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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1914
Page
1
Washington reports hinge on Carranza’s response to an armistice offer as Huerta accepts mediation terms. Envoys press for a broader pacification framework while awaiting Carranza’s decision amid ongoing talks and possible military contingency.
Between being told by mine owners that Secretary Bryan sanctioned Americans to return to Mexico and consuls warning they must not return, Americans on the Nogales border professed uncertainty. Copper mine operators Thursday displayed telegrams purportedly from official sources regarding the issue.
Rain is expected Friday night and likely Saturday across San Antonio and surrounding areas. Local residents should prepare for wet conditions and possible impacts on outdoor plans.
Observations across major cities show temperatures from 38 to 48 degrees with cloudy to clear skies. Winds vary from northwest to southeast, with rain noted in Chicago Milwaukee and Kansas City and fair conditions elsewhere.
Secretary Bryan reports no objection to Americans going back to Cananea, but most were driven to the border penniless and fear returning to Mexican homes unless safe. Consuls Simpich at Nogales and Montague at Naco say they had no instructions beyond aiding Americans leaving the southern republic.
London dispatches report that mediation between the United States and Mexico is unclear but ongoing. General Huerta may issue a manifesto explaining the situation. Federal commander Joaquin Maas is said to be advancing toward the U S frontier planning to seize points on American soil.
Consul Canada reports 1500 Americans stranded in Mexico City due to interrupted railroad service after the last Vera Cruz departure. He appeals to the Brazilian minister and Admiral Cradock, the British commander, to aid in restoring rail links to the capital.
Navy Department orders Galveston station to halt new enlistments except for honorably discharged personnel. Total Navy strength now 51 500 with waiting list for potential calls. Sub stations in Houston Austin and San Antonio informed to stop enlisting as troops may move from Galveston to Mexico once army transports arrive. Gen. T. F. Davis ready to embark more troops.
Sheriff Tobin deputized John McNally to pursue a repeat burglar who struck the Kirschner homestead six times in days. Friday morning McNally and an unnamed associate claimed to have intercepted the thief at midnight as he tried to enter through an open window on the south loop six miles south of town.
The San Antonio ht relies on the Associated Press Leased Wire Day report as its main, exclusive source for daily general news. AP provides about 20,000 words of reporting each day, complemented by The Light's own extensive special news service.
The Rev William Theodotus Capers was consecrated bishop coadjutor of the Diocese of West Texas at St Mark's Church with ten bishops laying hands and Presiding Bishop Daniel S Tuttle presiding. The ceremony extended over two hours ending with a banquet at the St Anthony hotel attended by clergy and laity.
New York banker George W. Young awaits updates on his wife Madame Lillian Nordica the prima donna who lies critically ill in Batavia Java. Accompanist E R Simmons relayed that Nordica’s departure was postponed as physicians met in consultation and her condition worsened with little hope.
The Equal Franchise Society plans a city wide suffrage event with a 1 pm luncheon at the St. Anthony attended by 200 leaders. Speakers include Nat M Washer, Dr Milton J Eilem, Guy McFarland, R H Ward, and Peter Molyneaux. A Travis Park demonstration with band music and songs follows.
Washington May 1. Growing gravity of the Tampico oil spill crisis prompts Sir Spring-Rice to confer with Assistant Secretary at the state department to create a neutral zone near the oil field. Constitutionalists in Washington assure protection of oil properties and extra precautions to prevent damage to assets.
Chester H. Terrell, candidate for congress, declines to comment on withdrawal rumors. He will travel with Louis J. Wortham and other San Antonians for a ten day fishing and boating trip in the Devil's River country. A public decision on the race is expected after his return, with possible start date delayed by rain.
In Denver and Trinidad the Colorado Legislature weighs strike laws bond funding and arbitration mandates. Federal troops quiet the southern zone while miners vote on surrender of arms under Major Holbrook. The Ludlow coroner's inquest resumes as investigations close.
The office of Major Buell releases a forecast predicting general rains in Texas with heavy precipitation in the east and northwest. A low pressure system from Eastern Arizona toward Western Texas drives a Friday night to Saturday rain event, clearing by Sunday. Temperatures run slightly below normal with no excess rainfall reported.
The appellate division of the Supreme Court affirmed Justice Greenbaum in refusing an injunction to stop Union Pacific directors from distributing about 80 million dollars as an extra dividend to common stockholders. The Equitable Life Assurance Society, a preferred stockholder, had filed the action.
The first group of Mexican refugees released from the quarantine station near the river left New Orleans for homes across the United States. The 21 from Progreso aboard the Wyvisbrook and 14 from Frontera aboard the Livingstone traveled home as nearly 700 others remain at the detention camp, mostly to be released within 48 hours.
The Senate moved a bill to a third reading that would authorize policewomen in cities and towns. The measure has received favorable action in the House.
Wireless reports say the Pacific Mail steamer Siberia ran aground off Samasana Island near Formosa. Japanese and British ships race to the scene as distress signals fade with no confirmed details. Mrs Francis Burton Harrison aboard along with other notable passengers.
Passengers boarded the Siberia for Manila Hong Kong Honolulu and Yokohama from San Francisco and other ports. Names include B Beard Egan G Hlisey Hallberg Klein Long Palmer Reyes Whitaker and many others listed with accompanying spouses and Misses. The voyage is noted as fully equipped with lifeboats and rafts.
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