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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1914

Page

10

Parr Wins Long Roll Covering Five Miles With Ground Ride

Vaithoors May Wolowell Parr, a Bal toune leader, began at 10 pm and rolled a distraction across city streets to Charles street extended and University Parkway. The feat attracted curious spectators and a moving picture operator as Parr completed the nearly five mile course despite fatigue, with fans and club members witnessing the unusual endurance display.

Mother Vaithoors Wolowell Parr Baltoune Bikridge Charles Street Parr

Arrests Amid German Security Sweep Highlight Embassy Links

In a tense German security operation, Maj and Cosby were arrested due to suspected espionage ties at the American Embassy complex. Milache, military attaché to the American mission, faced detentions alongside other officials as authorities pressed ongoing investigations. Further details remain unclear as authorities pursue confirmed evidence and potential charges.

Death notices for Elizabeth uns ens e et and family mass

The obituary reports the death of Elizabeth uns ens e et and details a funeral timeline. Mass and interment are noted at local churches, with services at their residences and relatives informed. The record mentions a church service and interment at a nearby cemetery and lists family survivors.

Tiel Swdllewss Piesdas Elizabeth Uns Omer Shepherd Mometer Saundar Tas Iroschwich JG Street Muka Belaced Jsb Mary Bo Weaver Feopa Adame Street Ieee Wena Wemesdry Roth Om Weiends Hej

Cabinet Debates New Haven Case In Cabinet Meeting

The New Haven inquiry moves forward as Attorney General McReynolds focuses on testimony from Mr Mellen and Roma directors. The cabinet discussed the government stance, noting McReynolds abandoned a restricting letter to the ICC and endorsed proceeding with hearings.

New Haven McReynolds Haver Interstate Commerce Commission Mellen Roma Hisetter Department of Justice MacRe Reynolds

How Railroad Presidents Are Made

Gov Polk questioned Yellen about his term as Northern Pacific president. Mr Mellen testified that J Pierpont Morgan urged him to the post, and that Morgan later promised him the New Haven presidency, with details left to Morgan.

Northern Pacific Railroad Gov. Polk Yellen Interstate Commerce Commission J. Pierpont Morgan Mr. Mellen Mr. Morgan Westchester Mr. McHen The Northern Pacific Morgan Pierpont Morgan Gov. Folk J. P. Morgan Mellen

Morgan's Westchester deal tied to Roosevelt talk and Mellen testimony

In a detailed hearing, Mellen recounts Morgan's pressure to run the Northern Pacific and then appoint him New Haven president. He recalls a 1901 conference with President Roosevelt on the Boston and Maine purchase, saying Roosevelt advised caution but indicated support if lawful. Mellen emphasizes directors approved actions, while denying personal confidences to them.

Folk Jacob H. Schiff Mr. Mellen Kuba, Loeb & Co New York Boston Maine Kuhn, Loeb & Co Mr. Folk Westchester Morgan Rockefeller Melen Morsan New Haven Boston and Melien Boston and Maine Bir Ledyard American Express Company Washington BD. Folk Roosevelt Maine Purchase Ok Mellen Mitch Mr. Roosevelt Hoston and Maine Railroad Unes Canadian’ Pacific Grand Trunk Lane Interstate Commerce Commissigner Ron United States Mr. Morgan Europe

Bitter House Clash As Democrats Face Fire In Debate

The House opened debate on anti trust legislation under a gag rule limiting general debate. Republicans blasted Democratic control, calling the record an obituary while accusing leaders of paralyzing industry and surrendering rights. They warned of labor exemptions to the Sherman Act as the session stretched toward a late adjournment with all speakers supporting the bill.

Hause Covington Interasiaté Trade Commission Rayburn Railroad Senate Bravenr Wit Ba James R. Mann Nlinois Philip Pitt Campbell Kansas My. Campbell Panama England Colombia Panama Canal Victoriana Huerta Mexico

Democratic Trade Commission Debate Highlights Law Support

Democratic Stévening of Sr Hampshire backs an administration trade commission to regulate competition. Rep Decker Missouri Democratic says the commission would enforce antitrust laws, past and future. Rep Stevens Minnesota advocates economic necessity. Rep Hinabaugh Wisconsin Progressive criticizes the Democratic plan as copying Progressive ideas. Other representatives Pisa Ohio Knowland California Morgan Oklahoma and others push the bill.

Stévening Sr Hampshire Administration Trade Commission Decker Missouri Stevens Minnesota Congress Pisa Ohio Knowland California Morgan Isnoma

Chamber leaders plan referendum on antitrust bills ends May 2

Directors of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States announced a referendum among business organizations on the Clayton and Newlands anti trust bills. The nationwide vote on the pending Interstate trade commission measure will be completed May 2. Henry L. Corbett of Portland, Oregon, was chosen vice president for the Western States, succeeding J. N. Teal who resigned.

Chamber of Commerce of the United States Clayton and Newlands Interstate Trade Commission Henry L. Corbett Portland Ores Western States J. N. Teal

Kidnapper Fights Jailers Before Life Term in Court

In Opelousas Louisiana May 194 W inmate C Walters convicted of kidnapping Robbie Danbar was beaten into insensibility by jail staff before his sentencing hearing. Walters refused to leave his cell when ordered to court and cursed his jailers. Struggles were evident in his appearance before Judge Pavy. He shouted a denunciation of those present in the room.

Apedal The Washington Post Opelousas W. C. Walters Robbie Danbar Waltera Pavy Walters

Admiral Sebree Tracks Missing Dog Gun Cotton in KC

Rear Admiral Uriel Sebree retired and Mrs. Sebree are in Kansas City seeking their dachshund Gun Cotton who vanished from the Hotel Baltimore basement. The admiral said the dog, raised from a puppy four years ago, is not valuable but priceless to them. The Sebrees, residents of California, stopped in Kansas City to visit his brother, Attorney Frank Sebree, and the dog had always traveled with them.

Kansas City Uriel Sebree U. SN Sebrees California Frank Sebree

Huerta Calls De la Barba as Successor from France

Mexican newspapers from Vera Cruz report President Huerta summoned Francisco de la Barra from France to be his successor. De la Barra, a former provisional president of Mexico, has held senior roles in official and diplomatic circles.

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