Ver a Cruz War Department Talks Warn of Mexican Forces
Vera Cruz April 3 Consul Janada reports Gen Funston seeks clear orders as Mexican troops tighten watch on American outposts. Brig Gen Maas heads an attack plan while mediators discuss Peru and South American approaches to settle the Veracruz crisis. US, Huerta, and Carranza delegations to be named by weekend. outsider negotiator favored to maintain official neutrality.
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Funston
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Tunsten
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Cacranza
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Rounseing
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John Lind
Henry “White
Thas
Richard Olney
David Jayne Fil
Tromer Ammbassador
Germany
Hanns Tay Dor
Spain
Mediation Plan Mentioned in Political Defiance Statement
A defiant statement from Gen Hierta references a mediation plan tied to my resignation. Tembladera and Wi Buerta are noted as recipients while others were present as the message was read aloud to them.
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Hierta
Federal Officer Demanded Surrender at Pumping Station
Special Representative Richard Harding Davis reports from Vera Cruz that a Mexican federal officer, claiming Huerta authority, demanded surrender of troops at the pumping station. Major Russell confronted the envoy, who offered two hours then one, and threatened to test defenses with a mounted, insolent demand. Fire and retreat followed as American and Mexican positions tightened around the water tower amid mounting tension.
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Weakinston
Mexico
Specia
Washington, Post
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Huerta
Ruasellas
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Russell Wan
Ma. Baal
Perds Darley
Leon Lieut. Gage
Megan Baker
Taylor
Sullivan
Vera Griz
Mob Burns U S Flag Consul Ordered From City
American refugee Conelli Stadden arrived in San Diego aboard the German steamer Marie. He reported to the State Department that he and 23 others were forced to leave Mexicana after the consulate incident where flags were trampled and burned. Authorities recount harsh treatment and expulsion orders amid unrest in Colima Guadalajara districts.
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Conelli Stadden
Manxanillo
San’ Diego
Cal
Marie
State Department
Mexico
Adalf Breft
Mupzanilio
Age
Aaida Oétisuttedden
Conavns
Coltme
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Conan
Marne
J. Davidson
Conen Stadden
Guadalajara
Atmaria
Ransulate
Burglar Gets Hutt Jewels in Household Heist
Mrs Henry notes husband absent at dinner when burglars steal jewels valued at $0000. The theft occurred as Mrs Ther hears a clatter and the site was discovered by her son.
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Henry
New Costa Rican President Meigt Cablegram Reported
A cablegram received by the Costa Rican Ministry indicates the arrival or confirmation of a new president named Meigt. The brief dispatch notes official acknowledgment from government channels and hints at subsequent formal announcements.
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Meigt
Sens
Senate Debates on Panama Canal Exemption Begin
The Senate starts lengthy debate on postponing action for canal exemption. Borah proposes postponement to allow public opinion, while House passes gag rule on the Lima bill. Reactions from Townsend Bristow O Gorman Walsh and others shape ongoing tolls discussion.
Newest Gown Designs Stir Fashion Eyes in Paris Show
A Paris report to the New York American describes ultramagnetic summer gowns with bold contrasts and dramatic fronts. Models include a gray taffeta front with flounced waist, a two tone front and back, and an inverted pagoda skirt with pleated hollieens. Empire walking sticks transformed into sunshades cap the scene as designers push dramatic, affordable styles.
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New York
Beck
Bnok 2
96 Mine Dead Found After Explosion at New River
May 3 The bodies of 95 of 172 miners entombed in the New River Collieries mine wrecked by a Tuesday explosion had been brought to the surface. A score more bodies have been found and will be removed as soon as possible. Authorities say all remaining bodies except those under rockfalls are expected to be recovered tonight. Thousands visited the mine to witness the removal of the dead. Chief State Mine Inspector Henry said efforts to recover the bodies were continuing across all parts of the mine.
