Texas Governor in Warlike Mood
Texas Governor O B Colquitt seeks U S recognition of the border authority in Mexican states along the Rio Grande and demands surrender of abductors and murderers of Clemente Vergara, an American citizen, as state militia tensions rise on the border. Secretary Bryan cautions that federal action is required and cautions against crossing into Mexico. Vergara was killed after being assaulted by Mexican federal soldiers. the body disappeared and later reappeared in Hidalgo before being removed. inconsistencies in official statements sparked dispute between American and Mexican authorities.
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Austin
Tex
United States
Rio Grande
Wilson
O. B. Colquitt
Texas
Clemente Vergara
Ican Federala
Han
Tangera
Bene
Colauitt
Vergera
Stats
Webb County
Vergara
Texan
Bryan
Colquitt
Washington
Mexico
Veronra
Colqulet
Brownsville
War Department
Steever
Department of Texas
Hidalgo
Poasuk Garrett
Vergari
Hidalso
Roxas Fauchmian
Nuevo Laredo
Apolonio Wedriguez
Piedras Negras
Hill
Mexi
Rodrigues
Rince
Garrett
Fla
Rodriguez
Blocker
Alvarez
Vergata
California Syrup of Figs advertised for children
An old fashioned warning on how to spot a sick child and how California Syrup of Figs is the recommended remedy for cleansing the bowels. The ad urges parents to use the genuine product made by the California Fig Syrup Company and warns against counterfeits.
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California
AML
Lg Syrup Company
New Version of Benton Killing Examined in El Paso
A revised account of how William Benton died in Juarez places Villa at the scene and claims Benton entered Villa's quarters uninvited. The tale says Benton admitted harming Villa and was shot after a suspected attempt on Villa's life, with no court martial. Villa reportedly ordered Benton shot.
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el Paso
Texas
William
Benton
Juarez
Villa
Juares
Willa
No U S Marines Enter Mexico Debate on Benton's Death
President cites lack of full facts on the Benton's killing and Mexican situation as US authorities pace the inquiry. He notes communication delays with Villa and says no British handling guidance exists yet. Congressional voices split between caution and tougher policy while awaiting complete details.
Villa to Allow International Body Examination in Mexico
In Chihuahua a conference between General Villa and American Consul Marion Letcher discussed examining the body of William Benton. Villa agreed to an ongoing commission of two Americans, two Britons, and a medical examiner to diagnose Benton’s wounds. He proposed moving the body to a suitable cemetery in the state for proper burial and sent telegraphic notes to Washington.
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Chunuahua
Mexico
General Villa
Marion Letcher
William ¥. Benton
Chihurahus
Letcher
Washington
Gobblers ball fashion tip to be worn by Trippe this evening
A local social note previews the Gobblers ball at the Bimball house with press agent E. W. Trippe famed for a red vest with black dots and a pink carnation. Trippe is described as a leading booster in railroad circles and in jiner circles while promising to wear the vest at tonight’s event.
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Bimball House
E. W. Trippe
Sxtr
Trippe
Gabblerdom
Railroad Brotherhood
A-1
Jiner
Constitution
Sulzer swears boss kept money in 1912 Brady gift
New York February 24 William Sulzer sworn testimony at the John Doe inquiry alleges Charles Murphy did not return the $25,000 Brady campaign contribution from 1912. Sulzer says Murphy fixed the money in the committee list under a dummy name and later Brady received $25,000 after negotiations. He adds further details about other contributions and dummy listings involving Murphy and the Democratic state committee.
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New York
Charles 2. Murphy
Tammany Hall
Anthony N. Brady
Murphy
William Sulzer
Sulzer
John Doe
Gurphy
Democratic State Committee
Murphy Iso
Brady
Cram
Alery
O. A Murphy
Samuel Beardsley
Ady
Wynn
Allan An
Thomas F. Ryan
Thanbier Mestertad
Wither? Ia
John 2. Delaney
State Bureau of Efficiency and Economy
Delaney
Fiso
Aulter
State Committee
Democratic Party
Democratic State Committeeman Funds Contention Heard
The trial record reveals 2500 Ticavir diverted from Barrells funds to Arthur A. McLean as treasurer of the Democratic State Committee. Sullivan, questioned, said the receipt was in his name for secrecy. Senator James A. O'Gorman is expected to testify about claims that James E. Gaffney pressured Stewart Sulzer for a political contribution to secure a state canal contract.
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Farrel
Arthur A. Mclean
McLean
Farrall
Sullivan
Farrell
Big Political Storm Heads Georgia
Entire letter from Thomas W. Hardwick acknowledging twelve years of service and gratitude to constituents. He notes term limits and announces severance of official relations after current service. Thanks committee members for courtesy, friendship, and faithful party service in the district.
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Yin
Thomas W. Hardwick
Strike Leader Aided Girl to Escape Peril
Trinidad February 26 Jurisdictional testimony recounts John St Lawson, a strike leader, guiding Anna Cameron past the Ludlow tent colony with a revolver at his waist and offering protection. Cameron, daughter of Hastings mine superintendent James Cameron, told Congress she sought passage to Hastings and escaped danger with Lawson’s aid amid armed followers.
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Trinidad
Cole
John St. Lawson
Ludlow
Congressional Investigating Committee
Anna B. Cameron
James Cameron
Hastings
Langon
Lawson
Miss Cameron
Oectober
Ludlow Station
Adlow
Ellis Murdered Wife Over Jealousy in Chicago Hotel
In Chicago on February 56 W C Ellis testified in his own defense after being charged with killing his wife last October in a hotel. He said her interest in another man, Fred Cauldwell of Brantford Ontario, caused the marital distress. He described changes in her behavior, attention to Cauldwell, and neglect of their children, noting her desire for freedom and a trip to Chicago.
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Chicago
W. C. Ellis
Fred Cauldwell
Brantford
Ontario
Ellis
Ellis Wife Letters Read In Court After Death
Prosecution reads letters from Mrs. Ellis to her eldest daughter showing devotion to her husband. The excerpts were presented as part of the case surrounding Ellis, who killed her. Ellis will continue on the stand tomorrow as the trial proceeds.
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Ellis
Birthdays and Night Lights in a Dying Town
A fragmented reflection on time and memory. The speaker contemplates aging and missed chances as night deepens. Dim echoes of a ticking clock and distant footsteps frame a sense of isolation and regret.
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New York Times
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