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EDMOND. OKLA. ENTERPRISE
HUERTA'S RULE
HAS BEEN ONE
OF
Killing of Madero Marked Begin-
ning of Despotism.
MADE VAIN BOAST TO TAFT
Dictator Declared He Would Reetore
Peace at Once, but Refueal of
United States to Recognize
Him Aaeured Hla Downfall.
Victoriano Huerta took oath as pro-
Visional president of Mexico February
1®, 1913, the day after President Fran
claco I. Madero. Jr., hud been ar-
rented at the national palace
Three days later Madero and Jose
Maria Pino Suanz. vice president.,
were shot to death while on a mid-
night ride under guard from the pal-
ace to the penitentiary. The precise
manner o' their death hua never been
explained
One of Kuerte n first acts as provi-
sional president was to telegraph Will-
iam H. Taft, then president of the
United Statea, the following message:
"I have the honor to Inform you
that I have overthrown the govern-
ment The forcea are with me, and
from now on peace and proaperlty will
reign "
PROVOKES CIVIL WAR.
The Mexican republic, however, was
st once plunged Into civil war again,
notwithstanding the Issuance by
Huerta of a proclamation of general
amneaty. The Soriora state congress
officially repudiated the provisional
government before Huerta settled
himself comfortably In the presidential
chair
Zapata, revolutionary leader to the
south of the capital, after negotiating
s few days with the new regime, went
back to his guerrilla campaign.
Salaxar. one of the highest generals
In the army, denounced liuerta.
Carranza, constitutionalist leader In
Chihuahua, assailed Huerta In a bitter
statemeut made public st Sau Anto-
nio
Francisco Villa announced himself
an adherent of Madero and jolued the
northern army.
Paaqual Orozco of the clan of the
northern revolutionists was the lone
notable figure among the disaffected
who declared for the new government.
TAFT LEAVES PROBLEM.
President Taft, nearlng the end of
his term, left to his successor the
problem of adjuBtiug diplomatic rela-
tions with Mexico. To Wood row Wil-
son Huerta sent felicitations on the
day of the American president's In-
auguration.
Hampered at the outset of his ad-
ministration by the refusal of the
United States to recognlre him. Huer-
ta soon faced growing difficulties In
raising funds to run his government
His uneasy hold on affairs was weak-
ened by minor constitutionalist vie
to lies In the north and by recurring
rumors of a break with Fell* Diaz,
nephew of Porflrlo Diaz and Huerta's
ally In the overthrow of Madero
HUERTA CALLS ELECTION.
Msy I Huerta announced that he
would urge cougress to call elections
In October to choose hla successor.
The congress selected October 26 aa
the date of the election, and a decree
to that effect was Issued by Huerta
June 3.
Fells Diaz, who had announced hiin-
eelf as a candidate for the presidency,
was sent to Japan July 17.
Henry Lane Wilson, American am-
bassador. was recalled to Washington,
and Nelson O'Shaughnessy, charge
d'affaires, wan left in charge of Amer-
lean interests in Mexico.
REJECTS PEACE EFFORT.
Early In August It became known
that President Wilson Intended to
send John Ltnd* former governor of
Minnesota, to Mexico as his personal
representative In an endeavor to ar-
range a basis for the republic's peace.
Huerta announced that he would not
tolerate foreign interference.
Nevertheless Mr. I.lnd delivered hid
note from President Wilson.
Huerta rejected all proposals made
by the American government, chief
of which were the suggestions that
he resign and not be a candidate eleo-
tlon day.
Relations between Mexico and the
United States became acute. President
Wilson proclaimed his policy lu an ad-
dress before congress to which was
attached the correspondence between
Mr Lind and the Huerta admlnlstra
Hon.
HUERTA ARRESTS DEPUTIES.
Huerta was attacked In the Mexican
senate October 5 by Senator Dotuin-
guez. who had the hardihood to speak
what was In the minds of himself snd
some of his colleagues. l)omtnguez
disappeared
The chamber of deputies sdopted a
resolution cslllng for sn Investigation.
