Prosecution Eyes Far Reaching Conspiracy Probe
The case targets a long suspected assassination and violence plot spanning fifteen years. Officials promise a comprehensive inquiry linking multiple incidents and actors to a broader criminal network.
05 May 1907
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1907
Page
1
The case targets a long suspected assassination and violence plot spanning fifteen years. Officials promise a comprehensive inquiry linking multiple incidents and actors to a broader criminal network.
A Minnesota case centers on a confession by a man claiming he killed at the urging of four imprisoned men. William Meywiod, secretary treasurer of the Western Federation of Miners, is to stand trial while Willie Haywood Charlie H Moser George A Pettihowe and others face charges. Details describe alleged co conspirators and the state’s pursuit of a murder verdict tied to the confession.
The Caldwell blast near the gate killed former Idaho Governor Frank Steunenberg as Harry Orchard, a Denver man posing as an insurance buyer, becomes the prime suspect. Orchard confessed in part to Pinkerton investigators and faces charges tied to the Independence depot bombing, with authorities linking Kinsey Orchard to a broader conspiracy against union leaders Haywood Moser and Pettibone.
A man was held in Ada county court after a pre trial examination in a graft case. Prosecutor F Nugent represented Haywood and Pittivbene aiding the defense. Evidence was presented and the defense vowed to challenge any ground of the case.
The public prosecutor opposed the case and the court refused it. Principal witness J L Waggoner testified that a conversation with Yost occurred on April 4 while Waggoner served as a juror in a murder case. He did not know then if he would be a Haywood juror and had no reason to think Yost knew. Edwin Varsey Dies at 80 in New Jersey Home After Bright’s Disease.
Thomas W. Lawson of Reston was received in private audience today by the Pope and Cardinal Merry Del Val, the papal secretary of state, according to reports from Rome dated May 4.
A May 4 blaze in the Fre Zone warehouse at Bremen caused about 1000000 dollars in damage. Twenty one bales of cotton burned and local fire insurance companies suffered heavy losses.
In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania the jurors reached a verdict in the black hand case. The court had adjourned when the verdict was reached and it was sealed to be returned Monday morning.
The United States Mining Smelting and Refining company purchased the properties of Compania Minera de Macha in this state for 6 500 006. The mines include the San Pedro one of the best producers in Mexico.
The president plans a Memorial Day speech in Indianapolis focusing on railroads. He has consulted with interstate commerce officials and railroad leaders to gather information for the address.
A major blaze in Kansas City’s business district destroys the Orpheus Theater and nearby vaudeville venues. At least seven people perish and hundreds flee as flames spread through three theaters within blocks of The Cats hotel. Firefighters battle the blaze into the night, dousing embers and rescuing panicked crowds amid crowded streets.
Fire officials report a large timber blaze near a village amid dry conditions. Sparks from burning debris have set numerous logs and wood piles alight, with responders monitoring shifting winds and urging residents to clear dry brush.
The Washington Herald reports an Albuquerque mass meeting where residents protested against Andrews and Llewellyn, accusing them of betraying the people and labeling Hagerman critics as brutes. A long interview with delegate W H Andrews is cited amid petitions from Las Vegas, Roswell, Santa Fe and other New Mexico towns calling for change in Washington.
The announcement signals that the retirement from the office at this time will be sincerely regretted by the great mass of Republicans and the people of New Mexico.
Ernest W Huff, former Dean of Cornell Law School and legal adviser to Governor Hughes, shot himself aboard the Albany boat C W Morse on the Hudson River. The body was recovered on arrival, hidden behind chairs with an envelope to the Governor and a letter to his sister Lillian Huffeut. The governor was deeply affected by the death.
Bowling Green Ohio May 46 Otto Fritz Schmidt alias Kohler arrested here after confessing to police that a plumber in Cleveland jail admitted killing the Hoenig boy whose body was found in a barrel. Kohler had been released from Cleveland jail yesterday and handed to authorities for swindling trial. General Joseph K Hudson in Topeka Kas is sinking slowly and may live several days with no recovery hope.
The bill accuses Bedford and associates of forming a covert network with the Corn Products Refining company led by Matthiessen and Ream. It says the scheme aimed to shift control to Bedford and destroy stock value, create a monopoly, and fix prices while halting dividends. The report notes the Wagner and St Louis factories tied to the plan and mentions a pending transfer of Corn Products assets to the refining firm. San Francisco reports the China is due with Theodore V. Halsey, accused bribing agent, in custody aboard a U S secret agent vessel.
Granville Pendleton faces charges by federal agents for alleged malpractices and fraudulent land deals. A May 14 hearing before Justice of the Peace Eblin at Aztec, New Mexico, will proceed after Pendleton failed to secure a venue change and public statements claiming exoneration are disputed.
The body of Horace Marvin, missing since March 4 from his father’s farm near Kitts Hammock, was found in a frozen marsh half a mile east of the farm. Clothing matched the day of disappearance. investigators weigh whether death was accidental or foul play. Neighbor Ollie Pleaston reported finding the body while duck hunting. two strangers were noted nearby days earlier.
Former Santa Fe treasurer J H Vauen resigns prompting Governor Ray to appoint acting treasurer J Maigertaan. Reynolds accepts post as acting treasurer. Hughes named to replace. The move shifts long standing Republican leadership in New Mexico.
Stockholders of Corn Products Company allege a trade conspiracy tied to transferring control to Rockefeller interests. The Chicago Morning Journal reports involvement of court actions seeking injunctions and identifying firms Corn Products may face as rivals and partners in the industry.
Havens May 4 The attorney general of Santiago filed a report on the incident between sailors and police after a disorderly scene near Tacena. The document accuses Captain Lay of shooting at a man named Lee, while an inquiry continues to determine if police pursued Americans afterward. Queen Victoria Drives, Health Claims Noted. Hawin Faster Celebrations Reported in St. Petersburg.
A constable of Portals is charged with murdering Roosevelt County deputy sheriff. The prisoner is released on a ten thousand dollar bond pending further legal action.
Portales New Mexico May 4 Byron B Parish constable bound over to the grand jury for murder in $10 000 bond after shooting Deputy Sheriff William E Tipton in the White House saloon on April 25 Tipton died from a shot through the left eye Parish was released after bond was furnished Friends of the dead man considered lynching but calm heads prevailed and Parish was jailed for safety then sent to Hereford Texas for protection.
Chicago Great Western announces from May 7 it will pay three-fourths of a cent per hundred pounds on all grain handled through elevators at the Missouri river and shipped via that line. Payment goes to elevator owners only, not to commission firms or product owners. The move follows an Interstate Commerce Commission ruling cutting elevator charges by half from one and a half cents. Other lines’ responses remain unannounced.
Philadelphia May 4 Congressman J M Moore releases a War Department letter from Secretary Taft denying Jamaican press reports that the United States billed Jamaica for earthquake relief supplies. The denial clarifies no charges were issued for aid.
A 12000 strong opera house assemblage hears Lord Cromer praise the late khedive Tewfik Pasha and affirm continued British influence in governance as the resignation of Lord Cromer’s successor is announced and the ruling power remains under careful supervision.
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