15 Aug 1913
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Newspaper
Fayetteville Daily
Location
Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1913
Page
1
United Press reports in Washington on August 15 that Ambassador Wilson was not yet asked to resign after a presidential rebuke. No further word from Lind. Uprooted refugees fleeMexico into the United States with 150 arriving at Galveston as the border situation unfolds.
The University of Arkansas announces new faculty appointments for 1914. Harry Strauss becomes Latin and Greek professor after Chicago and Kentucky posts. W R Wheelock named head of extension in the College of Agriculture, a University of Ohio graduate with extensive extension and farm management experience. W L Fowler joins the Animal Husbandry department from Missouri, a University of Missouri graduate with five years in the department. McArthur, Idaho A and M graduate, is named assistant in animal pathology. M comes from the University of Idaho, long connected there. L Osborn, Iowa State honor graduate, named assistant in agronomy. Walter Fields of Idaho named new assistant in Plant Pathology, Amour also Idaho graduate to assist in Horticulture, Seymour brings fruit-experience from Idaho, Washington, and California.
A report from Douglas Arizona says representatives of all constitutionalist factions met last night and reached a complete understanding eliminating conflicts. Obregon plans a vigorous campaign against Guaymas upon his return after past ammunition shortages hampered attacks. Mrs Sue Hurst returns home after three months north. The corn crop across several states remains practically ruined. Try a Want Ad in The...
President Wilson formally reprimanded Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson for an impropriety linked to a press interview about Mexico and Huerta. Secretary Bryan sent a cable to Grey at the British Foreign Office disavowing responsibility and signaling the U.S. stance on the incident. The piece also notes candy advertisements, church notices, and a lighthearted exchange about an expensive gift.
Lieutenant Governor Glynn demands the governor’s powers amid impeachment efforts in Albany. Sulzer resists surrender as lawyers prepare court action to restrain his exercise of executive authority. A friend accuses Tamany forces of vote buying. officials race to clarify lines of authority and control.
A chaotic scene in Hampton New York Aug saw 130 children narrowly escape a fire on the upper floor as firemen battled flames and smoke. Home attachments aided evacuation while guests recalled a reunion of old friends despite extreme heat and choking dust filling the venue.
Workmen invaded the Wit i grounds during a hot day and fought off swarms of yellow jackets. The insects damaged trees and shrubs after the June 30 storm while workers moved to clear debris and restore the area before week’s end. President Wilson’s building was referenced in context of national issues as work continued locally.
DeForest Ticknero of Lansing barely escaped death after disturbing a nest of hornets while painting the dome of the state capitol 275 feet high. He climbed from the stairway to the exterior, was attacked by hornets, and struggled to return to a safe window and refuge.
Mrs. Sue Earle Turner, wife of M. R. Turner, died yesterday afternoon after months of illness at the ty Hospital. She endured long suffering with Christian fortitude and was known for her faithful service to others. She married W. R. Turner five years ago and will be interred in Boek tomorrow.
In San Francisco on August 15, Lola Noris resumed cross examination as an ideal witness for the state in the Diggs Caminetti white slavery trial. The testimony contrasted with Martha Warrington, delivered with urgency and detail as reporters noted. A separate brief item mentions an American motorist in a Scottish town cited for speeding after a local notice reading Dead Slow.
United Press reports that famine in beef is anticipated after the drought. The piece notes stringent meat rules may restrict meat imports and distribution, with officials warning of shortages and possible shortages affecting supply chains.
Seventeen election officials, ten Democrats and seven Republicans, were indicted in Chicago for alleged ballot tampering to favor the States Attorney.
Washington August 15 The first definite effort by Democrats to secure an early vote on the tariff bill failed in the senate as Republicans gave notice that consideration would continue indefinitely. They denied filibustering but said the bill would be debated fully before any final vote. Both parties saw the Mays developments as delaying congress until late October or November. President Wilson indicated he would not approve a recess until the currency bill was disposed of. Democrats and some supporters of a recess feared a continuous session.
Fragmented lines discuss the challenge of crafting concise headlines within column rules. The piece reflects on the effort to convey meaning with limited space and the pressure on editors to balance clarity and brevity.
A compact reflective verse fragment notes many harbor dreams of future schemes though most remain unrealized. The speaker contrasts lofty plans with ordinary life and persistent hopeful toil, underscoring human tendency to delay action while clinging to aspiration.
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