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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1916
Page
1
Bandit chief believed to flee toward San Andres, a favored hideout from earlier robberies. Authorities warn transportation issues hinder pursuit as the gang’s movements draw concern in border regions.
Dispatches from El Paso report Pancho Villa advancing toward San Andres and Marral, with Villa eluding pursuit as American cavalry struggle to keep pace without Mexican rail support. Officers warn supply lines falter on rough routes, threatening the expedition's success.
The Day in Congress resumed debate on the Indian appropriation bill and passed a 12000 dollar Indian bill. An emergency appropriation for recruiting and the Mexican punitive expedition was approved. Chamberlain army reorganization talks continued with tomorrow’s general debate.
A report that Mexicans crossed the Rio Grande and raided C. E. Kelly's ranch near El Paso caused swift troop mobilization. After hours of search no raiders were found and authorities concluded the tale arose from a nervous woman and widespread overreaction.
About 1000 Carranza cavalrymen under General Arnulfo Gomez arrived at Nacozari Sonora seventy five miles south of the border from Campas. Troops will be stationed near the Chihuahua Sonora line. General Gomez may command Agua Prieta in Gomez absence. Mexican officials report aid clothing and supplies needed.
Counsel for Brandeis opposition filed a brief with the senate judiciary subcommittee alleging violations of American Bar ethics, false statements, duplicity, conflicting interests, and actions contrary to public welfare. Subcommittee members Austen G. Fox and Kenneth Spence of New York oversee the filing. The brief contends Brandeis violated rules against lawyers accepting adverse employment after being entrusted with client confidence.
A dozen Arizona Indian chiefs are to serve as guides and scouts for American columns pursuing Villa in Mexico. Major General Funston requested their services, and Major General Scott authorized their employment. The chiefs are familiar with the terrain through which forces will move.
Ten members of the Tenth Cavalry were injured when two railroad cars derailed near the famous Cumbre Tunnel in Mexico. The incident disrupted troop movements as trains attempted to relocate forces along the line.
Reports from Fort Bliss and San Antonio, dated March 28, say General Pershing uses part of the Mexico Northwestern railroad for supplies. An accident near Casas Grandes injured troopers of the Tenth Cavalry and horses as cars overturned on a makeshift show-fly around the Cuauhmre tunnel.
A railroad wreck south of Casas Grandes in Columbus New Mexico results in the death of the first American soldier reported in a disruptive Manic period. The incident on March 28 leaves soldiers missing and authorities investigating.
German troops launch a large assault on Verdun, matching waves of attackers against French fire. The efforts are repelled with heavy casualties and stubborn resistance from French forces defending the fortress city.
Washington March 28 the federal state commission says tariff protection is needed to help about half of the U S beet sugar producers compete with Cuban cane sugar. The commission plans to issue a report on its beet sugar industry investigation.
Santa Fe reports that by last evening Secretary of State Antonio Lucero had issued 6,315 automobile licenses, far above the 2,067 licenses issued in all of 1916.
Governor Mc Donald announced on March 28 that Montoya of Pena Blanca is appointed to fill the seat on the state sheep sanitary board left by the late Francisco Montoya of Sandoval County.
Noel Pemberton Billings told the House of Commons that British aviation losses total 150 dead 150 wounded and 105 missing due to pilots flying outclassed aircraft. He argued German planes were vastly superior and that better engines were available within twenty miles of London.
Governor Hiram W. Johnson issues a proclamation excluding about 6 000 corporations from interstate business in California for failure to pay last year s state franchise tax The Ford Automobile company is named among those excluded and the Mord Motor company contests a 24000 tax levy as excessive.
San Francisco March 28 W F Williamson counsel for Ford said California branches would keep doing business. He noted the legal steps to continue operation had not been decided but a petition to the courts to enjoin the governor's proclamation was under consideration.
London reports the worst hurricane and blizzard in recent memory with floods, uprooted trees, and telegraph poles down. Midlands suffer the fiercest blast while Liverpool and Birmingham face severe weather. two deaths and about twenty seriously injured in initial casualties.
Washington reports outline diplomatic and military issues in Mexico as the United States seeks permission to use Mexican railways to supply Pershing’s expedition. Officials note limited railroad use may aid operations while Carranza proposals hint at restricted zones and negotiations extend.
A Dyersburg Tennessee firm writes General Pershing offering to purchase and embalm the body of Villa for its undertaker department. The letter asks if possession is possible and promises a good price, noting the firm handles furniture and related goods. The correspondence comes amid patrols near Colonia Dublan, Mexico.
Commander at Juarez reports hold up of gasoline shipments intended for the American Army hampering Pershing force actions.
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