War Spirit Slips as Vera Cruz Operations Continue
From Vera Cruz to Washington reports outline Americans tightening control around the city, with rear Admiral Fletcher directing landings and pumps powered by oil. In Washington President Wilson tells the House appropriations chair no new war funds are needed yet while the volunteer army bill moves to the President for signature. Rioting in Mexico City prompts mass escapes of foreigners and threats to American properties as rumors fly of Huerta orders and border actions.
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House
Senate
House of Representatives
Mexico City
Associated Press
Vera Cruz
Obs
American Club
Mexican Herald
Huerta
el Paso
Louisiana
Colquitt orders militia to border and deploys troops
Governor Colquitt orders an entire militia regiment from Austin to Brownsville for border patrol. He may dispatch two more regiments if the War Department does not approve extra forces. War Secretary Garrison says troops are being sent. In Galveston, the Fifth Brigade of the regular army embarks for Vera Cruz after a year at Texas City.
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Colquitt
Associated Press
Austin
Tex
Brownsville
Secretary of War
Galveston
Regular Army
Texas City
Vera Cruz
War Department
Customs officers to aid in arms embargo against shipments to Mexico
The Treasury Department ordered all customs collectors to cooperate with the Army Department in enforcing the arms embargo on shipments to Mexico, restored yesterday.
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Associated Press
Washington
Treasury Department
Army Department
Mexico
El Paso Quiets as Galveston Moves Toward Mexico
El Paso reports a peaceful night as Galveston troops load for Mexico while Juarez rebels and American forces stay alert. The city remains an armed camp ready for an emergency.
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el Paso
Tex
Galveston
Mexico
Juarez
Senate Passes Volunteer Army Bill
The Senate approved the volunteer army bill, advancing military staffing plans as part of wartime measures in Washington. The Associated Press reports the vote, with lawmakers signaling swift Senate action on conscription alternatives during April.
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Fassenate
Associated Press
Washington
Senate
J Sidney Smith Seeks Re election as Tax Assessor
The Eagle announces J Sidney Smith as candidate for renomination to the office of tax assessor. Raised in Reliance, he is noted as a loyal county official, diligent in maintaining tax rolls and boosting assessed valuations while aiding taxpayers. If reelected, he promises continued service and courtesy to voters.
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J. Sidney Smith
Smith
Supreme Court Tests National Guard Volunteers Law
The Supreme Court began proceedings to decide if the National Guard can be sent to Mexico or other foreign territory without mustering as volunteers. The case tests the militia law, seeks to align volunteers with the regular army, and outlines a four year enlistment with presidential control and possible disbandment after the war.
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Associated Press
Washington
Supreme Court
Mexico
Cabinet More Hopeful Over Mexican Situation
Washington April 24 after a two hour session the Cabinet members were more optimistic about the Mexican situation and they also considered the Colorado strike.
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Washington
Colorado
President and staff plan for Vera Cruz force buildup
Washington April 24. With all warships heading to Mexican coasts the President and his war staff push ahead with their plans. A brigade from Galveston will bring 10 000 troops to Vera Cruz. The location of Charge Nelson O Shaughnessy remains unknown.
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Washington
Galveston
Vera Cruz
Nelson O'Shaughnessy
Eagle submits name for Democratic voters in the county
The Eagle continues to administer office affairs and submits his name as a candidate claiming the Democratic voters of the county. The brief note emphasizes his ongoing service and petition for support among local Democrats.
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Tinue
Eagle
Thorough Sweep Improves Main Street Appearance
City Engineer Adams oversees a four hour thorough sweep of Main Street from midnight to early morning improving its look. The mayor plans nightly cleaning and will sprinkle in the afternoon before sweeping nightly to maintain cleanliness.
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Main
Adams
Letter From Mrs. Erwin Smith From Tampico Aboard Utah
Mrs Erwin Smith wife of a former A M boy writes to her mother in Houston from Tampico aboard the battleship Utah April 14 recounting travel aboard war vessels with other women and details of moving to safety. She notes no major danger, persistent Northers and relief at Stars and Stripes protection, mentioning her first month of marriage and husband Erwin a civil engineer in town.
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Erwin Smith
Houston
Tampico
Erwin
Vesel
Vera Cruz
Utah
Connecticut
Stars and Stripes
A Jar of Ginger and Political Quarrels
excerpts from papers joke about party splits and a New York politician facing a defamation suit. The Times-Democrat notes voters could influence a postponement to negate the boss charge. The Atlanta Journal laments a delayed excuse for a married man. The Milwaukee Journal hints at new waffle weave fabrics for breakfast gowns.
