Threat to blow up U S Embassy sparks protests
Ambassador Wilson protests further anti American demonstrations as threats to blow up the U S Embassy draw renewed attention to security and diplomatic tensions.
13 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1913
Page
1
Ambassador Wilson protests further anti American demonstrations as threats to blow up the U S Embassy draw renewed attention to security and diplomatic tensions.
Anonymous letter threatens to blow up the U S embassy in Mexico City as anti American sentiment rises. Ambassador Wilson protests Mexican inaction while 30,000 workers seek military instruction and women teachers offer to enlist. Authorities deny the demonstration and police orders aim to prevent protests. In Chicago tennis experts contest the Illinois Lawn Tennis Association state championship at Wanderers Parkside.
By Associated Press New York July 12 Supreme Court Justice Goff denied Charles Becker's application for a new trial in the Herman Rosenthal murder case. Becker's only hope now lies in appeal to higher courts or a possible pardon.
A woman known as Mrs. Michael Kennedy of Leadville filed suit in district court against the Stratton estate trustees claiming she is the widow of Winfield S. Stratton who died in 1902 and demanding half the estate. The complaint says they married in Texas in 1874 and were spouses at his death.
Secretary Houston issued a quarantine on cattle in parts of Texas Oklahoma Montana Nebraska Wyoming and Colorado due to scabies. Several districts in South Dakota New Mexico Montana and Nebraska where the disease has been stamped out are released from the prior quarantine.
In Texico New Mexico on July 12 John Flashes and M R Coxie were killed instantly when their car overturned at high speed after hitting a deep hole. Peter Skidmore was fatally injured as Hughes and Coxie were crushed under the vehicle.
Prime Minister Titus Maiorescu challenged King Charles with an imperative to fight or abdicate. The king approved mobilization, shoring up Romanian defense as crowds gathered outside the palace. The premier reminded the monarch he began his reign as a pauper and had since become wealthy amid political tension.
A.S. Stinnett announced at a Fair mass meeting that the Panhandle State Fair charter is being pursued for Amarillo this year beginning October 4. Stock totaling $11,800 has been subscribed with more in sight, and plans for a regional drive and a Plainview liaison are set as a delegate group forms to push the campaign.
The Hawaiian Bar Association protests the appointment of Claude Ball of Missouri as attorney general of the Islands because he is a non resident. Local officials in Honolulu noted Ball is from Missouri and questioned his eligibility for the post.
Students in Mexico City plan a demonstration under police protection as authorities guard the event. The protest aims to advocate for reforms while officials emphasize public safety and crowd control measures.
In Mexico City July 12 Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson protested to the foreign minister against further anti American demonstrations. He warned that any American injured would prompt embassy action for reparations and noted Americans are leaving for Vera Cruz as tensions rise. He is in frequent contact with Washington.
In Lüneberg Hanover a mausoleum in the old town hall houses a pig's remains and a costly lass structure. A marble slab inscription honors the animal for discovering the salt sprites of Lüneberg and earning imperishable glory.
Washington reports ten months ending April show Philippine imports rising mainly from American exports, lowering Insular customs receipts. Wheat flour and Southern cotton cloths led gains while U S imports valued at about 20.0 million dollars, up from 16.5 million the prior year.exports also climbed by roughly 2.5 million dollars versus the previous year.
The Senate lobby committee held the star witness Martin Mulhall while the House sought to compel his participation. To ensure safety he was allowed to leave town over Sunday as talks continued about borrowing him when not with Senators. Mulhall testified about work for the National Association of Manufacturers into late 1906.
Plainview Texas July 2. Ben Sanford the newly appointed postmaster for Plainview receives his commission on Tuesday and assumed charge of the office Wednesday afternoon.
Charles G Gates son of John W Gates leaves Minneapolis by special train amid rumors of fleeing his father in law. He denies a whipping and says he will use his fortune to spend freely, claiming five million a year for good.
