Sole Survivor Recounts Bluefields Massacre Ordeal
A boy, the only survivor, survived days amid a brutal massacre at Bluefields as others perished. The report describes his endurance and the chaotic aftermath of the attack.
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27 Jun 1910
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Monroe News Star in Monroe, Louisiana
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1910
Page
1
Wounded and Captured During Fierce Nicaragua Skirmish
New York lieutenant colonel Paul Mason, a staff officer to Gen. Louis Mena, survived a brutal Bluefields campaign, wounded in the thigh and mauled by a drumhead court martial. He faced death, captivity, and a hospital camp before being recaptured for treatment in Bluefields. Mason, barely twenty four, traveled for surgery and support after a deadly assault that left fifty dead among a hundred expected climbers to the crest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
The
Times-Democrat
Paul Mason
New York
Louis Mena
Imperator
Bluefields
Mason
Estrada Gause
Madriz
Managua
Mena
Champ Clark on Congress
Washington June 27 Representative Champ Clark Democratic leader in the House issues a statement critiquing the Republicans. He says they failed to lower tariffs, increased appropriations, and tout the railroad rate bill as improved due to Democratic and insurgent influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Champ Clark
House
Wickersham
Senate
Trench bombardment claims heavy Casado losses at Hill
Mason reports his unit suffered severe casualties during a trench attack with only four men reaching the trenches. He estimates at least fifty killed and about forty wounded, including himself, after heavy machine gun fire forced most to retreat toward the bush. He recalls leading a battery of machine guns at San Augustin before being ordered to draw fire with 100 men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mason
San Augustin
Jeffries 13. The favorite in fight
Reno June 27 The right to secure a picture report of the Battle of the Century will cost close to 200000 based on the share prices agreed by Jeffries Johnson and Promoter Rickard Gleason Rickard partner is said to be the only interested party not disposed of his share Jeffries to receive two thirds of the 100000 and Richard one third with 100000 on deposit in a Reno bank betting houses post odds of 10 to 6 on Jeffries but no large wagers reported yet
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reno
Jeffries
Johnson
Rickard
Gleason
Richard
William T. Rock
Bold robbery at Five Points
A train robbery at Five Points halted service as passengers were relieved of valuables. No injuries reported and investigators secured the scene. Local authorities urged witnesses to come forward with any information.
Ue OPERALL Fatally Hurt In Barricade Standoff
Three Ue OPERALL were fatally wounded during a barricade incident as they defied sheriff's officers. The clash ended with fatalities and the suspect killed by law enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ue Operall
Taft's son in trouble robs train in Utah incident
At Five Points Utah Oregon Short Line passenger train No 1 was held up this morning, robbers took valuables totaling several thousand dollars while no money was in the express car. A sheriff and a posse pursue the fugitives. The report notes Taft's son and Uncle Joe Cannon optimistic about returning with a Republican majority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utah
Desperado Bostick Dies After Nighttime Shootout
In Georgia near Ocilla W H Bostick killed three men and wounded three others before militia captured his barracks. He died within an hour as five children in the house were rescued unharmed. The report notes a likely fatal bullet from the posse confrontation. A separate notice announces a medical partnership in Calhoun Louisiana with doctors B L Hodge and D Hodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta, Ga
W. H. Bostick
Posse
Deputy Sheriff Faces Grand Larceny Charge
A deputy sheriff has been charged with grand larceny. The trial is set for tomorrow before Justice J. N. Dale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Dale
Shooting at Forest Grove plantation sparks jealousy feud
In Houma Louisiana on a Thursday at 7 am a dispute between Jerry Green and Jid Fulton ended with Fulton shooting Green three times as Green fled. Two shots hit Green in the back. jealousy is suspected as the motive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houma
Forest
Fulton
Green
Roosevelt to Enter Fight in New York for 1924 Nomination
Roosevelt plans to push into fall campaign despite his silence on politics. He may urge Governor Hughes to reconsider ruling out a third term and help mobilize the party to counter a possible New York defeat. The forthcoming conference with Hughes will shape state strategy and possible candidacy decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
New York
Roosevelt
Hughes
New York State
United State Supreme
Supreme Court
Albany
Taft Automobile Accident Injures Italian Worker
In Beverly Massachusetts on June 27 a Taft automobile driven by President Taft's son Robert struck and seriously injured an Italian laborer. Hospital reports indicate the man's skull may be fractured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beverly
Mass
Taft
Robert
Speaker Cannon Farewell Shapes Next Session Outlook
Washington June 27 Speaker Cannon paid a farewell call to the White House and spoke of his future plans noting the Republican majority will decide who will be the speaker next session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cannon
White House
All Executions Will be Private
