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The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
CONDITIONS
CRITICAL At
MEXICO CITY
FEDERALS ATTACKED ONLY
SHORT DISTANCE AWAY
FOREIGNERS ARE PREPARING
For a Tumultuous Revolt in
the Mexican Capitol
tBy Associated Press J

Vera Cruz, May l5 Reliable
private reports here say that the
MoNican federals have been attacked
at Topilcjo, few miles south Of
Mexico City This is regarded as i'm
portant 1t is believed that Ilucrta
will be forced to strengthen his
south line at the expense Of his
northern defense or those toward
Vera Cruz Reports Indicate that a
critical moment at the capital is
nearing Forcigners there expect a
tumultous revolt soon British, Ger
mans and Austrians are concentrate
ing at their legations. They have a
defensive organization and plenty OF
arms and ammunition lIuerta or
dercd General Nelasco away from
the city to the goNcrnorShip OF san
l.uispososi. There have been rumors
that Nclasco was in the plot against
Iluerta.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

|olumbia, S. c., May 15.-The
'oefatic State convention met
'olay and it is probable that
proposed amendments to the
ol the Democratic party in
carolina, throwing restrie-
around the use of the ballot in
urinary, will be adopted. Gov
made a strong fight at the
1 .oa Of delegates to gain control
4 meeting, but was overwhelm-
Il .eated He had hoped tc
me adoption of the new
aase they will have the ef'
alstranchising many of his
',s among the cotton mil.
ana tenant farmers, anC
Iay possibly embarrass him il
's Lor the United States Sen
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
COMMERCIAL TRAVEL
Frs CONVENTION

Chicago, May l5.-The annual
grand council meeting of the United
Commercial Travellers of Illinois be-
gan today a three days meeting.
Thousands of women have attended
the council with their travelling"
husbands, and every effort has been
made by the Northwestern Council
to provide entertainment for them.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
|WlSS NATIONAL EXHIBITION

ferne, Switzerland, May 15. An
loltlon, limited to national pro-
rs only, was opened here today,
Will continue until Oct. Is. The
OF the exhibition is an elevated
'eau to the northwest of this city,
tne borders of the Bremgarten
est An electric railway circu-
over the whole of the exhibit
grounds, which are divided into
e nelds, the Neufeld. Among the
leFouS important exhibits are ar
ecIure and decorative art, textile
ustry, watches, paper industry
sFaphic art, chemical products,
MS OF transportation and ma
fery
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
MERCHANTS ASK
BETTER TERMINALS

New York, May 15-Thcre is now
pending before the interstate com
mcrcc commission an appeal for b";-
ter terminal facilities a, the various
railroads and steamships lines enter
ing this city. The appeal is made in
behalf of the merchants, and the
principal argument is that improved
terminal facilities will permit the
efficient use of motor trucks on a
large scale and materially reduce
transportation costs. In the report
of the state Legislature commission,
which some time ago investigated
the high cost of food products here,
emphasis was laid upon the economic
waste in the prevailing methods OF
handling these goods between the
railroad and steamship terminals
and the retailer The report referred
specifically to the probabilities OF
Improvement through an extensive
use of motor trucks when terminaI
facilities were provided which would
Flavor the use of these modern trans
port vehicles.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
RAIN |NTERFEREO
WITH BALL GAME

Jupiter Pluvius was the little fell
Ter that prevented three hundred
fans from seeing a good game of ball
yesterday afternoon, between the
local boys and team from Zephyr
hills. Promptly at $3.50 Lakeland
took the field and in the first inning
retired Zephyrhills one, two, three.
Lakeland came to bat with one OF
the best teams she has had lined up
in long time. Branch started the
procession with a base on balls. s..
MeharS bunted safe, advancing
Branch After five minute wait
here on account of the downpour,
Spivcy popped fly to second for an
out. Sawyer drove a fast one at the
pitcher and at earromed off his shins
rolling between short and third :.
| With the bases full, Garlet hit a
| long fly into deep center which was
muffed and Branch scored. b. Me
harg hit to third Smith got a clean
single and Sawyer scored, Garlet
came home on a Wild throw by the
pitcher about five feet over the
catchers head and the next ball
went in the same place, giving s.
Meharg the chance to score. Jones
| famed Four runs.
The rain started to come down IN
torrents in the middle Of the SccOnC
inning and after waiting about ar
hour the game was called off
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
JAPANESE SHIPS ERPECTED

