Vitalitas touted as cure for rheumatism and digestion
Mrs. S. M White of Fort Worth testifies Vitalitas relieved severe rheumatism allowing her to move freely and eat normally. She claims the tonic treats indigestion nervous debility and various stomach liver and blood ills with rapid effects and reports ongoing cures from its use. Investigate Vitalitas at Wagner's drug store and elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. M White
Burnette Street
Fort Worth
Vitalitas
Wagner’s
Opium Use in the Philippines Declared Curtailed
A report to Brigadier General McIntyre from the Philippines collector of internal revenue states opium consumption among Filipinos is largely checked if not eradicated. It says opium use is confined to a small group of confirmed users, mainly Chinese, who persist in the vice and will go to great lengths to obtain it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
McIntyre
Bureau of Insular Affairs
Collector of Internal Revenue
Philippines
New York National Guard Ready Within 24 Hours
In New York City about 10 000 guardsmen would volunteer and be ready to entrain or embark within 24 hours, per officers of the National Guard. Brigadier General John Eddy said the guards were better trained and equipped than in 1898 and no special preparations would be needed for a civilian aid call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
National Guard
New York City
John Eddy
National Guards
Controversy Ahead Over Army Canteen Resolution
Washington April 20 A heated debate is expected at the Daughters of the American Revolution annual meeting over last year's resolution to restore the army canteen Temperance groups led by the National Anti-Saloon League launched a campaign to rescind and urged chapters to support reversal William H Anderson NY State Superintendent of the league said delegates may not have understood the impact and that action may be revised after Congress acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Daughters of the American Revolution
National Anti-Saloon League
William H. Anderson
Anti-Saloon League of
New York
Anderson
Flotilla Ordered Out From Pensacola in War Prep
Early orders directed a group of torpedo boat destroyers and two tenders to sail this afternoon to join Rear Admiral Badger’s fleet in the gulf and accompany it to Tampico. The battleship Mississippi carries 600 marines and sails for Tampico with the Birmingham scout cruiser and four hydro planes. The Birmingham hopes to beat hostilities to Tampico to direct operations, while a heavy storm hindered wireless contact with the Arkansas. Dixie will accompany the force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pensacola
Fla
Badger
Gulf
Tampico
Mississippi
Birmingham
Arkansas
Dixie
Curiosity Justified
A playful exchange prompts reflection on age and fascination as a woman’s charm is discussed. The Philadelphia Record frames the query in a light, witty tone, suggesting curiosity about age and appeal without asserting a verdict.
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Philadelphia
Army and Navy Mobilize Transports for Mexican Crisis
Southern Department orders Galveston transports to carry about 8000 Second division troops to Tampico and Vera Cruz with thirty days rations. Four ships, each 2000 capacity, may depart Tuesday under Colonel Johnson. Border patrol shifts unlikely. federal troops at three frontier towns ready, with potential crossings if war comes.
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Southern Department
Houston
Galveston
Texas City
Huerta
Rio Grande
Troops Ready to Entrain for the South from Central Division
About 1500 cavalry and six batteries of field guns in the central division are prepared to entrain within twelve hours for the south. Four Fifth cavalry troops sit at Fort Sheridan and Fort Leavenworth, with 700 men at Fort Riley and five field batteries at Port Riley, while the First Cavalry Illinois National Guard reports readiness on three days notice. The Scare Club of Illinois is coordinating with rest of major volunteer units to be at the government’s disposal in case of war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
United States
South
Fifth Cavalry
Fort Sheridan
Fort Leavenworth
Kan
Fort Riley
Port Riley
Fort Sneiling
Mini
First Cavalry
Illinois National Guard
Ficas
I Inolga
Viators
America
Herve
Atny
Texas Guards Ready for Possible Mexican Situation
Governor Colquitt and Adjutant General Hutchings discussed Texas National Guard mobilization if the Mexican situation worsens. Col onel Oscar Guessaz warned of potential trouble in San Antonio near Market Square, where the armory sits. Hutchings refused to move the armory or to evacuate. commanders were told to guard the armory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Colquitt
Hutchings
Texas National Guard
Oscar Guessaz
San Antonio
Market Square
Transports Ready in Galveston Harbor for 10 000 Troops
Provisions and medical supplies for 10 000 men for 30 days are loaded on four army transports in Galveston harbor. Kilpatrick McKinley McClellan and Sumner are prepared but awaiting sailing orders. Fifth Infantry from Houston is the first regiment to depart, with others due this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
Tex
Kilpatrick
McKinley
McClellang
Sumner
Fon
Houston
Huerta Praised by Federals in Piedras Negras Parade
In Eagle Pass Federal officers cheered Huerta after reports he refused to salute the flag. A military band paraded and bulletins claimed Huerta called the Yankee bluff. The Constitutionalists in Eagle Pass passed resolutions of regret and warned intervention would not change their neutrality under any U.S. action.
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Huerta
Eagle Pass
Tex
Piedras Negras
Tampico
Junta
United States
Condi Huerta
Republic of Mexico
Office of Foreign Relations
Charge D'Affaires
Mexico
U S Charge d Affaires Delivers Wilson Ultimatum in Mexico City
The United States charge d affaires in Mexico City has conducted talks with Huerta and presented the Wilson administration's ultimatum. He stays in the capital to safeguard American interests and citizens.
Wilson Appeals for Restraint in Mexican Crisis
President Wilson urges no war with Mexico and asks Congress for approval to use force only to secure U S rights and dignity amid Huerta’s regime. He stresses friendship with Mexicans, respect for their self rule, and seeks advisory consent from Senate and House.
