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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1913
Page
1
In a historic polo clash the Americans edge the English 41 to 42 after a thrilling last quarter. A vast crowd cheers as Freake is hailed as a British hero for his achievements. Lockett’s foul turns the tide, and the English team fights hard to the end.
United States defeats England in Meadow Brook Club match with two games to none. Notable players include Louis I Stoddard and Leslie Cheape each scoring four goals, penalties recorded, attendance listed, and trophy details noting the International Challenge Cup and historical results from Newport and Hurlingham.
In a dramatic Meadow Brook match America edged England 5 1 4 to 4 4 percent to retain the Newport Cup. The two teams, rebuilt with Freake and Stoddard alternates, produced a thrilling sixth period comeback and a crowd of 30 000 cheered the victors and worthy runners up.
Louis S. Welch, VP and GM of Worcester Stained Glass Works, was found dead by a self-inflicted gunshot in his Providence hotel room. Ill health and personal despair were cited by family. he was unmarried and lived with his mother and sisters, with brothers Edgar, Leo, and David noted as part of the family.
Mrs. John Van Alstyne of St. Joseph Missouri reveals a six month trial divorce with her husband. They will meet in Colorado Springs on December 12 to decide whether to live apart with no direct contact during the period. Either may be wherever and with whomever. He must mail monthly checks with no message. If either fails to appear, the other may file for divorce. She says love may solve the problem.
A car returning from Paterson overturned after leaving the road early this morning a mile and a half from Dover. Owner and chauffeur Reuben L. Budd was killed. A J A Freeman suffered severe injuries, William A. Grady had a broken arm, Idella Heath had arm injuries, Mollie Hendershot broke a leg. Passengers say excessive speed caused the crash as wheels ripped off and steering failed, the car rolled three times.
Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels told Flag Day observers in Boston that the Administration will build all future warships in government navy yards and end outside bidding. He plans to visit all yards to assess facilities and needed improvements.
Northwestern University figures from a 1903 class census suggest that a college education has a value around 26000 dollars. The calculation compares graduates' earnings growth over ten years to Chicago income benchmarks, estimating total value by multiplying the earnings difference by forty. Northwesterns cost of education is cited as about 2400 dollars.
In San Francisco on June M Esola a former city detective was sentenced to five years in prison for aiding a bunco game that cost a former $909. Plea bargains to reduce his sentence to three years did not materialize and seven other policemen indicted on similar charges will face joint trial. Evidence from leaders of a bunco band known as the Forty Thieves tied the policemen to protection charges.
Stamford inquest heard that New York New Haven Hartford Railroad officials blamed a string of hard luck incidents for the Stamford Yard wreck that killed six and injured many. Clayton Woodward defended safety efforts while coroner Phelan pressed for accountability, suggesting the brake system and engine 1338 were unfit for service. The inquiry may extend to next week as testimony targets responsible officials and equipment history.
Washington June 14 Viscount Chinda Japanese Ambassador informed Secretary Bryan that Japan is willing to renew for five years the general arbitration treaty with the United States. Bryan said he expects Senate ratification of the treaties with Great Britain and others despite opposition.
Pictorial section lists school boys athletics at General Park and races at Piping Rock Club. Features include extraordinary athlete photography and outdoor comedy by boys. Commencements at Columbia and NY universities, June brides, and attendants. Also notes on the Imperator steamship, elephants in war service, and a temple perched on a precipice.
Washington reports the yacht Columbia owned by J. Harvey Ladew of New York was not detained and the captain’s prosecution was dropped. Details were sent to the State Department by the Japanese Ambassador and by American Chargé dAffaires Bailly-Blanchard. The episode ended after warnings were given and the captain persisted in docking at a private yard. No embassy complaints were filed.
George G. Hynson stock and bond broker of 150 West Wightieth Street was slashed by two black elevator workers in the Paulette apartment house. Henry Thomas, 26, of 231 West Sixtieth Street, is charged with felonious assault after helping strike Hynson. Hynson was treated for wounds, his wife and children distressed, and police were notified by a servant.
