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The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
nchcIs Adynncing on oiinngn.


Preside, Texas. December To-
Whether tho Mexican Federal army
under General Salvador Mercado, num-
bering 1000 soldiers. now on tho
United states border. will make u stand
at OJnaGa against the rebels advanc-
ing TO that point. or whether they Will
continue their retreat into the State
of Nuevo Leon, Is at present the most
absorbing question in tho revolution
AIRY movement in Northern Mexico
Practically the entire strength OF
the Federal army, reduced by it's flight
from chihuahua and by tho apathy of
many OF its soldiers, is crowded into
tho little village opposite Presidio. 1t
was to this point they fled in the hope
OF obtaining money and provisions.
Toward them is marching rebel army
OF about equal strength, with tho
avowed purpose of surrounding tho
town and bringing to a test whether
any Fedcrals are to remain In tho
north.
The rebel reports were that General
Francisco villa was directing the
movement and the rebels were adj
Vancing in two columns. but probably
would not reach Ojinaga in force for a
week. Even should the Federals de-
eide to retreat, information from rebel
sources said. they could not get away
without a fight. for the rebels under
Genearl Herrera. who pursued tho
refugees from chihuahua, were within
striking distance OF the town.
Federal May Make Stand.
Indications in OJinaga were that tho
Federals would make n stand. Trenches
were dug, guns were mounted on tho
hills and provisions were carried across
the river General Mercado. Orozco and
Salazar We're particularly active in dB-
rectnS the fortiiicat!on, after COM
munication had been opened with Mca-
leo City.
For some reason. the civilian refugees
who accompanied the army frorn Chi.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
PRESIDENT WITHOUT VOICE
Iias.Iiest L. l.Gz,...S.s~

Cancels Address Over Telephone to
Hochester Chamber OF Commerce.
Washington, December l0-Presi-
dent Wilson'S cold still Is troubling
him; He found that it had so weak
ened his voice that he had to cancel
his address over the telephone to-
night to n banquet of the Chamber OF
Commerce. of Rochester, \. Y. Vice
place.
Tha President sent the following
telegram to the Rochester diners
Il not only deeply regret but am
greatly chaerined to find myself ut
teriy without voice this evening be-
cause OF savage cold against which
have been fighting for several days
nursed my voice all day. but was
obliged TO use it at q meeting of the
Ked cross, and there finished it COM
pletely l send you my deep regrets
and my humble apologies"
The Presidents difficulty in speak
ing was apparent at the meeting of
the Red Cross. his voice hardly carry
ing to the corners of the small room.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11

Mexico City. December 1O.-Tenta-
tive efforts were made to-day by the
conservative element In tho Mexican
government to induce Provisional
President Huerta to ascertain if Cen
cral Nenustiano Carranza would be
willing to cease fighting for the pur-
pose of holding an election. Mt which
the Constitutionalist leader would be-
candidate for the presidency of the
republic, or would name his choice for
that office.
1t Is assumed In political circles that
General Carranza would have as op-
position in the presidential race candi-
dates named by the Catholics and other
political parties.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
TO STOP 4
FIGHTING PENDING
NEW ELECTIONS
Huerta May Seek to Ar
range Armistice With
Carranza.
EFFORTS MADE
TO PERSUADE HIM
Constitutionalist Leader Either
Would Be Candidate for Presi-
dency or Name His Choice.
Rebels Are Advancing on
Ojinaga, Where Federals I
May Make Stand.
Attack on Iampico
is Begun by Rebels

Especial to The Timcs-Dispntch.I
Mexico City, Deccmber iO.-It fs
officially stated TINT the rebels bc-
gun their nttnck TampicO this
morning, and that fighting has con-
tinued all day. 1t wns stnted unom-
ciniiy In the afternoon that the
rebels Ind been repulsed, but no
dispatch to this effect was produced.
1t is reported that all the Ameri-
can battleships, except three Mt Vera
Cruz, have been rushed to Tnmpico.
The War Department. states to-
night TINT nli rebel attacks on Tam
picO 80 fnr have been repuIsed, md
nddS TINT General Arznmendi, with
500 men, who have been ut Cerritos.
I'm San Luis Potosi, succeeded In
entering TampicO before daylight
this morning, thus greatly strength
eninE the garrison.
Minister of War Banquet says
TOrrcon has not yet been retnIken
by the Fcder,tls, hut that General
Veinaco's army Is within four kil0-
metres of the city.
bridges were burned by the rebels
mt Morales and Snlinn, on the M
tiOnnl hallway lines north of Mon
terey to-day.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
DEERING DIES IN MIAMI

