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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1913
Page
1
The president may act alone after several conferences and cabinet meetings. Recognition is strongly desired in Peking to aid funding the government and finance Boxer indemnities.
New York March 19 reports that the American banking group led by J P Morgan Kuhn Loeb First National and National City Bank has withdrawn entirely from Chinese loan negotiations. The move follows Wilson administration signals not to seek bankers’ continued participation and signals cabinet and conference talks on U S recognition of the new Chinese republic.
Neighbors testify at the Hingham inquest into Rear Admiral Joseph Eaton's death with James Prouty revealing seized paris green from his barn. The inquiry shifts as a former will claim is raised, with Eaton family counsel noting a prior will and possible beneficiary changes.
The Anti-Imperialist League in Boston praises President Wilson for a bold shift toward an independent policy on the China loan as Britain expresses surprise at Washington's decision not to extend negotiations with six-power bankers. The move follows earlier approval of a 25 million dollar loan plan and signals a change in U.S. Far East policy.
Joseph Stefanski, a reportedly demented cowboy from Geyser Montana, entered Buffalo city hall and opened fire on clerks and a policeman. Officer Charles Lang was wounded four times but may recover. Stefanski claimed to be an anarchist and sought $100, then tried to reload as deputies intervened. He claimed origin in Poland and had worked in several states.
New ruler takes oath Friday as Constantine XII. President Wilson sends his condolence message, first received. New rafer likely proclaimed Constantine XII and pledges care for army and navy. Body of late king lies in palace at Saloniki. Queen Olga en route to consort's bier.
Constantine vows to lead armed forces after King George assassination. Athens and Saloniki report the oath, mourning six months, and a national monument plan. Queen Olga travels to Saloniki as embalmment events unfold. Prince Nicholas and officers accompany the king's body through a diverse procession to the palace.
Special to The Washington Post reports Mrs Minona B Jones urging Joliet prison reform. She argues corsets aid virtue and condemns prison dress, saying inmates are degraded by current attire. She advocates pretty clothes and reformatory surroundings to improve outcomes for women.
Five people were killed and twelve injured, some fatally, when an explosion wrecked the Malcolm Canning Company plant in Meddine Alberta. A gas main repair sparked the blast as plumbers worked inside a three story building, which was left roofless and largely reduced to debris. Flying bricks caused several injuries.
San Francisco reports United States forces hold near Guaymas while 400,000 rounds of rifle ammunition and shore equipment aboard the cruiser California head toward Mexican waters. Refugees arrive as federals entrench at Empalme and state troops mobilize at Ortiz.
Former President Taft was to join a Beech Island Club barbecue but postponed to attend a ball game in Augusta this afternoon. He planned to watch Ty Cobb's selected team face the Boston Nationals, saying he prefers a good game to a meal and enjoys eating too.
Special to The Washington Post reports Mr. and Mrs. Carleton W. Washburne of Los Angeles believe their seven months of a "free" married life under a radical prenup solves the marriage problem. The former Miss Heluiz Chandler and Washburne wed in 1912. the agreement ends fidelity when love ends and pools income and expenses, aiming for absolute personal freedom despite critics.
New York report says William Jennings Bryan, then Secretary of State, urged Florida Governor Park Trammell to shut winter gambling houses after a Western gambler who lost about 50 000 in a brace game relayed word. Dealers claim larger losses at Sea Breeze and other venues prompted action, with closures reportedly arranged ahead of formal orders.
Grand Trunk and New York New Haven and Hartford railroads push massive upgrades in the grain traffic race. Aiming to Montreal via double tracking from New London to St Albans and beyond, the plan totals over 30 million dollars. The Central Vermont is fully leased by the Grand Trunk for 99 years.
Havana March 19 Rumors spread that senators seek to record a protest against American dictation as they bar the amnesty bill adopted by the house. The Senate also tabled a bill to arbitrate British German and French claims totaling two million dollars. The house passed a concession for thirty years to operate a Spanish ball game and horse racing in Havana while President Gomez is away on a fishing trip.
President Wilson plans frequent Capitol visits to press his tariff program as a party measure. He will consult Democrats and Republicans, with Senator Simmons guiding Ways and Means on a joint effort to refine the Underwood tariff before House action.
Page one notes a banking retreat from a Chinese loan, with local reaction and political overtones. Mentions executives’ actions, market impact, and a shift in municipal finance policy amid ongoing national debates.
Tokyo dispatch reports that if California legislature passes hostile bills, Japan will withdraw support for the Pacific Panama Exposition. Japan would refuse to exhibit and prohibit Japanese citizens from any connection with the fair.
Five Musica family members from New York charged with defrauding banks of a million dollars were arrested in New Orleans aboard the steamer Heredia. Antonio Musica and three sons faced fraud charges while Grace and Louisa Musica were held as material witnesses. Police recovered 7,000 in currency and 18,000 in bills from their belongings. Philip Musica resisted arrest, threatening suicide, as detectives moved to extradite them. The group traveled from Alabama, fleeing alleged losses to foreign hair goods firms. bonds set at 2,000 for the sisters.
Special to The Washington Post from Poughkeepsie New York March 19 reports residents of Stantaburg swept by a mystery sneeze powder joke for over a month. Insurance agent John Waldron was arrested after being found dispersing powder in John Horan's store. Grand jury to hear case as more locals fall victim and stores see customers flee amid the prank. Deputy sheriffs work with Treaty Sheriff Murphy trying to catch the culprit amid ongoing disruption in hotels and taverns.
Experts and financiers warn that tying a national bank deposit guarantee to currency reform could reward lax banking. Secretaries and lawmakers deny knowledge. Oklahoma’s costly deposit scheme cited as cautionary. The new Congress faces a chaotic banking committee setup as Glass, Korbly, and Hulkley loom as ranking Democrats.
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