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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1919
Page
1
Officials say the Mexican crisis worsens as Carranza vows action over the Corrall killing. Entry of wireless Gulf traffic delays communications. American vessels urge restraint while authorities pursue assailants and consider further inquiries.
Acting Secretary of State Phillips released a Mexican government statement promising tireless efforts to prosecute those responsible for the murder of John W. Correll and the attack on his wife near Tamptaco. The message notes apologies due and outlines anticipated military and diplomatic steps, including cooperation with U S authorities and potential troop movements to address the incident.
Congress plans inquiry into delays in reports on the Tampico incident amid wartime unrest. Officials and departments discuss handling of the case, with emphasis on timing and accuracy of information reaching the public.
Reports indicate a substantial U S naval force commanded by Rodman operating near Mexico with about 26 000 troops prepared on the border The dispatch notes imminent deliveries and Pan American trains, hinting at strategic moves and potential actions amid tense border conditions.
A cloudburst caused several drownings near Webb mine in Ohio. Reports list two confirmed deaths and four others missing or drowned. Rescue efforts and local authorities continue to search the area as families seek details.
Early today Thomas Edison helped organize a brigade from his employees to extinguish a small fire at the Edison Plant before the fire department arrived. In Newport News several thousand Czecho Slovak soldiers sailed home from Syria aboard the steamship Busquehanna amid celebrations and presidential review.
Washington dispatch warns Carranza faces no middle ground as English and Mexican tensions rise over attacks on American sailors near Tampico. diplomats weigh stern measures, while U S policy aims to avoid war yet signals decisive action if Carranza does not curb anti American moves.
The Associated Press reports King Alfonso appointed Joaquin Sanchez Toca as confidential adviser to lead a new Spanish ministry to replace the Maura cabinet. Teaa, Lema, Amat, Bugailas, Burgos, Caleron, Prado, and Mechales join in a reshuffled lineup. sworn in at six.
Pittsburgh July 20 The American Federation of Labor s national committee for organizing men and steel workers in session here today ordered the taking of a 1 simhe vote of 139000 organized employes of the United States Steel Corporation and other men and steel and allied industries throughout the country. The vote will start at once and be completed in 30 days. The right of collective bargaining is the chief demand of the union. The committee issued a list of thirteen other demands including the eight hour day increases sufficient to guarantee American standards of living and abolition of company unions. John J Fitzpatrick of Chicago president of the Chicago Federation of Labor and chairman of the national committee after today s meeting said The time has passed for words we are taking action.
By the Associated Press Simla July 20 Afghan forces attacked several points in the Khyber region on July 16. An 4,000 strong Afghan force captured a British convoy moving from Lakaband to Fort Sandeman after fierce fighting. Four British officers were killed and two wounded. About 100 Indian troops were casualties. Transport drivers fled the scene.
Police battled mobs on Pennsylvania Avenue from Seventh to Fifteenth Street after a night of fist fights and knives between white and Black groups near the MCA hut and Riggs Park. Three injured Black men were treated at hospitals, and many officers and sailors were detained as the provost guard restored order.
New York July 20 An appeal to movement for democratization of labor was issued by Rt Rev Charles David Williams Bishop of Michigan on the eve of his departure for the Midwest after sermons in the city The democratization of industry is needed he said to bring employer and employee and public into partnership to ensure justice and protect the consumer He advocated reforms in industrial democracy and suggested a possible new political party to crystallize labor and economic reform.
Belgium will issue regulations governing trade with Germany. A license will be required for liver y transactions and importers must submit specifications prices and details. Trade will be mostly free besides gold platinum arms and munitions exports and some imports of raw materials.
Three thousand German prisoners of war in Switzerland will be sent home this week. Many prefer to stay in Switzerland, avoiding return to Germany. Arrangements were made at Bern by German, French, and Swiss representatives for repatriation of 300000 German prisoners in France via Switzerland.
Amerongen July 18 AP former Emperor William remains indoors with improved health after car trouble while former Empress Augusta Victoria recovers from heart issues. She greeted a German boy who walked to Amerongen seeking aid for the rulers. Court Councilor Knau to depart. reports on Count Hohenzollern’s nervous friction deemed unfounded.
President Wilson’s yacht Mayflower returned to the Potomac early trailing weather and no word from the president. White House expects conferences with Republicans and a tour plan, as naval officers note the voyage was shortened by a storm with rough seas. Wilson, resting aboard, shows no sign of documents or messages during the retreat.
A wartime dispatch reports destroyers racing ahead of the fleet under Admiral Kodman from Hampton Roads. The destroyers, with two towers, steamed toward the Windward Passage at 12 knots, ahead of the larger ships, as drills for collision and abandon ship were conducted by the flag ship crew.
The Associated Press reports that Germany will make Upper Silesia a free state with Gustav Noske as the likely representative to the Entente for the region. An estimated 1.5 million inhabitants oppose the change and want to remain German, with protests mounting before meals about digestion and health.
Paris reports that the final terms of the peace with Austria demand full war damages in cash bonds and live stock, with a 30,000 army limit and shared prewar debts. The accord includes reparations and military restrictions modeled after the German treaty, to be determined by the reparations commission.
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