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New York
New Orleans Times-Democrat
Atlanta Journal
Milwaukee Journal
County Court Jury Discharged and Cases Rescheduled
The county court jury for the week was discharged today. All cases set for this week were reset for a later time next week, and the court adjourned until next Monday.
Rain Boosts Farm Outlook Across Regions
Rain arrived today as if sent by special order and benefits farming interests. Crop reports from all sections are encouraging and the overall outlook is promising.
Hensarling promotes farm implements for season
The notice urges farmers to prepare for a wet season as grass grows and cultivation increases. It highlights Hensarling Mercantile Co as carrying a wide range of farm tools including John Deere equipment, described as the best on earth.
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Hensarling
Hensarling Mercantile CO
Will Gibson Dead At Calvert After Illness
News reached W. R. Fairman that Will Gibson died at his Calvert home at 1:30 a m after a two week illness. He was a partner with Fairman in the Queen Theatre in Calvert and was well known in Bryan with many friends who regret his death.
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W. R. Fairman
Will Gibson
Calvert
Gibson
Fairman
Queen Theatre
Bryan
Notice to Canners in Brazos County
M. S. Broach of Bryan Texas advertises special arrangements with a large fruit can factory for cans this season. Canners should send cash with orders and act quickly to have supplies ready for first fruits and berries. Phone 1447.
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Brazos County
M. S. Broach
Bryan Texas
Taft Warns Yale Students War in Mexico A Difficult Gamble
Former President William H. Taft at Yale warns war in Mexico would be grim costly and lengthy. He cites manpower needs 350 000 to 500 000 troops and compares the challenge to the Philippine guerrilla fight. He hopes God may avert such a war and stresses postwar political turmoil.
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William H. Taft
Yale
Sherman
Mexico
Philippines
Leo M. Frank Found Not Guilty in Mary Phagan Case
Atlanta April 23 Leo M. Frank once condemned for the Mary Phagan murder was declared innocent in a National detective agency report. The report blames a negro factory sweeper for the crime and cites a defense hired investigator. Court motions on a new trial and verdict-set aside were postponed due to a death in defense counsel's family. The extraordinary motion will be heard today and the other Friday May 15.
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Atlanta
Leo M. Frank
Mary Phagan
National Pencil Factory
Frank
Plan for Elimination in State Comptroller Race
Dallas April 23. Worth S. Ray Charles B White and Tom F McClure hold three way plan to drop two candidates from the State Comptroller contest. The choice will be made by the candidates within a few days without committee influence. Ray says the plan will be carried out in three to four days and the winner will secure endorsement from the State advisory committee.
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Dallas
Tex
State Comptroller. Worth
S. Ray
Charles B. White
Tom F. McClure
Mr. Ray
Anxious City Reacts to Vera Cruz Clash News
The Eagle reports the first account of the Vera Cruz clash with four American soldiers killed and twenty wounded. News spread quickly and sparked feverish interest as calls for front-line updates and government demands grew amid war-like sentiment. Public mood mirrors conditions from the 1890s conflict.
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Eagle
Vera Cruz
United States
Spain
Washington Aroused Over Mob Reports
Washington sources report unconfirmed rumors that Mexican mobs killed Americans and that American railroad workers were arrested at Orizaba. The administration sought verification while reiterating readiness to deploy up to 30 000 troops if needed and to reinforce the Mexican border guard. Governor Colquitt asked if federal aid could cover Texas militia costs. no authority was found.
Fire and fighting rages in Nuevo Laredo
Destruction continues as Nuevo Laredo remains ablaze with hundreds of destitute refugees. Federal troops and volunteers guard bridges while dynamiting public buildings and firing on the American side. A clash results in three Americans and twelve Mexicans killed amid cross border exchanges.
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Associated Press
Laredo
Tex
Nuevo Laredo
United States
Dishonored Statue of Washington Pulled Down in Mexico City
In Mexico City a mob led by Jose Huerta, son of President Huerta, toppled the statue of George Washington last night. Two American men were rescued from the mob by Huerta's aides.
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Associated Press
Vera Cruz
Mexico
George Washington
Mexico City
Jose Huerta
President Huerta
Huerta
U S Troops Ordered to Vera Cruz for Duty
Secretary of War Garrison stated that United States troops sent to Vera Cruz are moving there to perform duty. The April 25 report notes the mission’s purpose as a military obligation and adds no further details about operations or dates.
