13 Oct 1913
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1913
Page
1
A WWI era account describes a Volturno disaster where a survivor details a marine crisis. The captain and officers stood firm showing unusual bravery, while several crew members behaved poorly under duress.
Forty of one hundred thirty six who perished drowned when frail craft were swamped in the mountainous disaster.
Wireless reports detail the Carmania’s swift救援 off Queenstown and Fishguard. Captain Parr’s crew and the international rescue squadron aided lifeboat evacs. Survivor Walter Trintepolh describes the blaze, sea chaos, and struggle to reach safety. about 136 lives may remain missing.
Eyewitness accounts describe chaos as fire and explosions engulfed the Volturno. Survivors tell of lifeboat failures, crew prioritizing themselves, and captains directing salvage efforts while passengers and children struggle to stay afloat. The Carmania arrives to aid as total known losses approach 1868 with dozens saved or missing.
President Wilson stated he did not favor a congressional recess to speed the currency bill. He urged continuous consideration, citing upcoming elections and the need for steady progress. Democratic leaders face opposition from some who want a November recess while the Senate committee debates a bill acceptable to all.
Reports from Laeheer O wine, Mealoo City, describe General Alvirez killed in ambush near Torreon as 4 000 rebels led by Francisco Villa cut off his force. Only three survived to flee with Alvirez’s body taken to Torreon and displayed publicly.
An unknown source reports possible increase of parcel post weight from 100 to 190 pounds. Officials say higher limits would improve efficiency and delivery reach for food and other items, with department heads considering the change as soon as feasible.
The Weather Bureau predicts brisk fall weather with generally fair skies nationwide. Temperatures will run near or below normal and precipitation will be light overall, with frequent rains focused in the north Pacific states as a disturbance nears the West midweek and crosses the Midwest later.
Rebels in Vaso Tem and nearby areas have taken copper trolley wires from the Parral Santa Barbara electric railway and are coining the metal into two cent pieces. W W Stewart, manager of the line, reports the disruption as wires are confiscated and operations suspended after the rebel action.
El Yass Tex October 2 Federal troops patrolled Juarez districts to prevent possible demonstration after Huerta’s actions in Mexico City. Authorities reported no manifestation by citizens against the government.
Albany New York December 12 verdict in the impending impeachment trial of Governor Sulzer is not expected before Tuesday. Court will reconvene at 2 30 pm to decide on ballot rules and to rule on constitutional objections raised by Sulzer’s counsel. Rumors said Senator Palmer may seek to reopen testimony. Palmer denied this, and Sulzer refused all visitors.
General Porfirio Diaz, former president of Mexico, studied today’s dispatches about the arrest of Ute deputies in the capital. He would offer no comment for publication and plans to depart for Paris, but now expects to remain until the end of October.
In Mexico City amid Huerta’s coup deputies face arrest and custody while discussions about the army’s loyalties intensify. Minister Aldape says detained deputies will not be released, elections proceed in October, and governors report tranquil conditions with limited street unrest.
Official notices say calm in Mexico City masks disaffection among federal troops over unpaid wages. U S authorities weigh recognition of the new powers in Mexico and assess whether Terreon’s fall resulted from mutiny or constitutionalist strategy, noting a depressing impact on General Huerta’s army.
Arthur Temple, staff writer for a New York magazine, was released in Piedras Negras Mexico after arrest on charges of printing seditious statements. Consul Blocker helped secure release. condition was departure from Mexico and silence. Federal garrison moved south to meet advancing rebels near Piedras Negras amid depopulation.
Washington dispatches report about ninety Mexican deputies still under arrest following the Mesigon affair. Earlier 110 were cited as arrested with unconfirmed releases, and Manuel Garza Aldape notes none freed. Diaz’s allies among the imprisoned deputies may influence leniency upon his return.
Secretly at State Bryan and Mere Bryan left hurriedly for Washington this morning. The Mexican situation demanded his immediate presence at the capital and he could not delay.
The gasoline schooner Nera from St Michael with Herbert Guisier and others aboard wrecked on Simrock beach. four bodies recovered. Princess also wrecked at Cape Prince of Wales with Charles Green and Martin Bramble presumed drowned. Seawolf reports Elsueno total loss at Kalooch Bay with Captain Alex Allen and T McIntyre among the dead. Seawell sighted Marie wreck at Cape Prince of Wales and logged another unknown vessel with a leaking hold, raising questions about Stefansson ships.
Reports from St Michael Alaska describe the Russian flagship Taimst and Waygatch returning from Vladivostok with news of a newly-discovered land north of Siberia. Commander Wilkitsky notes volcanic cliffs, scarce vegetation, numerous reindeer and polar bears, and a coastline blocked by sea ice, forcing retreat to the southeast coast.
Governor Hunt of Arizona and Governor Carbarnan of Sonora exchanged greetings at the border with an interpreter. A parade and band greeted the officials in Nogales, Sonora, as security watched for a potential assassination plot. Hunt described the meeting as a simple courtesy exchange, avoiding any recognition.
A meeting in Denver tomorrow will choose a successor to Thomas J. McCue as a national democratic committeeman from Colorado. Two candidates, Thomas Tynan the warden of the estate penitentiary and J T Barnett, are contending for the seat.
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