18 Oct 1912
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1912
Page
1
Gomez Robelo asserts that rebel chiefs seek new concerted action to alter government, naming the downfall of Madero as central to their aims. The statement frames a coordinated effort among rebel leaders to effect political change.
A federal spokesman says no leader should be pushed for the presidency until the object of rebellion is accomplished. The statement reflects sympathy for a new program amid ongoing political tensions and aims to avoid premature political maneuvers.
Mexico City reports the land line between Paso del Macho in Vera Cruz and Veracruz city was severed this afternoon. Wires say gunboats under Commodore Asuetta, a federal commander, are back in control and preparing for action. Consulates protest. Only passenger boat Monterey remains in harbor and its sailing is delayed to allow noncombatants to escape.
In a border report Robelo, a representative of Orozco and others, claims united action by northern revolutions led by Orozco and Diaz with Vera Cruz movements. He cites letters and a Vera Cruz plan, says federals avoid fighting rebels, and warns of broad popular support for change while Juarez remains quiet and rail lines face risk.
Officials here grew alarmed over imminent danger to Americans in Vera Cruz Mexico. Navy Secretary Beckman Winthrop ordered the cruiser Des Moines to return to Vera Cruz with full authority to protect Americans as the city remains precariously held amid reports of federals attempting recapture. Des Moines with 274 sailors and new marines had moved from Vera Cruz to Progreso and back toward Vera Cruz to safeguard U S interests.
Introduction of a bill in the Mexican Chamber of Deputies demands the immediate resignation of the cabinet. The measure underscores growing political pressure and seeks a swift leadership change amid ongoing governance concerns.
In Mobile Alabama Detachment 17 mobilized to head off filibusters carrying ammunition toward Vera Cruz. The WiHora prepared to sail at a moment's notice from gul points to intercept any convoy attempting to reach the area.
Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson said Vera Cruz’s capture by General Felix Diaz marks a new factor in the Mexican revolutionary situation with Diaz's strong prestige in the army and among the public. He noted previous leaders lacked decisive leadership.
A train load of Morelos troops reached Mexico City to assist General Beltran against General Felix Diaz. The Morelos legislature protested government weakness and pressed for reinforcements amid rising Zapatista activity. The government plans to crush Diaz, with security measures and traffic suspensions at Vera Cruz.
Manuel Mascarenas provisional governor of Sonora Mexico was released from Los Angeles city jail after being held since last Monday under the name Ramon Soto. Officials said no neutrality violation charge exists and friends had sought a writ of habeas corpus. He had crossed from Douglas near the Arizona line with a rebel group prior to Agua Prieta surrender.
Monterey Mexico October 17 reports from a reliable source say Mexican gunboats Brave and Morelos seized by General Felix Diaz at Vera Cruz sailed today for Tampico with intent to seize the port Tampico hosts a large American colony General Toron? commander of the military zone expresses confidence in federal troops loyalty at Tampico Stubborn resistance is expected if Diaz forces attack
A warrant was sworn for Mrs. Katherine Felkers of Seattle after a telegram forged in her name to the Nevada state prison warden led to Llewellyn Felkers being captured at his sister Mabel Pelkers’s doorstep. The case involves clairvoyant Mabel Pelkers and her sister-in-law.
Boston author Tom Lawson, known for Frenzied Finance, testifies before the Clapp Committee recounting ten dramatic Tory stories. He alleges a Wall Street conspiracy to block nominations, outlining alleged schemes and key players.
A Washington inquiry into campaign money links focuses on editor Frank A. Munsey and financier Thomas W. Lawson. Lawson describes a Wall Street driven plot to influence the 1912 election while Munsey defends publicity limits on political donations and recalls Roosevelt era spending.
Witness describes financing a 1060,000 independent ad push for Coleone fooswe velt in hope of GOP nomination and election. He cites 500,000 to 700,000 from Standard Oil for Alton B. Parker in 1964, learned partly from H W Roger of Standard Oil. He admits vague knowledge and sometimes says he thinks he knows.
