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Newspaper
Naugatuck Daily News
Location
Naugatuck, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1920
Page
1
Washington insiders report President selects Bainbridge Colby to lead League of Nations policy. Democrats in the capital describe the choice as a steady hand to carry on the current international effort and maintain diplomatic continuity.
Fragmentary political item reports Dr. McAdoo gaining support despite White House hints. Mentions Wilson, Colby, cabinet grooming, and Democratic nomination prospects amid campaign challenges ahead of the election.
Washington reports May 10 that Gainbridge Colby secretary of state is the man President Wilson favors to carry on the fight for the reeue of Nations and the democratic nomination on the league issue. Some say Palmer could win White House approval, but McAdoo’s name is also mentioned though his backers doubt White House endorsement.
May Answer Wilsons Challenge to carry the league issue into the presidential election may be answered by the republicans here today when they meet to choose the temporary chairman for the national convention. Indications favor Lodge reservations with Lodge leading. Opposition grows to the plan for a split chairmanship. The committee on investments meets today to select a secretary and officers, fix seating, distribute tickets, and arrange convention details as national and executive committees prepare for several days of sessions.
President Wilson presses the Democratic Party to endorse ratification of the Versailles treaty with no reservations. He replies to Multnomah County chair Charles T. Parker urging delegates at the San Francisco convention to back immediate endorsement, signaling a party split over how to handle the treaty in the campaign.
Washington May 10 A powerful publisher trust has formed among magazines and big newspapers. Representative Mansfield says it harms free press and seeks to defer the zone mail system while polling 6 000 publishers showed 4 027 for the system and 1 984 against it. He warns it dominates editorial policies and threatens the nation.
Waterbury May 10 workers strike passes into its fourth week as thousands seek aid at New England Workers association headquarters. Over 250 distributes in two hours to needy families. Central committee meets with little decision. Tomorrow's vote could cripple local industries. 5 000 machinists and skilled workers consider joining the action for higher wages.
Credentials of the Turkish peace delegates were fortified at Versailles today for a forthcoming treaty. The agreement will be handed to them at the foreign office tomorrow.
A brief remark denounces the Versailles treaty and the Lode resolutions as utterly inconsistent with the nation's honor, reflecting sharp political criticism.
Boston reports indicate major labor tensions in New Bedford Providence and Lawrence as United Textile Workers seek 47 1 8 percent raises and Amalgamated Textile Union pushes 10.5 percent. More than 76,000 workers are involved amid meetings and countercharges. A New Bedford gathering aims to decide on demands while Lawrence resists a general walkout.
The Jennie Zimmerman trial resumes in the Massachusetts superior court. Charged with murdering Dr Jen ry Zimmerman, her cousin and alleged lover, she claimed he promised marriage but pursued another woman. Police say four of five gunshots struck the victim.
The text quotes criticisms labeling the treaty as unAmerican while urging that true Americanism lies in placing the nation at the forefront of free countries and fulfilling war promises. It argues against weakening the covenant and calls on Democrats to rally to President Wilson, asserting the nation’s honor rests with their resolve.
Providence March 10 Allien Bordon and his brother Leon aviators for the Stuart Motor Car Company were admitted to Providence hospital with injuries from an airplane that plunged about 100 feet to the ground after three minutes aloft without warning the craft rolled onto its side and dived.
London May 10 The government meets its first major opposition as Lloyd George's home rule bill for Ireland advances in the Commons with debate over two parliaments versus one. Asquith and Labour favor the single parliament idea, while Sinn Feiners report a martyr in Red oud after hunger strike death. Disorder flares in Ireland as raiders attack barracks at Newton Jamilton and a siege ends with fire and casualties at Croyne, amid extensive suspected rebel losses.
Secretary Josephus Daniels opened his defense before the Senate naval investigating committee, declaring Admiral Sims poisoned the navy with pro British views. He contrasted the current inquiry with past impartial probes and warned that Sims prized British achievements over American ones while praising British actions and planning. Daniels urged withdrawal of approval and replacement with disapproval amid calls for accountability. He praised Admiral Benson, countering Sims' charges. In Mexico, Carranza faced trial assurances from War Minister Calles, who stated Carranza would not be executed and urged law-based accountability. Washington also faced Mexican policy challenges as revolutionaries gain control. U.S. steps include protecting American interests, delaying recognition, and potentially addressing clashes between Obregon and Gonzales as the political situation stabilizes.
The Socialist National Convention in New York on May 10 resumed sessions to nominate Eugene V. Debs for president while rumors swirled of his imminent release from the Atlanta federal penitentiary for espionage act violations. Seymour Stedman of Chicago was expected to be chosen as Debs running mate.
New Britain May 10 Mrs Margaret C Hart widow of Dr Samuel Waldo Hart died at her daughter Mrs C S Frisbie home 86 Russell street today She was born in Maryland in 1846 came here in 1852 and married in 1864 Dr Hart mayor of New Britain from 1872 to 1876 Mrs Hart leaves two daughters and a son
Britain's and France's governments seek US action amid the current crisis as Washington plans to deploy destroyers to safeguard American interests in Mexico.
Washington May 10 United States battleship Oklahoma was ordered by Secretary Daniels to move from New York to Key West for possible duty off Mexico.
May 10 report from Laredo Texas says Obregonistas seized Nuevo Jaredo after federalists abandoned Gen Garsea following a 30 minute fight. Seven men were killed on each side. Americans watched from the Rio Grande bank as Minico Barrera rallied rebels and shouted We got the LowneYs inviting them across.
A string of stores in Trenton Richmond and Waterbury announce 20 to 25 percent cuts to all goods following Wanamaker’s lead. Major department stores slash prices citywide triggering shopper excitement and expectations of broader relief on necessities.
Springfield Illinois May 10 State factions lined up for a showdown as the Republican state convention opened. Eight delegates at large to the Chicago convention were to be named and instructed. Interest centered on the contest between Mayor William Hale Thompson of Chicago and Governor Frank O Lowden, a presidential aspirant.
Harry T. Johnson proprietor of the Style-Rite store in Waterbury filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition. Assets listed at 1110 dollars. A creditor schedule is being prepared. The store was attached Saturday by Constable Thomas Palomba, who stayed on site over the weekend as police kept a strict watch to deter removal of merchandise.
Dispatches claimed Tampico, a key oil center, had fallen to rebels while American Oil Company representatives in Mexico said they had received no disturbing reports from Tampico and that their advisories pointed to the opposite.
Mexico City report confirms President Venustiano Carranza has been captured after fleeing the capital. He was overtaken at Apizaco in Tlaxcala state, with personal safety guaranteed. General Alvaro Obregon, leading troops, was to enter Mexico City tomorrow.
Reports from the United States embassy in Mexico City via the United Press correspondent say Carranza is fleeing toward Vera Cruz after being overtaken by rebels. Rail junction at Apizaco connects lines from Mexico City and Puebla, with communications to Mexico City interrupted during the revolution.
May 10 reports say officers General Villareal Francisco Serano and Urbaleno depart Paso for Mexico City to take charge of the new government. Ojinaga garrison revolters led by Captain Leonardo Zendenjas fled to Presidio, Texas as rebels gain funds after Laredo shifts allegiance to the Obregonistas. General Murguia allegedly ordered mass killings of political prisoners at Santiago prison before fleeing.
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