New Jersey Race Seen Close as Fielder Favored
Special to The Washington Post reports New Jersey polls tilt toward Democrat Fielder for governor, while New York City bets on Mitchel for mayor. Washington fears a Jersey Republican win and notes Colby splits GOP support, with Tammany's mood cautious and fusion odds debated amid national interest.
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Rockefeller praises church advertising plan and aims to extend drive
John Rockefeller said he believes in the church advertising push that drew people to services. He and Miss Spellman, sister of Mrs Rockefeller, showed marked improvement and plan to depart soon. Rev Dr W W S Bustard praised the campaign, and Rockefeller congratulated the pastor saying he has hit the nail on the head.
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Rockefeller
Misa Spellman
John
Hustard
Bustard
Spanish Legation to Embassy Status Hinted in Washington
Madrid reports rising status for Spain’s Washington mission with a possible elevation to ambassadorial rank Gonzales Hontoria, ex undersecretary of state, tipped as the prospective ambassador The current Spanish minister to the United States remains Don Juan Bianco y Guayanges.
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United States
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Meade Barr Testifies Instigated Murder Case in Dallas
Meade Barr tells Dallas grand jury the killing of Florence Brown in a downtown real estate office was instigated by another person. Mrs Brie M Lake, a young widow, remains in custody on felony warrants, denying involvement as authorities refuse to specify charges. Barr alleges he doped himself and carried out the attack. he is to be recalled before the grand jury amid Indiana pardon questions.
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Jeffersonville
Manchester Commerce Strikes Iceberg Near Belle Isle
The Furness Line freighter Manchester Commerce struck an iceberg in the Strait of Belle Isle early Saturday. Despite severe damage the iron steamer, no immediate danger of sinking, headed for St Johns Newfoundland for repairs with a crew of about 40 aboard and few, if any, passengers. Captain Couch steered the vessel toward safety as reports of the accident came in. Manager J R. Binning expressed confidence in the ship’s stability pending repairs.
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Newfoundland
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Demand to raise Washington superintendent salary sparks fund idea
Representative James Aswell plans to push a $10,000 annual salary for Dr Davidson as Washington schools chief. Secretary Bryan backs retaining Davidson, who he says would model U.S. public education. Aswell even suggests a 6 cent contribution from 54,000 city pupils if needed to pressure Congress.
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James Aswell
Louisiana
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Washington
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America
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Philadelphia
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New York
Ir Davidson
Nebraska
Cabinet Split Rumor Ties War and State to Canal Zone
A Washington Post cable from Tarama reports rumors of a breach between Secretary of War Garrison and Secretary of State Bryan over canal zone policy. The tale says Bryan and Metcalfe seek to overthrow Hitchcock and install Metcalfe as Bryan’s State Department leader, using canal patronage to gain control.
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New York
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Pittsburgh Board Seeks Dr Davidson Again
Pittsburgh school officials urge Dr Davidson to return immediately and accept a salary rise if Congress approves funds. If he stays in Washington at current pay, July 1 1914 increase would lose him 2250. A five cent student contribution gains strong support and helps press Congress to act. Davidson says he is content in Washington and undecided about any formal offer, torn between family duties and remaining.
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Bomb Follows Threats In Ogden Dynamite Attacks
Three Ogden Utah residences were damaged by an early morning dynamite blast after blackmail letters demanded $1000 from the widow of David Eccles and his family. The homes of Leroy Eccles Dr H M Rowe and Fred G Taylor suffered serious damage as the blackmail campaign against Ogden residents continued since April.
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Leroy Eccles
Dr H M Rowe
Fred G Taylor
Radicalism Suffers As Italian Electors Cast Second Ballot
In Rome and across about 100 constituencies the second ballot shows little change from prior tallies. Liberals maintain a sweeping majority, socialists gain with twenty elected, and radicals, republicans, and Catholics win several seats amid heightened clashes. Police and military tense the vote, while suffragettes push for women's ballot access amid violence and gunfire.
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Man to wed after two ceremonies with veil never lifted
Baltimore November reports Dr Francis W Hartley a Philadelphia widow Marion C Arnett will marry in two ceremonies within two weeks unseen by the groom. He formerly known as Hellyer in England insists the heavy veil stay until the last words are spoken. He notes Providence as Mrs Arnett was first to answer his advertisement and vows he would marry the first responder. The bride is 45 and a widow.
