Mediation Progress Reported In Mexican Conflict Talks
Washington sources say Wilson Bryan and officials briefed on mediation amid Huerta talks, with hints of peace prospects and a plan for a provisional government. Carranza rejects mediation of internal affairs while clashes threaten Zacatecas and Gandales Potosi as attackers press.
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Washington
Wilson
Bryan
Department
Huerta
Carranza
Mexico
Puerto Mexico
United States
Hamburg
Still Change to Get Control Station in City
Mayor R N LaFontaine and Dr B Guthrie received letters from Arnold Kruckman manager of the Panama Pacific exposition bureau of aeronautics. He leaves San Francisco the first week in June for a world tour to arrange the 1916 aviation race and plans to stop in Cheyenne on the way to New York. The Cheyenne committee proposes a purse of 1000 to 2000 dollars and 50 percent of field receipts at Frontier Park to guarantee racers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. N. LaFontaine
B. Guthrie
Arnold Kruckman
Bureau of Aeronautics
San Francisco
Cheyenn
New York
Greater Cheyenne
Ira B. Fee
J. B. Guthrie
D. 8
Dickert
Cheyenne
Kruckman
Fromtier Park
Park
Rancher Harpy Weakley Dies in Undervehicle Fire
Fresno dispatch reports rancher Harpy Weakley found dead beneath a burned wrecked automobile after his vehicle rolled over and caught fire. The fatal incident occurred today near the scene, with authorities investigating the auto mishap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fresno
Cal
Harpy Weakley
Scious
Weakley
Presbyterian church votes to raise college standard south
The general assembly of the Presbyterian church in the United States (southern) voted to raise the standard of the southern college system. The assembly adjourned to meet in 1915 at Newport News, Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church In the United
Frontier Days Prize Letters Planned for Cheyenne Pupils
Cheyenne school pupils from high school and grades six to eight are invited to write letters to relatives outside Cheyenne inviting them to Frontier Days August 18 to 21. Top letters in each room win Frontier gear, grandstand seats, and a marble bust of Longfellow for the best average. rules require under 200 words and stationery supplied by the Frontier Day committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George S. Welker
Ira B. Fee
Cheyenne
Longfellow
Eigen Fee
Bilee
Wyoming
Frontier Committee
Missing American Consul Silliman Reaches Mexico City
After weeks of effort the State Department reports United States Consul John R. Silliman, previously at San Luis Potosi, has been located in Mexico City. He arrived from Saltillo and was imprisoned there by federal soldiers, accused of aiding the constitutionalists, a case that threatened peace negotiations at Niagara Falls.
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John R. Silliman
Mexico City
State Department
United States
San Luis Potosi
Mexico
Saltillo
Silliman
Niagara Falla
Canada
Mr. Silliman
Constitutionalists
Huerta
Constitutionaliata
Caltillo
Merrie England Proves Pleasing To Large Crowd Night program
A Cheyenne audience at St. Mark's Parish House enjoyed a Merrie England program featuring pictures of London cathedrals colleges royal residences and historic homes. The exhibition impressed many with travellike panorama and witty narration though some attendees missed earlier nights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merrie
St. Mark’s Parish House
London
England
Cheyenne
Two Strikers Held in Forbes Battle Murder Case
May 28 report says two strikers are jailed and a third held on a 5000 dollar bond for murder linked to the Forbes battle of April 29. Nine were killed and a mining camp and houses burned as coal operators cite alleged union picket activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinidad
Forbes
Roosevelt plans to launch 1916 campaign nationwide
Colonel Roosevelt's Washington visit boosts Progressive morale as he vows to tour key states from Atlantic to Pacific. Republicans privately welcome a unified, vigorous bid while praising his personal magnetism and fighter image to frame the coming presidential contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Rosevelt
Atlantic Coast
California
Roosevelt
Rega Lara
Weather Near Washington Forecast For Wyoming
Weather note reports rising temperatures with a warm spell expected Friday and Saturday. Forecast references a general region near Washington and Wyoming but details are unclear due to fragmented OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wyoming
Woman's story wins freedom for her husband
Mrs. Max Smith of Chicago, a Jewish woman, arrives at the Illinois state capitol with three children and three dollars to seek a commutation for her husband sentenced in Cook county jail for adultery. Governor Dunne convenes the pardon board and grants commutations while also freeing two other robbery offenders during a road camp employment program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Tiil
Max Smith
Chicago
State Capitol
Cook County
Executive Mansion
Dunne
John Gregory
Jolet
Kane County
Clifford Haggard
Fulton County
Road Campe
In the Heart of Old Japan travelogue review
Dr. Vosburgh presents a vivid travelogue titled In the Heart of Old Japan. The piece praises the up to date portrayals, colored pictures, and moving pictures showing life from temples to country life and Inland Sea sailing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Vosburgh
Japan
Vosburgh
Nikko
Diggs’ Wife Seeks Divorce After Mann Act Conviction
In Woodland California May 1968 the wife of Maury L Diggs files for divorce accusing him of cruel treatment and mental suffering after his Mann Act violation conviction. Diggs sought reconciliation when notified but she remains firm. Diggs regrets action but will not resist if separation proceeds.