San Diego, Cal. May 15.-The
arrival OF the Japanese armored
cruisers Asama and Adzuma is en-
pectcd today or tomorrow, The YES
Snls will remain three days before
steaming to Mexican waters to re-
lieyc the armored cruiser Idzuma.
Rear Admiral Kuroi is the flag of
licer of the two ships, which carry
about 200 candidates for the bill
! let of sub-licutenants in the naval
service of the empire
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
Yachting Season Opens

Philadelphia, Pa, May l5.-The
Yachtsmens Club of Philadelphia
started a race to Overfalls lightship
today, and will return sometime to-
A fair sized fleet has start
ed, for this is the tryout for the Ber-
muda races, and will also give a line
on the Corinthian Club race.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
ACCIDENTS
TAKE IS AS
THEIR TOLL
EXPLOSION AT DETROIT KILLED
TEN
Two Aviators Killed in England; !;
Three Autoists Dead at
Wardsville, Ills.
lRY Associated Press. J

Detroit, Mich, May 10. Ten
men were killed and three injured
in the explosion at the rubber com
panys plant today Three CT the in
iured are expected to die. All are
skilled mechanics it is believed the
explosion was due to gasoline.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
NEW FORESTRY SCHOOL

Ithaca, n. Y. May 10 The new
forestry building of the College Of
Agriculture was formally dedicated
this morning. Dean Liberty Hyde
Bailey, formerly director of this
branch of the institution delivered
the dedicatory address At the ex-
erciscs this evening, addresses will
be delivered by Henry 5. Graves.
chief Of the United States Forestry
Service. and Clifford Pinchot, who
formerly held that position Repre-
sentatives from nearly all big fores-
try schools in the United States are
here.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
METHOD|STS PLAN
FOR NEW SCHOOL
(Bv Associated Press. }

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma May 10
The Methodist conference today
heard the report of the committee
on Vanderbilt University. They "ec-
commended that the Methodist rights
in the university be turned back to
eight annual conferences which
decided the property to the ,niver-
sity and recommended the .aYing Of
foundations for a new theological
school and university.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
BALL iV- CRUZ SOLDIERS

New York. May l5---Soele'S wv, WI,
,ra eJ r. first opportunity to dance
so. nav natriotic purposes this evening n.
'.hen ros an army and navy ball wall os e
,,ron y r in the Hotel BiItmoFe ior ...,. Inv
sanoft s.,I,f Of the Army Relief So.,e.E .,.s
ond ops the nayy's similar orsanlza''1n, ,so
Tbase TIl9 organizations care lot a5 'n5
raads ., Of families Of soldiers ang ang
soilors when misfortune comes ,,.4,l oHI
tba fund raised by this dan.s.a,' ne. ..n,- -.
ba t,, directed especially to aia 'as ,so,r 'a.''
1ias Of those who have Ios' r-.- 49,
itr@s @ in the fighting at Vera .,l.... ~'..,, .rs
,,,,,os ,,,,s Of prominent army officers ,..,, .5e
orong the patronases, VINO '.',,.,,,. ,,nar,r
,[nl amo"5 charles F. Roe, Mrs. Leonard mar
Mrs.. MRS. Mr. Mrs.. S. A. S sullivan, 4Ts. ]s.
y " 'JI, JtIigr.toa Brrser and Mrs ''"-
widdla.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
(By Associated Press

Memphis, May 10, Child health
conservation was discussed at the
closing session of the National Con
ference Charities Corrections today.
Several sectional meetings will be
held
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15

North Allcrton England, May -.
Two more military aviators were
killed today trying to land in fog
They were flying with the aeroplanc
squadron from Scotland to Salisbury
Plane
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
SHRINERS ARE
DOING SAVANNAH
(By Associated Press. J

savannah, May 15-The Imperial
Council Of Shriners arrived from At
lanta and were taken over the auto
race course and later paraded. The
conclave closed with a trip to Tybee
island this afternoon
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
MED|A10RS
| NOT TO MEET
UNTIL MAY 20
HIS HUERTA'S REPRESENTA-
TIVES NOT RUSHED
kombers 0 the Cabinet Are Conf
dent That Mediation Will
Succeed

