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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1913
Page
5
A garbled obituary fragment mentions General Huerta in his eighty fourth year, with notes on his health and a family desire for peace and tranquility. The text hints at occupancy matters until spring and speculation about travel, but lacks clear events or dates.
A garbled report suggests prominent residents plan to leave a Mexican city after forged bonds were refused, sparking alarm about arrests and reprisals. The piece mentions a prominent elder statesman, his wife, and the fear of wealthier locals fleeing to escape danger.
The Second Division under Major General Wil Mer Carter moves to winter camp along the Brownsville waterfront. About 12,000 soldiers establish a snowed-in style setup with tent enclosures, sewage connections, and partial fortifications while continuing garrison life after the Mexican president's assassination.
Manuel Garza Aldape ex minister of interior in Mexico travels on the steamer Rouen bound for Paris then Berlin with his wife and six children. He plans to seek loans and rally European sympathy for Huerta’s government while noting Mexico’s finances are weak but obligations will be met. He believes a US- Mexico clash would ease if Huerta’s leadership steadies affairs.
Rumors from constitutionalist headquarters in Matamoros claim 1000 rebels march along the border toward Nuevo Laredo opposite Laredo as General Fabio Gonzales and General Jesua Carranza confer in Matamoros after a victory.
General Carranza and advisers await outcomes of Villa’s attack on Chihuahua City and Hale’s talks with President Wilson before moving. Passenger traffic opened to Maytorena’s area above Guaymas. Constitutionalists depart for Culiacan to reorganize state government as Mazatlan remains the insurgents’ only unheld port.
Senor Moheno arrives on a special train and says he will meet his father. Rumor says he may confer with John Lind, Wilson's representative, who is due back from Campeche tomorrow. Also on the train were Manuel Madero and Umberto Casan, escorted to military HQ and then to San Juan de Ulua prison.
An advertisement touts Jacobs' Liver Salt as a natural liver tonic that cleanses waste and fermentation. It condemns calomel, promotes regular elimination, and promises gentle three to four hour action with no gripes, backed by a money back guarantee.
Mexico City reports President Huerta may turn to forced loans as finance tightens. Officials say the govt seeks new taxes and gambling concessions to raise funds while military operations press in the north and center. Censorship and uncertain foreign loans cloud the outlook.
Russian unprotected cruiser Wratlets grounded on a reef near Pestchanain bay in Sebastonol on November 20. The crew were landed after the incident. two seamen died and three were missing when a boat capsized while sending assistance.
London police seek a stash of valuable jewelry missing from the Duke of Connaught residence. Among the items is the jeweled Order of the Garter and other precious jewels. Governor-general of Canada was the resident at the time.
Argentine beef consigned to New York aboard the steamship Zina arrives from Buenos Aires and other South American ports with about 1000 tons on board. The report mentions refrigeration and notes other logistics details before shifting to advertisement for Grove's tonic products.
Rioting and a four‑killed streetcar strike in Indiana prompted Governor Ralston to call out the militia. Hearings will open before the Public Service Commission as union demands rise. Mayor Shank resigns amid impeachment threats, Hyland and Davis resign after disciplinary actions, and Mayor Wallace assumes control with a new public safety board and Coffin remaining acting police chief.
Soldiers to parade for corn club boys will form on Courtland and Gilmer streets with units from Fifth Infantry Georgia National Guard and various college cadets. Patterson's ambulance and Atlanta civic groups will follow as the line of march heads to the state capitol, Grand Marshal J Van Holt Nast leading the event.
Washington reports the weekly weather bulletin warns of a disturb ance over the lower Arkansas valley causing unsettled rainy weather early in the week. Snow may appear in extreme northern districts with colder, fairer and drier conditions expected later midweek across central valleys and eastern states. Rain possible Monday in the South Atlantic states with cooler conditions in the gulf states.
President Wilson sees no change in Mexico as he returns to Washington. Officials maintain passive stance while noting shrinking constitutionalist territory and possible Vera Cruz talks. William Bayard Hale’s pending return from the border is awaited for insight to influence policy toward the constitutionalists. Sir William Tyrrell departs for New York and England as the British ambassador prepares to sail.
The Atlanta chamber plans a movie program at Vaudette theater featuring footage of Great manufacturing plants, plus American Borny western drama and She Woman Halters. Steinway Comedy Hour daily. Alamo No. 2 shows Ariuma all week, plus vaudeville, Bink’s and other features. The Dequeitul girl performs swim and diving stunts and The Wrack railroad picture screens Tuesday with a live act.
The opening of the child welfare and health show will be held at 158 Peachtree Street today, running daily to December 16. The formal opening is at noon with state and city officials present. The building will be free to the public after 10 a.m. Monday, and exhibits will highlight ways to improve welfare and city health, backed by Atlanta leaders. Notables include Mayor James G. Woodward, Asa G. Candler, J. K. Otiley, and many others from business, religion, and education, with ministers invited.
Charles Dow was killed and Mr. Watkins seriously injured when a railway motor car collided with the rear of a short train on the Ocala and Southwestern railway. The inspectors from Jacksonville were unaware the show train was on the line during an early morning trip.
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