Duplicity and War Threats in Carranza Era Mexico
A panicked editorial denounces Carranza as deceitful in denying forceful aims against the United States while treating incursions as defensive. It cites Trevisio and Ricaut threats, the Carrizal clash, and questions Carranza's control, urging disavowal and duty to avoid war. It also notes Red Cross drives in Laredo and local civic activity amid border tensions.
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Carranza
Trevisio
Gen. Trevisio
Mexico
United States
Ricaut
Pershing
Germany
Mex
Red Cross Chapter Forms in Laredo Narrowed To Plans
The Laredo Chapter of the National Red Cross recently formed has delayed activities due to required preliminary steps. Members and officers show interest and ambition, but enrollment and organizational setup must proceed before any programs can start.
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Laredo
Red Cross
Treasury
Chapter
Fort McIntosh
Army and Navy
Washington
National Red Cross
National Guard
River Front
the Red Cross
Hotel Hamilton
The
Trials set July 7 for three bandits in county jail
District Attorney John A Walls disclosed the criminal docket for district court with four July sessions. Among new indictments are the three Mexican bandits captured near Webb station June 11, to be tried July 7 alongside cases like theft embezzlement burglary swindling conspiracy to burn a railroad bridge and to cut telegraph wires. The Hamilton murder case will require a special jury center.
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John A. Walls
Webb Station
Walter Barnett
Simon Solis
Antonio Cuevas
Norberto Pezzot
Manuel Lopez
Lorenzo Salinas Chapa
Julian Tailer
Hamilton
Laredo Militia Company Reporting From Camp
An excerpt from a letter by Sergeant Walter Woodul of the Milmo Rifles describes camp life, promotions, pay day, and anticipation of a blood test. The piece notes General Parker and General Hanlen praising Texas Infantry units EF Austin and I Laredo, drill intensity, inoculation, and recruiting efforts amid war rumors and border tensions.
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the Times
Walter Woodul
Fort Ringgold
Milmo Rifles
Co. I
Second Texas Infantry
Walter
National Guard
Parker
Hanlen
Austin
Company I
Laredo
Texas Infantry
Maule
Regular Army
Adam Bold
McCormick
Henry Sielski
Arthur Hazelrigg
Death of Corporal Oberlies after San Ignacio battle
Corporal William Oberlies of Troop M Fourteenth Cavalry died from wounds suffered in the San Ignacio battle on June 15. Webb County grand jury ordered reconvened to investigate the case as murder. Four Mexican bandits in jail face new charges. jurisdiction shifted to Webb County.
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William Oberlies
San Ignacio
Webb County
Grand Jury
Fourteenth Cavalry
Fort McIntosh
Corporal Oberlies
Oberlies
Fort
Notice of First Meeting of Creditors for N Buitron
In the Southern District of Texas a bankruptcy proceeding for N Buitron is announced. The first meeting of creditors will be held in Corpus Christi on June 24, 1916, at 10 a.m. in the referee’s office to prove claims appoint a trustee examine the bankrupt and conduct related business. MO C Scott Referee in Bankruptcy Corpus Christi Texas June 12 1916.
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District Court of the United States
Southern District of Texas
N. Buitron
Webb
Corpus Christi
Texas
MO. C. Scott
Fort McIntosh to Be Lighted with Electricity
The fort grounds officers quarters barracks and all lit areas will receive electric illumination. The War Department approved the project and Laredo Electric & Ry. Co. won the contract to wire install fixtures and related accessories and begin work immediately.
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Laredo Electric & Ry. Co
Fort Mciintosh
War Department
Dr King's New Discovery Promises Cough and Cold Relief
Advice urges rest and diet while using Dr King's New Discovery with Pine Tar antiseptic oils and balsams. The remedy is described as mildly laxative, easing coughs and throat irritation, clearing bronchial tubes, and reducing head congestion. Sold at druggists for families as cold insurance.
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Dr. King
Stockholders Meeting Of Texas Mexican Railway 1916
The annual meeting of the stock holders of the Texas Mexican Railway Company will be held at the company's office in Laredo Texas on June 28 1916 at 9 00 a m for the purpose of electing directors and transacting business. The board of directors will also meet immediately after adjournment of stockholders. A B Muller Secretary. 6 25 1m ae Te
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The
Texas-Mexican Railway Company
Laredo
Texas
Board of Directors
A. B. Muller
Incursions and Excursions Show Border Preparations
On the border efforts focus on preventing bandit incursions while residents plan interior excursions. Corpus Christi gearing up for Fourth of July with the annual Texas-Mexican division excursion. A monster preparedness parade in Corpus Christi will showcase local support for the president's stand.
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Corpus Christi
Laredo
Corpus
Vizcaya Sierra to Build 2-Story brick at Flores and Iturbide
L. V. Jambers & Co. won the $25,000 contract to erect a modern two-story brick Vizcaya Sierra building at Flores Avenue and Iturbide street. The 60 by 90 foot site will be designed by local architect M. S. Ryan. Work expected to start by July 15 after the old structure is vacated.
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L. V. Jambers & Co
Laredo National Bank
Bertani
Vizcaya Sierra
Flores Avenue
Iturbide Street
M. 8. Ryan
Vizcaya
Virile ideas urged to curb male coquettes in Redo
A Times report charges that Mexican and other foreign men in Redo target Mexican girls in local stores with flirtatious behavior. The piece claims several girls have been fired after attracting unwelcome attention and calls for stricter border action to curb such molestation.
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Laredo
Mexico
Times
Circus Prayer Ends With Uneasy Blessing
A Walbrook six year old, tired after a circus visit, refuses to say prayers but complies. He ends with a plea asking a blessing for the circus clowns and animals, then for them not to get Amen. The quip captures childlike humor and parental patience.
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Tommy
Walbrook
Baltimore Sun
Harvard Commencement Marks 280th Year in Stadium
Cambridge Mass June 22 Harvard University the oldest American college marks its 280th year with one of its largest classes. Commencement moved from Sanders Theater to the Stadium to accommodate invited guests. The day’s exercises and procession are led by the class of 1891 celebrating its 25th anniversary.
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Cambridge
Mass
Harvard University
Sanders Theater
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