To this Huerta s reply was dramatic
and swift. He marched a column of
troops to the deputies' chsmber.
seized 110 of them and threw them
into prison.
Through Mr O'Shaughnessy the
United Ststes made representations
against violence to the Imprisoned
deputies
In the election campaign certain In-
fluence close to the dictator worked
for his return to the presidency, with
" \ Bx?wwr M.MJWYiVfVWft}"-
and lent color to the persistent report
that Huerta really desired to be
elected and thut hlo pretenses to the
contrary were a sham.
U. 8. DEMANDS HE RESIGN.
I When It became certain that the
elections had resulted In no constltu
tional choice on account of the failure
of voters to go to the polls, the Amer-
lcsn government peremptorily railed
on him to resign.
In a statement to the diplomatic
corps November 9 Huerta announced
that he would declare the result of the
election null and order another elec
tlon.
November 12 Huerta refused to ac
cede to the American demand for his
resignation, and Mr. Llud left Mexico
City for Vera Cruz
Meantime the United Btatos dln-
pstched warships to the Mexican coant
and Americans continued to leave
Mexico.
U. 8. VEERS TO CARRANZA.
Definite proposals were made by
the United States to Carranza and his
adherents.
Several of the European powers,
notably Ureal Britain, Germany and
France, gave strong support to the
polity of ti.- I B||| .1 States.
The constitutionalists grew stronger
and continued their advance to the
south. They captured Victoria, Chl-
huhua, Juarez and Tullacan.
The situation became so critical
that Great Britain, Germany. France.
Spain und Ja|Miii ordered warships to
Mexican waters.
Fighting continued at Tamplco snd
many other centers. Torreon soon
was taken by the conntltutionallsts.
RAISES EMBARGO ON ARMS.
Au embargo placed on the exporta-
tion of arms from the United Slates to
Mexico was raised early In February
of the present year
A large number of American troops
were concentrated on the border, and
the American fleet in Mexican waters
wan strengthened.
The constitutionalists advanced on
Torreon and Monterey. Tho former
place was captured early In April.
Then came the departure of Mr.
Llnd from Vera Cruz and the arrest
of a party of American bluejuckets at
Tamplco, for which an apology and
salute were demanded by tho United
States and refused by Huerta.
AMERICANS TAKE VERA CRUZ.
April 21 American bluejackets and
marines were landed at Vera Cruz In
consequence of the reported arrival of
a large consignment of arms and am-
munition for Huerta. A number of
Americans were killed In the street
fighting- The Mexicans retired and
destroyed a portion of the railroad
and the Americans held the port
Shortly after a mediation proposal
from Argentina, Brazil and Chile was
accepted A conference ensued at Ni-
agara FallB.
In the Interval American troops re-
lieved the bluejackets at Vera Cruz.
These have since remained In occupa-
tion of the port.
Tamplco and Zacatecos fell Into the
constitutionalists' hands and the vic-
torious armies continued their march
on Mexico City, where rumors were In
circulation for many weeks of the res
lgnatlou of Huerta.
With Huerta's retirement the con-
stitutionalists feel that their revolu-
tion has virtually triumphed. They
turned against him the moment he
overthrew Madero. the constitutional
president of Mexico, In February, 1912,
and have waged war with unrelenting
vigor ever since.
U. 8. TROOPS REMAIN IDLE.
The prospect of an early solution of
the Mexican problem gave both presi-
dent Wilson and Secretary Bryan
much Joy, naturally. American forces
will not be withdrawn from Vera Cruz
until a stable government has been es-
tablished In Mexico City and recogni-
tion has been accorded the new gov-
ernment.
The feeling is general, however, that
If Carranza gives guarantees to politi-
cal offenders as well as the people
generally recognition will be prompt-
ly extended by the United States and
other nations of Central aud South
America, as well as Europe.
LAWYER IN PLACE OF POWER
For the First Time In History Mex-
ican Republic Has a Civilian in
Presidential Chair.
Mexico City—Francisco Carbajal
Is forty-four years old, a native of
the state of Campeche, and a lawyer.
