa which will be sent to Rome tomorrow. Police and museum officials guard the painting as Arabineers patrol railway stations. Also a man offered to post 1000 for Perugia bail during a Perugia lawyer visit.
Chicago reports the final member of the Mollie Mott gang, Michael Sage, age 63, received one year in the Chicago house of correction. Sage recalls a life of crime from age 12, noting he is "a good thief" as he faces a rusted, rheumatic future. The Mott gang once led a organized crime era in the city, clashing with police and rival groups until dissolution.
Final tally 54 to 34 supports the measure with six Republicans and one Progressive in favor. The bill now proceeds to a conference committee to reconcile differences before final enactment.
Washington Dec. 14 The administration currency reform bill passing the Senate 64 34 shifts Hitchcock back to the Democrats and Weeks and five Republicans join for passage. The measure known as the Owen bill differs from the House version as diplomacy moves toward a conference to finalize terms with Secretary McAdoo and President Wilson. The Senate named a conference committee to harmonize the bills and hasten enactment to balance U S financial conditions.
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