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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1914
Page
2
Rebels seize Tampico after street fighting as Huerta troops fall back pursued by rebel cavalry. War munitions and cargo spill into rebel control, customs duties surge to 300000 dollars weekly, crippling Huerta revenue. Fuel supplies also fall into rebel hands, altering port power dynamics.
Rebels seize Tampico after heaviest battle of the revolution and heavy loss of life. Mediation talks begin in Washington with American representatives. Unofficial reports say Constitutionalists marching 20,000 strong toward Potosi and Mexico City as Huerta plans a last stand at Puebla.
Washington May 13 The Interstate Commerce Commission planned more talks to decide if Mellen and New Haven directors should testify. Chief Counsel Folk may alter plans if the Attorney General signals possible criminal prosecutions of subpoenaed witnesses. The hearing will resume tomorrow at 10 o clock per Commission McChord.
Boston College defeated Georgetown University in a debate held in Boston College hall last evening. The resolution centered on repealing the law exempting U S coastwise shipping from Panama Canal tolls. Boston College argued the negative side.
Worcester police report George C. Jenner, 61, manager of the Standish Hotel, missing in Worcester.
New York May 13 Bald Jack Rose chief witness for the prosecution in the second Becker trial testified five hours under cross examination. He remained calm and smiling as Martin Manton pressed accusations and tried to label him a petty thief and opium seller to Chinatown slaves.
Rose remained calm and unemotional during questioning about an underworld murder plot. He confessed only once when he recalled planning to have Herman Rosenthal killed, revealing a moment of conscience.
The Donaldson line steamer Tritonia, trapped in Notre Dame bay for two weeks, reported danger of being driven onto Fogo Shoals by inshore winds. A sealing steamer was requested. Bellaventure prepared but unlikely to be sent without new danger signals.
Gloucester and Newport listings show moon phase changes with first quarter May 3 and full moon May 9 before last quarter May 16 and new moon May 24. The 154th day of the year marks 38 days to summer with a 14 hour and 84 minute day length and 5 hours 28 minutes of increasing daylight. Evening planets Venus Mars Saturn and morning Jupiter are visible. Auto lamps switch on at 7 28 p m and other vehicles at 7 58 p m.
Anniversaries note the 1804 start of the Lewis and Clark expedition up the Missouri River to explore the Far West. It also recalls the 1863 Civil War capture of Jackson Mississippi and marks one year since a deadly Nebraska tornado event with many killed.
Cloudy Thursday in Boston and vicinity with generally fair Friday. Moderate westerly winds shift to light variable breezes as temperatures rise across New England.
The Massachusetts House rejected a feline licensing bill after a public outcry voiced by Post readers. In Cambridge a crowd of about 25 000 gathered at the State armory to honor Marine Corporal Daniel A Haggerty whose body lay in state. ©
Witnesses describe a restless crowd forced toward the reception room where the body lay in state. Some individuals climbed in through broken windows to gain access, indicating heightened emotions at the event.
Daily service from Park Square to Worcester departs every half hour from 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Travel offers low fares and efficient transport.
Tam pico captured by constitutionalists after three days of fierce fighting. Carranza forces seize the oil port, while Huerta's regime loses two thirds of its revenue and rail traffic is crippled, with federal troops retreating toward San Luis Potosi.
Rebel forces break federal lines at Mexican city after landing arms to push toward Mexico City. Heavy artillery drive gunboats back on the Panuco River as federals retreat along the San Luis Potosi line amid fierce street fighting. Casualties reported heavy on both sides as reinforcements arrive.
About 300 Bull Mooser members met at the Quincy House last night. evidence suggests Charles Sumner Bird will run again for governor as a Progressive this fall.
Session chaired by Matthew Hale endorsed a hard line against amalgamation with Republicans. Bird, hailed as the future governor, gave a principal speech. A resolution pledged unalterable opposition to compromise and affirmed continued pursuit of human rights and party unity.
A benefit for Louis Gold newsboy shot at Haymarket Square was organized at a Washington Street meeting. A committee led by Nathan S. Sodekson was formed to handle tickets with Daniel V Mu serving as secretary. Tickets will be sold tomorrow and Saturday to support the family, and the Majestic Theatre has donated its use with Boston theatre companies slated to perform.
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