22 May 1918
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1918
Page
1
A school teacher on trial for murder claims the husband of the slain woman is responsible for the affair. The courtroom read aloud a letter tying the couple’s alleged relationship to the crime.
The defendant is to take the witness stand today to detail her relations with a doctor. The courtroom focus centers on alleged improper conduct and the business ties surrounding the case.
Grace Tusk will take the witness stand in Waukesha Wisconsin to detail her relations with Dr. David Roberts as defense attorneys seek to portray her as not pursuing ruin of the marriage. Prosecutors had presented evidence before the defense rested and read letters found in Miss Lusk’s desk.
Denver May 1 The forecast calls for generally fair conditions in New Mexico on Wednesday with cooler temperatures in the northeast portion Thursday remains fair.
A concise weather summary shows a high of 77 and a low of 41 degrees with a 26 degree range. Winds were light and variable under clear skies through the 6 PM hour.
Allied forces on the western front deliver punishing artillery responses to German bombardment. Reports describe heavy fire, persistent fighting, and determined German resistance amid ongoing battles.
In Europe the Entente forces repelled German offensives from the North Sea to the Swiss frontier. French near Locre and Australians at Amiens made gains while the French led raiding near Lassigny. An Athens report says Turkish troops in Asia Minor mutinied and a relief force deserted after being sent to quell the disturbances.
Senator Smith of Michigan labeled Mexico a hot bed of anarchy where American citizens are oppressed and enemies fund turmoil. He warned that contraband messages are intercepted, while Senator Thomas of Colorado noted government officials also monitor wireless messages from Mexico.
Representative Mardin of Texas presented Colonel Dawson a turkey gobbler that sold for 16000 dollars at an Austin auction. The gift was described as a patriotic gesture with a light remark about the bird gobbling for Woodrow Wilson while alive and after taxidermy.
Aviation Cadet Eugene Penn was killed this afternoon at Fossia while flying at about 1,200 yards when the propeller broke. His mother, Mrs Rae Penn, lives in Austin Texas. Cadet Penn's funeral is set for tomorrow.
A historical report reveals details of I. W. W. plots and undercover operations. The article outlines organizers, locations, and aims uncovered during investigations, highlighting key figures and events from the movement.
A report outlines German funded Irish plots for insurrection linked to sabotage in the United States and California. It details letters from Lambert of Sacramento and W W W members, the role of German money, and efforts to influence pardons and government actions amid a broad spy network.
Wisconsin Senator La Follette defended Paul Opeegh against Minnesota Public Safety Commission charges that his St Paul speech was disloyal. The hearing before the Senate committee concluded the claims were baseless while outlining sections praised as patriotic and within his rights.
New York May 21 British pictorial service released a British ministry of information card showing 90 percent of combats involve British aircraft over German lines The message calls such air superiority exceptional and notes German regimental commanders of senior rank have been killed in action in the ongoing clashes over France
In Lowell Massachusetts a bag containing valued diamonds worth 190 200 was stolen from under a table where John Karliner a salesman sat. Police report say the diamonds were property of Yamkaner Newittey and Platt importers New York.
A wealthy farmer north of Spencer Iowa was tarred and feathered by about fifty farmers after being taken from his farm to Spencer jail. The attack followed a dispute over Liberty Funds or a Red Crow pledge and occurred as a crowd expressed threats against him.
Convicted murderer Mooney loses final state court review of his case. Governor Stephens approves or denies clemency actions are not detailed. The ruling ends his bid for post conviction relief in California.
Condemned man Thomas J. Mooney's lawyers announce plans for a long legal fight to save his life after the California state courts denied his coram nobis petition. If needed, they will appeal to the California Supreme Court and then the U S Supreme Court, with Governor Stephens to act on a pending pardon request.
Gilbert Kee of New York, former law partner of Renato La Follette, urged the Senate committee investigating the Wisconsin senator's St Paul speech to dismiss disloyalty charges. He argued petitions from St Paul citizens do not create action and La Follette was within his rights in the speech.
Acting Secretary of the Navy Roosevelt reports that offensive operations against German submarines are producing good results. He cautions the submarine threat remains, but the outlook is hopeful despite continued menace.
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