ws.lington, May Opening Of
ottaricns by the South American
el,ators in the MeNicln con,ro-
prsv <iasafa Fa'.>, ana lh has
fen postponed urtil "Wednesday,
lax ~, the state department an
cgoged today. 1t was originally
RhedpIei to begin Monday but The
elay was arranged on the request
tbp brazilian ambassador, Dag
Ioo IN order that Huertas repre-
bntatives would not be unduly hur-
| |ed They will reach here in the af-
brnoon tomorrow and will be given
\ onpoltunity to familiarize them
blyes with the situation before en-
BRING formal negotiations. Am
bssador Dagama and other mediat-
+ have decided to postpone thell
kparture until next week.
CBy Associated Press.)
Washington, May II The tive
buth American mediators are OF
heir way to Niagara Falls, Canada
prepare for Wednesdays confer
bce. The other leaves today Inter
in the Mexican situation toda!
Entered on the rebels administra
pn Of Tampico, their plans for cam
kien against Saltillo and San Luz
btosi. Admiral Mayo reported tina
ebel General Gonzalez at Tamplc'
omises to protect Americans AM
BIER foreign property there, includ
& the oil interests. Huerta's repre-
htatiyes today are speeding north
bird from Key West, where the
rived last night. They will reacI
kre Saturday. Senior Rodriguez, tn
Rrty's spokesman, said they hay
ll power and carry no formula
ley will arrive here tomorrow
Order is being rapidly gained a
lmpco The administration is stiI
hitting news of Vice Consul Sill
Rn Of Saltillo and Private Samut
rks who was reported killed i
Mexican lines.
All confidence that mediatio
luld succeed was expressed by tn
lmbers Of the presidents cabint
fer today's meeting. One membe
d The possibility of war was raj
diminishing. The cabinet dl
discuss the shipment of arm
ammunition from other countrit
o Iampico, Members said they di
think the United States conten
lted interference There were I
Rl Developments at the cabln'
citing
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
(By Associated Press.) }

Nashville, May 15.-The South
ern Baptist convention was asked for
another years time by the committee
appointed to outline the plan for
an education board.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15

When you go to vote on primary
election day take your poll tax re-
ceipt with you, so that in case any
mistake has been made by the officers
you will not be deprived OF your
vnfa
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
RATE DECISION IS
EXPECTED TODAY

Washington, May 15.-It is ex-
pected today that the interstate COM
merce commission will hand down a
decision late this afternoon on the
rate increase fight.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
Comments on the Game

1t seemed a shame TO miss a good
game but we needed the rain more
than the game,
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15

Tt was a mighty good car that
could get through the clay and mud
around that first base line.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
(By Associated Press. J

st Louis, May l5-Three persons
were killed this morning in an auto
mobile accident near WardsvlIle,
III. The machine was struck by a
train.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
RESERVE BOARD
SEEMS NOT A
POPULAR JOB
HARRY A. WHEELER TURNS
DOWN OFFER
Cannot Accept Membership on Ac-
count of Conflicting With His
Business
CIV Associated Press. !

Washiuston, May - Harry A.
Wheeler, Of chicago, vice president
of the continental Trust CO.. has
declined membership on the federal
reserve board President Wilson re-
reivcd a letter saying that he de-
clincd because he could not sever his
business connections
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15
'CHILDREN'S DAY TO BE
OBSERVED BY MYRTLE
STREET METH0DISTS

Childrcn's Day exercises will be
held at Myrtle St church, Sunday
evening, May II, 1911. at 7;3O
o clock
Program
Song Congregation
Prayer Pastor.
Song Sing Away, school
A Welcome Theron Marshall
Recitation I'hildren's Carols, Mae
Blair.
Recitation Il M But Il Very Little
Child Eloisc and Grace dickson and
Dorothy Funk
Responsive reading.
A Floral Cross Twelve little
girls.
The Offering Six little girls.
Recitation The Kings Questions,
Mamie Funk.
Recitation Children's Day, Fan
ME Fearrand
Song The children Are Singing
for JOY Today, school.
RecitatiOn--Inez Freeman.
ecitation--Freddie Freeman.
Recitation-The Children's CRU
sade, Fannie Pope.
Song Congregation
The Call of Children's Day-Allie
Blair.
What Would You do?-Grace
lHickson and Jennie Funk.
A Daisy Wreath-SiX little girls
The Strangest Thing-Hula Latz.
The Mothers Opportunity-Leona
Lane.
! When We grow Big May Mouse
4 Cannot See the Power Sarah
Funk
Recitation Marian Williams.
/ Song Loving and Giving, school
The public is cordially invited.
W. II STElNMEYER,
Pastor.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15

