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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1916
Page
9
The article recalls an eastward advance by American forces near Carrizal Chihuahua where Mexican troops engaged them, resulting in casualties and 17 American prisoners. The U S government demands immediate prisoner release and a formal diplomatic reply through proper channels.
Two million rounds of ammunition bound for Carranza authorities in Mexico were seized by U S customs officials and sent by special train to San Antonio supply stores today in Laredo Texas.
Advert reads George Clark owner of the black stallion Gaudaur prepared to race again with driver Guy Wilkes. Mentions Clark’s past speeds from Chicago to Boston and notes his recovery from rheumatism aided by Varne sis a claimed remedy. Includes address 30 Mystic St Arlington Mass and promotion for Varne sis with testimonial quotes and request to contact W A Varney Lynn Mass.
More than 30 percent of non commissioned officers and members of the first squadron Massachusetts Cavalry balked when taking the oath to place them in federal service. Commissioned officers were sworn in by Captain Ralph McCoy. Refusal stemmed from two main conditions.
Troopers debate the muster oath amid family concerns and schooling fears. Captain Gallup and other commanders explain the oath terms as work and reserve commitments loom, while many officers and privates resist haste to sign.
In Concord on June 25 visitors crowded the State camp ground despite heavy rain as militiamen underwent physical exams in an old mess house. Lt Col Snyder led the sanitary troop checks while Maj Russell Wilkins oversaw the medical staff and Maj Reuben Miller redirected to South Carolina. Malden police cycle squad unveiled khaki uniforms matching government issue.
A vast throng swarmed Camp Whitney Framingham on June 25 to bid farewell to troops to Texas. Rainfell heavily as families, relatives, and thousands of admirers pressed into Chestnut Hill. Boston tramways diverted and trains filled, cars crowded, with passengers clinging to fenders and roofs. By 2 PM the transportation system was demoralized.
A historic crowd packed Framingham for a camp gathering, far larger than the 1898 farewell throng. People ferried in by auto, team, streetcar, and train, clogging roads and triggering near-riot conditions. Train cars and packed eateries faced dire strain as Framingham ran low on food and services.
Captain Morey recounts a night battle in which his unit retreated two platoons about a mile, he was wounded, Captain Boyd was killed, and Lieutenant Adair vanished. Three men carried him two miles before abandoning him as he weakened with blood loss and dehydration. General Pershing and Funston discuss the transmission and en route of Morey’s note.
Major recruitment effort for the Second Maine Regiment aims to raise full war strength with new volunteers beyond coast artillery units. Equipment, pending for days, is due to arrive, while Governor Curtis visits the state encampment and officers undergo U S A led examinations. A number may be rejected due to eyesight under federal rules.
Vermont's National Guard mobilized at Camp Governor Gates was sworn into federal service. About 50 officers and 1120 privates subscribed to the oath, representing 90 percent of the force.
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