Election Returns Show a Democratic Triumph Across States
Election returns late tonight show Democrats dominant in Massachusetts with a new governor and ticket, Maryland choosing a Democratic senator, and Virginia confirming a Republican led state slate as New Jersey remains close for governor James J. Fielder. Fusionists surge in New York City while general assembly favors Republicans. Blair Lee elected in Maryland.
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Edward C. Stokes
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Fielder
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Blair Lee Wins U S Senate Seat for Maryland
The Star concedes Blair Lee Democrat will win the U S Senate seat for Maryland as returns come in from the November 4 election. Reports from Trenton indicate James F Field er Democrat is likely governor with about a 15 000 vote edge over Ex Governor E C Stokes. Pluralities and party balance shift as early returns hint at state legislative outcomes.
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Essex County
Democrats Could Control Assembly If Essex County Elects
Twelve of the sixty assemblymen are at stake. The Democrats would gain control of the assembly by a clear majority if their candidates fare well in Essex County, signaling a favorable shift in the statewide political balance.
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Seven candidates vie for Massachusetts governor seat
Boston, November 4. Massachusetts faces a record seven candidates for governor, breaking the old two-party pattern. The lineup includes Eugene Nobles Foss on an independent ticket, Charles S. Bird with the Progressive party, Alfred H. Evans Prohibitionist, Augustus P. Gardner Republican, Arthur E. Reimer Socialist labor, David I. Walsh Democrat, and Geo. H. Wrenn Socialist. The unusual field reflects a highly complex political landscape.
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Mass
Massachusetts
Eugene Nobles Foss
Chas
Bird
Walpole
Alfred H. Evans
Northampton
Augustus P. Gardner
Hamilton
Arthur E. Reimer
David I. Walsh
Fitzburg
Geo. H. Wrenn
Springfield
Fitchburg
President Wilson Smiles At Returns From Key States
Washington report notes President Wilson returns to the White House with a genial smile over early returns from Massachusetts Maryland New York and New Jersey. Interest in nationwide results fades as officials and lawmakers head home or take holidays. focus shifts to specific congressional districts in Massachusetts New York and Maryland.
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Michigan
Train Wreck Near Melun Kills Forty to Fifty
Paris dispatch reports the Marseilles- Paris Express collided with another train near Melun, about 27 miles from Paris. Coaches burst into flames. 40 to 50 are dead and many others are injured as doctors from Melun and nearby towns rush to the ruins.
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Buchanan Beats Summers in First Senate District Race
Richmond Va November 4 special report says B F Buchanan defeated L P Summers in the state senate race from the first senatorial district in today’s election.
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Lew Summers
Richmond
B. F. Buchanan
L. P. Summers
Sweeping Gain by Republicans Across New York State
New York voters swung heavily to the Republicans in state elections with gains in the lower house. Early returns showed 56 Republicans, 28 Democrats, and 36 Progressives elected in 88 of 150 assembly districts, with Sulzer triumphing on the Progressive ticket to join the legislature. Municipal races produced eight Republican mayors in 18 large cities, with other judiciary and county results noted.
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William Sulzer
Albany
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Erie County
Herbert P. Bissell
Harry L. Taylor
Sensations in City Government Over Water Franchise Fight
Charleston headlines a fierce 50 year water franchise battle led by West Virginia Water and Electric Company. Councilman W C Smith faces bribery charges, H Bert Buster sought for offering bribes, warrants issued for four councilmen. Judge Littlepage cites water officials for contempt after they fail to testify.
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W. C. Davidson
A. H. Grimsley
Second Trial for Alleged Killing in Iowa Quarrel
Waterloo Iowa November 4 The case of Jefferson T McCaskill accused of killing Henry Phillips a wealthy farmer in a quarrel over a sewing machine delivery came up for a second trial today The first trial ended with a verdict of manslaughter and the defendant appealed He contends the killing was in self defense and now faces a manslaughter charge on retry
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Summers Beaten for State Senate in Ninth District
Richmond Virginia November 4 following are the legislative results in the ninth Virginian district Democrat B F Buchanan of Marion defeats Republican Lou P Summers of Abingdon for the state senate to succeed the late D C Cummins of Washington county. Judge Martin Williams Democrat wins Giles county by 450 for the house of delegates. 85 H Kane Republican close race in Bland county. Williams anticipated 400 district majority. R L Pennington Democrat carries Lee county by 125 for the house. J W Chalkey Democrat Wise county re elected by about 100 over Litz. Looney Republican and Witten Progressive in close race in Tazewell with 25 majority for Looney. In Washington county Buck and Huff Democrats triumph over Republicans. In Pulaski Jordan Democrat leads ticket with 589 votes, Barman Republican defeats Keezell for the house in Rockingham, Roll Stone Democrat defeats Harrison for second seat. In Scott county John H Johnson Democrat defeats A M Addington.
