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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1907
Page
1
Prisoner Harry Orchard testifies to a crimson tale of carnage claiming he killed eighteen men. He details a conspiracy allegedly plotted with William D. Haywood and others, with funding and initial suggestion by a man now facing trial for his life.
Harry Orchard testified in the Brecht case that Haywood, Moyer, Pettibone and he plotted multiple assassinations including Brevnerberg. He described bombs, sawed off shotguns, and a plan to kill Governor Peabody and Judge Cuthbert. The testimony covered flights, mine connections, and a long record of violent crime.
Pat Moran the Cheyenne saloonkeeper is cited in Jerry Orchard's Boise testimony as having gone to a Devert for Orchard, while Newitt denies any trip to Denver or involvement in such an errand.
In Denver on June 6 4 Mahoney acting president of the Western Federation of Miners asserts that while he and the state cannot implicate the federation or its officers in the crimes he claims to have committed he testifies to nothing that would connect the organization to the acts.
Beattie reports from Wallin Walla that Harry Orchard may seek a new life after the Caldwell bombing that killed Mrs Frank Bennentera. Mrs Steunenberg forgives Orchard. the Maywood Moyer Pettibone trial is seen as a national conflict omen, with Steunenberg’s death weighing on public fear and justice.
Morning Journal reports during the Schmitz extortion trial the defense pressed cross examination of Antonio Blanes as authorities cite Ruef acting as attorney for restaurant owners. Blanco, Reagan, Poheim testify on license threats and Ruef's control over restaurant regulations. BlaneS said owners raised 10000 dollars for Ruef to “take care” of licenses.
A Tokyo faction backing Count Okuma hints at action over the San Francisco outrages and the China missionary murder. They argue for firm protest and swift Washington measures to mete out justice to the Japanese.
Secretary Root informs the French government he is prepared to extend to the French chambers of commerce the same invoice certification privileges as Germany enjoys under the recently proclaimed modus vivendi. The move aims to facilitate exports to America and ease trade relations.
New York June 4 William J Bryan said tariff reform has been discussed for years but is not the paramount issue in the coming campaign. He cited trusts railroads and other questions as more important and praised Roosevelt’s railway policy while noting he and Roosevelt belong to different parties. Bryan's daughter Grace Bryan was in Washington today and the Bryan party plans to leave for Lincoln tomorrow.
The Western Federation of Miners accuses Harry Riddell president of Eureka Utah union and a convention delegate of working as a spy for a detective agency for two years. He allegedly received $7000 and used his position to aid the agency. Riddell denies the charges and says he will attend the Denver meeting to challenge removal.
The Guatemalan Court of Second Instance upholds the first court findings condemning sixteen of the nineteen accused in the attempted assassination of President Cabrera to death. Two Guatemalans and one Mexican receive fifteen years imprisonment, with reversals sought for the foreigners. Diplomatic discussions follow as pending clemency and alien residents react.
In El Paso Texas June seven of eight furnaces of the American Smelting and Refining Company plant are shut down as 150 workers strike for higher pay. Police guard the lone furnace amid violence injuring several and fracturing one striker's skull. The strikers say losses total 0,000 but expect a quick resolution.
A circular issued by the Western Federation of Miners directs union and sympathetic miners to avoid Bisbee Arizona as a strike in the camp seeks to compel Comnel Companies to allow workers to join the union. The note comes from the federation’s executive board meeting in Denver.
Deadwood reports miners vote to end a long strike at Black Hills mines. A meeting of representatives from Terry Peak union locals reached a decision to reopen operations after eight weeks of shutdown following disputes over fuel and ore prices.
Reported burglary of a Farmington saloon Monday night where safe and cash register contents were taken after forcing the back door. Bartender Robert McKiven, formerly of Darang, arrested and bound over to the grand jury with $200 bond after the case was investigated by local officers.
Senator P C Knox of Pennsylvania says he would accept a Republican nomination for president in 1908 if the party nominates him. He spoke after the Harrisburg convention endorsed him and praised Roosevelt’s administration. Knox and Mrs Knox dine in New York and plan to return to Valley Forge, Pa. tomorrow.
In New York tonight Senator Knox said he would be willing to be a presidential candidate in 1908 if the party nominated him. The president read Knox's message but offered no comment. Senator Foraker praised Knox as a capable man and Secretary Taft had no statement.
Richard M. Bourne a Salt Lake mining broker and Alta club member inherited £80 000 from his sister lost in the Windsor hotel fire in New York. He killed himself by slashing his wrist and shooting himself in City Creek canyon after writing an open letter declaring his wealth exhausted. He had worked as agent for California Powder until 1963, then traded mines and stocks and lived as a bachelor at the Alta club.
A 200 mile New York Motor Club endurance run near Albany ended with one death and multiple injuries when a leading car struck an electric taxi near Chitten Heights station. Clarence McKennie of New York, president of Standard Brake, died instantly. W W Mowber of New York City and W H Ewan of New Britain sustained serious injuries.
A lake vessel ran aground on a dangerous reef between Midite Island and Kelley’s, with risk of breaking up. The coast guard and rescue craft were dispatched to approach the wreck and evacuate the crew and passengers. all aboard are reported safe.
In New York on June 6 Mrs. Howard Gould filed for separation from Howard Gould. The first public hearing focused on striking specific allegations from her complaint about abandonment cruelty and improper conduct. Attorneys for both sides argued at length with briefs due Monday.
New York June 6 Mayor George B McLellan opposes a recount bill arguing it allows partial review and could overturn a fair election. Patrick McGowan acting mayor will send his veto to Albany while denouncing the measure as dishonest and unair to his candidacy.
Federal Judge Landis formally recognizes John A Lewie as head of the Christian Catholic Church of Zion founded by Dowie. Wilbur Glenn Velleo is named overseer by temporary arrangement to steer the church until a council meets in Sioux City September 22 to 38 to review church matters and governance.
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