Huerta pressed to yield as crisis looms in Mexico
Washington reports indicate Huerta may reverse rejection of U S peace proposals before Tuesday as foreign pressure grows. US President Wilson contemplates his Congress message on Mexico and may delay reading it if Huerta shifts stance. Officials expect Huerta to resign or withdraw from the presidential race amid European and domestic pressure and a strained treasury.
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Americans Murdered in Mexico by Federals Near Madera
Special to The Washington Post from El Paso Texas reports two Americans killed by irregular Mexican federal soldiers in Madera Chihuahua on August 15. Edmund Hayes of Madera Lumber and a Buffalo New York man named Tom were slain as federal forces clashed with bandits and Villa supporters. The incident prompted American citizens to flee toward El Paso aboard a special train.
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Huerta Sending Envoy to Washington Amid Talks
Special to The Washington Post from Mexico City dated August 2 reports Emilio Rabasa may depart for Washington as ambassador though the Huerta regime remains unrecognized. A senate committee discussed calling an extra session to address Wilson's representations, with amendments on sedition and reporting negotiations. The session’s uncertain timing leaves prospects for a special session unclear.
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Gaynor Again Candidate Edward E McCall Accepts Tamanny Hall's Designation
Edward E McCall accepts Tammany Hall designation for mayor, joining John Purroy Mitchell as fusionist nominee while William J Gaynor fights to stay on the independent ticket. Gaynor asserts he has not surrendered city or taxpayers to any exploitative faction and will decide to run based on citizen wishes.
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Follows Fiancé as Suicide Shocks Atlantic City
The body of Veronica Bishop of New York was identified in Atlantic City after a morning suicide by inhaling gas at a local hotel. She was engaged to Thomas I. Laroque, a wealthy labman who earlier died by jumping from a ferry at Long Island. Police investigations and travel details for related return trips are noted.
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Reilly Shot Near Home After Sudden Altercation
Francis A. Reilly a 20 year old stenographer and clerk for Senator Bristow of Kansas was shot twice at close range on Sixteenth street northeast near his home. The assailant described as D H Schultz a Progressive party stenographer fled and was being sought by police. Reilly's father said Schultz was a bosom friend but objected to him due to his habits. Reilly is wounded in the abdomen and left thigh and is hospitalized in critical condition. Police traced the incident to a dispute during a walk with another man. Schultz had worked at Progressive headquarters in the Munsey building and for Roosevelt campaign headquarters. He was last known to be in Washington awaiting a possible move. The investigation continues with officers questioning neighbors and reviewing Schultz’s recent associations.
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Navy Yard Bookmakers Nab Six As Breaks In Race Bets Grow
Six Washington navy yard employees were arrested in a raid on handbook bookmakers tied to horse racing. Secretaries Daniels and Jones praised the arrests as investigators probe other federal departments for similar betting rings. Outside patrons and apprentices are named as bettors, with thousands of dollars flowing weekly and families suffering from losses. More arrests are anticipated as police canvass slips and monitor betting hubs.
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Escape plot fuels Thaw case amid Matteawan manhunt
In Canada, Roger Thompson, a New York chauffeur linked to Stanford White's escape ring for Harry Thaw, claims sanity and implicates Thaw in the Matteawan breakout. Dominion authorities seek quick extradition while New York officials push deportation to Vermont or New Hampshire and Thaw's habeas corpus bid hangs in limbo.
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Yacht Race Assured for America's Cup Contested Soon
Contracts between the New York Yacht Club and the Royal Lister Yacht Club for next year's America's Cup race have been signed sealed and delivered. The official announcement will be made in a day or two, clearing the way for the contest and confirming the combined effort to stage the event.
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New Haven Railroad Meeting Debates 67 Million Bond Issue
Howard Elliott faces a stormy stockholders meeting as New Haven Railroad approves 67 552 400 in 6 percent convertible debentures to cover floating debt. J P Morgan explains syndicate commissions while ex governor Bulkeley urges first rights for shareholders and questions financial disclosures. Hustis named president and Lillutt to chair board with law changes pending.
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Kaiser Joins Teetotalers in Prohibition Debate
In a fragmented report, Kaiser aligns with temperance advocates citing a 2 Gued lemma on establishing abstinence in industry. The piece notes a minister’s past ties to a school establishment and claims no alcohol was consumed in northern Crulne.
Beat House Rebels Hit Hard by Underwood Plan
The insurgent caucus suffered a heavy setback as the Directorate plan moved forward, with Bryan writing to endorse the Glass measure calling it a triumph for the people. Wilson praised the effort and urged balance to avoid overloading the bill with amendments.
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Wilson lauds House for Glass bill work and unity
President Wilson praises Democrats for the House Banking and Currency Committee’s handling of the Glass bill. He commends frank discussion, able leadership, and bipartisan harmony in advancing complex business legislation that serves the country.
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Democratic caucus backs currency bill with Bryan endorsement
Supporters of the administration currency bill won a key House caucus vote aided by Secretary Bryan's unqualified endorsement. They defeated insurgent amendments seeking to prohibit interlocking directorates in banks under the proposed law, while President Wilson praised Congress for refining the Glass bill.
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