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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1914

Page

8

Wadsworth Likely to Enter Senate Race from New York

Report suggests James W. Wadsworth Sr. of New York will run for the U.S. Senate seat to succeed Elbridge G. Root. Friends in Washington say he would bring youth, energy, and strong Republican backing to a campaign viewed as a boost for the party.

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Local obituaries recall 1940s era names and deaths

A string of obituary notices dated July note multiple deaths including SELAS BRINSON DENNY FRANK LEE DENNY CAROLINE P M WILLIAMS JENNID MI JON SARAH W ROWE and SMITH in Washington area. Funeral details, private interments, and residences listed for each, with services in July at various chapels and cemeteries.

Providence Hospital Selas Brinson Lee Denny Massachusetts Frank Lee Denny VR Marine Frirniy Niw Opfclack Aplingtos Mwilliams Hee Rhode Island Avene Caroline P. M'Williams Nee Hurley BR Norbert Robe Hurley Tupernd Navesster Parnelu St Sibley Hospital Jennid MI Efirdle's Pith and Hatreata Grenwood Cemetery Jon Huavand Elizareth Ross Toma Second Street Rahway Rowe WA. Thompson GM I Mtrest Sarah Intent W. Rowe Dowkins Glenwood Cemetery

Sullivan Defends Record Amid Harsh Criticism

Roger C. Sullivan, running for senator, denounces unfair attacks from a distinguished American citizen who has long opposed him. Speaking at a James M. Allen dinner in Decatur WL he vows loyalty to Democratic principles, defends Chicago ties, and urges a steady, dependable representative for Illinois amid moraine campaign noise. He notes prior support and gratitude despite disagreements.

Washington Post Decatur Faye Roger C. Sullivan James M. Allen Democratic Party

Degetiire Delegation Meets Him at Lotter Place

A Covington Mount Zion delegation led by James M. Allen L A Buckingham and James T. Whitely met him at Lotter Place as part of a local civic gathering.

Covington Mount Zion Decetiire James M. Allen L A. Buckingham James T. Whitely Lotter Place

Bartlett denies Karluk crew missing report in Arctic

Capt Robert Bartlett of the Canadian Arctic expedition today denied sending any report to Ottawa that suggested eight Karluk crewmen were missing and likely dead. He said he cannot understand how the Canadian authorities obtained such information and asserted all men aboard Karluk when she wrecked in the Arctic ice last February were believed safe on Wrangel Island. Bartlett wired Ottawa for an explanation regarding the minister’s statement about eight men lost.

Alecks Robert Bartlett Canadian Arctic Exploration Expedition Minister of Marine Ottawa Karluk Bartlett Aie Wrangel Island Ottewa

Death threat baffling mystery from New Orleans letters

Atlanta July reports a letter signed by Mrs Eloise Nelms Dennis claimed she killed her sister Bertrica Nelms in New Orleans and would murder her brother Marshall Nelms in San Francisco. Police in New Orleans found no trace of the crime or of Mrs Dennis. Details describe a moving, uncertain case with funds sent and telegrams coordinating via Atlanta and New Orleans as investigators search for the woman named in the ominous letter.

Atlanta Sdn Eloise Nelms Dennis Bertrica Nelms New Orleans Marshal Nelms San Francisco Airs John W. Nelve Nelms Mrex Dennis Sun Antonio Tex Beatrices Reno New San Francisco Blaiss Dennig Ben Marshall Nebas J. K. Beavers Jevery

French liner Virginia disabled near Browhead in tow

London July 9. The French Line Steamer Virginia, signaled 20 miles northwest of Browhead, is in tow of the British freighter Etonian. The Virginia, from New York via Havre, carried a small number of passengers. The Etonian sailed from Antwerp on July 4 for New York.

London Virginia Browhead New York Havre Antwerp

Middies Leave Gibraltar for Gravesend Tour

The United States Naval Academy cadets aboard the battleships Missouri and Minnesota sail from Gibraltar for Gravesend England. The crew, under orders from Annapolis, heads toward European waters amid a ceremonial departure.