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Woodland
Cal
Maury L Diges
Sult
Hla
Diges
Empress of Ireland Sinks After Collision Near Father Point
In Quebec at 3 o clock this morning the Canadian Pacific Railway steamer Empress of Ireland collided with another vessel near Father Point. The ship is reported sinking with many passengers aboard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quebec
Canadian Pacific Railway
Father Point
Four Die in Car Plunge Near Everett
A seven passenger auto plunged 45 feet off an embankment near Everett Washington killing four occupants and seriously injuring another. authorities said the crash occurred in May. The names of the deceased were not released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everett
Wacb
Sockless Rev Sawyer Stirs Boston Legislature
The Rev Roland Sawyer appeared in the legislature in a red pongee suit and sandals, without socks or boots. He urged keeping ankles and wrists uncovered to stay cool, earning the nickname sockless statesman as his protest caused an uproar and a wander through the lobby before lawmakers resumed work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Roland Sawyer
Boeke
Sawyer
Lawson's testimony on Ludlow mine war at court martial
John Lawson head of the international executive board and a UMWA member testified at the general court martial for Lieutenant K Linderfelt. He detailed the Ludlow battle with militia, said militiamen fired on the tent colony, and that strikers protected their homes. Four militia officers testified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
John Lawson
International Executive Board
United Mine Workers of America
Ludlow
Linderfelt
Louis Tikas
Severe earthquake shocks reported with no damage
May 28 a severe earthquake lasting over 30 seconds struck tonight. Officials say it was stronger than the disturbance felt in the canal zone last October but, so far, no damage has been reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colon
Canal Zone
Labor Unions Get Exemption in New Draft Trust Bill
The draft anti trust legislation includes an exemption from prosecution for labor organizations that may violate restraint of trade laws. It also bars courts from ruling that labor or farmers groups are condemned by Sherman or later trust laws. Labor leaders and AFL spokesman Frank Morrison supported the compromise, expecting passage soon after a conference with President Wilson.
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Washington
Lena
Frank Morrison
American Federation of Labor
Wilson
Carlin
Baltimore
Mrs Stock Granted Divorce In Cruelty Case
Denver May 28 A divorce suit by Maude Stock against Joseph B Stock was terminated after a compromised deal. The judge directed a verdict in favor of Mrs Stock on grounds of cruelty after the husband dropped charges of bigamy and cruelty. Esther Nelson the co respondent was subpoenaed but not found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Maude Stock
Joseph B. Stock
Casper
Wyo
Denison
District Court
Esther Nelson
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Zacacatecas
Gandals Potosi
Teddy
Jayne
Vosburgh Treveleguce
Parioh House
Tale OF
Old
Diggs
Empress OF Ireland
Lawson
Vosburgh Travelogues
Looker Veka Travelogues
Sands’ Drug Store
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