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The Colorado statesman., 1911-06-10
Commodore Would Not Recognize
Brother-ln-Law for Two Years BE-
cause the Latter Voted Against
Henry Clay for President.

In his later years, when he was un-
deniably the railroad king of America
few persons knew what was the poll
tics of Commodore Vanderbilt or
whether he had any at all. But In the
earlier part of his career. and espe-
cially when he was gaming ,ne
sobriquet of Commodore, through MS
work in building up the largest fleet
of river and coastwise vessels In the
world he left no opportunity for doubt
as to where he stood upon the po-
litical issues of the day. Then the
Commodore was a staunch Whig. he
was also an enthusiastic admirer oil
Henry Clay, and he was strong pro,
tectionist of the Henry Clay school
of protection.
On the other hand Samuel Barton,
who had been a boyhood playmate OF
the commodore's and had eventually
become the latter's brother-in-law and
The Colorado statesman., 1911-06-10
Politics of One Vanderbilt

intimate friend in adult life, was as
staunch a Democrat as there was to
be found in the east. He idolized An
drew Jackson, was a great admirer OF
Martin Van Buren, and stood firmly
by his Jeffersonian principles when
engaged in occasional political argu-
ments with the commodore.
In the early forties Mr. Barton re-
ceived the offer of the Democratic
nomination for congress In the dis
trict of which Staten Island, the birth
place and residence of both himself
and the commodore, constituted the
chief part. The commodore at that
time had greatly enlarged his steam
boat operations. In view of these
commercial enterprises, Mr.. Barton
sought his brother-in-law and said to
him:
"Cornel, the Democrats say that |
can be nominated for congress in our
district. If | am nominated am
pretty sure to be elected. | thought
would come and see you and ask you
what you think about it."
Wei, If you want to go to con-
gress. why don't you go?" replied the
commodore.
Then you wouldn't have any objec-
tions?" asked Mr.. Barton.
81 don't care whether you go to
congress or not retorted the COM
modore 81 won't give you any sup
port. because you are a Democrat. but
won't oppose you"
Thus satisfied that the commodore
was Indifferent to his election to con-
gress, Mr.. Barton accepted the nomi-
nation and was elected. Two years
later there came the great presiden-
tial campaign in which Henry Clay
was the candidate of the Wings and
James K. Polk of the Democrats.
Commodore Vanderbilt was intensely
interested in the campaign. He was
sure that Henry Clay would be elect
ed and he used all the influence he
had to bring support to the Clay
ticket.
After the election. and while he was
still feeling deeply the defeat of his
political idol. the commodore learned
that his brother-in-law had voted for
the Democratic candidate. At their
first meeting thereafter the commo-
dore's pent up wrath broke forth. $50
you voted against Henry Clay" he
cried. We'll, when you voted against
Henry Clay you voted against me. l
don't want to have anything more to
do with you"
With those few words the interview
ended. For little over two years
- lr
to or in any way recognize his broth
er-in-law. Then he became as inu-
mate as ever with him; and from that
day until his death no man ever knew
the commodore to permit his political
opinions to influence his personal con-
duct.
copyright. 1911, by e. ]. Edwards. All
Rights Reserved)
The Colorado statesman., 1911-06-10
Gar to Make Long Trip.

The threat that he would never visit
Denmark as long as King Christian
lived. made years ago by the czar OF
Russia. is recalled by the news that
he has made. plans for an extensive
European journey which will include
the country which King Christians
death made free to him. The trip
will be the longest he has ever taken
in Europe and will carry him through
Finland, Scandinavia. including the
cities of Copenhagen. Christiania and
Stockholm. and thence to Berlin to
visit the German emperor and to Italy.
The date for the czar's departure on
the tour has not been fixed, but 1t
will probably be this month.
The Colorado statesman., 1911-06-10
Clear Enough.

.I am willing to admit. sir. that
may possibly be wrong"
Then it is evident that you have
found out that you are not right"
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
STATEWIDE BOOSTING WILL
BE INAtGIKATED TODAY.

