12 Jun 1921
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1921
Page
1
Lieutenant Peargon flies an Army airplane into the Grand Canyon, lands in the chasm, then takes off again. He reports feeling cramped for room during the descent and ascent.
Army flyer Lieutenant Alexander Pearson landed and took off at more than 9000 feet in the Grand Canyon to study air currents and locate landing fields. He said the feat may be the first of its kind and plans further flights over the canyon for about a week.
Fire in Barstow California on June 11 destroyed eight business establishments and damaged several more. The estimated damage exceeds $100 000.
The body of a ten year old boy kidnapped May 4 and held for ransom was found in the Hudson River. Identification was made by the father Giuseppe Varotta. A letter demanding money led to five men being jailed on extortion charges awaiting trial.
In Princeton Indiana on June 11 a mob of vigilantes expelled over a hundred foreign workers from Gibson and Pike county coal camps. Francisco near Princeton saw most action as foreigners were removed from mines and a supervisor W E Cox and his family were ordered to leave. Meanwhile rail builders and another 100 foreigners in Oakland City bound mines are quitting under pressure as vigilantes patrol the region.
Constantinople June 11 The Greek battleship Kilkis formerly the United States steamship Mississippi shelled Inebers on the Black Sea. Casualties were heavy and many buildings damaged including the konak the official residence of the government.
Washington June 22 bankers and federal officials discuss private credit relief for livestock growers. A banking pool would pool private funds to provide new cattle loans with no direct government participation, aligning with Harding's policy to aid business without federal control.
Weather bulletin shows New Mexico partly cloudy with possible thunderstorms and warmer temps for Sunday and generally fair conditions in New Mexico on Monday. Arizona sees partly cloudy skies with unsettled northeast area and a Monday turn to fair weather. Readings cover 24 hours to 6 pm yesterday from the university with highs, humidity, and wind data. no clear numeric values due to garbled OCR.
Col Patrick J Hamrock issues a stay away warning for Pueblo outside laborers amid food shelter and work shortages. Health officials report lower disease after the flood while the Red Cross aids rural relief with seeds equipment and reconstruction efforts across Nepesta Fowler and La Junta.
Casper Wyoming June 11 Albert C Watson 34 a brakeman on the Chicago and Northwestern line between Lander and Hudson was killed when the train left the track near Hudson yesterday afternoon Several cars derailed and Watson was crushed beneath wreckage He resided in Lander with a wife and daughter and had served the railroad about ten years.
The bill of health issued to the American tanker Albert Watta reports thirty seven deaths from bubonic plague in Tampico during May. The Havana Cuba item notes the rate and implications for regional health monitoring and maritime arrivals.
Major league players combined for 45 home runs last week with 32 in the American League and 13 in the National League. Babe Ruth hit two four-base blows to raise his total to 47, leading club totals while Irish Meusel of Philadelphia increased his season tally to 10.
Washington June 11 Rear Admiral Benson chairman of the shipping board will be urged by Secretary Davis after a conference with President Harding to sign a wage and working conditions agreement with the men. Private ship owners likely won t join. The plan includes a 16 cent wage cut and overtime rules in effect until April 30 next year. Reinstatement of striking workers to be covered in a separate agreement.
James Hardman an English native and longtime Laramie resident died suddenly at his home in Laramie Wyoming last night June 11. Born in England he lived in Laramie for many years and was known in local circles. He is survived by relatives in the area.
Kansas Supreme Court affirms Crawford county verdict convicting Alexander Howat, president of the Kansas miners union, of contempt for defying an injunction aimed at stopping a strike in the Pittsburgh coal district. The decision upholds the Industrial Court law as valid.
Secretary Melton announced a conference in Chicago for bankers from livestock regions to decide on best methods to meet the livestock loan situation. Representatives from the treasury and the War Finance Corporation will attend, with a possible plan to form a banking pool to extend cattle industry credit similar to the 1914 cotton pool.
In Canon City Colorado on June 11 Mrs Tony Zellers risked her life trying to save her child E J Stenemeyer a prominent local attorney entered the flood and dragged her to safety The child’s body was not recovered at that time
The U S House opened debate on the Porter peace resolution to terminate wartime status, replacing the Knox measure. Democrats accuse Republicans of secrecy and threat to allies while Porter defends limiting repeal and asserts no abandonment of allies. Final vote expected Monday after rule approval 268 to 105.
London editorials praise Rear Admiral Sims for frank speech influencing Anglo American goodwill. The Sunday Express argues his candor surpasses formal diplomacy and that he returns to America honored and beloved by England.
London reports Rear Admiral William S. Sims learned of his recall from Secretary Denby via Associated Press after a Royal Thames Yacht Club dinner in his honor. He had not yet seen a cablegram, would not comment, and planned to sail on June 16 as scheduled.
Delegates representing the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America stage a walkout during the Denver convention. The disruption outlines tensions within the union and signals possible actions by organizers and members.
Delegates of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners withdraw from the AFL Building Trades convention after a resolution suspends unions defying the national board of jurisdictional awards. The carpenters oppose, refusing to comply with the board in its dispute with the sheet metal workers union as the vote passes 35 to 26.
Denver officials state that the Pension of United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners will not impact its affiliation with the American Federation of Labor. The announcement was issued to quell reports of a potential split.
Two federal prisoners Gardner and Pyron escaped from a train near Castle Rock Washington after transferring their shackles to two guards. A manhunt spread across timber country as officers sought footprints and broadcast descriptions. The pair had prior crimes including mail robbery and counterfeiting and were believed to be hiding among rough terrain.
Officials urge wide publicity to collect small donations from many people for Pueblo relief. The Journal reports the appeal and emphasizes immediate attention from potential donors.
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