Marines Ordered to Cuba for Possible Mexico Action
Two thousand US marines from Atlantic coast barracks were ordered to Cuba to be held in readiness for possible use in Mexico. Half depart tomorrow night from Philadelphia aboard the Meade, while the second thousand leave from Norfolk aboard the Prairie, with marines drawn from Norfolk Washington Philadelphia New York Portsmouth Boston and Charleston.
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United States
Atlantic
Cuba
Mexico
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Newport News
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Prairie
New York
Portsmouth
Boston
Charleston
Marines poised for Guantanamo as Mexico risk grows
The marines move to Guantanamo under Rear Admiral Badger ahead of possible deployment, with two army transports diverted from Newport News to Galveston and plans for Third Cavalry readiness. Taft weighs Mexico policy as reports of possible intervention spark precautionary measures nationwide and denials from State Department shield Americans overseas.
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Badger
Newport News
Galveston
Tex
Third Cavalry
Fort Sam Houston
Taft
Madero
Mexico
America
State Department
United States
Cascarets the Best Laxative for Constipation Relief
An old advertisement extols Cascarets as the best laxative to ease constipation and related woes. It promises quick relief from headaches, biliousness, dizziness, nervousness, and stomach distress, claiming a 10-cent box brings months of health and clear heads. All druggists stock Cascarets and emphasize gentle cleansing for children as well.
Taft replies to Madero on Mexican crisis and naval restraint
President Taft informs President Madero that US policy toward Mexico has been consistent for two years and denies orders to land forces. He stresses the need for peace and order, protection of American citizens, and genuine restraint, while expressing optimism for improved relations and relief of the tense situation.
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Madero
Mexico
United States
Mexican
William H. Taft
Order More Marines From Norfolk Yard
Norfolk Va February 17 following the departure of one company of marines under Lieutenant Case for Philadelphia to join a 2000 man Mexican movement the navy ordered three more companies of 200 men to get ready nearly 1000 men are quartered in the marine barracks tonight Colonel Karmany and all officers rushed to prepare for the early departure of the Wednesday detachment
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Falls Casts Shadow Over Chelsea Man's Death
Thomas Holder, 55, of 483 Clark Avenue, Chelsea, slipped on stairs at 75 Clark Avenue and fractured his skull. He was taken to Frost Hospital where doctors fear his injuries will prove fatal.
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Thomas Holder
Clark Avenue
Chelsea
Frost Hospital
Germans in Mexico Probe on Reichstag Measures
Berlin February 17 The National Liberals announced they would question the government in the Reichstag about steps the imperial chancellor was taking to protect Germans in Mexico.
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Berlin
National Liberals
Reichstag
Mexico
Truce Breach Sparks Fierce Fighting at Mexican Arsenal
Reports from Mexico City dated February 16 to 17 describe federal forces breaking armistice to press westward on the arsenal. Heavy artillery exchange ensued, with water mains used as tunnels by government troops. Casualty figures cited: about 350 Federal deaths and 400 wounded, 80 Diazists killed and 100 wounded. Ambulatory relief via Red Cross halted, bodies burned by street cleaners. Diaz demands resignations of Madero and cabinet as condition for peace.
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Vera Cruz
del Cado
Red Cross Society
Mondragon
Diaz
Madero
Jose Pino Suraez
Rafael Davila
Lopez Figueroa
Foreigners in danger from Mexico City siege report
Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson in Mexico City says no trace yet of Times correspondent Fitzgerald Slocum and describes grave danger for foreigners. He notes American rescue and medical efforts centered at the American embassy with ten service automobiles. Slocum reportedly hospitalized with heart trouble from bombardment, now convalescent.
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Los Angeles
Henry Lane Wilson
Mexico City
Harrison Gray Otis
Los Angeles Times
Times
Fitzgerald Slocum
Galveston
Cal
Slocum
United States
Cambridge Couple Is Doubly Married
Mr and Mrs Charles J Roche formerly Matilda Munroe of 106 Fayerweather Street Cambridge were married January 2 in this city by Justice of the Peace Edward D P D Tucker and on January 7 by Father A Mullen The double marriage remained unknown until last night.
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Charles J. Roche
Matilda Munroe
Fayerweather Stret
Cambridge
Hay's Hair Health promises quick hair color return
An advertiser claims Hay's Hair Health restores natural hair color and prevents fading and dandruff. The copy asserts rapid results with nightly application and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfactory.