Almost ever since the start of his
career he has occupied posts In the
Judiciary, lu the Madero administra-
tion he was a seuator, but relin-
quished his post to re-enter the su-
preme court, of which he was chief
Justice at the time General Huerta ap«
pointed him minister of foreign rela-
tions.
When General Porflrlo Diaz deter-
mined In 1911 to treat with the Made-
ro revolutionists. Senor Carbajal pro-
ceeded to Juarez as his commissioner
Senor Carbajal has a reputation for
possessing considerable Intellectual
force and Independence of character.
His demeanor Is quiet He shuns the
exuberance in verbiage and gesticu-
lation to which I^atln-Amerlcans are j
prone. He Is courteous, but a man
of few words and little given to elabo-
rate compliments.
Besides, he Is neat and well
groomed In sppearsnce. His features
lndlcste pure European descent, with-
out any admixture of Indian blood.
Altogether he is a man who con-
veys an Impression of reserve power
He Is a good man of business.
His probity has never been ques
tloned. He has been sagacious and
■uccessful In Investments snd. whtle
not rich. Is a man of Independent
A? .fifui
NEWS OF THE
STATE CAPITAL
CONSIDERABLE DELAY IN PRINT
ING THE BALLOTS FOR THE
COMING PRIMARY
OTHER NEWS OF STATE HOUSE
Whst the Various State Officials Have
Done the Past Week, of Genersl
Public Interest.—Items sbout
Various Boards, Etc.
Oklahoma City, Oula.—
Printing of all ntate ballets for the
Augunt primary will be completed by
the end of the prenent week, accord-
ing to Informal ion received by the
state election board from W. E. Horn-
aduy. editor of the Sulphur Post, who
was awarded tho contract.
The first consignment of the bal-
lots was received by the election
board Monday morning, and was uc-
compunied by a letter from Hornaday,
saying tho remainder would be ready
for shipment by the end of tho week.
The bnllotB received would supply
about six counties. Hornaday's con-
tract called for delivery of ull the bal-
lots July 19. A forfeit of $500 a day
is attached but the board may not
collect it.
Secretary Joe Morris of the elec
tlon board said that his office would
begin ut once sending out ballots and
other supplies for the election.
The contract for printing tho initia-
tive and referendum ballots, on which
will appear the various referred ques-
tions, was awarded to the Co-Opera-
tive Printing Company, of Guthrie, by
the bourd of affairs. A total of 326,400 |
ballots will be priuted. The bid of
the Guthrie concern for the work was
$GU2.90.
Land Department Probe Started.
The investigation into the workings
of the state school land department,
which is to be done in pursuance of
a request from Governor Cruce, be-
gan in eurnest Monday morning in
charge of State Examiner and Inspect-
or Fred Parkinson.
Tho plan of the Investigation whl*h
has been outlined by Mr. Parkinson
and his deputies provides for separate
Investigation of the different divisions
of the department, such as the sales
division, rental division, eta
The governor requested that a com-
plete report of the result of the In-
vestigation be filed with him before
the August primary, but Mr. Parkin-
son stated that he thought it wouli
be impossible to comply with that ro
quest on account of the Innuendo
amount of work involved in the probe.
He stated, however, that from time to
time he would submit the governor
supplemental reports, showing tho
work of the investigation as it pro-
gresses.
Common Law Marriage Valid.
Common law marriages lu Oklahoma
are held us valid aud binding us any
other form of marriage agreement, or
contract, by Judge Phil D. Brewer In
an opinion given in suprece court com-
mission, division No 2. in reversing
the Judgment of the district court of
Blaine county in the case of Mrs. Em-
ma Love vs. W. S. Love, the father of
her common law husband.
Statutes, which seek to provide reg-
ulations for the porformancc of the
marriage ceremony. Judge Brewer
holds, are merely directory and when
such statutes do not expressly forbid
other forms of marriage, a common
law marriage, consummated In accord-
ance with the common law, Is valid
and binding.
The common' law husband of Mrs.
