16 Jul 1909
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1909
Page
1
A woman and her husband report a prisoner threatened to kill her immediately upon release from confinement. Police investigate the claim as a case of violent intimidation tied to a contested release from a madhouse facility.
Evelyn Thaw gave damaging testimony against Harry K. Thaw as the state presses to keep him confined at Mattawan. She described threats against her life and noted her desire to shield him from punishment while acknowledging she is still his wife. The judge permitted her to answer despite objections as the proceedings move toward insanity evaluation.
The speaker describes fleeing public notoriety after testifying in a sensational trial. She laments reduced allowance, debt, and limited work options while seeking financial independence as a model. She fears possible harm from Harry Thaw if released and avoids judging his sanity.
Spokane on July 15 reports 28066 land applications filed on opening day across Spokane Coeur d Alene and Flathead reservation bends. About 10000 in Spokane 10000 in Coeur d Alene 4000 in Missouri 4000 in Kalispell with hotels crowded and police watching for crooks as thousands from eastern states and inland territories seek allotments.
The National Livestock Exchange convened in Denver with fourteen markets present. President Craver of Indianapolis spoke as Secretary A F Stryker from South Omaha delivered a status report. Afternoon actions urged retaining a 15 percent duty on hides and will be sent to senators and representatives in tariff talks.
In Chicago in July the trial continued with Assistant States Attorney Short attacking the Irish lace maker’s veracity. The defense set to present speeches by P Y Domnell and John O Bhaunnessy while a brief reply by the prosecutor followed. The aunt of the Gingles girl smiled when prison terms were mentioned and she remained untroubled among friends.
Hanover Germany July 15 police president issues warning to women about the dangers of long hat pins. He notes several accidents and says future injuries may lead to arrest for the wearer or holder of the pin.
Washington reports the Wright brothers did not attempt a flight today in their aeroplane due to a strong wind. The brothers observed the conditions were unsuitable for taking off.
A son was born to the Princess de Magan, formerly Miss Anna Gould of New York, and Prince Melie de Fagen. The marriage followed her divorce from Poni de Castellane.
A man named Liebscher of Fonome, Cat, was arrested in Madeira on a charge of cruelty to his 13 month old baby. He allegedly pierced the infant's tongue with a needle and sewed buttons to both sides to stop crying. The baby was carried in a barley sack during the incident.
Friction between the White House and Senate conferees surfaces over the corporation tax as Taft rejects pulling the amendment. Senate leaders push for lower duties while focusing on life necessaries and free hides and lumber schedules.
In Tarrytown New York a tavern once linked to Rockefeller was sold at auction along with the road fixtures. An agent of Mr Rockefeller reportedly bought the property though buyers were not disclosed.
Son of a wealthy planter, 26, who had studied at the Poughkeepsie school, shot himself in his East Fourteenth Street apartment after a friendless pursuit of a Broadway actress. Letters recovered suggest infatuation prior to death. the man had recently returned from Cuba and financial strain followed.
The New Mexico National Guard encampment began on the territorial rifle range in Las Vegas with about 200 troops under canvas. Captain A S Brooks of the US Army will inspect rifle tactics while Governor Currey and staff plan official inspections and social functions during the two week encampment ending July 26.
Former policeman and Carpenters union assistant business agent Vincent Altman was held by a grand jury on a charge he threw a bomb that wrecked the Central Exchange of the Chicago Telephone Company ten days ago. Bail set at $20,000. Brother Joseph Altman under arrest on suspicion of involvement in related outrages across Chicago over the past two years. Police say union detour detective force is involved and tensions rise between unions and the police.
Denver city authorities organized a systematic cleanup of Chinatown with a district attorney meeting the leading Chinese residents. They were warned to halt opium and other illegal trades as part of the crackdown.
President Taft informs officials of the Trans Mississppi Commercial Congress that the tariff dispute will be settled by August 1. He will attend the company meeting in Denver on August 16.
In Nimes on July 16 the monument to Bernard Lazare, famed defender of Alfred Dreyfus, was smashed with a hammer during the night. The act targets Lazare and his defense of Dreyfus, shocking local residents.
Telegraphic report from Teheran describes intense fighting around Central square and the palace as Persian Cossacks clash with nationalist Bakhtiaris. General Liakhoff negotiates a ceasefire while the shah’s forces suffer shortages of food and pay. Casualties heavy, civilians disrupted as battles rattle the city and surrounding districts.
A garbled report from Tehran notes activity around refugee sheltering at legations. A deputation from the party reads a statement intended to inform the national leaders about the situation and actions taken.
Dispatch from Teheran reports that foreign legations were attacked as unrest raged in the city. The Noe von Vremyn ban notes some legations were damaged and staff were moved to safety outside Tehran.
A lavish Elks parade in Los Angeles draws about 15000 uniformed marchers from 1000 lodges with twelve divisions and twelve bands. Lodges prize cash awards including 1250 for best band while spectators along seven miles of decorated streets witness elaborate floats and regal costumes.
A lively House debate centers on a proposed appropriation of 25000 for President Taft's traveling expenses. Democrats accuse the measure of bad faith, saying pledges were made not to grant any more presidential allowances, while Chairman Tawney and Mr. Smith of Iowa defend the proposal. Future discussions are planned as the session continues.
July 16 report on a quiet acceptance of a Japan Korea agreement shifting Korean judicial control to Japan. Initial fears over disbanding Korean guards eased as guards remain under imperial command. The treaty is believed signed July 12 with provisions including transfer of Korean prison centers to Japan.
Stockholm reports a Swedish inventor has patented a new dirigible torpedo. The electric propelled weapon reportedly has a range of 5 000 yards and can change course underwater. It can be exploded at will and travels at 30 knots at any depth.
Cripple Creek district officials order foreign workers to leave. Sheriff von Phul issued the ultimatum days ago and deputies found the camps emptied as workers dispersed to nearby valleys.
Wyatt H Ingram Jr a trust officer of the California Bank & Trust company in New Orleans was arrested on forgery and defalcation charges. The district attorney says he confessed misappropriating 100000 under a depositor's name for a 5000-dollar check. Speculation in stocks and bonds is blamed for Ingram's downfall. he was arraigned in city criminal court and pled not guilty, in default of 75000 bond.
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