13 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1919
Page
1
Washington reports lawmakers push for an accelerated schedule on the German peace treaty. Leaders seek early hour convenings and uninterrupted debate to finish Shantung amendments and proceed to the treaty text vote by midweek.
In Wien, Texas, on October 14, three young women hired a service car driven by James J Nabham and robbed him after demanding money. They kissed him, forced him to look away, and escaped with $18.
Report from Berlin notes a daily loss of thirty five to forty horses with only a small fraction returned to owners. Thieves target teams and drivers leaving horses momentarily, then move the animals to hidden barns and far suburbs for slaughter and sale through illicit channels. A special police unit fights the trade but results remain scant.
Penver reports Monday and Tuesday mainly fair with warmer temperatures and unsettled east portions. Arizona expects generally warm conditions on Monday and Tuesday with a noted rise in temperatures.
Homer Lenoir Ferguson, a Naval Academy graduate and former president and general manager at Newport News shipyards, rose to lead the Chamber of Commerce of the United States after aiding in replacing ships sunk by U boats. He has served as a director for five years.
Washington reports President Wilson, aided by physicians, on the road to recovery though advised to remain away from office. Daily bulletins from Admiral Grayson note restful days and cautious optimism as White House officials address reports and public interest.
An explosion in Montevideo harbor destroyed the American steamer Mount Hood, a 2492 ton vessel that had sailed from Manila on May 7 and arrived September 26. The crew reportedly escaped unharmed as a tank car fire ignited on board.
Lieutenant Poulet Wlarte attempted the Paris Melbourne route this morning but dense fog forced an immediate return to the airdrome. The planned siege of kin plan was disrupted as the craft lifted and descended safely.
German government received a telegram from London via the Abendpost demanding recall of all ships from the Baltic and forbidding any departures as long as the prohibition lasts. The notice claims Allied powers have established a small blockade of Germany with threat of seizure of Baltic vessels.
The Vosische Zeitung reports no ships may leave Kiel as a blockade tightens. Stettin ship owners urge vessels at sea to return or seek port, while word of a Baltic blockade stirs Danvig with expected coal and herring cargoes arriving soon.
Helsingfors reports say Riga suffered considerable damage from German Russian bombardment, especially near the railway district. Enemy attempts to cross the bridge were repelled, and many civilians were killed or wounded by bombs dropped on the town.
Paris reports the allied powers condemn Germany for delaying troop withdrawal from the Baltic regions and Lithuania despite requests and remonstrances. The note notes October 11 German aims but asserts continued delay contradicts armistice obligations. Continued on Page Two.
Breach of unity in the Protestant Episcopal Church in America may follow further prayer book revision at the general convention. Virginia delegates resist revision while southern factions align against it, influencing other delegations. A nationwide campaign plans to raise up to 199 million dollars for expansion, Americanization, and religious education over the next three years, with funds allocated for clergy salaries and related programs.
Senators investigating the steel strike spent hours hearing witnesses in the U S court room. Strikers representatives argued civil authorities abused power to break the strike with testimony focused on Monessen and Donora incidents.
Morning reports reveal two men beaten to death with an iron bar in the Loop. Investigators tie the killings to a possible same assailant, naming Antonio Erto and Gansky as victims. A child, John Walsh, 6, was shot after a dispute over a drink price. Patrick Stapleton, 26, confessed to the Walsh killing.
Railways under federal control handle abnormal volumes of freight despite low traffic demands. Transportation facilities operate far below capacity while freight movement expands across lines, with many shipments crossing state borders and affecting logistics nationwide.
Washington October reports an increase of 52 456 cars in serviceable condition from August 16 to October 4 as railroads face high fall business. Director General Hines notes limited improvements due to uncertain railroad status while coal and grain transport receive focus. Over 11 million tons of bituminous coal move weekly with grain shipments to Galveston expanded to aid Texas storage, permits for wheat imports to Galveston rising to 100 daily.
The Pittsburgh District steel towns remained quiet entering the fourth week of the strike. Few meetings occurred and no activity at the union national headquarters. Companies expect more workers to report but strike leaders foresee no change. machinists delegates adjourned amid uniformed police presence.
Nine persons were injured in a series of motor accidents near Denver on Sunday morning. T Reilly, a Denver businessman, was injured when his car overturned at Cherry Creek where a bridge was washed out. his year-old daughter suffered a fractured skull and four other Reilly family members were injured.
Colonel House personal adviser to President Wilson arrives at New York aboard the Northern Pacific with his wife and physician after a year in Paris representing Wilson on the supreme council. He is said to be recovering from a light grippe and plans to resume work steadily amid mixed European conditions.
Ten Serbian girls arrive in New York to attend colleges in the United States. Miss Militsa Veljiteh stands out for beauty as reporters foresee reactions in co educational campuses amid the visiting group.
Washington October meeting set to hear five farmer representatives push for pay tied to hours worked. Farmers argue for eight hours plus longer days, while labor groups seek arbitration in the steel strike with potential mediation by the United States Steel Corp. Delegates foresee a separate national farming conference after the current industrial conference ends.
Washington October 12 Officials emphasize that figures from the fourteenth decennial census will not determine property tax values. Director Bam II Rogers notes confusion over taxation links and explains legal safeguards against disclosure. enumeration begins January 2 1920 with rapid city counts and slower rural results anticipated.
The Knights of Columbus mark Columbus Day with Mass at the Cathedral and a noon parade from the Cathedral through the Plaza to the National Guard Armory led by the Santa Fe band. Over 700 men in uniform attend. A three day bazaar opens tomorrow evening at the Armory to support the club house fund.
The king queen and grown prince of Belgium attend Mass in an ancient church scene described as inspiring. Friars await receipt of their Majesties as the service unfolds in Midion.
King Albert Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Brabant attend mass at Santa Barbara Spanish mission. Monks, canopy, and a royal procession mark the visit inside the 133 year old church. Queen Elizabeth becomes the first woman in nineteen years to enter the garden walls. King plants a cypress and orange tree. royal party viewed at Miramar beach and Mountain Ridge excursions.
Judge Dallow, attorney for the Hawaiian Sugar Planters Association, denies Senator Smoot's claim that Hawaii's next sugar crop was sold to Japanese interests. He says the entire crop has been sold to two California refineries, refined on the Pacific coast, and distributed to American consumers, with no plans to sell to Japan.
Three westbound flyers at Salduro Utah about 100 miles west of Salt Lake City prepare to depart for San Francisco. Lieut L B Webster Capt J O Donaldson and Lieut Alexander Pearson Jr lead the field by about 100 miles with a fourth aviator eager to close the gap. Ed M Manselman landed at Bueno West field after dark Saturday two miles from a nearby official landing place.
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