Clark assails administration over Mexican policy demands
Senator Clark of Wyoming denounces President Wilson for sending John Lind to Mexico as a special emissary and calls for an immediate senate foreign relations inquiry into the safety of Americans and property there. He warns of worsening conditions and notes Constitutionalists control large parts of Mexico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Wilson
John Lind
Mexico
Senate
Clark
Wyoming
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Foreign Relations Committee
Lind
United States
Sheppard
Texas
Lind Declines Mexico Ambassadorship Despite Duty
John Lind, President Wilsons personal representative to Mexico, states he will not accept a permanent ambassadorship in Mexico under any circumstances. He arrived in New Orleans and plans to board the New Hampshire in Galveston tomorrow. Lind notes his pledge to duty but rejects a long term post as Huerta statements loom. Senator Clark cites foreign interest and pending action, warning conditions in the region cannot be borne much longer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New Orleans
John Lind
Wilson
Mexico
Lind
Galveston
New Hampshire
Huerta
Clark
Senate
Effort to Enjoin War Secretary by Maj Ray of Pay Corps
Major Beecher B Ray sought a injunction to block Secretary Garrison from promoting another army pay corps officer. The district supreme court denied the request noting Ray’s seniority but the War Department asked if the president could nominate another man. Attorney General Mc Reynolds ruled that the president could.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maj. Ray
Associated Press
Washington
Beecher B. Ray
Garrison
Army Pay Corps
District Supreme Court
Ray
War Department
McReynolds
Major Harts Named Superintendent of Public Buildings
Washington August 6 Major W W Harts of the corps of engineers US A has been selected for superintendent of public buildings and grounds to succeed Colonel Spencer II The post previously held by Colonel Cosby also carried the role of military aide to the president but it is unclear if that practice continues
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Associated Press
Washington
W. W. Harts
Corps of Engineers
Spencer II
Cosby
Tuesday Hottest Night and Heat Near Seasonal Record
Tuesday night reached the lowest temperature 79 degrees, the hottest in two months, amid protests against the weather man. Tuesday 3:30 pm showed 97 degrees, just one degree below the season record. by 12:30 pm Wednesday the bureau logged 94 degrees as the heat persisted.
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Weather Bureau
Sulzer Failed to State All Contributions
New York Aug 6. Legislative investigating committee hearings revealed additional contributions to Governor Sulzer’s campaign fund not listed in sworn statements. The panel signaled a potential link between these funds and stock market transactions. McCombs donated 500 dollars. Elkus 500 and Schiff 2500 contributions also not disclosed.
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New York
Legislative Investigating Committee
Sulzer
William F. McCombs
Democratic National Committee
Abram I. Elkus
Jacob H. Schiff
Fire bug hired in arson plot at Harris Covitz store
John Danies, a self confessed fire bug, testified he set fire to the Harris Covitz store for 700 dollars. He said the pair wanted total destruction and insured profits. Nudelman paid 400 in cash and 300 by note, later cashed. Harry Brown corroborated the plan to start the fire.
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Associated Press
Chicago
John Danies
W. A. Harris
Max Covitz
Harris
Covitz
Daniel
Sovitz
Nudelman
Nudaman
Danies
Harry Brown
Tragedy Ties Autos Fraternities To Meta Zook Death
In Kansas City Missouri AutMobiles and fraternities are linked to the death of 18 year old Meta Zook from a Sunday incident. The affair led to arrests of two physicians and exposure of many high school boys and families. Superintendent T I Cammack blames parents and notes a rule against fraternities while autos tied to school outings create harmful effects.
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Kansas City
Meta Zook
Zook
I. Cammack
Magneto used by Moose in initiation linked to fatal branding
Enslay electrician Mana Stratford testified he sold the magneto used by the Loyal Order of Moose to the Elks, saying it could generate two thousand volts enough to kill a man. Undertaker Dennis Echols reported a blood spot on Kenny’s breast after the body arrived at his shop. Jury sessions continue with key witnesses yet to be called.
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Associated Press
Birmingham
Ala
Manafield Stratford
Christopher Javin
Donald Kenny
The
Loyal Order of Moose
Moose Lodge
Elks Lodge
Elks
Stradford
Nashville
Dennis Echols
Ensley
China seeks $500000 for Panama-Pacific Exposition exhibit
Peking reports China plans a national exhibit at the Panama-Pacific Exposition in San Francisco but faces financial strain. The finance minister aims for a $500,000 appropriation, yet many Chinese parliament members oppose it. Chambers of commerce also show reluctance due to merchant losses from the recent rebellion.
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Associated Press
Peking
China
San Francisco
Chambers of Commerce
Fewer Troops in Strike District in Calumet
In Calumet Michigan Aug 6 a plan to reduce military force in the copper mine strike district was announced by Gene Path Abbey. Sheriff James Crune was given carte blanche to organize armed deputies following action by the Houghton county supervisor. Mother Jones was to give her first Laurin speech attracting diverse crowds after a large strikers parade. Mine managers expect it will be several days before mining resumes.
