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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1913
Page
2
Nelson O Shaughnessy, the American chargé d affaires, denies sending any note for Huerta in a Monterey plot report. Readible fragments indicate conspirators were moved to Vera Cruz and jailed.
Mrs John Lind wife of President Wilsons special envoy aided two Mexican deputies Adolfo Dominguez and Miguel A Cordera escape arrest at Vera Cruz by hiding them in her stateroom aboard the Morro Castle and staying on deck through the night until authorities left. The incident sparked debate over US policy while Lind defended Wilsons approach as aiding peace.
London papers attack British Mexico policy in an editorial on Huerta and Wilson. The piece condemns British support for Huerta, argues it undercuts liberal aims, cites Lord Cowdray and oil interests, and warns Britain risks isolation among liberal powers.
In Eagle Pass Texas a panic among foreign Mexican property owners grows as wealth holders rush assets to the border. Constitutionalists postpone attack on Piedras Negras citing scarce experts and risk of Federals losing held territory. American cattle buyers seek Monclova stock but fear export disruption via Piedras Negras. Reports from Monterey pending.
The Norwegian steamship Jason arrived in Los Angeles from Mexican ports and clarified the arrest of Captain Frederick Jebsen, a San Francisco shipowner. Jebsen had been jailed ten days after the Jason rammed the Mexican gunboat Guerrero at Topolobampo harbor. the act was ruled accidental. The case drew involvement from the German foreign office and the American state department, with passengers noting humane treatment for Americans in the northern Mexican coast under the Constitutionalists.
The steamship Benito Juarez reports 500 Constitutionalist rebels near Mazatlan with 2000 Federal defenders. Mazatlan bankers seek a 10 million franc loan in Paris. $3000 in silver seized from American ranchers Juan and George Kelly under Huerta export ban. Topolobampo and Santa Quinlin recaptured by Federals.
General Porfirio Diaz says he has no plan to go back to Mexico unless a foreign power attacks. He comments in Paris that Mexico would unite to repel invaders, notes Huerta currently governs with support, and declines to discuss U S policy or President Wilson’s expected message.
El País summarizes the White House political maneuvering toward Mexico, with an editorial alleging Wilson remains reserved undecided and seeking allies while contemplating a decisive move. The piece notes Washington’s cable hints at machinations and Mexico’s perception of injustice in the dispute.
The article discusses potential European support for President Wilson in pressuring Provisional President Huerta. France England and Germany may aid in intervention or via Carranza, challenging Huerta’s rule. Porfirio Diaz references a forthcoming Wilson address amid European dispatches on U.S. Mexico policy.
Secretary Bryan, returning from a two day New Jersey campaign, studied Mexican dispatches before addressing Maryland voters. Officials debated whether the president would send Congress a detailed report on the Mexican situation, though no plan had been announced. The White House indicated no direct communication to the powers was planned.
Paris reports no basis for yesterday's claim in the Frankfort Gazette that Mexico would exercise the option on a $25,000,000 loan in Paris on December 1. Officials here say no decision or action has been made.
Rome reports that Italy will not pursue any Mexican policy without a prior friendly exchange of ideas with the United States. The statement emphasizes bilateral consultation as a condition for any program.
City Building Inspector Jackson reports October improvements cost 275 405 dollars with 290 permits issued. Fifth ward leads with 27 permits and 112 095 dollars, reflecting major business district activity. First ward rebounds with 37 permits 64 515 dollars as West Commerce Street widening proceeds.
The Meat Cutter's local union No. 525 endorses Sunday closing of meat markets and will aid prosecution of violators. A resolution adopting the stance was unanimously approved this week. The union pledges strenuous effort and reports many new members, with enrollment now far above the charter level.
Joseph F. Nichols of Greenville was appointed colonel of the Third Infantry Texas National Guard to fill the vacancy caused by the voluntary retirement of Colonel Hampson Gary of Tyler in Austin on November 1.
County proposes 1 million dollar courthouse bonds to move juries to a southern frontage, install electric fans and steam heat, add showers and new furniture, and expand office space for Sheriff, County Attorney, Clerk, Collector, and Assessor. Officials say the current rooms are a disgrace and crowding hinders county business.
Prince Ernest Augustus of Cumberland assumed the government of the Duchy of Brunswick becoming duke. He married Victoria Luise daughter of the German emperor on May 24. In a declaration he pledged loyalty to the German empire and rulers, implicitly renouncing Hanover throne claims.
Federal officials in Juarez claim Chihuahua City remains under Federal control with constant communication to Chihuahua despite a momentary assault anticipated by Pancho Villa’s Constitutionalist troops.
War Department order directs all cavalry regiments to re equip with Colt automatic 45 cal pistols, replacing 38 cal revolvers. Sixth Cavalry to receive first as officers favor longer range and stopping power seen in patrols in the Philippines. Cavalry previously shifted toward sabre but new arms prioritize firepower.
The Southwest Texas District Baptist Women held an all day session after the Baptist laymen convention. Addresses covered Baptist educational institutions at San Marcos and Waco with debate over funding for church work at the State University and for saving local youth. The morning included songs and reports from auxiliary presidents highlighting Sunbeam Bands, missions, and outreach to Mexican and African American communities.
Three hundred fifty attendees, about two hundred more than predicted, filled the Y M C A building for a Halloween event. Decorations included pumpkins leaves and mystic motifs with games fortune telling and a boys department party planned for tonight featuring a basket ball game and contest events.
Pittsburg Nov 1 Nearly $100000 is disbursed by the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission for heroism. The distribution includes 16 awards of $2000 and 39 of $1000 with many pensions and smaller cash grants. The top award goes to Charles N Wright and William L Dillard for saving R Augustus Baty from a cliff fall in North Carolina on May 14 1911.
Recipients across Texas and Louisiana receive bronze or silver medals and monetary awards for brave acts. Efforts include attempting to rescue Clara F B Downs from a runaway in Temple. saving Mellie M Hughes from drowning. rescuing Frank Mack from being run over by a train in Waco. and a widow John H Ammons and family receive pension-related assistance.
At the Texas League autumn session in Houston the battle over Wilbur P. Allen’s re election intensified with Mortis Black and Joe Gardiner leading the opposition. Judge John W. Hornsby was mentioned as a possible successor while concerns over the current ball supplier prompted a committee review of a rival contract. No substantive business was completed by luncheon.
Mrs. H. D. Mathews of 205 Rehman street thwarted two white men attempting a 9:45 PM hold up as she crossed the Cevallos street bridge. She spurred her horse and drove to safety, description given to police, detectives assigned.
Governor O B Colquitt will deliver the proclamation formalizing the Cotton Palace opening tonight as the fourth year of the exposition begins. He travels to Waco with staff and is greeted by Abe Groos and the reception committee at the depot. Newsmen attend as guests on press day amid cloudy weather and carnival spirit.
C D Pollock the city paving expert will not reach San Antonio until late November. A letter to Mayor Brown says he needs most of a month to settle affairs in Brooklyn N Y and then can stay in San Antonio for an indefinite period. The city engineer team works on a topographical map crucial for sewer expert Samuel Gray to draft an extension plan.
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