Villa Tabopers Through Juarex Villa Tabopers Through Juarez
Chieftain explains plans to General Scott. general disapproves them.
08 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1915
Page
1
Chieftain explains plans to General Scott. general disapproves them.
Villa troops about four thousand crossed into Juarez on the way to Casas Grandes where they would move into Sonora. A U S plan to detach Carranzistas from rebel towns was not approved by the United States. In Victoria near Laredo the Villista attack was repulsed, eight hours of fighting left dead and wounded, and the defenders were surprised by a supposedly weak garrison.
Chicago reports the formation of Stale Bread Clubs as wheat prices surge, with advocates arguing day old bread is healthier and calling to block bread price increases. The item notes related events in Minneapolis including the Minnesota Institute of Art dedication and remarks by officials and university leaders.
The Illinois Senate abandons a fixed daily chaplain, adopting a rotating system inviting ministers from all denominations. A Jewish rabbi fills the first week, Rev Preato Cradley of Peoples Church leads, followed by Walter J P Kiely of the Catholic Church for the next week. Baptist and Presbyterian weeks follow in January and February.
Cairo reports the new Egyptian flag hoisted on the government building marking the Mevit'a divorce from Turkey. The banner features three white crescents with five-pointed stars between the horns on a red field, previously the Khedive's personal standard.
In Washington on January 7 1913 Dr Juan Carlos Blanco Uruguay minister of public works departed Montevideo for the United States to attend the formal opening of the Panama Canal. The visit mirrors Elihu Root’s 1909 return as secretary of state and marks a notable South American and European presence for the event. The article cites other diplomats traveling to America for the ceremony.
A fragmented caption describes a Kaiser image with hair turning gray since the war started. The account includes garbled references to a theatre, a husband, and a censor, plus notes on a camera operator and an editor’s actions.
The memo notes no interference with the Interstate Postal Service commerce between states and neutral companies. Officials emphasize neutral terms and free movement of goods across borders.
United States officials report arrangements between Britain Italy and the Netherlands to prohibit attacks on neutral ships. The pact aims to limit wartime interference and keep American commerce safe while neutral ships are escorted.
The Federal Reserve approved amendments outlining new maturity guidelines for reserve banks. Maturities to thirty days are targeted, with adjustments for half-year periods and penalties for longer terms. The action affects monetary policy mechanics and bank funding practices across the system.
A veteran officer, Lieutenant Carrigan, recounts the battle between the French destroyer Mousquet and the German cruiser Emden off Penang. The Mousquet pressed the attack despite heavy fire, Captain Thearanné killed, and the ship sank. Emden later rescued survivors before meeting eventual doom with the Sydney.
Worcester mass January 7 the Massachusetts Association of Weights and Measures convened and reported tests show 1811 packages at full weight 1289 underweight and 1 overweight among 3781 butter packages weighed by state agents in Bay State cities and towns. Butter jobbers promised aid to improve uniform packaging.
A Warsaw report from January 74 describes a surgeon noting that small caliber bullets cause severe internal bleeding when entering blood vessels at high speed. He argues bullet design and rapid blood loss worsen injuries beyond standard wounds, despite Hague Conference restrictions.
Midkiff, formerly of Midland Texas, arrives to head a demonstration project under the U S Department of Agriculture. A meeting in Paducah is set for the 16th to outline plans for the year with Denton district head Vreoft Ww in attendance to aid farmers. About fifty farmers attended and expect up to 200 to participate this year.
Local forecast shows Friday fair with temperatures easing after yesterday. Maximum around 76 and minimum near 50. Weekend outlook includes partly sunny skies and no rain signals.
The latest and best photograph of Chancellor Bethmann Hollweg shows him in his dress uniform with the Iron Cross ribbon visible. Despite many changes reported in the political scene since the war began, there are no rumors that the chancellor or reich chancellor has fallen from favor. England's entry into the war and Belgium’s hard fighting are not blamed on him.
Washington January 3 The immigration literacy test bill sent to a House Senate conference committee after fierce debate over race and wartime migration provisions The House rejected Senate amendments banning Black immigrants and rural Belgian exemptions were defeated with no vote on the latter The overall measure aims to test literacy for all newcomers to the United States.
Officials in Washington and foreign embassies reacted to a federal California court ruling declaring Arizona's alien employment law unconstitutional. The State Department and several embassies pressed for responses as the opinion text awaited. The Satan embassy filed a protest and the British embassy made similar representations.
President Wilton, on the way to Indianapolis, will address the Jackson Day celebration under the Indiana Democratic Club. The event highlights the party's plans and supports the administration's agenda in the state capital.
The Archbishop of York delivered the funeral oration for victims of a German raid in the city. He stressed dignity and resolve, urging not to fall into alarm but to stand firm and honor those who died. Reuters reports note prior criticism of the archbishop for defending Emperor William.
Russian victory over the Turks could reshape the near east and shift Turkish focus back to defending their homeland. A massive Hindenburg drive toward Warsaw faces delays from mud while battles persist in Alsace and Eastern Galicia with no clear change in front.
In the House of Lords, the Marquis of Crewe stated the admiralty’s definite opinion that the battleship Formidable was sunk by two torpedoes from a submarine off Seaborne, amid discussion of Admiral Cradock’s Pacific move and related naval actions.
Russia marks Christmas with bright ceremonies and spirits undimmed by hardship. Observers note intensified devotion and communal resolve shaping the season.
Telegram from Furks reports Turkish troops occupy Uru tich, a move described as important in the ongoing Russian situation.
The German authorities issued a general prohibition on fraternizing with troops as forces of the Allies and Germans reportedly paused actions at several points. An agreement to suspend activities was set for two more days.
Unclear OCR note reports violence in the Las region with brief, garbled details. The fragment references an official account and mentions regional incidents without specific names or dates. The item appears as a late breaking local blot with limited readable facts.
Fragment text reports a plan to compensate the Smith family related to a fatal incident. Mentions an ambush and a rodent reference, with unclear placeholders for names and dates. No clear individuals or organizations are solidly identifiable.
A description of an upcoming Jackson Day celebration honoring President Wilson. The account notes plans for the event to occur tomorrow with decorations and a noon ceremony. It mentions expectations of Wilson’s address on foreign policy and a forceful White House statement toward belligerent nations.
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