Senate Acts on Monstrosity Policy and New Mexico View
The senate takes up action on a monstrosity policy while President Taft weighs sentiment on New Mexico. The debate centers on executive approach and regional stance without firm conclusions.
06 Mar 1911
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1911
Page
1
The senate takes up action on a monstrosity policy while President Taft weighs sentiment on New Mexico. The debate centers on executive approach and regional stance without firm conclusions.
Morning Journal reports that if the April extra session endorses New Mexico’s constitution, Taft may back statehood for New Mexico in 1912. The Enabling Act details require presidential and congressional approval and timing for elections and official proclamations.
Five rebel vessels push north along the La Platte river with three flying the Argentine flag. The Argentine government demands immediate return of boats seized February 25. The Argentine minister in Asuncion returns from leave aboard a gun boat as U S officials anticipate success of the revolution.
The Rev. Charles F. Aked announced from the Fifth Avenue Baptist pulpit that he accepted an enthusiastic call to the First Congregational Church of San Francisco but fears there is no future for the Fifth Avenue church or his ministry there. He cited desire for larger enterprises and a bigger edifice as reasons for reconsideration despite offers up to 17000 dollars and strong English support. He urged prayer to avoid mistake and noted his sense that his best work should be under the American flag with American churches.
Fragmentary text argues the president 8 percent sentiment, denying any change to New Mexico affairs. It claims the constitutionality was settled by voters on April, with the matter sent to the attorney general for briefing. It hints at Taft taking action on the matter and possible further steps on a constitutional issue.
The forecast calls for moderate temperatures with considerable cloudiness and varied precipitation. A disturbance off the north Pacific coast will push eastward across the middle west Tuesday and Wednesday, bringing warmer temps followed by general rain and a shift to cooler conditions in northern and central districts later in the week.
A garbled report from Asuncion describes an armed tension in Paraguay with Colonel V A bertedura at the center after President Condeami’s resignation. Rebels reportedly control the southern rail line between Concepcion and Asuncion as government troops move to suppress them.
Charles C. Piles assistant secretary of the treasury to succeed Charles D. Norton as secretary to the president on April 4. The announcement came at a luncheon in Norton's honor. President Taft hosted guests including Mr Norton and Mr Hilles. Leaders urged Hilles to accept, dissolving a partnership agreement to allow the White House appointment.
A massive blaze on Nicollet avenue destroys the Syndicate block, with losses around 1 million dollars. Twelve rescued from upper floors. two potential fatalities. Fire origin unknown as Minneapolis and St Paul crews fought the flames amid high winds.
A brief fire report from Cleveland notes property damage and possible injuries, with limited readable details from the damaged OCR text. Authorities responded quickly, and investigators will review the scene for a cause.
A March 5 fire in Nashville started at the rear of the J. H. Fall Hardware six story building and swept the northern half of the block. Loss is placed around 300000 with most covered by insurance. adjoining structures including Sol Franklin & Co. Nash ville Outfitting and Abernathy Langham Shookeclothiers suffered near or heavy damage.
Tammany candidate for New York Senate accuses Dix of lending aid and comfort to enemies of the party. The dispute centers on political support and potential interference with the race dynamics.
El Paso reports Mexican Central and Wells Fargo routes cut by revolutionists threatening Chihuahua supply lines. Colonel Rabago leads 700 troops to clear the line toward Chihuahua for freight trains. Federal control of lines noted as rebels intensify disruption. In New York, political infighting within Tammany continues over United States Senate nominations.
Albany March 5 Governor Dix declined to comment on William F Sheehans statement but suggested he may have something to say tomorrow.
Chihuahua Mexico March 5 traffic north and south disrupted for a period but sufficient provisions exist for two months. Two thousand troops guard the city with no immediate danger reported.
Washington March 5. A telegram from Vice Consul Leonard says Mexican revolutionists control the railroad network around Chihuahua north south and west. No reopenings planned, no current attack danger, but city life is demoralized and prices rise. Telegraph links briefly restored March 3.
Reports say the presidents of Huitzuco and Italcalas municipalities north of Chilpancingo were killed by resolute factions after rebels sacked the town. Federal troops with infantry and artillery moved into the district while rebels retreated to the hills. Jose Rafael Isunsa has been installed governor of Puebla, succeeding Macio P. Martines who resigned.
Naco Mexico reports its garrison ordered to Agua Prieta shortly after Pronteris fell. Rebels under Blanco gain strength in Bonora, taking several towns, though recent days show no new action. No decisive reports from the south have arrived.
Morning Journal reports that President Taft moved to summon an extra congressional session to push Canadian reciprocity despite Senate bets against it. The piece details party maneuvering, anticipated tariff debates, and the tension between House and Senate as Democrats seek to shape revenue and expenditures amid the reciprocity crisis.
Report from San Diego says a mixed force of 45 to 50 men leaving El Cajon plans to attack Tia Juana at daylight. Citizens and soldiers evacuate women and children across the line as 75 defenders, including 15 federal troops, brace for battle under Sub-Prefecto Larroque.
San Francisco reports from the Oriental line Asia that General Bir Hoover MacDonald, a British Army officer famed for service in many lands, is said to be drilling Chinese troops. The wire says he faced grave charges in Paris in 1903 but was judged unsubstantiated and deemed a victim of scandal with sightings in Australia, India, Thibet, and Siberia unverified.
Dispatch received tonight from Agua Prieta reports General Lorence Torres and Governor Cublitas detailing the Ladura battle on the Yaqui river. The town had fallen to rebels days earlier and Captain Incarmacon Torres, a federal officer, was captured, triggering arrest events.
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