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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1912

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Britain to Protest Senate Over Panama Canal Dispute

Britain plans a formal protest through its embassy as the Panama Canal bill advances. Senator Brandeges and Root will address the issue, arguing the measure violates Hay-Pauncefote terms by discriminating in favor of American shipping and coastwise routes. Ambassadors held talks on potential actions with Britain wary of canal toll favoritism and railway-linked subsidies.

Great Britain Uniteds States Panama Senate United States United Trea Senate Root England Canada Ant United Sfage Oroamentin Beocnissd Count von Bernstorft M Juser France Adamson Committee Canal Tinon America Speisa Adamson

Bride Sparked by Mixup Rumor Ends in Quiet Georgia Romance

Miss Elsie Cleveland of Greenville Pennsylvania, mistaken for Miss Esther Cleveland, marries H Lee Winfree of Lynchburg Virginia after meeting in a Washington department store and securing a license at city hall. The couple, who arrived Monday, were married at New York Avenue Presbyterian Church by Rev Wallace Radcliffe and shortly left for Norfolk then a wedding tour through the South.

Misa Esther Cleveland Grover Cleveland Miles Elsie Cleaveland Greenville H Lee Winfres Lynchburg Elsie Cleaveland Miss J Cleaveland White House Miss Cleveland Miss Cleaveland Mr Winfree City Raleigh Hotel City Hall New York Avenue Presbyterian Church Wallace Radcliffe Washington Norfolk Mr. Winfree Esther Cleveland Dan Cupid Union Station Old Point H D Cleaveland Lake Shore Railroad Winfree Whites House Cleveland Misa Esther

Wilson Chides County Scores Visitors As Well

Atlantic City July 10 Governor Wilson urged thrift and national restraint to Building and Loan delegates. He spoke on moral pride, cautioning against extrav agance and stressing cooperation for tomorrow. Wilson cited Maine support from Senator Gardner and plans to meet party leaders as part of his broader national stance.

Atlantic City Maine Gardner William Cramp Wilson N. J Guv Wilson United States Building and Loan League New Jersey Arlier John Wanamaker Atlantic Atlanticity Watson Joan Pastal Savings Banka America Wilrun Senator Gardner Spring Hick Seagirt Baltimore England Panama Esther Cleveland Roosevelt Katz Taft John Mt Harlan Lorimer Tillman Fairchild Sesks Society Blair

Roosevelt plans immediate tariff cut push for new party

Col Roosevelt plans to announce a program soon and push for immediate tariff reductions as the Progressive party forms. Herbert Knox Smith met at Sagamore Hill to discuss government relations and party strategy while leaders urged Western support for swift tariff action.

Herbert Knox Smith Sagamore Hill Oyater Bay Est Col Roosevelt Chicago

Mifflin to drive a garbage cart in historic pageant

James Ewing Mifflin, a Pennsylvanian from a long line of Mifflins, plans to drive a dilapidated dump cart in the upcoming Philadelphia historical pageant. He traced family ties to a 18th century dump cart owner and tax payer, noting quotes about elegance despite the vehicle. He is linked to Gov. Mifflin and local place names bearing the family name.

James Ewing Mifflin Washington Peat Philadelphia Pennsylvan‘s Mifflin Gov Miffin Port Mifflin Miffin County Miffinbure Miffintown Miffin Street Mifflin Manor Fountain Green Fairmount Park

Peace near between Turco and Italy hinted by high authority

July reports from Constantinople and London speak of prospects for peace with Italy. Berlin and other capitals note Mahmoud Shefket Pasha’s resignation as a possible prelude while Turkey seems inclined to yield Tripoli. Italy announces dates to Benghazi, Mat. Colombia Theater. Prices unclear.

Constantinople Italy London Turkey Berlin Mahmoud Shefket Pasha Tripoli Benghesi

Visit to Wilson Foreseen by Speaker Clark and Underwood

Speaker Clark and House Leader Underwood may visit Gov Wilson this week as adjournment approaches. Clark and Underwood acknowledged invitations and would call when House business allows. If adjournment extends to Saturday, Clark will likely go then. Underwood may join.

Clark Underwood Wilson House of Representatives Seagirt Gov

Brandeis Urges Progressives to Back Wilson for President

Louis D Brandeis, a prominent Republican reformer, issues a statement urging all progressives to support Woodrow Wilson for president. He calls Blending party lines essential and says Wilson’s nomination marks a defining moment in American politics.