Love died some time ago. and upon his
death she was given letters of an ad-
ministrator of his estate. The father
of the deceased filed a petition In the
county court of Blaine county, asking
that the letters held by Mrs. Ixive be
vacated on the ground that she wan
his son's common law wife and held
no title or Interest In his estate. This
contention was overruled by the coun-
ty court and on appeal to the district
court is was sustained.
During the proceedings In the lower
court it was admitted that the only
marriage ceremony claimed to have
been performed by virtue of which
Mrs. Love claimed to have been mar-
ried wns performed in the presence of
witnesses in a hotel in Anadarko on
March 13, 1910. No official record
was made of the marriage, It was ad-
mitted.
Property rights involved In the case
were insignificant. Judge Brewer
holds the principal issue was to give
a name to the daughter of Mrs. Love.
Left Fortune; Needed Money
Governor Cruce honored a requisi-
tion for Frederick Kets Hamilton,
wanted in Oakland, Calif., on the
charge of obtaining money under false
pretenses. The complaining witness
is Willie Ann Kinsley, and the sum
Involved is said to be $350.
According to the information ac-
companying the requisition papers,
Hamilton's story was that his father
lived in Boston, and he executed a
will before he died leaving his for-
tune to his son in the event the lat-
ter was married and In Boston on a
certain day. Hamilton found a wife,
but not having the money to make
the trip back home to claim the for-
tune secured It from the Kinsley wo-
man.
His wife's father lived at Sulphur,
where he was arrosted and later
brought to Norman. The officer from
Oakland went to Norman to get his
prisoner.
"Booze" Amendment Goes On Ballot.
A proclamation was Issued by Gov-
ernor Cruce last w«_«ek, directing the
secretary of the state election board
to place on the ballot at the August
primary, the question of adopting or
rejecting the proposed constitutional
amendment, which would make drunk-
enness on the part of a state officio]
grounds for impeachment and removal
from office. This Is one of the five
constitutional amendments drafted
and proposed by Attorney General
West, and the only one against which
a protest has not been lodged. The
other four are the ones reducing the
size of the legislature establishing
one supreme court, fixing the maxi-
mum ntate levy at two and one-half
mills, and providing a gross production
tax on oil and gas.
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The Red Book Again.
State warrant No. 29X4 for $500,
given the Democrat Publishing Com-
pany, of Tulsa, for work done on the
printing and publication of Oklaho-
ma's Red Book, which resulted in the
impeachment of one ntate official, and
the resignation of two others for Jheir
connection with the famous publica-
tion, was called to official attention
again by E. F. Ltffingwell, president of
the Sumner State Bank, of Sumner,
who has purchased the warrant, but
is now unable to get it cashed.
Guthrie Can't Sell Old Capitol.
Guthrie's attempt to sell Capitol |
park, on which is located Convention
hall, Oklahoma's first state capltol. to
the Methodist university for educa-
tional purposes, was declared invalid
by the supreme court in an opinion by
Justice Turner. The proposed sale
was to Include Convention hall.
The ten acres comprising Capltol
park was deeded to the city by the
United States government for pubiic
park purposes, and the court holds the
land cannot now be diverted to pri-
vate use.
This Is the same land and building
which Guthrie Bought to give the state
for a state capltol building and
grounds in the last election at which
the capital location question was voted
on. The building was occupied by
state departments prior to the time
they were moved to Oklahoma City
and since then the Methodist univer
sity lias occupied the building.
Commercial Clubs To Co-operate
Commercial club secretaries from
sixteen of the chief cities of Okla-
homa met at Oklahoma City and
formed the Oklahoma State Associa-
tion of Commercial Executives. The
purpose Is to discourage jealousy be-
tween cities and bring about harmonv,
as well as promote commercial de-
velopment. good roads and better
methods of taxation.
Minutes Not Approved
None of the minutes of the regular
meeting of the school land commis-
sioners since December 4. 1913. aud
those of several special meetings,
have been approved by Governor
Cruce as chairman of the board, or
attested by the secretary of the com-
mission, according to a letter State
Examiner and Inspector Fred Parkin-
son sent to Governor Cruce.
