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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
1
A concise report notes a smooth mobilizing effort that succeeds in prompting men to act. Authorities emphasize timely response and coordinated coordination across teams to meet urgent needs. The piece highlights disciplined execution and collective readiness.
Adjt. Gen. Greenan reports smooth mobilization as Montana National Guard units prepare for deployment to Fort Harrison. Recruiting stations opened statewide, horses or mules needed, and pay scales outlined from private to colonel while government reimburses state costs.
Any F ready, perce temeent a nd Montana mustered in fant peace strength of 65 officers and men last night, camping in their armory. The company expected to leave Tuesday night for Fort Harrison, but orders to keep recruiting arrived from Adjutant Greenand. Captain Marhe thinks the move may be delayed a few days. The company is ready to move when ordered, and Allies City Wand and citizens will bid them farewell.
In Bozeman Captain Erastus H. Williams orders the Montana National Guard to city muster. About 60 members undergo physical exams by Dr. C B Lump. Roughly 20 members are college students eager to depart as the Commercial tells readers later.
In the Standard Page a dramatic wire dispatch notes Mexican forces moving toward Cananea and Cananea area amid warnings of Americans in peril. The report highlights diplomatic strain, fort activity, and mounting tension along the border with references to Cananea and Mexico City.
An ultimatum amounting to a declaration of war against the United States was served on Commander Arthur Kavanaugh of the gunboat Annapolis by General Flores, Carranza governor of Sinaloa. Americans in Mazatlan were urged to leave the area. clashes wounded several Mexicans and sailors, with two American officers captured and later released.
San Diego Cal June 18 flagship cruiser San Diego with Admiral Cameron Winslow will sail at midnight for Guaymas or Mazatlan. Cruiser Chattanooga leaves this afternoon for Acapulco and cruiser Denver for Salina Cruz. Ships under Admirals Winslow and Fullam head to west coast of Mexico at top speed. Maryland and South Dakota slated for southern duty. Milwaukee destroyers Truxton Hull Hopkins Stewart expected to join southward. Fleet of 17 cruisers gunboats and destroyers including ships now in Mexican waters.
A small bridge on the International and Great Northern railway 30 miles east of Laredo was burned tonight. Texas rangers report investigations into possible Mexican bandit or sympathizer involvement. The night train to Laredo is delayed awaiting bridge reconstruction. In Maine, Milliken of Island Falls leads for the Republican governor nomination and Frederick Hale of Portland leads for the U S Senate nomination after the primary closes two hours earlier.
Waukegan June 19 two telephone operators Mary Dunn and Edith Kennedy testified they heard part of the telephone wire conversation between William Orpet and Marian Lambert on February 8 the night before her death The witnesses who knew Marian said the call took place about evening time and they discussed religious matters and fears of discovery The defense lawyers were not able to cross examine fully and the witnesses were to be recalled The letters between Orpet and Marian suggested the possibility of a meeting The report notes the testimony of Mrs Kennedy who used her maiden name Liddke and that Marian knew Orpet’s voice indicating he followed her home at least once
Douglas Arizona dispatch reports civil governor Adolfo de la Huerta ordering Sonora residents to arm for defense as Cananea sees violent demonstrations. About 850 Americans remain in Cananea amid threats and guard actions, risking closure of the Consolidated Copper company smelter and Democrata mining properties and paralysis of a 20 000 person community.
Admiral Henry T. Mayo assumed command today of the Atlantic Fleet of the United States Navy, succeeding Admiral Jank F. Fletcher in a formal transition.
In Mexico City on June 18 crowds filled streets and public squares to defend national dignity amid rising tensions with the United States. General Carranza and War Minister Obregon addressed about 10,000 protesters in the great square near the cathedral, declaring Mexico would not seek war but would defend the country if hostilities occur. The foreign office assured protection for foreigners traveling to coast ports, while an exodus of Americans began toward Vera Cruz and northern border points. A stoning at the American consulate interrupted by Vice Consul Rowe prompted protests from Mr. Rodgers. Engineers later offered a national defense plan for Carranza’s consideration.
Reports from San Antonio say Mexican troops march toward Del Rio, intent on attacking American forces near the border. General Funston and Pershing await orders as border units and militia mobilize, with units from New York, Illinois, and Pennsylvania eyed for early deployment.
Washington reports General Carranza poised for possible open hostilities after receiving Washington's note demanding recall of American troops from Mexico. President Wilson's advisers warn 100000 National Guard units may mobilize for border defense, with no immediate marching orders given. Carranza’s actions and Mexican public mood spark tensions, while U.S. officials weigh expeditionary options and congress considers a draft resolution to mobilize forces.
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