Funston Says United States Enters A Hard Task In Mexico
General Funston outlined at Fort Sam Houston plans for the punitive expedition against Villa. He cautioned against haste and described multi force entries from various points with El Paso as a base of supplies and civilian scouts aiding reconnaissance along the Mexican border.
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Overthrow of Carranza May Be Favored by U S
Washington warns of a plan to arrest Carranza and elevate General Obregon as Mexico’s de facto leader. Obregon’s move could trigger wider insurrection, widen clashes with U S troops, and push Congress to authorize volunteers if needed.
One Rail Line Could Support Pursuit of Villa
In San Antonio on March 12 the guidance notes a single railway line running southward could aid the pursuit of Villa but the expedition may travel over 200 miles from the line requiring a protected communications network to supply the search force. Transportation of food forage and ammunition would be a major task with water possibly needing carriage and hay for horses running into millions of pounds.
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Villistas Attack Train Near Torreon
Villistas under General Urbalejo attacked a Chihuahua bound train at Conejos, dynamiting the station and fighting the passengers. The assailants were repelled, with several men, believed railroad workers, killed. The five day journey train from Chihuahua was involved as local Torreon authorities reported Wilson and Funston actions. Consul Hanna aided in restoring public confidence after recent turmoil.
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Citywide Outlet Blockade Sparks Public Alarm
In the wake of widespread outages a blocking of all outlets disrupted daily life. Holdups intensified public unease as General Francisco Gonzales pushes authorities and the public to restore order and restore confidence.
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May Compromise With Carranza Proposal Negotiations In Washington
Secretary Lansing will meet the President to discuss Carranza government proposals allowing troops to cross into U S territory while pursuing Villa. It is likely the plan will be accepted in modified form. Officials doubt the Obregon plot succeeded and deny reports of plans to buy the upper half of Mexico.
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Carranza Troops Reach Mexican Border Town
Eleven hundred Carranza soldiers from Hermosillo arrived at Naco on the Arizona border en route to Agua Prieta. They are to be stationed along the eastern Sonora border to guard mining camps.
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Rome Praises US Policy Aimed at Mexico
Rome reports general satisfaction with the United States decision to act vigorously in Mexico. Political circles see it as the path to law and order and protection for foreigners, while Vatican commentary remains cautious yet accepts measures to suppress thearchy harming the church and clergy.
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