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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1914
Page
7
Vera Cruz May 2 report on military occupation under Mexican civil government, martial law in effect. Marines and bluejackets assist orderly operations as consulates and transports arrange movements to New Orleans and other ports.
Washington May 2 Acceptance of mediation by General Carranga chief of the constitutionalists is the most hopeful development since the plan was attempted. Huerta’s removal is seen as a minimum goal for both sides, with prospects for an armistice if either party agrees to halt fighting and the broader peace process proceeds.
Cable dispatches from New York report the Ecuadoran uprising failing. Leaders Anteede and Pasquel are held after attempts to overthrow the government were thwarted. Rebel forces suffered setbacks as authorities tightened control and restored order.
In Chihuahua the constitutionalists announce their stance toward the United States stays unchanged despite Veracruz occupation. Carranza accepts mediation from Argentina Brazil and Chile. The leaders chatted privately then rode together through the city, and Carranza plans to accompany Villa to Torreon to review rebel troops.
Brownsville, May 2. Mexican constitutionalists now control the entire Mexico border frontier along the Rio Grande from Texas, a stretch about 800 miles long. Nuevo Laredo Piedras Negras Matamoras Juarez and other border towns are under rebel sway with garrisons at several points and federal forces evacuated after Vera Cruz.
Rio Janeiro May. Dr Laure Miller says Brazil Argentina and Chile propose mediating between the United States and Mexico. The three republics share the aim of peace and Europe is watching their efforts to avert war with interest.
After extensive clinic trials in Cologne doctors announce the average purge rate of subjects free from heart defects is five a minute during sleep and seventy four when awake, with all subjects logging rest in bed.
New Haven April 4 Former Peace William Howard Taft is resting after a slight injury to a nose and not feeling well enough to walk. His physicians advise a period of rest and he has canceled an intended appearance at a Phi Upsilon fraternity meeting in Providence tomorrow.
In Tokio on April 30 General Velanques of the Mexican army, who had been in Japan on government business, has departed Fob chame aboard the steamship Mary for Mansanillo. He was called by Huerta seeking aid as his forces maneuver at sea.
Great Britain’s leading rail operator announces a major modernization program aimed at expanding freight capacity and improving passenger service. The move signals a shift toward enhanced safety standards, digital signaling, and fleet upgrades across key routes.
Eccles West Virginia April reports say about 178 miners buried in No 6 shaft after explosion wrecked three of four shafts at New River Collieries. Sixty seven rescued alive. rescuers reached near bottom but debris blocked progress. Officials fear many entombed. coffins ordered as rescue efforts continue amid dangerous conditions.
Des Moines Iowa April 20 A secretary of state discovery reveals that prohibitionists and voters with no party are barred from voting for judges under the nonpartisan judgeship law Only recognized party voters may vote and 7746 citizens are denied a vote as the law stands Potential complications could threaten the entire primary law and its operation
Upton Sinclair his wife and three other women were arrested outside 26 Broadway the Standard Oil building after a sidewalk demonstration protesting Colorado coal strikes. They were charged with disorderly conduct and taken to Tombs court. Mrs Sinclair was released.
A late Consul report from Vera Cruz notes refugees arriving from Co told of harsh imprisonment. They were herded like cattle through streets to a small jail where 40 prisoners crowded a single room as mobs threw decayed fruit and stones, threatening their lives.
A terse Washington dispatch notes inquiries about residents of Fort Madison amid reports of family disruption. The item mentions Senator Kea and other officials, with fragmentary claims about a marriage, two children, and travel or hardship connected to a Mexican route, all lacking full details.
Portland, Ore April 80. Four bodies were recovered from the ruins of a block of old frame houses on the east side after a morning blaze. Several persons were injured, two seriously, and three horses burned. The fire began in the home of G. T. Smith, whose family narrowly escaped. Tenants fled in their nightwear, some hurt leaping from windows. Additional bodies may be found as searchers continue.
Duluth April 30. The steamer Benjamin Noble was lost off Duluth and 20 men are dead. Wreckage found on Park Point. Lifesavers could not launch a boat due to high seas and no one reached shore. Five vessels overdue headed for the port. Crews of the overdue ships include William H. Truesdel Willis King F T Heffelfinger Sheldon Parks and David Morton. Search by wireless and tug Captains located the Noble wreck on a reef near Minnesota Point confirming the loss of the crew. No bodies ashore.
President Wilson asks Kentucky Mine Operators' Association and Alabama Mine Operators to come to Washington for a mediation conference. Secretary Wilson requested the meeting to mediate the Colorado mine strike. Italian ambassador seeks protection for Italians amid Colorado strike riots after the murder of six children.
El Imparcial claims Velasco and Villa led victorious forces into El Paso on a Thursday and established HQ in a leading hotel. Americans supposedly capitulated, ceding the southern half of the city back to Mexico amid negotiations.
Washington reports most American consular officers in Mexico have closed their offices under State Department orders. They have turned over business to Brazilian and French consuls and are exiting the country. Some offices remain unreachable, but the State Department says no final action yet.
A $600,000 shipment of constitutionalist currency bound for Bunora and other points in Buorno was detained by local military authorities. It has been released and is now en route. The War Department ordered the release on an appeal by constitutionalist representatives based on Judge Peasey at Bel Tex. The ruling held currency not subject to war laws and that exporting constitutionalist funds to Mexico does not violate embargo provisions.
Government action targets retail food dealers after prices soared and shopkeepers faced public pressure. An official price list is issued to standardize costs amid reported profiteering and widespread discontent. The measure signals a crackdown on high markup practices.