This was discovered by Mr. Parkin-
son when he started his Investigation
of the books and records of the de-
partment, which is to be made in
pursuance of a request from Governor !
Cruce. Parkinson asks that the min-
utes be approved and brought up-to
date In order that he may have soni •
legal foundation on which to predl- j
cate his Investigation.
Must Return To Pr',ton.
Paroles granted to Lem Womack
and Virgil Welsh§ who were sentenced
to five years in the penitentiary from ,
Pontotoc county on a charge of burg
lary, were revoked by Governor Cruce
last week. The men were given their
liberty on Jun 21, 1913. Thy have
each broken the terms of their parole,
according to the revocation order is-
sued by the governor, which directs !
that the men shall be returned to the
penjtentiary and complete their sen-
tences.
DICTATOR HUERTfl ■mail
FORCED TO FLEE
Resigns and Leaves for Europe to Avoid
T ailing Into the Hands of
the Constitutionalists
SAYS HE DESTROYED DEMOCRATIC PARTY
And
That His Successors Will
Out the Whole United States—
Rebels to be given a
Peaceful Entry
Wipe
HUERTA DEALS "DEATH BLOW" TO THE UNITED STATES
Mexico City.—The text of General Iluerta's resignation follows:
"Deputies and Senators:
"Public necessity, admitted by the chamber of deputies, by the
senate and by the supreme court, called me to the supreme magistracy
of the republic. Later when in this same hall I had the honor of
addressing you in compliance with the constitutionalist precept I
promised at all costs to bring about peace.
"Seventee;n month! have
passed and in that brief periol
of time 1 have formed an armv
with which to carry out that
solemn promise. You all know
of the immense dlfficultiei
which my government has en-
countered owing to scarcity of
funds, as well as to the mani-
fest and decided protection
which a great power of this
continent has afforded to the
rebels—so much so that when
the revolution has been broken
up. seeing that its chief leaders
were, and continued to be. di-
vided, the power in question
sought a pretext to intervene
directly In the conflict and the
result of this was the outrage
committed at Vera Cruz by the
American fleet.
"Success was had. an you
know, in adjusting houorably
through our delegates at Ni-
. . agara Falls the petty Tampico
Incident, but the revolution
S 'M >ifi continued with the support of
rila* J&k*. J w hom we ull know.
"Yet after the highly patriotic work achieved by our delegates at
Niagara Falls there are still some who say I. come what may, seek
my personal interest and not that of the republic. And as I need to
rebut this allegation with facts, 1 tender my formal resignation of the
presidency of the republic.
"The national congress must know that the republic, through its
government has labored in entire good faith and with the fullest
energy, having succeeded in doing away with the party which in the
United States calls itself democratic and having shown how the right
should be defended.
"To be more explicit. I will say that the action of the government
of the republic during its short life has dealt death blows to an unjust
power. Later on stronger workers will come, using implements that
undoubtedly will end that power which has done so much harm and
committed so many outrages on this continent.
"In conclusion 1 will say that I abandon the presidency of the
republic, carrying wilh ine the highest sum of human wealth, for I de-
clare that I have arraigned at the bar of universal conscience the
honor of a puritan whom I, as a gentleman, challenge to wrest from
me that possession.
"May God bless you and me."
Mexi >o City.—General Victoriano
Huerta has at last resigned from the
provisional presidency of the Mexican
republic, and his resignation was ac-
cepted by the senate and chamber of
deputies by a vote of Il'I to 17.
Francisco Carbajal then was ap-
pointed president and took the oath
of office at the joint session of the
deputies and senators.
Huerta's resignation was submitted
through the department of foreign
relations. It was read in the house
and was greeted with cries of "Viva
Huerta." It then was referred to the
Joint committees of gobernacion. Aft-
er a brief consideration the commit-
tees reported, accepted the resigna-
tion In the following terms:
"Article 1—We accept the resigna-
tion presented by General Victoriano
Huerta as president of the Mexican
United States.
"Article 2—We call Licentiate Fran-
cisco Carbajal. minister of foreign re-
lations, to assume the presidency."
