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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1914
Page
1
The board finding on the Ludlow tragedy blames Greek strikers for starting the clash while recommending court martial for all militiamen involved. It says militiamen and guards spread fire by pouring oil and looting tents, and that a machine gun aimed at tents sparked the blaze.
The Star reports a tense four hour standoff on a refugee train near Vera Cruz. Mexican officers demanded the photographer be handed over to them, believing him to be English. British chargé d affaires T. Hohler refused, stating the photographer was Mexican, allowing the train to depart with Americans aboard.
Chief Griffiths and City Light Superintendent Ross push a campaign to illuminate dark alleys with arc lamps during crime hours. South of Yesterway to be lit first, then citywide. They argue better lighting aids officers by 10 to 15 minutes, reducing pursuit and injuries in the dark.
Marie Gantz faces a warrant for threatening Rockefeller as picketing at the Standard Oil offices and his residence continues. Notable protesters include Mrs Tipton Sinclair and Elizabeth Freeman, urging action over Colorado miners and labor rights. The scene underscores ongoing tensions between reformers and wealth power.
Vera Cruz dispatch says Gen Maas plans to assault Vera Cruz with Huerta pressing for a retreat toward Mexico City. The correspondent notes Huerta aims to lure U S forces away from the capital, but prolonged stays near the water works disrupts his timetable and signals growing opposition to Huerta among the city’s residents.
A reporter notes plans to visit Brooklyn on Monday to honor the Marines and bluejackets at Vera Cruz and mentions a possible proclamation declaring the day a period of national sorrow. The details point to a formal mourning gesture by May 4.
The report notes the president sees no route to safety in Mexico and plans to provoke an engagement to escape capture by Americans. It also says Foreign Minister Rojas resigned after Archbishop Mora failed to persuade Huerta to retire, and Rojas may face safety concerns due to Huerta's anger.
Wireless from Chas. H. Raymond reports the pier at Manzanillo burned and hundreds flee. The message says Admiral Howard will give 48 hours warning before opening fire. The South Dakota is at Acapulco, the Maryland at Manzanillo, and the California near Mazatlan.
Memorial day services on Sunday May 30 will be held at the First Baptist church. Delegates of patriotic societies yesterday accepted the invitation of Rev. Carter Helm Jones to attend.
Aberdeen reports a woman found murdered and police seek B J Moore of Portland believed infatuated with the victim, Mrs Vivian Lacrosse, 25, whose body was located in the saloon district.
Washington residents weigh the liquor question in a November referendum. The Star published letters from voters, with David Le Bow winning the Wet prize and C A Palmer the Dry prize. Letters argue for and against prohibition, citing law, morality, and moderation.
Denver reports say a warrant for first degree murder and conspiracy may be issued against John D. Rockefeller Jr. amid Ludlow deaths. Miners threaten to swear out warrants against mine leaders while the legislature convenes to address militia costs, state police measures, and mine guards use. Major Holbrook orders arms shipments restricted in Las Animas County as officials debate an impeachment move.
Judge King Dykeman urged recall of judges in a Phi Delta Phi speech at a Washington hotel. Attendees included four Supreme Court members led by Chief Justice Herman D. Crow. He argued for elected long terms or good behavior with public removal, deeming impeachment outdated.
President Wilson awaits Richard Olney's reply on chairmanship of the federal reserve bank board. Olney, 79, is expected to decline, with the president to name five men to join the treasury secretary and comptroller of the currency. The choice becomes public after Olney's decision.
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