Democratic push loosens navy promotion snobbery
The Madison Herald notes a shift in U S Navy policy under the Democratic administration. Previously an Annapolis graduate could be blocked from advancement despite merit. Secretary Daniels now allows enlisted men who prove fitness to be promoted to officer rank, rewarding faithful service and study.
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Senator Dominguez Reported Missing in Mexico City
A Mexican senator who denounced Huerta as an assassin vanished after being sighted near Cuernavaca. He was later found in Coyocan, reportedly killed by Huerta’s order. Huerta's grip tightens as Congress is suspended and a new election schedule is set for October 20.
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Nine Loaded Cars Wrecked Near North Vernon Indiana
Nine railroad cars carrying automobiles and fruit derailed near North Vernon on the New York Central line. Engineer Lon Harding of Albany suffered a broken arm and several bruises after the cars jumped the track. cause cited as a box car breaking in two.
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New Albany
Bremao
Horror of Burning Ship at Sea Claims 107 Aboard
A blazing vessel named Poomed Vegen led to the loss of 107 aboard as the ship burned at sea. Rescue efforts by nearby ships saved several passengers while authorities investigate the cause.
Courage and Heroism Mark Volturno Disaster Rescue
Reports from Carmania recount heroic rescue efforts after the Volturno fire. Captain Inch Phoocharnge and crew faced peril as lifeboats were manned amid a raging storm, with 561 passengers and 93 crew aboard. 55 passengers and 76 crew rescued, while many perished. Government ship Donegal dispatched to salvage remains and recover anything found in lifeboats.
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Retains Mrs Vayhiewr Re elected By Overwhelming Vote
In South Bend a local council or group reports Mrs Vayhiewr re elected by an overwhelming vote. The afternoon tally favored Mia Wayhinger with results to be officially announced next week. A marriage session and reports from Indiana editor Mrs Lucha FP McWuairter and state organizer Mattie Cammack Gibson are noted.
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Uhlan Sets New World Trot Mile Record in Lexington
Uhlan the world trotter owned by C K G Balings and driven by Charles Tanner lowered the mile world record to 1 58 yesterday in Lexington. Ideal track and weather aided the pace as Uhlan trotted in magnificent form, drawing ovation at the finish for the new mark, surpassing last year’s 1 58 record.
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Uhlan
C.K .G. Balings
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Charles Tanner
Notice of Administration for David Lyle Estate
The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Jefferson County Indiana appoints John M. Gray as Administrator of the deceased David Lyle's estate declared insolvent. P. E. Bear Attorney filed on October 4 1913 with octow3t.
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Jefferson County
Indiana
Circuit Court
David Lyle
John M. Gray
P. E. Bear
Huerta Declares Dictatorship and Rewrites Constitution
Huerta proclaims himself dictator in Mexico City, overturns the constitution, assumes former powers of Congress, revives arrest exemptions for members, and issues orders to the Department of Justice. In Washington, Bryan informs Mexico that the U.S. will not tolerate violence against imprisoned deputies and senators and will take no more steps until developments. Reports say Britain, Germany, and France may back U.S. intervention if needed. Diaz warned by cables of possible assassination plot to prevent his journey to Vera Cruz.
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Flood Losses in Ohio Valley Estimated at 200 Million
The U S geological survey reports Indiana and Ohio flood damage at 200 million dollars from last spring's Ohio valley flood. It notes floods in the Ohio valley are increasingly common and stresses the urgent need for flood prevention measures nationwide.
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Washington
United States Geological Survey
Ohio Valley
War Department
Indiana
Ohio
Aviator Southeilland Death in Air Crash
In Oran Algeria on October 13 military aviator Justin Southeilland killed himself by firing a weapon at two thousand feet. His unmanned monoplane plunged to earth and was wrecked in the incident.
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Algeria
Justin Southeilland
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