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Newspaper
Cincinnati American
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1914
Page
1
Federals win after rebels massacre all 200 passengers on a train near Espinoso and Las Canoas. Soldiers attacked coaches as the battle ended with every passenger slain.
A reflective piece discusses Friday the 13th, arguing superstition fades when compared with broader history. It cites a Ming dynasty official and the saying that ill winds blow nobody any good, urging readers to consider this broader wisdom rather than fear.
Special to The American reports a rebel assault on a Tampico to Gan Lula Potos line train between Espinoso and las Canoas killing all aboard while rebels tear up the track. Rebels reportedly captured Tulancingo Hidalgo as 2500 Federals clash at El Nanchi near Tepic with 200 rebel deaths and Federal retreat.
Washington reports no confirmation that Castillo the Mexican bandit has been captured and executed by soldiers under General Villa. The claims are not widely credited and Secretary Bryan said no instructions were sent to protest to the Huerta government.
Mexican frontier report says about 20 American cowboys from Babigora owned by William Hearst pursue Castillos bandits into Chihuahua. Pancho Villa approves the field action and promises a reward if Castillo or Geno is captured alive. The party is armed with high powered rifles and provisions for a long manhunt.
Virginia Neiderman, wife of grocer Earle Neiderman, is held for trial after allegedly firing two shots at her sister-in-law Maude Lynch in a Worth Street dispute. Neiderman, Lynch, and Lynch’s husband Patrick were involved as officers arrested them following the incident. The quarrel erupted from a domestic dispute between the sisters yesterday evening.
Stockholm reports intense turmoil after King Gustaf's clash with the cabinet over a peasants delegation demand for armament increases. Police guard the royal palace and public buildings as cries of Long live the king mix with Long live the public amid socialist agitation. No cabinet has been formed.
Washington reports President Wilson has canceled all scheduled duties today and is ordered to stay indoors by his physician Dr Cary Grayson after contracting an illness. The brief medical notice notes the precautions as a precautionary measure for his health.
New York report from the Hotel Astor describes a Lincoln day dinner where Roosevelt is hailed by Progressive veterans. They dismiss a GOP peace with Republicans, affirm Roosevelt as 1916 presidential front runner, and discuss two possible NY gubernatorial candidates Hotchkiss or Straus.
The United States government plans to join Ohio to collect taxes from John D Rockefeller under the War Taxes law on intangible properties. State Deputy Tax Commissioners Facklew and Agnew of Cleveland press the state's claim. Internal Revenue collector Harry Weiss seeks about 3 000 000 in government income tax.
Guy M. Freer of the Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce and Frank Van Slyck traffic chief protest before the Interstate Commerce Commission against a ruling that railroads may charge manufacturers for spur usage. They warn the ruling would damage business and harm Cincinnati and surrounding areas commercially.
A fire near a stove in the residence of Mrs. Paulson at 409 Washington avenue St Bernard caused damage to the carpet and furnishings. No injuries reported.
Mrs. Jennie Hunter, 34, of 222 East Twelfth Street, was hospitalized last evening in serious condition after ingesting poison by mistake. A stomach pump was used and hospital attendants reported she would live.
Norwood council Knights of Columbus hosted a pre-lenten dance and card party at Bagies Hall drawing more than one hundred couples. Quoper was awarded after the event.
New York February 12 A bitter cold snap froze the suffragists speeches ending their half day of speaking after an hour and a half. A crowd braved the chill to listen as speakers like Beatrice Brown and Beatrice Tomkin faced numbness and fell days into the event with voices and limbs affected by the frost.
Mrs. Henry Apwiech 320 of 1020 Considine Avenue Price Hill died at home last night prompting a police investigation. Dr Amos B W Sturve attended. Coroner officials obtained an ante mortem statement but would not disclose details. Police have enough information to justify an arrest of a man with offices on West Sixth Street.
John Weitzel fifty a baker of 1506 Plum Street shot himself in the right temple yesterday after leaving his home and being found by August Rorke proprietor of a bake shop at Fifteenth and Plum. He was taken to the city hospital in an Auto Patrol with little chance of recovery. Patrolmen Manley and Cole investigated but could not determine a motive.
Unofficial dispatches from Pekin report Standard Oil Company of America to lend the Chinese government 15 million dollars in exchange for significant concessions in Shansi Province. The move is viewed as the most important development for American interests in China since the earlier six power loan negotiations.
A fragmented report notes slightly warmer conditions with a low near 15 to 20 degrees. It mentions temperature rises across Ohio West Virginia and Indiana with unclear details about the rest of the forecast.
Memory of the battleship disaster in Havana is recalled in a celebration with two speakers pictured. The coverage notes bared guilt and features a speaker lineup.
Captain Edward Johnson of the wrecked Monroy testified at a government inquiry into the January disaster off the Virginia Capes. He said he warned passengers, launched lifeboats, and rescued a colored passenger and a white passenger, while eight boats and six life rafts remained unused. He argued that time and conditions prevented avoiding the collision, and that Captain Berry could not have done more to avert the wreck.
Berlin telegram reports a sentry at Bruns wick palace observed a young woman alone and whistled to her. The woman ignored the call and entered the palace. Prince Prnst Duke of Brunswick, married to the Kaiser's daughter, summoned the soldier. He denied the charge but offered an apology. the Duke cautioned him, warning of punishment if repeated.
Washington reports a waterway construction bill totaling 348 million dollars for national river and harbor improvements. Chairman Sparkman will present the measure to the House for swift passage and aims to fund the Ohio River with 359,000 dollars for general openings at the open canal and Gene Naener locks and dams, continuing work already planned.
Harry M. Daugherty, chairman of the Republican state committee, told Republican lawmakers in a letter from Columbus on February 12 that he would not accept the chairmanship nor any office with the state committee this year. He said he would have referred a year ago if not for internal party pressures and a sense of duty.
Local detectives assisted federal authorities in a search for a 23 year old man described as a stamp seller. The man reportedly waited for customers to buy cheap two cent portage stamps in the area yesterday.
A woman accuses a blind senator of attempting to force his attentions on her in a room. The witness alleges the senator admitted the act. The case centers on alleged misconduct involving the senator and the unnamed accuser.
District Court in Washington closes its second day as Mrs. Minnie Bond and witnesses including Dr. J H Earp Kirby Fitzpatrick and T E B Robertson testify on the alleged assault and related political appointments amid cross examination and claims of a public cover up. The defense pressed to discredit Bond while noting the October Washington appointment and Gore campaign links.
Special to The American Prankert Kentucky February. A drastic liquor regulation bill was introduced in the House today by Bp. Lott Han cock county. The bill provides for a county license commission appointed by the Governor and nontransferable licenses costing 1000. It bars distillers or brewers from owning saloons, requires a petition by 25 percent of householders, and sets remonstrative action by 80 percent. Hours from morning until 10 at night. Related measures on parole and sentence were offered in the Senate by Webster Helm Newport.
Trimmers representing four leading Cincinnati houses organize the Cincinnati Window Trimmers Association to promote cooperation between trimmers and merchants. J. D. Williams and George H. Lacken were elected temporary chair and secretary, with John F. Weber, J. N. Donahue and L. B. Woest chosen to draft a constitution and bylaws.
New York February 1 1914 Brooklyn club announced it has closed an option with the Cincinnati Club for infielder Egan. Bean will report to manager Robinson of the Brooklyn club for assignments.
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