28 Aug 1913
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1913
Page
1
President Wilson urges Americans to depart Mexico as tension rises over Huerta’s regime. He announces steps to carry out policy with U. S. consular guidance and coastal defense readiness. Messages indicate naval patrols, continued posts, and new notes to Lind at Vera Cruz.
President Wilson urged all Americans to depart Mexico at once as a large mobilization of troops loomed on the southern border. Secretary Bryan dispatched long telegrams to embassies and consuls, promising aid and transportation for those leaving, and notifying foreign governments to advise their nationals. The address to Congress reinforced a policy of neutrality and a firm stance toward Huerta’s regime, while Congress gave him a warm reception and approval.
The Herald reports Mexico will accept President Wilson's mediation to settle internal troubles. John Lind received a message from Mexico City stating this, and Lind will return Friday to arrange a meeting of all factions to name their presidential and vice presidential candidates.
Two sample cases containing unset diamonds valued at 25000 dollars were stolen from D. Peacock’s jewelry store on State Street. Charles C. Anderson, a salesman for W. W. Fulmer & Co., left the cases on a balcony while he spoke with the firm’s head. Police learned witnesses saw a man pick up the cases and walk off casually.
Special to The Washington Post describes a Juarez intervention scare with a troop train movement and orders to prepare for removal. Americans protest, while Mexican factions react to President Wilson’s message. Ammunition shipments and arrests heighten border tensions as patrols intensify and a correspondent is detained by insurgents.
Federico Gamboa publicly presented to the Mexican congress the full facts of the dispute with the United States. He stressed negotiations were not closed and urged calm while President Wilson’s note sought Huerta’s removal from the electoral contest. The issue centers on potential American loans and Mexico’s sovereign stance amid diplomatic strain. 82.00 Luray, Va., and Return Sunday. Aug 1, Baltimore and Ohio RR, from Union Station, 15am. Returning, leave Buray 6 p. m., same day.
District Attorney Whitman opened an inquiry into Tammany Hall activities connected with the impeachment of Guy Sulzer. Judge Lynne Arnold of Albany discussed the case with Whitman and presented statements from unnamed investigators. Possible targets include Murphy, Levy, and Frawley amid alleged plans to remove Gov. Sulzer.
Albany August 28 Lieut Gov Martin H Glynn was formally recognized as acting governor by the assembly after a bitter debate. The 48 to 29 vote accepted Glynn's messages to the legislature and the senate read them with an understanding that later objections could be raised to their official reception.
In New York Aug 27 Mayor Gaynor declared a reelection bid on an independent ticket. Three Democrats aim for mayor with McCall, Mitchel, and fusion picks. Roosevelt cables Prendergast urging unity against fusion splits while Whitman accepts fusion endorsement for district attorney. Betting circles in Wall Street favor McCall. Mitchel close behind.
Harry K Thaw wins three court points in Sherbrooke as New York State counsel are barred from the case and Thaw is not arraigned. Court warns of chaos as demonstrators, many women, cheer and threaten. Thaw thanks Canadians for fair play and relief from immigration arrest. officials plan further actions at the border.
Page I reports warnings for Americans to depart Mexico amid tensions at Juarez with President Huerta and ongoing political pressure. Wilson maintains firm stance on Huerta while Thaw at Frement scenario noted. Military and civic commentary accompanies the dispatches as editors weigh policy and threat levels.
Mrs Sarah M Ruhlin widow of prizefighter Gus Ruhlin vows to strap her husband’s ashes to her body and campaign against Otto Gelbke as he seeks reelection in Brooklyn’s Sixty-seventh district. A vigorous suffragist she intends to stump voters to press her legal battle and expose political aid she alleges against her husband’s opponents.
Miss Jessie Wilson daughter of President Wilson was found unconscious by a road in New Hampshire while riding with fiancé Francis B Sayre. After Dr Charles Worthen treated her she recovered consciousness within half an hour and was taken to Fred Smiths home. Authorities later reported no serious injuries and the White House said only minor bruises were suffered. The accident occurred opposite North Hartland Vermont on the Connecticut River side.
A package containing sapphire and diamond shirt studs and cuff links valued at 4000 dollars was mailed from the Newport post office. The thief, likely a chauffeur or servant familiar with Mr. Stagutere's habits, returned the jewels after publication of their description.
Belgians test a new artillery feature in frontier maneuvers defending against a hypothetical German crossing. The exercise introduces a firing column to penetrate forests and rough terrain where horses are useless, as Belgian troops rehearse defense of frontier positions.
Wisconsin Senator La Follette denounces Bristow’s 10 percent income tax on $100000 incomes and predicts a political shift as Republicans oppose higher taxes. He flags a new party rising to power while Hitchcock proposes a graduated corporate tax to curb monopolies and trusts, targeting large producers and sellers.
Six men were shot and two fatally wounded when guards fired on 2,000 striking workers outside Pope tin mill in Steubenville Ohio. Chief of Police Frankhauser was struck in the head by buckshot. P H Miller and John Doran among the seriously wounded. A crowd followed as rioters threatened to attack the plant. a volley from an automobile ended the confrontation.
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