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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1913
Page
1
Circulating reports from Mexico City claim General Huerta plans to resign by early October while considering an electoral bid. Generals Carranza and Ortega denounce hopes of an immediate transfer of power, with U.S. officials watching a wary path toward October elections and possible neutral stance.
Administration officials say the United States will adhere to precedents and withhold recognition while Huerta remains in power. Senor Zamacona, allegedly Huerta’s rep, left Washington after a day’s visit without interviews. John Lind’s mediation continues as Wilson travels to Cornwall for the weekend. Huerta’s congress message next Tuesday awaits.
A report from Laredo Texas says Deputy Sheriff Ortiz was killed after a Mexican smuggling band captured a posse near Carrizo Springs. Sheriff Buck was released. A separate plea notes Walter Smith his wife and four children lost in the desert while seeking the US border near Cuatro Tonos. One hundred Americans aided by consuls head for Saltillo, with funds and first class tickets.
Cardinal John Farley of New York denounces gendered fashions as the devil’s work and mocks eugenic marriage laws as nonsense during a bath visit in Mount Clemens Michigan. He urges parental control over sex education and opposes compulsory physical examinations for marriage licenses citing American gullibility and national competition.
Representative Sidney Anderson of Minnesota resigns from the Ways and Means Committee amid a heated currency bill clash. He denounces caucus sessions as a “farce and fraud,” charging the House system deprives him of service and forces party control. Republicans condemn the process while Democrats laud currency legislation. Senator Hoke Smith expects passage before December 1.
Representative Hughes of Pennsylvania criticizes Democrats on banking and currency as amiable amateurs while praising much of the Glass bill. He cites President Wilson's influence, comparing him to Andrew Jackson and accusing Democrats of surrendering independence.
Fayetteville Ark Sept 11 Omer Davis aged 18 was hanged for the murder of his teacher Miss Netlile Moneyhan who had announced her engagement. His mother rode through northwest Arkansas collecting a petition to commute the sentence while Davis protested his innocence at the scaffold.
Former Representative George Curry of New Mexico, a Rough Rider and former Manila police chief, wed Miss Martha Coragans in Rockville Maryland after a sudden elopement. The ceremony at Rev Samuel White's home followed by a swift return to Washington, with parents of the bride reported objecting to the age difference.
An accident in the boiler rooms of the battleship Nebraska delayed the Atlantic Fleet's target practice in Norfolk Virginia. The head of boiler No 3 was blown out but no injuries were reported. The Nebraska will come for repairs, as advised from Washington tonight.
Mineola N Y Sept 11 The will of Dr Oliver Livingston Jones father of suffragette General Rosalie Gardiner Jones leaves an estate valued at 10 000 600 to his widow He shot himself at his New York home on August 9 authorities have not determined if death was accidental or self inflicted The will was filed for probate today
The murdered woman identified by back birthmarks as Mrs Casper Janin of this city. Her husband Casper Janin confirmed the identification at Hoboken morgue and said she had vanished from home on August 14. A boarding house keeper on West 104th Street is sought. he is believed to have sailed for Cuba after the body was found in the Hudson. A conductor reports a man with heavy grips and mudcaked shoes seen near Bull Stone ferry dock, as police pursue the case.
David Lamar known as the Wolf of Wall Street was arrested at the Continental Hotel on a charge of impersonating Representative A M Palmer of Pennsylvania. Bail set at 3000 dollars. He prepared to fight extradition to New York as prosecutors expect a long legal battle amid a wider lobby investigation.
Special to The Washington Post reports Estelle Ingram, a Black woman in Memphis, is being watched at the city dispensary for illness after authorities suspect she consumed preserved foods contaminated with disease germs. Police say she was caught in the laboratory carrying jars of preserves and test samples, raising fears of germ exposure.
Huerta resigns as Wisconsin reports new. Mexicans kill an American officer. George Curry Wes at Rockville. David Lamar arrested. Japan’s ultimatum to China. Mayor Gaynor dies at sea. River victim identified. Boosters return home. Representative Wilder dead. Bryan speaks to visiting students. Canadians thaw as robbery spree continues. Race doctor notes insanity. Sulzer impeachment upheld. Life cheap in America says Gompers. House conferees yield on tariff. Labor chiefs accused. Cuba seeks large loan. Financial section noted. Editorial comment. Society pages. Sporting events. Gas companies unite proposed. Citizens’ views on bread. Red Men friendly to unions in Alexandria News.
Reports from Peking and Nanking describe clashes near Chang Ti with Chinese troops. Japan demands apology, punishment, and indemnity. Gen. Chang Hsun, suspected monarchist, faces pressure from Yuan Shikai's government as Tokyo and Nanking debate terms and potential actions. Japanese marines guard Tokyo consulate amid shop looting in Nanking.
New York mayor William J. Gaynor died onboard the Baltic while returning from a likely campaign trip to seek reelection. Adolph L. Kline, Republican head of the Board of Aldermen, succeeded to mayor, took oath, and planned a public funeral. Gaynor’s death followed a long battle with heart trouble, and officials halted the tight campaign as tributes poured in from leaders nationwide.
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