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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1914
Page
10
The article reports a dramatic military turn near Lowicz with Russian forces surrounding and capturing large enemy contingents. It notes strategic moves and possible impacts on subsequent actions in the region.
A Vera Cruz scene shows a dog lying on a discarded Marine trouser leg waiting for his master who is barred from boarding the transport. About 166 dogs formerly cared for by American forces wander the city and abandoned camps as soldiers are away.
Southern senators plan to read the riot act to William Jennings Bryan upon his return from Florida. The opposition to woman suffrage is noted among dry factions, with saloon hostility and anti suffrage sentiment discussed. A three senator effort seeks to force debate and a potential retraction or apology.
Bell and Provikit describe a possible reassignment of Gen Funston and the separation of divisions in Texas City and San Francisco. The War Department may place Funston as assistant chief of staff in Washington or head a department on the Mexican border. The central and western departments would gain or lose headquarters as vacancies arise in April and at San Francisco.
Vera Cruz reports Gen Candido Aguilar warned residents through police chief Frezieres that any disturbance would be met with execution. Arm possession must be turned in within 11 hours, with authority to shoot for found arms. The consul advised discretion for Americans. decree applies to all, with permits possible for some. Fabela praised Carranza, denounced Villa, urging Plaza crowds to show loyalty to Carranza.
As American forces withdrew from Vera Cruz they embarked at dawn without ceremony, while Constitutionalists advanced to the center of the city. Transport ships carried refugees and Marines to Philadelphia and other ports. Mexicans and Americans remaining showed mixed emotions amid renewed Mexican pride as Gen Aguilar raised the national flag and praised the peaceful handover ending the occupation.
A sold out Belasco Theater performance of The Story of the Rosary hosted by Countess Dumas of Paris raised funds for Belgian war sufferers. Donations from hotels and shops flowed in and guests included ambassadors and society figures. All proceeds will go to Washington and be shipped to Belgium.
Amsterdam reports Prince August William fourth son of the German emperor is recovering after a motor car accident. The Berlin telegraph correspondent says recovery will take a long time and reports that the crown prince was wounded are unfounded.
Acting Secretary Lansing reported that French bondholders hold a lien on Vera Cruz customs and a Carranza loan allocation was deemed invalid. Funds likely stay under U.S. control until Mexico forms a recognized government. Ambassadors received pessimistic reports of looting fears, while Taubio Blanc took command and began appointing local officials and police.
Manchester Guardian reports a hunger strike and mutiny by detainees on the Isle of Man prison. Prisoners tore down the Union Jack, attacked dining hall kitchens, and sought escape by seizing a harbor boat, while guards fired to quell the outbreak.
London November 24. The Isle of Herm, one square mile in the Channel off Guernsey, has reportedly been occupied by British forces. A disputed claim linked to Prince Von Bluecher's descendant arose. authorities say no German military use or lease exists.
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