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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1916
Page
3
Mexico City reports say President Wilson's demands for freeing prisoners in Chihuahua are under review with a decision expected soon. El Paso dispatch notes Trevino warned he would shoot the American prisoners if an armed rescue is attempted.
Illinois First Cavalry sails to Brownsville while other Illinois units march to San Antonio. Kansas forces proceed to Eagle Pass. Wisconsin and Missouri troops head for Laredo. Central Department plans additional departures as regiments become ready and equipped for the border move.
Nine carloads of Japanese under Japanese officers are said to be en route from Monterey to Chihuahua City to reinforce the Carranza garrison. Refugees also claim Monterey steel works are controlled by the Mexican government and producing artillery and rifle ammunition with Japanese experts directing.
Washington reports Carranza must release American prisoners by midnight or U S forces will act. Officials say the focus is on freeing twenty four soldiers held in Chihuahua with potential for a prisoner exchange. In Mexico near Narcozari two Americans were killed and one captured after a fence cutting dispute with cowboys.
Mrs Harrison was convicted today of the murder of W. L. Warren and sentenced to five years. The jury reported before noon after a Saturday afternoon trial. the defendant broke down as the verdict was read. Troops were also mentioned as soon to arrive, with references to militia movements near Brownsville.
United Press reports Art Smith, who flew at the Panama Exposition and the Dallas Fair, is expected to return from Japan to join the American aviation corps.
The upcoming Triangle Plays event is scheduled for tomorrow at the Best venue. Organizers promote a lively program and expect strong audience turnout with performances by local groups.
Austin June 27 Captain Joe A Owens superintendent of Public Buildings and Grounds has doubled the capitol police force as a precaution against possible Mexican depredations. Mexicans are barred from the basement and dome and any entering must be searched.
Harold Lockwood and May Allison star in The Come-Back at Queen tomorrow, delivering a revival of the popular stage romance. Local theatergoers are urged to reserve seats for the matinée and evening performances.
Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Arrington of Shreveport La have a new daughter named Mary Zelemah in honor of the grandmother Mrs. Henry Gates. The Arringtons will stay in Bonham until fall with Mr. and Mrs. Gates.
A local entertainment note announces Bullets and Brown Eyes performing tomorrow at The Beat venue. The piece highlights a likely lively show with a promised strong musical lineup and local audience appeal.
Sir Roger Casement faces a treason indictment after a motion to quash was overruled. He testified that the Irish rebellion was not inspired by Germany and that he did not accept money from Germany. He denied urging Irish prisoners in German camps to join Turkish and German forces.
Six Mexicans, believed to be the gunmen who killed William Parker and his bride near Hachita, were reported killed in a clash on the U.S. side last night near Columbus New Mexico.
Washington reports the State Department expects Carranza's reply by early afternoon based on a telegram from Consul Rodgers received near midnight. Arredondo sent a note protesting American forces conduct in Mexico, demanding punishment for guilty soldiers and measures to prevent recurrence.
Miss Clara Case, former head of the Spanish department at Texas Christian University, travels from Monterey to Fort Worth and describes intense anti American feeling in parts of Mexico. She warns Americans of danger, notes trains to the border, and says the U.S. will fund departures for citizens seeking refuge. She observes Mexico’s ruin, hunger, and currency issues as war looms.
Metro film feature titled The Come Back stars May Allison and Harold Lockwood. The piece highlights their star appeal and the film's reception in city theaters.
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