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Newspaper
Galveston Leader
Location
Galveston, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1916
Page
3
A military arrangement showing the United States and Mexican forces positioned in Mexico. The note indicates a combined or comparative deployment, with emphasis on alignment and potential cooperation or confrontation, set against the context of border or regional security.
National Guard status across states is listed by department and unit condition. Entries show medical, cavalry, artillery, infantry, engineers, and coast artillery units with varied grades from very good to poor. Specific by-state mixes include Alabama Arizona California Colorado Connecticut and more with frequent by-company distinctions.
The record lists assessments by state and department across multiple units. New Hampshire shows Medical, Cavalry, Field Artillery, Coast Artillery with mixed results from excellent to poor. New Jersey reports Medical, Cavalry, Artillery, Infantry varying from very good to fair. New Mexico notes Medical, Artillery, infantry, and other arms rated from good to very good.
Secretary Baker announces a presidential call to mobilize organized militia and National Guard units across states. The plan directs governors to assemble specific state organizations at designated mobilization points for muster into United States service under federal strength rules and division requirements.
A compact timeline from the Madero revolution in 1910 through 1916, outlining Diaz’s resignation, Huerta and Carranza regimes, the Veracruz and Tampico incidents, Villa and Carranza clashes, and U.S. military actions along the border, including the Columbus raid and the Bes ting punitive expedition. The record cites dates, leaders, battles, and key diplomatic actions.
A U S Army courier recounts the Carrizal ambush in which 65 Tenth Cavalrymen under Captains Boyd and Morey faced Gen Felix Gomez's Mexican troops. Machine guns tore through the column, horses fell, and survivors retreated to the hills while rescuers saved four mounts.
Rev. Ferdinand F. Schultz of Chillicothe Ohio offers to serve the U S marine corps in war. He is a pastor and practical engineer who would work in a battleship fireroom or serve as a field chaplain. At fifty seven he says he is hale and ready to answer the call for Old Glory.
The Washington team introduces Rondeau as a new right fielder from the American Association. The piece notes Bresnahan’s frustration with weather and waivers, and mentions the club’s gentle praise for the best cellar talent while highlighting the rookie’s entry into the Washington lineup.
A woman critiques her husband’s slang reflecting aristocratic roots, contrasting college upbringing with factory life. The Lawrence Eagle notes education board officials urging public opinion on grammar teaching, arguing regular forms aid clarity while warning against lax daily speech.
Mrs. Drew recounts a Hawarden wedding tale showing how appearances mislead. Lord Lytton and Mr. Gladstone arrived with striking contrasts in demeanor as villagers noted Mr. Gladstone’s refined presence against a rugged look.
The article explains how animal tongues serve as defenses or weapons. Cats have recurved cartilage spines on their tongues from soft to sharp, aiding rough sensation. In big predators like lions and tigers, spines project up to a quarter inch when aroused, turning a lick into a potential injurious action.
Frederick Cpham Adams recalls an injunction for safe crossing with drivers urged to raise their heads and look ahead. He notes the habit improves crossing streets between intersections, and shares a humorous exchange about a nearby establishment misidentified as a young ladies seminary but is a dental college.
A courtroom scene features a prisoner on trial for bigamy. The judge asks what led him to marry 14 wives, and the defendant quips that superstition prompted him. The judge notes thirteen is unlucky.
A terse exchange hints at mixed opinions about a public figure nicknamed a brick. The remark suggests admiration for steadfast resolve while implying scrutiny from observers. The dialogue captures a tension between reputation and perceived practicality in diplomatic circles.
An old advertisement touts Red Cross Ball Blue as a pure blue whitening agent for clothes. It promises a clear white brighter than snow and urges buying from reputable grocers in a large 5 cent package.
Vincennes city council weighs adopting a centennial flag as the official emblem. The proposed design shows a blue center with a V for British rule, a white fleur de lis for French control, and radiating stripes signaling Indiana as the 18th state with 48 current states.
Mike Hogan reports Casey and O'Brien argued on Breckinridge street and Barrett avenue. A polite observer tried to defuse it but the crowd grew as Casey mocked his own face, triggering the clash and rising tension amid the gathering crowd.
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