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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1914

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2

Lind Keeps Quiet Center Stage In Vera Cruz

John Lind, Wilson's representative in Vera Cruz, lives simply in the American consulate with no windows and a single assistant. He walks the town, gaining friendly salutes and sharing only routine state matters, while avoiding discussion of White House plans or his chief. The American sailor absence, foreign warships in town, and local behavior reflect a cautious, democratic setup amid Mexico’s ongoing tension.

Vera Cruz John Lind Mexico Wilson Lind United States Canada Maan White House Mrr

Usty Holiday Scene Among Foreigners By the Sea

Among the foreigners remaining here to await developments sea bathing has become a popular pastime. Despite crude accommodations many of the marooned sorters women would av svor miles there five o'clock tea as their morning plunge in the surf.

Meaxko Usty

U.S. Colored Soldiers Shot at Naco Sonora

In Naco Sonora rebels shot Private John Bryce of the Tenth Negro Cavalry and wounded a trumpeter named Warren across the international line. Three unarmed American soldiers were arrested when they tried to assist Bryce. Captain Tompkins then demanded their release and the Mexicans complied.

Page Texo Naco Sonora John Bryce Tenth Negro Cavalry International Boundary Lime Warren Tenth Cavalry Waren Bryce International Line Tompkins

1 000 Miles of Rebel Money Shipment Missing

A shipment of 1,006,000 in constitutions money from New York to Agua Prieta for constitutionalists is short by about 250,000. The money traveled by freight in trunks and one trunk burst open spilling bills along the railroad right of way. El Paso and coastal reports extend the money trail about 1,000 miles east of Douglas Arizona. Denominations range from 1 to 1000 dollars. The currency resembles United States money.

Douglas Ariz New York Constitutionalist Agua’ Prieta Sonora el Paso Eoat Here United States

Hanged as a warning: Mexican outlaw leader executed

In Sonora near Cuquarchi the body of Ramon Valenzuela hangs beside a gate post with a placard warning thieves. Valenzuela, head of a cattle theft gang, was executed days earlier after a year of leadership. Rurales pursue remaining band members, believed to have fled toward Arizona.

Douglas Aziz Ramon Valenzuela Cuquarchi Sonora Here Valenzuela Cananea Arizona

Huerta Faces Threat of Daily Blockade From Diplomats

Reports from Mexico City say diplomats warned President Huerta that resigning would avert a daily blockade of ports. Frederico Gamboa to be recalled as foreign minister and Querido Modeno to be named finance minister, replacing Adolfo de la Lama who quit after Huerta repudiated interest payments.

Mexico City Huerta Frederico Gamboa Foreign Office Querido Modeno Adolfo de la Lama

Convicts Had Outside Aid In Macalester Prison Break

Jan 21 report indicates outside aid to three inmates who sparked the escape at Macalester Ohio. The revolver used by David Koontz was traced to a recent local sale, and a horse and wagon were found at the prison gates. Injured staff and officials, including Miss Mary Foster and John Martin, were said to recover.

Macalester Ohio United States John R. Thomas Board of Prison Control David Koontz Mary Foster John Martin C. L. Wood

Envoy to Halt Visits in Vera Cruz as Huerta Aims to Lead Army

Jesus Plores Magon, former Mexican interior minister, met John Lind in Vera Cruz and left for a nearby town to confer again. The visits, seen as informal signals of Huerta’s plans, indicate high level Mexican discussions with Lind, the president’s envoy, on military leadership and forthcoming actions.

Vera Cruz Mexico Jesus Plores Magon John Lind Wilson Lind

Huerta Considers Terms as Jind Demands Envoys

Reports from authoritative quarters say pressure from the Huerta government to negotiate with Washington grows. Jind plans to refuse further envoys unless officially accredited, enabling revolutionists to attend all future conferences. Huerta may seek terms with Wilson and appoint Francisco de la Barra as cabinet head, with Huerta resigning in favor. Generals would lead forces against revolutionists.

Huerta Washington Jind Wilson Francisco de la Barra Senor de la Barra Gen. Huerta

Police Shake-Up by Mitchel in New York

Mayor Mitchel will adopt a reform plan from a board of aldermen special committee that investigated the police after Herman Roththal's July 1912 murder. The plan abolishes inspector ships, creates a secret service squad to root out corruption, and forms special vice squads to combat gambling and other vices from headquarters.

New York Board of Aldermen Herman Rosenthal Mitchel

City News in Brief Aids and appointments in Washington DC

Assistant Attorney General Morgan Beach, injured near Bethesda, remains bed-bound for six weeks. District officials approved raises for clerks, a messenger, and a pension plan for Captain Warren’s widow. The Young Folks Concert was postponed to February 11. Washington Saengerbund concerts shift to Sundays. Community groups convene on health, heredity, and eugenics topics. A German Orphan Asylum elected officers. A foreign language mission class lecture is planned. Various club, charitable, and civic activities fill the week in the capital.

