08 Mar 1912
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1912
Page
1
A Washington strike investigation leads to a recommendation for a thorough probe of labor conditions at the American Woolen Company. The move comes as Congress weighs pressure over worker treatment and industry practices.
Washington reports that a House Rules Committee inquiry into the Lawrence strike and the American Woolen Company ends with recommendations to Congress. Missionary Reverend Clark Carter testifies the children’s work is proper. wage data show averages around four dollars weekly, with a 26 percent wage rise over ten years.
Testimony from a House hearing details two Lawrence children escaping forced scrubbing in a home placed by a committee. Rev. Clark Carter describes terror among foreigners amid the strike, with threats and raids sparking widespread fear and a push to remove workers.
Residents describe ongoing fear after disturbances, with many avoiding travel into Lawrence for days and others feeling terror daily regardless of party affiliation. The mood remains unsettled as authorities assess the situation and residents seek safety.
Mrs Hessie Gentry was found guilty of murder in the first degree for killing her husband Thomas Gentry on January 6 and was sentenced to life imprisonment. Maurice Weightman, her brother, is to be tried separately. An insurance policy on Gentry’s life was noted in connection with the case.
Creditors including International Construction Union Construction Western Vic Timber and United States Mexican Trust asked for a receiver for the Orient Acmd railroad in Kansas City Kansas. Judge Pollock named a receiver with another to be chosen. court in executive session. The road extends from Kansas City to Topolopumpe Mexico about 1229 miles. 998 miles completed with trains running. Stillwell backed project. Stillwell based in New York.
A receivership petition was filed in New York by English bondholders led by Frederick Hurdle and Lord Munson for the Kansas City Mexico and Orient railway. They announce a friendly reorganization plan replacing four percent bonds with five percent bonds and placing the road under receivership to facilitate the deal.
Washington March 7 Speaker Champ Clark marked his sixty second birthday with a long day of handshakes at his office a floor demonstration carnations from pages and messengers and a mass meeting at convention hall The event featured remarks from Representative Hainey and tributes from Representatives Austin and Cannon as the crowd cheered the speaker.
Daisy Grace, accused of shooting her husband Eugene Grace, was arraigned on $7,500 bond and remanded without bail after Grace survived a reported wound. He recovered consciousness and said he believed his wife fired the shot, while police uncover few clear details in the mystery.
A derailment on the Wa bash railroad near West Lebanon Indiana killed five and injured about seventy one. Passengers pinned in wreckage were rescued as wrecking crews and relief trains responded from Danville and nearby towns. The dead include a Fort Wayne to St Louis passenger and a Pullman porter. Many injured faced extended treatment and possible additional fatalities.
At El Paso Texas a series of arms consignments destined for the Vasquista rebels at Juarez were halted by Col. B Steever. The shipments included 60 carbines and 16000 rounds of ammunition bound for a presumed fictitious recipient James Smith. Similar cargoes were detained then allowed after officials intervened. The issue centers on neutrality law compliance and prior customs practices that let weapons through during earlier revolutions.
Philadelphia March 7 Mrs Martha Ulrich receives telegram from Grace Crave declaring innocence after shooting Gene L improving. A prewritten letter to her mother mentions Grace's plans for her husband’s visit and a satchel ready for Grace to take to Atlanta along with cakes and other items.
William F. McCoombs, NY campaign manager for Governor Woodrow Wilson, endorsed nationwide presidential preference primaries. He said Wilson would submit to the test, arguing the primary would let Democrats name their leader and reflect the sovereign verdict of the party.
Warren Davis sought for stealing a $5000 registered mail package from the Salida post office was found dead with a bullet wound at 5 PM. Three posses scoured the area for him as authorities traced no sign of the missing parcel and recovered letters to relatives and friends claiming innocence.
Salida March 7 post office inspectors arrested Thomas Bilis a youth from Birmingham for forging four money orders totaling 50 dollars. The money orders were allegedly sent to a friend in Salida to pay the young man’s expenses. the friend Ellis was discharged and the order signed in his name. Ralph Smith and Co and BP Wilhorgsen of Denver connected to the case.
Paris March 7 Francisco L de la Barra former provisional president of Mexico voiced optimism that Mexico would triumph over current troubles. At a Franco American committee reception Paul de Leroy Renaulieu praised Mexico as Latin culture center and urged positive U S influence for equilibrium while Senor de la Barra foresaw an end to revolution through public opinion and a healthy democracy.
A dispatch from Chihuahua on March 7 reports President Madero aided by troops moved through La Grande region near Ojinaga, despite Gov Colquitt and Washington opposition. General Sanjines allegedly crossed with 806 federal troops, shipped via Loreto and Eagle Pass, then donned civilian garb to reach Presidio opposite Ojinaga. Wealthy property owners insured against potential rioting at one and a half percent through Lloyds.
An American arriving from Torreon reports three thousand troops and heavy weapons in the area. A train is planned to Juarez tomorrow as many residents remain unable to depart.
Texas Attorney General Lightfoot arrived in St. Louis to investigate reports Waters-Pierce Oil Co remains active in Texas after fines and alleged violations. He will also probe AT&T stock purchase by Western Union to gauge Texas wire trust concerns.
Pekin dispatch notes diplomats discuss keeping guard on the railroad to Chin Wang Tae while troops at Tien Tsin and Pekin may be withdrawn. Sheng Yun commands 26 000 in Shen Si and Shan Si and Yuan Shi Kai’s forces are dwindling as republican flags fade. debate continues on a Manchu restoration or republican stability.
Mrs. P. H. Thrash hired her husband from Buncombe county officials paying 160 dollars for a month of his labor. He had been sentenced to 30 days in jail for violating the prohibition law and Thrash will also pay a 2000 dollar fine.
Congress met at noon to resume debate on British all French arbitration treaties with a vote set for 4 30 p m. Senator Percy pledged to address the senate Friday to answer Mississippi's demand for his resignation. Democrats in finance circles back the House steel tariff revision bill before appealing to progressive Republicans. Session adjourned at 5 30 pm until noon Friday.
Elliott resumes discussion on the agricultural appropriation bill. The dismissed chief drainage engineer testifies that a Florida Everglades bonds circular was suppressed by Secretary Wilson. Opponents depict the $226 000 garden seed appropriation as unfairly small.
Congressman Curry champions harmony amid hostile reception from Bourbon opponents. He remains undeterred by rude rebuffs and unkind epithets while promoting bipartisan outreach and national unity.
Special dispatch from Santa Fe reports Republican delegates clash over progressives led by George W. Prichard who denounces Roosevelt and demands full reforms while others seek unity. Figures like Charles Springer and Solomon Luna weigh delegation strategy as the party braces for Chicago.
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