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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1922
Page
1
A memo from Washington outlines United States patience with Russia and the Genoa talks. Officials say any move toward recognition would depend on Russia’s reforms and economic revival under Russian leadership, with U.S. caution about entangling loans and credit.
The largest elephant in captivity named Tusko returned to calm in Bellingham after a day and night of rampage from Sedro-Wooley. He toppled fences, uprooted poles and even damaged a barn while pursued by hundreds. He allowed recapture and was loaded back into the circus car to rejoin the show.
Washington May 17 Ordinary expenditures for the ten months ended April total 2.82 billion dollars, down from 4.28 billion a year ago. Public debt disbursements for the period totaled 5.49 billion, versus 6.77 billion previously, while interest and debt redemptions remain major items in the outlay.
Washington May 17 Critics in the house condemn Congress for not extending DC rent control set to expire next Monday Representative Baker California Democrat says realtors are waiting for the law to die to raise rents and evict tenants Representative Curry California Republican quips on the origin of realtor.
Lodge unveils Republican plan to empower the President with broad powers as the debate over the Taree bill continues in Congress. Provisions face arraignment and political maneuvering from party leaders.
Watson of Georgia and Underwood of Alabama form a driving minority against the tariff bill as Senators Smoot and McCumber defend it. The measure stays in Senate until passage, says Senator Lodge of Massachusetts.
El Paso Texas May 17 a jury was obtained to try Fred McClure charged with the murder of Miss Louise Frentze while they were riding on March 13. After four jurors had been obtained one was excused with consent of the defense. The state will begin offering testimony tomorrow.
Generally fair in the west and east on Thursday with a chance of showers in the northeast portion. Temperatures are given in local 24 hour readings with expected mild changes into Friday and a run of unsettled weather later in the week. Local university reports provide the 6 p.m. temperature observations.
In Washington on May 17 senators debated provisions giving the president broad powers over tariff duties. Sen Watson led the attack against centralized authority, while Sen Underwood and Sen Smoot defended it. After hours of debate the committee approved a 20 percent ad valorem rate on bone black, rejecting a 10 percent amendment and a 1 cent per pound proposal.
The War Department orders provide immediate passage of current military thought to national guard officers reserve corps and civilian training camps. Graduate officers from army schools will undertake temporary duty in corps areas to transfer up to date ideas from the regular army to guardsmen and reserve officers, based on war experience.
Omaha, May 17. Mr and Mrs Frank Golda living on a farm near Omaha have fourteen years of marriage and twelve children in six installments. The couple recounts seven births since 1908, noting Twins Trips and quips about feeding a large family. Golda emphasizes family unity and daily plowing to support them while Mrs Golda tends home and children.
Santa Fe May 17 Governor Mechem explains denial of extradition requisition for J M Raynolds Guy Rogers and J F Cox Albuquerque bankers. He states sworn affidavits show the defendants were not in Arizona on the indictment dates and thus not fugitives. Legal citations and references to federal constitution and other states follow.
From the North Atlantic iceberg zone comes a call for summer underwear. The coast guard cutter Tampa reports on the ice patrol that one bale of drawers and one bale of undershirts in stated sizes are urgently needed for distribution.
Boston May 17 Pitcher Elmer Slim Meyers was released today by the Red Sox to the Salt Lake City club of the Pacific Coast League in a player move that reshapes their pitching.
A volunteer letter from a bond purchaser criticizes attacks on the Evening Herald and asserts the investor’s minority stake in a $1,000 New Mexico Industrial Company bond held by the State National Bank. The writer demands fair treatment and expresses support for decency in public affairs and the editor’s fight.
The Arizona Democratic conference in Tucson adjourned after naming a slate led by Charles Ward for governor and Charles Sb Ward for the top statewide ticket. Nominations include Lyman for Supreme Court long term, Ross for Chief Justice, Kirby for secretary of state, Ramsey for state auditor, Hubbs for state treasurer, Murphy for attorney general, Boehringer for superintendent, Betts for corporation commissioner, Howe for tax commissioner, and O Hagan for mine inspector. Bryan spoke to the gathering as he moved toward Los Angeles.
Washington May 17 Chairman Lasker announced a commission led by Vice President Love will depart for Germany next week to study port facilities. The inquiry will focus on the day to day agreements with North German Lloyd and their impact on American ship operators.
Notre Dame pitcher Paul Castner threw a no run no hit game against Purdue in Lafayette Indiana to lead the Irish to a 4 0 victory. The win improves Notre Dame s record and keeps their hopes alive in the season.
Norfolk Nebraska May 17 Sheriff Meenan smuggled Walter Simmons in a trunk to Gregory South Dakota after crowds gathered at Spencer Anoka and Fairfax while en route to Butte. Simmons is linked to the murder of Paul an automobile dealer found dumped near Bristow. He denies involvement and claims Paul arranged liquor meeting with two men.
Four persons are dead and three unaccounted for after a gas explosion sparked a fire at El Tajo mine near Rosario Sinaloa. Two workers are badly burned and pumps may be too late to prevent flooding as crews search the lower levels. The Bradbury interests of Los Angeles own the mine.
The motor ship Ozmo en route from San Francisco to Kuskowin river Alaska was picked up by the tug Fearless with engine disabled and hull flooded after striking rocks near Port Orford Oregon in dense fog. Eighteen men including the captain were taken off by the Fearless and the steamer Willamette which arrived at the scene.
At a national convention in Washington chamber of commerce leaders discuss European affairs and future abroad prospects. Notable speakers emphasize economic and diplomatic concerns shaping global markets and U.S. policy signals.
At the Chamber of Commerce convention in Washington leaders predict a near term world business upswing after German reparations settle. Figures including A C Bedford and Francis H Sissons argue Russia must regain private property norms and US bankers should back a European conference on inter national credits. Harding to speak tomorrow as discussions focus on funding and credit, with trade paralysis cited due to political instability.
New York banker Frank A. Vanderlip said a Genoa conference was more of a clinic than a conference and exposed Europe’s diseases but performed no surgical operation. He warned about France’s stance, Russia’s economic significance, and potential German unrest unless strong statesmanship prevails.
Our Washington Information Bureau offers a free 82 page booklet from the Portland Cement Association detailing 21 home concrete improvements. It explains mixing, material proportions, form building, pouring, and curing. Request by filling the coupon and sending two cents for postage.
Frederic J. Hasken director requests two cents in stamps for return postage on a free copy of the Concrete Booklet. The note includes a placeholder address line with Name Street City State.
John Bakkers of Chicago expects to open a wholesale drug business in Las Vegas New Mexico in early summer. He is currently based in Chicago in the drug trade. Mrs Bakkers and Mrs Edwin Miese of Chicago are awaiting his arrival.
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