21 Dec 1912
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1912
Page
1
The State Department prepares a note to present a firm demand to Mexico. It will be placed before Madero's government to press for immediate action on outstanding issues.
Washington cabled report says Henry Wilson sails to New York for posting without the expected U S note demanding protection for Americans. Senator Stone favors status quo until Governor Wilson’s inauguration while the foreign relations panel hears letters about banditry and ransom tied to Losarcos Mines. Williams plans to visit Mexico to probe the turmoil despite safety concerns from Alden Smith.
With no more federal troops sent, revolutionary activity rises in northern Mexico. Reports describe mine lootings and town raids in Durango and Sinaloa on the west coast. Orozco rebels hold undisturbed control across much of Chihuahua with the north.
Reports from Sonora claim secret service exposes a plan for a January uprising in Sonora with Cananea strikes as preludes and rebels raiding Rosario and San Loucia while arms caches are reported hidden. Cor respondents note minimal federal force confronting raids.
Washington reports say Mexico plans to revise its customs tariff soon as U S Congress tackles tariff matters. American traders have asked about impact but Mexican Congress adjourned last Sunday without acting on the tariff and it is unclear if it will be reconvened for that purpose.
In Indianapolis report, defense attorneys contest government claims that aiding a defense fund for the McNamara brothers proves knowledge of a broad dynamite conspiracy. They argue the union officials acted to help innocent colleagues and deny involvement in the crimes. United States Senator Kern to speak for the defense next week as closes approach.
Representative Rucker of Colorado, backed by the Colorado delegation and William J. Bryan supporters, left for Havana to examine the post of United States minister to Cuba after Wilson's inauguration. He plans to reach Havana by Monday and says he expects appointment and will study the ground conditions.
Everett P Wheeler declares it inconceivable that the United States would refuse arbitration and send the Panama question to the Hague Peace Court in a move toward international resolution.
Everett Wheeler urges U S arbitration of the Panama canal controversy with Great Britain under the 1908 Hay Pauncefote treaty. He argues The Hague panel offers unbiased judges and urges the president to accept arbitration and present a Senate agreement.
Governors and attorneys debated creating an impartial permanent court with international scope. They argued popular elections would compromise neutrality, while a wartime like dignified justice could encourage peaceful settlements under established rules.
The Mexican Congress convened in a special session in Mexico City to approve pressing measures demanded by President Madero. El Imparcial changes owners, with Madero allies gaining control. rebels in Tepelte hill near Cuernavaca and Coatepec face actions as forces respond.
Cananea Mexico December 20 The Cananea Consolidated Copper Company offers to cut the workday from four hours to five and a half for miners returning to work January 11. Acting Governor Padilla says disturbances will not be tolerated and can handle the situation, reassuring American Consul Simpich.
General Passenger Agent Gerit Fort of the Union Pacific said dissolution arrangements are far from complete but traffic departments will begin re arranging immediately. In Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Pittsburgh and New Orleans the two roads will segregate business at once with Southern Pacific signs removed from Union Pacific ticket offices. Separate ticket agents will operate in passenger offices where joint agents previously served.
Diplomats from major powers push for an autonomous Albania as tensions in southeastern Europe slow a peace process among warring states. The effort aims to reduce conflict by reshaping governance while regional actors await a final accord.
The London city leader hosts delegates at a dinner while reports indicate loans totaling 400 million dollars are needed to cover expenses of hostilities and ongoing operations. The scene underscores financial strains on wartime efforts.
The Daily Telegraph reports unimpeachable information that Turkey aims to retain Constantinople or resume hostilities with the Balkan powers. It notes the use of autonomy rather than independence signals Turkish suzerainty over Albania and cites confidential moves by Balkan delegates to engage with the ambassadorial conference.
London reports slow progress as ambassadors from six great powers agree in principle on autonomy for Albania and a maritime guarantee for Serbia. Delegates attend Mansion House luncheon with optimism from Premier Asquith while Turks claim a stronger position against Greece. Economist warns of a 400 million dollar loan wave to repair war losses.
A committee of the St. Petersburg Duma drafting an address to Emperor Nicholas has reached a deadlock with a majority opposing any allusions to the autocratic powers of the emperor. It is expected the stalemate will persist when the full house weighs the matter.
Washington December 24 Director George T M Roberts ordered all mint superintendents to tighten precautions after an anonymous threat to dynamite the Denver mint. He cautioned the Denver danger is not treated as serious but emphasized heightened security nationwide.
Officials warn of a plot to blow up a mint and announce heightened awareness. Guards will not increase but will be kept under close watch for disturbers. Mint employees will be drilled regularly to meet emergencies under strict treasury regulation enforcement.
John Derr, an apprentice seaman in the United States Navy, confessed to California authorities that he killed William Farkis, a wealthy recluse near Atchison three years ago and said he obtained between eight and nine thousand dollars. County attorney T. A. Mixcey said he received the confession letter today and that Derr hid the money but would not disclose its hiding place.
Ithaca announces Miss Ellie Scheel of Brooklyn as the most perfect physically among Cornell students after examination by Dr. Parker at Sage College. He notes her longer stature yet ideal Venus de Milo proportions and athletic status. In Washington, Bryan plans talks with Wilson in Trenton then dinner with Sulzer in New York.
New York reports the Progressive party plans publicity headquarters in Washington and a full committee structure. Dean William D. Lewis chairs the legislative committee with strong university and reform defender names. Permanent HQ in New York with a Washington branch and a Washington publicity bureau led by O. K. Davis.
Women started a campaign to cut egg prices to 24 cents a dozen, warning retailers. Grocers across Chicago advertised eggs at or below that price as 760000 eggs were sold at thirty stations. The Chicago Clean Food Club earned 20 cents a dozen profit to fund further campaigns for clean food and fair prices.
Federal suit accuses Southern Pacific and affiliates of concealing mineral bearing lands value in Fresno County. Government seeks void patent No 22 issued 1894 covering about 440 900 acres later found rich in gold silver copper and other minerals. Co defendants include Kern Trading Oil Co Allied firms and various individuals.
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