31 May 1912
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1912
Page
1
News from Chihuahua states General Campa has cut supplies to the Federal rear and driven them from their positions leaving the area deserted on all sides.
Reports from Juarez to Chihuahua indicate General Huerta’s federal troops face supply risks as Campa and Argumedo threaten from near Torreon. Destruction of bridges and water tanks hampers rail links, with Santa Rosalia bridge mismanaged and costly. Up to 1500 rebels may cut communications and threaten rear guards, while water for locomotives remains scarce. One train each direction may run tomorrow.
In El Paso three Mexican women, one with a baby, were arrested on charges of smuggling 3000 rounds of ammunition to rebels across the Rio Grande. The seizure follows frequent U S actions against border arms traffic, with hidden loads found in wagons and automobiles. Emissaries from Mexico City are reported to be en route, while peace talks involving General Ortega and Mexican congressmen were discussed at Juarez headquarters.
Americans report robbery and eviction from properties in southern Sinaloa. Manager Musick and four others arriving from Caneha last night describe the danger as they made their way on a handcar.
Rebels led by Tirado and Canedo raided the Concho and Quimichis ranches forcing eviction of American managers and colonists. They seized horses arms and supplies and demanded 5 000 pounds. Tecuala and Acaponeto were looted as rebels advance control of countryside and threaten further tax collections.
Roosevelt followers lodge 177 claims for adjustment as Taft forces present 27 irregularities in a tense party dispute. The article outlines competing challenges and the effort to resolve contestables before the roll call.
The Morning Journal reports that 204 Republican convention contests are filed. Roosevelt forces lead with 177 contests, Taft 27, including many in Texas and surrounding states. Taft and Roosevelt each hold six instructed delegates in Texas, with 28 contested.
The US army transport Buford docked in Los Angeles with 224 refugees on board after a voyage from Topolobampo and San Diego. Among passengers are Dr. EB Dueber of Mazatlan and missionary returnees. aid groups met arrivals and reported widespread demoralization and brigandage along the coast. The ship sails on to San Francisco with 164 refugees aboard, 41 having left at San Diego.
Jesus Maytorena son of Sonora Governor Maytorena was ambushed and killed by Yaqui Indians last Sunday while hiding near La Mesa Plantation. The Yaquis fled into the mountains, according to a report received in Tucson.
Mexico City May 30 President Madero denied reports that Torreon or Lerdo had fallen to rebels and said he had spoken with Torreon all day confirming there was no such foundation.
Washington May 30 The implied Orozco threat to relax discipline and permit followers to loot foreign property or attack Americans will not shift U S policy toward the revolutionists. Officials say if Orozco crosses into U S soil he or his officers will be arrested and surrendered to Mexico under usual procedures. The warning reinforces Tafts advice for Americans to withdraw from dangerous areas under revolutions.
Roosevelt 3 percent Taft 2 percent Uninstructed 66 percent. Junius Will Look After Taft Interests Washington May 80 The Taft campaign eyes Ty Hilles secretary to Mr Taft as likely for Republican National Committee chair if renominated. Hilles to leave Washington June 1st before seating of disputed defences.
About 6,000 votes were cast in the Democratic state presidential preferential primary. Clark won 40 percent of the total while Wilson polled only a few hundred. Eugene Brady O'Neil carried Maricopa and Yuma counties but was defeated by Reese M. Linge in the north with an overwhelming majority.
John R. Cunningham former president of the First National Bank of Rocky Ford was arrested by Deputy U S Marshal Tom Clark on a charge of making a false report to the U S Comptroller. He allegedly claimed overdrafts of 8525 on February 20 1912 while 59457 were due.
Denver leaders of progressive Republicans call a state progressive convention at the Brown Palace on June 5 to elect a protesting delegation to the Chicago Republican convention. They fault the state party for oligarchic control and for not reflecting Republican sentiment. Signers include Alison Stocker Daniel M. Sullivan and Merle Vincent among others.
A heavy wind and rain storm swept northwestern Colorado this afternoon injuring interior furnishings in Oak Creek and damaging a bank office. Telephone poles were blown down and trees uprooted, and the roof of a newly completed hotel at Oak Creek was torn off.
President Roosevelt delivers memorial oration from the Mound site where Union batteries stood fifty years ago. He recalls the Civil War clash and honors soldiers who fought at Gettysburg. The address underscores national unity and democratic endurance amid lingering wartime memory.
Colonel Roosevelt urged veterans and citizens to resist imperialist temptations and avoid dictatorship while commemorating Civil War soldiers at Gettysburg. He warned that talk of empire would threaten democracy and urged the public to stay vigilant as he returned to New York after the event.
Colorado marked Memorial Day with services in towns across the state. In Denver veterans from Civil War to Spanish American conflicts led parades alongside the National Guard and labor groups, while wreaths were placed at graves. Memorials and new park dedications occurred in Breckenridge Trinidad Fort Morgan and Loveland.
Chicago observed a wide parade along Michigan Avenue and Jackson Boulevard with thousands attending under clear skies. Many visited cemeteries to place flowers, honoring the nation’s Civil War dead.
Crowds filled Lincoln Park for Memorial Day with St. Garden’s memorial banked high with tributes. About two thousand veterans led by Boy Scouts marched over two hours past, followed by thousands of families and 4500 scouts in khaki with wooden guns. In New York rain interrupted ceremonies with ten thousand veterans, led by Major Joseph Wheeler, escorting US regulars to the Soldiers and Sailors’ monument on Riverside Drive.
Rumor circulates that a Three Rivers statesman may travel to Santa Fe to lead a campaign and secure a senator’s seat. The report hints at a swift political shift as key figures maneuver to influence the race.
In Santa Fe May 36 delegates work through Decoration Day as rumors swirl over the New Mexico delegation to Chicago. Speaker Baca and Rep Andrews maneuver to influence the U S Senate race while Roosevelt trusted supporters aim to keep the delegation united and delay action until adjournment.
A Me afield racing accident at The Meadows during Turpin’s first flight injures a man and a child fatally and harms fifteen others. George Quinby, 25, of Galesburg, dies after propeller severed his face. Raymond Chapman, 10, suffers a fractured skull. Turpin survives with minor injuries. coroner orders inquest while spectators are treated.
Washington May 80 Colonel Henry Moore Baker of Concord New Hampshire executor of the estate of the late Mrs Mary Baker G Eddy and a former member of Congress died at George Washington hospital after a two week illness He was born in 1841 at Bow New Hampshire and never married He had practiced law in New Hampshire.
Phillip Petrie, 92, a Cripple Creek pioneer who came to Colorado in 1860, died early this morning. He is survived by two daughters, 91 grandchildren, and 22 great grandchildren.
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