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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1915
Page
4
Washington reports General Carranza refuses to treat with General Villa and declines peace negotiations with his opponents. He vows to continue military campaigns to crush rivals and may grant amnesty to non-criminals, while Villa and Angeles issue denials and seek mediation talks with US officials.
General Felipe Angeles, Villa’s artillery chief and ally, arrived in Boston to relay a mission from Mexico. He urged arbitration by the United States with Carranza to allow a free election and end efforts to crown a successor, insisting no personal ambition or moves toward a new movement in Mexico. He said he would return to El Paso after consulting Villa’s allies in the U.S. and denied reports of discord or seeking high office.
A Red Cross summary from June reports dire Mexican food shortages. In Mexico City thousands beg for food as prices soar and bakeries close. Durango stores may not help amid famine risk. Guerrero faces widespread hunger. teachers and residents are forced to beg or sell belongings as aid funds run dry.
Washington dispatch reports there has been no split between General Vile and allied leaders, easing concerns over a potential rift. Details from the brief bulletin remain limited as officials decline further comment.
Carranza agents report an important conference in New York with Angeles and Villa backers. Interpretations vary with Carranzistas claiming the visit shows Villa forces near collapse while Villistas say he is only on leave and will rejoin Villa in the field.
Admiral Howard reports arrival of Mexican guard at Esperanza to protect American colonists from Yaqui raids. He sails Colorado from Guaymas to Tobari Bay. relief troops reached Esperanza, two Mexicans killed and two women abducted near Coconut. Settlers refused to depart. Guayranas press hopeful for Mexican army protection.
Consul reports a narrow gauge train south of Vera Cruz fired on Monday with nineteen killed. Railway from Vera Cruz to Mexico City cut, blocking two troop trains. A Tampico consular message notes George Ogden, presumably American, forced to abandon his Guerrero ranch.
Francisco Elias Carranza's general confirms two vessels acquired for transport by his government in New York City. The Atlanta from Chesapeake Steamship Co and the Alameda are valued at about $100,000 and will undergo overhaul before shipping to the Gulf. reports also claim Felix Diaz agents secured three ships, though unconfirmed. Major Alberto Salinas, Carranza representative, remarks the potential five transports would be gained at the cost of two if Diaz’s three were also purchased.
Dr Carl Schimmel of 51 Chambers Street, labeled a German legal broker, was arrested May 7 for illegally practicing law. He pleaded guilty, then not guilty, then guilty again, and faces 30 days in jail or a 150 dollar fine, paid by a friend named Dr A Meyer. The case grew from an advertising scheme for The German Legal Bureau at 51 Chambers Street, investigated by the New York County Lawyers Association.
A three year old boy in Germany pleaded guilty following advice from friends. He is described as speaking English fairly and appears to be around three years old. Months earlier he was quoted in a newspaper saying he would jump from the Woolworth Building if it could help the Kaiser.
The Thaw trial focused on mental state with testimony accusing Dr. Flint and Dr. MacDonald of biased expert work and a claim of thousands of dollars paid by the state. Thaw testified about his escape from Matteawan on August 17, 1915, his extradition troubles, and the Sanity Commission findings. Prosecutors pledged to present a comprehensive life history, while witnesses described Thaw as sane in various settings. The case resumes at 10:30 this morning.
Hazel Barbara Guggenheim, 12, daughter of Mrs. Benjamin Guggenheim, vanished for seven hours from Gedney Farm Hotel near White Plains. Sheriff Wiesendanger led a wide hunt including mounted deputies and transport parties. she was spotted and returned to her mother unharmed. Mrs. Guggenheim's husband perished in the Titanic disaster.
The White Star liner Arabic sailed for Liverpool after a three hour delay from noon to 8 pm caused by massive morning freight. The 12,000 ton cargo included fifteen aeroplanes and fifty motor trucks. It carried 113 cabin passengers with thirteen Americans aboard.
Washington June 23 The Labor's National Peace Council pressed for a ceasefire in Europe and arms curbs as Henry B. Martin and Herman J. Schulters of the Anti-Trust League joined the delegation led by Lamar. Martin denied recent Washington contact with Lamar while confirming some shared aims and noting Lamar did not attend the Carnegie Hall event.
The conference formed a movement crystallized in Labor's National Peace Council. The attached resolutions name officers and affiliations: President rank Buchanan of Chicago Bridge and Structural Iron Workers. First Vice President Milton Snelling Washington DC Stationary and Steam Operated Engineers. Second Vice President William F. Kramer Chicago Blacksmiths. Third Vice President Rudolph Modest New York City Amalgamated Meat Cutters. Fourth Vice President Jacob C. Taylor East Orange NJ Federated Central Body. Secretary L. P. Straube Chicago Commercial Portrait Artists. Treasurer Ernest Bohn New York City Central Federated Union. Secretary of Central Federated Union. Ser ves at Arms Fred Lohn Chicago Weather Workers' International Union. General Counsel H. Robert Fowler Harrisburg IL.
Special Cable reports Bohemian districts in Moravia and Silesia facing harsh measures. Executions for Russophilia, death sentences for leaders, and deportations stir unrest. Czechs in Prague and Pilsen regiments 28th and 35th sent from Bohemia after surrendering to Russians in Galicia.
Special cable reports H G Wells urges a great air fleet with a target of 10 000 aeroplanes in a year and 20 000 to cover losses. Johnson Hicks MP backs rapid production and a minister for aviation. The piece cites possible German targets and strategies for air raids from Alsace to the Rhine.
Official reports from Rome state seven German submarines entered the Mediterranean via Gibraltar. Japanese firms warn all ships crossing the sea and raise war insurance on vessels from Marseilles to Port Said amid the development.
F Robert Muller reportedly executed by firing squad at dawn in the Tower of London after being found guilty of spying for Germany. Rosenthal to be court martialed for alleged naval information capture.
Washington reports Ambassador Page complains many Americans travel to English ports without valid passports or identification. Steamship lines allegedly sell tickets without proper documents, causing delays as aliens officers seek Home Office permission. State Department warns travelers to apply early and obtain completed sworn applications with photos to ease European entry.
The Tunisiana a 4240 ton British steamer bound from Montreal to Hull with 5000 tons of wheat was torpedoed off Lowestoft by a German submarine. Her skipper managed to beach the vessel and the crew landed at Lowestoft.
At the Storting opening M. Ihlen calls for safeguards for neutral shipping after torpedoings of Norwegian vessels Belridge and Svein Jari. He says despite legal differences, the German government should issue clear instructions to avoid missteps and protect merchant ships.
London reports the government ordered the discharge of the American steamer Seaconnett from New York to Gothenburg after delays at Kirkwaller. Investigations found the cargo not intended for enemies of Great Britain. The Nordkyn with a cargo of krain faced similar action in the same case.
Captain B Van Walraven and most Noordam passengers protested a four day detention at Deal by order of the British Admiralty. Papers were taken for London examination and returned on the fourth day. Dutch passengers mourn attacks by German submarines but remain neutral. They fear Holland’s independence faces pressure from German Belgium absorption.
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