Wyoming Mobilizes Two National Guard Battalions for Mexican Border Duty
The Wyoming National Guard responds to a war department order by mobilizing eight companies for possible service on the Mexican border. Maj. R. Andersen leads the effort with Capt. J. F. Meyer in Cheyenne and Maj. Cavender overseeing camp operations at Fort Russell. Recruiting stations open as Wyoming aims for a full regiment and rapid volunteer enlistment to fill war-strength gaps.
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War Department
Wyoming National Guard
R. Andersen
Wyoming Militia
Cheyenne
Co. G
J. F. Meyer
Fort Russell
Newcastle
Lander
Afton
Powell
Sheridan
Douglas
Wheatland
J. W. Cavender
Cody
Andersen
Meyer
Pioneer Avenue
Wyoming
Remson
Lindt
A. A. Underwood
Pine Bluffs
Washington
Jaet Wight
Burglars Enter Schuneman Residence but Take Nothing
Police report burglars entered the Schuneman home at 241 Evans Street last night and ransacked every room. They left without stealing items, but took a diamond brooch, a necklace, jewelry, silverware, and examined a locked shed before departing. An attempted shoe removal occurred with mismatched sizes left behind.
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John Schuneman
Evans Street
Mr. Schaneman
War Update: Russian Advance Pushes Austrians West
Russia presses toward the Sareca mountains as Czernowica falls and Buckowina flags. Heavy clashes in north Galicia and Volhynia pit Austrians and Germans against Russian advances along the Pruth river. London reports an air battle with German airships and several British vessels sunk, while Verdua front shows relative quiet.
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Havia
Czernowica
Buckowina
Pruth
Sareca Mountains
Galicia
Volhynia
Latek
London
Verdua
Carranza Declares War Won’t Be Avoided at Dignity Cost
Mexican government troops move toward Delrio with about 1500 men as Col. Sibley reinforces Delrio. Ten thousand in Mexico City parade to defend the country as Carranza and Obregon address crowds. Charnin says war is not sought but not avoided at national dignity’s cost.
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Carranza
Delrio
Eagle Pass
Obregon
Chernin
United States
Mexico
Carranzia
Wilson
U United States
Mexican Bandits Burn R R Bridge Near Laredo
A small bridge on the International Great Northern railway thirty miles east of Laredo was burned tonight. Texas rangers and military authorities investigate reports of Mexican bandits involved. The night train into Laredo was delayed by the fire.
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Laredo
International Great Northern Railway
Texas Rangers
Telephony witnesses link Orpet Lambert case to late night talk
Two telephone operators testified they overheard a February 8 conversation between William H. Orpet and Marion Lambert the night before her death. Orpet pressed Marion to meet and hinted at fixing her illness claims while Marion refused and suggested her mother’s advice was wise. Evidence indicates Marion was not pregnant.
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Waukegan
William H. Orpet
Marion Lambert
I Pore
Edith Kennedy
Marion
Orpet
Wil
Troops From Fort D. A. Russell Deployed to El Paso
Ambulance Company No 1 and Field Hospital Company No 1 based at Fort D A Russell received orders to move to El Paso Texas. The units were initially ordered to Port Benjamin Harrison but Mexican developments prompted a border redeployment. Major W W Reno leads the detachment with a train of two tourist cars and a kitchen ready for departure.
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Fort D. A. Russell
Cheyenne
el Paso
Texas
Washington
Port
Benjamin Harrison
War Department
W. W. Reno
Captain Watt Receives Commission in Wyoming Guard
Captain Will B. Watt of Company K Wyoming National Guard received his commission in Cheyenne. The unit recently reorganized at Laramie and Adjutant General Andersen presented the commission. Washington mobilization orders altered planned travel to Laramie.
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Will BR. Watt
Wyoming National Guard
Laramie
Cheyenne
Andersen
Wuster
Washington
Tars in Battle in Mexico
United States naval forces engaged in combat in Mexico on June 19 as Commander Arthur G. Kavanaugh of the gunboat Annapolis led action against advancing forces. Graady reported arived at the scene to assess the situation and support the operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Arved Graady
Arthur G. Kavanaugh
U. S
Annapolis
Gen
Starved Mexicans Flee to Texas En Masse
About 1000 half starved Mexican peons arrived at Juarez from southern Chihuahua and crossed into the United States seeking work despite bans. El Paso Juarez remain quiet as the group heads into Texas to find employment.
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Texas
EL Paso
Juarez
Chibushua
United States
Mexico
Many Offer Service to Wyoming Guard in Case of Trouble
A flood of messages from across Wyoming and beyond shows strong public willingness to volunteer for the Wyoming militia. Citizens and former residents sign pledges, with some seeking to form companies and others ready to serve in any capacity, as many anticipate active duty in the war with Mexico.
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Wyoming Guard
Wyoming
Mexico
Wilson Aides Brace For Possible Mexico Crisis
Washington dispatch reports President Wilson’s advisors warn that U S refusal to withdraw troops from Mexico could trigger war. Mobilization of national guardsmen surges nationwide with 100000 plus volunteers ready for defensive service if needed. Carranza’s reception of the note may determine the next diplomatic move and border security plans unfold.
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Stern
U.S
Mexico
Carranza
Wilson
Wasshington
United States
Pershing Sends Out Detachment Defying Mexico
Gen. J. J. Pershing orders cavalry detachments south of Navaquipa in pursuit of Mexican raiders. General Trevino may approve moves to justify action against Americans. A two mile long motor train leaves with food and ammunition as 100,000 U.S. militiamen mobilize amid border concerns. Quiet reportedly holds in portions near Brownsville as heavy forces shift.
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Columbis
N. M
J. J. Pershing
iNamiquipa
Trevino
Ban Antonio
United States
Funston
Pelgnone
Souil
Itale
Heownsville
Mobilization Notice for Wyoming National Guard 1916
Mobilization order issued by the president calls Wyoming National Guard units in Cheyenne and other designated places to mobilize for service in the United States. Instructions specify federal alignment, organization strength, and acceptance of units into federal military structure under the War Department.
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Waerkington
Ilion
John U Kendricks
Havemer
Wyoming
Cheyenne
United States
Mexico
National Guard
Wroming
Pxwal
Mate Mobilization
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