The Weather Bureau logged 89 degrees from 1 to 5 PM making June 14 the hottest day this year and the hottest since 1892. Forecaster Scarr cautions of a potentially hotter day ahead with cooler conditions tomorrow and no rain in sight. Morning low was 59. Victims include August Benwells, 33, who collapsed crossing 133rd Street near Riverside Drive and was treated at J Hood Wright Hospital. Thomas Comerford, 53, who was removed to Fordham Hospital after being trapped at 2 Street and Webster Avenue, Bronx.
Patrick Casey, a watchman on the Washington Bridge, told police yesterday that an unidentified man jumped from the bridge into the Harlem River and was killed. Casey saw him fall headfirst from about 200 feet above the water as he walked from the Bronx toward West 81st Street and could only describe the jumper as about 5 feet 8 inches tall in a black suit.
Fragmentary report notes a mountain journey or excursion linked to the Southern Railway. Readable text mentions a possible event or trip with unnamed participants and unclear details about date or location. The fragment provides limited context and no identifiable individuals or organizations beyond the railway.
Charleston June 14 Senate committee probing Paint and Cabin Creek coal strike heard testimony on an armored train attack on Holly Grove camp February 7. Ex guard Lee Calvin described gunfire from the baggage car and a commander urging more rounds as Sheriff Bonner Hall and operator Quinn Morton were linked to the plot. Witnesses testified of death and injury, with miners and operators sparring over who fired first and the presence of women and children in tents. The session paused as Morton was to be summoned for cross examination.
C Ercanbrach was arrested on federal indictment charging he offered Senator John D Works $1000 to secure his appointment as local Postmaster in Santa Barbara California. The case was announced by a deputy U S marshal.
Ottawa orders dismantling the cruiser Niobe and discharge of Canadian recruits. British officers pensioners and reserve men will return to England next month. The Niobe, 11,000 tons with 16 guns, was lent for training and will remain tied up while the present government lasts.
Rabbi Zeinwell Schreiber of Congregation Bnai Rabbe at Willet Street scrapped a Europe visit to marry his tenth grandchild Annie Zeiler to Morris Zitter, a 41 Ludlow Street grocer. The ceremony occurred at 9 PM in ohhmap s Central Palace Hall, 66 Sheriff Street, with six hundred guests plus many descendants.
Sir Edward Carson, leading opponent of home rule, was struck on the head by a missile as he led a procession to Leeds Town Hall. The crowd obstructed the march, causing disorder. he was not seriously injured and continued his campaign against home rule. A woman reportedly captured a Union Jack during the episode.
A rocket burst red over the Hudson during a Hotel Astor rooftop dinner signaling the birth of a baby girl to friends across the river. The celebrants planned to announce the news with rockets, blue for a boy and red for a girl, and the red rocket fulfilled their promise.
San Francisco June 14 Rev Dr Charles Frederic Aked foreswore allegiance to King George and became a United States citizen. Aked arrived six years ago as pastor of Fifth Avenue Baptist Church in New York attended by John D Rockefeller. He later led First Congregational Church in San Francisco, previously Pembroke Chapel in Liverpool.
In Dobbs Ferry a 6 year old son of William Stevenson, Edwin Gould's coachman, declared the ride the best he ever had after a horse attached to a Gould carriage bolted when startled by an automobile. Mrs Faglen and the coachman were thrown out, while the boy clung to his seat until Martin Smith, chauffeur for Mrs Steinfeld at Ardsley Towers, stopped the horse.
Testimony in Ipswich riot case covers mill wages. Christiania Panageopoulo, 16, said she earned 1.50 weekly, sometimes 10 cents less, never more. Paulitsa Bizou, a year at the mill, reported about 2. Introductory statements describe the fatal riot and the accused murder charges as the trial proceeds.
Between Atco and Waterford in lower Camden County a vandal last night felled six hundred peach trees two years old on Martin Kohoud’s farm. Kohoud reports four detectives assigned to the case as authorities investigate the deliberate damage and seek the responsible party.
A falling rock on the Avenue Line subway construction site crushes 13 workers. Coroner cites timbering failure and blames subway engineers and light shoring for the accident.
Rescuers labored in darkness to lift trapped laborers after a rock fall at the Bradley Construction tunnel near Fifty sixth Street. Thirteen men were missing or unaccounted as two survivors were brought to Flower Hospital with multiple injuries.
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