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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1913
Page
1
The Mexican foreign office informally asked France to mediate between the United States and Mexico. Paris officials said they will do nothing until advised on U S policy toward Mexico and will avoid anything unwelcome.
Ambassador Jusserand has no instructions to seek mediation yet. The French envoy would channel talks via Secretary Bryan if Paris chooses to propose good offices. Officials note Wilson’s firmness on Huerta’s retirement shapes any mediation plan and other steps may precede a formal move.
State department officials say the French office’s refusal to indicate a mediation stance between Mexico and the United States signals France defers to U S policy in the Mexican situation. Secretary Bryan notes the lack of official advice prevents further comment. France was among early European governments to accept the U S request for action.
A report notes the United States plans to inform Berlin of its stance and intended measures regarding the Mexican situation, outlining the attitude and actions anticipated by Washington.
The Right Rev. J. M. Kovdelka was installed as bishop of Superior on November 5, with Right Rev. A. F. Schimner presiding. The ceremony took place in Superior, Wisconsin, marking a key leadership transition for the diocese.
Mexico City reports say alienists declared Enrique Zepeda not responsible for the assassination of Major Gabriel Hernandez. Zepeda, relative of Provisional President Huerta and former federal district governor, ordered prisoners shot at Belem prison in March and had the body cremated. A new inquiry was ordered after an earlier alienist ruling was set aside.
Defense counsel in the government’s suit to dissolve the International Harvester Company wrapped up final arguments. Edgar A. Bancroft argued trade conditions since the company’s inception and said evidence disproved most government claims. He conceded minor past missteps by some division managers but stressed the essence of the Sherman Act question.
James G. Oakley former head of Alabama's convict department wins a ruling throwing out two counts of embezzlement charges in Montgomery. Judge Brown sustains demurrers and orders a new indictment while keeping bond. Nine indictments linger with defense challenging legality and proof.
Early returns from Philadelphia show Superior Court Judge John J. Henderson Republican reelected. Webster Grim Democrat and James Alcorn Republican led for the remaining superior court seat. City loan approval and the $50,000,000 state bond issue for good roads appear to fail.
The Mobile Item announces it will bulletin New York City election returns and nationwide results. Fusion candidate Mitchell for mayor of New York is mentioned along with ex Governor Sulzer and Democrat Walsh and Fielder as figures in the broader race.
Associated Press reports Los Angeles marked the water system milestone with two days of festivities. Thousands gathered at the San Fernando valley head to witness gates lifting and the San Fernando reservoir delivering about 260 million gallons daily. A half million dollar fountain dedication is planned for tomorrow, honoring eight years of work and a thirty million dollar hydro project delivering 47 000 horsepower.
The scout Chester at the Philadelphia navy yard was ordered to prepare for immediate voyage to Vera Cruz. It is a swift light-draft vessel valued for scout duty and capable of supporting shore craft near Vera Cruz.
The forecast calls for rain tonight and again on Thursday in Alabama. Falk city alerts indicate showers moving in with possible overnight impacts.
October 1912 exports at ports valued 2,431,410 to Germany, largest monthly total on record. France and England followed with about 1.38 million and 1.06 million respectively as detailed country breakdowns show ships and commodities moving through major ports. The report compares figures to 1910 and 1918 levels, noting overall gains.
Navy town report notes Attorney General Swift conceding defeat to Charley J. Boynton a Democrat in a local race. The outcome confirms Boynton as the winner with Swift acknowledging the result this afternoon.
Secretary of State Bryan refused to discuss the Mexican situation in any phase. He would not confirm or deny a published report that General Huerta had replied to a recent U S communication.
A Russo Chinese agreement signed in Peking recognizes Outer Mongolia as autonomous and reiterates Chinese suzerainty. China agrees not to colonize or militarily occupy the region except for consult guards. Autonomous Mongolia will include areas once under Urga Ulustan Kobdo authorities, with frontier details to be negotiated due to lack of maps.
Representative Cary of Wisconsin asks the House to investigate New Haven post office contracts. He alleges a Philadelphia firm with a higher bid won the award, a decision made with Taft’s advice on using a specific marble for the building.
The elections show Democratic wins in Massachusetts New Jersey Virginia and nearly all states. Governor Walsh led a Democratic sweep in Massachusetts with a 53691 plurality. New York rebuked Tammany while John Mitchel was elected mayor. Maryland sent Blair Lee as senator. Three of four new U.S. representatives are Democrats.
Democratic Party collapses in Greater New York with Fusionists winning mayor and comptroller posts. Edward McCall and Mitchel victories mark anti-Tammany shift. Prendergast and McAneny gain key city offices. Several assembly seats flip to Republicans and Progressives amid broad rebuke of Tammany.
A brief snippet notes a close race outcome described as a four cornered finish with a nip. Details are sparse on participants, location, or date.
A fragmentary Chicago note recalls Mr. Morris in a stark tribute. The text hints at a popular sentiment that the poor pay tribute to a deceased wealthy man, reflecting social contrasts.
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