Thaws Assistant Laments Plight in Quebec Jail
A reported case notes THAWS ASSISTANT, also called Gentleman Roger Thompson, jailed in Quebec. The article conveys his plea for help and outlines appeals for assistance and potential remedies.
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1913
Page
1
A reported case notes THAWS ASSISTANT, also called Gentleman Roger Thompson, jailed in Quebec. The article conveys his plea for help and outlines appeals for assistance and potential remedies.
Roger Thompson the New York chauffeur held under Canada migration law says he may reveal Thaw escape details if the Thaw family does not aid him. He admits using the alias Mitchell Thompson and says he drove the black car that ferried Stanford White's slayer from Matteawan. He appeals for funds and insists the Thaws should protect him as lawyers prepare for a habeas corpus hearing for Thaw.
Calumet Michigan August 22 The Western Federation of Miners plans a long strike in the copper district with preparations to move 500 to 1000 children to homes in Marquette county. John Mitchell of the American Federation of Labor will visit for a major demonstration tomorrow as the state military board prepares a strike situation report for Governor Ferris. Walter B Palmer a federal labor department investigator has paused efforts to unite strikers and operators while investigations continue.
Striking members of Butte local No. 65 Electrical Workers return to work after withdrawing their demands following a harmonious meeting led by Eugene E. Smith of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Smith cited laws protecting multi local districts and warned chaos would ensue if uncoordinated strikes continued. The district council and local 65 confirmed the end of arbitration and pledged future action under proper procedures. Delegates from the United States and Canada will attend the Intermountain district council convention in Denver September 9 and the international biennial in Denver September 15.
Washington reports stubborn GOP opposition to free raw wool and tariff cuts in the democratic wool schedule. Sen Warren Wyoming and Sen Penrose Pennsylvania spoke six hours opposing the plan while Sen La Follette Wisconsin offered a 15 percent ad valorem first grade raw wool substitute. Debate continues with possible vote pushed to next week.
Indianapolis report says Mrs Hazel Stewart and Elroy Gross, fearing their clandestine meetings would be found by her husband, mixed poison and died in Frank Pritchard's home. Pritchard found them asleep, then dead. Gross hailed from Franklin, Ind. James Stewart knew nothing of their acquaintance.
Pola Aug 22 Admiral Count von Wellenberg of the Austrian navy died today from injuries suffered yesterday when a breech block burst during a gun test.
Governor Major released 22 convicts from the state penitentiary who were employed on roads this week. Each day worked earned the offender 15 days off the sentence, and 30 days were shaved for those completing road labor. In total 78 convicts on the roads will receive similar commutations.
In Seattle a morgue tonight identified three women among the wreck victims of the State of California. Miss May Dixon, Miss Minette E. Harlan, and Miss Lillias Norman were soon claimed by relatives. The Northwestern brought 15 survivors from Juneau earlier, while 40 crew members arrived on the Jefferson. The steamer sank after a brief jam, passengers largely fled to lifeboats as the ship disappeared.
In today's Standard Page the lead item notes President Huerta appearing more reasonable amid Thaw's companion's difficulties. It highlights demands of electrical workers with drawn issues and mentions the ongoing tariff hold due to the Wool schedule. Caminetti seeks acquittal as bodies of women are identified in related reports.
Edward Hayes of Buffalo, timekeeper for Madera Lumber, was killed by Mexican federals under Francisco Cordovo when they took the town last week. An American negro who tried to stop the theft of company horses was also slain.
Washington reports Huerta may rethink rejection of U S proposals to restore peace in Mexico and open talks with the United States before Tuesday. The administration faces a potential crisis from Mexico’s finances and a mutinous army, while U S insistence on Huerta’s resignation or withdrawal from the race remains. President Wilson studies notes from Lind and Huerta as he weighs his message. European pressure and cordial U S relations with Huerta officials influence the scene as officials await any word from Mexico City.
El Paso reports a special treasury permit allowed exporting 40 000 rounds of ammunition and 400 rifles to Juarez for the Mexican federal garrison. The sale forms part of a larger purchase of 400 000 cartridges and rifles. Local dealers transact in cash with home deliveries left at back doors and buyer pickup. Collector Sharpe said the export permit arrived by mail from Washington.
Washington Aug 22. Secretary Bryan warns Huerta and constitutionalist leaders at La Bouquilla Mexico that the United States will hold those claiming authority personally responsible for violence against Americans. He sent the warning through Consul Letcher at Chihuahua City and seeks an answer. The telegram responds to Senator Penrose's request to protect S C Hulse Fuller and other Americans at the Mexico Power and Irrigation plant. Courier to check status of all foreigners at La Bouquilla.
Mexico City dispatch reports Deputy Bordes Mangel was shot dead by federal soldiers in a capital suburb. The ex‑Madero ally faced sedition charges after an ongoing inquiry. Newspapers say Mangel attacked soldiers with stones prompting self defense firing. authorities describe him as possibly insane.
Washington dispatches report Senator Penrose asking Wilson to deploy U S troops in Mexico to protect American lives and property. El Independente notes it is Penrose personal view and not reflecting U S sentiment or patriotism.
Washington reports five Mexican bandits were executed for killing a German national near Mexico City. A federal force captured and killed several of the slavers after the incident on Wednesday. Americans at Saltillo are safe, but railroad communication south remains uncertain.
London Aug 22 The Mexican legation reports a cable from Mexico denying an ultimatum to the United States. It says confidential negotiations are proceeding with mutual and full cordiality.
Swindlers are exploiting the parcel post collect feature by sending parcels with charges to collect. Recipients must refuse or pay, and most pay. A Seattle post office investigation has begun, after a woman refused a package that opened to reveal a one dollar receipted bill. Authorities suspect a past due debt and have referred the case to Washington with the sender's name.
Yosemite California August 22 Yosemite National Park will be opened to automobiles tomorrow under regulations agreed by government officials and representatives of automobile associations. Major Littebran superintendent received the order today.
New York Aug 22 Mayor Gaynor appears set to seek re election on an independent fusion ticket after Edward McCall accepted Tammany Hall designation and John Purroy Mitchel was picked for the fusionists. Louis Goodman of the East Side Gaynor association announced the plan following Gaynor’s public statement of willingness to run.
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