Washington Is Stirred Uj 8 Hovers on Brink of Hostilities
Grim evidences appear that ten elon has been greatly increased. Report of Battle of Carrizal.
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Tenelon
Carrizal
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Newspaper
Pickens Sentinel
Location
Pickens, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1916
Page
3
National Guard Mobilizes for Mexican Border Duty
Washington authorities push state troops to reinforce border guards with Secretary Baker issuing orders for haste. The 100000 strong army under President Wilson is placed at General Funston for rapid deployment along the Mexican frontier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Baker
Wilson
Carrizal Battle Trapped Cavalrymen Reported Missing
Reports from Pershing through Funston describe seven survivors among Captain Charles T. Boyd and Lieutenant Henry Adair’s troops at Carrizal. Mexican forces under General Gomez allegedly lured the Americans into a trap after a parley, with machine gun fire and mounted charges surrounding the detachment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colona Dublan
Chihuahua
Columbus
N. M
Lewis
Felix Gomez
Loyd
Thore
San Antolo
Texas
Tenth Cavalry
Charles T. Boyd
Gomez
Carrizal
Funston
Pershing
Boyd
Congress Approves Use of National Guard in Crisis
Congress nearly unanimously approves President Wilson's plan to deploy the National Guard in the Mexican crisis. The resolution declares an emergency and authorizes Federal mobilization, with $1,000,000 aid to dependents of guardsmen and a $50 monthly cap per family. A Socialist and a Democrat vote no.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Washington
Congress
Presiden Wilson
Cannon
Rankin g Officer Arrives at Camp Styx for War Prep
Col Edgeworth Blythe commander of the First South Carolina Infantry arrives at Camp Styx to supervise recruitment and drill plans. He notes local enlistment flexibility, employer cooperation, and staged examinations before federal muster. South Carolina ranks 27th in militia strength with 1546 organized troops. national strength totals 20,634,347 with 276,788 from SC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgeworth Montague Blythe
South Carolina
Camp Sty
New York
Pennsylvania
Illinois
Massachusetts
Ohio
Nevada
Utah
United States
Appeal for funds to build encampment hall at Styx
Adjutant General W. W. Moore urges South Carolinians to donate for a permanent assembly and lounging hall at Styx encampment grounds for National Guard enlisted men and officers. Estimated cost is 760 dollars. contributions accepted at the adjutant general’s office to provide a recreational space and foster fellowship during training and duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Moore
Adjutant General
Styx
Moore
National Guard
Peeples Defines Guard Status Under Federal Control
Attorney General Thomas H. Peeples states the National Guard of South Carolina falls under presidential authority when called into national service, per the June 3 1916 military statute. Proponents cite equal pay rations and allowances and vacancies filled only by presidential orders as evidence of full federalization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Guard
Hampton nurse offers services to Mexico front
Miss Susan P. Wainwright of Hampton offers to serve as a nurse or in any capacity, stating she desires to go to the front. She is a stenographer and currently works for Lightsey Bros., Inc, and writes to the adjutant general that she is willing to go to Mexico to aid her country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan P. Wainwright
Hampton
Mexico
Miss Wainwright
Adjutant General
Lightsey Bros., Inc
Mustering Officer Appointed for Mobilization Camp
Capt. J. M. Graham is designated by the militia bureau chief to act as mustering officer at the Styx mobilization camp. He is instructed to proceed at once to receive arms equipment and clothing from federal depots and to arm and equip units to war strength. He should coordinate with state authorities to secure tents guards fatigue details and clerical help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Graham
Militia Bureau
United States Army
Styx
South Carolina National Guard Strength and Commanders
