23 Dec 1910
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1910
Page
1
A committee states that at least 440 members are required to prevent reduction in state representation. The figure underscores potential impacts on representation and governance amid ongoing deliberations.
Washington reports a Census Bureau study showing a range of house sizes under the thirteenth census method. The measure aims to keep current representation while adjusting to population, with Crumpacker to print tables and convene a committee meeting after reconvening. Leader Clark and other Democrats will be consulted amid early gerrymandering concerns.
Investigators pursue evidence to prosecute Gifford Pinchot for alleged misappropriation of government funds as chief forester. They trace forest service expenses across Montana Idaho and Colorado gathering records and visiting major offices. The probe links millions spent on theoretical schemes to forest fires causing human losses.
Federal judge Wolvert on motion of Frank J. Heney dismissed charges against Binger Hermann former congressman and ex commissioner over Oregon land fraud cases. Willard N. James timber dealer was fined ten thousand dollars and four months in county jail. Sorensen and others face new trials as charges remain on the docket. some defendants in the Blue Mountain gang case were not dismissed.
Attorney Heney urged dismissal of charges against Hermann citing five year delay from indictment to trial. He noted health issues and difficulty obtaining repeat conversations, and argued statute of limitations bars prosecution past three years unless murder.
In Kansas City the Children's Home Finding Society reports girl babies command higher value due to demand. Superintendent R V Mallony notes 23 boys and 6 girls awaiting adoption with eight of ten applications for girls. many believe girls are easier to train. The society uses ninety day approval, with more boys returned than girls.
Mrs. Turnbull testifies about a contract marriage to William C. M. Baldwin and reveals past plans to live with him. Attorneys plan to impeach her testimony by calling Judge Slack and court officers to scrutinize earlier letters and claims.
A Mexican Northwestern passenger train was captured by insurgents at Sapello station twenty miles from Juarez at 2 20 this afternoon. The engineer was forced to run the train onto a siding where coaches were cut off and abandoned. the engine then returned toward Pearson. Passengers were not molested. An engine was sent to Sapello to rescue the marooned travelers. Superintendent Rutledge confirmed the account.
Colonel Samuel Garcia Cuellar, chief of staff to President Diaz, sails to Chihuahua to lead the Sixth Battalion near Perdernales. He is expected to report directly to General Hernandez in Bustillos and assess army conditions, with Lieutenant Colonel Porfirio Diag Jr. coordinating the move.
An American dispatch from Chihuahua on December 22 describes heavy fighting between General Navarro’s troops and insurgents at Pedernales and Miernity. The report notes 61 killed or injured, Navarro’s attempt to protect trains toward Malparo, and ongoing control of the pioneer train between Madera and Ja Junta with forces under Weber.
Five hundred sixty soldiers reach Chula de on December 22 Chihwahwua reports the force includes heavy artillery and cavalry with two stock cars and two coaches bringing thirty men The unit belongs to various regiments and is said to be under orders to clear Mal Paso and secure the railroad through the area The report notes ambushes near Bustillos and Grosman col Colonel Guemon is hospitalized with injuries and Colonel Cuellar is slated to command later.
Cap tain Bernhard Trench of the Royal Marine Infantry and Lieutenant Vivian H Brandon of the Royal Navy were found guilty of espionage on German fortifications at Borkum and sentenced to four years in fortress imprisonment.
Paris obituary notes Senora Ana de Quesada de Cespedes, widow of Carlos Manuel de Cespedes, Cuba’s 1868 revolt founder and first president. The piece recalls his uprising and declaration of independence, while aside a New Orleans storm warning reports a developing disturbance along the Gulf Coast with expected brisk winds.
Newark Ohio December 22 Montella Watha was sentenced to twenty years in the penitentiary for manslaughter arising from his participation in the lynching of Carl Setherington a dry detective killed last July during a mob action.
Morning Journal reports a government measure to curb public service strikes by creating a conciliation commission for railroads and other public utilities. If arbitration fails, compulsory arbitration may be used. the plan seeks to balance worker rights with public interest and order.
Chicago reports detail the Morris and Company blast at Union Stock Yards where 25 workers died as walls fell in a four story beef warehouse. Fire Chief James Horan is among the nineteen bodies recovered as exhausted firefighters battled flames and a shifting refrigerant cold air caused the collapse.
Morning Journal reports Police Justice Mann issued warrants for six Salvation Army workers accused of misusing funds in Spokane. Sister Flora Hilkiss, Eck street missionary, says the kettles were attacked last Saturday and denies the existence of BantA Clauses. Chief Dout may face mandamus action over failure to arrest.
Twenty five lives are lost at the Chicago meat packing plant as expanding cold air tears apart the structure and walls collapse. Fire teams battle the blaze and investigators begin inquiries into the cause.
Rescue teams struggle as the fire at a Philadelphia factory leaves many firemen and policemen unaccounted for amid ice and debris. The tragedy underscores the dangerous conditions faced by responders and the urgent search continuing through the ruin.
Police believe the December fire at the David Friedlander leather factory on Bodine Street begun as an incendiary act. Fourteen firefighters and police officers died, over forty injured, as walls collapsed trapping crews and civilians. A survivor, William Glazier, was pulled from the ruins after thirteen hours, and Chief John Lattimer cited the first floor office as a possible ignition point. A relief effort was launched with city officials pledging aid to families.
Chicago December 22 The wage controversy between the management committee and the engineers of sixty one western railroads remains unsettled as Labor Commissioner Neill met with engineers. Warren Stone, grand chief of the engineers, said the men would not concede and no immediate follow up meeting was scheduled. Neill then conferred with railroad committee members.
Washington announces the formation of a national currency association by the National Banks of Cincinnati. The fourteen banking districts authorized to issue emergency currency are completed. Secretary MacVeagh’s plan to protect money centers and the Aldrich-Vreeland act is now in place. Most districts east of Denver are protected as a Pacific coast inclusion begins.
A warrant is issued for physician Vogtor Omart after he wrote a Morning Journal piece criticizing Albuquerque sanitary conditions. The article drew legal scrutiny and accusations of health law violations against the physician.
Albuquerque health officials move to enforce a July 1 ordinance requiring doctors and households to report tuberculosis cases. Dr. Robert Smart becomes the first target as City Physician Solomon Burton swears out a warrant for failing to report a case from last summer. The case notes G Garland, under Dr Smart’s care, who died August 6. The move sparks a rush by physicians to report infectious diseases to the health department. The drastic statute also compels landlords and lodging houses to report any consumption or dangerous diseases on their premises.
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