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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1914

Page

8

Barnes Demands Renomination of Root for Senate Race

New York Republican leader William Barnes Jr. publicly backs Senator Elihu Root for renomination and signals opposition to Representative Allan Calder. Barnes argues for experienced, prudent leadership and asserts Root is the party’s chosen candidate, while hinting Calder and Hinman face strong opposition from the anti-Barnes faction. Root reportedly plans further steps but emphasizes a final term in the Senate.

Senate New York Hinman Washington Post William Barnes, Jr United States Ellha Root Alvnn M Calder Root Park Slope Washington Renu R Root Foot Calder Nberale Vaines Harvey D Hinman Ahr

Rebels capture Durazzo reported from Paris

A circulated report claims Albanian capital Durazzo fell to rebels by storm. The dispatch notes no independent confirmation and mentions Vienna and concentrations near Livascintlimiles, with rebels said to threaten surrounding towns as of tonight.

Paris Boris Isias Durazzo Vispathee Oren Vienna Soutar Saul Nviona Frsat

Scotch Peer Death in Self Inflicted Act

A Scottish peer named Horace Courtera died by his own action on June 3 after cutting his throat. The incident occurred while staying at a hotel where he had been for three months. Baron Forbes, aged sixty, succeeded the title. His heir is the Hon Atholl Monson. Forbes is described as a representative peer for Scotia.

Srelland Horace Courtera Jammell-Forbes Borus Scotia cl Forbes Wis Si Vrars Atholl Monson Forbes

Smith Hasworth Married at St Pauls Church

Vivian Fay Wortel of Washington and Francis J. Smith of Bhuiae delpton wed at St Pauls on Tuesday June 23 in a ceremony conducted by the Mad dames Mackin. The marriage was announced in the church by witnesses and local officials.

Smith Hasworth St Paul's Athed Church

Morrison funeral notices and interments listed

Funeral notices publish for Joseph Morrison and Jennie Pettit. Joseph Morrison of Saint Louis died recently, services set at Trinity Church and Holy Rood Cemetery with Mass and interment. Jennie Pettit, widow of Jo Morrison, interment planned at Arlington Cemetery. Relatives invited to attend from June 1914 listings.

Catherne Buscher Fiernare Buscher Morrrison St Lona

Local Funeral Directors and Embalmers Advertised Services

A cluster of obituary and funeral service notices lists GEO ZURHORST FRANK GEIER S SONS and multiple undertakers including J WM LEE THOS M HINDLE R SPEARE THOS SERGEON WM SARDO & CO. Services include chapels cremetion and livery, with various phone numbers and addresses noted for Lincoln Washington DC and surrounding streets. The notices emphasize first class service, reasonable terms, up to date carriages, and cremation arrangements.

Geo P. Zurhorst Capitol Street Chas S. Zurhorst Mer Frank Geier Seventh ST Mogert North J. Wm, Lee Thos M. Hindle Imhaimer Hatsow R. Speare F Street N. W Frank Speare Pheneo Thos. S. Sergeon Succivissor Tor CAI Gu Tolzptowe WM. H

AULD'S PLEA REPORTED IN VAIN SKEIN

Fragmentary OCR text shows unclear names and phrases with no coherent event. Readable elements hint at a court or legal context but specifics are unavailable.

Great Over Ocean Aeroplane Proves Successful At Hammondsport

Transatlantic hydro aeroplane America by Rodman Wanamaker undergoes a series of successful trials on Lake Keuka. Glenn Curtiss pilots the craft carrying Lieut John Porte Hallett and James Lamont as it tests speed balance and handling ahead of the Newfoundland to England voyage next month. Crowd surpasses county records as the big red flying boat makes multiple flights and earns praise from Porte and Curtiss.

Hammondsport Washington Post N. Y Rodman Wanamaker America Atlantic Lake Keuka Glenn H. Curtiss John Cyril Porte George BE. A. Hallett Newfoundland England Lieut. Forte Hallett James Lamont Curtiss Steuben County Forte

Transatlantic flyer America christened at Lake Keuka

Miss Katherine Masson christened the Rodman Wanamaker transatlantic flyer America on Lake Keuka near Hammondsport. Curtiss reported the 31 ton machine flew with only five percent engine revolutions and a 76 foot wingspan, with hopes to lift 1500 more pounds for the ocean voyage. Trials will continue daily as Lieut Porte prepares for the St Johns shipment.

Katherine Rodman’ Wanamaker Lake Keuka Hammondsport Curtiss Layana

Villa and Mexican leaders hold talks in New Orleans

The article notes Calderon saying he will travel to Washington to brief officials on Mexican affairs with no secret mission and seeks meetings with the President and Secretary of State. Juan Uriquial meets the Mexicans after arriving from Washington, while Iglesias Calderon deflects talks of Carranza backing. Rumors persist of U S-Negotiations favoring Villa after Juarez actions, with Villa allegedly signaling openness to mediation outcomes.

Washington Calderon Carranza Mexico United States Uriquiai Juan Uriquial Breceda Mr. Calderon New Orleans Iglesias Calderon

Hearst Buys Pall Mall Magazine from Waldorf Astor

Hearst company buys Pall Mall Magazine founded in 1893 by William Waldorf Astor. The title will cease as a separate entity after August tissue and merge with Nash's Magazine. The piece recalls its early prestige in illustrated fiction and its editor clash with Astor that gave rise to the magazine.

