Mere Formality The First Step in Envoy Talks
Basia t and Lesmann mark courses tray call on the South American envoys as a formal opening step.
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1914
Page
1
Basia t and Lesmann mark courses tray call on the South American envoys as a formal opening step.
The first formal mediation step opened May 13 with Lucian Lamar and Frederick A. Lohmann and HM Farceval Judge representing the United States to discuss the Mexican question. The talks followed courtesy greetings from Counselor Lansing as officials planned informal sessions, while Huerta forces remain active on Mexico's west coast and Tampico air and rail routes stir debate over arms and shipping.
The Standard reports Sir Edward Grey and Sir Bernard suggest rejecting U.S. mediation in a cabinet discussion. A foreign affairs plan allegedly aims to reduce the risk of further bloodshed, with notes indicating limited usefulness of mediation.
Oklahoma City May 15 Southern Methodism debated the Apostles Creed. A report urged removing the phrase the Holy Catholic Church and replacing it with the Church of God. The vote by orders showed clergy, lay, and other delegates divided on the proposal.
Washington reports that Mexican federals, driven from Tampico, are retreating toward San Luis Potosi and Pechino, while rebels press heavy resistance in Tampico and aim to push toward Mexico City. Admiral Mayo notes heavy firing in the plaza and at the big guns as federal forces retreat along the railroad bridge to Monclova–San Luis Potosi.
In Cruz, May 1, after an all day clash, Huerta's forces withdrew as federal and constitutional troops clashed. Desperate fighting continued until noon. Rumors spread of a final assault and exodus began among foreigners and residents toward Tampico and the gulf coast. Federal posts remained, with Tampico reporting only light Federal presence along the line.
At the Golden court-martial Maj Patrick Hammock faces murder and related charges arising from the Ludlow clash on April 2. Two Colorado National Guard officers testified the battle started with strikers firing on guardsmen and that fire at the colony followed an explosion. They said orders directed dislodging strikers with a heavy fire but not to burn tents.
Torreon, May 1. In Saltillos and San Luis Potosi the chant to advance to Sakinto and Mexico City dominates streets, cafes, and stores. Mexicans fear prolonged embargo on arms, while Villa reports U.S. embargo will prolong the struggle. Armament drives fast. ammunition concentrates at Monterey. food remains ample. Cavalry horses receive top care as mounted infantry is stressed. troops march in rain and night with rugged discipline.
More than 209 American refugees arriving from the capital report widespread belief that anti American sentiment remains only temporarily quieted. Many witnessed minor signs of hostility while conditions persist. A few men wish to return to the capital to tend affairs after reuniting with family, though a definite military order blocks such travel.
Washington reports leaders warn rapid factional control in Tampico could threaten oil wells. Admiral Hananard notes skirmishes near Mazatlan, trains run Guadalajara to Mexico City, and refugee movements as Veracruz and Tampico hostilities rise. Battleship Wyoming sails for Vera Cruz with added sailors, while consular agent Payne notes all Americans left Tampico amid anti American demonstrations.
A crowd in Butte reports the Army of the Unemployed expanding from 19 to 146 members and seeks money and clothing. Colonel McLennan will order Weld Marshal Gongeon to lead the men toward Washington, with tents, blankets, shoes, shirts, potatoes, and meat requested to sustain the force until a Dakota town can house them. The group plans to travel by train on short notice, marching to their camp on Porphyry Street for the night after a tense street assembly.
In Des Moines a session of the American Federation of Musicians debated a resolution to form a theatrical syndicate by musicians. A committee to study the matter was appointed but the proposal was dropped after lengthy discussion, deemed too important to urge immediately.
Across the page a chaotic mix reports Tampico taken by rebels amid a broader regional unrest. Nearby track meet results in Missoula and Anaconda, with partial summaries from Migeonie and Philadelphia style ceremonies noted alongside scattered police funeral references.
Atlanta May 14 Seattle was selected as the 1915 meeting site of the Imperial Council of Shriners. Montana Shriners, led by Gunningham of Algeria Temple, backed Seattle, anticipating large eastern attendance and a northern route through Montana. Montana delegates expected about 40 Shriners to travel, with Butte and Helena temples sending strong delegations.
May 12 hundreds of thousands honored two Philadelphia sons at Vera Cruz memorials. Crowds lined routes as navy and military escorts moved past church bells tolled. Injuries reported as mourners pressed forward. funeral program lasted nearly an hour.
The University of Montana scored a decisive victory in a triangular meet against Agricultural College and School of Mines. Montana racked up 8 points in the mile and a 10 yard two mile race, Jim Brown set a state record in the 220 yard dash, and Craighead captured four weight events while Ingram and Steele set records for the agricultural college.
Linktad May 1 Firearms are outlawed in Los Animos and Stherland counties with a 5 PM peaceable surrender deadline. Colonel James Lockett orders confiscation of weapons in sight as federal troops man camps. Military reports pending. several hundred arms added to a 3000 total. Implications affect mines and strikebreaker imports as workers flee the district. Authorities in Washington to decide on further disarmament steps.
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