United States Considers Carranza Request on Troop Crossing
Washington reports the United States will respond to General Carranza’s reciprocal border troop proposal late today after talks with President Wilson. Baker indicated no troop crossing had occurred and Funston’s expeditionary move remained unconfirmed as officials weighed how to present the Mexican situation to Congress. President Wilson traveled aboard the Mayflower as developments unfolded with debates over timing and the use of troops to pursue Villa.
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Memorial Service for Alexander McPherson by Hig Point camp No 1682
The Hig Point camp No. 1682 of the United Confederate Veterans held a memorial service for Alexander McPherson at their Wachovia bank quarters. McPherson, a member of the 21st North Carolina, died March 5 at his home on Morris Street. The meeting included clergy and veterans paying tribute, officers elected for a Birmingham reunion delegation, and gifts presented to the camp. The event was the largest attendance to date in their new quarters.
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C. Davis
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Lewis Woodson
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Walter Royal
Stedman
Ed. Kirkman
Isabelle Tate
H. C. Fields
A. E. Tate
No Expedition Move in Villa Search Yet
Major General Funston announced no movement of expeditionary forces toward Francisco Villa is probable today. Carranza’s warning to Wilson delays gate to Mexican entry, while Fort Sam Houston officials see the pause easing border tension and allowing further strengthening of border points.
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Francisco Villa
Gener Funston
Carranza
Washington
Mexico
United States
Toda
General Carranza
Wilson
Fort Sam Houston
Weather Summary Forecast
Partly cloudy tonight and Tuesday with a chance of rain in the west portion. Warmer tonight with moderate south winds.
Fort Sheridan Troops Ordered to Mexican Border
Four troops of the Fifth United States Cavalry at Fort Sheridan were ordered to depart for the Mexican border last night. The exact destination was not disclosed. Several members of the medical corps left for San Antonio last night.
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Chicago
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Medical Corps
San Antonio
Cavalry Troops Entrain at Fort Oglethorpe
Cav alry troops station at Fort Oglethorpe near Chattanooga entrained all day Sunday and troop trains began moving west via Birmingham and Texarkana into Texas.
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Birmingham
Texarkana
Texas
Banking Regulator Orders Banks to Submit Interim Reports
Washington March 13 The Comptroller of the Currency issued four calls to all national banks directing them to report their condition as of the close of business on Tuesday March.
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Senator Borah Urges Quick Action on Defense Program
Senator Borah a Republican urged the Senate to drop further legislation for immediate consideration of the national preparedness program warning of consequences from pursuing Villa into Mexico. The AP report from Washington dated March 13 notes the defense debate intensifying.
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Governor Rules On Porsyth Sheriff In Death Case
Raleigh March 13 Governor Craig told counsel for Mrs Ida Ball Warren that the sheriff of Forsyth county must deliver Warren and Samuel Christy to the state prison at least 20 days before their scheduled execution on March 31 The governor noted it is not his practice to notify sheriffs state wide but duties require bringing prisoners before execution or earlier if possible The petition hearing on continued sentences is set for March 20 with Warren and Christy considered separately
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Monterey Presidio Destroyed by Fire at Unknown Origin
The Monterey presidio headquarters in Monterey California was totally destroyed by fire early today about six hours after the First Cavalry troop vacated for the Mexican border. Water was cut at the source and an immediate investigation began. The presidio, historic Spanish capital site, consisted largely of an old wooden barracks for one regiment and the fire began in the headquarters building.
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Taylor Not to Be Sent Back to Ohio Now
Governor Craig of North Carolina declined to honor Ohio’s request to extradite Capt. John W. Taylor of Fayetteville. Taylor is accused by his wife of abandoning their child in Ohio. The decision left the matter open and did not authorize extradition for now. His lawyers argued he had not been in Ohio for three years.
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Ohio
John W. Taylor
Fayetteville
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Brumbaugh Files For Presidential Nomination
Governor Martin G. Brumbaugh, responding to a letter from Henry G. Wasson PA Republican committeeman, announces candidacy for the presidential nomination. His name will appear on the presidential preferential ballot in the May 16 primary in Pennsylvania.
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Martin G. Brumbaugh
Henry G. Wasson
Republican National
Pennsylvania
No Court Today In High Point Drunkenness Arrests Low
No cases were heard in the city recorder's court today. The past week saw a single arrest in High Point for drunkenness, reflecting a quiet week with minimal court activity.
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City Recorder’s Court
Carranza denounces US invasion risk in manifesto
General Carranza issues a national manifesto rejecting armed pursuit of Villa by the United States and warning against war. He asserts Mexico’s sovereignty, vows to defend rights, and calls out traitors while urging a peaceful path and diplomatic resolution. He cites past precedents and seeks U.S. restraint as Mexican chiefs report movements at the border.
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General Carranza
Francisco Villa
Columbus
Mexico
American Congress
Foreign Office
Villa
Sonora
Chihuahua
Attack on Columbus Reported in Mexican Capital El Pueblo Commentary
Mexico City reports the Columbus attack details from El Pueblo which publishes the Mexican government note requesting permission for Mexican troops to pursue Villa into U S territory with reciprocal U S access to Mexican lands. The editorial condemns foreign intervention and asserts Mexico will defend sovereignty and international citizenship.
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Mexico City
Villa
el Pueblo
Washington
United States
Mexico
Troops on Arizona border gathered for possible cross into Mexico
Reports persist despite official denials that American cavalry have massed on the Arizona line for immediate border processing and may cross at any moment. Several units have collected in recent days with prospects of advancing into Mexico.
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Mexcco
Fifth Cavalry to the Border Dispatch
Leavenworth Kan March 13 Orders have been received from division head quarters for arrangements to transport the second squadron of the fifth cavalry to the border.
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Fifth Cavalry
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