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Seven Die By Explosion At Hartford Warehouse Blast
An explosion at Loveland's five story brick warehouse on North Front Street in Hartford early today toppled walls onto two adjoining wooden tenements. Seven may be dead. A fire followed and was quickly extinguished. The Hughes house occupants included John Hughes and family. two residents were hospitalized. Firemen searched ruins while Michael Greenberg hinted at dynamiting but offered no motive.
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British Exile criticizes absence of Ambassador Spring-Rice
A Times letter by a British Exile from New York October 24 notes Sir Cecil Spring Rice’s continued absence from Washington. It claims he lives in Dublin New Hampshire in seclusion, has not met the Secretary of State or State Department officials, and remains in poor health with no return date. It mentions President at Cornish New Hampshire and questions the diplomatic situation over Mexico.
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Calero Watched by Detectives on Vera Cruz Voyage
Manuel Calero, Liberal party candidate in the recent presidential elections, was aboard the steamer Corcovado bound for Habana, with detectives closely watching him until departure. He will continue to Washington.
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Pair Died In Death By Own Action Pact
Atlantic City New Jersey November 2 A double death by own action was reported today after the decomposed bodies of James F Bly 18 a Philadelphia medical student and his 19 year old bride were found in woods near Northfield. A pistol with two empty chambers lay between them and a note signed by both stated death is the easiest way out Rose will kill herself first and I will follow. Letters in Ely clothing referenced parental objection to their marriage made last August and the couple had been missing since September. James Bly's father Albert I Bly a railroad man of Altoona Pa and the bride's mother Mrs M E Herring of this city were named in reports.
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Crew Saved After Dismasted Schooner Gypsum Emperor
The Gypsum Emperor bound from New York to Halifax with coal was dismasted in a storm and picked up by the Hamburg American Line steamer Barcelona from Philadelphia. Captain Thomas Martin of Philadelphia owned the vessel and usually had a crew of six. a dispatch to his wife stated Vessel lost All saved. A Berlin signal said the schooner was abandoned and waterlogged at 39.35N 27W.
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Quiet diplomacy seeks Huerta exit amid Mexican policy shifts
Washington presses for Gen Victoriano Huerta's retirement to enable a constitutional election and US guidance on Mexico policy. Senator Bacon meets President Wilson as Vera Cruz hosts talks with Lind and foreign ministers. Seven US battleships stay off Vera Cruz while Europe is sounded for support. Huerta retains key staff and deputies face election results.
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Fielder's Election and Huerta News Dominate Today's Index
The issue highlights Pere 1 coverage of Fielder's election and Huerta related stories, listing items on Mexican affairs, Mrs Wilson, motherhood topics, and political notes. It notes contests in Ohio cities and campaigns in Bay State with lawmakers voting. Additional items include a finance letter, medical fellowships, and a safety leap incident, plus society notes and sporting events.
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Federals Seize American in Mexican Conflict
Information received today by the American Consul reports that Dr S A Williams a physician formerly of Los Angeles has been imprisoned by General Qjeda the federal commander at Guayamas Nogales Sonora.
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Carranza seeks arms. Bryan to read statement
Gen Venustiano Carranza, head of the constitutionalists, sent an official message via Dr Henry Tupper proposing free arm import by both sides to Wilson through Bryan. Carranza asserts the rebellion will continue until Huerta is ousted and peace is possible only after one side is beaten. Capt Julio Madero arrived in Washington with details to present to Secretary Bryan.
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Indianapolis Car Strike Violence Ends in Shootings and Accusations
Governor Ralston condemned city authorities for failing to protect order as two shot incidents sparked street clashes around the Louisiana and West Washington car barns. A strikebreaker died from a neck wound. police rescues and arrests were limited as crowds surged, with several officers injured and four resignations.
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Kaiser Pays To Retain Berlin Lokal Anzeiger
The Kaiser pays 2.5 million dollars to secure control of the Berlin Lokal Anzeiger in exchange for a pledge to assist the government. The arrangement, reported in The Washington Post, ties the paper to state influence and ongoing disposal by the Kaisers. The deal involves the publisher Yang Beher ewe Goer Company and aims to maintain the paper as a government asset.
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