Mexican peace talks hinge as Villa-Zapata faction shows willingness
President Wilson awaits Mexico’s internal shifts before acting again. Villa-Zapata supporters signal readiness to negotiate for peace, while Obregon’s fate looms. Monterey relief efforts clash with Red Cross reports of severe hunger and distribution challenges in Monclova and Nuevo Laredo.
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Wilson
Mexico
Feilure
United States
Villa-Zcapata
Villa-Zapata
Gen. Villa
Convention
Obregon
Monterey
Nuevo Laredo
Espinoza Mireles
Red Cross
Carranza
C. A. Devol
American Red Cross
J. C. Weller
Monclova
Upoadside
Refugees from Mexico quarantine after Galveston transfer
In Galveston on June 19 around 190 refugees from Mexico were split into groups aboard the United States army transport Buford after five days of quarantine. Many described the situation as deplorable and blamed the need for American intervention as the sole solution. Interviewees, wary of identifying themselves, cited damaged property and intimidation while discussing conditions and the role of army officers in the southern republic.
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Galveston
Tex
Mexico
Unie
United States Army
Buford
Severi
Snl
Unites States
Ins
Secretary Espinoza Meriles to General Carranza In San Antonio
In San Antonio on June 19 Gustavo Espinoza Meriles was identified as private secretary to General Venustiano Carranza. The brief note notes his association with the Mexican revolutionary leader and places him in Texas during the period.
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San Antonios Tex
Gustavo, Espinoza-Meriles
Carranza
Payment on Cotton Cargo by U S and British Agencies
London dispatch reports the first payment of 165000 pounds sterling, 820.60 dollars, on the cotton cargo of the Danisa gier Kina, shipped from Savannah to Rotterdam. A. G. Hayes, for American owners, received the funds. Authorities seized Wessel amid rumors the cotton was headed for Germany. The British government has made partial payments for cargoes from Danis, Livonia, Dicide, and Navajo.
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London
Kina
Sa‘ Yah
Rotterdam
A. G. Hayes
Germany
Wessel
Livonia
Dardaneles Area Far South on Gallipoli Peninsula
Allied landing at Seddul Bahr held about ten square miles on the southern Gallipoli peninsula amid heavy Turkish defense. Turkish forces in good condition with strong artillery and reserves. German officers assisting in Ottoman army reforms. Krithia village largely ruined with near total destruction from bombardment.
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Gallipoli Peninsula
Krithia
Dardanelles
London
Seddul Bahr
Gallipoli
Associated Press
Weber Pasha
South Groun
Hering
Weber
Pasha
Europe
Bryan warns against Taft and Roosevelt war plans
In a continued address, William Jennings Bryan criticizes Taft and Roosevelt affiliated groups, arguing their plans push the U S toward war and a surrender of the Monroe Doctrine. He urges laborers to support peace and resist entangling alliances while condemning militarism and calling for mediation rather than conflict.
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Rooselt
Taft
Bryan
Mr. Taft
Roosevelt
Taft Organization
Mr. Bryan
Mr. Roosevelt
Roosewtlt
Washington
Athances
Europe
Western Hemisphere
Western Federation of Miners
Meyer
London
Congress
Frank Buchanan
Illinois
Dardanelles Position Unchanged Despite Allied Pressure
Washington reports indicate Constantinople remains in no immediate danger of Allied occupation. Greek authorities reportedly require territorial concessions from Romania, Greece, and Serbia for participation. Balkan circles note a potential overland drive via Bulgaria as the only feasible Greek option.
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Washington
Dardanelles
Constantinople
Balkan
Russia
Greece
Gallipoli
Romania
Serbia
Motorcyclists Hold Run in Indianapolis Event
In Indianapolis Indiana the 18 hour Southern Indiana earilak concert of the Indianapolis Motor Cycle Club begins today and will conclude Sunday June 20 with riders expected to cover extended distances in endurance laps and exhibitions.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Indiana
Earilakoncert
Indianapolis Motor Cycle Club
Gompers Declares War Not Abhorrent To Freedom
Washington report recounts Samuel Gompers AFL leader stating he abhors war but deems some aims more abhorrent. He condemns efforts to rob birthright of freedom, justice, safety, and character and vows to resist and defeat such assaults. Ernest Gohm notes Gompers could not attend a peace meeting.
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Washington
Samuel Gompers
American Federation‘ of Labor
Ernest Gohm
Centriui Federated Union of New York
Gompers
Speace
Roberts Testifies in Annapolis Probe
In Annapolis Maryland June 1924 Rogers a defendant testified before a court of inquiry into alleged cheating during recent examinations at the United States Naval Academy. He said he made three copies of information given to students to prepare for the exam and that the material translated was essentially the examination itself. The information was reportedly provided by Midshipman Price now ensign.
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Annapolis
Mad
Rogers
United States Naval Academy
Ropey
Price
Ensign
BEAN EATERS URGED AS MEAT PRICES RISE
London readers urged to eat beans with meat as meat prices surge. Lentils gain trickle status as substitutes while the red bean remains rare. The piece notes wartime shifts in British eating habits and the limited bean varieties available.
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London
England
Bert
America
British Isles
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