President Wilson Addresses Congress on Mexico Peace Efforts
President Wilson appeared before Congress in Washington on August 27 to outline U S aims in Mexico. He called for a cautious policy, urged Americans to leave Mexico, and said the United States would watch for Americans harmed, with possible reckoning. Huerta’s rejection note and Lind’s role were noted as pivotal. The address followed a tense exchange with Huerta and ongoing diplomatic maneuvers in Vera Cruz and Mexico City.
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Associated Press
Washington
Wilson
Congress
Mexico
Huerta
United States
Republic
Gamboa
Mexico City
George Washington
Senate
House
Clark
Marshall
Big House
Hwerta
John Lind
America
Senor Gamon
Bryan
Henry D. Condon
White House
Enators
Capitol
Vera Cruz
Ryan
William Bayard Hale
President's message signals strict embargo on arms to Mexico
The document notes indicate the president’s address to the nation will be tightly controlled with possible advance copies limited. It states a firm stance against recognizing Huerta and urges a halt on shipments of arms and gasoline to Mexico. A border troop buildup is mentioned as a precaution. SPECIAL NOTICE.
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Huerta
United States
Mexico City
Trevino
Administration
Walter Powell
Mexico
Ona St
Grafton
Trallty
Tomregard
City Council Lowers Levy Set Recently
City council sessions resumed after adjournment and approved a levy originally set in August. Members debated 45 and 40 cent options, settling on 45 cents for general funds with 10 cents for bonds. various deductions and appropriations followed including street work and sewer projects. An electric department plan proposes a new generator to boost capacity up to 100 units, deemed economical and likely to gain citizen support.
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Illiamson
Baltimore
Scott
Jaco
Poe
Cemetery Road
Luzadder Street
Dewey Avenue
Haslop Street
Bridge Street
Shanley Alley
Pike Street
Colored Baptist Church
Phe Uch
R. HE. Blaney
Blaney
Thayer
Barett Street
Barrett Street
Fifth Ward
Rosa Jones
London Strikers Grip City as Government Offices Affected
Strong pickets of construction and electric trades aimed to halt work at Buckingham Palace Marlborough House the Admiralty and Downing Street in August. Strikers gain ground with many employers granting demands while government institutions and public museums feel the impact. Candles illuminate official offices as elevators fail.
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Associated Bress Dispatch
London
Admiralty
School Board Confirms 54 Cent Levy Plan
Board meeting last night approved a 54 cent levy set August 12 with 10 cents for sinking fund 10 cents for High School and 24 cents for the teachers fund. All board members were present.
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Board of Education
Boy Uninjured After Auto Struck on Washington Street
A boy from Washington Street escaped serious harm after being struck by a Michigan car from the Standard Garage Company while at play on the sidewalk. He was examined by Dr. Warden and found to have only minor scratches, then walked home. The incident occurred around 9 pm as he bounded into the street. the driver stopped within feet and the car did not pass over him. Carl Vance was named postmaster at Clarkeburg, succeeding Sherman Denham, after serving as John W. Davis campaign manager.
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Red Helt
Washington Street
Standard Garage Company
Carl Vance
Clarkeburg
Sherman Denham
Vance
John W. Davis
Thaw Case Sparks Wild Canadian Court Cheering
Harry Thaw wins a preliminary skirmish in court as New York state is ruled out. A dramatic outburst cheers Thaw and a British flag as spectators wave handkerchiefs and hats. Jerome and New York lawyers retire to a hotel to issue a guarded statement amid the uproar. August 27.
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Sherbrooke
New York State
Lwayers
Harry Thaw
Matteawan
Globensky
Jerome
United States
Dominion of Canada
Canada
Jacobs
Three Cars Jump Track Blocks Rail Line at Salem
Three cars of number 97 fast freight on the Monongah Division jumped the track at Salem around midnight, blocking the main line for several hours. The wreck cleared by daylight with no injuries reported. Train 2 was detoured via the Virginia Short Line and reached its destination about 8 this morning. Also, a baby girl was born to J E Plum, B&O chief caller, at Knotts avenue, and congratulations pour in. Clarksburg tin mill strike settlement follows with Steubenville workers also returning to work after defiance of agitators.
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Salem
J. E. Plum
Knotts Avenue
Mrs. Plum
Clarksburg
Steubenville
White slave cases among items set for federal term
Federal court term opens next Tuesday with Judge Keller at Webster Springs to hear white slave cases and revenue law violations, plus theft from interstate carriers and other crimes. A special term in Charleston will be held under Judge Dayton.
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Associated Press Dispatch
Charleston
Keller
Webster Springs
United States Court
Dayton
Walker Hk Endorsement of Chilton Walker Hk Endorsement
Washington August 27 Senator Chilton endorsed Stuart W. Walker of Martinsburg as United States district attorney for the northern district of West Virginia. Walker, in Washington, says the endorsement boosts his chances. Other applicants include T. B. Riley of Wheeling and Hugh H. McCormick of Charleston. appointment expected next winter.
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Washington
D. C
Chilton,s
Stuart W. Walker
Martinsburg
Chaiman
West Virginia
United States
Walker
Cliiton
Riley
Wheelng
Hugh H. McCormick
Charleston
West Virginia Property Valuation Rises in 1913 Totals
Charleston August 27 figures from the state tax commissioner show West Virginia total property valuation for 1913 subject to taxation at 2.246 billion dollars, up 77 million from 1912. Personal property 263 million, real estate 670 million, public service corporations 312 million. Largest increase in Kanawha County at 12 million. Brooke County shows a decrease.
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Charleston
State Tax Commissioner
West Virginia
Public Service
Kanawha County
Brooke County
Teachers Praise Institute for Practical Lessons
Teachers expressed strong approval for this week’s institute noting plain clear instruction that even beginners can grasp. Eugene W. Chafin on Prohibition linked alcohol to accidents and public health while Miss Hamilton and Mr. Smith sang, and Mr. Marsh spoke on teachers’ challenges and value of a proper program.
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Mr. Wilson
Bedford
Miss Hamilton
Mr. Smith
Marsh
Eugene W. Chafin
United States
Mr. Chafin
Kansas
Chafin
Chatin
Minnie
Louie Byer
Detective Frank Selton arrested for defrauding Mannington youth
Aug 27 report from Mannington and St Louis describes Detective Frank Selton arrested by Deputy Buckley and Constable Riggs for defrauding Ray Venisel of 26 dollars. He previously faced theft charges linked to property washed away at Eureka Park. Additional items note Hartman, a keeper, and Selton’s transport to Mannington and quarantine status.
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Ray Wensel
Mannington
Fairmont
Frank Selton
Sherim Buckley
Riggs
Ray Venisel
Eensel
Eureka Park
High Atera
Shelton
Mannington l
Associated Press Dispatch
Jorney Morris
ST. Louis
George
Kim A. Hartman
Quarentine
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Woolworth
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Thaw
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Walker Hk
Chilton
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Leper
George Hartman
Jean Ryland
Cumberlands
Lucille Cook
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