The National Guard of South Carolina lists peace strength at 2658 with 2 regiments of infantry two troops of cavalry five coast artillery companies and five naval militia divisions. It notes no machine gun companies currently in service but expects to form one in Columbia. War strength would exceed the peace totals, infantry companies max 150 versus 75 in peace. Titles and officers include Adjutant General Brigadier General W W Moore Inspector General Maj J Shapter Caldwell and Judge Advocate General Maj F H Weston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Guard of
South Carolina
Columbia
State National Guard
Agricultural clubs grow with many young members
L. L. Baker of Bishopville reports 1000 boys enrolled in pig clubs and thousands in corn clubs as South Carolina banks provide low interest loans and financing for pure bred stock. He notes strong cooperation from banks and growing, successful youth farming programs. Baker heads to Rock Hill for an agricultural meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. L. Baker
Bishopville
Columbia
Postoffice to Open at Camp Styx Military Post
The postoffice department authorizes W H Coleman postmaster at Columbia to establish a military post office for the camp at Styx with adequate staff. Arrangements for the office opening were made by Congressman Lever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp Styx
Postoffice Department
W. H. Coleman
Columbia
Offase
Styx
Congressman Lever
Automobile Route to Camp Styx
Capt. George Warren in charge of transport at the Styx encampment directs all motorists from Columbia to enter via Styx station and depart via Dixianna for efficient movement and access. He oversees inspection and repair work as part of the encampment's logistics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp
Styx
George ©. Warren
Columbia
Styx Station
Dixianna
Staff Officers Arrive at Camp Styx in Greenville Context
Capt G H Mahon Jr adjutant of First South Carolina Infantry and Cant Wyatt Aiken Sybt commissariat arrive at Camp Styx alongside Col I M Blythe of Greenville to join the station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. H. Mahon, Jr
First
South Carolina Infantry
Wyatt Aiken Sybt
Commissariat
Camp Styx
I. M. Blythe
Greenville
Arrange Telephones at Camp Styx
Two telephone connections have been made at Camp Styx. One line will handle official business and another will serve as a pay station for troopers.
New Enterprises Authorized by Oregon Secretary of State
The Oregon pharmacy of Greenwood is issued a commission with capital of $10,000. The L. B. Tuten Gin Company of Brunson is commissioned with $2,000 capital. Petitioners include L. B. Tuten R. G. Addison A W. Brabham and H. G. Williams. The A and 8 Candy Company on Columbia is chartered with $2,000 capital. Officers: Algie W. Lima president and secretary KH. L. Allison treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of State
Oregon
Greenwood
L. B. Tuten Gin Company
Brunson
L. B. Tuten
R. G. Addison
A W. Brabham
A and 8 Candy Company
Columbia
Algie W. Lima
KH. L. Allison
Tented Giy Rises On Lexington Hills
The Styx encampment near Columbia grows into a tent city of about 2000 men as the South Carolina National Guard prepares for large-scale muster. Col. Blythe arrives with Captains Mahon and Segbt to oversee the setup and training. Columbia firms win contracts for camp supplies based on expected attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
Styx
Coumbia Light Infantry
Brookland Company
BE. M. Blythe
South Carolina National Guard
Mahon
Segbt
J. M. Graham
Columbia Firms
Bankers Name Officers At Kanuga Club Convention
The South Carolina Bankers Association elected Ira B. Dunlap of Rock Hill as president to succeed John W. Simpson of Spartanburg at its sixtieth annual convention at Kanuga Club near Hendersonville. New officers include Charles D. Jones of Lancaster as vice president Julian C. Rogers of Florence as secretary treasurer. American Bankers Association representatives were named: C J Shannon Jr Camden. St T Reid Spartanburg. J Pope Matthews Columbia. John B Cannon Spartanburg. J Wanna maker St Matthews. They will be installed in Kansas City September 25 30 Clemson College and Tybee Island invited next meeting site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
8. C. Bankers
Tendersonville
N. C
South Carolina Bankers Association
Kanuga Club
Hendersonville
Ira B. Dunlap
Rock Hill
John W. Simpson
Spartanburg
Charles D. Jones
Lancaster
Julian C. Rogers
Florence
American Bankers’ Association
C. J. Shannon, Jr
Camden
St. T. Reid
South Carolina
J. Pope Matthews
