Bitter Root Valley Biology Survey Finds Fever Carriers
Washington dispatch reports the Department of Agriculture Biological Survey and Montana cooperation show progress in locating the source of Rocky Mountain spotted fever. The study implicates ground squirrels as tick hosts and explores eradication within Bitter Root valley to curb the deadly disease. Field work will continue next year.
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Standard
Washington
Biological Survey
Department of Agriculture
Bitter Root
Rocky Mountain Region
Bureau of Entomology
Biological Survey of
Montana
Wildest rumors among Mexicans and front-line dispatches
The article notes Sommerfeld’s stolen camera and field glasses after accompanying an AP correspondent near the front. It corrects rumors of Castulla Herrera’s defection, describes his activities near Terrazas, and reports on Enrique Gameros’ possible ransom situation and general Hernandez still directing operations locally.
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Sommerfeld
Associated Press
Chihuahua
Villa
Castulla Herrera
Terrazas
Here
San Andres
Enrique Gameros
Gameros
Santa Clara
L. R. Wormholm
New York
Cornell
Hernandez
Rebellion Thought Largely Quashed in Mexico
Laredo Texas December 18. Mexico remains peaceful except for Guerrero district. Enrique C Creel reports dispatches from Pedernalles show revolutionary forces routed. Government claims to have the situation well in hand and expects rebels to be driven from open country. Navarro’s tactics deter pursuits into mountains and hope for open battles persists.
Mexico Conflict Report Reaches Washington Dispatch
Washington dispatch reports another engagement between federal troops and rebels in Mexico. Details remain scarce, with initial paragraphs noting the clash occurred recently and borders the latest developments from the war zone.
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Washington
Mexico
A . Co. Toten
Mexican Forces Defeat Rebels at Pedernales in Guerrero
Creel, Mexican minister of foreign relations, was tonight received by Senor de la Barra in Washington. Telegram reports General Navarro's troops defeated the revolutionists in Guerrero district at Pedernales. Remaining rebels are being pursued. rest of republic described as in peace.
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Senor de la Barra
Washington
Navarro
Guerrero
Pedernales
Cedric Wreck Near Gefle Leaves Twelve Drowned
London report states the Swedish steamer Cedric of 1100 tons was wrecked near Gefle Sweden. Twelve persons perished including all officers. The vessel was reported to be soaked and unsure of cargo aboard.
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London
Cedric
Gefie
Sweden
Washington Gossip Over Hughes and Taft Politics
In Washington there is extensive talk after Justice White's elevation to chief justice fueling speculation that Justice Hughes might be a Republican presidential nominee in 1912. Hughes denies grievances, confirms no bid for the presidency, and says he favors his current role on the Supreme Court.
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Washington
White
Supreme Court of the United States
Taft
Hughes
Justice Hughes
Supreme Court
Justice White
Willie Chooses Pants on Card Reading Cannot Be Beaten
A mother lets her son Willie pick trousers at the clothier. He points to pants marked on a card reading These pants can't be beaten, claiming his choice. The tale highlights a humorous child’s perspective on value and pride.
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