Wilson Wins Broad Lead in Texas Democratic Convention
Governor Woodrow Wilson holds a clear statewide edge at the Texas Democratic convention with a 42 vote majority across 623 delegates as Harmon and Clark refrain from comment. Returns show Wilson 354, Harmon 139, Clark 43 with 92 counties unreported and minor contingents pending.
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Woodrow Wilson
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Harmon and Clark
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Wilson
Harmon
Clark
British Steamer Indore Stranded on Reef in Florida Straits
Wireless advices report the British steamer Indore of Liverpool, 4775 tons, ashore on a French reef in the Florida Straits. Revenue cutters Ya Craw and Forward are rushing to assist. The incident was reported from Washington on May 8.
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Forward
State police fire on mob in Minersville Pennsylvania
In Minersville two thousand men clashed with state police over transport of mine workers. Nearly twenty were hit by bullets with three believed fatally wounded. Troops ordered dispersal as a flying brick signaled the firefight. the mob fled and troops guard the town.
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Associated Press
Pottsville
Ital ians Claim Rhodes Victory Captures 1000 Italians
The governor of Rhodes reports Italian troops landed recently and won a victory capturing 1000 Italians. The dispatch from Pera dated May 8 confirms the capture as stated by Rhodes authorities.
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London
Rhodes
Pera
Turkey
Marine Held in Knox Diamonds Robbery Case
A Maryland cruiser sailor is under arrest on charges of robbing Mrs. Philander C. Knox of diamonds valued over 2000 dollars. The theft occurred during the secretary of state and party tour in Central America.
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Los Angeles
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Philander C. Knox
San Antonio Area Forecast Tonight Through Thursday
Weather advisory shows unsettled showers in San Antonio and Vicinity tonight and Thursday. Light to moderate rain possible with brief downpours and mild temperatures.
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San Antonio
Vicinity
Regional Weather Notes Across Major Cities
Observations at 8 a m report temperatures from 46 to 64 across cities including St Louis Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Kansas City New York Boston and Washington with conditions ranging from clear to rainy and winds from the east southwest south and northeast. Thursday is forecast fair in many areas. Lowest temperatures in the last 24 hours are listed for each city.
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San Antonio Light debunks leased wire claim
The statement asserts that any claim of the Associated Press day leased wire being carried in whole or part by any newspaper other than the San Antonio Light has no basis in fact. It reaffirms exclusive use by the Light.
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Associated Press
San Antonio
Vasquez Gomez Awaits Reply From Orozco In Juarez Crisis
Emilio Vasquez Gomez, based in Juarez, awaits emissary reports or a direct message from Gen Pascual Orozco to confirm the status of his provisional Mexican government. He says Orozco accepted the role of military commander on March 6, and leaders at a March 2 Juarez junta invited both to lead.
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Vasquez Gomez in peril as rebels dispute authority
Emilio Vasquez Goméz, recently named provisional president, faces Orozco the military chief who repudiates his civil authority and may hold him prisoner. If he returns to El Paso he could be arrested by U.S. agents or face treason charges if under Mexican federal jurisdiction. A decisive battle between Torreon and Jimenez looms.
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Juarez
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Emilio Vasquez Goméz
Orozco
Gomez
el Paso
Torreon
Jimenez
Vasquez Gomez Ties Fractured Mexican Crisis to U S Border
Local supporters of the Vasquista factions urge clarity from the new provisional Mexican president amid threats reportedly issued by Orozco against Sr. Emilio Vasquez Gomez. Messages also go to Francisco Guzman in Juarez, while Vasquista attaches disperse from San Antonio and key figures relocate to Chihuahua, Washington, and Juarez.
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Chihuahua
Gomez Robelo
Emilio P. Campa
Rueda
Washington
Vasquita
Emilio Vasquez Gomes
Aubert Defeats Rebels at Canon de Carmen
Brig. Gen. Fernando Tracy Aubert defeats rebels at Canon de Carmen. Over 100 rebels killed or wounded. Gen. Huerta leaves for Bermejillo with 8000 to 10000 troops preparing for a northward advance toward Orozco’s forces. Troops upbeat after Aubert victory. Rabago with Huerta. Aguilar remains in command here.
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Fernando Tracy Aubert
Canon de Carmen
Victoriano Huerta
Bermejillo
Orozco
Tracy Aubert
Rabago
Huerta
Alberto Aguilar
Fifteenth Cavalry
Troop Movement Denied By Washington Chiefs
The general staff denied orders for entrainment of troops to the Mexican border. General Wood stated no such orders existed. Regiments returning from the Philippines head for Vancouver. The Second cavalry will move to El Paso around June 15 and the Eighth to Fort Huachuca.
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Fort Huachuca
Rebels Win Battle Near Ojinaga Reports Say
Special to the Light from El Paso Texas reports a Tuesday battle at Coyama near Ojinaga in which 700 rebels clashed with 500 federals. Rebels under Captain Melendez claimed victory and Juarez received the report, but no loss details are available.
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Camp moved for protection at border patrol post
At El Paso on May 8 the Twenty second Infantry Company A camp near Stanton Street bridge was relocated from the river bank to behind the levee after Private Baker was shot from the Mexican side while on border duty.
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Infantry Company heads to Mexican border from Monterey
Associated Press report says Twelfth Infantry left Monterey for Tia Juana California on May 8 to guard the border. Company G had been sent to Yuma Arizona the previous week.
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Tia Juana
Yuma
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Reunion plans color San Antonio as four cities contend
In Macon Georgia the United Confederate Veterans held memorial exercises for deceased leaders at Camp Gordon. The next reunion site narrowed to San Antonio Jacksonville Chattanooga and Louisville with San Antonio leading due to trans Mississippian support. Queen Miss Mary Scandrett to be crowned on Coleman's Hill with a large Georgia contingent.
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Nelson calls for probe into animal industry bureau
Representative Nelson of Wisconsin urged the House agriculture expenditures committee to investigate the Bureau of Animal Industry to uncover links between the meat trust and officials enforcing meat inspection laws. Dr Crane of Kalamazoo supplied charges against Secretary Wilson, A D Melvin, and George P McCabe amid questions over enforcement and potential collusion with packing companies and cattle interests.
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Lient Classifieds Propose Time and Money Savings
Advertisement extols Lient classified ads as a quick money saver for shoppers. It notes savings compare to banking and offers phone accepted ads, urging readers to use Lient to cut costs.
Convention of Bankers Opens Largest Texas Meeting
The Bankers Association convenes in San Antonio with over 1500 bankers and families attending. Notable speakers include detective William J. Burns and bank leaders from Austin Houston and Texarkana. debates cover overdrafts monetary reform and road bonds while sessions promise progress for Texas finance.
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