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Associated Press
Calumet
Mich
Gene
Houghton County
James Crune Carte Blanche
Jones
Laurim
Ambassador Gerard Finds House Rent High in Berlin
American envoy James W. Gerard and family faced steep Berlin rents as he sought two residences costing about 19000 dollars annually each, exceeding his salary by 1500 dollars. He plans to confer with President Wilson and Secretary Bryan before leasing. George von Meyer recalled similar housing woes in Petersburg.
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Berlin
James W. Gerard
United States
Germany
Anton Sigray
Hamburg
Amerika
Gerard
Gerlin
Wilson
Bryan
George von Meyer
Navy
Petersburg
Government Troops Seize Rebel Base at Tehan on Poyang Lake
Chinese government forces report capture of Tehan on Poyang lake the principal rebel base in Kiang-Si. A separate success saw Shayang taken on the Hai Kiang as combat continues near Canton Hankow with rebels under pressure.
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Canton
Hankow
China
Tehan
Poyang Lake
Kiang-Si
Hu Pen Y
Shayang
Hai Kiang
Battle at Canton as Chinese forces attack rebel stronghold
Hong Kong dispatch reports government troops clash with Southern rebels in Canton. Two divisions of the army attacked the east gate of the city amid ongoing fighting.
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Hong Kong
China
Canton
Sothern
Strike Remains Quiet With No Settlement In Sight
Strikes by machinists boiler makers foundrymen and shipyard workers continued with no new move from either side. Wage talks at New Orleans Mobile and Chicago Railroad offices prompted hope for a raise for railroad machinists though linked to separate wage talks. Shipyards at Ollinger Bruce and Gulf Dry Dock showed only light activity as picketing persisted and officials urged calm amid ongoing labor action.
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New Orleans, Mobile and Chicago Railroad
Road
Ollinger & Bruce Company
Gulf Dry Dock Company
Laz Schwarz
Constitutionalist Attack Near Monclova Resorts to Three Columns
Reports from Monclova indicate three Constitutionalist columns pressing the city. A mine explosion touched off by Constitutionalist forces killed four federals nearby, as Villareal leads one column and is noted as a former consul-general to Spain under Madero.
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Constitutionalist
Hacienda Hermanas
Fagle Pass
Texas
Monclova
Antonio A. Villareal
Coahuila
Villareal
Spain
Madero
Two Americans Released After Prisoner Exchange
Otty Winters and Parie-H sanchez two Americans held prisoners at Monterey were released today after being transferred to Nuevo Laredo following a prior detention in Laredo Texas on August 6.
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Laredo
Texas
Otty Winters
Parie-Hsanches
Monterey
Neuvo Laredo
Surgeon Acknowledged for Speed to Save Cow
Dr Massagana a veterinary surgeon was arrested Tuesday afternoon by a motorcycle officer on a speeding charge. He was discharged in recorder's court Wednesday morning after stating he was making a hurry call to save the life of a cow.
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Massagana
L. S. Taichow
Recorder’s Court
Dr. Massagena
Senate Debates Tariff Bill and Mexico Policy Clash
Senate met at noon to continue general debate on a tariff bill. Senator Clark of Wyoming attacked Wilson’s Mexico policy and introduced a resolution for investigation. Lobby hearings featured James Emery and Louis Seibold. Eduardo Hay testified on Mexico as the Foreign Relations Committee reviewed the situation. Meeting adjourned to Friday noon with Mulhall excused until Monday.
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Lippitt
Clark
Wyoming
Wilson
John Lind
Mexico
James E. Emery
National Association of Manufacturers
Ride of Mulhall
Eduardo Hay
Martin M. Mulhall
Louis Seibold
Weather report with scattered showers and temperatures
Local weather notes show temperatures at a corner location with highs around 90 and lows near 37. Forecasts predict showers tonight or Thursday with light variable winds. Alabama expected fair today with showers Thursday. Mississippi mostly fair with possible showers in extreme south tonight or Thursday.
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Royal and
Alabama
Mississippi
Newport's New Song Maker
Sister of Jack Geraghty who eloped with Julia French becomes a composer. Naval men at Newport and society girls praise her latest song. Henri Conreid plans to arrange performances at Newport Casino and social events. Original copy sent to Mrs Jack Geraghty on a Newport summer farm visit.
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Jack” Geraghty
Julia French
Newport
Henri Conreid
Counsel for Manufacturers Takes Stand in Mulhall Case
James A. Emery, Washington representative of the National Association of Manufacturers, testifies before the Senate lobby committee outlining the group's opposition to AFL efforts and detailing the council’s origin to defend open shop policies. Mulhall letters and Van Cleave's role are disputed.
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Associated Press
Washington
James A. Emery
National Association of Manufacturers
Senate Lobby Committee
Martin M. Mulhall
Emery
Robert McCarter
Aettorney
Association
McCarter
National Association of “Maufacturers
American Federation of Labor
United Labor Organizations
Kemery
James W. van Cleave
Manufacturers’ Association
New York
Mulhall
van Cleave
Cte Oteen
Flaherty Re elected Leader At Knights Of Columbus
At the convention in Boston nearly all Supreme officers were re elected. Supreme Knight James A. Flaherty of Philadelphia was unanimously chosen along with Deputy Supreme Knight Martin H. Carmody of Grand Rapids Michigan Supreme Secretary William J McGinley of New Haven Connecticut and Supreme Treasurer Daniel J Callahan of Washington.