Hearst Pall Mall Magazine Waldorf Astor Washington Post London Nash's William Waldorf Astor

Villa Sees Peace Terms to End Mexican Conflict

The report quotes Villa as favoring peace with honor and terms acceptable to prevent intervention, citing Mexico's suffering and Carranza’s ambitions. State officials echo caution, noting mediation prospects and Carranza’s stance on talks, with hopes constitutionalists may attend talks with American and Huerta delegates at Niagara Falls.

Villa Carranza Mexico Gen. Villa Huerta New Orleans Alfredo Breceda

Federals Halt Every Attempt to Approach Zacatecas

In Zacatecas area fighting favors the federals as Gen Luis Medina Barton reinforces the town with a growing force. Villa commands over twenty thousand rebels with sixty cannons and faces bombardment while Obregon shifts to threaten Guadalajara and reinforce plans toward Mexico City. Rains wash out bridges, delaying supply routes between Chihuahua and Torreon.

el Paso Tex Zacatecas Arthuro M. Elias Huerta Hi Paso Eilias Luis Medina Barton Villa Barron Torreon Guaymas Harvey Morton Empalma Morton Obregon Mazatlan Guadalajara Mexico City Joaquin Tellez Sonora Ygnacio Bonillas Carranza Tellez Juarez Mexico Zacatecay Chihuahua City

Glynn On Trip West Trains Stop For Executive Visit

Gov Glynn boarded the Twentieth Century Limited at Albany en route to Chicago for a sudden Westward trip. He will be hosted by Mayor Carter H Harneon and is believed to be coordinating for the upcoming autumn governor’s campaign. Priority escorts include Capt Reynolds K Townsend and secretary Frank A Tierney.

Washington Albany N. C William Randolph Hearst Twentieth Century Limited Maron H. Glynn Chicago Staatsburg Pourhkeepme Edward Dinsmore Vincent Astor Dinsmore Reynolds K. Townsend Executive Chamber Frank A. Tierney New York Gisnn Poughkeepsie Automobile Club Peter H .Troy Hearst Gov. Glynn Carter H. Harneon Guy Glynn

Plaintiff Sues After Jail Bed Fall Damages Sought

Arsemus Hensley files a 33000 damages suit in North Carolina alleging injuries from a defective upper jail bunk at the county jail after his arrest for larceny on September 18, 1913. He says the bed collapsed and threw him to the floor causing permanent injuries.

Washington Asheville N C North Carolina Arsemus Hensley Henstey

Missing Marine Heinrich Thobe Still Not Found

Vera Cruz June 23 no trace had been found tonight of Heinrich Thobe a marine of the Fifteenth battalion who vanished on June 0 He had been examined for his mental condition shortly before his disappearance The fact he wore a uniform and carried his rifle and ammunition raises fear he met the fate of Private Samuel Parks of the Twenty eighth Infantry who disappeared from Vera Cruz in May.

Vera Cruz Heinrich Thobe Thobe Samuel Parks Twenty-eighth Infantry

Navy to build four superdreadnoughts replaces old battleships

Secretary Daniels announced the House approved the navy’s plan to replace two aging ships with four new superdreadnoughts. The leading vessel will match the Pennsylvania in power with twelve 14 inch guns and 20.6 knot speed, crew around 800, surpassing Mississippi and Idaho. Battleship No 59 awaits naming. two more ships funded this year.

Treasury Daniels Navy House Senate Department Pennsylvania Mississippi Idaho Sam

Winslow May Retire Fletcher Gets The Honor

A New York patch reports Rear Admiral Cameron McK Winslow may retire after being superseded by Rear Admiral Frank F Fletcher as commander-in-chief of the Atlantic Fleet. Fletcher’s Vera Cruz record and promotion dispelled Winslow’s long hope for the top post, with Fletcher slated for an eighteen month tour starting July 1 1914.

Washington Post New York Washington New York Tribune Cameron McK. Winslow Mexican Frank F. Fletcher Atlantic Winslow Navy Navy Department Admiral Admiral Fletcher Vera’ Cru Am Can Secretary of the Navy Daniels Admral Badger Admiral Winslow Hugh Admiral Badger Badger Fletcher Fletcher Ia

Steamer Gothland Grounds in Fog Off Scilly

The Belgian steamer Gothland, carrying grain from Montreal to Rotterdam, ran aground on Crim reef near the Selly Islands in dense fog. All 130 emigrants and 36 crew were rescued by St Marys lifeboat and the Lyonnesse, with rescue efforts continuing as the Gothland lies danger on Fleming ledge.

Scilly Gothland Montreal Rotterdam Cam Roeks Bishop Ughthouse Selly Islands Lyonnesse Penzance St. Marys Ascanius Montezuma Lizzardhead St Marys Lyonnesge Hugh Town St. Marys Island Crim Selly

Lisbon cabinet changed in Portugal June 23 report

Lisbon Portugal June 23 cabinet reconstruction announced with Premier and key ministers named including interior foreign affairs justice finance war public works and colonies. Notable figures listed are Bernardino Machado Manuel Monteiro Santos Lucas and Gen Antonio Pereira beatoarine Peres Rodriguez with Almeida Lima and Couceira Costa in public works and colonies.

Lisbon Portugal Bernardino Bachado Manuel Monteiro Santos Lucas Antonio Pereira a'Beatoarine Peres Rodriguez Almeida Lima Couceira Costa

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