Two Terrific Senate Near Earthhourk Shocks
Woman and Babe Buried Alive as December Cataclysm Ravages City Ruins Show Fresh Seismic Disturbance Across Districts.
02 Jul 1909
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1909
Page
1
Woman and Babe Buried Alive as December Cataclysm Ravages City Ruins Show Fresh Seismic Disturbance Across Districts.
Morning Journal reports a strong aftershock rattled Reggio and Messina at 4 30 am with roaring winds and undulating movement similar to last December. Casualties were few in Reggio as residents fled to open areas. a mother and child died under debris while rescuers searched.
Washington observers report near agreement to vote next Tuesday on the Bailey Cummins income tax amendment and related measures within the tariff bill. Senator Bulkeley blocked the plan citing personal travel, while others favored maintaining session until all questions are settled. Senators Borah Root Clapp Owen argued for and against the corporation tax, with implications for constitutionality and tax policy.
A confusing text notes an earthquake alert at 3 30 PM with a light tremor near 44 Wace. It mentions alarm and changing atmosphere throughout the day and a thermometer reading around 15. No clear location or organization is specified.
A Japanese naval squadron departed Honolulu in July for Japan after a training tour. Invitations were sent to the Japanese consul and prominent citizens of the colony, with editors of local Japanese areas invited except the editor of a plantation laborers’ organ.
A steamship named Mackinew bound for Nome from Roattie became stuck on a shoal 65 miles west of Stewart Island due to ice. The vessel is driven ashore by ice pack but is not in immediate danger. freight remains aboard and the crew are reported safe.
Washington reports the Senate committee on the Philippine bill today approved a favorable report on the Philippine tariff bill. The action includes a number of minor amendments.
Kentucky statewide dry law reduces liquor sales to 24 counties. At midnight Boyd County becomes dry and 26 saloons close for three years. Lexington reports the cascade of closures as the law takes effect in eastern Kentucky.
Warren, jailed after conviction for sending a printed reward offer via mail, faces a $1,500 fine. Supporters pledged $23,000 to fund his appeal to the highest courts as a new trial motion was denied by Judge Pollock.
The July crop summary reports average rice conditions across Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas and the Carolinas with a slight rise in acreage. Planting is complete in all belt regions.
Petty, accused of killing his wife at a Boarke Methodist church on March 4, was found guilty of first degree murder. The jury fixed the punishment at death. Petty hails from Asbury.
A Hindu student opened fire at a public gathering at the Imperial Institute in London, mortally wounding Lieutenant Colonel Sir William Hutt Curzon Wyllie and injuring Nicholas Laleaca of Shanghai. The assailant was seized as police arrived, later found with revolvers and a dagger. Wyllie died on the scene. Laleaca survived initial treatment.
A damaging storm swept ashore near Ronneville on July 1 causing capsizing of vessels at Point Feber. Two Mexican crewmen aboard one wreck are missing and feared drowned. Homes were destroyed and many residents sought refuge in the Berge Hotel as visitors at Tarpon Beach on Padre Island endured the aftermath.
Rising waters force evacuation from clubs and homes. Life saving station on Braazen island undermined by the flood. Hartingen, twenty eight miles away, wrecked. Widespread inundation covers the area west of the railroad with many farms submerged.
Santa Claz July 1 A Russian railroad laborer Daniel Fletman in a drunken frenzy killed his one year old son at his Glenwood area home by cutting the child's throat. He then tried to end his life by slashing his throat but did not sever the jugular and is expected to live.
New York July 1 Customs inspectors guard the British steamer Ethelwold seized last night on Collector Loebs orders on suspicion of planning a filibustering expedition to Santo Domingo. Officials attempted a search but delay occurred.
The German research vessel Heipo arrived from the Pacific Pismarck archipelago with fifty cases of tropical butterflies and many tons of curlos. It will depart again with another party of scientists to continue studies in the archipelago.
Vancouver July 1 KB Kirkconnell a wealthy ranch owner near Whenneck was arrested by a New York detective as Francis G Thurlow. Extradition proceedings extend to July 7 but may be taken up earlier if Kirkconnell wishes. The prisoner refuses to make any statement.
Omaha July 1 United States District Court Judge Jinige W. J. Muteger heard petitions from D. W. Woods Fred Tortensen James Gordon and Jack Sheldon who are charged with robbing a Union Pacific train on May 24 seeking separate trials and announced a July 7 decision date to coincide with the trial day.
The supreme court issued multiple opinions on Bernalillo and Taos cases, reversing a $4,000 award in Ruppe et al v. Weinmann and Barnett, affirming other lower court decisions, and clarifying the legality of Lincoln county force law and a municipal water bond sale in GalЛupp.
A body recovered from the Hudson is described as closely matching the manhunt suspect known as Leon Ling. Authorities compare the corpse to the missing murderer of Elsie Sigel and consider a possible link under investigation.
The Supreme Court affirmed Bocorre as the seventh judicial district headquarters with Judge Merrit C. Meacham to serve it. Valencia County moves from the second to the seventh, Torrance from the sixth to the first, and Cooley joins Alamogordo as a new district judge. Other districts retain their headquarters in Santa Fe Albuquerque Las Cruces Las Vegas Moewell each with listed judges.
Court reopened procedures for the seventh district with representations from Las Vegas and Raton. Becerre delegation arrives led by Sheriff G. E. B. Sanchez, County Treasurer J. E. B. Torres, and County Superintendent J. A. Torres to press the case.
Thousands attend the funeral of Senator W. Durham prominent Republican leader and president of the Philadelphia National Baseball Club. No National League games are played this afternoon as the state senate and many organizations honor the late leader. Governor Stuart United States Senator Penrose and Oliver attend among other dignitaries.
Brorckhelm July 1 reports revived evidence of anarchist plots to kill the Russian emperor during his European trip. Adulph Vana tied to a recent coast artillery chief murder and suicide, with two rebels found inside the palace. A letter claimed his fascist comrades were arrested, forcing him to target the first official he met.
July 1 report states Russia issued borders to ready a Ramdan expedition into Sec heran Persia. Vessels to transport forces will assemble at Beku and move to Kazeli on the Caspian. readiness planned if Bakhtiari tribesmen or Kashin revolutionists necessitate intervention.
Police weigh a possible identification of a nude Chinese man found in the Hudson River as Leon Ling the alleged Sigel killer. Coroner and officers note matching height and weight and plan thorough checks while doubts persist. Other Chinatown murder links are probed with Ung the laundryman found beaten and drowned between wash tubs.
In Francmca July 1 the bulletin boards displayed a letter from Ne Shau Chun acting Chinese minister in Washington urging Chinese residents to help capture Leon Ling sought in New York for the Eisle Sigel murder. The case spurs dress reform among locals as Ling wore Western clothing and had no queue.
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