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Washington
United States
Vera Cruz
Bryan pair leaves for Montana to join Threet Bros.
George Goodman and Mack Sanders departed for Glasgow Montana to take posts with Threet Bros Construction Co. Both Bryan natives with several local friends sending best wishes. Mrs Goodman will join after a visit to relatives.
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George Goodman
Mack Sanders
Glasgow
Mont
Threet Bros. Construction Co
Bryan
Goodman
W. J. Coulter Dry Goods
Port Arthur
Sewer Line Underway On West City Block
A large crew lays an important sewer line starting at Austin street and running south on Wheelock street. It serves about twenty houses and ends at the Episcopal rectory, with roughly twelve hundred feet of pipe installed.
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City
Austin Street
Wheelock Street
Episcopal Rectory
Tenth Grade English Scores and Student Names
A list of tenth grade English scores includes Cora Cloud 70, Lucy Harrison 98, Richie Newland 80, Lois Pipkid 94, Sarah L Powers 78, Ruby South 94, Bettie L Weaver 84, Aubre y Wilkerson 95, Frankie Wilson 3, Carl Wipprecht 0, Frank Wittman 80, Conn Gibbs 90, and Charles Crawford 100 on ninth grade English.
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Cora Cloud
Lucy Harrison
Richie Newland
Lois Pipkid
Sarah L. Powers
Ruby South
Bettie L. Weaver
Aubrey Wilkerson
Frankie Wilson
Carl Wipprecht
Frank Wittman
Conn Gibbs
Charles Crawford
U S Reparation Aim Reiterated in Note to Carranza
The State Department released its note to Carranza in Washington on April 25. It states the United States will seek reparation from Huerta and will not engage in hostilities against the Constitutionalists.
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Associated Press
Washington
State Department
Carranza
United States
Huerta
Governor Hunt asks for troops to patrol Arizona border
Washington reports Governor Hunt of Arizona communicated with the administration about sending troops to patrol the Arizona border. Telegrams from Arizona to Senator Ashurst describe Mexican restlessness along the border.
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Associated Press
Washington
Hunt
Arizona
Ashurst
Four Americans reportedly killed in Mexico City mob
Vera Cruz reports an unconfirmed massacre of four Americans by a Mexico City mob last night. Officials say the claim is doubtful and communication with the interior is cut off. Refugees describe intense anti American sentiment and authorities warn the Americans face grave danger.
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Associated Press
Vera Cruz
Mexico
el Dictamen
Mexico City
Refugees report terror as mob attacks Mexico City area
Consul Canada at Vera Cruz reports several Americans seized from refugee trains leaving Mexico City. Refugees describe a reign of terror. American owned stores valued at fifty thousand pesos destroyed. A coordinated mob attack is feared.
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Associated Press
Washington
Canada
Vera Cruz
Mexico City
Amercan
Navy announces free movement for Mexicans at Vera Cruz
Navy official statements from Rear Admiral Badger following instruction from Daniels declare that all Mexicans may come and go at will in Vera Cruz, reflecting a policy shift in movement rights.
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Associated Press
Washington
Secretary of the Navy
Daniels
Badger
Vera Cruz
Buggy Smashed After Horse Runs Away
A horse owned by Prof. J. C. Burns of College bolted on Bryan street around 4 pm yesterday. It smashed the buggy into a wagon and a telephone pole. no one rode in the buggy at the time.
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J. C. Burns
College
Bryan Street
City council orders street sweeper from Dallas firm
The city council has placed an order with the Austin-Weston Company of Dallas for a steel street sweeper with a nine-foot brush. The vehicle will be pulled by two mules and is expected to arrive in a few days on Main Street.
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Austin-Weston Company of
Dallas
Main Street
Estray Ox in Brazos County Seized for Claim
The state of Texas Brazos County reports an estray red work ox about six years old taken up by W J Lang before Justice L D McGee Precinct 4. Marked crop off right ear underslope underbit left ear branded IX on right side. Appraised at 25 00 dollars. Owners urged to prove property pay charges and reclaim or face legal disposal. Dated April 24 1914. (Seal) W S Higgs Clerk County Court Brazos County.
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State OF Texas
County of
Brazos
W. J. Lang
L. D. McGee
Justice of the Peace
Brazos County
W. S. Higgs
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