United States presses effort after Mexican outrages
Congress reacts to a new Mexican incident as calls mount for strong anti bandit action. United States demands capture and hangings for the 17 American victims amid ongoing controversy.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1916
Page
10
Congress reacts to a new Mexican incident as calls mount for strong anti bandit action. United States demands capture and hangings for the 17 American victims amid ongoing controversy.
Washington January 12 Congress swayed by indignation over the killing of Americans by Mexican bandits near Chihuahua. Senators Borah Gallinger Stone and Sherman pressed for intervention or forceful action if Carranza cannot protect Americans. House discussions echoed calls while aiming to avoid war, with mixed views on timing and policy.
Report from El Paso states 19 foreigners were killed west of Santa Ysabel by Mexican bandits led by General Pablo Lopez aligned with General Villa. Survivor Thomas Holmes described the massacre after fleeing to Chihuahua City. military trains and mining executives' cars were attacked. Carranza troops were noted as absent protection.
An interview with the Plant Juice Man based at Liggett Drug Company asserts Plant Juice relieves stomach diseases and that early relief prevents misery. Mrs. Josephine Rosseau of 33 Grand Avenue testifies the remedy cured five years of indigestion and dyspepsia after five weeks of use.
A verified list names 19 men killed by Mexican bandits. Among the dead are C. R. Watson and W. J. Wallace of El Paso, M. B. Romero of El Paso, T. M. Evans of Chihuahua City, C. A. Pringle of San Francisco, R. P. MacHatton of El Paso, and others from Denver, Bisbee, Hayden, Miami, Los Angeles, and Douglas.
The Sherman resolution urges U S intervention in Mexico citing years of civil strife, American and European losses, and the weak Carranza government. It calls for Carranza to protect lives and property and invites Western hemisphere governments to join in possible intervention to restore peace and order.
Debates in the House rise as Representative Dyer pushes a resolution demanding the President report on abandoning the watchful waiting stance and invading Mexico. The call emphasizes securing peaceful citizens and establishing a government to sustain protection, suggesting U S withdrawal only after order is restored.
Lawmakers plan to bring the Car ranza issue before the House as members discuss the administration Mexican policy. Supporters vow to defend the policy while opponents prepare sharp criticisms and questions during the day.
The American embassy announced that going forward any passport applications with uncertainty will be referred to British police for investigation. The move was disclosed from London on January 12.
An advertisement warns that acid in the stomach irritates and inflames the stomach lining causing trouble. It asserts ordinary medicines fail to address the acid source and promotes Bisulated Magnesia as an effective antacid taken after meals to neutralize acid and prevent fermentation. It recommends keeping it on hand and using it after meals to eat without distress.
An advertisement promises a simple self treatment to improve facial skin using mercorized wax to remove dead skin and a faxolite lotion mix to soften wrinkles. The method involves applying wax at night, washing off in the morning, and repeating daily for a clearer, smoother complexion.
Keene New Hampshire residents Thomas B. Holmes and George W. Newman are identified as survivors and victims of a Mexican train massacre. Holmes, son of Judge L. W., escaped as 17 companions were killed by bandits on the prior Monday.
The Times reports in London that Lord Chelmsford is to be the new viceroy of India. The announcement sets the stage for imperial leadership in the Indian administration.
Appetizing oysterettes enhance stews soups and salads and taste great eaten alone. The reader is invited to try these crackers to gauge their quality and appeal in any dish or as a standalone snack.
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