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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1914
Page
1
The Tampico seizure deepens the Mexican crisis as Carranza consolidates power. The United States contemplates its next move, with Congress weighing whether to recognize the revolutionists or aid Huerta while keeping Veracruz and Tampico under risk. Mayes ships reach the river, and diplomacy intensifies at the White House.
Report from Mexico City notes Emiliano Zapata’s mounted forces advancing from the south have ascended Mount Ajuego and reached within about 12 miles of the National Palace. Federals lack artillery and are unable to halt the engagement as refugees fear Huerta’s grip weakens.
A Villa era plea urges amunition imports to satisfy the drive toward Mexico City while avoiding provocation of war with the United States. Villa warns of shortages to capture Saltillo and Torreon, noting 25,000 troops massing and commissions to quantify needed arms. Reports indicate US supervision considered, with troop movements described toward Saltillo and Monterrey bases.
Special dispatch reports government arsenals operating night and day to equip militia with automatic pistols. Springfield mass workers on three eight hour shifts at Watervliet, Albany and Davenport, Rock Island forge weapons on a war basis, all aimed at maximum output.
The Washington Paat London reports Capt. G. T. R. A. Grant was received in audience by the King on the eve of his appointment as naval attaché in Washington. The British Foreign Office confirmed the posting as the new naval attache.
News from Paso del Macho reports soldiers at Piedad barracks in Mexico City mutinying in favor of Villa. Several officers who refused the revolt were shot. Blanquet's unit was sent toward the barracks but fled west, likely aiming to join Zapatistas in Cuernavaca. The uprising appears tied to orders to march north against Villa, with Tampico also reported captured by rebels. General Pena and Navarrete placed on rail lines to block American advance, amid tensions with U.S. forces and Vera Cruz plans.
Pietro Blegero, an Italian baker in Pittsburgh on May 14, recalls missing pies and jelly cakes. He notices local boys watching and says a dog steals a piece, then boys gathered in a cellar eat his goods while he investigates the scene from the bakery window and street.
Edward May Jr of Virginia and Princeton student traveling Europe as a self described hobo is reported to have crossed the Atlantic on the Cunard liner Lusitania and to have stayed in postings across England Scotland and Ireland. A correspondent found him in a cheap boarding house near the White House, noting he has slept with little money.
The London Standard reports word spread of a boycott at a Curzon Ball attended by a member of the Nbernd party and his daughter. The note mentions sensitive details and the rumor that the event faced pressure from attendees.
A State Department agent recounts his imprisonment by Huerta’s regime. He describes travels with the Red Cross and American Embassy duties, demand for secrecy, and charges of spying as federals seized credentials. He arrived in Mexico City under guard on May 6 after being arrested April 2.
London May 4 William Marconi announced success in long distance wireless telephone tests claiming a 100 mile range. He described sending words via the air between ships and shore stations and noted a 23 mile distance previously achieved between Italian battleships. Future trials were planned with ships and coastal stations in South England and Wales.
Chicago May 14 A special court for gunmen is ordered to try those who bear deadly weapons as part of a crusade by press police and authorities. The aim is swift punishment with a maximum fine of 10 and costs. A man carrier was fined today under the new calendar for present and future offenders.
Stockholm reports Crown Prince Adolphus of Sweden may attend the Panama-Pacific exposition in San Francisco. He wishes to travel to the United States and will proceed unless hindered by his father’s health or Sweden’s political situation. King Gustave has recovered from stomach operation and resumes state duties, with the crown prince relinquishing regent duties.
Prof. John Bassett Moore, formerly State Department counselor, will teach international law and civil law courses at Columbia University next year in the School of Political Science. The announcement confirms his return to academia after service in government.
Regular aeroplane passenger service across San Francisco Bay from this city to Gatland was started today with a regular schedule. Mayor James Rolph Jr. was the first passenger, completing the round trip. Distance between terminals 1367 miles.
The National Geographic Society through Gilbert H. Grosvenor endorses Col. Roosevelts discovery of a river in South America. Grosvenor lauds Roosevelts experience and questions critics like Walter Savage Landor and Col. Younghusband while noting Wilkes Antarctic claims were challenged by Shackleton and others.
A special dispatch from St. Petersburg reports that for the first time in its history the Duma rejected the budget. The vote was 70 against the proposal, signaling a major parliamentary setback for the government in Russia.
Former New Haven president Charles S. Mellen testified before the Interstate Commerce Commission about the New Haven and its subsidiaries. He pledged to reveal every fact and document, aiming to expose the financial dealings and stock dealings around the Westchester and Boston acquisition. His brief remarks drew reactions from auditors as he outlined a complex stock exchange and the exchange of 8000 Westchester shares for 4000 New Haven shares, with stock held in many names. The hearing adjourned as he prepared to return to England for additional papers.
Today's issue index highlights include Fall of Tampico, Vila pleads for ammunition, Tiwerta troops mutiny, Huerta medical cases, Roosevelt support, New Haven deals, dope matters, vacation talk, bank names, parade plans, state official resignations, Huerta army notes, mediation risks, fire zone beliefs, indictments, Red Cross update, 4-H household work, La Follette canal speech, Rose Becker nemesis, wireless telephones, Bridgie Webber, and Thomson trial money.
New York May 14 Commissioners officers report Katharine B Davis now protected by detectives after threatening letters from women dealers warning of retribution. Prisoners in Tombs lose outside drug shipments as meals must be prepared inside. A near revolt spreads as prisoners struggle with withdrawal and special medical care given to some inmates.
Ottawa May 24 The bill introduced by Senator Davis to make tipping and taking tips indictable offences has passed the senate committee of the whole with little opposition. It moves to the senate for concurrence and then to the house. The act would punish giving or taking a tip with fines up to 100 dollars, with employers also liable.
Budapest May 14 Count Stephan Tisza the Hungarian premier challenged fellow member of parliament Stephan Rekovsky to a duel after a lively altercation in a committee room. Seconds were appointed.
Senator Chilton defends repeal of tolls exemption while Senator Walsh of Montana and Senator McLean of Connecticut weigh in. The Baltimore convention debate returns to the Senate as the Democratic platform plank on the canal is scrutinized. Walsh plans to speak on the inside history of the exemption as McLean supports repeal with the President.
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