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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1914
Page
6
Delegates will press for a successor to Huerta with names such as Carhansa and Vela proposed as potential leaders. The discussion centers on who can command authority and restore stability amid ongoing political maneuvering.
Peace delegates from the Huerta government left Washington for Niagara Falls to join mediation talks on pacifying Mexico. The talks hinge on guarantees against property confiscation, protection from chaos, and a stable government with world recognition. Cabrera, Carranza ally but not trusted by Washington, is cited as a presidential-caliber figure viewed unfavorably by Huerta supporters.
Governor Ammons urged national help to resolve the Colorado coal strike as an interstate conflict. He noted the legislature's $1,000,000 for law and order, praised President Wilson's timely support, and warned that state militia could replace federal troops if forces withdraw. Union leaders warned of renewed trouble without federal presence.
Five men were rescued after drifting at sea for thirteen days following a perilous voyage. Details on their rescue, crew identities, and location are reported from the continuing coverage in Today’s Standard Page.
London reports the sudden death of John L. Griffiths America’s consul general at London from heart disease at his residence. Born October 7, 1885 in New York, he studied law at the State University of Town and was admitted to the bar in Indianapolis. He had recently suffered a minor illness but was thought convalescent. He previously served as consul at Liverpool in Texas.
Vienna May 12 reports the emperor’s condition worsened by cold and wet weather. Physicians seek a warmer southern resort to aid recovery as he remains under care.
Roanoke Va May 17 The funeral of William Henry Pulliam the first ass fireman of the battleship Utah who died from wounds at Vera Cruz was held at Pulaski Va today. Five thousand people attended the services. Among the floral tributes was one from President Wilson.
Washington May 17 debate in the senate on repeal of the tolls exemption clause of the Panama canal act nears an end. The house will take up three anti trust bills seen as the administration program while labor and agricultural unions press to exempt them from the Sherman act. President Wilson reportedly does not approve the exemption, but lawmakers push for it amid a broader adjournment discussion aiming for midsummer.
In a Fort Wingate letter to the El Paso Morning Times General Salvador Mercado, who led the federal army at Djinaga, supports General Velasco’s claim that Huerta’s government failed to provide proper field support. Mercado also accuses General Orozco Jr. of frequent drunkenness and defalcations.
In Vera Cruz on May 17 the Fourth Infantry nine defeated the Atlas an all star Mexican team in a four inning game four to zero. The stands were crowded with navy and army officers and many Americans amid tense memories of nearby sniper fire from rooftops.
A pleasure launch capsized on the Mississippi River near here, drowning five of nine aboard. The dead include Mrs Otto Justmann and her two children and two children of John C Buckholz. Survivors are Buckholz, his wife, one child, and Fred Webber, a Buckholz relative.
Winston Spencer Churchill first lord of the admiralty loops an aircraft over London on May 14 driven by Gustave Hamel, a telegraph aviator, looping the loop six times in a monoplane.
A Fairbanks cable reports Circle City almost wiped out by floods from Yukon ice breakup. Five feet of water surrounds the water works, the dock undermined, and the town danger of collapse. Indian village submerged. no casualties reported. damage estimated at 25000 dollars.
Special dispatch reports Chicago promoter John H. Garrett arrested in Pineville Kentucky on order of local police and to be returned to Peoria early in the week. He faces forgery charges on mortgages totaling $6,000 held by real estate man F R Dennis. Bank officials deny any connection to Garrett beyond Dennis being a client, while Meade cites forged checks alleged by Garrett as not the bank’s fault. Garrett allegedly sold multiple copies of the same mortgage, netting purportedly over $200,000 through western land schemes.
In Frankfurt on the Main May 17 Lieutenant Mueller died when his aircraft motor exploded near Pforzheim during the Prince Henry aviation competition. Lieutenant Walz survived with minor burns while Lieutenant Hidesen and a passenger were injured but not seriously. The start was witnessed at Darmstadt this morning. Eighteen military aviators and thirteen others took part initially.
In San Francisco May lines of the aerial ferry began service but Roy Francis, who started the second line, faced engine trouble in the Oakland estuary and had to land in the water. His craft was towed to Broadway landing in Oakland. Silas Christofferson completed one trip carrying a single passenger. Tomorrow Weldon Cook will operate the hydro aeroplane ferry.
Paris report confirms Mme Caillaux will be tried for homicide with premeditation for the shooting death of Gaston Calmettes of Le Figaro. The trial date has not yet been fixed.
Washington reports confirm General Funston that the San Francisco Bridge on the Interoceanic Railroad, 28 miles from Vera Cruz, has been destroyed. Naval aviators observed along the route. officials doubt Navarr ez commands the supposed 3,000 troops. Five Mexican snipers, initially thought South Americans, were said to be released by orders from Secretary Garrison.
Jefferson City May 17 The Wabash railway receiver reorganizes with a plan filed at the Missouri public service commission detailing a 10 million dollar reduction in capital and a $20 per share assessment. Preferred stockholders get new stock at par, common stockholders at $8 after surrendering old stock and paying the assessment. Unsecured claim holders receive ten percent.
May 17 dispatches describe the first clash between Tampico rebels and foreigners. Refugees of several nationalities were forced to obtain passports and depart on the German steamer Ypiranga after boarding. A Gov Cabellero aide allegedly insulted the German officer, who drew pistols but was calmed by the governor.
Rome May 17 the Han government seeks to test Gallo Ulivi, discoverer of the ultraviolet ray used to trigger explosives, by causing an explosion about thirteen miles away through hills in the Mediterranean. The test is arranged under fixed conditions and aims to demonstrate long distance initiation.
Two thousand feet of air time ends in tragedy as Lieutenants Wiegand and Feker die attempting a landing in a military aeroplane in Malperstaat Prussian Saxony. The craft capsized and plunged three thousand feet, causing instant death for both men.
Five crewmen perished from burns and exposure aboard the freighter Columbian after a May 3 blaze near Sable Island. Eleven others died before being thrown overboard as bodies. Fifteen lost, twenty-seven saved by Cunard liner Franconia and steamer Manhattan. Survivors endured days adrift on biscuits and a water cask, rescued by US revenue cutter Seneca off Nova Scotia. The Seneca headed to Halifax with the exhausted men, who were restrained by thirst and hunger and given stimulants on board.
Graphic reports from San Francisco detail the capture of Vera Cruz, imprisonment of United States Consul Clement S Edwards at Acapulco, and atrocities on the west coast of Mexico. Refugees aboard the British steamer nia arrive, describing Mexican fires on the Geneva and escape by small boats to the Cetriania amid gunfire.
Former president William Howard Taft spoke in New York on May 17 arguing mediation is an important step yet warned Americans may have to face war if Mexico remains unstable. He criticized Wilson policy, warned of revolution’s toll, and urged support for peace while noting potential U S military readiness to intervene if needed. He framed any war as serving mankind, not conquest, and urged prudence despite calls for action.
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