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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1914
Page
7
Conflicting reports swirl over General Huerta with official circles insisting he has placed himself in the hands of Niagara Falls delegates. If needed as a last resort, his retirement could be announced with conditions, amid assurances that no half measures will suffice.
Niagara Falls Ont May 21 mediators meet informally after Washington dispatches report that the constitutionalists intend to send a representative. Huerta delegates also were present as the discussions began on the new development.
The mediators aim to unite the United States and Huerta against the constitutionalists and press for a provisional government in Mexico City. They seek acceptance of a peace plan, address Tampico incidents, and prevent renewed hostilities, hoping constitutionalists may later join negotiations. Ambassador Da Gama remains hopeful amid difficulties.
An editorial summary notes a definite plan to reconcile all factions in Mexico before the constitutionalist threat to Mexico City grows stronger. Mediators hope global opinion will push recognition of a durable government. Mexican delegates held full powers, while Huerta’s private instructions suggest key issues may be referred for his decision.
A rebel junta update from El Paso confirms Saltillo evac by federal forces. Tepic fell after a bloody fight as 5,000 constitutionalists took Tenie and move toward Guadalajara, with 400 killed and 200 prisoners reported. a cavalry squadron targets Huerta rail lines from Mansanilio to Guadalajara.
In a brief shootout at a saloon, the keeper was killed when George drew a revolver ahead of English who attempted to arm himself. The incident ended with the saloonist's instantaneous death. George was captured and freed on bond as officers moved in.
English, about 41, an Atlanta resident and former Fire Department member, was shot and surrendered to Night Chief Elsett. He was jailed on a manslaughter charge with bond set at 1000 signed by Cartes Mason Harry Poole and W T Buchanan. Funeral plans pending. George, about 95, attaches to the municipal court and is well regarded.
Kansas City May 21 The General Assembly of the Southern Presbyterians elected William J Martin president of Davidson College as moderator on the second ballot to succeed Rev J S Lyons. Lyons warned of discontented delegations disturbing worship while urging evangelistic forward movement. The assembly supported Mexican intervention via Christian instruction and asked 5706150 for a year of work. publishing and Sunday school reports said church publishing is thriving.
A promotion promises 300000 extra votes and certificates for readers who sign up and submit subscriptions. Three hundred thousand additional votes are issued alongside standard ballots, with prizes including thirteen cars, nine pianos, and cash awards. Contenders are urged to enter immediately and register with The Constitution’s contest department.
Senator Root, Republican, argued for repealing the Panama Canal tolls exemption. He invoked the Hay Pact and urged equal treatment for all nations, warning that striking a bargain for coastwise U S vessels would betray American diplomacy and provoke global protest.
Washington May 22 Special President Wilson faced sharp G A R criticism after accepting a Confederate veterans memorial address at Arlington on June 4 but declining to address Grand Army exercises on Memorial Day May 29. Secretary Cumali defended the president saying he values all veterans and has faced many engagements since the Mexican crisis.
The ad from 89 Whitehall Street markets Union Suits from 50 cents to a dollar, Notaseme Socks at 25 to 50 cents, and various shirts at one dollar. Crepe shirts and novelty pieces sell for about a dollar and a half. Palm Beach suits are priced from seven fifty, with men’s suits at fifteen to eighteen dollars. Boys knee troosure suits offered at five dollars with extra trousers.
An event observed Saturday honored Commodore John Barre with a memorial. The testaments highlighted Grove's tonic claims and quinine content, noting malaria relief and blood enrichment as claimed benefits.
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