14 Oct 1912
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1912
Page
1
Rawlins Wyoming October reports confirm a major prison breakout at the state penitentiary as up to thirty inmates fled, sparking a gun battle with guards. One escaped leader Antone Pano was shot, two escapees were recaptured, and a chaotic manhunt spread through town with residents warned to defend property.
Morning Journal reports a prison mutiny at the Wyoming state penitentiary with hundreds of prisoners fighting guards while armed citizens encircle the walls. Reports say several killed or wounded. two convicts recaptured after a morning escape. Governor Carey urged to deploy state militia as Rawlins suffers a second violent day.
Reports detail a jailbreak at the penitentiary where guards were overpowered and weapons stolen. Warden Alston and couriers pursued leads as seven convicts armed with knives escaped. Notable figures include Frank Wigfall and Richardson, with several others named among the escapees.
An official statement from Governor Carey’s office details eight convicts escaping Rawlins prison in a running battle that left one convict dead and a citizen killed. Warden Alston was away. a cordon of armed citizens was authorized when needed. militia was ordered then stood down as conditions were assessed. Felix Alston, appointed by Governor Carey, faced questions over the penitentiary lynching and pardons board discussions.
In October 1912 a river rescue occurred as six sailors from the battleship Maine saved eleven people from drowning near the Rhode Island during a fleet visit. Ensign Butler of the Rhode Island drowned after stepping into the Hudson from a private launch. About 200000 sightseers toured ships. 1.5 million watched from shore as President Taft and Secretary of the Navy planned tomorrow’s review.
A naval tragedy mars the day preceding a grand naval review in American waters. Lieutenant Deneen, a young officer, perished while returning from a warship voyage as the fleet prepared for a landmark public demonstration.
Illinois governor declares fraud in delegation fight. names Roosevelt and Caler amid contested delegates. Thirty four delegates challenged as fraudulent. governor urges orderly process and credential review.
Weather bureau forecasts fair conditions in New Mexico while a tropical disturbance moves through the Gulf of Mexico. Unsettled rain likely in gulf and south Atlantic states early week, with a moderate disturbance bringing local precipitation in the west and midwest by midweek and to the eastern states by Friday.
Peking correspondent for Daily Telegraph says an independent London banking combine has offered to undertake reasonable Chinese Version schemes to any amount, indicating a potential cross border financial scheme.
President Taft and Mrs Taft departed Naushon island after a quiet Sunday with Governor General Forbes of the Philippines. They traveled by the Mayflower toward New York where the ship is expected to reach the Hudson by noon tomorrow. Taft plans to view the fleet assembled there.
Salem Mass October 13 three hundred fifty men eligible for duty summoned to report to Judge Quinn in the superior court. Trial of Joseph Etter Arturo Giovannitti and Joseph Caruso to resume. only four qualified as jurors from the previous venire of 350.
The Becker murder trial before Justice Goff may proceed to the jury without a defense. Melntyre indicated the state's case may not warrant a verdict if not strengthened. Rosenthal widow Mrs. Herman Rosenthal testifies as the principal witness, with threats reportedly targeting defense and prosecution witnesses.
Colonel Roosevelt suffers throat fatigue and will cancel planned speeches in Springfield Illinois. He will skip further appearances but proceed with the Milwaukee engagement and return to Chicago before traveling to Indianapolis. The condition is not serious, officials say.
Governor Hiram Johnson returns to the Midwest and plans a two day tour of Ohio starting in Springfield tomorrow afternoon. He reported a favorable reception in the eastern states and will remain overnight in Columbus.
Ottoman government seizes Greek ships Servian ammunition and Bulgarian railway cars as part of wartime mobilization amid rising clashes with Allied forces. The actions reflect broad strategic moves across the Balkans and surrounding regions as tensions escalate.
News reports from the Montegrin frontier describe Moslem defenders repelling invaders. The struggle intensifies as foreign forces press a desperate advance, with authorities enforcing steep levies on noncitizens amid the conflict.
Sofia dispatch reports Bulgarian forces advancing from Sunday with trains to the frontier every two hours. Christian soldiers reportedly deserting the Turkish army in large numbers, with Servian troops in position for a move next week. Italy Turkey talks progress toward peace settlement believed imminent.
Morning Journal notes a Turkish embargo on Greek ships and detention of Servian ammunition as a belligerent display aimed at provoking war. It reports expulsions of Bulgarian and Greek subjects, taxes levied on returning Greeks, seizures of cargoes, and consular protests as fighting spreads across Macedonia and along the Scutari region with Montenegrin and Turkish forces clashing near Gusinje Arena and Uliyana.
Bulgaria presents its reply to the Russo Austrian note to diplomatic representatives and sends a second note to Turkey. The government states it is intolerable to do nothing that would compromise its interests and seeks a balanced solution in cautious terms.
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