Colonel Alexander O Brodie senior army officer ends active service today after a career spanning First Cavalry Rough Riders governor of Arizona and later adjutant general duties in the western department. He began in the Cavalry after West Point class of 17 and served in Cuba before roles in Arizona, the record and prison office, and the Philippines.
Denver and Rio Grande announces fiscal year earnings surpass all previous years, with gross profits more than doubling the prior year. Officials credit operations and services along the rails for the surge.
Cloudy and hot conditions noted in Dallas and Houston with high temperatures around 98 to 97 degrees. Abilene and Amarillo forecast clear and hot with lower humidity, while Wichita Falls and Galveston show clear skies or hot conditions. Texas towns like San Antonio, Texarkana, Longview report partial cloudiness and warm air.
The Washington forecast notes likely sunny to partly cloudy skies for Sunday and Monday with light winds. Temperatures are expected to rise through the weekend, with highs near the mid 80s and cooler evenings. Local forecast offices advise travelers to stay hydrated and watch for heat conditions.
Secretary Lane signs amendments to aid landowners and streamline loan access. The action aims to support entrymen and improve agricultural credit availability.
Secretary Lane approved amendments to reclamation regulations to help entrymen and landowners secure loans for farm improvements. After water right applications are filed, mortgages may file notice of their interest with the local land office and project manager, and will receive notification of any default on water charges to protect security.
Ground broken for the Grant Border brick building in Plainview Texas on Pacific Street. When finished it will house J B Bonner and be one of the state’s best equipped show houses. W T McRae is contractor. In Brussels Europe outdoor pageants surge as a 400th anniversary tournament celebration of 1513 in Tournai is planned with historic cavalier sports. Attendants include Margaret of Austria and Charles V.
The Belfast Orangemen held their annual Boyne battle anniversary amid tightened security to prevent disturbances as Ulster mood runs high over Home Rule. Armed police and extra patrols were deployed to avert rioting during the Orange day observance.
Governor Cotonit Valay completed the general appropriation proposal totaling 13.277 million dollars for the coming extra session. The bill relies on department estimates and bond earnings and marks an increase over the Thirty-second legislature by about 16.1 million.
BALT LAKE CITY Utah July 12 The National Education Association today selected St. Paul as the convention city for 114th.
Charles R. Heike, secretary of the sugar trust, who was convicted in 1910 of smuggling frauds by the American Sugar Refining Company and sentenced to eight months and $8000, died after Taft granted clemency. Worry over jail reportedly contributed to his death from heart trouble and complications.
In Alabama a likely straight duel for the Senate nomination pits Capt. Hobson against Joseph Johnston. Johnston, the veteran incumbent, has strong Confederate credentials and a long career, while Hobson touts naval policy, education, and anti corruption pledges as he campaigns across the state toward the 1915 primary.
July 12 dispatches from Constantinople report King Constantine of Greece vow vengeance to terrify Bulgarian forces and deter further outrages. The note dampens hopes Russia would mediate. Bulgaria may lose territory. Romania seeks larger gains as Turkey aligns with Greece and Serbia and orders a Turkish army advance.
London reports Prince John aged eight, youngest son of the king, receives official birthday honors. Bells rang at Windsor and at the Tower of London, with a 21-gun salute marking the occasion.
RENCEBERG Ind July 1 9 F t Moran’s Confederate comrades join W Kilgour to hold a Blue Re, Union reunion at his large home tomorrow celebrating the fifty ninth anniversary of the war era. Local families invited for entertainment.
July 12 reports Anae Peary, a young athlete from Los Angeles, delivering an impressive total score of four hundred. The record notes athletic prowess and a strong performance, highlighting the rising star.
An elderly farmer faced trial on a pair of murders amid a tense courtroom scene. Officers testified as the defendant, linked to a deadly dispute, entered a plea while evidence from prior confrontations was reviewed. A strong defense contended the suspect acted under duress in a volatile confrontation.
Destitute Americans in Mexico face limited transportation and interior attrition as they await passage to leave the country. An Amnsular agent at Toro works to move riders and provide shelter amid scarce resources and rough conditions near Mexico City.
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