Today at tho city OF Mountainair,
n. NJ. the little town with the big
nerve win occur tho inception of one
OF tho most important movements ever
begun In New Mexico, In the form of
the first annual New Mexico Develop
ment Conference.
Since the idea first originated in
the fertile brain ol secretary IL. Il.
Henins OF tho New Mexico Bureau Of
Immigration it has enlisted the en-
thuslastic support OF every section OF
the territory.
Experts along every line of import
ance to Now Mexico's agricultural de-
volopmont have como from far and
near to make addresses to the confer
once and assist in the organization of
the statewide boosting movement and
as consequence thero will be fully
as much interest as in many OF the
big interstate western gatherings held
In furthorancc Of the development Of
the vests great resources. Prof w.
NJ. Jardine of Kansas the eminent dry
farming expert and agronomist, arriv-
od in the city yesterday and boarded
the train last night for Mountainair as
did Norris ii. Reed, adept in state ad-
vertising. and in charge Of the adver-
tising campaign OF the Santa Fe rail
way system, one OF the most RESPONSE
bio positions Of the kind in the coun-
try. Governor Mills and party arrived
from Santa Fo last night with other
delegates from the north onroute 10
the meeting and many will come up
this morning from the southern coun-
ties and from eastern and southeast
ern New Mexico TO Join in the process
sion to the mountain top President
&. l.. Brooks and Secretary Hening OF
the Immigration Bureau. Prof, j. u.
Tinsley. agricultural demonstrator for
the Santa Fe in New Mexico. Territori-
~ Engineer Charles u. Miller and
large number OF prominent Albuqucr
que business men last night filled
thrco special Pullman cars parked at
tho station at O'Clock to go out on
tho regular train early this morning.
All indications are that the gather
ing viii include the leaders in all
lines cf New Mexico resources dc
velopment and that the result Of its
deliberations viii be of the utmost
moment to the future Of the new state.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
NEA[TH .CH|CAG0
MAN MURDERED
BY SON
Demand for Money Refused,
Unnatural Youth Shoots
Down Parent; Makes Full
Confession to Police,
TBy Morning journal Special Leased Wire.

rBy Morning journal Special Leased Wire
Chicago, Aug. 4.--Joseph Nacek
Jr.. seventeen years Old, tonight con-
fcssed that he shot and killed his
father. wealthy contractor. early to-
day and then sought to blacken the
memory OF the dead man by means of
BLACK hand" note pinned to the
clothing of the corpse. tie Is said 10
have slain his father after demand
for money and after the older Vacek
had reprimanded him for not work
Ing.
The fathers body was found IN ms
room shortly after noon.
The body WIS found by the victim
widow, who notified the police. Mter
a brief investigation Of the black hand
theory the police suspected that the
murder had been committed by some
member of the family and the wac"
and two daughters were questioned
Suspicion finally attached to the boy
when II was learned that he had left
the house early in the morning ana
could not be found. When he return
ed shortly after o'clock tonight ne
was arrested.
After several hours of cross-ques-
tioning. the boy confessed to the nur-
de".
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05

committeeman from New Mexico. and
summers Burkhart secretary of the
New Mexico democratic central COM
mittee, vino have been here for sew
eral days, are working diligently to
have the blue ballot provision of the
Flood resolution retained in the Mel
son substitute. The blue ballot pro-
v ca oil the Flood resolution pro-
V1des that the people of New Mexico
shal vote on the proposed amendment
TO their constitution on a separate
ballot from that which contains the
names of their candidates for congress
and state offices. The house commit
tee provided that this ballot should be
blue in color and should only be Civ
en- to such voters as demanded IL.
The majority report Of the senate
committee on the territories provide,
that this ballot should be rendered
all voters whether they demanded il
Or not. The Nelson substitute makes
no provision for vote on any fea,
lures of the New Mexico constitution.
combining itself entirely TO the elimi-
nation o. the Judiciary recall in
Arizona.
There is little interest among the
senators concerning the speeches to be
delivered on the statehood question.
This afternoon when Senator Hepburn
began his address In opposition 10 the
recall but two members of tho senate
were present. The poln, of no
quorum was made. Tho roll was
called and n quorum failed TO mater
ialize and the senate adjourned. Mr..
Hepburn will continue his speech to-
morrow while Senator Jonathan
Bourne Will make speech in favor of
the recall and progressive ideas gen
orally.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
PLAN TO OVERCOME
,PRES|DEN
D|SAPPR0VAL
lAF0LLETTE TALKS IT
OVER WITH UNDERWOOD
Democratic and lnSurgent
Leaders Seek Wool Tariff
Revision Compromise That
VIII Prove Veto Proof.

