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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1916
Page
1
A domestic tragedy unfolds as a man and his wife are killed. The incident heightens tension amid a described foray involving Mexican suspects, with authorities pursuing leads and neighbors reacting to the violent event.
Fresh evidence of Carranza’s inability to protect the border follows a deadly ranch raid near Hachita New Mexico four miles from the line. William Parker and his wife Aleete killed after a desperate defense as Mexican bandits strike into U S territory. Generals on both sides prepare for possible clashes while reports of troop movements and Carranza forces concentrate east and south of Chihuahua and near Sonora.
A compact page item notes a sensational header about a murder case labeled Murdered by Mexicans, references Ellis and a festivil program near Butte, plus mentions of the Orpet case, Montana guardsmen, divorce cases, a woman in the East seeking a decent partner, a jubilee, telegraphic notes, Anaconda items, an editorial, hospital plans, a school board meeting, a theater note, W R Willcox as Republican chair, Villa as a hard nut, an upcoming firemen’s convention, district court cases, general and state news, sport, learning, and classifieds across the page.
William H Orpet faced a lengthy cross examination in the Marion Lambert murder case. The session left the young college student pale and nervous as attorney David R Joslyn probed his testimony. The packed Waukegan courtroom, largely women, heard questions about letters he wrote to Marion. The cross exists to continue tomorrow with a slim chance of finishing before week's end.
Helena reports Ringling Montana where Winfield Scott an old time prospector who moved from Nevada 59 years ago died by self poisoning. He tied a rope to a Milwaukee railroad bridge over Sixteen Mile Creek then swallowed poison and was found later in the creek. Scott once held a claim in what became Yellowstone National Park and was ejected when it was made a national reserve. Despondency is believed to have driven the act.
Sacramento June 27 Gov Hiram W Johnson a leading progressive announced he will support Charles E Hughes for the presidency. He said his record warrants the backing and urged party members to back the Republican nominee.
The destroyer Stewart sailed from port at noon to join Admiral Winslow's fleet in Mexican waters. Tor Matzatlan will depart to accompany the cruiser South Dakota, which is due from San Francisco tomorrow and will leave Thursday morning for the lower coast.
The Butte Elks unveil five days of carnival attractions with a grand schedule starting Saturday morning. Highlights include copper elk unveiling, league baseball, aviation displays, Dr. Carver and diving horses, vaudeville, fireworks, and a full parade with official ceremonies and prize awards across July 1 to July 4.
Mayor Lane vows a joyous Fourth with strict enforcement against fireworks dynamite caps firearms and ticklers. Police will arrest violators seize forbidden goods and confetti use banned though crowds will be urged to enjoy a safe great celebration, the best Butte has ever had.
Helena dispatch reports two Montana National Guard members refused to take the oath of allegiance to the United States. They were placed in a court martial as officers withheld their names and unit details. The incident occurred during mustering led by Lieut. A Hoffman.
New York reports that Theodore Roosevelt accepted an invitation to dine with Charles E Hughes at the Republican nominee's hotel. The dinner for two will be served in Hughes's suite at 4:30 tomorrow night after talks by telephone and notes between the two leaders.
Washington reports demand for unconditional release of US soldiers held at Chihuahua City. President Wilson signals possible force if Carranza refuses. State Department has no word on mediation, while Congress weighs swift action. Mexican ambassador Arredondo claims no briefing on US note and accuses embargo actions. Casualties described as minor among captured British and American personnel amid evolving diplomatic standoff.
From Nogales Arizona June 27 a group of fifteen American refugees including three women and several children arrived from Magdalena Hermosillo and Empalime by train. They report civil treatment by Mexicans despite war fears. Yaqui bands about 5000 are said to have crossed Hermosillo last week. Refugees fear Yaquis will head home once issued arms and munitions. Circulars from Hermosillo recruiting still call for arms. Darby arrived from Hermosillo in a government car with his family after travel in his own machine broke down.
New York June 27 Maj. Gen. Leonard Wood commander of the department of the East issued a statement today declaring the present system of equipping the state militia for active duty was the main reason for delays in mobilization and sending troops to the border.
Washington date June 27 reports Captain Burrage commanding the battle onto Nebraska at Vera Cruz said the tender Dixie with American refugees had sailed from Tampico for Galveston and should reach there early Friday. The Progreso station heads note the consul was leaving and would reach New Orleans in a few days.
New York dispatch reports urgent orders to entrain troops for Funston at the latest possible moment. General Fu recently requested rapid movement, with some units believed to depart tonight. Pennayle Vanlans to El Paso and District of Columbia troops to Bisbee are among the orders.
San Diego reports heavy Mexican garrison at Tia Juana near the border with Colonel Cantu as reinforcements arrive from Mexicali. About 600 Mexican troops and a field battery are on duty while 300 American regulars and state militiamen patrol the line. Coast artillery units from San Francisco and California National Guard reinforce Tecate Morena reservoir and Otay Dam areas.
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