Soldier Leader Breaks Pact Withdraws From Chihuahua
A commander with about 400 men breaks an agreement and leaves Chihuahua for an undisclosed location. The move likely alters regional tensions and could affect ongoing peace efforts.
21 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1915
Page
1
A commander with about 400 men breaks an agreement and leaves Chihuahua for an undisclosed location. The move likely alters regional tensions and could affect ongoing peace efforts.
United States report states Pancho and his brother should find refuge in this country as Rodriguez may continue in arms.
The report describes General Villa leading 4000 troops toward central Mexican cities in a large border operation. It notes efforts to negotiate with Carranza forces and mentions a tense stand at border points and potential disruption of government authority.
A historic accord ends hostilities as General Carrani leads a coalition against Villa. Key figures include Pranowen Mina Bred, Avila, Rodrigues, and Avila, with promises of amnesty and life guarantees for combatants. Amid shifting power, Villa’s forces reportedly scale back fighting as the government consolidates control.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Villa forces occupying a capital area with evacuations by federal troops and shifting movements. Mentions General Treviño and various leaders, with references to battles, surrenders, and military positions in mountainous regions. The text is garbled and hard to decipher specific dates or places.
The report notes that surrender of Villa forces to the de facto government is a key factor toward an early peace in Mexico. It discusses how this move affects ongoing fighting and raises prospects for stabilization under a new regime.
A Mexican government memo notes thousands of Zapata rebels armed and operating in Santa Prata Ver, Michoacan, Guerrero, Oaxaca, Chiapas, Sinaloa, and other states. Carranza seeks pacification as border fighting draws White House attention and foreign diplomats weigh the general’s grip on power.
Fragmentary text describes a socialist party peace movement gathering with mentions of a joint resolution, national committee figures, and calls for President Wilton to act on neutrality amid European war amid internal party debates.
Fragmentary text alleges hostility by Arranza toward the Catholic Church with references to clergy, public mistrust, and political clashes. The document mentions religious tensions and possible government actions impacting church and parish life.
Fragmentary notes describe a broad inquiry into a plot tied to the Welland Canal and labor unrest. Names tied to indictments and federal proceedings appear as part of an unfolding investigation with grand jury activity and potential connections to rail and shipping authorities.
The article reports the strategic withdrawal of British forces from Anzac and Suvla in Gallipoli, noting the operation was skillfully executed with positions abandoned at a heavy cost in lives. It mentions a general blamed for a major blunder was removed from service without disclosure of his name and describes the hardships faced by troops, including water shortages and high casualties.
The article reports California Chinese oppose China's return to monarchy. It notes substantial funds pledged in California to finance a general revolution and cites statements from sources including Mr Tong and Mr Tong says many Chinese in America resist the move while supporting republican aims.
The article argues that the United States would avoid war with America amid tense relations. It notes Vienna’s government asserting a cautious stance and hints at diplomatic notes and explanations being sent to clarify American viewpoints. The piece frames the matter as a political calculation with limited risk of armed conflict.
A father is held in connection with the deaths of his daughter and another woman. Investigators pursue further facts as sheriff’s office reports possible family ties. Walton and a woman named Mrs Walton are involved and have been taken to Greenville for questioning.
City officials face a push to ban credit sales at social clubs led by advocates including a mayoral ally. Citizens accuse venues of encouraging excessive drinking and seek a referendum to suspend the policy, with lawyers preparing petitions.
President Wilson and Mrs Wilson took a solitary motor trip through Virginian mountains late today after attending formal events. A large crowd gathered at select towns along the route, with a notable reception at Roanoke and an emphasis on dignitaries and national unity.
The article notes a call for increased funding to combat boll weevil damage across southern cotton districts. Officials blame lingering infestations for stalled progress and urge broader support for eradication efforts in the agricultural sector.
The New York bank has made another loan to Argentina increasing the aggregate funds loaned from 46 million dollars. The extent of this funding follows prior undertakings and supports Argentina which previously financed its needs through London.
The connection of George O. Carothers a special representative in Mexico of the state department will terminate on December 94 according to official advices received here Mr Carothers refused to discuss the matter.
British forces retreat from Gallipoli, ending the Dardanelles operation. Reports say no major Turkish cross-border actions. Salonika defenses and nearby Creek evacuations continue as Britain occupies the peninsula tip guarding the strait entrance. Public mood mixes relief and regret over the setback.
The International Institute of Agriculture reports 1818 wheat output at 3.49 billion bushels, up 19.4 percent from 1414. The United States accounted for two sevenths of the total, with notes on the Southern Hemisphere crop.
A dispatch from Athens cites a Greek army contact with Bulgarian forces near Dolian and Ole? towns as troops move to block lines between the belligerents. The report notes Albanian incursions near the Adriatic and rising Ohio River flood risks with forecasts of high water and potential evacuations.
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