Body of Pioneer Harvester Machinery
Buildcr Taken to Evanston.
Miami. Fla. December 1O-The body
of William Deering, pioneer harvester
machinery manufacturer who died
here last night, was taken to Evan
ston- ILL.,. to-day Funeral services
VIII be held there Saturday or Sunday
Mr. Deering was brought to Miami
six weeks ago In a helpless condition,
and was taken to his country home
He never rallied. Death was caused
by paralysis.
Mr.. Deerings name stands at the
forefront In the development of har-
resting machinery. He staked his for
tune thirty years ago on the automatic
binder device for wheat harvesters. Its
success revolutionized the method of
harvesting the crop
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
DEATH TAKES HER FlANCE
Young Woman Hears News nv She Il
AhdrcSSinG Wedding Invitations.

NshcNiIIc, \. c, December lO-While
addressing invitations to her wedding.
which was To have been solemnized
here on the night of December 30. Miss
received n telegram bearing the news
of the death OF Lane Davis of Oak
Park. Ala. &c whom she was engaged.
Miss Williamson had just returned
homo from a card party, which had
been given in her honor. and which
was the first Of n series of prenuptial
events arranged for her 4 message
from Oak Park indicates that at the
hour Mr.. Davis was dying as the result
OF injuries sustained in motor car
accident this morning. his fiancee was
attending the last OF a series OF Show
ers" given in honor Of her marriage.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
ROOT GETS PEACE PRIZE
Nobel Award OF 100000 Goes TO New
York

Nobel Award OF 100000 Goes to New
York Senator.
Especial Cable TO The Times Dispatch
Christiania. December 1O-Elihu
Root was to-day awarded the Nobel
peace prize OF $4,000 by the Norwegian
committee, in recognition of his ef-
forts in behalf Of world peace. No
prize having been awarded last year,
recipient being Henry i.aFontaine.
president of the permanent nterna-
tional peace bureau at Berne
King GustavuS tonight distributed
the other Nobel prizes rs follows:
physics, Professor Onncs; chemistry
Professor Werner; poetry, Rabin-
dranath Tagore, OF Bengal; medicine.
Professor Richet
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
PROMOUNCEMENT is ASKED
Sherley Wants to Know Administra-
tiOm'N Policy In Cnnnl Zonc.
[Special DO The TimesDisnatch.l

Washington, December ia pro-
nouncement OF the administrations s
policy OF permanent government in tho
Panama Canal Zone was to-day asked
by Representative Swqgcr Sherley,
of Kentucky, ranking member of tho
Representative Sherley has just re-
turned from n trip to the Isthmus lie
told the President that the disagree
ment between Governor Metcalfe and
ernmcnt to be adopted in Panama was
embarrassing residents there. who
wished to know definitely the adminis-
tration's intentions President Wilson
promised to take the matter up ut an
early date.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
NO SIGN OF SHIP IN DISTRESS
Mistaken Signals of Steamer for Pilot
Led fO Renorf

W'imington y. c.. December TO-
Mistaken signals of the German steam
er MecklcnburE for a pilot probably
led 10 the wireless reports last night
OF an unknown steamer ashore on
Frying Pan shoals.
The Mecklenbcrg was anchored dur
ing the night eff Frying Pan in
forty live fathoms OF water. and
was signalling Internationally for
pilot 10 take the ship over
the bar into Southport, being bound
here. II is supposed that the signals
were misconstrucd by some passing
ship equipped with wireless. hence the
erroneous report. The cutter Seminole
returned late to-day and reported there
was nc sign OF any ship In distress off
the coast.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
SPEED DEBATE ON BILL
Democrats Want Vote on Currency in
senate by Next Wednesday.

vote on the currency bill in the SEN
ate next "Wednesday, December II. was
the goal toward which Democratic
leaders to-day bent their efforts. 1t
was believed all speeches could be con-
ciuded early next week and that with
In a few days an agreement can be
made for Il vote.
Partisan squabbles and sharp mas
saSes between Republican and Demo
cratic leaders marked the resumption
81 The debate to-day. Senator Nelson.
republican, continued his attack on
the administration bill.
Senator Crawford. Republican, who
signed the Hitchcock report from the
banking Committee. said he would
vote for the currency bill as the SEN
ate completed 1t. Either draft. he be-
!eNed. would be an Improvement over
the present system
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
ALMA GLUCK IN NEW YORK
Pc:tte Primn 3onnn Denies She IL
soon To He Married.
Especial TO The Times-Dispatch.l

