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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1916
Page
1
A foreign survivor from a massacre in Mexico recounts a merciless raid where Americans were killed. The report notes brutal tactics and a call for justice as authorities investigate the incident. The lone survivor details the chaos and fear that followed the attack.
Reported massacre west of Santa Ysabel by Yaqui ally Gen Pablo Lopes and Gen Francisco Villa leaves 19 foreigners dead with 49 victims named after updates. Carranza troops evacuated earlier. funeral plans postponed as bodies await transport and families seek rights. Thomas B Holmes, sole foreign survivor, arrives in collapse.
Tom Evans and C R Watson, once residents of Montana, were among three Americans shot near Chihuahua by a Mexican bandit gang as they attempted to flee. Evans, 35, worked at Washoe and Great Falls smelters and ran a Great Falls garage. Watson was a draftsman for Great Falls and Anaconda, who had also aided Anaconda. Repath, a draftsman tied to Great Falls and Anaconda smelters, was involved in smelter construction in Arizona and ran offices in Los Angeles.
London dispatch reports Montenegro facing likely conquest by General Koevess forces. Observers warn of Austrian gains threatening Salonika allies and Italy’s Adriatic security. Two Italian transports hit mines. Russians renew attacks on Bessarabian frontier as Petrograd remains tight lipped. Continued on Page 12 Column 8.
An El Paso observer recounts a brutal massacre on a mining train near El Pago. Victims included American and foreign passengers tied to Villa and Carranza forces, with killings carried out by Mexican soldiers and bandits. The narrator notes loot, stripping of passengers, and eyewitness details of the violence and fear aboard.
El Paso dispatch reports all troops of the Eighth Infantry brigade at Fort Bliss were recalled to stations as a precaution against potential mining protests against the Carranza government. Local police from outlying stations were summoned. General Giviera secured permission to export nine cars of guns and ammunition to El Paso, with routes through Agua Prieta and a shipment to Juarez later.
Eugene Oregon January 12 Perry Lowe aged 2 was accidentally killed by a rifle shot fired by his brother Allen Lowe aged 22 near their home on the McKenzie river about 80 miles from Eugene The younger Lowe was mistaken for a deer during the hunting outing The tragedy is reported as an unfortunate hunting accident with all facts as read from the source.
In Tocay's Standard a brief dispatch reports Congress indignant over Mexican outrages with hints of intercession. Two Trailan ships sunk Huerta said dying and war developments unfold. Additional items cover theater, mining news, classifieds, and a cartoon feature.
In Paso Texas January 12 General Victoriano Huerta former provisional president of Mexico nears death while held as a federal prisoner at Fort Bliss after arrest in New Mexico en route to El Paso to lead a new revolutionary movement. He suffered hemorrhages and family was summoned as final sacraments were given. Orozco, once allied, was killed near VanHorn Texas.
London reports the house of commons approved the military service bill on the second reading by an overwhelming 431 to 94 vote amid enthusiastic crowds. The outcome followed shifts in 105 members who had opposed it previously, with the premier’s guidance prompting rapid passage. Washington notes the state department warned Americans to avoid exposure in guerrilla warfare zones and pledged pursuit of those responsible for the crime.
Washington Jan. 12 Representative Buchanan's impeachment charges against United States Attorney Mars Hall of New York were referred to the house judiciary committee amid opposition by Chairman Webb who said the panel failed to find evidence. Indications are that unless proof is produced there will be no developments.
Senators Stone chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee Borah and others speak and a resolution introduced by Sherman of Illinois excites Congress with calls for immediate action.
Secretary Lansing's communication to Consul Silliman details the murder of 15 American mining associates near Chihuahua City as General Villa forces operate. The note urges immediate action, punishment of perpetrators, and dispatch of federal forces to secure the Chihuahua region amid Carranza's control.
Washington lawmakers pressed for action after 17 American citizens were killed near Chihuahua City. Senators Stone and Borah urged firm protection or possible intervention if Carranza fails to safeguard Americans, arguing for a clear stand against hostagelike bandit violence and demands for accountability.
Rome reports two Italian steamers Brindisi and Citta di Palermo sunk by mines in the Adriatic. Brindisi passengers lost half, crew saved. Citta di Palermo, an armed vessel, nearly all aboard saved. Brindisi sunk Jan 6, Citta di Palermo Jan 9. report also notes a Berlin summons for Prince von Buelow.
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