24 Oct 1913
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1913
Page
1
Rescuers labor in shifts of fifteen to brave deadly gas and flames as twenty three men are reported alive and bodies of entombed workers are found. state mine inspector recently praised the property, while cause remains undetermined and mining camp is stunned by the disaster.
Rescuers push deep into the Sigg Caronofine No. 2 mine after an explosion left 261 dead and 23 survivors. Officials report one alive miner was found unconscious, others recovered, and government investigators seek cause. Fire in nearby mine No. 3 spreads, no immediate danger to No. 2 beyond smoldering remains.
In Dawson New Mexico on October 23 hundreds of miners work through tunnels following a deadly explosion at Stag Canon Mine No 2. Rescue chief J G Roberts took charge as 38 bodies were recovered and gas and fire hinder further retrieval.
Governor McDonald reports New Mexico prepared to render aid for the Dawson mine disaster. State Mine Inspector Reese Heddow remains on site with Dawsen operations and Red Cross support may be drawn if needed. Mourning families and rescue efforts dominate the relief response.
The sudden mine explosion left a large death toll and a town in shock. Red Cross officials sought funds while Governor McDonald assured destitute families would be supported and funerals covered by the company. Rescue efforts continued through a chaotic night with workers navigating blocked tunnels and a temporary morgue set up in a former company store.
Provisional President Huerta issues a statement read to all diplomatic corps members outlining that Mexico's affairs should be managed by Mexicans. The vow underlines a nationalist approach amid ongoing political changes.
General Victoriano Huerta, provisional president, vows to use power to restore peace and fair elections. He praises U S institutions, argues Mexico has never had a democracy, and predicts future ballots will reflect the people’s will after years of struggle. Continued on Page Four.
Dawson N M December 23 1909 Thirty eight bodies of victims taken from the wrecked Star Canon mine up to midnight twenty eight have been identified listing Baldo Marcietto Pritz Bitko Bhulibarki James Lindsay Arthur English Walter Johnson Ivan Truilla Felix Garcia Ernest Montoya Thomas McLennon Frank Redick Frank Maddellaco Giacomo Pan Romer E Rimosi William Morgan Higin t Bacco Marcelino Romero G Bianchi Michael Angelo Gerorge Maricos Mesimier Ermote Alenandmi McDonald J Berry Rerog er Wietro Boar Charles Evans Guisseps Cilrafing V0 Calentine Ten unidentified
Washington notes Congress sits in session as emergencies loom. Authorities emphasize the dire Mexican situation affecting policy and national security.
Washington observes heightened tension over Britain's stance toward Mexico and Huerta as Mexico nears October elections. Officials fear growing foreign interference, while Secretary Bryan notes efforts to secure fair trials for Mexican leaders. The Times urges caution and cautions Washington against abrupt policy shifts.
London dated Oct 24 reports The Times statement that there is nothing to know about any unsatisfactory developments in Anglo American relations with regard to Mexico. The brief dispatch notes cautious language and seeks competent quarters for comment on evolving foreign policy matters.
Historical world mining disasters are cataloged with a growing death toll surpassing seven thousand across multiple eras. The record highlights repeated mine collapses and long lasting safety failures.
Eagle Pass Tex Oct 23 The order barring C Fisher an American from receiving messages was raised to allow contact with prisoner American Consul Blocker. Fisher was arrested for buying stolen cattle and the move aims to compel payment of market value.
Jesus Gongales the third of a band of gunmen to be tried for the murder of Candelario Ortiz deputy sheriff of Dimmitt County was found guilty and given life imprisonment Serrate and Gongales were sentenced to twenty five and six years respectively. Eight others are to be tried.
Dr James Douglas and his nephew Walter Douglas arrive in Dawson New Mexico after an explosion at mine No 2 killed 261 believed. James Douglas is president of Phelps Dodge Co and owner of Stag Canyon Fuel Co. They travel from Ponties, Aria, and will address workers at the site.
Senators Bristow Reed O Gorman and Hitchcock voice support for Vanderlip currency plan a government controlled central bank to issue money rediscount paper and manage reserves with a seven member board and a $106 million capital. Vanderlip shows bankers might accept it to avoid bankheld stock and regional bank control.
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