06 Mar 1913
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1913
Page
1
Independence is demanded by people of UNORA as Huerta's government readies for a subjugation campaign against the rebel state led by Maderistas amid tensions and growing opposition.
Refugees report Sonora uprising plans to seize border town and declare an independent state. Mexican officials appoint provisional governors. Obregon named commander of constitutionalistas. Agua Prieta garrison dwindles to 100, while 700 U S cavalry and negro troops guard the line and water plant under orders to fire only to protect lives.
In Hermosillo Sonora March 5 the Sonora state congress officially repudiated Huerta's provisional national government and called all residents to arms to resist any intrusion by Huerta troops. Provisional Governor Pesquiera pledged to defend the state with his life as Maytorena sits in exile in Arizona. Cannon have been placed around the city and entrenchments dug.
El Paso reports a sudden shift in Sonora news that could boost Madero loyalists already fighting Huerta in Chihuahua. Sonora, rich in ranches and mining properties controlled largely by foreign capital, includes its capital Mohistlo on the southern Pacific, near Guaymas and Nogales, with more than 15 000 residents.
Tucson dispatch reports Governor Jose Mayrena declaring that Hermosillo and Sonora will not endure a government breaker and usurper Huerta. He forecast Huerta’s downfall and urged support for stability amid unrest in Mexico.
Sonora rebels launch campaign against Huerta forces with state troops moving south from Hermosillo at dusk. Bridges on the Southern Pacific railroad were burned to block federal troops from advancing north from Guaymas. The state congress rejected the Huerta administration via J. M. Paredes at the state capital.
In Glynden Minn March 5 Miss Anna skein a school teacher at Ulen was shot and probably fatally wounded by Benjamin Tinjun who then fatally shot himself in front of her students.
London March 6 Mrs Emmeline Pankhurst leader of the suffragettes has broken down completely. She has cancelled all engagements and gone to the country for rest. At a Hampstead suffragette meeting General Mrs Flora Drummond stood in to speak. A disturbance followed with students sneezing chairs broken and bruises as attendants fended off attackers.
Chicago March 6 A federal grand jury impanelled by Judge Landis will begin a substantial inquiry into oleomargarine tax evasions. The session follows a Washington compromise act by Secretary MacVeagh, with the jurors to be charged tomorrow as authorities press to clarify legal opinions on criminal action.
Morning Journal Special Leased Wire reports from Omaha on March 5 that W. M. Ford of Rushville testified before Special Examiner Robert S. Taylor in the Sherman anti trust case against International Harvester. Ford said mower sales hinge on whiskey brand, but he and other witnesses suggested IH did not coerce dealers to sell only IH lines. The defense emphasized machine improvements benefiting farmers while government proved IH sold 85 to 90 percent of harvesting machinery output. Seven of 125 witnesses were heard that day.
Rome reports the papal tribunal of Rota favored annulling the marriage of Count Bon de Castellane and Anna Gould the Duchess de Talleyrand but notes ecclesiastical law requires two decisions for a definite verdict. The Duchess appeals to protect her children as the final settlement awaits also regarding the annulment.
Mrs Mabel Mills of San Antonio Texas arrived in Kansas City after being robbed of forty one thousand dollars in Evanston Illinois last Saturday night She registered under an assumed name and said she came to evade Chicago police and newspapermen She claimed she had told all she knew about the robbery but was still questioned by authorities
Washington March 5 The treasury department committee on efficiency and economy reported to Franklin MacVeagh that he saved eight million dollars for the government during his four year term as secretary of the treasury. The report notes reforms instituted and shows the present annual saving about 38 506 000 and aggregate savings in his term near eight million.
A meeting of the National Committee in Washington authorized him to take such action as he deems necessary to aid Democratic Senators in the upcoming elections. The directive sets the course for coordinated campaign efforts and mobilization across states.
The Democratic National Committee, led by William F. McCombs, called for strong party organization to win two Senate seats in Illinois and one in New Hampshire. Illinois candidates are James Hamilton Lewis and Charles Boeschenstein. New Hampshire hopes hinge on Henry P. Hollis. McCombs, offered France’s ambassador post, retained chair. Mary E. Fey urged California Democrats to impact electoral votes. President Wilson hosted the delegation in the White House East Room and received a silver sheet with Ohio Democrats’ names.
