31 Dec 1911
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1911
Page
1
Olaf Tveitmoe Anton J.sen and J E Munsey taken into custody in Los Angeles on federal warrants. The arrests mark a major action against prominent labor figures amid ongoing federal investigations.
Los Angeles December 30 three labor leaders Olaf Tveitmoe Anton Johannsen and J B Munsey were indicted and arrested in the national dynamiting conspiracy probe tied to McNamara cases. A L Clancy charged but at large. Bonds set at 5000 each. Behörden said the case covers interstate transport of explosives in violation of commerce laws.
Ren Francisco report says E. W. Clancy indicted by federal grand jury in Los Angeles for alleged dynamiting outrages. He lies critically ill at his home in this city with heart trouble and poor prognosis. arrest likely delayed.
Kansas City night workers especially hotel and theater staff faced financial distress as the American Union Trust failed to open. Bellboys and maids reported deposits, with Leo Moyer claiming about 600 dollars in savings. Bank officials said assets would cover depositors. other banks felt no impact.
Cripple Creek Colorado reports total gold production for December at 68 450 tons valued at 1 105 300. The statement released today details the month's output and financial value from the mining results across Colorado.
A Great Northern Railway ore train derailed near Finley North Dakota after a broken rail striking the track, killing six aboard and injuring thirteen. Authorities investigate the cause as cleanup teams clear wreckage from the ditch.
Great Northern No. 3 Oregonian bound St Paul to Seattle wrecked four miles west of Finley due to a broken rail. Six killed and thirteen injured. Dining car consumed by fire. two cars overturned and a sleeper stayed upright. Officials list victims and injured with numerous towns and names.
Eyewitness Nellie Prank of Chicago describes a wreck on a frozen embankment where a dining car burst into flames. Rescue crews from Devils Lake and Breckenridge battled a chilling blaze and ice filled with six known deaths, two of whom were burned as onlookers struggled to help. Identification proved difficult as the bodies were cremated.
In Diego California December 30 George Harrington a real estate salesman shot barber Frederick Kneebone five times in the head as he sat in a chair Kneebone had earlier sold Harrington property and kept it secret Harrington confessed and collapsed while being taken to a saloon after the shooting Kneebone died at the scene and Harrington was arrested amid drinking and threats.
Porecast for New Mexico fair Sunday with colder south portion Monday fair and warmer. Arizona sees fair weather Sunday and Monday warmer. West Texas reports fair Sunday with colder southwest portion Monday fair and slightly warmer.
A severe winter storm blankets the Central West with heavy snowfall and extreme cold wreaking havoc on rail traffic. Delays and cancellations disrupt travel as residents endure freezing conditions and hardship. Officials warn of continuing storms and treacherous travel during the icy spell.
A brutal systemwide blizzard shuts down rail service from Denver to the Midwest. Union Pacific and Santa Fe crews battle 4 to 10 foot drifts in Kansas and western plains as temperatures plunge below zero. Kansas City reports heavy snowfall, gas shortages, and widespread transit delays amid worsening conditions across Nebraska, the Dakotas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas panhandle.
The Zemstvo of the Volhynia government in Zhitomir adopted a resolution today calling for a boycott of American goods in response to recent events.
Bd Congressman-Elect Curry departs Santa Fe tonight for Washington as canvassing board reports. Proclamation awaited to set terms and seal inauguration timeline amid official city briefing.
Dr Hill a friend of President Taft wins aid from the Japanese emperor in a propaganda effort aimed at abolishing war. The article notes the movement’s return from the Orient and highlights ties to international leaders and antiwar aims.
The complete official canvass shows a total of 60 842 votes with the Socialist candidate for governor receiving 1787 and the state constitution amendment passing by 12 066. Party results place Republicans, Democrats and Progressive Republicans in control of various offices, with detailed statewide tallies for each position.
Columbus Ohio December 26 telegrams were sent by the Ohio Public Service commission to President Taft and Senators Burton and Pomerone protesting the appointment of Judge Hook to the United States Supreme Court.
Dr John Wesley Hill, New York divine and Taft adviser, reports to President Taft and Americans that Emperor of Japan welcomed peace proposals. Hill cites Japan's shift from feudalism to constitutional government and notes Tokyo branch of the International Peace Forum with Marquis Matsukata at its head. He critiques Roosevelt and La Follette, endorses Taft as the leading presidential candidate for peace and stability.
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