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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1914
Page
1
War talk abates as envoys from Argentina Brazil and Chile continue mediation to avert hostilities. Huerta’s camp seeks amnesty while Dr Ryan, a state department agent, is freed as a spy in a volatile Mexico crisis. Cabinet focuses on noncrisis affairs amid evolving negotiations.
Mexican developments yesterday centered on assurances of peace and steady abatement of war talk as South American mediators reported progress. Huerta accepted mediation in principle and Carranza’s stance remained pivotal amid suspensions and U. S. good offices.
In Mexico the balance of mediation continues while Gen. Carranza mobilizes forces to protect Tampico oil properties, mainly British owned, and seeks safe operations for oil companies. Secretary Bryan and officials press to guard wells, while Dr. Ryan's fate looms until Huerta orders his release.
The administration’s proposed interstate trade commission bill would make guilt personal for corporate violations, creating a five member commission with strong regulatory powers over interlocking directorates and holding companies. Hearings on the measure set for May 11 and May 12, with possible modifications before Senate action.
War Department announces Vera Cruz civil government will be replaced by a military regime under Gen. Funston. Civil officers to be removed, all authority to report to the War Department, with military tribunals to guard against claims against the U S government.
William J. Burns faced an angry crowd in Marietta as detectives pursued Leo M. Frank murder case links. Demonstrators attacked Burns. he fled to a hotel while deputies were summoned. The mob gathered amid a local primary vote, amid intense debate over evidence gathering methods for Frank’s new trial.
Paris May report says Francisco de la Barra Mexican minister to France may be designated to act for the Mexican president in intermediation talks. The note references revisions and proceedings connected with the diplomatic effort.
President Ward of Baltimore and Ohio closed the advance rate hearing as the ICC weighs a horizontal 5 per cent increase on all freight rates. Brandeis argued added revenue from car spotting warehousing and eliminating certain allowances while noting passenger service losses. Willard denied any campaign to influence decisions and urged a modest uniform rise as an emergency necessity.
German aeronaut Hans Berliner and two companions, captured after a Ballon trip from Bitterfeld, were condemned by Russian authorities to six months solitary confinement in Kirgischansk. The flight reportedly covered 1,863 miles in about 47 hours before landing in the Ural region.
In Havana on May 1, Dr Carlos Garado editor of La Prensa and Antonio Iraizos editor of La Noche fought a sword duel. Senor Tralgos was seriously wounded in the chest. The dispute stems from newspaper views on the Ernest Albert trial for the murder of Police Chief Armando Riva. The Albert trial continues.
At a rehearsal for the Greek pageant drama The Fire R e gained held at 1317 H Street managers push to recruit 1 000 chorus members. Percy F Foster directs the chorus with Miss ffie Baker guiding the dancers. Work on the stand and temple starts Monday with outdoor rehearsals planned by week’s end. Sidney Hirsh author and director presided over the session.
More than 2,000 anarchist and I W W followers marched through Union Square while police lined three square sites. At 38 Broadway Rockefeller Jr offices a mourning patrol hung bands and a hearse threat lingered unusued. Sinclair and English militants released after fines, as crowds denounced Rockefeller at Mulberry Bend and Union Square. Police guarded Calvary Baptist Church as socialists debated supporting Rockefeller, with misterio over his Pocantico Hills retreat.
Consul Canada at Vera Cruz reports about 1500 Americans stranded in Mexico City due to disrupted railroad service. Many arrived after the last train to Vera Cruz, and efforts are being sought from Brazilian, British, and other officials to restore rail links. Berlin reports the Reichstag ratified a sea safety pact at a London conference.
The Senate shows no rush to repeal the toll law as members express doubts about urgency and foreign policy links. Officials deny ties to Alaska for Hay-Trauncefote treaty, while Mexico and Colombia issues are weighed, with administration leaders relieved by delays.
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