Signal corps to command air operations under Major George Squier
General Carter's plan places the field under Major George Squier as assistant to the chief signal officer of the army. The operation directs 2000 Marines to Guantanamo Cuba with 500 more from the Western coast to man Pacific fleet armored cruisers. Cruisers California South Dakota and Pennsylvania are at San Diego. West Virginia and Maryland depart Puget Sound for southern waters soon.
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San Diego
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West Virginia
Maryland
Puget Sound Navy Yard
American investment in Mexico reaches near one billion
The Bureau of American Republics cites Mexican investment rising by about 500 million in three years. In the Guadala jara district American capital spans mines, merchandise, banks, and railroads, with substantial sums tied to mining profits and rail ventures like the Kansas City Mexico & Orient. American interests dominate or greatly influence most sectors.
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Bureau of American Republics
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Guadalajara
Southern Pacific
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Sonora
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National Guard Notified to Stand Ready for Possible Mexican Border Action
Militia units in New York and governors of several states were told to keep forces in readiness should regular troops be rushed to the Mexican border. Massachusetts Adjutant-General Pearson said no mobilization order is needed now, that six hours notice would suffice if requisitioned. El Paso is named revolutionary headquarters for insurrecto activity, with Madero plans focused in northern Chihuahua and President Taft’s schedule rumored but denied.
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Chihuahua
Mexicans Divide on Action as U S Army Moves Near
The Mexican ambassador to the United States and the U S ambassador to Mexico, with Jose Ives Limantour and Gustav A. Madero, report no agreed plan to deter a large U S force on the Mexican border. Each official cites uncertainty and anxiety as talks continue in New York and Washington.
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Mexico
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Gustav A. Madero
New York City
Ammunition and coal to Des Moines as she preps for voyage
At dawn 110 tons of ammunition and 580 tons of coal were loaded for the Des Moines, with 120 tons more coal and provisions to follow. Commander John Leonard leads a crew of 27 officers, 300 sailors, and 25 Marines. The ship, ordered out of commission last week, was restored to readiness and slated to sail to Vera Cruz via New York for medical supplies.
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Boston
New York
Vera Cruz
Mexico
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Des Moines Hadeen
Navy Department
Missouri
New Jersey
Navy Yard
Hannibal
Panama Canal
Nahant
El Paso Local Rebels Rally Amid Uncertain Climate
Local El Paso residents report a small demonstration on March 8 amid uncertain local security. Organizers claim adherence to peaceful protest while authorities observe for any disruption.
General Keifer Volunteers For Third Field Campaign
General J Warren Keifer veteran of the Civil and Spanish American wars and former congressman was among White House callers today He said he was ready to take the field again at age 74 The troop movement topic came up but no information was obtainable from President Taft or the executives
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J. Warren Keifer
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White House
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Shrapnel for the Heavy Guns on the Mexican Border
Army officers in San Antonio say the border movement was driven by border conditions. A notable point is that cartridges for heavy field guns are being loaded with shrapnel.
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Tex
Coast Artillery Officers Ordered to Fortress Monroe
Five officers from Fort Adams and Fort Greble in Narragansett Bay were ordered tonight and left immediately to proceed to Fortress Monroe. The dispatch mentions Try Adamson's Balsam as a remedy for coughs colds and grippe.
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Newport
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Fortress Monroe
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