Mediation Talks at Niagara Near Collapse amid Mexico Deadlock
Reports from Washington describe renewed efforts to break the Niagara Falls mediation impasse between Mexican and American delegates. Argentine minister Naon, Luis Cabrera, and U.S. officials confer as hope persists for a compromise on Carranza Villa divergences. The navy remains in Mexican waters with no immediate offensive plans against Vera Cruz, signaling restraint during talks.
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Girl's Torso Found In Mohawk River Murder Shocks City
Four fishermen discovering a burlap bag containing a woman’s trunk near the Mohawk River east of Schenectady report a brutal killing. The body shows blunt-instrument wounds, possible severing of head and limbs, with oilcloth wrapping and a heavy stone ballast. Police suspect the crime occurred elsewhere and was dragged to the river. Coroner estimates the victim is a young woman, likely not over 20, weight around 110 pounds, body in water about two months. Authorities seek missing persons reports and trace the oily cloth’s origin.
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Washington Post
Schenectady
Mohawk River
Max Hoffman
Stephen Hoffman
George Kreto
Tony Lane
New York Central Bridge
Jackson
Worcester Man Plans Suit Over Mouse in Bottle
In Worcester on June 19 Anthony Marzoett of this city reported a bottle incident. He claims a mouse was found near his mouth while tasting ale at Marzoett's home and vows never to drink the amber again. He intends suit against the brewery with evidence of the bottle containing the mouse.
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Shrewsbury
Man Dies by Own Hand in Detroit Apartment
A 45-year-old man in Detroit killed himself with a shotgun. He was identified as a former British army officer and left a note written before his death. He resided at Pine Lodge, Hastie, Tingland, claiming to be a gentleman.
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Des Moines Chamber Urges Congress Adjournment for Rest
The Des Moines Chamber of Commerce requests Congress adjourn for a much needed rest. A resolution was sent to the town delegation in Congress and copies forwarded to lawmakers to consider the request.
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Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
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Militants Attempt Church Fire in London Suburb
In Beckenhams London suburb an argon squad of militants, auffragettes, tried to burn a church during the night. The flames were quickly put out with minor damage reported to the structure and nearby areas.
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Auffragettes
Boston Revolver Battle Kills Inspector in Basement Raid
Boston June 19. Inspector Thomas F Norton is fatally shot during an attempt to arrest Lawrence Robinson in a crowded Washington and Boylston basement cafe. Robinson wounded, Daniels jailed for first degree murder. The clash follows a chase tied to Grand Rapids murder and jewelry theft rings.
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Chippy) Robinson
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Gold Transfer From Subtreasuries Sets Record
The United States Treasury reports a record weekly gold transfer to the subtreasury in this city. Guards of the U S Mint spearheaded 348 million in gold bars and coins moved in five express cars from Lehigh Valley Railroad. Since May 1 thirty three million has left the country and yearly total nears four hundred million amid Europe gold outflows.
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Pinchot Backs Brother In Pennsylvania Senate Bid
Gifford Pinchot, Progressive candidate for U S senator from Pennsylvania, endorses Amos Pinchot's views and repudiates George W Perkins. He says Perkins will have nothing to do with his fight against Penrose and notes few Pennsylvanians show interest in Perkins.
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Washington Post
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Nantucket Bans Cars From Island After Vote
Nantucket Massachusetts votes 376 to 86 to exclude automobiles from all parts of the island. The move follows a prior nonbinding measure and a mail carrier’s complaint that the town lacked authority to ban cars on state roads. The legislature then enacted a special act granting authority to exclude motors, subject to a referendum.
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Nantucket
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A. Xeferandé
Shot Hits Duchesses Car After Hidden Gunfire
Berlin reports June 1 Grand Duke of Oldenburgs daughters Duchesses Inga and Altbure narrowly escaped injury when a shot struck their motor car yesterday. The occupants found a bullet lodged in the upholstery after the vehicle halted. Officials say the shot was unlikely aimed at the car and the shooter remains unidentified.
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Stray dog saves baby's life by roadside basket
A stray dog alerted a bakery driver by barking at a chip basket containing a newborn boy abandoned along a country road at dawn. The driver took the infant to St Anne's Orphan Asylum, where officials said another hour's exposure could have been fatal.
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Washington Post
St. Louis
Country Road
St. Anne's Orphan Asylum
Rate decision delayed by Interstate Commerce Commission
The ICC's ruling on the Eastern advance rate cage will not be announced today and is likely to be delayed for several days. Insiders suggest the decision may not be published for at least two weeks, indicating quiet anticipation within the commission.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Holy Land Contest Closes Tonight at Midnight
The Holy Land contest ends tonight at 12 o clock. Subscriptions and votes must be received and postmarked by closing. Mailed entries must reach the office by closing. late submissions risk disqualification. The prize range includes awards from five hundred to one dollar for church supporters.