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Washington. Aug. 4,-Democratic
leaders in the house of representa-
tivos believe tonight they have enough
votes to pass the wool tariff revision
over President Taft's veto. if ncccs.
sarY.
Mr. Underwood, democratic leader
of the house. and Senator LaFollette.
insurgent republican. as a sub-cimmit.
tee. spent two hours today discussing
two bills out of which it is hoped to
form d compromise woolen tariff
measure to send to the president
we have reached no basis of
agreements, said Mr.. Underwood to-
night. but | have confidence that a
bill will be finally agreed upon. SEN
ator LaFollette explained his bill to
me, and ! explained our bill to him;
but 1--WE undertook no definite settle-
ment Of the differences"
Tle free list bill which has been sent
by both houses to the same confer
ence committee as that handling the
wool bill is to be considered at the
while separate reports would he
brought in. both bills undoubtedly
would be discussed together. This
gives the house democrats additional
trading stock in negotiating for
compromise on the measure.
The cotton tariff revision bill. pass
ed by the house late yesterday was
sent to the senate finance committee
today by n resolution OF the senate
which requires a report on the meas
ure by August 10.
Senator Penrose. chairman, has call
cd meeting Of the finance commit
tee for 1890 o'clock tomorrow morn
ing and when the senate convenes to-
morrow Mr.. Penrose probably will re-
port the bill back with an adverse re-
port.
The house committee on ways and
means has already begun work on the
iron and steel tariff, which Is the
schedule on which william J. Bryan
attacked Mr.. Underwood and on
which Mr.. Underwood replied with the
unanimous support of the house dem
ocrats. Tho committee has taken no
affirmative action toward preparing
new tariff rates, but Chairman I'm
derwood has put experts to work com
Milling data
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
CHEERS GREET LITTLE
ADMIRAL IN WASIJNGTOv

Washington. Aug. Admiral
Togo and his party reached the ma
tional capital at 9,25 o'clock tonight,
Owing 10 an inccssant drizzlo OF rain.
the crowd which greeted the Japan
csc naval hero was small. but he was
enthusiastically chccrcd as he passed
through Union station to a waiting
automobile.
President TAFT had sent one OF the
White house automobiles and Admiral
Togo went Immediately to tho hotel
and retired for the night.
Major Archibald Butt and Lieutcn-
ant Commander Palmer. military and
naval aides to tho president met the
distinguished Japanese at the station,
Lieutenant Commander Palmer for
mally welcoming the visitor and his
party on behalf Of the president. Adj
miral Togo spoke his acknowledge
ment briefly through an Interpreter
and left the train. escorted by Major
Butt and Lieutenant Commander
Palmer
Admiral Togo raised his hat re-
peatedly in response to tho cheers OF
the crowd.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
RIGHT ON THE EDGE OF 1T
THINKS ALBUQUERQUE MAN
Especial Dispatch TO the Morning Journsl1

Washington. u. c.. Aug. 4.--Presi-
dent Simon Stern Of the Albuquerque
Commercial club said today to the
Morning Journal correspondent:
At an interview with President
Taft this morning at which Delegate
Andrews was present, the president
stated in most emphatic terms that he
would not sign the statehood bill un-
less Arizona eliminates the recall pro
vision from her constitution insofar as
il applies to the judiciary.
when asked by Mr.. Andrews as to
whether or not he was in favor of the
resubmission of the amendment
clause in tho New Mexico constitution,
Mr.. Tart replied that 1t would not
matter in the least as far as he was
concerned. I have seen number of
senator's and congressman. including
Senator's William Alden Smith and
Congressman Flood. There Is no
doubt in my mind that II Arizona Is
willing to take the rocall provision
out Of her constitution and New MeXi-
co 10 vote again on the amendment
clause, STATEHOOD Is ASSURED
WITHIN a WEEK. II appears To me
that no loyal citizen Of Arizona or
New Mexico can afford TO do other
wise than support this measure which,
in my opinion. is the only ono which
can be passed at this time"
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
SENATOR'S NOT INTERESTED
IN STATEHOOD ORATOItY

