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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1916
Page
1
Berlin reports on a throat fever and a rumored boil affecting the German emperor with sporadic appearances. Dispatches cite crown prince summons, Greek actions at Corfu, and Turkish knowledge of Dardanelles retirement amid Allied naval operations.
A El Paso meeting on Wednesday night approved forming a regiment of American miners to enter Mexico and pursue bandits, with plans presented to the de facto Mexican government for sanction. Foreign mining firms offered arms, and many Americans reportedly planned to join. Rumors tied Villa to the effort and indicated a broader campaign against Americans in Chihuahua. About 200 foreign workers, mainly from the Alcala de Mining company, were said to be in the district.
Telegraphic notice from Mexico reports Carranza officials mobilizing about 3000 cavalry units in So Cordoo to threaten Villa factions. Forces concentrate near Sonora, Chihuahua, and Torreon with plans to close in on Villa raiders and seal Sonora east of Tonht. Four British planes failed to return from continent positions as of Thursday night.
Washington, Jan. 14 Congress heard two sides on military preparedness. Jane Addams urged no army increase until Europe’s war ends, calling preparedness panic and proposing a commission to study efficiency and motives behind heavier armament. Bliss supported administration plans for a balanced force and added regiments to form three infantry divisions, while stressing skeleton formations and proper unit mix over expanding existing heavy forces.
Attorney General Gregory ordered a new trial for five former New Haven railroad directors William Rockefeller Lewis Cass Ledyard Edward Robbins Charles Brober and Charles Mc Pratt on conspiracy to violate the Sherman anti trust law. He also said indictments against George F Baker Theodore N Vail To De Witt Carter Francis Maxwell Edward Mulgan and Alexander Cochrane would be dismissed with separate trials. The start date for the new proceedings was not decided but little delay is expected. The government said Baker Vail and others kept distance from the New Haven board until recent years and were not involved in many acts cited by the case.
The Mohr murder case heard confessions from two Black defendants, Brown and Spellman, regarding Mrs Eivaleth Po Mohe ar central charged with Mrto Mehr. A courtroom dispute arose over whether a written confession existed and whether third degree methods were used, with Inspector One.I denying any such admission in the statements.
London reports Montenegro has capitulated to Austrian forces, with Cettinje under Austrian control and Lovcen fall. The Adriatic front expands toward Cattaro, raising fears Italy may lose access to the sea. Observers see Montenegro’s surrender as a step toward making the Adriatic a Austrian sea and check Italian influence.
Washington reports from January 14 say British officials describe a scheme to entangle Americans in enlistment issues. Letters from a fictional Toronto address, signed by a supposed British major, urge U.S. citizens to join the British army. Major Greenshields is unidentifiable and likely fictitious. mail seeking acceptances to the Canadian expeditionary force awaits him in Windsor.
Texan report describes diplomacy with Mexico to secure special trains for evacuees amid bandit turmoil. U S officials press Chihuahua and Durango to return to aid in pursuing three more assaults. George E Parsons slain near Babrcora ranch, same site as Peter Keane earlier. Bert Kramer executed in Guerrero district.
Gen Victoriano Huerta former provisional president of Mexico died at his El Paso home at 8 35 p m Thursday night.He succeeded Francisco I Madero in Mexico City and later left Mexico from sclerosis of the liver surrounded by his family Funeral arrangements were to be made Friday with plans to bury him in Mexico His career was spectacular and his rule was stern yet he was overthrown by rival leaders and enemies in Mexico.
Prosecutor George W. Armstrong brands Frederick T Price a fiendish murderer of his third wife Mary Fridley Price, killed for her fortune. In a crowded courtroom he details how Price lured her to the East River Road cliff on Nov 28, 1914, crushed her head with a rock, then knelt as if to pray. Price admits a youth spent beating a woman but denies delaying removal of the body. The defense begins its case after Friday morning recess.
Chicago dispatch reports continuing bitter cold across western states with subzero readings and rain snow storms in some areas. Telegraph wires are down at key points and rail schedules were disrupted. several fires linked to heating equipment were reported while no deaths from exposure were confirmed.
New York report states the Italian cruiser Grasseppe Verdi left Naples on Thursday bound for Naples with two 3.9 inch guns still mounted as guards. It was released on condition that the guns be used only for defense and Washington announced Italian assurances to the State Department.
The period details Madero's provisional presidency starting January 19 1913 and his assassination three days later. Wilson refuses recognition. Maderistas rally under Carranza while Villa opposes him. Wilson sends envoy John Lind to seek resignation. Mexican congress opposes Huerta, jails 110 deputies, elections called, and a president chosen. Huerta seizes American sailors at Vera Cruz and resigns July 7 1914, leaving for Spain. Arrested June 27 1915 for conspiracy, released December 25 due to ill health.
In Springfield on January 14 the attorney general filed an amended demurrer in the Fergus suit seeking restitution from State Treasurer Andrew Russell and State Auditor James J Brady for allegedly illegally expended funds. Defendants include Lieut Gov O Hara and other state officials and four senate contest participants. The filing argues the suit would hinder state officers' administrative acts and that damages should be sought at law or via the attorney general.
In Joplin Missouri January 14 jurors began weighing evidence in the U S district court over charges of mailing misuse against editors of The Menace weekly at Aurora Missouri A verdict of not guilty was recommended for Reverend Theodore C Walker who was argued not to have authority or clear ties to The Menace Publishing Company Defendants include Wilbur E Phelps Bruce M Phelps and Marvin Brown described as stockholders and managers of the company
In El Paso martial law was proclaimed after a roundup of Mexicans amid anger over a massacre of American miners in Mexico. Fights erupted, ambulances were kept busy, and former Villa officers were arrested on vagrancy charges. Carranza envoys pledged pursuit of attackers, while Washington warned Americans to evacuate troubled areas.
Amid border tensions after a Mexican massacre, Congress debates armed intervention. Senator Lewis seeks authority to invade Mexico, while Representative Hay calls for peace restoration and harsher measures. Secretary Lansing notes lack of consular input and ongoing efforts to verify facts.
In El Paso martial law is declared and federal troops patrol downtown as soldiers and civilians sweep the city looking for Mexicans. About twenty Villa adherents are arrested on vague charges amid rumors of a Mexican expedition, with Carranza garrisons at Juarez and leaders of Villa massacre reportedly captured. In Washington a consul removal petition is noted and Ambassador Arredondo assures Lansing troops have been dispatched.
Philander Dermer, secretary of state, announced plans to nominate a successor for Senator Geo who will retire at the expiration of the term. The move signals a transition as Senata PITYTSEBURGE district eyes a new representative.
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