31 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1903
Page
1
The Iroquois Theater blaze in Chicago during a matinee killed hundreds of people and left many missing. Emergency crews rushed corpses to morgues as authorities struggled to confirm the death toll amid chaotic evacuation.
Minor injuries reported as fire breaks out during a stage performance. A faulty electric wheel near drop scenery is blamed as the likely cause, with the asbestos curtain failing to operate. Chief comedian Maddie Foy orders curtain to be lowered, aiding a rapid but chaotic evacuation. The blaze spread quickly aided by a strong draft and open doors.
Fragmented diplomatic brief notes the grave status of negotiations with Paris and Tokyo, and cites uncertainty from Moscow about Russia's stance. It mentions Britain awaiting France and the Dowding Street efforts influencing policy, with German circles watching the foreign ministry struggle and hints at a possible compromise amid tensions.
A compilation of 1920s dispatches describes Japan’s cautious diplomatic stance toward mobilization talks with foreign powers. It notes German skepticism toward Japanese aims, mentions Japan’s ship purchases and naval moves, and cites ongoing negotiations involving the United States, Russia, and China amid rising tensions.
Fragmentary text indicates a treaty paving the way for Muigden and Antungss to join the commerce world, signaling a shift in access and economic activity. Details about parties or dates are unclear in the readable lines.
Trial opened with 46 summoned witnesses in the Sun and Moon dynamiting case at Idaho Springs Colorado. Defendants include Idaho Springs miners union members and Western Federation of Miners leader D Copely as the state argues a plotted destruction of Sun and Moon property in the July 28 incident that left Philip Fire dead. Washington news reports discuss Homestead Act commutation talks with a land law commission and presidential interest.
Fragmented OCR reads about wage cuts and corporate deposits in New York with references to Carnegie and Continental Trust. Mentions military orders and relief actions involving Detroit and Dominican coast. Also notes antisemitic reports tied to Kishinev and renewed attacks.
Witnesses describe a rush for exits as flames engulfed the theater causing a skylight to burst. The manager claims panic could have been avoided if patrons stayed seated, while firefighters dispute this, noting audience members seated and facing the stage.
Morning Journal reports in Gallup New Mexico on December events. Dr Jay Lon and wife visited Albuquerque. W A Welch of Sanders Arizona on business. local students attend Santa Fe educational meetings. A Dallas funeral for J W Baylia’s wife is noted. relatives visit Gallup. A revival service, Christmas celebrations, and an industrial accident at a machine shop are described with multiple local people named.
Report mentions men who were suffocated at once by a gas from behind a curtain. Details are incomplete and unnamed, with no clear location or date provided.
About 1 900 people filled the theater with most on the first floor while others crowded balconies. Doors from rear each balcony opened to passageways toward the front as patrons sought air escaping through the left entrance. Gas exposure and smoke caused severe injuries during the escape.
Testimony in the territory’s murder case against Irwin Walkior ended and the defense will begin closing before the jury. The crowded courtroom and local interest highlight the proceedings as Lola Harris travels to Santa Fe and other local notes accompany the update.
A disaster scene described in graphic detail as rescuers pull victims from a jammed doorway. Firemen and police endure a harrowing effort to extract limbs and bodies from a mass of crushed people, with torn clothing and blackened remains. The report notes women crawling on hands and knees and many identifiable horrors as the operation continues.
Mrs Samuel Neustadt entertained a large group of ladies at her Weel Bathroad avenue home yesterday afternoon from three to five. Six hands were played with prizes including a cut glass vase for first won by Mrs B Baker and a second prize to Mrs Grunsfeld. Mrs Mandell captured the lone hand prize and Mrs Felix Lester took the consolation.
The Christian services moved to the Lutheran church on North Third Street and draw growing crowds each night. Evangelist Jesse J. Haston Praises returning to the old paths and Christ as the source of true religion urging Christians to attend throughout the week.
The Civil Service Commission announces the January 4 examination for cadets to the Revenue Cutter Service. Eligible youths aged 18 to 30 may apply. Cadets start at $500 yearly with daily allowances, advancing to third lieutenant at $1,400 and up to captain at $2,500. Limited openings. apply for the exam issued December 24, 1903.
Secretary Hitchcock with the president agreed to donate to Santa Fe New Mexico the abandoned Fort Marcy reservation a tract of 17% acres in the heart of the city. It is valued at about 160000 dollars and will host a new high school and a graded school. The proclamation will be signed once prepared.
A U S interior hearing heard Governor Otero and Delegate Rodey discuss turning Fort Marey over to Santa Fe for public schools. The duo reached a compromise refraining from opposition and expect swift action by the secretary and a proclamation donating the land to the city for school use, ending a long local dispute.
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