Washington, Aug, Anew Mexico
and Arizona received little attention
in the senate today though the state
hood bill was the unfinished business
and will be voted on Monday.
Senator Hepburn of Idaho. who op-
posed the initiative. referendum and
recall provision of the Arizona consti-
ion, made the single speech on the
vtn. Senator Bourne, OF oregon,
Borah of Idalo and Root of New
York. are scheduled to speak tomor-
row on various features of the ques-
tion. The bill now before the SEN
ate provides that before admission,
votes shall be taken on the respective
territories to make the New Mexico
constitution easier of amendment and
to eliminate thesprovision for the re-
call of judges from the constitution
OF Arizona.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
MAOERO ARRA|GNS
f0L[OWE RS FOR
LACK Of FAITH
DISCOUNTED BAND
SENT AWAY CHEERING
Leader of Revolution Stands
Pat on Dismissal Of Cabinet
Officer and Demands Support
for Provisional President.
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Thuacan. Puebla Mex. Aug. -
Francisco l. Madero today was assured
ny committee from the capital that
they would support him and that all
should do so
Madero supporters, disgruntled be.
cause he had failed to save Emilio
Nasquez Gomez, and because he an.
seared too friendly with General
Bernardo Reyes, both now candidates,
had sent the committee to subject Ma
defo TO the direct test of questions
and answers.
The committee included delega.
ton from the palace and another rep
resenting the men who had fought In
the revolution. This delegation was
headed by General Candido Navarro.
DO you recognize only the new
party YOU have formed ," was the sub
stance of the first question.
In effect, Madoro assured them that
he did explaining that there was no
further need tor q club. styling itself
.anti-re-electionist whose sphere was
merely local.
''Do You propose to bar General
Reyes absolutely from all public SER
vice." was asked.
He refused to bind himself b. any
pledges.
The committee then wanted to
know If it were true that Madero had
brought about the dismissal of Minis
ter Nasquez and If so. would he bring
about his restoration.
Madero assured them that he had
not done so. lie told them that Vas.
uuez during the days of the revolu-
tion had done things of which he did
not approve, but that because Of
friendship, he overlooked them. add
ing that the same attitude toward a
president demanded such treatment "a
he had received, He told them Presi-
dent dc La Barra had been placed
In office by the revolution and that
all should support him instead of criti-
cising him.
Employing words that hurt, Madero
arraigned the committee and those
who sent them for their lack of faith
In the president. To the delegation
representing the army once he COM
mandcd. he said they. as military men,
had no right to meddlc In politics.
The committee had come with the
idea Of bearing to the capital re-
port that would eliminate Madero an
q dangerous political rival of Nasquez
They left declaring their intention OF
him with increased vigor
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
Three Special Cars Garry Albu-
Querque Delegation to Gath
ering at Mountainair Chau-
tauQua,
GOVERNOR AND PARTY
HERE ON WAY TO SCENE
Dry Farming Expert From Kan
saS and Others Also in City
Yesterday; Big Crowd Will
Attend.
PROGRAM

PROGRAM.
. NEW MEXICO RESOURCES
. DAY.
. Aug. ), 1911, Mountainair. y. NJ, ,
. 3 a. m.--Conference called to or
der by Hon. G.. l.. Brooks, OF I
albuquerque. president of the
. New Mexico Bureau Of Immi-
grafton.
. Opening address BY Governor
. William J. Mills OF New Mex I
. leo.
. Business OF the conference. cleo
ton of officers, etc.
. Address" New Mexico's Need
. for Intelligent Advertising"
. by Norris II, Reed OF Chicago. I
. advertising expert Of the Santa I
. Fc railroad. -
. Discussion by members Of the
conference.
. Address---"Irrigation Resources
. of New Mexico" by Hon. c. p.
. Miller. state irrigation en-
. ginecr.
. Discussion by members OF the
conference.
. / y. Luncheon TO members
. of the conference. served by
. the ladies of Mountainair.
. ? p. m--AddresA-" The Model 4
. Ten-Acre Farm in New Mexico"
. by Dr. W, h.. Garrison, prosi-
. don't New Mexico Agricultural =
college.
. Discussion by members OF the
. conference.
. $3.50 y. observation-disclosures
. tupity and Dry Farming in
. New Mexico" By Prof. W. NJ.
. Jardine. state Hortieulturist
. OF Kansas.
Organization New MeNico sec
. ton International Dry Farm
. ing Congress. conducted by OIL
ficers of the international
congress.
. NGcting New Mexico Advisory
Board 10 National Irrigation
congress.
. i;3o p.nn--Drive through sur
. rounding country for members
. or the conference.
. 1870 p. m.--Jllustrated lecture
. THE Magic OF the Pump" by
Hon. Ralph c. Ely Demlng.
. n. NJ.
. Sis p. m.--lllustratcd lecture
THE Fruit Lands Of New Mex
. ico." by Hon. Alex McPher-
, son OF Roswell, former State
. iIorticulturlst Of Idaho.
= q q . q q Q 3 Q 3 3 3 3
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
STEEL TRUST CHILD
Of HIS OWN BRAIN
SAYS SCHWAb
ORGANIZED TO DEVELOP
INDUSTRY IN COUNTRY
Former President, Now a Com
petitOr Declares Cooperation
Is Legal Organization and
Not Formed for Monopoly

