Mediation Crisis Passed In Mexican Power Struggle
International report from Niagara Falls states mediators have concluded a crisis in Mexico and will name a Constitutionalist to head the government. Huerta concedes, with U S pressure shaping the choice, while Carranza’s note remains undisclosed. Delegates present a long list of candidates identified with the revolution.
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Niagara Falls
Mexico
Carranza
Hueta
Huerta
United States
Armament Vessel Arrives as Constitutionalists Prepare Armies
Tampico reports the steamer Ampila docking with three million arms ammunition an aeroplane and other war materiel. Unloading to begin soon as Constitutionalists vow to arm if US intervention fails. Meanwhile forces attack Mazatlan and Federals risk surrender.
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Tampico
Ampila
United States
Explosion at Mallingekrodt Chemical Works Ruins Plant
Fire at the Mallingekrodt Chemical Works in St Louis destroys the plant with an estimated loss of $1,000,000. The blaze began from an ether explosion and fire rippled with subsequent blasts. No casualties reported.
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St. Louis
Mallingekrodt Chemical Works
Acquittal in Juvenile Assault Case Delivers Verdict
Mack Burton, a 15 year old Negro, was acquitted in the law and equity court of a serious charge involving a little Negro girl. Defense by C. L. Price with Wert and Lynn assisting solicitor Hutson for the prosecution.
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C. L. Price
Wert & Lynn
Hutson
Consolidation and Commission Rule Debate in Decatur
Prominent Decatur residents push consolidation and commission government for the unified city. Mayor Wolcott endorses the plan as favorable, while City Clerk Colter supports an equitable arrangement, urging action rather than delay.
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R. H. Wolcott
United City
E. W. Colter
Decatur
Woman's Convention Divided Over Suffrage Debate
In Chicago the Federation of Womans' Clubs sits split on suffrage amid lukewarm delegates. Miss Jane Adams lauds suffrage as a social necessity. The convention also passes a resolution against modern fashion trends including slit skirts and tight undergarments as cooler weather arrives for 30,000 delegates.
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International News Service
Chicago
Federation of Womans’ Clubs
Jane Adams
Paroled Man McCrutcheon After Manslaughter Conviction
Tom McCrutcheon, previously convicted of manslaughter for killing Corbin Hood with a rock, has been paroled by Governor O'Neal after an initial conviction, an appeal, a new trial, and a higher seven year sentence.
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Tom McCrutcheon
O'Neal
McCrutcheon
Corbin Hood
Trade Stimulation To Begin Next Friday In Decatur
A voting contest for 100 dollars in cash prizes kicks off Friday June 12 at the Masonic theatre. Decatur Alabama merchants issue trade tickets for 25 cent purchases, each ticket equals one vote, with limits of ten votes per paid admission. Prizes total 100 dollars across four intervals ending July 31.
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Masonic Theatre
Decaturs
Rebels gain victory as constitutionalists suffer setback
A June 11 despatch from Washington reports that rebels captured a key position, delivering a setback to constitutionalists. Details suggest significant gains in the conflict and shifting momentum in the ongoing struggle.
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International .News. Service
Washington
Dictator Resigns Reported Amid Negotiations at Niagara Falls
Refugees from the Capital say Huerta's family fled to Porto Mexico on Tuesday morning. The dictatorship's resignation rests with the Brazilian minister and will be announced once Niagara Falls talks yield agreement.
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International News Service
George Perkins to Testify to ICC on Rail Deal
George Perkins the New York financier will testify when the Interstate Commerce Commission reopens its inquiry into the Baltimore and Ohio and the C. H. and D. deal. Perkins is said to have engineered the transfer to J. P. Morgan and may recount inside workings. The inquiry will wait until the advance rate case decision is issued this month.
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International News Service
Washington
George Perkins
New York
Interstate Commerce Commission
Baltimore
Oakland Park to Open Tomorrow Night
The Oakland Park pavilion will open tomorrow night with music. The park is a popular recreation site for the Decatur public and residents welcome the announcement of its opening.
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Oakland Park
Oakland Park Pavilion
W. T. Rowden Begins Repairs After Fire Damage
W. T. Rowden has started repairs on his home following a recent fire that damaged the residence.
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W. T. Rowden
Charged With Vagrancy Arrest Report
Red Rowe, a Black man, was jailed last night by Deputy Sheriff Crabtree on a vagrancy charge.
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Red Rowe
Crabtree
Pettus on Brief Vacation with Parents in Alabama
Professor H A Pettus visits his parents Hon R E Pettus and wife during a holiday. He recently became principal of Covington County High School at Florala near the Florida line, praised for building a strong new county high school and eyed for statewide education leadership in Alabama.
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H. A. Pettus
R. E. Pettus
Westea _Auringa
Caahibenen
Pettus
New Decatur
Covington County
Florala
Florida
Professor Pettus
Alabama
Huntsville Daily Times
Alabama Supreme Court Awards Montgomery Share of Road Fund
The Alabama supreme court ruled Montgomery is entitled to 30 000 dollars from the county Board of Revenue as the city's portion of the road and bridge fund. The decision holds that every incorporated city in Alabama receives 50 percent of taxes paid to the county under the road and bridge law.
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International News Service
Montgomery
Alabama Supreme Court Today
County Board of Revenue
State of
Alabama
Attempted plot to blow up Westminster Abbey uncovered
A June 11 discovery revealed a plan to blow up Westminster Abbey with a bomb placed under the coronation chair. The device exploded causing extensive damage before police and Scotland Yard officials intervened to prevent further attacks.
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International News Service
Westminster Abbey
Scotland Yard
President of League Elected in North Alabama
Rev. W. G. Echols of Tuscaloosa was today chosen president of the Ep worth League of North Alabama. He succeeds prior leaders and assumes duties for the regional youth organization.
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International News Service
W. G. Echols
Tuscaloosa
Epworth League of
North Alabama
Willard Roosevelt Wedding Draws Madrid Honor
Miss Belle Willard and Kermit Roosevelt married in a religious ceremony at the British embassy chapel in Madrid. The ceremony was led by Dr Samuel Watson with Rev Herbert Brown assisting as King Alfonso and Queen Victoria figures observed. The bride wore ivory satin and tulle. the groom wore conventional attire. The reception followed with influential guests from diplomacy and American circles. The couple planned to leave for Sao Paulo Brazil to begin a South American expedition.
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International News Service
Madrid
Belle Willard
Kermit Roosevelt
Samuel Watson
American Episcopal Church of
Paris
Herbert Brown
Army
Navy
Belle Wyatt Willard
Joseph E. Willard
Spain
Willard
Col
Theodore Roosevelt
Alfonso
Queen Victoria
Mary Elizabeth Willare
Princess of
Roosevelt
Samuel N. Watson
Atohose
Sao Paulo
Leslie Strange Trial Begins in Robbery Case
Leslie Strange, a young negro, is placed on trial for taking part in the hold up of Messrs. Creal Lindsay and Gordon during which Hazard was shot. The state has a strong case with three white victims identifying Strange. The defense hints at drunkenness and raises corroborating testimony from Susie Stovall. The trial proceeds with Fred Lindsay to follow.
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Decaturs
Leslie’ Strange
Creal
Lindsay
Gordon
Hazard
Strange
Fred Lindsay
Susie Stovall
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