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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1925
Page
1
The Albuquerque Morning Journal announces publication details for 1926 with office address at 66 Gold Avenue, subscription rates, and policy notes. It lists advertising rules and AP news rights, dated Thursday December 24 1926.
Secretary Hoover urges action against the costly crude rubber, stressing the U S role as the largest consumer and the need for access to raw materials. The piece notes production limits by tropical-country governments and argues high prices threaten national security and may drive future war.
This obituary-like portrait notes Frank Munsey rose from poverty in New York to wealth via popular magazines. He then entered daily journalism owning metropolitan papers and buying rivals, though his conduct showed little originality or lasting contribution to the field. His name became widely known without self-promotion.
The League of WomenVoters issues a stamp bearing Law Not War to be used on member stationery until the United States joins the World Court. The stamp serves as a moral reminder and pledge to apply women’s influence until victory is achieved, with a suggestion every letter to a U.S. Senator feature the stamp.
Members of Congress are expected to vote dry regardless of private views. The article notes likely rhetoric but no change in law. Lawmakers aim to reflect public sentiment, remain uncertain about popular opinion, and thus will refrain from action for now.
The Frances E. Willard school appeal is under way asking residents statewide for donations. The non sectarian institution serves the entire state and meets needs not otherwise provided, with Christmas spirit urged to inspire generous response.
Citizens across Albuquerque Tucumcari and Gallup rally in support of a state refuge for underprivileged girls. The article stresses the noble work of the school and calls on New Mexicans to donate the needed 50 000 dollars.
Farmers reject administration relief as inadequate and demand concrete actions. The American Farm Relief Bureau says current legislation lacks bite and leadership is missing among farmers who seek higher prices and tangible aid.
The piece argues the court martial praise of Colonel Mitchell proves his bravery and skill as a pilot but mocks the idea he should lead New York City police. It says his New York inexperience would likely cause failure and suggests leading a flying company instead.
A mosaic of snippets jokes and anecdotes from a dusty era. References range from Tucson diggings and radio static to a Chautauqua escape and a Christmas catechism tale. A humor filled collage mingling social quirks and light satire.
W H Greer returns from New York and Washington. H E Adams cattleman of Datil visits for Christmas shopping. Henry Mann of Mann Brothers heads to Phoenix for weeks. Mrs T E Purdy Santa Fe agent’s wife arrives from Oklahoma City for holidays. Misses Jennie and Mabel Craig go to El Paso to visit Mrs A A Powell and Mrs M J Drumm. Mrs E C Whitson hosts Mr and Mrs E T Shimon and Mrs S S Wilcox from Cleveland. Constable James Smith travels to Kansas City on business.
An afternoon incident on a front step involves a sister Gladdis returning home and quarreling over space and manners with another speaker. A box of candy appears, triggering further teasing and insults about being a lady and education.
A century after her birth Adelaide Procter is recalled as a famed poet with global reach. In Lannon town last month locals tried to celebrate her natal day but faced indifference as funds failed and the crowd questioned who she was.
T J Norton, assistant general solicitor for the Santa Fe railroad for more than 27 years, resigns from the law department of the system, announced today in Chicago.
Manuel Vigil, a state prison cook, stabbed Jack Wilson, a Negro waiter, with a bread knife after dropping a pan of toast. Wilson was hospitalized with a back wound and expected to recover. The incident occurred in the employees dining room with no witnesses. both men left voluntarily. Vigil had prior murder sentence. Wilson faced a wrecking attempt sentence.
George Doolittle argues the army is understrength under the National Defense Act, urging no further cuts to military funding. He contends the regular army must train the National Guard and reserve corps, and warns against reducing personnel to save taxes.
The Senate confirmed John R. Towles to be collector of internal revenue for Arizona after a delay to review a letter from Wayne B. Wheeler of the Anti Saloon League. The finance committee approved the nomination following the inquiry.
New York reports the probable disposition of Frank A. Munsey estate who died at 71 from peritonitis. His fortune, including the Sun and Telegram papers, is estimated 20 to 40 million with no direct heirs. Funeral set for tomorrow at St John the Divine.
Hundreds of mourners filed past the bier of Frank A. Munsey at the Cathedral of St John the Divine in New York. The publisher died from peritonitis after an appendectomy. Funeral plans include Bishop William T. Manning presiding and state and city officials attending.
A discussion on the value of open debate and free discussion in democracy. The piece condemns silencing opponents as intolerance and cites historical examples like Sir Harry Vane to argue that truth emerges only through presenting all sides. It asserts every person has right to argue or ridicule doctrines and that public opinion requires free discourse.
Paris December 23 The French government aims to raise several billion francs more through new tax measures in a bid to restore finances. Finance Minister Doumer intends to present the plan to the cabinet and push for quick adoption, with details and totals kept secret. The proposal reportedly includes a higher business turnover tax, though concessions are rumored. The clash between Doumer’s plan and radical socialist demands signals a tight race to push tax bills before the 1926 session opens.
Occidental Life Insurance and First Savings Bank filed suit in district court to foreclose a 3422.10 mortgage. Garnishment sought against C. Kk. Bigelow for 544.66 with Tom Doran as garnishee. H Livingston sued George F E Thomas for 93.60 for furniture. Whitmer-Jackson sued Hines Lumber for 241.45 interest on notes. Credit and Investment Co won title quieting for Lots 21-24, Atlantic and Pacific. Marriage licenses issued to Cabrera Chavez Albuquerque. Armijo Little Albuquerque. Eliza Beth Buehring Isaacson Holbrook. Van Dusen Thompson Albuquerque.
Mrs. Vesper Carnes Hickman died December 14 in Nelsonville Ohio from a heart attack at the annual Sunday school party she taught at. She lived in Nelsonville many years and is survived by her husband and five children.
A receiving vault in Woodlawn Cemetery will remain until next spring when it will be moved for burial in the family plot beside Mr. Munsey's parents at Lisbon Falls Maine.
An old fiddlers contest and community sing directed by R. G. Herron drew about 1,000 in Alamogordo New Mexico on a Saturday night. George Reeves a stockman since 1887 aged 71 won the older men’s class, Dempson Lewis of Orange won the younger men’s, with Lester Courtney of Weed close second. A jig by Jimmy Courtney drew applause and he was recalled. Organizers plan another program in January.
The New York markets report stock averages for Industrials and Rails show slight changes. Comparisons include current, prior, and year-ago levels with highs and lows from 1925, and an ex dividend figure noted. Total stock sales reach 1,587,700 shares.
A sensational advance of more than 17 points in American Dan touched a record high 283 as the market resumed its upward move. Volume neared 1.6 million shares with gains in General Electric and several heavy industrials. U S Steel and Atlantic Coast Line posted notable gains while call money stayed at 6 percent and the Federal Reserve left its rediscount rate unchanged.
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