Mexican Troops Sent to Tampico and Oil War Fears Rise
Federal troops were dispatched to the Tampico region to protect nationals and foreigners amid unrest over unemployment and oil-industry tensions. Secretary Calles accused American oil producers of scamming the Mexican treasury, while U S gunboats Sacramento and Cleveland were withdrawn as the situation cooled.
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Mexico City
Tampico
Fernando Torreblanca
Obregon
United States
Mexico
Communists Plan Unified Action Against American Imperialism
The Communist Party of America and the United Communist Party of America, newly consolidated, vow to aid the Communist Internationale and fight under its banner for the overthrow of American imperialism and the establishment of a proletarian dictatorship, per Moscow dispatch from the third congress.
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Riga
Communist Party of America
United Communist Party of America
Communist Internationale
Moscow
Third Congress
Third Internationale
Revolutionary Proletariat of
America
Five Banks Hit by Nitro Explosions at Coulter State Bank
Five men robbed Coulter State bank in Lee, Iowa, at two o'clock in the morning. In full view of bystanders they fired five charges of nitroglycerin and fled with $5,000. Des Moines dispatch July 11.
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Des Moines
Coulter State Bank
Lee Ia
Theorning
Yank Ship Ashore at Belfast
The American steamer Eastern Sword, which sailed from New Orleans for Belfast and Glasgow on June 14, lies ashore at the entrance to Belfast Lough in a safe position after its voyage.
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Belfast
Eastern Sword
New Orleans
Glasgow
Belfast Lough
Pullman Will Is Fired
Chicago July 9 an inventory of the 3 475 000 estate of the late Mrs.
Warships to Tampico Protect U S Property in Oil Unrest
Two U S gunboats the Sacramento and the Cleveland were ordered to Tampico to safeguard American property amid oil industry layoffs and unrest following tax changes. Navy Secretary Denby said ships will stay outside the three mile limit and act only if needed. Mexican President Obregon ordered compensation for workers displaced by closures in Tamaulipas and Vera Cruz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Sacramento
Cleveland
Tampico
State Department
Navy Department
Denby
Mexico City
Tamaulipas
Vera Cruz
Obregon
Department of the Interior
Dempsey Stops Carpentier in Fourth Round Ring Clash
Boxing history in Jersey City as Jack Dempsey defeats Georges Carpentier in one minute and sixteen seconds of the fourth round to retain the world heavyweight title. Also notes deaths of Capt. S. N. Rathbun in Iowa and James A. Folger in San Francisco.
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Copenhagen
Denmark
Sweden
Berlin
Upper Silesia
Cedar Rapids
S. N. Rathbun
Marion Register
Iowa
Rings
Jersey City
N. J
Jack Dempsey
America
Georges Carpentier
France
San Francisco
Cal
James A. Folger
J. A. Folger & Co
National Coffee Roasters’ Association
Pacific Coast Coffee Roasters’ Association
Maryland to be delivered July 20 with 16 inch rifles
Newport News Virginia July 11 The superdreadnought Maryland the first battleship with 16 inch rifles will be delivered to the Navy department on July 20 according to its builders.
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Maryland
Newport News
Navy Department
Director Weds Theda Bara in New York Ceremony
Theda Bara, screen siren, becomes a bride in a New York wedding reported July 11. Details of the ceremony are sparse but mark Bara's marriage to her chosen partner as the day’s notable event.
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Theda Bara
New York
Mellon Opposes Soldiers' Bonus Deferring Action
Secretary Mellon flatly opposed the soldier bonus legislation urging deferral. He warned the plan would create inflationary pressure and heavy federal obligations, with costs ranging from 1.5 to over 8.3 billion dollars and risk to govt finances and Liberty bond markets. He argued service sacrifice cannot be measured in money and urged postponement for the sake of economic stability.
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Washington
the Treasury
Mellon
Frelinghuysen
Treasury
Mr. Mellon
Congress
Rail Income Improves With May Net Operating Profit
Washington reports May railroad net operating income reached 37.246 million dollars, a high mark for the year, per filings with the Interstate Commerce Commission.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Evacuation of Upper Silesia Officially Completed
London July 11 dispatch reports the evacuation of Upper Silesia by insurgent forces officially completed at midnight Wednesday. Railway traffic is returning to normal as the region stabilizes after the operation.
