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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1920
Page
1
State Department takes steps to locate two U S citizens reportedly kidnaped in Mexico amid tensions with Villa era forces. Officials confirm investigation and possible diplomatic actions.
Washington reports investigation ordered by the state department into the kidnapping of two Americans in Mexico. The American consul at Chihuahua is to determine if Villa forces or other actors orchestrated the abduction as leverage against mining firms. One captive identified as Homer Carr, a mining engineer for American Smelting and Refining. the other's identity unclear.
In Tucson on May 26 Judge William K. Sawtelle held Juan Loner and Luisa Valdez not guilty of larceny on an Indian reservation. The court found they acted under tribal orders after a dispute over cows awarded as damages for a wife's elopement, upholding tribal jurisdiction.
Washington wire reports a nationwide housing shortage fueling unrest. Real estate dealers and builders urge tax exemption for interest on $49,960 of real estate mortgages to spur construction and prevent rent hikes.
Kenver Cala reports a brief forecast for May 26 noting mild Thursday and Friday with fir weather warnings in extreme south areas of New Mexico and partial sun and unsettled conditions across Arizona.
A damaged OCR entry records twenty four hour weather data ending 6 p m yesterday with scattered figures for temperature humidity and wind. Specific values are unreadable leaving an incomplete daily report.
Washington May 28 Democratic opposition formed around President Wilsons demand for authority to accept a mandate over Armenia. Senator Hitchcock and Republican critics questioned the move, House Foreign Affairs Committee postponed, others predicted quick action or laying the measure on the table. The president seeks troop cost and quantities of forces tied to the mandate proposal.
Boston May 26 J Wes ton Allen attorney general of Massachusetts filed in the supreme court a bill in equity seeking to pause ongoing suits and require pleadings. He asks the court to declare the First Church a public charitable trust and to establish the governing board authority over salaries trustees vacancies and what literature is published to promote Christian Science. An order of notice returns July 1.
In Chicago May 26 the labor board heard that railroad employers are not opposed to wage boosts for about two million workers, though they argue some demands are unjustified. E. T. Whiter, chairman of the roads' committee, said increases could total around 1.0 billion dollars, with railways seeking reliable, efficient service in return. Railroads oppose blanket raises and insist regional differences require tailored payments, and rebuttals by workers begin tomorrow.
Confirmation comes from Elkton Maryland that Seth Gould daughter of George Jay Gould wed Carroll J. Wainwright both of New York. A telegram says the couple married and the family expresses surprise and says no party was planned.
A youth believed to be a burglar active in Sioux City for three months was captured by Mrs. Frank B.E. Mossman, wife of the Morningside College president, in her bed. The 20 year old intruder surrendered after she commanded him to raise his hands, though she had no weapon. Police were alerted by his friends.
An ex vice president of the United States is named in a will that disposes of an estate valued at about 10 million dollars. The document was executed earlier and modified, with the death of Mr Morton reported at his home near Poughkeepsie New York at age 34.
General Lazaro Cardenas orders Herrera to go to Mexico City this afternoon to relay news of Carranza's death. The dispatch notes Herrera will travel with Alvaro Obregon and Radalfa Herrera present in the capital.
New York May 26 The American Woolen Company of New York and Massachusetts and William M. Wood charged in a 14 count federal indictment with profiting from woolen cloth at unjust prices. Probes show profits averaging 35 percent above cost, though Wood claims 12.5 percent. other counts cite specific overcharges from January 1920. He asserts no ground for charges of excessive pricing.
The Vermont GOP state convention urged Governor Clement to call a special session to ratify the eighteenth amendment. Major General Wood, seeking the GOP nomination, urged support for woman suffrage as a check on politics. The convention criticized President Wilson over the Versailles treaty negotiations.
The Senate approved the 440 million sundry civil appropriation bill and sent it to conference. Amendments authorize publishing government documents by Congress, extendions until June 20, 1821, fund internal revenue for liquor enforcement, and cover pay for war workers who resign or are dismissed. It also extends the Interstate Commerce Commission revolving fund to fifteen years and allocates 225,090 for the federal employment service including 25,000 for wheat harvest mobilization.
