20 Jun 1914
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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1914
Page
1
June 30 Vienna report says two military airmen died when a biplane and a dirigible collided during maneuvers. An explosion engulfed both craft and debris fell to the sea, with witnesses stating both pilots were killed instantly. The wreckage left scorched fragments scattered across the area.
By Associated Pronet Bt at Louie Missouri June 2. Nine hundred passengers were aboard when the Majestic struck a lower ledge and sank. Only the crew were aboard after the vessel went down with all hands missing or unaccounted for.
Disjointed notes indicate an editors gathering planned for Corpus Christi with references to June and a person named Dr. Morris of Henderson being referenced as a president in unclear context. The fragmentary text suggests a local meeting and leadership mention without clear dates or full details.
Reports from Villa in Mexico and officials in Washington describe ongoing mediation talks over the American problem. Interceptions and statements suggest a tentative path toward a provisional government and continued negotiations, with leaders like Maytorena and Angelen affected by recent cabinet changes.
Mer Associated Press from Daling Texas reports Judge William F. Robertson will withdraw from the governor's race tomorrow.
Washington June 20 President Wilson has faked the resignation of Meary Johnson a Black Republican to fill a District of Columbia vacancy Southern Democrats react with concern over the plan to appoint another to the post The report notes political tension over the succession and party balance in the capital feeds national debate
A June report states Turkey informs the Greek government of willingness to permit the return of expelled Greek subjects and to pay indemnity. The details are unclear due to transcription errors but indicate a possible settlement offer between Ankara and Athens. The message emphasizes Turkish willingness and compensation terms.
Premier Asquith met a suffragette delegation led by Sylvia Pankhurst, promising to consider their representations. The crowd welcomed a genuine working women presence, demanding a square deal and equal franchise terms if granted.
Major General Franklin J. Bell issues orders to the Second Division at Texas City to warn officers and men about Spanish language advantages in training for potential invasion. Every officer below lieutenant colonel must attend classes as field warning continues and division maneuvers are planned to begin soon.
A meeting is set in Cooper Texas on June 20 to discuss reclaiming overflowed Delta and Flops Wins Counties lands. Reclamation Commissioner Stiles is invited along with other officials to discuss the waterlogged fields and related relief measures.
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