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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1914
Page
11
Washington May 8 The Mexican crisis deepens with Huerta charging that American troops and war materiel at Vera Cruz violate the armistice. Secretary Bryan confirms the mediators received Huerta’s note and will reply as War Dept officials discuss mobilizing state troops for possible dispatch.
In Washington on May 8 the War Department weighed strong American forces for Vera Cruz to deter attacks or mount a campaign into central Mexico. Secretary Garrison and General staff reviewed the Vera Cruz situation after a cipher telegram, with Funston's reports from refugees in Mexico City guiding discussions. No additional troop orders were issued at this time.
Eleanor Randolph Wilson wears an ivory satin gown trimmed with real old point lace from Kuriman of Fifth Avenue New York. The bodice features satin drape and a V neck with folds, long tulle sleeves, and an orange blossom spray. The train measures three and a half yards with a bridal wreath cap. The gown is praised as a masterpiece of lace artistry.
The armored cruiser Montana bearing 17 sailors and marines killed at Vera Cruz is set to reach New York harbor Sunday. Memorial services start Monday at 11 o clock at the New York Navy yard with President Wilson delivering the nation’s tribute.
Chicago May 8 William Lorimer former senator and La Salle Street Trust bank president joined the Roman Catholic church in a private Servite chapel ceremony. Only family present he said I am a Catholic in spite of myself and cited years of study before his faith change.
Washington reports Admiral Howard received a telegram from Mazatlan stating General Obregon agrees to a central zone around the city and vows not to harm foreigners or noncombatants. American residents inside the lines feel safer yet hesitant to leave. Trade with the United States is halted along the west coast, affecting both Mexican and American vessels.
William Rockefeller and fellow New Haven railroad directors George F. Baker and George McCullough Miller are summoned to testify next Wednesday before the Interstate Commerce Commission regarding the New Haven railroad. Former president Mellon will discuss dealings between the railroad and the Willard Company. Meanwhile, at the session in Meriden, Conn, William Lucas Lindsley testified about his role as an incorporator and director of the Billard Company in New York.
In New York, four jurors were added to the six already selected in the second Becker murder trial of Herman Rosenthal after a 90 minute forenoon examination. With 10 men chosen at noon, officials expected completion before adjournment. Defense counsel W Bourke Cochran faced contempt over a remark. juror No. 10 named Tip Holbrook, marine engineer.
Funerals for General Daniel J. Sickles took place at St. Patrick's Cathedral New York with full military honors. Casket borne by pallbearers from PHIL Kearney Post G A and others, escorted by the Twelfth Regiment National Guard and troops from Governors Island. Monsignor Mood officiated as a procession proceeded to the cathedral. One body to be taken to Washington for interment at Arlington.
Leeds May 8 Julian Lenton an infant suffragist was sentenced at the Assizes to several years in prison for setting fire to Westfield House Doncaster in June last year Miss Lenton who awaited trial for the original act confessed and was later rearrested after a year in hiding following a hunger strike.
Three hundred Mexicans, many wealthy, flee to Vera Cruz under the American flag amid Huerta’s collapse and rebel advances toward Mexico City. Refugees fear disorder, seek U S protection, and expect continued influx as foreigners may be asked to justify staying. Villa’s northern and Zapata’s southern forces are viewed as strong backers of any new regime.
U.S. state department seeks release of Vice Consul John B. Silliman said to be detained by Mexican authorities at Saltillo. The incident heightens anxiety within Washington about the consular situation and diplomatic prospects.
Seth Low, son of Apiel Abbot Low, was elected president of the New York Chamber of Commerce yesterday. He follows his father who led the chamber from 1864 to 1907, marking the first time a son has succeeded his father in the post.
A captive military balloon, used by the telegraph battalion for wireless experiments, was struck by lightning and destroyed at Zossen, 22 miles south of Berlin. There were no casualties.
International Organization of United Miners of America accuses John D Rockefeller Jr and calls for continued support for the Colorado coal strike. Massacre at Ludlow cited as justification for aid, urging peace but warning no retreat from the common people against powerful corporations.
Word arrived of the death of Wirt Bronson 48 once of Manchester Iowa in Spencer Iowa. Bronson and his brother Karl moved to Spencer 23 years ago and started the Spencer Herald later selling his stake and entering the milling business.
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