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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1916
Page
11
A column notes items of correctness ingenuity and taste including a tarboskd case with black enamel cloth covering reinforced leather corners and brass lock. Size 24 by 13 by 7 inches. Special price five dollars with painting initial 0.50. See window display on 37th Street.
Tammany leaders plan to announce Wilson as the preferred choice while Swann lauds both candidates. The civic note highlights party support and public reaction to the contenders. City politics focus on leadership qualities and policy directions.
The piece notes bankers and politicians in New York and beyond praising Charles E Hughes after his Chicago nomination. It highlights J P Morgan andHenry P Davison endorsing the ticket while others like Otto Bannard and Alvin Krech predict Hughes victory. Roosevelt's stance is praised for its patriotism and unity against Wilson, with Frew calling Hughes the Abraham Lincoln of today.
Philander C. Knox, former Senator from Pennsylvania and Secretary of State, told reporters last night he is delighted with the Republican ticket and that the party responds to public opinion as it has in the past. He declined to comment on Roosevelt’s attitude or campaign financing.
The Calvary Baptist Church trustees debated a public scandal tied to a bid to expel a church trustee. Edmund Tinadale claims an injunction blocks church officials from acting while he vows to fight what he calls a factional fight.
Washington reports President Wilson weighs a quick Supreme Court appointment to replace Charles Hughes. John W. Davis, solicitor general, is favored but not certain due to pending DOJ cases. Attorney General Gregory may be consulted, and a Democrat is expected as the court currently has five Republicans and three Democrats.
About two thousand Hughes supporters packed the Federal Club at Avenue and Third Street for the first big meeting of the current Republican campaign. What began as a homecoming reception for Samuel Koenig, county committee chairman, evolved into a Hughes demonstration after he returned from the Chicago convention.
The Tribune reports in Chicago on June 12 that Josephine Davis, poised as the defense star witness, testified in the Orpet murder trial. She said Marian Lambert showed sorrow and indecision, challenging the death by suicide theory. State's Attorney Cady declined action on perjury and hinted at influence on witnesses as three Madison witnesses refused to testify.
Nine robbers stalked into the McDermott Dairy Company on 17th Street and Park Avenue in the Bronx last night. A passerby alerted police, and detectives from the 8th Branch Bureau frightened the group away before they could blast the safe. Benjamin Brown, a canvasser, saw shots as he was attacked and bound in a cellar. the thieves fled after a ruse involving a letter admitted a lookout to the building.
Twenty two coast artillery companies on the Atlantic seaboard and Gulf of Mexico have been pulled for service in Mexico and along the border. Army officials warn the defense system is gravely undermanned, with a shortfall of about ten thousand enlisted men and officers. Gauge shows several garrisons under strength, notably Delaware forts and Long Island Sound positions, as Mexican duty reduces available regulars and militia mustering remains uncertain.
E. C. Kindred, cashier of Booth Lynn Construction and a former model employee, was arrested at night in New York and held as a fugitive from justice. He vanished with a $22,000 payroll last August, and police found jewelry and garment traces in his apartment. He had a history of disputes with employers and friends, and rifles and weapons were found after his disappearance. He was recognized near Borough Hall in Brooklyn before vanishing. Kindred was indicted on August 7.
Secretary Baker announced a new wave of U S forces for the border as Admiral Henson reported ammunition shipments by the Carranza government from Vera Cruz. Raids near Laredo and schemes to burn a railroad bridge heightened tension while General Punston and General Wood planned gaps in the guard. Engineers from Plattsburg and Chattanooga were considered for border service and militia mobilization was not planned. The 20 000 Congress authorized recruits are rolling in slowly.
Kingsbury and W H Hotchkiss face wire tapping charges but trials postponed as key witnesses are out of town. District Attorney Lewis in Brooklyn plans early proceedings but weeks of delay loom.
Frank O Neill of Neppernan Street Yonkers pleaded guilty to assault in police court. Judge Bent pos granted one day freedom for stopping a runaway horse on the street when it veered toward a store window, saving bystander John O Connell the driver. Judge Beall praised O Neill for the act.
Mrs Edward Bagnell reports to Brooklyn Police that a casket with jewels valued at 1500 dollars was stolen from her home at 459 Fifth Street Brooklyn yesterday. The incident occurred while she was away and an investigator noted the case.
In Antonio Texas on June 12 Army officers believe Luis de la Rosa the Mexican bandit leader has secured promises of support from Carranza army officers for border warfare against the United States. DOJ and State Department evidence suggests he will be unmolested by de facto troops and has at least one general’s backing. Reports say De la Rosa may have been arrested at Monterey but not confirmed. Passengers report rising anti American sentiment in the north and official sanction for anti American meetings. A four column Reforma from Saltillo urges mass participation to protest American intrusions and display loyalty. Philip Montreal and J R Silliman remain American consular officers at interior points in Mexico. others were ordered out and have not been recalled.
High officials estimate Mexican forces in case of armed conflict. General Jacinto Treviño could call 50 000 veterans in Chihuahua alone. Crowds fill streets with orderly anti American demonstrations while Treviño thanks patriots at the cuartel as chants urge expulsion of the Americans.
Governor Manning ordered all South Carolina militia companies and units to prepare for possible mobilization as warnings mount over a national guard call. The June 12 directive directs commanders to ready troops and equipment in anticipation of orders.
At a Belfast meeting presided by Sir Edward Carson the Ulster Unionist Council authorized Carson to proceed with Home Rule negotiations. Members expressed willingness to sacrifice for empire and keep Ulster united, though counties Cavan Monaghan and Donegal protested disunion but would follow the majority of Ulster counties. The council adopted a resolution granting full action if talks failed.
Surrogate examines Dr Timothy Cheenman of Garri son New York, an executor of Colonel Francis Lelanoe's will. The court considers removing him due to illness after two paralytic strokes. A stenographer and Surrey will travel to his location to prove the will and estate worth about 1 million dollars. Louis Ireland, son of the testator, asked for removal, citing his father's health and Cheenman's alleged unfitness to serve.
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