Morgan Beach Bethesda Arfon Gesang Verein C. E. Christlant Washington Saengerbund John Redeker Margaret Hensey Christine Mor- Sanweck Guido Callan Fred Rice Albert Lepper Conrad Richter Gustaf Pressel Rudolph Schneider Thomas A. Murray A. Gumprecht

Tomatoes Bring Premium for Ranger No. Uniform Size Quality

Market growers sell tomatoes described as ranger grade with uniform size and superior quality at more than double the price of ordinary tomatoes. The note highlights the premium placed on consistent appearance and top quality.

Ranger

Thief Says Police Aided Burglary Ring Confession

Samuel Cohen in the Tombs admits a joint theft scheme with police and private watchmen in New York. His confession led to the arrest of Samuel Herman on $2,000 bail and claims officers helped select targets and freed arrested suspects. Assistant DA Groshy will present to the grand jury.

New York Samuel Cohen Cohen Samuel Herman Frederick J. Groshy

Rival Football Dates With Georgetown North Carolina In Doubt

Carlisle and Georgetown may skip trips to Washington. no agreement on 1914 dates. Georgetown prefers November. conflict with Notre Dame and Brown games near Thanksgiving. North Carolina and S M will not meet Georgetown next season. Tar Heels chose Davidson on October 4. Ardmore card set with Kid Hean vs Young McCue main event at 9:15 p m.

North Carolina Carlisle Froem Raleigh N. C Georgetown North Carolina S Chapel Hill Roshalt Tarheels Davidson Carolina Ardmore Kid” Hean Young McCue Baltimore Young Montana Kia” Cunningham Cyclone Marx Budd Kay

Miners Attack A F L In White's Report On Strikes

Indianapolis Jan 21 Attacks on the American Federation of Labor surfaced in the Whitea Mine Workers of America convention. Duncan MacDonald blasted the AFL while debating industrial unions and a proposed April 1 1914 convention. A committee substitute urged industrial unionism over craft unions. President John P White warned of AFL opposition but the substitute passed. Delegates Montgomery and Fairley left to push a federal investigation of copper and Colorado coal strikes. White’s report also noted Calumet disaster and Moyer deportation, urging impartial inquiry and punishment for the guilty. Hayes reported Colorado and West Virginia strikes and called for Sherman act amendments to shield labor from antitrust application.

Indianapolis Ind American Federation ‘of Labor Wiitea Mine Workers of America Federation Duncan MacDonald Illinois American Federation of Labor A. F. of L McDonald Washington A. F. of Samuel Montgomery Montgomery W. Va W. R. Fairley Pratt City Ala Congress Michigan Colorado White Calumet Charles H. Moyer Western Federation of Miners Hayes West Virgina

Society Notes Show Busy Winter Host Duties

Mrs. Oille Jamen will not receive today. Numerous ladies plan home receptions through January with varying days. Open Sunshine and Community Society meeting will discuss education of the blind and women’s work with speakers including Senator Gore and Representatives Heflin and Giddens. Several social gatherings and marriages are noted, including a Baltimore ceremony for Mr. Franklin V. Killian and Miss Cecelia P. Reeder.

J. L. Bristow Senator Bristow Sunshine and ‘Community Society Public District of Columbia Federation of Women's Clubs Senator Gore Oklahoma Hefith Alabama Giddens BE. K. Hayes Franklin V. Killian Washington Cecelia P. Reeder Marganza St. Marys County St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Baltimore W. H. Dunbar J. H. Reeder Morganza B. Killian C. A. Breton C. B. Hendrick Florida Habana Cuba Cumberland

Judge Speer Under Scrutiny Mentality Questioned

Witnesses testify on Judge Emory Speer mental attitude as House judiciary subcommittee probes charges of misconduct in Macon Georgia. Reports cite "bad, impaired" faculties and dictatorial court behavior, with drug-use claims involving cocaine and morphine, and allegations of estate dissipation and contempt toward lawyers.

Emory Speer Macon United States Court Southern District of Georgia House Committee On Judiciary John R. L. Smith Judge Speer Speer L. B. Pellew Spier W. J. Lithe

Col Waller Praised as Suitable Marine Corps Commander

Richmond Times Dispatch lauds Col. Littleton Waller Virginia’s famed soldier. He led the first Alexandria landing, fought in Cuba, the Philippines, Boxer uprising in China, and campaigns in Africa and the Caribbean. Supporters say his elevation to command would merit promotion based on merit and proven prowess.

Col. Waller Marine Corps Richmond Times-Dispatch Cal Littleton Waller Virginia Col Waller United States America Europe Pacific Australa Alexandria Spain Cuba Africa Antilles China Philippines Panama Virginis

Printing Plant Here Model Chile Plans New Establishment

Chile considers erecting an engraving and printing plant modeled after the Washington facility that prints the nation's paper money and stamps. Eduardo Suarez, the Chilean minister, will depart for South America later in March with data on building and operating costs. He may remain away until year end to attend the Pan American conference in Santiago in September.

Chile Washington Eduardo Suarez South America Santiago

Bout to Conlon Wins Night in Racine Wisconsin

Johnany Coulon defeats Young Sinnet in a fast 10 round bantamweight bout. Coulon uses superior boxing to gain a slight margin as Sinnet from Rock Island clashes with heavy head and face swings. Results mark Coulon as bantamweight champion with clear decision.

Racinet Wis Johnany Couton Young Sinnet Rock Island Conlon Coulon

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