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New York, Aug. Charles NJ.
Sehwab now a competitor of the
United States steel corporation. todty
revealed that corporttun before
the house committee OF inquiry as the
child of his own brain. reared hy j.
fterpont Morgan. with the acquiesc-
epce since regretted. of Andrew car
negic.
Mr. schwah pictured the steel COZ
pofauon as q legal organization not
formed TO curtail output restrict
competition or maintain prices but TO
develop the steel industry of America.
Aside from recltins the inside history
OF tho origin of the steel corporation
he gave the committee much informa-
uon relating to the traffic matters.
ore properties and steel manufaetur-
era.
The witness denied that the recent
Brussels conference OF steel manu-
facturers of the world had anything
to do with fixing prices.
II want TO assure you. hc said,
that at no time was the question of
price or division OF business territory
ever mentioned. We were there to
tell the exact truth. II seems TO me,
to have a good time"
Representative Sterling ol Illinois,
led Mr., Schwab into a general discuss
sion of the tariff on steel particular.
" as to the relations of the business
in this country and Germany.
The real purpose of the tariff on
steel" Mr., Sterling suggested. lis to
protect YOU in the home market. You
say you can manufacture rails as
cheaply In Germany and YOU stlll have
the advantage In that they must
transport to our market"
"los, but Germany can nov trans
port to our Pacific coast for less than
Wa can ship from pittsburg to the
coast" said Mr.. SChwab.
II do not want 10 argue the tariff"
be continued, but | cannot for the
life of mo see any disadvantage to
America from liberal protection. II
seems To me TO be mistake to have
the tariff so low that a foreign COM
petltor can even reach our Pacific
coast. That Is not the practice of
Germany. France Anstrin or Italy,
or Of any country except England"
s2S ton and still make some profit
couldn't you?" Mr.. Beal asked.
."Oh. yes" was Mr.. Schwah's re-
ply, "but | think S2S a ton Is too low
As a matter Of fact since | have been
president of the bethlehem steel com
pany we have never sold rails for less
than $40. We have sold them as nigh
as S55 a ton.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
SUIT INVOLVES HONOR
OF ROOSEVELT REGIME

Washington, Aug IA suit for
100000 was filed here today In the
district supreme court By General j.
Floyd King. former member OF con
gross from Louisiana. against d. H.
Perrin Of Williams. Ari2. II Is said
that new light viii be shed through
the suit on the actions 81 the ltoosc-
welt administration regarding rescr-
vation Of band in the san francisco
mountains for iorest'
Attorney ", Z. Fcnnoll. who tilcd
the suir 0scribcs gross frauds to mem
bors of the Roosevelt administration
whose names he refuses to diVulgC.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1911-08-05
COVE RNMENT FILES
SUIT AGAINST
SIX ROADS
Coal Carriers in Ohio Charged
With Combination in Re-
Straint Of Tradei Mining
Companies Also involved,
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fBy Morning Journal special Leased Wire
Columbus. o., Aug i--Sult was
filed by the United tSates government
to the federal court here today against
six railroad companies ana three coal
mining concerns, charging combl-
nation in restraint ut trade and asking
that the combination be enjoined
from continuing business.
The government charges that The
Hooking VALLEY railroads ownership
of the capital stock of the Toledo ana
OHIO Central the Kenawhn and Mich
igan and the GAINESVILLE and western
roads and lts connection with me
mining concerns named has crushed
competition,
The defendant companies are
Lake shore ana Michigan Southern
railroad. Chesapeake ana ONO rnl-
road, Hooking valley railroad. Toledo
and Ohio Central railroad, kenawhh
ana Michigan railroad, GAINESVILLE and
Western railroad. sunday Creek Coal
company. Continental Conl company,
Kenawha and ITocltiue Coal ana Coke
company.