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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1914
Page
6
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President Wilson issues an ultimatum to General Huerta demanding an immediate salute to the American flag and reparation for years of indignities to U S citizens. The move follows Tampico arrests and censored dispatches, signaling a firm, Congress-backed policy.
Orders issued for naval demonstrations on both coasts alert General Huerta that the United States will use its most powerful maritime force to compel actions in the southern republic. Huerta has about a week to respond before warships reach Mexican waters while foreign governments are informed of Washington’s stance on the Tampico incident.
The statement to Congress details Washington’s view of the Mexican situation. It cites Mexican defiance over apologies, the Tampico arrest of a U S orderly, and telegraph censorship delaying official despatches, reflecting ongoing U S concerns and responses.
Four U S dreadnoughts led by Rear Admiral Badger steamed from Hampton Roads toward Tampico to reinforce the American naval force off Mexico. The voyage follows incidents at Tampico and Vera Cruz with Mexican authorities, drawing White House and State Department action and potential troop deployment if necessary.
Huerta faces American demand for a salute to the U S flag as a test of sovereignty. Senate leaders debate reparations and possible landing of forces in Mexican ports without a formal declaration of war. Page 7 first column notes looming crisis and administration resolve.
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