Charlies Graham manager of the San Francisco Club in the Pacific Coast league was suspended for three days and fined 56 by league president William H. McCarthy after protesting a decision by umpire Fason in a Sunday morning game against Portland in San Francisco.
The Journal laments railroad resistance to sharing victims data from the Belen wreck and urges fair, timely press access to wreck information. Officials are urged to adopt a just policy toward newspapers and the public, avoiding undue suppression of news while seeking courteous treatment.
Proctor opened his purse and donated generously to the Wood campaign. A Cincinnati manufacturer admitted advancing $500000 to support pre convention work for the General.
Col William Cooper Procter testifies to a senate committee that he advanced about 500000 to Major General Leonard Wood's national organization for his Ohio campaign. He says most other sources would not equal that amount and notes widespread spending in dozens of states.
Victor F. Lawson publisher of the Chicago Daily News released 140 tons of news print to distribute to smaller newspapers facing suspension without supplies. Western manager C Fearing of International Paper said large publishers freeing tonnage helped save many papers.
Pope and Arthur Yeung depart from California for Yellowstone Park to hunt bears with bows and arrows. Pope, secretary of the Hin 6 Academy of Reference, is an archery expert and will carry automatic pistols for emergencies.
Washington May 26 Conferees on the rivers and harbors bill failed to reach a settlement today and decided to report a disagreement to their respective houses.
A federal grand jury in Pittsburgh returned indictments against five men formerly employed by railroads at New Castle Pa charging they violated the Lever Act by conspiring to limit facilities for transporting commodities.
The senate today reconsidered its action in passing the Nolan-Johnson $32 day minimum wage bill applying to government employes and, on motion of Senator Thomas of Colorado, rescinded the passage. In OsKaloosa Iowa Johnny Meyer defeated Paul Prehn to defend his middleweight wrestling title, winning two falls to none.
Dr Linton Pелexner director of the Rockefeller Institute will represent the United States at the League of Red Cross Societies medical advisory board meeting in Geneva on July 5 the American Red Cross reports.
In Sacramento California on May 26 thieves ransacked the cellar at the Van Phinney home in an exclusive district and stole a large quantity of liquor. A barrel of whisky escaped detection as Van Phinney stored it in his bedroom for safekeeping.
Sir Thomas Lipton's challenger for the America's Cup, Shamrock TV, was launched at City Island at high tide. The vessel was towed to Robert Jacob's yards, where she has been since last November.
London dated report states Russian recognition of Lithuania's full independence after Peace delegations in Moscow reached an accord. In a separate dispatch Moore troops are being sent to Tre'and to counter ongoing property destruction and related motions.
Washington May 26 Senator Johnson in reply to a board questionnaire pledged support for every plank in the National Board of Farm Organizations platform He urged cooperative action between consumers and producers and backed regulating packers opposing curb to free speech and reopening the railroad question if rail service is poor after trial.
Senator Smoot of Utah accused the federal trade commission of using its Utah Idaho Sugar Company inquiry to hurt his re election prospects. Acting chairman Houston Thomp soem and attorney Henry Ward Peer delivered denials. A message from George F. Sanders of Salt Lake City warned Smoot his seat would be threatened if the probe continued, but the commission reiterated no political motive.
New York May 26 Raymond M. Wilson a war broker testified before a legislative commission investigating sugar profiteering predicting sugar would rise to 27 or 28 cents a pound within forty eight hours This followed George H Finlays disclosure that over a quarter of a billion dollars has been loaned by American banks to Cuban concerns to aid sugar.
Fall of Juarez marked the signal for the First Chief to depart the capital as recorded in a dramatic recount. The Ho companion narrates the perilous exit and the warning that followed the border city’s collapse.
El Paso report details Carranza and staff fleeing Mexico City on May 7 with eighteen cars and twenty-two engines. Rebels attacked rear trains near Rinconada and Apizaco, capturing two. battles raged as 600 Obregonistas opposed the convoy.
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