Daniels Maps Out Work for Fleet
Secretary Daniels met with four fleet flag officers in Washington to plan summer use of the Atlantic battleship fleet and coordinate with Admiral Benson. He appointed Major General George Barnett to the General Board, marking Marine Corps representation for the first time. The war game outcomes praised the fleet while submarines received focus for overhaul under Captain Albert W. Grant.
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New diving records in search for the F 4
Thirteen descents were made in search for the submerged submarine I 4 at Honolulu and everyone broke a world diving record. Five dives reached 306 feet and eight to 75 feet. A telephone device was used underwater for the first time in diving history.
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Militia Receives Flying Boat For Defense Fund
The National Aeroplane Subscription totals 6600 dollars to build an air fleet for national defense and New York City protection. The Curtiss Aeroplane Company donated a flying boat valued at 7300 dollars along with training for a pilot and mechanic. Commodore R P Forshew will assign the aircraft among three militia battalions on the U S S Granite State.
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Wilson Demands Peace in Mexico
President Wilson calls on Mexican faction leaders to unite for peace and a constitutional government. He signals possible US military and economic backing if factions fail to reconcile, with Red Cross aid planned and border troop coordination discussed. Ensuing diplomacy includes Carranza and Villa responses and potential provisional government arrangements.
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Wilson statement on Mexico draws mixed reaction in New York
Mexican factions in New York react to President Wilson's note with cautious approval. Villa backers say it aligns with their aims while Carranza opponents call it accurate, as Huerta warns against foreign meddling. Reports from Leon battles and food aid plans outline a tense Mexican crisis.
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Border unrest after US policy note sparks exodus
Special to The New York Times El Paso June 2 American families flee interior Mexico as the presidents new policy prompts a border exodus. Mexicans unite against intervention and a Del Norte extra warns armed action toward American towns. Villa family and consul voices claim US interference is unwelcome.
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Mexican Leaders Blame Wilson Statement on Mexico
New Orleans dispatch quotes Heriberto Barron founder of the Mexican Democratic Party calling President Wilson's remark very unfortunate. He warns it could aid reactionaries and delay peace. Jesus Acuna Governor of Coahuila says interference harms the Constitutionalist push toward reclaiming Mexico City and government recognition.
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American Rancher Freed After Arms Charge in Vera Cruz
P. W. Schuefeldt, an American ranch owner, was arrested at San Geronimo and taken to Vera Cruz on arms and ammunition charges. He was released this afternoon thanks to the efforts of American Special Agent Silliman.
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Americans Killed Near Panuco Amid Mexican Strife
Reports from Tampico and Panuco detail American casualties as Villa forces clash with Carranzista troops. A Texan, Bennett, killed in a boat ambush near Panuco. six Americans reportedly killed near Tampico. U.S. officials seek investigation while Villa and Carranza positions tighten oil region control.
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Winnifred Captain Reports Mexican Bandit Violence
Captain Oscar Lane says the Winnifred saw more than a dozen Americans murdered and numerous violent acts by Mexican bandits in the Panuco River oil fields, noting these assailants do not belong to any recognized faction.
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Trevino Victory Reported in Tampico Campaign
General Carranza cabled Washington that General Jacinto Trevino scored an overwhelming victory over the Villistas near Tampico. Carranza also says General Coss began his campaign toward Mexico City with the capture of Calpulalpam and San Bartolo del Monte, positioning Trevino to advance toward Central Mexico from Tampico.
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Mass Starvation Fears Sweep Mexican Cities
The American Red Cross reports worsening conditions in Mexico with thousands fed daily in Monterey while many seek aid at night. Famine grips Tampico and Vera Cruz regions. Acapulco lacks food as crowds fight for corn. Jalapa battles exhausted funds and scarce supplies amid widespread distress.
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Hunger Rages in Mexico City as Food Shortage Worsens
Reports describe widespread hunger in Mexico City with rivers of people starving and mobs outside the Chamber of Deputies. Epidemics of smallpox and typhus rise while medicine and food remain prohibitively expensive. Red Cross solicits contributions through Jacob H. Schiff.
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Chamberlain predicts a special session of Congress
Portland June 2 George E Chamberlain chairman of the Senate Military Affairs Committee said a special session will be called within months possibly September to consider the Mexican situation He noted Wilson's watchful waiting policy and that a war declaration would have caused a massacre but the public would have time to evacuate He plans to propose a standing army of twenty five thousand if the situation is acute and expects little opposition.
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Bandits Besiege Americans at Mexican Ranch
I S Bowers and his wife, Americans, were besieged at their ranch in Noria Sonora by ten bandits. The couple, alone, fought back as Villa soldiers and Carranza adherents suffered casualties at Querovasi rail station. Bandits plunder the region between Noria and Querovasi with several railroad bridges destroyed.
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Colorado militia order denied by War Department
Reports from Denver claiming Colorado militia was ordered to recruit for war footing and be fully equipped are denied by the War Department. Officials say the notices reflect only normal annual routine correspondence and inspections with no orders for full equipment or mobilization.
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Knox Urges Aloofness as War Grows
Former Secretary of State P C Knox says he has no opinions on how authorities will handle the German reply. He urges President Wilson to act with a clear eye and steady vision, stressing unity and loyalty for the nation while avoiding participation unless dire necessity arises. He calls for solidarity among citizens of diverse backgrounds and readiness to sacrifice for national rights and honor.
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Butterick Publishes Global Leadership Through Oath
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