U S Warns Carranza on Attacks and War Threats
Washington June 21 United States notes to Gen Carranza warn no withdrawal of American troops from Mexico and that any attempt to attack US soldiers will trigger war The note cites bandit raids on Brownsville Progreso and other border incidents and accuses Carranza authorities of inaction and complicity.
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Union News Service
Washington
United States
Carranza
Mexico
Department of State
Mexican Republic
Rio Grande
Brownsville
Red House Ferry
Progreso Post
Navarrete
Tamaulipas
Nuevo Leon
Coahuila
Chihuahua
Sonora
Cusi
Villa
Rubio
Santa Ysabel
Arredondo
Durango
Castro
Lopez
Columbus
Scott
Funston
Obregon
Mexican
U. S
Robert Lansing
Tex
Matamorosa
E. P. Nafarate
Americans Reported Massacred Rumor Near Monterey
The Brownsville report says travelers arriving in Matamoros heard a rumor of Americans massacred at Cerralvo Nuevo Leon. One American, James Hughes, is reportedly in Cerralvo with uncertain details. A woman said some Americans were taken from a train near Monterey and may have been killed.
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Brownsville
Tex
Matamoros
Monterey
Cerralvo
Nuevo Leon
James Hughes
Xitie
Special Trains for Fleeing Americans From Mexico City
Special agent Rodgers in Mexico City arranged a special train to move Americans and other foreigners from Mexico City to Vera Cruz. He remained at his post as demonstrations and mass meetings grew in intensity with anti American sentiment but no open violence was reported.
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Washington
Rodgers
Mexico City
State Department
Vera Cruz
Ultimatum to Mexico on Carrizal prisoners release
Washington transmits the note to the Mexican de facto government demanding the immediate release of the Carrizal prisoners and their property. The document states the United States intends to pursue a defined course of action and seeks an early, official diplomatic response through normal channels.
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Carrizal
Union News Service
Washington
James Linn Rodgers
Mexico City
Arredondo
Mexican War Department
Jacinto B. Trevino
Pershing
Chihuahua
United States
Mexico
Gooseberries and Heirloom Spoons Highlight Fulton Anniversary
At a Fulton Missouri wedding anniversary guests tasted canned gooseberries 25 years old using spoons dating 180 years. The feature notes heritage items passing through generations, while a Red Cross Bag Blue laundry advert finishes the ad.
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Fulton
Bluebirds for the Nursery Feature Spreads Delicate Decor
The article notes the bluebird motif appearing in nursery decor. It highlights a growing trend with white ivory finishes and bluebird decorations in multiple sizes. The bird is pictured fluttering across children's items, bringing charm to the space.
Janet's Aviator Suitor Draws Sky Parlor Tease
A playful line contrasts Janet's young aviator beau with an invitation to entertain him in the sky parlor, hinting at romance and aviation fascination in light literary fashion.
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Janet
Mexican laborers disarmed at Fort Huachuca Arizona
Approximately 150 Mexican laborers on the Fort Huachuca reservation and nearby were disarmed by Lieut. B. E. Grisell's command. Forty Americans living near the fort were armed to aid defense against raids. Less than 100 soldiers remain at Fort Huachuca.
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Fort Huachuca
Tombstone
Ariz
BE. L. Grisell
Tenth Troopers Heroes at Carrizal Action
Field dispatches detail the Carrizal engagement on the 21st where Captain Charles T. Boyd led his squad toward a Mexican machine gun trench. Boyd was mortally wounded while directing Grov Troop C and the 84 men. 13 killed, 17 prisoners, 33 returned to camp, 21 unaccounted.
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Columbus
N. M
Tenth Cavalry
Carrizal
Charles T. Boyd
Gen. Pershing
Corp. Green
Boyd
Slightly Known Neighbor Sparks Witty Local Tales
A traveling visitor hears farmyard jests about Stonepark and Hillhead in agricultural talk. The old farmer Stonepark wore a shadow of danger as a culprit, yet the son of Stonework was his father. The tale ties family ties to a fading farmer and a sly joke on identity.
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Stonepark
Hillhead
London
From Our New Dictionary Cipher Something One Can Get For Nothing
A playful dictionary entry noting Cipher as something one can always obtain for nothing and Ignorance described as bliss or blisters. Clove is a scent used to hide suspicion while Egg is what a hen says when she cannot stand it. Compromise is an agreement where two parties get what they do not want, attributed to the Indianapolis Star.
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Indianapolis Star
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A fragmentary exchange questions whether a new national anthem is needed and notes the old one is forgotten. The speaker suggests performers might help teach a new song by reciting or singing it for audiences.
Officials urged action on city hall location
Quote reflects dissatisfaction with city officials and calls for action. Suggests moving city hall closer to the baseball grounds to reduce travel time for officeholders. The remarks convey local government critique and a proposed convenience measure.
Avoiding Discussion About Political Credit
A dialogue fragment shows one speaker urging to credit his wife for knowledge of the political situation while another agrees to acknowledge her broadly without requiring her to speak. The exchange hints at navigating attribution and responsibility in a tense context.
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Dr. Growcher
Patriot’s call echoes as man争 insists on service
A fragmented speech depicts a speaker declaring “My country calls me” and urging others to serve. The emotional patriot argues it should be unnecessary to ask for willing contribution and faults a colleague for not being on the job.
Natural Effect of a Belle in a Victorian Voice
A fragment notes Aliss Gwendolyn with a ringing voice described as belle like. The line suggests admiration of her charm and presence, hinting at social regard and a celebrity aura in a historical context.
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Aliss Gwendolyn
Tomato Sauce Relish With Green Pepper and Onion
A simple relish for tomato sauce combines green pepper and onion. Served with omelette the dish gains a bright, savory accent.
Albumen in Wheat and Egg-Production Claim
Professor Dawley states chemical analysis shows wheat has more albumen than any other grain, making it the best base for egg producing food. He argues wheat’s higher albumen content supports its use in poultry nutrition and egg production diets.
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Dawley
Candidate for Sister's Hand Fails to Keep Pledges
A brief item from the Kaensas City Journal reports that the candidate who won out did not redeem the numerous pledges promised in relation to a sister's hand. The notice reflects local sentiment on political accountability and personal commitments.
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Kaensas
City Journal
Kicks and Distance Exchange Between Sam and Boss
A playful exchange features Sam and the boss arguing about a mule’s kick. Sam asks how far he was from the mule after the kick, while the boss prompts with clarifying questions about the distance. The dialogue highlights comedic miscommunication and timing.
RATHER ROUGH ON TOMPKINS
A Pittsburgh Chronicle tale about a hard working shoemaker Tompkins who, after educating and dressing his two daughters, buys them a piano. He learns the first tune they learned was Everyone Works But Father, revealing a humorous family dynamic.
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Tompkins
Pittspurgh Chronicle
Nephew Perry Pert Sparking Button Buster Fame
The Kansas City Star quotes Isaac Ickery on Perry Pert’s humor and talent in the Star beams column. A paper handed him a picture of Czar Ferdinand of Bulgaria prompts the quip Goodness only nose.
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Perry Pert
Starbeams
Isaac Ickery
Czar Ferdinand
Bulgaria
Kansas City Star
Fragmented Florida note mentions jam and Everglades
The garbled text references jam on bread or trolley cars and notes fish abundance in the Everglades, suggesting a stray fragment from a local item about food and wildlife.
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