President Calls Militia for Duty in Mexican Border
President Wilson mobilizes virtually all state National Guard units and the District of Columbia into federal service to guard the Mexican border. About 100,000 troops will be readied under General Funston for border duties with no new incursions planned, while Navy vessels are sent to Mexican waters. The crisis follows Carranza demand to withdraw Pershing expedition and reports of a border clash near La Benito Texas.
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Militia Called for Border Guard Duty Across States
President Wilson ordered militia from all states to the Mexican border for possible service. Secretary Baker said units would deploy wherever needed, with Brig. Gen. Alfred Mills estimating a minimum mobilization of about 100,000. Oregon, Washington, and Idaho mobilize or prepare for swift callups as Mexican forces call for volunteers amid rising tensions.
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Democrats Nominate Wilson by Acclamation in Current Week
Live news brief notes Democrats nominate Wilson by acclamation for the current week. The digest summarizes world happenings and Pacific Northwest items condensed for busy readers.
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Platform Adopts Democratic Platform After Session Rows
The Democratic National Convention finished its three day session by adopting the platform, including Americanism and woman suffrage planks. A heated debate over suffrage delayed adoption, but Montana delegates urged Wilson’s support, and the plank passed 888 to 1834. The full platform was approved without a roll call. Separately, reports mention diplomatic funding requests and street violence in Redding California with injuries and jailings among Mexicans.
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Convention Acts In Harmony Amid World Turmoil
Amid global conflict, major powers face military and political shifts. Czernowitz falls under siege as Austrians retreat, while Pershing orders cavalry moves against Villa bands in Mexico. Wilson’s nomination dominates Democratic convention with Bryan speaking, and war measures touch U.S. clerks and guards.
Carranza Demands Refused By Wilson In Mexico Crisis
Washington notes show President Wilson and advisers prepare for possible hostilities after Carranza rejects recall of American troops. National Guards mobilize for border defense, with 100000 plus ready for service if war comes. Mexico reportedly massing forces near Del Rio as tensions spike. Two American sailors captured by Mexicans later released, per ambassador reports.
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Carranza Reiterates Order In Mexico City War Talk
Mexico City General Carranza reiterated that any movement of American troops southward would be hostile. Mexican leaders addressed 10,000 people in the great square near the cathedral and municipal palacio, with War Minister Obregon among speakers. Yuestan declares war as Mexico issues proclamation ordering all Americans out and a state of war against the United States.
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