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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1915
Page
8
A plan described to establish a training camp similar to Plattsburg to prepare volunteers as officers. It would be run by the War Department in the Midwest, with instruction for men to qualify as officers in a volunteer army.
Dispatches from Washington report that U S policy toward Mexico remains steady under Secretary Daniels. Fleet movements and orders for ships, including the carrier and battleships, are routine with no new Southward deployment planned. Carranza’s government quotes indicate protests against foreign interference but reaffirm Pan American solidarity and a desire for peaceful development.
In Vera Cruz Aug 1 First Chief Venustiano Carranza receives a satisfactory reply from Argentina confirming acceptance of the conference invitation with assurance there will be no discussion of Mexico's domestic affairs or armed intervention under any circumstances. Ministers Broglia and Guatemalan sail for New Orleans then Washington. Brazilian minister may head to Rio de Janeiro due to health. anti foreign demonstrations denied.
A cablegram from Vera Cruz, via General Gomez, states that foreigners are not in danger and that the Constitutionalist government guarantees life and property to whites. A second dispatch from the Constitutionalist foreign minister denies anti foreign demonstrations but notes criticism of peaceful acts in the United States and Latin America.
Dispatches describe Elio Aricedoruo signaling to Secretary of State and Latin American reps about ongoing conferences. Carranza’s government resists comment while U S involvement sparks fears of Latin unity strain. In Laredo, 1000 troops reinforce the border as 130 rifles and 264,026 rounds sit held by U S Treasury, delaying reexport of Carrancista war materiel.
From Rio de Janeiro Aug 12 reports say Pan American republics press for Mexico talks as Bolivia Brazil and others monitor a Washington conference. Brazilian chamber seeks official information on negotiations while Gazeta de Notici ng critiques pledges against action and notes US influence may shape a reconciliation candidate for Brazil's presidency.
Chimuara Mexico Aug 12 dispatch reports American warships New Hampshire and Louisiana leaving Newport signaling possible U S intervention in Mexico. Foreign minister Dinx Lontharda reads the telegram in Ole Villa cabinet and notes tension. A Japanese envoy joins the cabinet reshuffle under Prime Minister Monn Okun Hanet.
Report states three additional bandits were killed on the border during counterinsurgency actions. An officer was wounded in a clash near Armstrong and Texas towns as hundreds of Mexicans dispersed after the engagement. A federal investigator, identified as Coste Router Reanes, was detained in association with depredations along the border.
Aug refugees near Liwasvilla report rising bandit raids by Taidy srt, prompting families to move to Corpus Christi and gulf coast towns. Ranchers abandon homes, guard posts increase, with blame placed on Mexican bands stirring unrest and raiders demanding high wages.
A gathered group of 51 citizens from diverse political views in Brownsville Texas issue a statement to the Associated Press denying any political feud behind brigandage in Cameron and Hidalgo counties. They pledge cooperation with authorities to restore order and protect families and property and send telegrams to General Funston and the War Department.
Gov Mer gus of Texas asks President Wilson to take up federal trooper murder in Lone Star border area. Texas official urges swift action amid alleged threats and rising violence. The appeal stresses danger to citizens and property as tensions mount along the Rin Grande frontier.
The Latin American Association of Buenos Aires adopts a resolution denouncing ambition of certain Latin American leaders toward intervention in Mexico. It criticizes foreign troop landings in Haiti and protests interventions by outside powers, urging restraint and nonintervention.
Washington news notes that the War Department asked American munitions manufacturers for data on plant capacity in case of emergency. Officials say no purchases are planned and the move follows standard practice to ensure steady supply beyond Arsenal output as Congress anticipates naval defences needs. A separate report recounts a freight train wreck near Leming causing a farmer to die after being thrown from a wagon, with Ben Arnold, a long-time resident, among the injured.
Vitalitas is described as a pure nature product free of harmful drugs. Promoted for many ailments including stomach, liver, kidneys, bowels, and joints it is said to desus exvigorates and strengthen. The ad notes dramatic worldwide attention and that bottles are available at Sommec's drug store with a request for information by mail.
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