President Carbajal proceeded to the
national palace under an escort of
presidential guards, and all along the
way was greeted with tumultuous
cheering.
The galleries of the chamber of dep-
uties were packed before the begin-
ning of the session. Intense excite-
ment characterized the gathering, and
at the close of the reading of Huer-
ta's resignation a commission was ap-
pointed by the president of the cham-
ber to escort Senor Carbajal to the
floor of the house. Senor Carbajal
soon appeared In front of the cham-
ber, passing through files of soldiers.
He entered and as he walked to the
platform the deputies stood. Speaker
Manuel Mercado then administered
the oath of office.
Two deputies spoke vigorously
against the acceptance of Huerta's
resignation, one calling it "weak sub-
mission to the United States."
The other deputies spoke for ac-
ceptance, declaring it was the onljf
way to save the country.
General Aureliano Blanquet. Huer-
ta's minister of war. several other
generals and the ministers of commu-
nication, public instruction and In-
terior in the Huerta cabinet. Arturo
Alvaradejo, Garcia Naranjo and Igni-
cio Alcocer, respectively, as well as
other high officials of the former ad-
ministration left the capital at once.
A special committee comprising Jesus j
Urueta Enrigue. Bordes Mangel and :
Jose Inez Novela. former members !
of the chamber of deputies, left for I
Celaya to arrange with the constitu-
tionalist leaders for a peaceful entry !
into the capital.
Huerta left for Puerto Mexico,
where he, his family and several high
officials sailed for Europe on the Dutch
cruiser Kortenaer.
Fighting Over Weit'i Amendment*.
Protests against the submission of
four of the flve constitutional amend
ments, said to be backed by Attor-
ney General West, which were filed
several days ago by Parker W. Cress
of Perry and H. M. Sinclair of Okla-
homa City, were overruled by Secre-
tary of State Ben F. Harrison, before
vhom the protests were argued. oBth j
arties served notice immediately of
ppeal to the supreme court where all
r oat . " - *-
Miami Physician To Lo a License.
Dr. W. E. DgAn of Miami was found
guilty of malpractice and his license
as a registered physician in this state
was cancelled by the Oklahoma Medi-
cal Board. This action by the board
was the result of the conviction of
Dr. Doan by the district court of Ot-
tawa county, on a similar charge las*
April. Mrs. E. B. Coleman, Dr. F. L.
Wormington and Dr. A. M. Cooter c!
Miami, were the prosecuting wit
nessee against Dr. Doan in the trill
V - — ♦ •- xr<wK/««i
Rebels Only Few Hours Away.
El Paso.—In case of a sudden fall
of the Huerta government, constitu-
tionalist troops can enter Mexico City
within a few hours, according to rev-
olutionary agents here. This would
prevent, they said, the much feared
reign of disorder at the national cap-
ital before the Carranza government
could be established.
It has already been arranged that
troops under General Canido Aguilar
tV. A Mtr *f
Huerta Leaves Capital.
Mexico City.—General Huerta and
General Blanquet left the capital.
They boarded a train on the Mexican
railway a few miles beyond the city,
going to Puerto. Mexico. Before his
departure Huerta went to Che na-
tional palace to pay his respects to
President Carbajal. There was a com-
plete lack of disorder in the capital
and the theaters *nd cafes were
crowded. The populace now is hope-
ful that peace Is in sight. Huerta's
popularity apparently increased after
hio
INTERESTING CEREMONIES CAR-
RIED OUT IN PRESENCE OF
THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE.
COVERNOR WIELDS SILVER PICK
And W. 6. Anthony Removes Eight
Spadefuls of Dirt—Crew Begins
Actual Excavation Work For
the Foundation.
Oklahoma City—Fuly four thousand
persons witnessed the first breaking
of dirt upon the construction work for
the state capital building at Twenty-
third street and Lincoln boulevard.
Not less than twelve hundred auto-
mobiles and vehicles were upon the
grounds loaded with people. Special
street cars carried hundreds who wit-
nessed the ceremonies.
