Fall Seeks Pro US Protection in Foreign Nations Debate Heats Up
New Mexico senator Fall urged a Senate resolution demanding full protection for American citizens abroad, drawing sharp exchange with Lodge and Works over whether to threaten war or pursue diplomacy. Debate underscored the delicate Mexican situation and the administration’s cautious policy, with support for a firm proconsular stance balanced by calls for deliberation before action.
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Americans Targeted as Mexican Bandits Threaten Madera Camp
Reports from El Paso and Juarez warn that Mexican brigands threaten to burn mills and kill Americans at the Madera lumber camp. Consuls blame a Mormon settler for the tension while officials seek protection and evacuations. Gunboats are sent to Frontera as State Department seeks safe passage.
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Key West
New York
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White House
Parcel Post Rates Clash With Congress at Capitol
Senate post office committee requested Postmaster General Burleson explain authority behind August 15 changes to parcel post rates and size limits. Debates focus on whether Congress or the Post Office may adjust rates, with Bryan pressing to repeal the clause. Changes would affect first two zones and raise maximum parcel weight to 20 pounds, drawing sharp dispute over government losses and data transparency.
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Memory Lost Woman Found in Denver Hotel Mystery
A young woman with complete amnesia was taken into police custody in Denver. She wore mourning clothes and carried cash and a memo reading Engage sleeper Santa Fe Seventeenth and Welton. The memo names Fred G. Moffatt and Equitable Life. hotel staff identify her as Grace L. Irving from New York City, though she does not recall them.
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Soldiers Silence Slurs as Columbus Crowd Gathers
In Columbus on July 22 a crowd gathered to hear Industrial Workers of the World speaker Martin Phelan. He attacked the U S army and navy while twenty enlisted men listened. A soldier defended the service as police arrived to separate groups, and disciplined soldiers kept the peace.
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Hart Wins for Congress in New Jersey Sixth District
Archibald C. Hart Democrat is elected to the House from New Jersey’s Sixth district succeeding the late James Martin. Hart had White House support from President Wilson. Maj Woods McClave Republican second. Herbert Bakey Progressive third. Early returns indicate Hart ahead by over 6,000 votes with low turnout. Progressive split aided Hart. McClave cited in Mulhall testimony.
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James Martin
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Mulhall
Senate Lobby Investigation Committee
Pacific Fleet Headquaters At San Francisco Battleship Squadron
Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels announced establishing a Pacific battleship fleet with San Francisco as home port to defend the western coast and Panama Canal entrance. Secretary Daniels aims to lead the Oregon through the canal to the Pacific coast, pending Goethals word for the transit. Trains and schedules follow with a brief travel note.
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Crowd Defends Gauzy Gown In Rochester Parade
Rochester crowd shields Miss Alicia Burnett from two policemen as officials attempted to question her outfit. The scene centered on a diaphanous gown deemed too sheer amid city council debates on proper dress standards. Miss Burnett escaped in a speeding car, aided by supportive young admirers.
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Burnett
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Cheese Bomb Blast Solves Carnegie Bomb Puzzle
New York July 22. A zinc cylinder found at the Carnegie Corporation offices was tested by rifle. The device exploded with cheese and asparagus odor releasing an omelet-like mixture. Inspector Owen Magan and Dr. Hennard confirmed the contents before disposing of the bomb in the East River.
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FALSE AS TO WATSON RUMORS OF A LIBEL SUIT
Martin M. Mulhall retracts a key charge before the Senate panel claiming Watson was paid in 1909 to back a tariff bill but says the payment did not come before Congress left. Mulhall’s letters discuss efforts to engage Cardinal Gibbons and other notables to lecture in St. Louis for the Citizens’ Industrial Association, while denying lobby aims.
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Racine
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Trieste Police Chief Arrives To Aid Spy Hunt
New York July 22 Capt Adolph Maria Herrmann chief of police of Trieste arrived today on the Martha Washington to join the U S secret service in tracking a group of international spies believed to be based in New York. He is said to possess information on the loss of battle ship plans from the Washington naval office and will be aided by the American secret service in pursuing those who recently stole plans from European governments.
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Senate Debate Darkens Mexico Outlook
Ominous tones emerge as senators weigh Mexican policy amid fears of heightened tensions and potential American involvement. The issue hints at a charged climate with secretive elements and wide political ramifications.
Necklace Mystery Solved After Greek Jeweler's Copy Says It All
A Greek jeweler named éygomaias appeared at police headquarters claiming to have copied the stolen necklace after reading descriptions and seeing photos. He offered the imitation to a theatrical man who planned a vaudeville exhibit to prove anyone could own a necklace for six francs. The piece was then allegedly lost at the Boils restaurant.
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de Boulogne
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European Crisis Looms Over Adrianople Reoccupation
July 2 report warns of a European crisis as Turkish forces reoccupy Adrianople and threaten to defy the Treaty of London. Powers debate ways to check Turkey, with Russia possibly enforcing terms and Britain weighing intervention while Balkan fronts shift with Servians and Greeks advancing and Bulgarians resisting.
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Fire kills dozens at Binghamton clothing plant blaze
Fifty people die and many are injured in a four story Binghamton Clothing Company fire. Most victims are women and girls trapped as the building erupted in flames after an alarm. Rescue efforts continue as authorities fear the final toll will rise.
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