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Silesia
London
Upper Silesia
U S Weekly Market Report Grain and Livestock Trends
The U S weekly market report shows grain prices slipping with a late week rally on short covering and new buying. Wheat and corn futures eased amid poor thrashing returns in several states and favorable crop prospects, while hay and feeds saw mixed shifts. Dairy firms with firm butter and higher cheese, and livestock prices generally rose with hogs and sheep advancing and beef prices steady to higher.
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U.S. Bureau OF Markets
Washington
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
Iowa
Missouri
Chicago
Minneapolis
Kansas City
Winnipeg
Cincinnati
Timothy
Omaha
Prairie
Virginia
New York
Georgia
Hiley
Elbertas
Florida
Tom Watson
Philadelphia
Boston
Wisconsin
Big Bertha Toy Demonstrated in Woolworth Tower
New York reports a gun dubbed Big Bertha shown in the Woolworth building tower. Dr Mister Reese Hutchinson, ex Edison chief engineer, claimed a muzzle velocity of one to five miles per second and a potential 200 to 300 mile range with a five ton projectile. The device supposedly fired noiselessly and without recoil and lacked a silencer.
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New York
Mister Reese Hutchinson
Woolworth
Thomas A. Edison
Fight for Bonus Bill Drives Senate Coalition in July
Washington July 11 party lines eroded as supporters of soldier bonus legislation form a strong coalition in the senate. They aim to defeat the administration plan to shelve the measure indefinitely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Friends of
Senate
United States Steel Cuts Pipe and Tube Prices
United States Steel announces price reductions on pipe and tube products in New York. Cuts range from 3 to 12 dollars per ton, reflecting a downsizing in steel costs amid market shifts.
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New York
United States Steel Corporation
New Wrap Styles Highlight Two in One Garment Appeal
A feature on recent wrap designs notes heavy black satin reversed with Harding blue for a two in one effect suited for day and evening wear. Trends include tricotine, twill cord, normandy, bolivia, velvet, plaid wool wraps, and coats in gray tricotine with scalloped revers and turn back cuffs.
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Harding
Normandy
Bolivia
Off-the-Face Roll Brim Hat Wins Favor Among Women
Opal blue taffeta hat with an off-the-face roll brim attracts praise from well dressed women. The feature item highlights fashion elegance and current millinery trends.
Crepe de Chine Suit Styles for Summer and Fall
Crepe de chine suits, blouses, and hats are now practical for summer and early fall. A matching cape provides a convenient layer for warmth when needed.
Self-trimmed dresses take the stage with bold details
The self-trimmed dress is praised for its incrustations appliques and flutings. The flutings are pressed into shape and allowed to fall loose, showcasing a simple yet stylish finish.
Fashion Frills and Fabrics Highlight Lavish Fashion Trends
Lavender hats paired with dark dresses and Baroche pearls on silk cords define this season’s smart style. Canton crepe remains a top fabric with lace trimmed hats and two fabric ensembles. Felt hats in bright hues feature fruit and flower trims while lace and white veiling gain vogue for daywear and evening coats.
All White Evening Dresses Dominant This Spring
The vogue of the all white evening dress has come into its own with late spring. Beautiful white gowns appear at major evening functions along the north and south shores. Combinations include kitten's-ear crepe with lace, canton crepe with chiffon, and white chantilly with net, often paired with black wraps.
Bargain Gowns and Home Alterations Change Fashion Perceptions
The article notes that dresses with extreme style can become desirable after home or tailor alterations. It cites a vivid green and steel buttoned skirt unpopular at first, revised with black satin and a softened neckline, making the model appealing and suggesting sleeves or bodice changes as smart options.
Lace Caps for Babies From Lace and Ribbon
Pretty baby bonnets are made by using white lace all over and drawing in fullness at the back with a ribbon run through a tiny hem. Edges are trimmed with lace ruffles and long strings use fine insertion. Some caps use scraps of lace and embroidery, sewn in mixed varieties and finished with lace pompons.
Pretty Gifts From Painted Foliage and Bric-a-Brac
An article describes making quick gifts by painting foliage and sprucing old bric-a-brac. Pussy willows and catkins can be silvered, creating modern decorative effects. Even tarnished book ends can be refreshed with crimson and purple tones for a soft smoky look.
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Calles of Obregon
Calles
Senor Calles
Zacamixtla
U. S
Coulter
John James Tigert
P. P. Claxton
Secretary of Treasury
Henry Z. Osborn
Los Angeles
California
U. S. Weekly Market Report
Big Bertha
Terial
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