Ten Thousand Damages Sought From Priest in Affection Suit
Jacob Brysiowa filed in circuit court for 10000 damages against Rev. Roman Pawiikowski former pastor of an independent Polish Catholic church for alienation of his wife's affections. A garnishment writ attached funds of the priest. The priest was transferred to Duryea Pennsylvania. Mrs Brysiowa denied the charges and said the priest was her husband's friend not hers.
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Associated Press
ST. Louis
Jacob Brysiowa
Roman Pawiikowski
Duryea
President Wilson Accepts Mobile Invitation With Conditions
President Wilson accepts an October Mobile visit on condition Congress finishes tariff and currency bills. Secretary Bryan and Navy Secretary Daniels plan to attend and speak on The Farther South and The Panama Canal and Our Navy respectively. Pan-American Union's John Barrett will speak on What the Canal Means to Pan-America.
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L. C. Irvine
C. C
Washington, D. C
Wilson
Mobile
Congress
William Jennings Bryan
Southern Commercial Congress
South
Navy
Josephus Daniels
Panama Canal
Pan-American Union
President invited to fifth Southern Commercial Congress meet
President Wilson received invitations from Senator Fletcher Mobile business leaders and a Southern Commercial Congress committee to attend the fifth annual convention in Mobile Alabama October 27 to 29. Senators Williams and Meridian delegation asked him to visit Meridian on a southern trip.
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Associated Press
Washington
Wilson
Fletcher
Mobile
Southern Commercial Congress
Ala
Williams
Mississippi
Meridian
Panama Canal
Congress
Vardaman
Bankhead and Johnston
Alabama
Ransdell
Louisiana
Montgomery Police Chief Girds Free Run After Ordinance
Montgomery officials clash as City Commissioner Walter Brassell introduces an ordinance to loosen Chief Taylor’s control of the police department with a plan to elect a new chief if reform fails in eight months. The measure faces likely defeat amid ongoing white slavery and vice probes and segregation debates.
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Montgomery
Ala
Taylor
Walter R. Brassell
City Commission
Brussell
Redight
Eleven More Miles of Double Track Put in Service by L. and N.
Louisville and Nashville Railroad opened eleven additional miles of double track between Birmingham and Decatur, bringing total in use to thirty miles. By October 1 twenty more miles are planned and by January 1 the Blount Springs tunnels should finish, completing eighty six miles between Birmingham and Decatur.
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Birmingham
Ala
Louisville and Nashville Railroad
Decatur
Blount Springs
Tennessee State Line
Calera
Nashville
Former Bulgarian Premier Daneff Not Under Arrest
Sofia reports there is no basis for rumors that former Bulgarian premier Daneff is under arrest. The government states no charges or detainment exist.
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Daneff
Associated Press
Sofia
Bulgaria
Planter's body found at bottom of elevator shaft
Robert M. Hughes a wealthy planter with holdings in Senatobia Mississippi and Hughes Arkansas was found dead near a basement elevator at a Memphis furniture store. Morris Rosenbaum a firm member said Hughes asked to use the phone yesterday and was later found with money and jewelry on him. Police believe he stepped into the shaft after leaving the phone booth.
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Memphis
Tenn
Robert M. Hughes
Senatobia
Miss
Hughes
Ark
Morris Rosenbaum
Heat relief doubtful across Kansas Missouri and Oklahoma
Kansas City August 6 There were only slight indications today of relief from the intense heat that has gripped Kansas Missouri and Oklahoma this week The weather forecaster said northwest Missouri and northern Kansas would be five to eight degrees cooler today but southern Missouri Kansas and most of Oklahoma would see no relief in the next twenty four hours The high yesterday reached 114 at Clay Center Several counties reported vegetation burning up
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Associated Press
Kansas City
Kansas
Missouri
Oklahoma
United States
Clay Center
Rich Manufacturer in Station Personal Crisis Reports
Adison R. Wright a wealthy member of a Philadelphia manufacturing firm killed himself today in a railroad station at Norrit Town Pa He was sixty and had just returned from a around the world trip with his wife and faced a personal crisis.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Addison R. Wright
Norrietown
Wright
Seven Thousand Women Strike in East Side Mills
Seven thousand women employed in East Side knitting mills went on strike demanding shorter hours higher pay and better sanitary conditions. The action drew sympathy from several thousand men matching the scale of the labor unrest, rivaling the shirtwaist strike of 1909.
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Associated Press
New York
East Side
Mobile girl found semi conscious in Montgomery area
Miss Marie Pollard, a young white girl from Mobile suburbs, was found semi conscious at Hall Street and Decatur Avenue by passersby. She claims a man named Leslie Brown enticed her downtown yesterday and drugged her. She was sent to a hospital and asked that her name be kept private. doctors say she was not drugged.
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Montgomery
Ala
Marie Pollard
Mobile
Hall Street
Decatur Avenue
Leslie Brown
Miss Pollard
Mary Porter
Try
Gomery
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