Naval Academy Gravesend Missouri Tiinois Gibraltar Naval, Academy Annapoison Gravesand England

Mitchel Issa Statement Clarifies New York Fusion Stance

Oyster Bay July statement from Mayor Mitchel clarifies his position in the New York state scene. He opposes Barnes controlled Republicans and Murphy led Democrats and frames fusion as unlikely though possible. He emphasizes remaining nonpartisan mayor focused on city work and not entering gubernatorial politics.

Mitchel Issa New-York Bartles Murphy Assembly Sulzer Progressive Party New York Oyster Bay Theodore Roosevelt Tcket Mitchel New York State Roosevelt Nerol

Roosevelt maneuvers threaten New York Democrats says fear

The piece notes Col. Roosevelt's moves in New York creating doubts within the Democratic Party about retaining the House. Democratic leaders fear a split if Roosevelt gains dissident backing, while some Republicans see his outreach as proof he cannot win substantial Republican support. The mood remains pessimistic about Democratic fortunes in Greater New York.

Col. Roosevelt New York Congress Mr. Roosevelt Charles F. Murphy Greater Tammany

Root Chosen Temporary Chairman For State Convention

Special to The Worthington Post reports New York July 9 Senator Elihu Root was elected temporary chairman of the State Republican convention to be held in Saratoga Springs August 18. Root has accepted and will deliver the principal addresses. The motion to appoint Root came after the State committee’s special panel recommended a temporary chair.

Worthington Post New York William Barnes State Republican Committee Elihu Root Saratoga Springs Root Barnes State Committee Edihu Reat

Strife in Sonora mining camps sparks ant i American unrest

Armed strikers surround the American smeltery at Cananea amid a tense stand off with rebel troops ready to attack. Col Callet claims restraint while peaceable efforts continue. All Caanea Consolidated mines smelters and mills closed as anti American sentiment grows and the strike threatens to spread to other camps.

Novales Sonora Menleo Canianea Callem Hay Callies Caanea Consolidated Company

Silence on Mexico prompts Kahn arms inquiry vote

The House foreign affairs committee voted to table Rep. Kahn’s resolution seeking information on Captain Hopkins’s claim that John Lind reported arms might reach Mexican constitutionalists via Cuba. The panel, meeting with seven of twenty-one present, recommended an unfavorable report, signaling the end of this inquiry phase.

Whits House Conglaus House Foreign Affaire Yerterday Representative Kahn California John Lind Sherbourne G. Hopkins United States Mexico Cuba House House Ia H. D. Flood Virginia Foreign Affairs Committee Congress Kahn Fero- Auton Megara Flood Harrison Mississippi Cline Indiana Duenderfer Pennsylvaniia Jefferson Levy New York Bantholét Missouri Temple Pennsylvania Kahn Joan ‘Ziad Capt Hopkins Gen Garantz Carranza Lind Pleed Mr. Kahn Repied bin Kahn Finch

Mediation praise from United States for Brazilian role

Foreign Minister Laura Muller released a U S message expressing Brazil’s friendly services in the Mexican mediation at Niagara Falls. The note notes President and Brazil’s mediators’ patience and success in facilitating talks, with hopes for continued progress toward regional peace. Similar messages went to Argentina and Chile, relayed by their diplomats and Brazilian Ambassador da Gama.

Rio Janeiro Laura Muller United States Brazil Niagara Falie Blexleo City Niagara Parls Argentina Chile Publi &T Secontary of State Naon Mr. Suarez Ambassador da Gama

Hart in Marlboro Jail Seeks Bail After Alleged Shooting

Hyattsville Maryland July 9 George T Bart arrested on charges of attempting to kill Nellie America Hart was moved from Washington to Upper Marlboro and held for the Grand Jury by Justice J Rio detey. Police say the shooting followed her interference as he sought to take his own life after her refusal to return and a threat to remove the children. Hart's condition improved tonight and he may gain bail in a few days. Mrs Hart is unaware of the arrest.