Columbia
John B. Cannon
J. S. Wannamaker
National Bank
Kansas City
Clemson College
Tybee Island
Savannah
Sunday School Parade Halts Train In Florence Rally
Florence Sunday schools held a May rally with about 3000 participants marching with banners and the Industrial School band. Chief Harold M Brunson halted an Atlantic Coast Line fast train to allow the procession to pass, a move believed to be unprecedented in stopping a railway for a Sunday school event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence
South Carolina
United States
South Dargan Street
Cannon Auditorium
Dargan Street
Atlantic Coast Line
Harold M. Brunson
Furnitur Dealers Elect Officers At Southern Meeting
Asheville reports the Southern Retail Furniture Association annual convention elected W. M. Waters of Florence South Carolina as president and Danville Virginia as next meeting site. Other officers include Vice President W. A. Bullock Treasurer W. Ll. Bell Secretary J. A. Gilmore and directors H. J. Southern C. W. Parker J. M. VanMetre and ff. C. Kent with G. C. GC listed as present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Furnitur
Asheville
N. C
W. M. Waters
Florence
S. C
Danville
Southern Retail Furniture Association
W. A. Bullock
Rocky Mount
N. G
W. Ll. Bell
Concord
J. A. Gilmore
Charlottesville
Ff. C. Kent
Petersburg
H. J. Southern
Greenville
C. W. Parker
Charlotte, N. C
J. M. VanMetre
Columbia, S. GC
Struck by Lightning Near Cheraw Farmer Recovering
J. J. Bundy, a white farmer near Cheraw, was struck by lightning during a severe storm while lowering a window sash. The bolt burned his clothing and body, damaged his shoe, and he is rapidly recovering with full limb use. Several other odd happenings reported in the storm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheraw
J. J. Bundy
H. J. Hardin
Pauls Teaching Mission Through Thessalonica and Berea
The lesson outlines Paul and Silas teaching in Thessalonica and Berea, using Scripture to prove Christ as Messiah. It notes reception, division, and eventual move to Athens, highlighting the Bible’s role in guiding early Christian outreach and readers today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul
Thessalonica
Berea
Saloniki
Silas
Timothy
Philippi
Christ
Peter
Jesus
Damascus
Lfe
Ifo
Athens
Greece
Boraa
Woman Avoids Operation After Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound
Astoria New York woman credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring health and avoiding surgery after two years of illness. She reports improved energy and appetite within two weeks of starting the remedy and says she is now in good health without an operation. The letter illustrates how many patients write for Pinkham advice when doctors deem surgery unnecessary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Astoria
N. J
Lydia E. Pinkham
Mia
Joan A. Kornic
Flushing Avenue
N. Y
Pinkham Laboratory
Lydia E.pinkham
Gardner’s National Preparedness Campaign Gift
A humorous scene depicts Representative Gardner in a crowd of congressmen as a beggar approaches. Gardner is praised for generosity and a quarter is passed, the tramp claiming he did not land him but contributed to the nationwide preparedness effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tramp
Gardner
The Cure Physician Sends Patient to Palm Beach
A doctor prescribes a stay in Palm Beach for health, noting worries over money as the issue. The patient asks what is wrong and the doctor suggests the prolonged stay will ease financial concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palm Beach
Naval officer faces awkward moment at ball
A naval officer introduces comrades to a pretty girl at a naval ball. The girl smiles and says she is in a fine mess, reflecting a tense social scene among the attendees.
Seventeenth Cousin Fame Sparks Quiet Boost for Woman
A peculiar trend described in a bygone column notes how distant relatives achieving sudden fame can unexpectedly lift a woman's profile. The piece observations highlight social curiosity and the ripple effects within small communities.
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Col. E. M. Blythe
State Capitol
Col. Blythe
Adjutant General’s Department
Inspector General's Department
Maj. J. Shapter Caldwell
Judge Advocate General's Department
Maj
F. H. Weston
Lexington Hills
Ay BH
D. Shuersy
Actibe
Bible Institute of Chicago
Moody
Ueww
Wwe
God
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