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Eccles
W. Way
Ming Na
New River Collieries Company
Gay
Hatfield
Charlestown
Hurl Henry
Colombians Oppose Treaty With United States
In Bogota on May 3 the Colombian minister presented to Congress for ratification the treaty with the United States over Panama partition. A Senate minority is expected to oppose it while the majority supports the measure. A resolution lamenting U S Mexican hostilities was introduced in Congress with debate curtailed.
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Anterior
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Colombia
United States
Panama
Senate
Mexico
Pantaloons Stir At Boston Ball In Modest Gown Debate
Mrs Lovewell of New York and Boston defends a pantale tte gown worn at the Mae Bachusette Federation ball at the Copley Plaza. Attendees gasped and debated the style as "the most comfortable gown" yet, with men reacting with varied interest and former Mayor Fitzgerald among the observers.
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Washington Post
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Maes
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Trenting Lovewell
New York
Mae Bachusette
Nordica’s Illness Fatal Reported by Consul at Batavia
The Consul at Batavia reports the illness of Nordica has proved fatal. Officials confirm the death amid official dispatches detailing Nordica’s condition and the circumstances surrounding the demise.
Sickles Death Recounts a Turbulent Career and Scandal
Gen Daniel E. Sickles of Gettysburg fame dies after a long public life marked by political fire, war leadership, a famed trial for killing Phil Key, and a reconciled marriage. His career spanned New York politics, Civil War command, and service as minister to Spain, ending with a noted but troubled personal history.
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Waites
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Maj
Stokles
London
New Yost
Philly Barton Key
United States
District of Columbia
Bickler
Key
Sickles
Therese Bagtoll
Mexicans Menace Vera Cruz May Threat
A condensed review of fears about Mexican threats to Vera Cruz and related international tensions. Mentions Vera Cruz danger, broader Latin American pressures, and shifting regional stability. Also notes political figures and potential policy responses shaping U S reactions.
Death by Own Action Had 8 Wives in America
London May reports Henry C. Fitzgerald known as Major Fitzgerald shot himself at Charing Cross Hotel after a trip. The club manager said eight American wives replied to letters found among his papers asking him to return and provide for them and a son. Scotland Yard and an ambassador inquiry followed a claim he planned to marry a princess.
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Dead Max
Megeare
London
Eld
Henry C. Fitsgerald
Pleagerard
Baid
Louisiana
Fitzgerald
Tes Fitsgerald
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Salinstex
Roosevelt Saved Three Lives on Canoe Trip
A May cable from Pars Brazil to the New York American reports Theodore Roosevelt narrowly escaped drowning during a canoe trip on the Amazon. He reportedly plunged into the river to save three men as their craft neared a cataract, injuring his foot but keeping the others from a fall. The Dunstan steamship later departed Obidler with Roosevelt, his son Kermit, and expedition members. Roosevelt said he felt much better.
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Obidler
Amazon River
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Refuses To Fight Caillaux In Election Dispute
Parla declares no duel will result from the challenge sent yesterday by Joseph Celtieux former minister of finance to Fernand d Aillieres. Celtieux accused d Aillieres of posting bills in the constituency and warned clean electors against becoming accomplices in crime. The affair prompts coverage by Le Figaro editor Calmette and pertains to the recent chamber of deputies contest.
White House Wedding for Eleanor Wilson Set at 6 O Clock
Miss Eleanor Wilson is to wed Secretary McAdoo in a simple Washington ceremony at six this Thursday. Invitations reportedly not issued. guests may include cabinet members and Supreme Court figures, with gowns described as spring style in muted decolete motifs. The wedding party includes Miss Sallie McAdon and Miss Nancy Kane as attendants, and Dr Cary T Graveon named best man. The event will be followed by a wedding supper and a short honeymoon trip.
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Eleanor Wilson
McAdoo
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Federal Reserve_ board
the Treasury
Hele
Sallie McAdon
Nancy Kane
Itn Anterior
Cary T. Graveon
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Martine
New Jersey
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Francia B. Zayre
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