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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1914
Page
1
Constitutionalist chief not in good standing with cabinet and much depends on Benton investigation. Political dispute unsettles plans as officials weigh authority and future cooperation amid inquiries.
The Senate debates Mexico policy as Senator Works attacks administration moves while Carranza faces pressure from the Benton incident. Shively defends the U S stance and Fall plans to unveil information, with Diaz hearing talks and executive session possible as the Mexican situation escalates.
Washington dispatch predicts wet unsettled weather for New Mexico with a Saturday and Sunday system bringing showers and cooler temperatures. Expect highs in the 50s and variable winds as the storm moves across the region.
An American critic questions U S handling of a British citizen's murder in Mexico urging direct action. The writer argues the government should send troops to recover the body, challenging Villa's power to decide burial and demanding stronger national courage and good faith.
General Carranza arrived in Agua Prieta Sonora after a trip from Naco and was greeted by a cheering crowd of several thousand civilians. He rode in on horseback between a double line of soldiers, was welcomed by town officials in the plaza, and attended a brief ceremony followed by a hotel reception and a ball.
Senator Newlands heads a subcommittee named to study and report on the pending interstate trade commission bill. The panel includes Vomerene Robinson Saulsbury Cummins Brandegee and Townsend as amendments flood the measure, delaying final action.
El Peso Texas March 6 report says Luis Terrazas Jr life has been forfeited unless 560000 pesos are paid by Sunday. Gen Terrazas says funds are unavailable. Villa may leverage Luis status to pressure the family while Carothers sees Carranza in Nogales and plans to travel to Chihuahua soon.
Dispatches from Rio de Janeiro report the capital quiet and no ground for alarm from the disturbance that prompted martial law. Ambassador DaGama says the government is in control and the siege may end before month’s end. U S embassy notes lives and property of Americans in Ceara and other cities are not at risk.
Washington March i several changes in senate committee chairmanships were made today due to Senator Stone becoming chairman of foreign affairs. Senator Ashurst became chairman of Indian affairs, Blair Lee of Maryland the coast defense committee, and West the Georgia member the committee on expenditures in the post office department.
Washington reports income tax law bids fall short of hopes, with about 425000 filers expected to pay roughly 50 million dollars annually. Officials noted over 400000 returns by Monday midnight, anticipating final totals near the congressional estimate of 85 million dollars including the corporate tax.
Col. George W. Geethals testified before the Senate Commerce Committee that Panama Canal machinery should not be moved to Mississippi flood control or Alaska rail projects. He favored using new equipment rather than shipping old gear, noting canal yard machines were worn and cannibalized for repairs.
New Haven March 6 Professor James Tufts University of Chicago told the Religious Education association that public schools are not meant to provide religious training and that churches should handle religious instruction. The convention also discussed education in relation to women and the home at the general meeting.
Jacob Issel hard, a former employee of the adjutant general's office in the Philippines, swallowed poison in a downtown doorway. He left a note claiming he aimed high but hit low, and asked to be buried without revealing his identity.
Washington March 6. The interstate commerce Committee agreed to report favorably Henry Hall of Colorado for the Interstate Commerce Commission seat to succeed Charles A. Prouty. Winthrop M. Daniels nomination remains pending a subcommittee report to fill the Marble vacancy.
Directors of the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad discussed the Boston and Maine situation at a special meeting. Chairman Howard Blott said no definite announcement could be made at that time.
New York March 6 Nordenholt a local ammunition dealer pleaded guilty in federal court to misbranding interstate shipments to northern Mexico. He shipped 500 600 cartridges hidden under nails to disguise freight savings of 600. A keg broke in Naco Arizona and authorities arrested him as the War munitions embargo had just been raised. London March 6 in cabinet discussions Ulster home rule plans were shelved in favor of a three year local option plebiscite allow ion for Irish counties to vote out of home rule temporarily.
George W Vanderbilt renowned philanthropist and sportsman died in Washington at 1 p.m. from heart failure after an appendicitis operation. He was 52. Mrs Vanderbilt Edith Dresser of New York has been at his bedside at the winter residence. Funeral plans to be announced as Frederick Vanderbilt, a brother, travels to Washington.
New York March 6 George Washington Vanderbilt youngest son of William H Vanderbilt lived chiefly at his vast Biltmore estate near Asheville North Carolina He built a model town Tiltmore conserved forests and made costly improvements He rarely involved in Wall Street affairs leaving an estate reportedly over 50 million with a daughter and Mrs Edith Stuyvesant Dresser as survivors.
Asheville North Carolina records half mast in public buildings as George W Vanderbilt dies. He owned about 140000 acres spreading thirty seven miles southwest of Asheville. His home Biltmore near Asheville cost about six million dollars and the model village of Biltmere reflects an old English style.
The Interstate Commerce Commission disclosed serious irregularities in the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway and its Puget Sound subsidiary. The report cites padded accounts overstating 1910 income by over 5 million dollars and improper asset treatment to mislead investors.
A commission notes that the Puget Sound line showed inflated earnings in its first year with several improper accounting practices. It states the $2,255,440.18 income would have vanished and the two percent dividend could not have been paid, affecting St Paul’s ability to cover its own dividends for 1911. The report details later misstatements used to sell bonds and calls for stricter adherence to true records to restore public confidence.
New York March 6 The five per cent import discount for goods carried by ships under American registry was upheld by the board of United States general appraisers. Judge B S Waite issued the opinion stating the measure furthers congressional intent and does not breach treaties. The ruling could affect four American Line ships from Southampton to New York, two Red Star Line vessels, and all coastwise ships.
Washington reports the administration may seek Congress repeal of the 5 percent discount for imports in American ships under the tariff law if the board of general appraisers ruling is sustained. Protests by nations and Capitol opposition shaped early talks, with Attorney General McReynolds and Secretary McAdoo directing Treasury actions pending court decisions.
Arthur Langowski 21 testifies before the federal strike committee that he received 3 a day from coal operators and 3 a week in union benefits while helping plan dynamite explosions against guards. He says he spied for the United Mine Workers and helped recruit militiamen for Denver testimony.
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