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Ularly
Hay
Rout Diaz A Failure In Mexico City Arsenal Fight
General Huerta’s forces, unable to rout General Felix Diaz and rebels from the arsenal, lack direct range for heavy guns. Colonel Navarette reports federal efforts exhausted after a day of fast and furious fighting, with no armistice in force.
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Mexico City
Huerta
Navarette
Felix Diaz
Maderists Press Assault as Rebels Bombard City
Reports describe Huerta ordering demolitions near San Juan market and the citadel with dynamite, rebels gaining firing range from roof guns, and federal engineers retreating. The bombardment centers on the citadel area while civilians and foreigners flee toward Vera Cruz amid censorship and looming U S action.
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Huerta
San Juan Market
2000 Marines Ordered South for Possible Mexico Invasion
Three hundred fifty marines from Charlestown Portsmouth navy yards and Hingham naval magazine left the South station in two detachments to mobilize at Guantanamo and invade Mexico if needed. Detachments included 186 privates and two officers plus hospital apprentices from the Rhode Island. Colonel Pendleton to join at Hampton Roads. Trains split to Philadelphia and Norfolk. Ships stand ready if required.
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Portsmouth
Naval Magazine
Hingham
South Station
Guantanamo
Mexico
Federal Express
Rhode Island
Portsmouth Navy Yard
Charlestown Navy Yard
Joseph H. Pendleton
Portsmouth Yard
Marines Ready for Guantanamo Voyage From Philadelphia
Philadelphia troops at the navy yard prepare to embark for Guantanamo Cuba as the Meade transport arrives from Newport News. About 800 Marines plus detachments from Ports mouth Boston and Brooklyn will total ~1000 under Colonel George Barnett with 120 sharpshooters and recruits awaiting active service.
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Cuba
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Brooklyn
George Barnett
Navy Yard
North Atlantic
Cuban
Reserve Fleet May Sail Today
Philadelphia February 17 1200 marines assembled at League Island Navy Yard to sail tomorrow aboard the Meade for Guan tanamo Cuba. Atlantic reserve fleet vessels expected to put to sea at noon for Mexican waters pending official confirmation and details remaining undisclosed.
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Guantanamo
Cuba
Atlantic Reserve Fleet
Navy Yard
Reserve fleet sails on secret orders amid warship plans
Nearly 20 vessels in the reserve fleet including eleven battleships and several cruisers are under command of Rear Admiral Austin M. Knight. The flagship Connecticut leads as orders arrive from the Navy Department for the fleet to sail under sealed instructions. Secret orders were received by Commandant Grant of the Philadelphia navy yard, who would not confirm the voyage to Mexican waters.
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Grant
Philadelphia Navy Yard
Navy Department
Mexican
League Island
Ely's Cream Balm promised to relieve catarrh fast
An advertisement urges readers to try Ely's Cream Balm for clogged nostrils and head pressure. It claims instant relief from nasal blockage headache and a quick recovery from catarrh or cold symptoms by morning, urging purchase of a small bottle at any drug store.
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Ely
Wilson Watching Mexican Situation
President-elect Wilson showed keen interest in Mexico developments and was kept informed by press dispatches. He refrained from comment for now, aiming to avoid adding elements before his inauguration while watching closely for potential difficulties after taking office.
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Trenton
N. J
Wilson
Mexico
Fort Leavenworth Troops Await Orders
Fort Leavenworth Kan Feb 17 orders from the War Department directed Company E Corps of Engineers Company D Signal Corps and Field Ambulance Company 3 to prepare for active service. Tonight these units were held in quarters awaiting orders to leave with railroad plans to move the soldiers within an hour of order receipt.
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Leavenworth
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War Department
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Corps of Engineers
Signal Corps
Woman Uses Renova To Curb Husband’s Drinking
A Cobleskill woman describes using Renova to curb her husband’s drinking. She reports he drinks less, seems calmer, and has better appetite. The ad urges trying a free sample or purchasing the Renova package with a money back guarantee.
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Renova
Riker- Jaynes
Renova Co
Broadway
New York
Priest's Advice Led To Her Recovery
A Rochester New York testimonial describes recovery from tubercular peritonitis after using Eckman's Alterative. The letter notes weight gain from 72 to 125 pounds and declares the priest's suggestion helped, with claims of effectiveness against bronchitis asthma hay fever and throat and lung troubles. The ad invites readers to request a recovery booklet from Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.
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St. Mary’s Hospital
Edna Finzer
Riker-Jaynes Drug Stores
Houghton & Dutton Drug Dept
Eckman Laboratory
Philadelphia
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