Washington Boston Louis D Brandeis Woodrow Wilson United States Mr. Brandeis

Wilson Favorite in Betting on Election Odds

Betting men hold off on lines for the political race awaiting clearer public sentiment after the upcoming third party convention. Wilson is the favorite, but bettors cap at 6 to 5. Some specify 2 to 1 for the anti-Wilson side, with few straight bets and rare exotic wagers recorded.

Washington Post New York Wilton House of Representatives Gov Wilson

Bridegroom 83 Bride 68 Love at First Sight Marriage

Special to The Washington Post Pittsburgh Pennsylvania July 10 After a three week courtship George W Shank 83 a wealthy merchant of Swissvale and Anna Dale 68 of the same town wed after visiting the license clerk Walter Nivett who misheard the request Then the groom cried for his feetheart and called it love at first sight confirming a quaint romance in a brief union

Washington Post Pittsburgh George W Shank Swissvale Anna Dale Walter Nivett Shank

Bannard Declines Candidacy for GOP Treasury Post

Otto Bannard announced he is not a candidate for the Republican National Committee treasurer position and would not accept the post. The subcommittee will choose at an upcoming meeting in New York City.

Washington Pest New York Otto Bannard Washington Republican National Committee Nftional Barnard Chougé

Rebel Orozco Firm On Victory Plans In Juarez

Juarez July 1 The German consul Max Weber’s home was robbed of several hundred dollars as rebels press for funds. Gen Pascual Orozco Jr arrived in Juarez with his staff and voiced confidence in the revolution’s ultimate triumph. Gen Huerta proclaims amnesty across Chihuahua and nearby towns as Az presidency tensions rise. Senator Mark Smith urges action from Washington. Krag rifles and 10,000 pounds of ammo are to be sent to Her manso Sonora for defense against rebels.

Juarez Mexico Max Weber Mexican Northwestern Railroad Chihuahua SJ. O Crockett Northwestern Antonio Rojas Casas Grandes HC #é Ferriss Pascual Orozco, Jr Orosco Huerta Mark Smith Arizona White House Smith Taft Hermansillo Sonora War Department States Department Reilly Hill Connecticut Jill Besid Washington M ‘Ers Hil Buncombe New York Mr Payne Hills Ail

Buchanan Attacks House Floor Veracity in Fiery Debate

In a heated House session Representatives Hill of Connecticut and Reilly sparred over labor policy and postmaster promises after Hill attacked Governor Wilson’s labor stance. Buchanan of Illinois challenged Minority Leader Mann amid accusations of biased investigations, leading to tense accusations and a measured exchange without further incident.

HI and Reilly Connecticut Hill House Hil Woodrow R Wilson Wilson Princeton University Taft Mr Reilly William Howard Taft Buchanan Emocrat Tilinow Mann Commission Taylor Eystem Scienticakop Management Cain Mr. Buchanan

Baltimore man Rington Davis dies by self inflicted shot in Brighton hotel

Rington Devis, a Maryland man from Boston Maryland, was found dead in a Brighton hotel with a bullet wound to the head. Police indicate the death appears self inflicted and ruled as a possible suicide pending investigation.

Maryland Brighton England Rington Devis Boston

Iowa Democrats Rally Behind Roosevelt at July Convention

Des Moines July 1 progressive factions clash over Taft Chicago platform with claims of fraud. Gov Carroll leads a Roosevelt demonstration and the plan to send delegates to Chicago is adopted. State convention July 4 to name Roosevelt delegates, electors and organize a third party central committee.

Gov. Carroll Roosevelt Chicago Des Moines Iowa PF Carroll Taft Resolutions Committee Guy Carroll Carroll United States Albert B Cummins Farrier State Supreme Court F R Gaynor Sioux City H . Preston Oskaloosa New Party John L Stevens Boone

Banker Weds Show Girl in Milford Conn

Aaron Claftin a New York banker and Miss Mabel Weeks a show girl married today in Milford Connecticut. This is Claftin's second marriage following a 1905 divorce from his first wife Amy E Claftin obtained in November 1908.

Aaron Claftin New York Mabel Weeks Milford Conn Mr Claftin Amy E Claftin

Royalist Revolt in Portugal Drives Battles at Cabeceiras de Basto

Advices from Tuy report Braga burned by royalists as marines rush to Valenca de Minho. Government troops pursue insurrectionists at Cabeceiras de Basto. streets emptied as defenders retreat to mountains. Movement aims to restore King Manuel II, who lives in England after 1910 exile.

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