A Brennen, a woman lawyer from Australia, is chosen to represent the case. The decision protects her client’s care and outlines the robe of barrivier as a guiding authority.
Captain Joseph H. Griffiths of the A and A quartermaster corps, who fled a Beattle court martial after a $98,000 government funds embezzlement claim and an earlier $8,000 shortage, was captured in Oakland by Lieut. Col. Arthur W. Yates. He awaits removal to the Presidio. A Tahiti steamer ticket was found on him.
In ForbesColorado a fierce attack by striking miners on the Rocky Mountain Fuel camp left seven dead and much of the mine complex burned. About 900 strikers assaulted at dawn, sparking a prolonged battle that ended with the attackers retreating into the hills as militiamen were summoned and federal troops prepared to move in. Nearby guards and workers suffered injuries amid rampant flames and gunfire.
California railroad commission ends probe into Pullman rules. It gives the company 30 days to remedy ten abuses. Findings allege foremen use wage practices that rely on public tips to supplement workers' pay.
Vera Cruz April 2 reports mixed feelings among General Funston's officers as deserters and refugees mingle with naval personnel at local cafes. Soldiers, short on supplies, discuss scarce ration relief amid disrupted lines and uncertain fate.
Reports say federal troops may enter northern Colorado coal camps as violence flares near Warrenburg and Walden. Militia and guards engage strikers. one private reportedly wounded, rumors of more casualties unconfirmed. Horace Hawkine of the United Mine Workers urges restraint to aid order restoration. Local volunteers organize protective duty while legislature members arrive for the May session.
Reports show a two hour fight beginning at 5 AM at Forbest in San Atinitas county ended with the strikers retreating toward Herwind canyon. Cavalry units E and MM were to reach the Fremont county mine by forenoon as orders for 71 militiamen were issued to entrain for Walsenburg to aid troops there. Fighting at Walsenburg mine reportedly resumed after a lull, with guards and militia defending against strikers firing from long range.
Pittsburg Kansas April 3 John P White president of the United Mine Workers arrived to attend a district convention and refused to comment on President Wilson sending federal troops to the Colorado strike zone saying he has absolutely nothing to say on that matter.
The second squadron of the Fifth United States cavalry, about 100 men, led by Capt. C. C. Smith, left Fort Leavenworth for Trinidad at 3 this morning. They traveled without mounts and are expected to arrive in Trinidad early tomorrow.
The Japanese government reportedly declined to intervene for Huerta in the Mexico United States clash. Tokyo did not instruct its Washington diplomats or U S consuls to assist Huerta before Mexico sought Spain's mediation. The action aims to preserve strict neutrality, pleasing Wilson administration and signaling goodwill toward the United States.
The civil service commission announced examinations for fourth class postmasters in South Dakota. Exam dates run June 1 to 27, with the principal test on June 20 at Aberdeen, Fort Pierre, Brookings, Canton, Deadwood, Keet Springs, Hot Springs, Lead, Lemmon, Madison, Mitchell, Pierre, Rapid City, Redfield, Sioux Falls, Vermillion, Watertown, Webster, and Yankton. Nearly all fourth class offices in the state are affected.
In Dubuque Iowa Judge Ree fined the Great Western Thyway company six hundred ten dollars for 16 hour law violations based on 61 counts. Felton, president of the Great Western, pleaded not guilty and attributed the breaches to employee initiative rather than official order. The offenses occurred in Iowa in 1913.
Cornell Blufts of Omaha was taken to a hospital during the state convention of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen in Blufts. He collapsed at the venue Friday night and remained under medical care.
Vera Cruz April 10 The patroles have been careful with natives avoiding heavy handedness. Spanish officials in Mexico City seek to convince Generals Huerta to publish the truth about conditions in the capital. Pletcher and staff urge departing Mexican refugees to relay the full facts to inland cities to quell misperceptions.
Washington April 30 The mediation envoys Da Gama Naon and Suares urged an armistice from Mexico and Brazil and Chile notified General Huerta. The United States if war not recognized may accept mediation. The plan aims to halt active operations while further talks proceed. Rebels not included and constitutionalist issue to be addressed later.
In Senate action Senator Fall condemned the navy department withdrawal of warships from Tampico. An attempt by Reed and Gore to block telegrams describing conditions failed. Telegrams alleged American officials hid facts while British and French ships protected U S citizens. At Vera Cruz no troops landed. Morro Castle transport arrived with marines onboard.
William Derguson, 49, once connected to a Missouri drug trade paper, is under arrest in Seattle awaiting St. Louis officers. He is alleged to have defrauded a Missouri newspaper and the National Bank of Commerce of St. Louis of 14 000 and has waived extradition.
A discrepancy in the initiative petition filed with the secretary of state, totaling 34 949 signatures, could keep the Sanat measure off the ballot unless supplementary names are filed before August.
In Washington the Senate library committee today favored reported Dill for a memorial to Joan Ericson to honor the Monitor. The action signals support for erecting the tribute in the capital.
The revenue cutter Mohawk assisted the stranded steamer Frederica which ran aground near Harvey's Cedary close to Asbury Park. Eight or more aboard the vessel were reported in danger as the sea conditions worsened and the crew prepared for possible rescue operations.
An unclear report dated April 2 describes a government related incident in Prata town, with scrambled wording about a fire or event affecting locals. Names and precise details are not readable, but the item notes official action and situational impact in the Dominican region.
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