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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1913
Page
3
A speaker argues for vocational education tailored to individual gifts, criticizing purely classical schooling. He urges contentment, public funding or charitable support to train citizens for their destined lifework, praising the Loyal Order of Moose as a humane path to democracy and social progress.
The piece notes calls for decisive U S action in Mexico with proposals discussed by the President and Secretary Bryan. It cites French protest over Mexican affairs, Britain's interest via the canal, and expectations of German input. Foreign ministers seek Washington attention as disorder persists and Oriental powers watch developments.
Mexico City reports an unofficial Washington message easing tensions with the United States. Officials say President Huerta awaited the news late Friday and found it satisfactory, with Urrutia noting U.S. intent to treat Mexico fairly. Optimism grows on international relations and Huerta’s campaign. Ambassadors and observers foresee U.S. recognition and financial support as key to peace.
H M Seale argues the Taft and Wilson administrations failed to protect American lives in northern Mexico. He urges decisive intervention to safeguard citizens, warning that without relief monarchic powers and foreign troops could intervene, undermining the Monroe Doctrine and risking broader conflict.
Eagle Pass Tex July 27 Not only Torreon but San Luis Potosi the capital of the state of that name has fallen to constitutionalists according to Lieut Col Luis Horcasitas who arrived in Piedras Negras. He adds reports of Culican and Mazatlan surrendering. Horcasitas says a small constitutionalist cavalry group aided the Torreon assault and rifles guns and ammunition were seized. Four thousand men were dispatched to Saltillo and no federals were found between Zacatecas and Hermanas.
Miss Sarah S Lewis resigns as director of the Mount Pleasant playground to take a position in Chicago. She declines to discuss her reasons, rumored to be linked to a challenge to her eligibility raised by supporters of Marguerite B Meate, assistant director at the Mount Pleasant grounds.
Dixon’s arrest by Juarez soldiers sparked wide outrage in El Paso as reports say Col. Castro’s Juarez garrison jailed the accuser Arthur Walker and the soldiers involved. Dixon was wounded, treated at Juarez Hospital, and moved to El Paso under guard. Local tensions rise amid rumors of Villa forces planning action to avenge Dixon and seek U.S. recognition.
A Philadelphia report notes multiple drowning deaths across New Jersey and Pennsylvania on July 27. Michael Berbe Kov and Andrew Skudac died in Big Timber Creek Gloucester. Anne Gill, Allen Wilson, Frederick Beck, George Hoover, and Frederick Green also perished in various waters. In Wayne county, Ernest Price, Harry Price, and Thomas Kern drowned in lakes near Carbondale and Ledore.
Hugh W. Jackson son of the late Maryland Governor and head of E K Jackson Lumber narrowly escaped drowning after cramps while swimming near Back River. He is staying in Hotel Emerson in Baltimore in stable condition. Rescuer Rudolf Reinecke former German army instructor and guard is also in distress from the rescue effort.
Police officer J. D. Gallagher of the sub precinct was struck on the head by a heavy stone thrown by Louis Dixon after Gallagher confronted two intoxicated men crouching on the sidewalk. Dixon gave a name at the station.
James Craig of Silverton Oregon promotes Fulton s Renal Compound as a cure for Brights Disease after anecdotal approval from N W Spalding of San Francisco. He cites a recovered schoolteacher and offers pamphlets and the product through James G Donnell at F Street.
Veterans and civil service clerks confront Acting Commissioner Tiernan over recent demotions in the pension office. Many clerks fear job loss, while others plan to seek civil service relief. A civil service inquiry is possible, but no cases have been filed. Key figures include Joseph A. Scott, Charles F. Whitney, Latimer B. Stone, Alvah H. Thompson, and G. O. Taylor with Whitney trading to a lower post.
Miss Pauline Kern, a missionary preacher, spoke at the Central Union Mission warning that police and employment offices nationwide profit from white slave traffic. She cited rescuing several girls, recalling a pistol threat in Oklahoma as she intervened to save two drugged youths and return them to Florence Crittenton Home.