Especial to The rimes-Dispatch
New York, December 10.-Alma
Gluck, petite and beautiful Young.
priina donna. returned to this country
to-day on the Kaiser Wilhelm II. and
denied that her friendship with Efrem
Iimbalist. the Russian violinist is to
culmnatc shortly in marriage
do YOU expect 10 be married this
year" Nine. Gluck was asked before
she went To the country to spend the
evening with friends
No, not this year" she replied, smil-
ingly. but next year | expect to be
married ten timcs-on the stage how
ever"
The songstress referred to the opera
Romeo and Juliet" in which next
year she expects to sing the part of
juliet in several special performances
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
DEREL|cT SIGHTED AT SEA
Considered Unlikely That Crew OF the
EaIGOnar Reached Land.
tSpeciai 10 The Times Dispatch.l

San Francisco. December 1O.-Dis-
masted and deserted. the British ship
Dalgonar. from Callao for Taltai,
Chile. was sighted October IS, about
1900 miles west of the coast of Chile,
by the French barquc Marie. Captain
Noricet. which arrived here to-day
from Liverpool
The Dalgonar probably carried
thirty men. Two OF her small boats
were missing The cargo had shifted
and she was lying almost on her beam
ends.
Captain Noricet thinks it unlikely
the crew of the Dalgonar reached land,
unless picked up. The derelict ap-
cane.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
SMITH TO SUCCEED BROWN
New President OF New York Central
and Hudson River Railroad.
SpeciaI 10 The Times -DisDatch.

.TSpecia! 20 The Times s-Dispatch.1
New York. December 10.-Alfred H.
Smith. senior vice president of the
New York Central Lines. to-day was
elected president Of the New York
Central and Hudson River Railroad
70 succeed William 6. Brown. Mr.
Smith VIII assume charge Of the sys-
ten January !, 1914. when the rcsigna-
ton OF President Brown takes effect
By virtue OF the New York Centrars
control Of the Lake Shore and Mich
igan southern Railroad. Mr.. Smith Will
also become head OF that road.
The wiy-clccted president has
been connected with the New York
Central lines fer more than II score
OF years. during which time he worked
his way from bridge foreman to head
OF tn" system. He was elected vice.
president and general mailleer in 1903
since which time he has been actively
service
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
$4,000 CHECK FOR NOVEL
New York Woman Wins First Prize I'm
Literary Contest.

Especial to The Times Dispatch
New York. December lO-A check
for $4,000. in payment for a novel she
wrote in six weeks. was received to-
day from Il Chicago publisher by Miss
Carrie Leona DaIrymple daughter OF
Asscmblymau Elect George H. Dali
rympie. OF Passaic. The book, Diane
OF tho Green VAN won first prize in
IL literary contest that closed Au-
gust 81.
Miss Dalrymple wrote another novel
"A Peck o-Mant.' which the Same firm
has contracted to publish.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
NOT IN SOCIAL REGISTER
Name of Miss Helen Woodrow Bones
Is left Out.

Washington, December 10.-Miss
Helen Woodrow Bones. cousin OF the
President. who Is member OF the
Presidents household at tho White
House, Is loft out OF this years Wash
iIhgton social register which appeared
day.
The names OF President and Mrs.
Wilson and the Misses Margaret and
Eleanor Wilson arc Included and Mrs.
Wilson'S secretary. Miss Bella Hagner.
is also to be found there,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
MISS SCHENCK is DYING
When Told End Is Nenr Bcgs That
Father he Sent For.
Especial to The Times-

Especial to The Times Dispatch.
New York, December lO.-Miss Flor
ence Schenck is dying. following an
operation at a private hospital. When
told she would die she begged that her
father be sent for.
Miss Schenck and her father DR.
Powhatan l.. Schenck United states
Army surgeon, stationed at Norfolk.
Va, have been alicnated since she sued
Charles II. Wilson. Alfred G.. Wander
bits horse trainer, for breach OF
promise.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
REPORT VERY INTERESTING
Hcrrcck Hears Tint Coudert IL An
pOInfcd to Succeed Him

Especial Cable to The Times Dispatch.
Paris. December 10.--When Ambas-
sador Myron r. ITerrlck was informed
tonight of tho report from New York
that Frederic Coudert had been an
pointed to succeed him as ambassador,
he said:
This Is tho first 7 have heard of
the nomination. Washington has not
informed me of the selection OF my
successor. However,, I consider the
report very interesting"
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
TO EXPOSE ABSENTEEISM
Attendance OF Senator's to Be Noted In
Congressional Record.

