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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1914
Page
1
President Wilson vows forceful action to seize Tampico and Vera Cruz if General Huerta does not salute the American flag. The administration flags further steps depending on Huerta's response and future conduct.
Washington dispatch reports the United States protests after an American orderly ashore at Vera Cruz is arrested and jailed by local authorities. It notes repeated offenses against US rights, prompting President Wilson to seek congressional support for potential action including seizure of Tampico and Vera Cruz if Mexico fails to comply.
Debate centers on congress authorization for any marines or bombardment as Huerta crisis looms. Senators Shively and Lodge back presidential moves while warning no immediate action. Navy readies at Tampico and Pacif ic coast with Marines docked. Michigan sails from Philadelphia as fleet moves.
Inside Tampico reports trickle out of a growing split among Constitutionalists. A confidential aide says the rebels would not join Huerta even against a foreign invasion, with Villa and Carranza agreeing to oppose any foreign force entering rebel territory. Villa’s past clashes with Huerta are cited as a reason for continued estrangement.
Mexican rebels under Villa claim victory after six days of heavy fighting near San Pedro de las Colonias. Federal forces led by Velasco evacuate Torreon, suffer thousands killed or wounded and hundreds captured. Villa reports 700 prisoners and 500 wounded.
Sioux Falls summons Alfred M. Shaw of Delmont to federal court to answer an indictment for violating the migratory game law. The charges relate to Shaw shooting at Lake Andes on March 15. It is the first such federal indictment in the state with more cases expected, while no bill was returned against C. J. Bureh regarding liquor licensing.
The forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and Thursday with moderate temperatures across North and South Dakota. No precipitation expected and skies should stay mostly clear.
The Michigan leads the way with 800 crew and 66 marines as 30,000 pounds of frozen beef are loaded. Missouri Kansas Illinois Idaho to sail by Friday with crews filled from reserve. Vessels Salem Alabama Maine Wisconsin and others ready by Monday. Tacoma heads to Tampico after arming at Boston Yard. Four battleships Georgia Virginia Nebraska Rhode Island stand by for quick action.
The Bull Moose South Dakota gathering begins with four factions debating nominees for senator and governor. The strongest group seeks both offices while others push for a full state ticket. Crawford and Ringsrud top consideration. acceptance depends on unanimous convention support. Delegates from twenty counties attend as committees are formed and sessions proceed with plans for afternoon reports.
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