Hart

Warships Ordered Home From Vera Cruz

Secretary Daniels ordered the battleship Florida to the New York yard and the gunboat Nashville to the Portsmouth yard for a change of climate and temporary rest. The ships were then at Vera Cruz awaiting relocation.

Daniels Piorida Nashville Vera Crus Department Florida New York Portsmouth NHL

Villa and Carranza Tension with Torreon Talks Stalled

Turbulent Mexican sit uation as Villa disapproves informal peace talks with Huerta. Garrison at San Pedro de San Colonia marches out toward Saltillo after plans to disarm men, while trains between Torreon and Saltillo halted. Villa orders money printing for Chihuahua state, signaling split with Carranza and ongoing northward movement toward Monterrey.

Trein Torreon Saltillo—Jesus Chihuahua State Eagle Pasa Tex Saltila Monterey Ville Carranza Saltilla Thhe Hipoliin Paredon Junction Col. de Lo Santos San Pedro de San Coloniga San Pedro Saltilio Cupaine Madero Paso Villa Chihuahua

Bible Presented To Villa Receives Gift From American Bible Society

Francisco Villa, famed for capturing Torreon and Zacatecas, is presented with a Bible by the American Bible Society. The inscription reads that the book helped make the United States and England great and will save Mexico. A rebel reportedly asks Huerta to receive a similar book to aid Mexico's fate.

Huerta American Society Tocresa Xica Ville Bes American Bible Society Francisco Villa United States England Mexico Torreon Zaca Tecas

Lords End Committee Stage On Irish Home Rule Bill

London July 9 The committee stage of the Irish home rule bill opened in the Lords and will take three days. An Ulster exclusion amendment by the unionists passed 135 to 36 and another by Lord Lane Downe excluding Ulster entirely failed 138 to 2. Lane Downe warned against civil war but said the arrangement may bring relief. The Lords also added a clause placing overall control of the Irish constabulary with the lieutenant, not the Irish government after six years. The bill’s third reading is set for Wednesday.

London Wednessey House of Lorde Ulster Lord Lanedowne Leri Lanadowne Ulater Ireland House of Lords

Busch to lead St Louis Horse Show Society

Adolphus Busch 3d will be named president of the St Louis Horse Show Society and take charge of the November exhibition in the Coliseum. He guarantees expenses and plans to bring prize winners to eclipse the Busch family's former string. Secretary James H. Bright said plans are set for the election, which will occur soon after the death of president G. Lacy Crawford revived interest in the project.

St. Louis St Louis Adolphus Busch 3d Busch Family James H. Bright St. Louis Horse Snow Society Busch G. Lacy Crawford

Bilbo Cleared of Bribery By Jury Verdict

A jury in Mississippi returned a not guilty verdict late today for Theodore Bilbo lieutenant governor, clearing him of bribery charges tied to a civil service case connected with the creation of a new county. The case drew regional attention and lingered over state politics.

Jackson, Mies C&ks Theodore Bilbo Mississippi New County

Ulster Council to Escort Carson in Key Home Rule Event

Four hundred Ulster volunteers armed with bayonets will escort Sir Edward Carson to a meeting in Beifnet. Michael J. Ryan, president of the United Irish League of America, says a counter movement forms the Irish National Volunteers to aid law enforcement, bolstering Redmond’s push for speedier Home Rule. Americans sympathetic to the Irish bid will support the volunteers but should heed lawful appeals from Redmond’s friends.

Kr. J. Ryan United Irish League of America Redmond Beifnet Edward Car 30 James Craig Ulster United Kingdom Erish Seavisione Ireland Edward Carson Ulster Volunteers America Trish iMan National Volunteer Movement

Death of former Chicago mayor Fred A Busse

Former Chicago mayor Fred A Busse died at his home after a long illness. He was 48 years old and had been a prominent Republican figure for many years.

Chicago Fred A. Busse Taday

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