Washington. December 10-Absen-
tecism in the Senate hereafter will be
exposed in the Congressional Record,
under ii ruling to-day by Vice Presi-
dent Marshall When a Senator is lato
for session the fact will be noted
In the record. and if he plays hockey"
when the roll is called he must get
into the chamber before the Vice
President announces the vote, or note
will be taken OF his absence.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
GREAT CHRISTMAS EDITION

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il re Il oyearag ~
yard
the
ONfN"'N"'
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
Omcinl. 10 Not Unders,nnJ

washington, December l0.--As Cow
sons announced policy has been to
effect economy in Philippine admins
tration by reduction of salaries in cx-
cess OF $4,000. but not below that fig
urc. officials here do not understand
how SO great q reduction as $4,000, 900
can be accomplished unless estimates
arc cut. During last year the total
amount OF salaries was t7.35O,OOO. the
average American salary being SLIPS
and the average Filipino salary S453
IT has been Governor lGarrison's cX-
pectaticn to reduce the salary aggrc-
gate hy combinations and reductions in
the governmental bureaus. II is be-
licved here that If tho reduction of
S2,O0O.OO0 is brought about IL will be
necessary TO suspend some of the ac-
tiH:tics on public works.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-12-11
REDUCED BY 100000
DlE Economics In Philippine Govern
ment EXnenIltmrch Eifecfel.

ment Expenditures Effected.
Manila. December 10.-Many officials
OF tho Philippine government threat :
encd to-day to hand in their resigna :
tions In consequence of the passage by
the Assembly of an appropriation bill
by which economies amounting to
S2OOO.oO0 in the governments expcn-
diturcs arc affected, chiefly by the re-
duction of salaries.
1t is expected the Philippine Com
mission Will modify the measure.
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The Washington times., 1913-03-14
Joe Gedeon Has sAbscess in Nose
Which Will Be Operated
Upon at U. Va. Hospital.
GANDIL AND JOHNSON ILL
Many of the Griffmen Suffer
From Colds, and Hope for
Warm Weather.
By SENATOR"

CHARLOTTESVILLE Va, March IA.
Joe Gedeon, the crack young infielder
from San Francisco, is believed to be
suffering from an abscess in his nasal
passages, and he may undergo an ope-
ration for this at the Virginia Univer-
sity Hospital. whittier he was taken
last night when his case seemed TO be
taking turn for the worse.
Dr. F1ippin. of the hospital, was sum-
moned by Mique Martin last night TO
diagnose the trouble that was causing
Gedeon to suffer constantly from head
aches. The physician decided that it
was an abscess, and Immediately or
dered the yonngster to the hospital.
THE doctor says that Gedeon's case
is not a bit serious, but he may be in
the hospital for a couple of days, just
the same" says Mique Martin. The
abscess is believed to have started from
a heavy cold, as the boy has been
choked up ever since arriving here.
However, he'll be all right, and out
there on that ball field before another
week goes by
Chick Gandil is another invalid. The
pig nrSl OdSeIDaE is suffering from DIS
ancient enemy, lumbago. and will go
to Washington tomorrow night for a
consultation with the club physician.
The damp weather here is the reason
for most of the physical troubles among
the players. and they will not disappe lr
until the warm days arrive
Gandil remained in bed all day yes
terday being unable to get up Today
he was some better, and expects 10
have little bother in going to the
Capital
The camp is filled with minor ills.
"Rippy" Williams has a slightly lame
shoulder. which is neatly plastered Mel.
Gailia has an infiamed ankle, the re-
suit of a fall on Lambeth Field. Walter
Johnson's cold is still weighing him
down and making the daily practice a
torture
Today the gloomy weather continued,
ruffling the spirits of the players as
only bad weather can. Lambeth Field
10 a morass and Fayerweaiher gym
nasium was the scene of the daily
( workout, the rockies taking ii in the
morning and the regulars in the after
noon.
The Washington times., 1913-03-14

