13 Mar 1913
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1913
Page
1
State legislative action continues with night sessions where a host of general appropriation act bills are advanced and resolutions of statewide interest are adapted. The sessions focus on funding priorities and budgetary allocations for state agencies and programs.
At Sante Fe on March 13 the senate favorably reports the state fair bill authorizing a 5000 dollar annual grant upon local fund-raising and 5000 for Perr, with a three member commission to run it. The same night the senate passes a 20000 dollar appropriation for the San Diego exposition, a reform tax bill is approved, and a bill to grant each legislator one student a free tuition and maintenance at a state college advances.
Morning Journal reports the state house and senate advancing appropriation bills with differences in salary structures and a local option prohibition measure. Senator Holt proposes territory wide fiscal and policing changes while bills address bonds and immigration funding amid party divide and procedural delays.
The legislature debated charitable appropriations and a police funding line, with the house approving an Avetratian ballot law and disfavoring mounted police funds. The public moneys act passed the senate, and a codification bill for state laws was directed under the attorney general.
General Orozco arrives in Mexico City and is greeted by men who had opposed him for two years, as unrest and political maneuvering continue amid calls for peace with Huerta.
During a late session the assembly passed a Taxation Reform resolution and a measure to consolidate state institutions along with related acts. The actions reflect ongoing reforms and organizational consolidation efforts by the legislature.
The Morning Journal reports a final conference between rebel governor Alberto Civajarde and Provisional President Huerta group this week as Carranza mobilizes 2,000 men. Orozco plans may switch sides. many rebels expected to join government forces and Orozco could become Chihuahua governor.
Officials in Piedras Negras report authoritative dispatches claiming Durango has fallen to 2000 constitutionalists under Juan Garcia, while General Tracy Aubert’s forces are isolated near Aosta and Torreon is menaced by 2000 constitutionalists under Colonel Triant. Twenty states support the Carranza opposition amid Huerta’s government in Mexico.
Santa Fe March 12 The senior senator from Bernalillo county Joseph F Sulzer received a cruel practical joke telegram aimed at opposing the state fair bill. The message signed by several names caused a moment of dizziness before the senator sought guidance from Col Sellers who was unaware of the hoax.
The Senate ratified the federal amendment for direct election of U S Senators by a direct vote of the people. Debates touched on taxation limits and consolidation of state institutions into a single university. A recall proposal sparked the fiercest debate, prompting a five minute limit on future floor speeches.
Women victims write pitiful letters to the vice commission in session in Chicago detailing true conditions. The plea exposes exploitation and social harm caused by men described as woot-crazed rather than low wages. The testimony centers on harm to girls and calls for reform and protection.
Chicago March 12 A Morning Journal Special Leased Wire report details letters to the state legislative vice commission from women describing hunger, coercion, and exploitation. Women urge higher wages for workers, critique men’s roles, and call for action including a living wage and a Saturday half holiday as investigations begin.
Springfield March 12 A conference of state governors to discuss suppressing vice and aiding working girls follows the Illinois white slave investigation. Governor Dunne proposed the meeting and Lt Gov O Hara, committee chair, will invite governors to Springfield for an early general conference. The committee also announced an eastern trip starting March 26.
The tour lists Albany Pittsburg Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington where the committee plans to submit its findings to President Wilson Speaker Champ Clark Vice President Marshall and other officials.
Governor Foss sent a letter to Lieutenant Governor Harra in response to plans for similar investigations in other states. He notes Massachusetts has a senate resolution pending in the house to establish a five person commission with broad powers to study and combat white slave traffic and to cooperate with the other state's investigators.
Constitutionalists press a strong push to seize Nogales demanding surrender from Colonel of Huerta’s rural guards. Reports cite heavy forces and tense border clashes as the standoff continues with no immediate resolution.
Governor A Eberhardt sent copies of a letter from Illinois Lieutenant Governor O Hara urging a Minnesota commission to enforce the Mann act. He notes state cooperation is vital and transmits the communication with approval for legislative consideration.
Washington March 12 The Democratic task of tariff revision moved forward as the House ways and means committee drafted finishing touches on the iron and steel schedule after earlier detailing other schedules. Committee plans and committee appointments will hinge on the presidents recommendation as to legislation scope. Government needs will be addressed by sundry civil and Indian appropriation bills, delayed committee appointments until the extra session's end.
Herman Michaels former Harlem gambling kingpin testified before the grand jury detailing police graft practices. He said officials collected tributes from his pool rooms and that graft increased after the Rosenthal murder. District Attorney Whitman cited verified figures showing Harlem gambling keepers paid about 250000 dollars annually for immunity.
The New York City Board of Education denied a one year leave of absence to Mrs. Katherine Edgell to bear a child. Only five members attended the vote and 32 abstained or opposed, with the board deciding to not debate the issue. The decision aims to balance duties of a schoolteacher with motherhood and home life.
Nogales Arizona border crisis as Col Kostertlatsky with 250 men resists 1000 state troops near Nogales Sonora. US Army Fifth Cavalry prepared reinforcements from Fort Huachuca and Pertdvacky while consulars seek amicable talks with Obregon and Kostertlatsky.
Rebels take Agua Prieta after border town residents surrender and 650 state troops under Elias Calles arrive. Gunmen eject remaining Huerta supporters, seize arms, and establish a provisional government with U S customs service to operate. Calles promises protection for refugees and a bloodless victory celebrated with Viva la constitution.
Sacramento defeats White Fox in a Pacific Coast League game. Date noted March 12 in Sacramento California. Details are incomplete but indicate a league matchup featuring Sacramento and Chicago Americans.
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