A local race incident reports white youths replacing striking black caddies at the Country Club. About 50 white boys filled roles yesterday with nearly 100 expected next Sunday. Negro workers are barred from club grounds as club officials refuse a pay rise from 36 to 38 cents per round.
Baltimore July 27 separated five years over the Catholic upbringing of their daughter Barbara. Lord Bagot and Lady Bagot are reconciled and with Barbara at Birthfold Rudgeley Staffordshire. Mrs Bernard Shaw, sister of Lord Bagot, is said to have brokered the settlement.
London July 3. The Balkan peace conference is set to open in Bucharest next Wednesday as fighting rages. Greece refused Bulgaria a temporary truce and breached Kresna Pass after heavy fighting, capturing three siege guns and pushing Bulgarians back to Druma. Reports say Struma valley battles may resume if no peace is negotiated, with large wounded arriving in Belgrade. Turkiye’s army actions are disavowed by the Porte, amid ongoing unrest and reports of atrocities by both sides.
Dispatch from Athens dated July 27 confirms the capture of the Greek bishop at Xanthi by Bulgarian forces as they retreated from the city. Nine prominent citizens were also taken. The fate of the captives is unknown with fear of massacre and no details on nationalities provided.
Wareham Massachusetts July 7 Five thousand volunteer infantrymen and a full cavalry regiment lay encamped in southeastern Massachusetts as summer maneuvers begin. Towns Middleboro Fair Haven Titicut Barnstable Wenham Mattaponsett and Sandwich host the activity. Cavalry under Maj Francis C Marshall U S A will lead realistic campaign training while infantry stay largely in camp.
Fort Monroe defenses sank six ships and forced five artillery companies to retreat before daybreak as lookouts detected an invading fleet near Chesapeake Bay. Searchlights spotted ships 106 miles up the bay and Battery Anderson opened fire immediately. Official tally credited destruction of the ships.
In St Louis on July 27 thousands watched as Oscar E Stuber professional diver leaped from the unfinished free bridge into the Mississippi River and disappeared after a 100 foot plunge. He had twice dived from the Eads bridge before and performed for a $1 wager. He struck water full length and is believed unconscious. He is survived by a wife and three children.
Twenty seven persons were injured when four cars overturned on the Switzerland Trail near Boulder on the Rio Grande Railroad. The vehicles carried tourists. Among the seriously injured were Mrs Martha Chalfont Blanche Chalfont Shinister Mrs John Henson and Laura Henson. All suffered internal injuries and broken bones.
Washington headquarters reports a nationwide drive by the Progressive movement to enlist 1000 volunteers for a “vitally important service.” Oscar S. Straus, Senator Poindexter, former Senator Beveridge, and former Gov Parker issued the call. Exact duties remain secret, but are described as not costly or disruptive to daily work. Letters from diverse occupations express confidence in the party’s future and willingness to assist in organization.
A stray dog running through 3315 H Street Northwest bit seven year old Willie McGinnis as crowds chased the animal last evening. The dog paused to strike before being stopped by a thrown brick. The boy received treatment at Columbia Hospital. The dog’s carcass was sent to the pound for examination.
The 21 unidentified victims from the Binghamton Clothing Company fire were carried to Spring Forest Cemetery by undertakers and police, as thousands gathered for a memorial service at the opera house. Mayor Irving urged factory owners to safeguard workers’ lives to prevent a similar tragedy.
Editor Post urges erecting a statue of Gen Robert E Lee in the city as a symbol of patriotic unity and American remembrance. Mrs Magnus S Thompson, president of the Stonewall Jackson Chapter UDC, signs the letter dated July 26 from North Chevy Chase Maryland.
Police officers speculated Saturday night about the meaning of Commissioner Siddons touring most station houses and briefly examining conditions and personnel. He clarified the visits were to learn about the department and other government divisions, not an inspection. Some officers feared a broader, thorough inspection and possible changes.
The Rev Dr Russell Cecil, pastor of Second Presbyterian Church in Richmond Virginia, preached at New York Avenue Presbyterian Church in Washington yesterday during the absence of Rev Dr Wallace Radcliffe who attended the Pan-Free Presbyterian triennial council in Scotland.
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