Governor Lee Cruce struck four
hard licks with a silver-plated pick,
after which Chairman W. B. Anthony
of the capltol building committee pro-
ceeded to shovel eight spadefuls of
dirt. Anthony took off his coat before
completing the shovel act.
Wild cheers were given by the spec-
tators, as the moving picture machines
were clicking, making a record of one
of the greatest historical events in
the life of Oklahoma.
Ed. S. Vaught, acting president of
the chamber of commerce, handed the
pick and spade to the officials. They
were given to W. P. Campbell, custo-
dian of the Oklahoma Historical So*
ciety, for preservation, after the cere-
monies.
Ed. S. Vaught addressed the crowd
briefly explaining that the ceremonies
about to be performed were the fop
mal relinquishment of all responsibil-
ity for the capitol construction by the
people of Oklahoma City, turning il
all over to the proper representatives
of the people of the whole state—the
governor and the capitol commission.
Governor Cruce spoke very briefly
but with enthusiasm for the auspicious
beginning of a great work which he
sincerely hoped and fully believed
would be completed without taint ol
scandal or hint of graft.
He announced that just before leav
ing the temporary capitol building he
had turned over to the state's treas-
ury $106,667.72, this sum representing
the $100,000 contributed to the build-
ing of the capitol building by Okla-
homa City, together with the interest
on that amount accumulated during
the time it has been held by the gov
ernor awaiting the beginning of the
actual Nconstruction work.
A gang of workmen then followed
right on with the actual work of
excavating for the basement and
foundations of the building which is
to stand as a monument through suc-
ceeding generations to the enterprise
and patriotism of the people who In
a quarter of a century have erected
the great and progressive state ol
Oklahoma.
GEN. HUERTA SAILS FOR EUROPE
Former D'ctator and Party Depart
From Puerto on the Dresden.
Puerto Mexico.—The German cruis-
er Dresden, with Former President
Huerta and his family and Former
War Minister Blanquet, Senora Blan-
quet and their daughter aboard, sailed
for Jamaica. From there they will
go to Europe.
The departure of the former chief
executive was without Incident, there
not being even any shouts of 'good
bye" to him from the dock.
The only thing to indicate any one
of distinction was aboard the Dresden
was an extended file of fifty ragged
soldiers. These troops presented arms
as the Dresden moved out, but it was
so dark it is doubtful if Huerta ob-
served this sole official tribute to his
departure. The town was an object
of considerable speculative interest.
Virtually all the troops have left, leav
ing the place open to the constitution-
alists.
Just when the remainder of the Hu-
erta party will be able to leave Is un-
certain. The others remain under the
protection of the British cruiser Bris
tol, which is prepared to take them
aboard In case of emergency.
Bride Killed By Former Lover.
Dubuque.—Mrs. John Allen. 17 years
old. a bride of seven days, was mur
dered. The police and relatives of
the young woman are searching for
George Delain. her cousin, who is said
to have paid her attention before her
marriage. Bloodhounds have been
sent to the scene of the crime. Before
she became unconscious she Is said
that she recognized the voice as that
of her cousin. George Delain. who for
a time worked on her father's farm
and had paid her attention.
More Notoriety For Patmont.
Rib Lake. Wis.—Rev. Ix>uls R. Pat-
mont, the "dry" lecturer who, It Is al-
leged. was kidnaped from Westville.
HI, last March and later disappeared
from Detroit. Mich., was found here
and left at once accompanied by Rer.
C. L. Milton of Mllwakkee. Their des-
tination was kept secret. The re.ward
of $1,000, made up the churches. Uill
be claimed by the postmaster and a
newspaper man who say they recog-
nized the erratic preacher at the same
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Adamson, Royce B. The Edmond Enterprise (Edmond, Okla.), Vol. 14, No. 19, Ed. 1 Thursday, July 23, 1914, newspaper, July 23, 1914; Edmond, Oklahoma. (https://gateway.okhistory.org/ark:/67531/metadc141330/m1/2/: accessed April 24, 2024), The Gateway to Oklahoma History, https://gateway.okhistory.org; crediting Oklahoma Historical Society.