04 May 1912
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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1912
Page
1
Washington May 4 The quartermaster department of the army has reached its limit in the distribution of food and water across the Mississippi river region. The entire appropriation for the commissary is exhausted and an emergency appropriation is being sought with immediate action expected.
The article outlines Democratic and Republican campaign activity in the state with mentions of candidates Taft Marmon and Wilson. It notes disputes over precinct chairmanships, county and city offices, and internal party disagreements affecting primary timing and candidate support.
Associated Press reports Democrats near consensus on sugar tariffs as lawmakers discuss a proposed company plan to build an interurban line from Palestine to Austin to Dallas. The charter request includes abolishing certain duties and project capital of 100000 dollars. The article notes finance committees largely agree on the plan.
The report describes Gomez being proclaimed president of Imenigo as the New Orleans area faces flooding. Levees around the city are under intense strain with citizens aiding efforts. A critical situation is noted as the levee below the city is demanded to be closed within hours to prevent breach.
Reports from Texas describe Republican and Wilson camps in various counties. Roosevelt and Taft receive strong backing outside major cities, with local precincts and towns naming delegates. May 1 to May 4 notes show shifting support across Wharton Longview Beaumont areas.
Proigtcraveations held in the afternoon to elect delegates to the county convention which meets next Tuesday. Court House City Hall and College reported back instructing for Wilson. Delegates named from Court House chaired by E. W. Crem snaw. Mal-Gen I. B. Stoddard chaired the county group. College delegates led by Royall with Quarles and Hays Quarles among them.
Charles Roosevelt, running for president, attacked by supporters in Hyattsville and Laurel as he campaigns in Maryland. The reports claim he sought recall of judges and broadened presidential powers during his White House years, drawing reactions about Democratic and Republican loyalties.
Mexican ambassador Startines Corowhorting told the president in Washington that he is confident the rebellion in Mexico will be quelled within two weeks. He said the Mexican people desire peace and stability.
Representative Jive Garner of Texas urged the immigration committee to adopt the Root amendment to the immigration law. It would bar Mexican revolutionaries from entering the United States.
The Fei Hung, a large armored cruiser described as the fastest Chinese war vessel built in the United States, was launched from the New York Shipbuilding Company today. Chinese minister Chang Yin Tang and family attended with the christening by Miss Alice Chang, the minister’s daughter.
A public election appeal from Amar Bethea urging Braton County voters to re elect him as county attorney. He highlights prior service, prosecuting crimes in all ranks, fair administration, and pledges continued diligent and impartial work if returned to office. He thanks supporters and invites public scrutiny.
May 4 Chicago Associated Press report says striking printers quit work at a principal Chicago printing house. Producers condensed the morning edition, missing ads. Shots were fired in front of the building as guards watched wagons. no injuries. Several arrests were made in connection with the incident.
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