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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1912
Page
1
Juarez garrison forms line of battle a mile south of Ciudad Juarez as federal troops approach. Noncombatants begin exodus to the U S side while a special train carries scouts toward Chihuahua to intercept incoming troops. Windows are shuttered and looting fears rise as fighting looms.
Texas Governor Colquitt warns President Taft he will take drastic steps to protect El Paso residents from Mexican firing across the border near Juarez. He disbanded extra rangers, asks federal war department guidance, and urges Mexican authorities to stop cross border shooting. He notified El Paso Chamber of Commerce president W Clayton and Captain Hughes of the ranger force.
Emilio Vasquez Gomez, believed by reports to move toward Juarez as a revolutionary figure, says he is a man of ideas not arms and will not take part in fighting. He criticizes Madero as faithless to San Luis Potosi, and asserts his peaceful stance while at 501 South Presa Street, San Antonio.
El Paso report says a portion of the Chihuahua garrison mutinied and a battle has raged all day. Loyal troops defend the city while Juarez’ fall is not yet assured. Consul Llorente notes Orozco is en route with forces to retake Juarez.
Reports from El Paso say federal troops approach Juarez with several hundred men. Juarez defenders led by Colonel Estrada promise to fight outside the city as rebels and roving guards create chaos. Orozco is rumored with the federals in disguise, stirring distrust among Juarez troops.
El Paso dispatch says mutineers reinstate former officers with orders to seek soldiers’ permission for actions. Troops on the north bank await, while mutineers demand President Madero guarantee no dismissal of General Pasqual Orozco and replacement of Diaz-era officials. Streetcar service between El Paso and Juarez remains suspended.
Inspector R W Dowe of Eagle Pass reports in San Antonio that news of General Orozco quitting Madero’s service stirred unease in Piedras Negras across the Rio Grande. He notes the tension has eased and life returned to normal, but stresses Orozco’s influence among Mexicans and the need for Madero’s support.
A February 1 1912 proclamation from the revolutionary camp in Chihuahua names Emilio Vasquez Gomez as provisional president and denounces Francisco I Madero. It lists Louis Fernandez and L Salazar as northern forces chiefs and names the junta members. El Paso mayor asks Taft for U S protection of American interests.
President Madero and his cabinet acknowledge the Zapata revolt has become the era’s most formidable threat. A cabinet meeting reviewed the Juarez uprising and the broad campaign against Zapatistas, linking the Juarez mutiny to the larger rebellion.
A telegram from Fort Bliss in El Paso says Orozco with 800 troops is en route to Juarez. The message notes uncertainty whether they join mutineers or attack them and warns of possible outcomes. Major Scott and Gen Duncan are coordinating border measures to ready reinforcements if needed.
Foreign Minister Manuel Calero said it would not surprise him if Emiliano Vasquez Gomez, former interior minister, was involved in the Juarez revolt and Zapata rebellion. He inclined to credit Gomez with wisdom rather than participation, noting a proclamation circulated among Juarez troops naming him provisional president.
Associate Justice Hughes presented the postal rate commissions report on second class rates to President Taft. The contents were not released. Taft planned to send a message to Congress with recommendations on whether to retain the second class rate.
Mutineers at Juarez march to clash with federal forces as revolts unfold in Chihuahua. Emilio Vasquez Gomez is reported proclaimed president amid mounting fighting. Juarez residents flee toward the United States as Governor Colquitt seeks federal protection for El Paso from Mexican fire.
Advices indicate O S Mounsey, head of the foreign financial syndicate backing the San Antonio Rockport and Mexican Railway project, will arrive in Texas in January to review the proposed route and finances. He will assess contract readiness and may finalize finance and construction deals if satisfied. William Pattinson, contractor head, also plans to come to Texas to inspect surveys and arrange initial construction steps.
For San Antonio and vicinity the forecast calls for a fair spell tonight and Saturday. The pattern suggests dry skies with rising temperatures and light winds, ideal for outdoor plans and events in the region.
At 8 a m observations show St Louis 8 with NW wind and warmth expected Saturday. Chicago 10 with NW wind remains cold. Milwaukee 0 clear winds north. St Paul 14 below with NW wind. Kansas City 10 clear. New York 26 with snow tonight. Boston 20 clear with snow tonight. Washington 32 cloudy NW wind unsettled tonight and Saturday.
The San Antonio Light asserts that any AP wire content carried in full or in part by other papers is unauthorized and lacks basis, affirming the Light as the sole local recipient and distributor of Associated Press material.
Mexican Consul Llorente in El Paso says there is fighting in Chihuahua with part of the garrison in rebellion and loyal troops attempting to subdue the rebels. He cites advice from Chihuahua acting Governor Gonzales and notes fighting near the penitentiary.
A mob of about 150 men assaulted the Chihuahua penitentiary at dawn. Guards under Captain Salgado repelled them after two hours of fighting with troops reinforcement. Three rural guards including Captain Silvario Orozco were killed and a 100 man rural guard detachment held the state palace as fighting stopped at 11. General Orozco ordered a ceasefire as rebels withdrew to a distance.
In Chihuahua on February 2, reports list Captain Gutierrez and a sergeant among the defenders killed. Rebels’ casualties are unknown. Defenders wore white armbands to distinguish themselves amid early fighting confusion. Passenger service on the Mexican Northwestern railroad is abandoned after track destruction near Casa Blanca, 135 miles away.
Mexico City reports an assault on the Chihuahua penitentiary to free Antonio Rojas and his Henchmen who surrendered at Moris after revolting near the Dolores mines. Juan Alatorro was also targeted. Captain Mendoza led the mob, once rural guard, discharged by General Orozco. No official result by 11:30 AM.
Reports from El Paso say fighting between rebels and Madero loyalists continued through the day in Chihuahua. The conflict began at 7 am with rumors Emilio Vasquez Gomez will arrive to be proclaimed president in Juarez as the state mobilizes to join the revolt.
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