Concord March 5 The ballot feature in the state senate race shows John H M Bartlett moving to second place with 4% votes Edward N Pearson Republican caucus candidate has 74 votes Henry F Heltis Democrat 194 four short of election Robert R Progressive 14 votes Lass remains unnamed and unclear in results.
In San Francisco on March 5 Pacific Telephone and Telegraph announced major officer reshuffles after its annual meeting. Louis Glass and J. Zimmer resigned as vice presidents and directors, replaced by J. M. Quay and H. D. Pillsbury. HE. C. Bradley also resigned as vice president and general manager but remains on the board. successor unnamed. An adjourned meeting will occur next Thursday when Henry T. Scott, reelected president, resigns to be succeeded by G. K. McFarland of Omaha, then Nebraska Telephone’s VP and GM.
Notification issued states an open door policy applies only to those who call upon business of moment. The report notes Champ Clark’s assumed duties and self-assured stance as president.
Representative Oscar Underwood was unanimously chosen again by Democrats to lead the Ways and Means Committee in the House, consolidating his role amid ongoing caucus decisions. The move affirms Underwood’s influence in fiscal policy and committee leadership.
Woodrow Wilson settles into the White House amid pomp and ceremony, inviting only invited office seekers. He shakes hands with about 2,004 people, consults with his cabinet and conferred with Senate Democratic leader John W. Kern and Illinois leaders on the Senate race.
Washington University in St Louis announced that Secretary of Agriculture David O. Houston will continue as chancellor on a limited leave of absence. President Brookings said acting chancellor Frederick A Hall will assume duties while Houston serves in the cabinet, stressing the university’s talent to perpetuate his policies.
Washington March 5 The Democratic caucus of the Sixty third congress re nominated Speaker Champ Clark and key officers. Underwood chairs Ways and Means with Harrison Shackleford Kitchin Rainey and Hull on the panel. 275 of 290 Democrats present as unity and tariff revision plans proceed ahead.
Clarence Darrow opened his closing defense in the McNamara bribery trial in Los Angeles, denouncing state prosecutors and arguing there was little evidence against him. He accused powerful interests of conspiring to ruin him, while a crowd gathered as doors were opened to admit spectators. Darrow spoke for over two hours and was to continue the next morning.
A speech quotes the speaker predicting unity in the sixty third congress. He emphasizes harmony within the party and with President Wilson, suggesting a shared course on major issues. The remarks frame ongoing legislative cooperation as essential for national goals.
Former U.S. Attorney General George W. Wickersham leaves Washington for New York and San Francisco to begin a world-girdling trip on March 15. He will be joined by Mrs. Wickersham for a leisure voyage through Asia and Europe, returning in the fall after four years of anti trust prosecutions totaling eighty seven suits.
Guy N. Bjorge and William Leslie Taylor, mining engineers from Duluth Minnesota, who were captured last week by Motilones Indians during petroleum exploration near Lake Maracabo, have been rescued according to official advices received at Caracas.
Judge Smith McPherson directed a jury to acquit Ernest D. Martin and Frankie Avery, charged with using the mails to defraud in promoting an electric line from Kansas City to St Joseph. He said witnesses admitted feasibility and need, profits were likely, and no fraud by promoters. the project failed only due to insufficient bond sales.
A construction site accident in Minneapolis on March 5 describes John Henry, a mason's helper, falling 100 feet from the fourth story, striking a plank, bouncing several times, and returning to work after brushing dirt from his clothes.
Senators Barth and Mabry face sharp criticism as they accuse newspapers of bias while attempting to justify their planned actions. The exchange highlights partisan tensions and questions about accountability in state government.
In Santa Fe March 5 the New Mexico legislature was shaken as Senator Isaac Barth attacked Albuquerque papers over a salary bill dispute. Barth denounced a Morning Journal article by a “tramp printer” under indictment for libel while Mabry called some colleagues “peanut politicians.” The session turned heated with barbed exchanges and personal privilege claims centering on press coverage and proposed county salaries.
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