from Oakland. winning out bv a bat
ting rally in the last two rounds.
HOT SPRINGS. Ark, March H.-WitS
only an hours practice yesterday and
no game the Red Sox went out to Ma
jestic Park early today, in anticipation
of hot champion Yannisan battle for
this afternoon. Thus early, Iris SPEAK
er who refused to talk last Year. pre-
diets another pennant: Wen just
breeze through" he said. We're a lot
stronger than last season."
SOUTHERN PINES, n. G.. March IL.
Despite a big night in the camp in
which the Yannigans celebrated their
third virtual victory over the Phillies
regulars by playing them 10 a tie yes
terday afternoon Boss Dooin haG every
player going gingerly at practice early
today. Charlie says the boys have just
struck their gait.
TAMPA, Fla. March 4.-Thc Cubs
are short of shortstops today as the re-
suit of an injury TO Young Bergham-
mer yesterday Bridwell is laid up with
a sprained side. and Corridor, VINO has
been covering short for the Yahnigans.
objects to transfer to the Veterans.
Maps meet the Toledo MudEcns here to-
day for the first of series of games.
In yesterdays contest the Nap regu-
lars trimmed the Yannigans.
GCLFPORT, Miss, March I-Tiger
regulars and recruits were scheduled to
mix in a seven-inning game this after
noon, 1.-The weather permitting. For the
past two days rain and dampness have
prevented fielding practice.
MARLIN, Tex, March 4-Jim
Thorpe's are forgotten today long
enough to make note of the fact that
Rule Marquard is signed and tells
Manager McGraw that he will be here
on March y. The ''Rube'' wrote one of
his team mates some time ago that he
would be with the team at that date.
WACO, Tex. March H-Derrill Pratt
will attempt to show President Hedges
again today that ne has lost none Of
his batting ability. The BirminGnam
lad drove out two safeties in y-ster-
days game. which was an exhibition
affair for the ST. Louis Browns presi-
dent
Schwenk. Snyder and Stone pit hing
likely material today, and may be held
by Manager Stovall. The axe Is ex-
pected 10 swing some time early next
week. when Stovall will start cutting
down his squad.
HAMILTON, bermuda, March Ia
While the Highlanders and the Jersey
City team Of the International League
are having series of games here.
The Washington times., 1913-03-14
|DASKET TDALL SEASON
CLOSED At HILLTOP
Georgetown Takes Final Game
From BuckneII By Rally in
Final Fifteen Minutes.

Ged etown University's basketbaII
season 10 completed. A victory over
Bucknell. which did not look possible
until ths last fifteen minutes Of play.
marks the closing game Of the Hilltop
quint for the present season Score.
"a to q.
In its final battle Georgetown played
Q game that has been characteristic Of
that Quint this year. For az much a.
half of the period It trailed along in
the rear. and toward the end showed
that ability to pull together for VIC
tory: II the games PLAYED this season
this very procedure has been the case
more often than otherwise. Waldron,
at center. and Campbell and Kelly. at
ofrwards. showed the best form last
night. The former was responsible for
six field goals and one goal from foul
and substitution between center and
forwards. showed the best form last
half. lineup and summary:
Georgetown. Bucknell.
Campbell, #. PriescoIl. RI.
Kelly, H. Fetter II
Waldron. C. Jordan, c.
Wetzel, re-. Zeiiuer, lg
Foley. le. Schafner, lg.
substitutes-Campbe Tor waldron.
Waldron for Campbell, Gednaie. for
PriescolL Burlington for Zehner. Field
goals-CampbelI go, Kelly. Waldron 90,
Wetzel t3). Foley. Fetter tD, PriescoI1.
Jordan tD. schaenner Goals from fouls
,zshner 60. BuTinston, Campbell.
Timer-Mr. Stearns. Times Of halves-S
minutes
The Washington times., 1913-03-14

HAMILTON, bermuda, March Ia
While the Highlanders and the Jersey
City team Of the International League
are having a series of games here.
The Washington times., 1913-03-14
Snappy Bits of News
and Baseball Gossip
From Training Camps

. ATHENS. Ga, March l4.-Pitcher
George Tyler is the last addition to the
Boston Braves having come to terms
with Owner Gaffney for an increase of
$500 over his last years contract. Rain
may again call off practice today, and
the team is likely to spend the after
noon in the hotel.
MOBILE, Ala, March H-Marsons.
the Cuban, has failed to report TO the
Reds, and Joe Tinker is at his wits
end to know what has become of him.
Little work can be done here on account
of wet weather.
Tinker is frettin" over the fact that
time has been lost in conditioning the
team. and that unless there is de-
cided change in the weather the team
will be seriously handicapped.
WACO. Tex, March 1.-THE Athletics
are expecting TO take another flyer at
!. the Waco team today. weather permit
ting. At least one of the veterans is
likely to be in the box for awhile.
Plank took up the running in yester-
days contest for couple of innings,
and Bender or Coombs is likely TO go
in today.
The Athletics managed TO dispose Of
the Waco team by 8 to ,. although the
Texas Leaguers got their runs across
on cleverly working the squeeze play
No Ill effects are felt by any OF the
players from the train wreck expert
epced before coming here.
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal. March IA
The white Sosi have new pitcher who
is expected 10 be a winner. Frank NIL
Ter is the newcome's name, and he was
signed by Manager Callahan, who OBJ
tained him froS the San Francisco
team. The Sox took nine-inning game