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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1908
Page
1
Crowds greet the returning excursionists in Clovis and Tolar as they travel through New Mexico. Governors Curry and local boosters receive a grand ovation, with towns along the route turning out in force to honor the visitors from Albuquerque.
Workers at the Commercial Club plan a grand public reception for the Trade Extension. A procession forms at the station on arrival of the train to escort the party to the Commercial Club where Governor Curry is expected to speak.
A large assembly gathers in the Roosevelt county seat as residents and officials celebrate a prosperous community event. Local leaders speak on regional growth and civic pride, highlighting shared projects and future plans.
Portales New Mexico March 12 The Albuquerque trade excursion visits Portales as Roosevelt County grows with cotton and broom corn production Officials greet the visitors at the station and at the opera house George L Reece presiding as Governor Curry highlights statehood and public land acts a sheriff is jailed for sleeping during the trip and is confined to the baggage car awaiting a possible new trial
The Commercial Club of Roswell held a late night smoker for the Albuquerque group from 8 p m to 2 30 a m praising good behavior and friendly reception Judge Richardson welcomed attendees with brief remarks and B Fergusson Governor Curry and President Tight responded with short addresses The event highlighted hospitality during the trip.
Albuquerque prepares a full homecoming for the first and most successful southwest trade excursion. A five o clock arrival at Santa Fe station prompts a citywide turnout led by Elks Band and Governor Curry, with a march to the Commercial Club and brief speeches. Local committee chair O N Marron coordinates reception and introductions.
A religious and civic event featured remarks from four speakers including the Rev. and Rev. Lukens. They urged readers to know their country and consider a Pecos valley to Rio Grande trade excursion near Mesilla Park. Mose Stern recited verses about Albuquerque’s push to visit Roswell and Governor Curry, urging guests not to linger.
A long distance report from Vaughn New Mexico on March 12 describes a cheerful trade excursion visitors arriving in Estancia for breakfast and plans to reach Albuquerque. The Santa Fe Central line coordinators aim to ensure smooth travel as the party returns home via Willard and other towns.
Travelers were met with enthusiasm along the route as boosters planned a jolly day and a fitting close to a glorious week. At Taiban a crowd of about 200 greeted Governor Curry with cheers after schoolchildren waved banners. La Lande Sunnyside hosts heard brief talks as the band played. An Estancia Commercial Club invitation to breakfast was accepted.
An anonymous letter signed by "a republican" threatens to destroy the federal building and city hall in Denver if the unemployed condition is not relieved within 48 hours. Governor Buchtel and officials plan heightened security at the capitol and public buildings.
Cor poral Charlies Griffin of Company 1 Twenty-first Infantry was badly hurt by a bursting cannon while a salute was fired at Fort Logan. An arm was shattered and he suffered other bruises. He lies in the fort hospital and may recover. Fragments from the muzzle-loading cannon struck the administration building 75 yards away.
March 12 proceedings centered on John R. Walsh former Chicago National Bank president. Judge Anderson will rule on the motion for a new trial after full-day arguments from both sides.
Guiseppe Alia was found guilty of first degree murder for killing Father Francis Leo Heinrichs during a sacrament at St Elizabeth's Church in Denver. He was sentenced to death, with a five day window for a motion for new trial, as the crowd listened in silence.
Moroccon theater reports Commander DyAmade of the French forces has received letters from Mulai Hatig the sultan of the south and his army leaders requesting a halt to fighting while peace negotiations are arranged.
Albany March 12 The New York Legislature advances Governor Hughes gambling reform for race tracks after a codes committee report without amendment The senate bill and governor form are near final approval with Senator Raines optimistic no deadlock remains and he votes to restore the original form.
New York, March 12. Secretary Ely said the New York stock exchange will give Herbert Knox Smith full access for his Roosevelt ordered inquiry into alleged stock gambling. Ely stated the exchange has nothing to conceal and will show Smith all it has.
Charges filed with Governor Hughes seek removal from office for neglect of duty in failing to enforce the liquor tax law. The action is led by Dr. Charles H. Parkhurst on behalf of the Society for the Prevention of Crime in New York.
William P. Heiss former assistant manager of the United States military telegraph during the Civil War has died at his Sioux Falls home at eighty two. Heiss was entering Ford's Theatre in Washington when Lincoln was assassinated and he ordered the suspension of telegraphic communications from Washington for ten minutes after the tragedy.
About 25,000 cotton operatives in Lowell mills were notified of a 10 percent wage cut effective March 20. Major firms Boots Tremont Suffolk Hamilton Middlesex Lawrence Appleton and Merremac posted notices. Industry-wide curtailment and possible further production cuts were indicated as likely.
Reports from Manchester New Mexico and Lawrence Massachusetts suggest no formal wage scale reduction agreement yet but indicate support for Lowell manufacturers actions. Nine Hundred Out of a Job notes Roxbury Carpet plant closure leaving about 900 workers unemployed with only one department still active.
A measure of great importance to New Mexico and San Juan county was passed by the Senate. The bill, backed by Governor Curry during his Washington visit, provides for returning a large portion of the latest withdrawal to the public domain for addition to the Navajo reservation, once the Navajo land allotment is completed.
The plan for King Edward to cruise in the Mediterranean after visiting here has been abandoned. His majesty arrived in Biarritz and will return to London in mid April.
The Morning Journal relays a long special from Texico to Albuquerque across a 2500 mile circuit via Amarillo Dallas and Denver with Perfecto Balasar handling the message. A second link from Vaughan to Vaughn to Belen connected Colorado Telephone and Eastern Railway lines for the Morning Journal correspondent James S. Blackh.
Holiday journey to San Francisco will be made after strenuous target practice at Naval Base Washington DC March 12. Telegram to Admiral Evans from Horace Porter president of the Navy League praises the fleet for its readiness and discipline and pledges friendship and support.
The American battleship fleet under Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans anchors at Magdalena Bay after a 13 000 mile voyage from Hampton Roads. After target practice and fleet drills the voyage will continue to San Francisco with stops at San Diego Los Angeles Santa Barbara and Santa Cruz. The fleet will conduct coastal target ranges off Lower California and parade glory with prizes and trophies awarded for best crew scores.
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