Wanter-One new straw hat by
Claire Henley c. GREEN.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15

The tarpon season has opened in
st Petersburg and fishermen are
busy trying their luck.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15

Tomatoes, squash and cucumbers
are now being shipped from Gambler
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-05-15

Childrcns Day exercises will be
held at Myrtle st. church, Sunday
evening, May H. 1914, at $50
o. clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
WHOLESALE PRICES
 CONTINUE STEADY
No Rise in Wheat and Grain Qu0tations-Meat De-
 mand Is Slack

Prices on most commodities sold on Morris avenue are unchanged. Despite the heavy export demand for wheat and other cereal products now being felt In many parts of the country flour and grain quotations in Birmingham have not been affected to any appreciablc extent Local grain prices are firm, however, with no indication of further reductions in the near future
 Although wholesale meat prices are quite firm. the demand for fresh meats in Birmingham is said to be somewhat slack at the present time. and the percentage of sales has been material ly reduced as compared with a like period of some former years. Dealers are somewhat puzzled as to how to full ly account for this condition. Some at tribute slackness in the demand for meat to the high temperature prevail ing at this season; but all express more or less confidence in future trade ac- tivity and increasing demands in all lines.
 Prices as a rule arc unchanged on Morris avenue, and the volume of sales averages fairly large
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23

London, October as.-1I:2o p. m.)-The secretary of the admiralty tonight issust the following statement of tho operations of the British warships in cooperation with the allied army on the Belgian coast:
 "on October IS requests for naval as sistance were made to the admiralty by the allied commanders and . naval fio- tilla came into action at daybreak on the 18th ofr the Belgian coast, firing against the right of the German attack. which they were by their position able to en- filade
 The Germans replied by shells from their heavy guns. but owing to the su- perfor range of the British snarine ar tillery little damage has been done.
 The monitors, which were being built in British ports for Brazil and were ac- ouired on the outbreak of the war. have proved particularly we'll suited to this
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
ANNISTON

Annisten. October a3.--tnpsdal) ] Tax Commissioners Char4ea D. Martin stated today that che people in this county are coming up every day and paying taxes on their soavsnt crsdits without protest. \ committee appeared before tho board of county commis ssion- ers several months ago and requested them to hold up the collection of this tax until after the next lsKislaturs meets. arguing that the law would then be repealed. No action was taken by the commissioners.
 Chancellor W. W. whitesides today rendered Q decree in the case of the minority stockholders who are seekinx dissolution of the Anniston City Land company, million-dollar corporation. The decree sustains the demurrsrs of tho respondents to the plaintiffs bill.
 Much interest has been aroused in athletics by the instruction of Profes- sor McGes. professional prysicai oul- turist, who has . large class of busi- ness men hero taking his course and plan is now under way to organize an athletic club. A suitable building will be secured and the necessary equipment purchased as soon as the preliminary arrangementsl have been completed.
 IL IS rumored that several members 'of the city council are opposed to the heavy fines being imposed in the re- corder's court and may begin pro- ceedings to reform that department of the city government. The fines and for feitures in the police court last Mon- day amounted to over s900
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
HOW BRITISH FLEET IS
 AIDING ALLIES ATTACK

class Of operations. A heavy lombard ment on the German flank has been main- tained without intermission since the morning of the 18th. and is being con tinued today
 observation is arranged from shore by means of naval balloons and all re- ports indicate that substantial losses have leen inflicted on the enemy and that the fire is we'll directed and effective against the batteries and heavy guns.
 Yesterday & considerable explosion. probably of an ammunition wagon. fol- lowed upon naval shot The naval losses so far have been small, considering the damage and the important assistance rem dered to the Belgian left flank.
 "All reports received by the admiralty show the courage and determination with which the Belgian army, animated by the King in person, is defending the last few miles of Belgian soil.
 'rhe naval operations are under the command of Rear Admiral the Hon. Hor- acc L. A. Hood"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
LULU L|NEXPORTS CAUSES WHEAT SAG Corn Shows an Advance, Due to Reports of Bull
 Campaign