The Italian king issues a decree granting full amnesty to inhabitants of Tripoli and Cyrenaica for acts against Italians and enshrining religious liberty. A sultanate representative will be named, Islamic authorities keep ties with their chief, and Ottomans are represented in a commission to draft civil measures under Italian sovereignty.
Multnomah county grand jury returns indictments against a socialist committee for writing printing and circulating a pamphlet defaming Theodore Roosevelt during his Portland visit. Indicted are A O Erickson M J Fisher T W Ramsey M Koerner F W Hales A P Hats and J Worthen plus T J Burns and another unnamed man. Authorities warn a sharp fight over free speech rights as arrests proceed.
President Taft reappoints Walter F Frear as governor of Hawaii on Interior Secretary Fisher’s recommendation despite last spring’s charges raised by Hawaiian Delegate Kalanianaole. Fisher personally investigated the matter during a special trip to Hawaii.
Chairman Hilles of the Republican National Committee announces ends to political activity cessation is over for the committee. He stated the pause in campaigns ends in New York after the Roosevelt assassination attempt.
Democratic presidential nominee continues Delaware tour repeating rival's name in speech. He emphasizes policy contrasts and rallies supporters while noting the challenged political landscape ahead.
The speaker condemns the assault as atrocious while noting heavy reluctance in fulfilling engagements this week due to tragedy impacting events and public sentiment.
Police distributed through the crowd as Governor Wilson spoke in Wilmington Delaware after a local woman reported an Italian worker threatened to shoot the president like Roosevelt. Chief Black was notified but the man remains unfound.
Governor Woodrow Wilson toured Delaware asserting the Standpat dam will break and condemning violence against Roosevelt. He criticized the Republican record as drifting and urged clear reform, citing dangers to progress and the need for guided leadership.
Governor Wilson replies to Senator Beveridge’s Louisville questions via telegram, clarifying his stance on the issues raised during last night’s session. The communication confirms his quick answer to the Beveridge inquiry and outlines key points of policy.
Senator James A. Gorman grilled a Roosevelt supporter at Democratic headquarters about Governor Wilson and New Jersey corporation law enforcement. The exchange focused on why Standard Oil and American Tobacco were not prosecuted locally. Wilson telegram: Republicans blocked revision, so state officials could not prosecute treason to federal statutes.
William J. Bryan closes Indiana tour in Fort Wayne denouncing Roosevelt and Beveridge as not real progressives. He cites tardiness and close ties to plutocrats, arguing both leaders profit from reforms and fail to oppose despoilers.
L H Gray Sidney F Mott and Hullin Mott stockholders of Grand Dalles Orchard sue J B MacDougall George H Hough and J A McCormick alleging officers created Grand Dalles Land and Irrigation and shifted property worth 460000 from the old company. They seek rescission of assets a receiver or 400000 judgment if the deed back fails.
The national democratic committee announced that Saturday November 2 will be Woodrow Wilson day instead of October 31. Governor Wilson is to address a mass meeting at Madison Square Garden and telegraphic excerpts will be read at meetings nationwide.
Reports claim Greek forces seize early sea foothold while rival Bulgarians and Servian reinforcements stir anticipation of a Turkish attack. Authorities warn of intensified naval activity as regional tensions rise.
In Athens on October 18 Greece sent instructions to the minister at Constantinople to declare war on the Porte and sent greetings to allied states. Serbia was first to declare war last night, followed by Bulgaria in a similar move.
London reports war in the Balkans moving toward a land clash between Bulgaria and Turkey and a naval struggle with Greece. Turkeys attempts to borrow fail, Montenegro action hints at independent moves, and Greeks celebrate their first naval victory near Prevesa securing Epirus supplies.
Belgrade reports war against Turkey formally begun as the Servian government declares hostilities. Crowds paraded the streets in celebration after the declaration, with cheers and singing following the news.
Sofia dispatch reports Fer dinand traveling toward the front as Bulgarian forces begin hostilities at Onor amid ongoing tensions. The movement signals rising involvement in the regional conflict and potential escalation in the theater.
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