28 Dec 1909
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1909
Page
1
Railroad talks intensify as a hitch narrows the dispute in the Northwest with engineers and switchmen at the center. Officials indicate possible wider involvement as negotiations continue.
Northwest railroad strike stalemate widens as unions insist on full immediate rehiring of all workers and managers reject the demand. Leaders warn of a possible general railway strike with talks in Washington and Chicago amid intensified mobilization by affiliated unions and regional committees.
The article outlines the formation of a national labor federation led by Charlie P. Neill and a conference of party leaders. It highlights the inclusion of telegraphers, bed-rmakers, marlin feters, and other workers as core members and stresses solidarity among diverse labor groups.
Labor leader said he had heard nothing of the conference suggesting a strike sentiment. HP Perham, president of the telegraphers, is chairman of the ratiread department of the Teleration.
Rapid strikes cleared snow that paralyzed railroad and streetcar traffic in Philadelphia and nearby areas. Through trains from the west arrived toward Harrisburg on time, though many delayed trains were ahead and running slowly. Pennsylvania Railroad officials report trains largely back to normal with few exceptions.
Washington reports Captain N R Usher leaves Navy to command the new battleship Michigan which will be commissioned January 4 Captain Mulligan succeeds him as assistant to the bureau of the vessel plans have been in preparation under Commander Blo Wilson. After commissioning the Michigan will undertake a short cruise to test machinery before joining the Atlantic fleet.
The White House announced Seth Bullock will be reappointed as United States Marshal for South Dakota for a four year term beginning January 12. The move honors his close personal ties to Theodore Roosevelt and acknowledges his past service.
In Chicago a trial opened over an alleged plot in which a disabled young woman and others conspired to steal thirty six thousand dollars from her father. Prosecutors said she coaxed family members and planned the heist, claiming fear of marriage drove her actions.
Police investigate a partially nude body of a boy with a slashed throat found in a deserted house on the outskirts. Detectives pursue a link to James Priel amid possible threats and a forthcoming inquest. authorities warn of ongoing reports and suspect leads as the case unfolds.
Fort Worth Texas December 27 R EY GL Goodard was seized by federal authorities in connection with the alleged Maybray fake racing and wrestling contests. He posted a $2000 bond for appearance next Tuesday after being advised by Omaha authorities.
The United States ship Dolphin with a small party of senators aboard has left Panama and is en route to Washington.
Gifford Pinchot, chief forester, told publishers at the University Club that special interests have attacked the U S forest service and the violence of the attacks has risen as the service has fought predatory wealth.
Roewell New Mexico December 27 Governor Merbert J Fitverman claims he and associates did not grab all oil lands in the Dayton Pecos Valley field for Standard and allied companies The issue notes artesian wells nearDexter complicate flow determinations and the governor denies broad land seizure plans as efforts to develop the field continue without aid from other firms
Five trainmen killed and five others injured in a collision between freight trains twenty miles south of Ridgeroot, near Mudie Ohio. The wreck occurred when two ore trains collided on a foggy morning, leaving rescuers scrambling for survivors.
Washington December 27 The people at the Ont Kidies paid 4034 in states of 1908 November revenue figures show card business profits. The official statement outlines tax and revenue impacts from the period.
The Pullman Company sues Sheriff Linke of Licking County Attorney Fred W. Black and Melville Gillette of Newark Ohio in U S court for 24090 damages. They allege a Pullman car bound for Washington was chained to track by the defendants on November 29. Gillette claimed he took the account to seek payment for clothes valued at 129 dollars he says were stolen from a car.
Lawrence Kan Oct 27 Blackell Nutthete valued at three quarters of a million dollars is offered to the state of Kansas for the establishment of a trade school according to an annoucement by Superintendent A B Pesire.
A great five masted schooner and nine other vessels were wrecked on a rock bound coast near Bugton Harbor with twelve sailors presumed dead as rescue efforts began and authorities investigated the disaster.
Cape Cod remains cut off as New England reels from one of its worst storms. Reports say the five masted schooner Davis Palmer with twelve crew may be lost near Reston harbor. Other vessels ashore or adrift include Nan Thoket and Helle Holliday with crews saved. Telecommunication lines and railroad schedules face disruption across coastal towns.
A Clyde Line steamer Treegitels from Charleston to New York anchors off Frying Pan Shoals with a badly damaged rudder. Reports note no attempt to reach land and no foundation for further action at the scene.
A schooner bound for Hampton Meade from Hampten Meade ran aground after collision with a beacon at the Thimble Shoal area near Old Point Comfort. The vessel overturned a stove fire, breaking the frail structure. Four aboard were rescued by a U S Coast Guard crew and landed near Point Comfort.
In a crash the stove in the frame lighthouse was overturned and set the building on fire. The Malcolm Baxter veered, anchored briefly, then towed to Norfolk for repairs.
Detectives hunt George A Capron cashier of United States Express Co Englewood branch after a Christmas Eve disappearance. The cash amount is stated to be about $20,000 and efforts extend nationwide.
Chicago reports a pack of eight Amber wolves attacking farmer Henry Lund and his horses near Montgomery, Illinois. Lund fought with a whip to reach a clearing as the wolves leaped and the animals showed bleeding injuries before the threat fled. No other details on injuries or imprisonments are available.
Ambassador ordered to probe the detention of Conductor James Cook held without bail in Mexico amid union pressure. The American embassy will investigate alleged mis treatment, with U S officials stressing adherence to Mexican law and assuring a timely, thorough review of the case.
Official Bailey notes Mexico's government remains within its rights and legal methods in the case concerning American railroad conductor Cook, cited in remarks from Mexico City.
The U S embassy spokesman Mr Bailey says Cook cannot be tried under Mexican law and may remain in custody six months. The case hinges on letters from General Manager Clark of the Mexican lines and the status of the prisoner named Cook waiting for official letters.
Andrew Carnegie slipped on ice while walking in Central Park and suffered a painful injury to his right knee. He was not able to attend a dinner at his home honoring Governor Hughes and Columbia University's President Butler. Doctors advised rest and his condition described as not serious.
Des Moines reports Senator Adbert B. Cummins agreed to address a banquet of progressive Republicans on Saturday. Telegrams were sent to Senators Beveridge of Indiana and Dolliver of Iowa inviting them to attend and speak as the forthcoming congressional campaign was expected to be the central topic of discussion.
Canyon City Oregon December 27 five masked men abducted Orville Snyder from Deputy Sheriff J Cassidy while he was being moved to the county jail and shot him to death for the December 24 killing of Arthur Gireen at Junction Bar authorities said Snyder had surrendered earlier officials reported the slaying occurred on the night before Christmas Eve.
Washington reports the bodies of William Hitter and his wife were discovered in their residence. The scene showed signs of a struggle and possible strangulation of the wife, with the husband found later in a milk house. Investigators note the couple were affluent and speculate murder or suicide.
Loveland Ohio December reports Mrs Paul Sonnell charged with murder of her two boys and setting fire to their home. The two boys a boy and a girl were found dead inside the burned house with head injuries. Police say Sonnell appeared incoherent as witnesses describe her hovering at the scene and crying for her sons. She is to be held for the common pleas court.
Former Nicaraguan President Jose Zelaya, arriving in Mexico, blasts Secretary Knox and U S policy. He accuses a conservative faction and a Managua vice consul of misreporting conditions to Washington to justify intervention. Zelaya says he resigned, denies armed rebellion, and plans to stay abroad six months if climate agrees.
General Celaya calls on the world to uphold his conduct and condemns Secretary Knox saying his judgment is warped and that all fair minded people must disapprove his actions in wartime conduct.
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