Chicago, October 22.-wheat sagged today, influenced by a lull in export demand, and chased unsettled E a 7sc under last night. Corn finished lx@ Ao off to lsc up; oats Ac down. and pro- visions at an advance of 5@s5c.
 Notwithstanding that wheat in tho beginning showed a tendency to rise. sentiment quickly changed. It was ap- parent that the urgency of European buyers had been lessened to ma terial extent. On the decline exporters here took 50o.oo0 bushels. A moderate rally followed but the effect was not lasting.
 Assertions that prominent specula- tors had started a bull campaign in corn made that cereal cut loose from sympathy with the weakness of wheat. Husking returns continued unfavora- b1e.
 Hedging sales formed weight on the oats market. 4
 Higher prices for hoss caused pro visions to bulge.
 Future quotations were. as follcws:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
GOTHAM POLICEMEN
 ARRESTED FOR SPIES

Paris. October 22.-(7:51 p. m. )-Fear of spies here caused an unpleasant ex psrfence. for two New York policemen --Lieutenan Michael Summers and Sergeant Barnard Ditsch.
 An anonymous letter received at po- lice headquarters denouncing the po- licemen as suspected foreigners hav- ing a military appearance, caused the authorities to send detectives to their hotel. The policemen were awakened and arrested.
 After an examination of the New York officers' credentials the French detsctives apologissd and withdrew.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23

winked at Celia when you were ask ing me questions.
 T did not tell Celia tho day after the murder to get Mir. conkiin from the barn as l wanted him to get the revolver out of the houss. I did not go, to CeliHs room, the morning after the murder. did not say I hope God will forgive me. ohl why did I kill that womanf"
 Mrs. carman took efR her gloves and axhibited her bare arms to the jury.
 1T never had any scars on them she said. "rhey were not cut on the night of June so.s
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
COTTON DISPLAYS MORE STEAD|NESS Prices of Both Spots and Futures Remain
 Unchanged

New Orleans, october 22.--More steadi- ness was displayed by cotton today than for sometime past. Prices of both stops and futures remained unchanged at yes terday's levels. January trading at To and middling being quoted at CSC, The halt in ths decline in the Dallas market had a steadying effect on local prices.
 Weather conditions were favorable and were considered bearish feature. but were offsett by the lighter movement in Texas. Spot traders reported little new inquiry, but on the other hand said that theret was no great pressure to sell
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
REMAINS OF CAPT. LEE WILL BE BURIED TODAY

Lexington. Va. october e2-The body of Capt. Robert B. Lee. youngest son of Gen. Robert D. Lee. reached here tonight from Upperyille. Va. It viii be placed tomorrow in the mausoleum at Washington and Lee university where General Lee and other members of the family are buried.
 Captain Lee died Monday night. He served in the war between the states.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
Export Association Meets

New York. October s2.-At tho open- ing session today of the fifth annual convention of the American Manufac- turers Export association resolutions were adopted in support of Postmaster General Burieson's effVgts to establish 2-cent postage between the United States and Argentina and Uruguay. and appointing commision to coo crate with the American Society of Mechau-
 fcal Engineers in holding an exhibition at Washington at which South Amer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
Austrians Advance

London. October 22.-(9:a5 D. m.) According to Budapest newspaper ad- vices says Reuters Amsterdam cor respondent. Austrian troops havs made further advances in Bukowina. After driving the Russians out of Ser eth, 24 miles southeast of Czernowitz. these .Advices says, the Russians went on to Cxernowitz where they again were forced to retire toward the Rus sian frontier.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
Hides and Tallow
BELGIANS FLOCK
 INTO PARIS

Paris, October .22.- 10:2o ?. m.)-rhe Belgian army's retirement from Ant werp and the occupation of western Belgium by the oerznaps has caused q large influx into Paris and other French towns of Belgian soldien0 on leave of absence and Belgian ref6Goes.
 Soldiers routing hero arc being feted by the population. Many Of the civilian Yofuweoo thore aeehiue' employment. othevD arc preparine Go etnlosate to the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-23
New York Prodnce

New York. October 22--Butter steady: receipts, 4577 ladies' current make sec onds, 21hc. Cheese steady and un- changed; receipts. s626 Eggs steady and -unchanged;- receipts, so6s. Dressed poul- try dull and weak; western roasting chickens 17q20c; fresh fowls, 14@a0c; tur- keys, frozen, 1Sq22c.