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Huerta
Mexico
Congress
Senate
House
United States
Comments in England on Mexican situation
London dispatch reports the Daily Express and The Times weighing in on President Wilson and Secretary Bryan’s pursuit of peace and possible intervention. The Washington correspondent says Congress and public opinion back the president, predicting inevitable intervention with reluctance due to entanglements.
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London
The
Daily Express
Wilson
Bryan
America
Villa
the Times
General Scott
Cruz
Washington
Congress
Seeeks to Uphold Honor of Nation by Harbor Vessels Action
The city remains quiet as merchant ships leave the harbor. A stiff norther hindered launch communication with American war vessels off the port. Commander Hughes boarded the Spanish ship and spoke with its commander while allied warships waited. Consul Canada asks American and foreign women to seek refuge aboard ships in the harbor, preferably the Mexico or the Esperanza chartered by the navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes
Canada
Mexico
Ward Line
United States Navy
Border unrest prompts telegrams pleading for troops
Messages from Texas officials report rising danger near the border. Mercedes Mayor RE E Sullivan says Mexicans threaten the area and requests troops as the population of 2500 lacks firearms. Sheriff J J Allen of Sanderson asks for rifles and ammo for 60 home guards, but the governor says arms are reserved for the guard and cannot be sent now.
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Austin
Tex
Colquitt
RE. E. Sullivan
Mercedes
J. J. Allen
Sanderson
Wilson reassures no war with Mexico amid crisis
At the White House President Wilson told reporters there is no war outlook with Mexico and that the United States will not fight the Mexican people. He plans to ask Congress for authority to address the situation and maintain firmness to avoid war.
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Washington, D. C
Mexico
White House
Wilson
United States
Congress
Prominent Nuevo Laredo Mexicans Condemn Huerta Action
Several well known Mexicans in Nuevo Laredo deplore the turn of affairs and disapprove Huerta's action while insisting they are government sympathizers. They seek an amicable settlement with the United States. Laredo remains quiet but alert, with army officers hopeful for possible invasion action.
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Laredo
Tex
Nuevo Laredo
Huerta
United States
Mexico
Intervention Is Pleasing Europeans Say London Papers
London newspapers debate Mexico crisis with mixed views. The Westminster Gazette warns war is likely or a military operation, while Pall Mall Gazette doubts Americans should risk peril. The Globe links Huerta’s move to a united front against the U.S. threat, and the Evening Standard urges intervention as Britain fears losing $300,000,000 invested in Mexico under American supervision.
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London
Mexico
Westminster Gazette
William Gladstone
Pall Mall Gazette
Globe
Huerta
United States
Stanard
Great Britain
War rumors discussed in New York trading
The Mexican situation dominated conversations in the financial district on April 20 while stocks opened weak but traders held no real unease. Attention focused on the president's forthcoming message to Congress and sentiment leaned bearish awaiting new developments.
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New York
Financial
Wall Street
Congress
Ward Line Mexico Chartered as Refugee Transport
The navy department chartered the Ward liner Mexico now in Mexican gulf waters for a refugee ship at Tampico. The War Department took options on several ships to be used as transports.
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Ward Liner
Mexico
Washington, D. C
Navy Department
Ward
Mexican Gulf
Tampico
War Department
Policeman Reports Plant Juice Relief For Digestive Ailments
A patrolman on a 24 hour shift, Ike Callahan of 215 St Joseph Street, credits Plant Juice with curing his long stomach trouble and biliousness. He urges others feeling nervous or fatigued to try it. Fischer's drug store stocks the product.
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Sueh
Ike Callahan
St. Joseph Street
Fischer’s
Simmering Tampico Salute Dispute Portrait
Prolonged exchange over the Tampico incident centers on President Huerta and Rear Admiral Mayo. The Mexican government rejects a protocol for a reciprocal salute while pledging an unconditional salute by Mexico and the United States. American officials press for a 21 gun salute and simultaneous actions, as Huerta remains cool to the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Admiral Mayo
Mayo
Huerta
American Congress
United States
Port Tampico
Zaragoza
Dolphin
Armory Guards as Governor Refuses Move Amid Tense Riot Rumors
Governor Colquitt rejects moving the militia armory from the market house after a report of potential riots. Adjutant General Hutchings talked with Mayor Brown, who said no evidence of trouble exists. Generals urge guards at the armory, while Brown and police chiefs expect no incidents in the Mexican quarter.
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Texas National Guard
Hutchings
Austin
Colquitt
Brown
Hutchins
Early Birds Buy Norwell Land as Prices Set to Rise
An advertisement argues for buying Norwell Texas real estate before May 4 when prices will jump. Lots left for 75 or less 50 and 25 dollars with 20 percent down and 20 percent monthly payments. cash saves 10 percent. The copy touts Norwell as on a new railroad line in productive farming country with guaranteed development and freight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Norwell
Townsite Department Notice for 229 East Houston St
Public notice from the Townsite Department regarding property actions at 229 East Houston Street in San Antonio Texas. Details on filing requirements and deadlines follow in official notice text.
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S. A. Hopkins
East Houston St
San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
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Rotary Club
Washer Bros. Co
New Earth
Daughters of American Revolution
Timothy Jimson
ARMY
NAVY
EXAS
Mexico City
Nelson O'Shaughnessy
MR. Wilson
Admirsl Mayo
Huertistas
England
London Times
U. S
London Evening Standard
Foreign Office
Chapultepec Park
Dents
Saul Wolfson
Militia Armory
Children Org
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