Juarez Battle Rages as Hundreds Die and Civilians Hurt
On May 1 Juarez saw fierce street fighting between insurrectos and Federal troops backed by artillery. Heavy casualties occurred on both sides and among civilians across the center of the city and in El Paso across the river. Several Americans were among the dead or wounded, with hospitals strained and streets littered with the injured in the brutal ordeal.
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International rooming house
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Washington Park
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Rebels Capture Tia Juana in Low er California Fight
Rebels seize Tia Juana near the California line after a nightlong clash with heavy casualties on both sides. U S troops at the border prevent crossing to confirm totals.
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General Navarro Commands Juarez Federal Troops
Mexican officer in command of federal troops at Juarez leads a successful surprise attack. Flanking party of forty men from Tin Juana reportedly forced rebels back. Initial reports say one or two federal soldiers may be killed or wounded as the assault traps and defeats the defense.
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Fighting at Saltillo Rebels Capture Concepcion
Reports from Laredo Texas dated May 10 describe two days of fighting between federals and insurrectos at Saltillo the second largest city in Coahuila and at Concepcion. Saltillo battle was ongoing at its height when a northbound train left. Concepcion fight was brief but decisive with insurrectos near capture as telegraph messages noted the federals overwhelmed.
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Taft policy unchanged on Mexican unrest
President Taft signaled continuation of a nonintervention policy in Mexico to protect American life and property, seeking to avoid armed action while border towns near fighting remain at risk. War department reports note widespread revolution across states, complicating any leadership that could be trusted, with cabinet review underway.
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Senator Stone Calls for U S Border Protection War Authority
Washington May 10 Senator Stone of Missouri escalated calls for a presidential power to use armed force to protect Americans on the Texas border. He condemned hesitation by fellow senators, lamented killings of U S citizens, and urged the Foreign Relations Committee to report his resolution authorizing military action if needed. He warned the nation risks losing its rugged past if it fails to act.
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Trainmen Convention Opens in Harrisburg Addressing General Issues
The tenth biennial session of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainsmen begins in Harrisburg with Grand Master W. G. Lee presiding. Delegates from 300,000 members will debate federal legislation on mobility and death or injury compensation, while wages are excluded from discussion. The union cites safety and financial data, noting high claim payments and a growing treasury.
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Public to get big Panama bond issue
Washington May 30 The secretary of the treasury will call for popular bids on a 50 million dollar Panama bond issue dated June 1 If not delivered by then they carry accrued interest The 3 percent rate is fixed by law and the issue will not be available to national banks The treasury plans a broad subscription favoring small bidders Investors expect high prices up to 108 and the prospect of substantial proceeds for holders
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102 KILLED ON RAILROADS IN MARCH REPORT
State railroad commission reports 102 deaths and 650 injuries on state railroads in March. Fatalities include 51 trespassers and 38 employees. street railways add 15 deaths and 308 injuries. Also notes ousted workers in Washington and a Santa Fe oil tank explosion killing two with $30,000 fire loss.
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