Vera Cruz, Mexico: American troops at Vera Cruz water-works are fired upon by Mexicans and Gen. Funston rushes reinforcements to the scene. New York City, N.Y: The hospital ship Solace reaches New York from Vera Cruz with sixty-one marines...See moreVera Cruz, Mexico: American troops at Vera Cruz water-works are fired upon by Mexicans and Gen. Funston rushes reinforcements to the scene. New York City, N.Y: The hospital ship Solace reaches New York from Vera Cruz with sixty-one marines and sailors wounded in the street fighting there. Texas City, Tex: Major-General J. Franklin Bell takes command of the United States troops on the border. A salute of thirteen guns greets him. Niagara Falls, Canada: The A.B.C peace mediators meet with delegates from Huerta and the United States to settle the crisis in Mexico if possible. New York City, N.Y: New York's "finest," 7,700 strong, march up Fifth Avenue for their annual review by the Mayor, New York City, N.Y. The Hamburg-American Liner Vaterland, the largest steamer afloat, reaches New York at the end of her maiden voyage. Bath, Maine: The cup contender Defiance, second of the trio to race for the honor of defending the America's Cup is launched here. Washington, D.C: To the memory of John Barry, first commodore of American Navy, a statue is unveiled here in presence of President Wilson. Monaco, Mexico: Fast-flying motorboats from many countries skim over the sea in the annual power-boat regatta here. New York City, N.Y: Our "Teddy" comes home from Brazil and its fevers, changed in face and figure by his fight against disease. Tulsa, Okla: Flames sweep the Pierce Oil Company's plant here, consuming thousands of gallons of oil. Written by
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