Border Tensions Rise as Mexican Raids Intensify
The article recalls repeated Mexican raids across the U S border from 1910 through 1915, detailing attacks on Marathon Rock Springs and Marfa Texas, looting of ranches, and clashes with American troops. It notes numerous incursions, massacres, and border skirmishes, including events near Nogales and Brownsville, with several Americans killed and troops pursuing raiders into Mexican territory.
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Columbus
Marathon
Rock Springs
Tex
Marfa
United States
Nogales
Ariz
Mexico
Chihuahua
Brownsville
Chasing Villa Budget Debate Signals Urgent Funds Needed
Washington debates an emergency wartime appropriation to support Army operations chasing Villa and his bandits in Mexico. Officials warn last July’s funds will run short, with possible quick loans and tax legislation to fund a large one year loan for immediate military needs.
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Washington, D. C
Villa
House of Appropriations Committee
War Department
Mexico
Vera Cruz
Funaton
General Treasury
United States
Congress
Prisoner incident on Rio Grande sparks court martial
Several American soldiers were bathing in the Rio Grande when two were kidnapped by Mexican troops. Companions crossed the boundary armed in pursuit but later withdrew as the captives were released. The invasion commander faces court martial. several Americans drowned attempting to swim the river.
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Nogales
Ariz
Texas
Laredo
United States
Mercedes
Tex
Progresso
Brownsville
Bantal
Rio Grande
Villa’s Threats of Fire and Vengeance Against Yankees
Villa tells an American surgeon prisoner that he will use dynamite and fire to annihilate gringos and destroy American property in retaliation for U S actions. He vows to burn Cananea mines and machinery when he reaches the town, and claims his forces are starving yet ready to strike. The full twenty eight page affidavit is with Senator Fall who plans to read it in the senate.
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Washington
Villa
United States
Douglas
Lell
Mexico
Carranza
Wilson
Cananea
Oll
Albert B. Fall
New Mexico
Senate
Fall
Pershing Portrayed as Skilled Foe Framer of Philppine Moros
The article extols Brig. Gen. John J. Pershing as a gifted commander with a flawless record of bravery and efficiency. It recounts his exploits in the Philippines against the Moros and Geronimo, his West Point start, and his swift actions in the Mexican expedition. It notes his governorship of Mindanao, admiration by Moro leaders, and his personal tragedy in the Presidio fire.
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John.j. Pershing
Francisco Villa
Philippines
Presidio
San Francisco
Pershing
Geronimo
West Point
Missouri
General Pershing
Linn County
Sixth Cavalry
Mexico
Fort Wingate
Northwest
University of Nebraska
Spain
Tenth Cavalry
Santiago
Mindanao
Bacolod
Tella
Major General Scott Leads U S Army Villa Pursuit Plans
Major General Scott serves as chief of staff directing United States Army plans for pursuing Villa. He oversees strategy, coordination with allied forces, and operational objectives in the campaign.
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United States Army
Villa
May Use Chicago Taxicabs For Mobilizing Troops
Chicago taxicab firm offers 200 cars and drivers to the war department through John Hertz. The fleet could carry 1,000 men and assist on the Mexican border or mobilization, with chauffeurs volunteering to operate and care for the taxis. Telegraph to Adjutant General McCaine explains readiness and eagerness to assist.
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Pancho” Villa
War Department
Chicago
John Hertz
Hertz
McCaine
Washington
In answering advertisements please mention this paper
A brief note requests readers to mention this paper when responding to advertisements. The appeal emphasizes visibility and local relevance for transactions, urging residents to reference the newspaper by name in inquiries and offers.
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