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Abingdon
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Washington County
Martin Williams
Giles County
House of Delegates
H. Kane
Bland County
Williams
R. L. Pennington
Lee County
J. W. Chalkey
Wise County
Litz
Looney
Witten
Tazewell County
West Virginia and Virginia Fair Weather Forecast
West Virginia: fair Wednesday and Thursday warmer. Virginia: fair and somewhat colder Wednesday, then fair Thursday.
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Virginia
Coal dust blamed for Dawson mine disaster death toll
Dawson New Mexico November 4 coal dust was the predominant factor in the Stag Canon Fuel Company No 2 explosion on October 22 killing 263 men. State mine inspector Reese H Beddow said ignition source not yet determined. Gas played little part and methane levels were very low in samples analyzed by the US Bureau of Mines. Experts found insufficient gas for safety lamp tests.
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Pittsburg
Receipt of Alleged Ultimatum Denied in Mexico City
Mexico City reports no sign Huerta has replied to the U S demand he resign without delay and part with adherents. Official circles and the U S embassy deny receipt of the communication. Local papers echo only the Washington AP dispatches noting Nelson O Shaughnessy reported a technical denial.
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Gen Appleton's Will Fil ed at Union West Virginia
The will of General J. W. Appleton who raised the first black troops for the Civil War and died after a bull attack near Ronceverte was filed in Union West Virginia. Dated July 2 1869 the document leaves all property to his wife. Appleton born in Boston. Also Chicago reports four troops of the fifteenth cavalry under war department orders preparing to leave Fort Sheridan for El Paso Texas next Friday with trains and equipment.
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Judge McHugh Praises International Harvester as Benefactor
In St. Paul on November 4 Judge William D. McHugh, resisting the government’s dissolution suit, described International Harvester as a great educational and beneficial force. He credited George Perkins for the achievement and noted 60 million dollars of stock issued for cash amid properties valued well over that sum. Edgar A. Bancroft of Chicago attacked the Justice Department, saying most charges lacked evidence and some were dropped.
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William D. McHugh
International Harvester Company
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Edgar A. Bancroft
Chicago
Department of Justice
Turn in badges rather than ride on street cars
Indianapolis November 4 The police refused to ride with strike breakers turning in their badges. Cars ran on a trial trip with strike breakers as police vowed to stay on patrol. A man shot during a riot died as a union wood worker and conductor facing charges. Governor Ralston denied militia orders.
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Chicago
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Louisiana
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What Huerta Was Told By Wilson
Mexico City reports say Washington demanded Huerta retire and cease involvement in government. The memorandum pressured immediate retirement and nonparticipation, warning that any attempt to back successors or use coup allies would sever all relations. Huerta and friends view the message as decisive and mandatory.
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United States presses Huerta to resign and call elections
A Washington note urges General Huerta to abandon power immediately and establish a temporary commission while new elections are called for a permanent government. The U.S. seeks to avoid trouble for Mexico and maintain international peace, but Huerta’s position remains unresolved as talks appear unlikely today.
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Armed Intervention A Grave Mistake In Mexico
General Vistinana Caranza of the Constitutionalists asked Dr Allen Tupper to telegraph Secretary Bryan to learn if the United States planned armed intervention in Mexico. He warned that intervention would be a grave mistake and uncalled for while believing arms could quickly topple Huerta. he cautioned pacification would take years. He also requested an embargo lift and passage for transporting soldiers across U S territory.
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Mexico
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Washington
Police fail to quell Gary election riots report
Indianapolis reports Governor Ralston received a telegram requesting troops to Gary to quell riots but he refused after discussions with Mayor Knotts. A county coroner and a politician were said to be fatally hurt. Leavenworth troops were sent. separate dispatch notes cavalry preparation to depart Fort Huachuca for Arizona.
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Indianapolis
Knotts
Races in Two Ohio Cities Narrow Mayoral Outcomes
Ohio returns show Cleveland and Cincinnati mayoral races swinging on narrow margins as late results trimmed statewide ballot questions. Mayor Baker leads in Cleveland by about a thousand votes, while Cincinnati opponent Siegel trails Hunt by a similar margin. Toledo gains Keller as mayor, Columbus reelects Carl, and constitutional amendments tilt toward smaller legislatures, with women’s appointment heads likely adopted.
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F. F. Siegel
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Gari Keller
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Toledo
George J. Carl
Baker
Diplomatic push on Huerta meets cautious response in Washington
Washington news briefs reveal no formal ultimatum issued to Huerta as negotiations continue. President Wilson votes in New Jersey while Secretary Bryan stays at the State Department amid questions on Mexico. Officials say the United States seeks to replace Huerta with a constitutional authority and notes broad great power support for a neutral stance. Navy movements concentrate at Vera Cruz and Tampico as seven dreadnoughts and supporting ships prepare for possible action.
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