Baton Rouge June 27. If Governor Sanders signs the Wilson bill the execution of every criminal in Louisiana will occur in Baton Rouge inside the State penitentiary. Prisoners will be moved there for execution in the penitentiary with at least one Board of Control member, a physician, and five witnesses present. The measure faced Senate opposition but was reversed after hearing the author, Mr Wilson, and had previously passed the House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Rouge
Sanders
Wilson
Louisiana
State Penitentiary
Board of Control
Senate
House
Freeman Killed Marshal Chenault in Rayville Fray
Word reaches Tallulah of a shooting at Rayville Louisiana where Town Marshal C C Chenault died. George Freeman a Rayville blacksmith is alleged to have killed Chenault after a dispute over tools at J T Bagby’s shop and attempted to kill Bagby. Freeman was arrested by Sheriff Traylor and may face lynching amid high local passion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Bagby
Freeman
Chenault
Bagby
Traylor
Richland Parish
Judge Lynch
Hotel Man Returns for Trial in McHenry Mississippi
J H Benton a local hotel proprietor vanished Tuesday night near McHenry Mississippi and was found Thursday night returning to face a trial in the local court his disappearance and return shaping a developing story with limited details available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McHenry
Miss
J. H. Benton
Ambush Silence Fails As Commission Bill Clears House
Baton Rouge report states Rep. Leon R R Smith of Caddo observed there was little opposition to House bill 298 creating a commission form of government for towns. A late roll call produced 39 no votes to 42 yes, prompting reconsideration and amended scope excluding Monroe Lake Charles and Baton Rouge. Mayor Jules Roux and May or Forsythe opposed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leon RR. Smith
Caddo
Smith
Ike Haas
Monroe
Third House
Allen
Mr. Smith
Tragic Electric Accident Claims Two Boys In Sardis
In Sardis on June 27 Hester Burns 12 and Audrey Dorr 10 were shocked by a charged Panola Electric line while up a tree. Burns died instantly and Dorr was badly bruised though a glimmer of hope remained for his recovery.
Sweetheart Left Her a Fortune in Australia Heir
Mrs. Dolly Baker of Coeur d'Alene Idaho is said to be heiress to 7 million dollars from her former sweetheart Arthur B. Travers who became a cattle king in Australia and died leaving the fortune to her. Attorney R. F. Filmore travels to Australia with proofs of identity to claim the inheritance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane, Wash
Dolly Baker
Coeur d'Alene City
Idaho
Arthur B. Travers
Montana
Australia
W. J. Grout
Baker
Travers
R. F. Filmore
Cardinal Gibbons to mark long priesthood and birth anniversaries
Baltimore Maryland June 27 Cardinal Gibbons will celebrate Thursday the forty ninth anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. He will celebrate on July 23 the seventy sixth anniversary of his birth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Cardinal Gibbons
Special Council Meeting on New Addition Opening
West Monroe council calls a special meeting for Tuesday night to plan opening the new addition by Eby and Austin. The session aims to arrange details for the forthcoming opening and related actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Monroe
Eby & Austin
Killing at Choudrant Ends in Fatal Shooting
In Choudrant a street fight ended with Coon Pinkard fatally shooting William Cook. Pinkard surrendered in Ruston to Sheriff Gahagan claiming self defense, was jailed awaiting grand jury action. He says Cook attacked and reached for a revolver as Pinkard fired twice. Details were unavailable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Slayer
Ruston
Gahagan
Pinkard
Cook
Men’s Ian Oxfords at Reduced Prices
Footwear retailer promotes Ian Oxfords with marked down pricing. The offer highlights a limited sale with emphasis on value and immediate availability at the store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ian Oxfords
General Assembly Struggles to Finish by Deadline
Lawmakers push to complete budget and measures as session faces mounting pressure to adjourn. Key committees review fiscal bills while negotiators seek agreement on contentious items before a constitutional deadline.
Nine Legislative Days in Louisiana Legislature
Special to the News-Star Baton Rouge June 27 the house and senate rush final passage with about one hundred House and Senate bills in the works while 449 introduced only 196 sent to the Senate of which 71 have moved and fourteen passed the governor has signed thirty bills as the house convenes at noon and the senate meets at 8 pm
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
News-Star
Baton Rouge
House
Senate
News-Scimitar to Drop Sunday Edition After June 26
Memphis paper withdraws Sunday morning issue citing weaker advertising support and rising white paper costs. The News-Scimitar will publish six days a week and refund prepaid subscribers for the unused Sunday portion while continuing to deliver daily news and features.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
News- Scimitar
News-Scimitar
Over a Billion Dollars Spent in Washington
The late session of Congress appropriated more than a billion dollars when continuing appropriations are included. Excluding continuities, about 894 million was allocated, with continuing appropriations around 1.66 billion last year and likely similar for the next year. Previous fiscal years show 883.9 million and 854.2 million in non continuing totals. Leaders claimed 50 million would be saved, but that did not materialize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
House
Senate
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Calhoun
B. L. Hodge
D Hodge
Jerry Green
Jid
Oyster Bay
Theodore
Colonel Per
Sists
Joe
Marshal Ghenault
Rayville
Terri
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Here
C. C
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Famous CC, Ltd
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Sage
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