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Washington Post
Gould sought details of million promised for musical comedy
The Washinton Pot now York J Gould son of Jay Gould is linked to private theatrical performances and a supposed capital promise. George W. Lederst, theatrical manager, claims Gould promised $5000 for the musical comedy Hotel by Madame Moselle and obtained a Supreme Court order for particulars of the alleged agreement.
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Landslide Kills Twelve in Italian Rail Tunnel Accident
In Nice France on June 19 a tunnel collapse on the Nice to Caneda railway line in Italy killed twelve persons and left seven injured. Rescue teams fear others are buried under the debris in the new tunnel project.
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Eggs Fly At Popular West Virginia Pastor As Suspected Youths Arrested
In Grafton West Virginia on June 18 Reverend W T Blaey a popular young bachelor pastor was pelted with eggs by several local youths. The incident ended with his seeking police protection and three men being arrested and held for grand jury action. Other arrests are expected as investigations continue into alleged involvement by prominent city youths.
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Eisey
Newman
Bar Harbor Society Summering in Seal Harbor Cast
Washington Post reports Bar Harbor society is well represented with Norwegian and Swedish ministers staying at Lookout cottage and Wayside, Mme Brynere and Mme Ekengren joining the season. Mrs Marcus A Hanna and Mrs John B Henderson are among arrivals and expected occupants at Seaclift and nearby cottages.
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Lookout Cottage
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Mme. Ekengren
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Washington
Seaclift
John B. Henderson
Double Carranza's Guard In Mexico City
Special 1o The Washington Post reports sentries around the palace and Carranza's residence have been doubled amid fear of a plot. Officials are questioned before entry and the Carranza headquarters avoid mentioning Gen. Villa who is kept from discussion. Villa reportedly seeks censor ship at the Juarez telegraph office.
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Reading Railroad President George F Baer Estate Valued
An inventory filed in Reading Court fixes the late George F Baer estate at 95,06502535 dollars, the largest personal estate ever entering the Bern distribution. The fortune, once estimated as high as 15 million dollars, centers on Baer, former head of the Reading Railroad.
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Slaneful Use Ea Defends Present Treaty
Senator Betancourt, Colombia’s minister, argues the current canal treaty stems from Taft era efforts, denying US expansion aims and rival claims. He asserts funds will finance internal rail and port projects, and notes arbitration remains possible if talks fail.
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Society Gonzaga Boys Get Scholarships
Miss Wilson Urges Social Centers. 8.$ Sporting Events, Financial. 1s Would Be Blow to District. Sues to Recover Tax.
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Chiefs Bar Out Burns Criticised Over Frank Case
Grand Rapids Mich June 18 Two final acts of the International Association of Chiefs of Police adjourned today dropping Detective William J Burns from honorary membership and voting against amalgamation with sheriffs and railway detectives Re-drafted list removed Burns name though criticized for using insignia and for comments on police methods The convention backed publicity and a stance on segregation and elected Maj Richard Sylvester president with next meeting in Cincinnati
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Cal
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Richard Sylventer
Washington, D. C
Paris Chauffeur’s Unique Funeral Draws 3000 Autos
A Paris funeral for chauffeur Cloup, killed when his taxi disappeared in a subsidence at Place St. Augustine, drew a 3000-vehicle procession. Six hundred taxicabs led the hearse with many more following, blocking traffic two hours between Place de l’Etoile and Austerlitz Station.
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Place de l'Erolle
Austerlitz
French loan authorized by chamber of deputies vote 459 to 108
Paris news reports the chamber of deputies approved a $360 million loan request by Finance Minister M. Nowlens by a 459 to 108 vote. The loan bears 2.12 percent interest and is redeemable in 25 years. Public notice includes the Great Falls terminal location at Aqueduct Bridge.
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Lethbridge Mine Disaster Leaves Dozens Dead
A massive explosion at Hillcrest Collieries Ltd in Lethbridge Alberta entombs about 200 miners with 40 rescued of whom 14 survive. Thousands of tons of rock collapse and toxic fumes hinder rescue efforts as authorities deploy Calgary Fernie rescue teams and hospital staff. Most workers were foreign born. Thomas Quigley superintendent among the dead.
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Thomas Quigley
Frank
Bellevue
Thomas Corker
Miners’ Union
British Columbia
Fernie Station
Alberta Province
Belgian Colliery Fire Traps 200 Miners. 90 Escape
Fire trapped about 200 Belgian coal miners at Vieille Marshays colliery near dege on June 1. Four hundred were in the pit. 90 escaped as flames raged inside and rescuers arrived after hours.
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