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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1913

Page

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Madero reports revolution crisis in Mexico City

Mexican Consul in Laredo transmits President Madero’s account of a failed attempt by Gen Gregario Ruiz and a unit of the First Regiment of Infantry to free imprisoned revolutionaries. The palace was briefly seized before surrender is forced. Gen Garcia Pena and Gen Lauro Villar direct forces. Reyes killed. Garcia Pena wounded. Madero assumes command, pledging legal action.

Laredo Tex Antonio Lozano Madero Fass Everts Garrigon Gregario Ruiz Miltary Arillers Lauro Villar Garcia Pena Guneral Paice Bernardo Reyes Gregorio War Treasury Jessi Maderowi Laura

Mexican exile unrest grows in San Antonio over Diaz Madero struggle

Mexican political refugees in San Antonio report increasing turmoil as Diaz and Madero factions vie for control of Mexico. Rumors claim Diaz holds power, Madero may have fled, and the federal army shifts allegiance. Wires to Mexico reopen, sending hurried updates while families fear for relatives’ safety amid the border chaos.

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Warships to Mexican ports amid Mexico City confusion

United States warships may be credited to Mexican ports within hours as Ambassador Wilson reports chaotic conditions in Mexico City and the White House weighs intervention. Nashville sails toward Central American waters while El Paso forms a citizen posse to defend against any border upheaval.

Mexican Revolt Seizes Capital Amid Fierce Palace Battle

Rebels led by Diaz and Reyes surged through Mexico City's Zocalo in a day of brutal fighting. The assault on the National Palace left hundreds dead or wounded, as civilians and Americans faced heavy fire and shelling while the government scrambled to hold the capital. General Reyes was killed, and Colonel Diaz escaped to join the revolt, with Zapata's forces nearby and reports of broader uprisings in Zacatecas and other states.

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Mutiny Ripples Through Mexican Cities Amid Revolt

Dispatches report garrisons at Monterey San Luis Potosi Saltillo and Vera Cruz mutinied against the Madero regime. Gustavo Madero taken hostage as mutineers seize control in parts of the capital while loyalists hold others. General Villar wounded amid fierce fighting near the seden prison after Diaz and Reyes were freed.

el Pats la Lribuna Monterey San Li S Potosi Saitilto Vera Cruz Huta Madero Gustavo Madero Provident Madero Villar Seden Diaz Reyes

Mexican Troops in Chihuahua Hold Quiet as Revolt Spreads

reports from El Paso say Chihuahua City garrison of over 600 under Colonel Francis Vasquez remains loyal to Madero while word of the revolt in Mexico City spreads. Defections among federal troops are expected, with preparations for American forces entering Mexico and Diaz reportedly leading the rebellion in Mexico City.

EL Paso Tex Tech Chitwahua Mexico Felix Diay Juarez Franciey Vasquez Madero Chihuahua City Ameritae Durces Willcone Diaz Mexico City

Mexican turmoil unsettles investors and leaders react

Bankers and mining and railroad executives in New York react to the Mexican insurrection and apparent overthrow of the Diaz government. Investors express relief that foreign capital flows may not be disrupted, while mining experts warn operations may pause in several states. Reports from Laredo and San Antonio note Diaz’s supporters and fears of unrest, with observers predicting a temporary Diaz could regain control but urging constitutional government to avoid wider chaos.

New York Williamy P. Witridge Mexican Northwestern Railtroad Alexia Mortimer L. Schitl Hawk Tie Kuhn, Lori & Company Mexico

Traffic Not Interrupted Between Laredo and Mexico City

Neahge Lines reports traffic on the Laredo Mexico City route remains largely continuous. Agent E Muensenberger says there is no official word of service cessation despite a renewed Mexican capital flare up. Tourism to Mexico has fallen, while cross border trade through El Paso and border towns shows disruptions.

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Rebels March on Monterey Reporters Move Toward City

Monclova reports rebels advancing toward Monterey with uncertain resistance. Officials indicate a standard march schedule and doubt significant opposition, as details from the defense line surface amid conflicting notes.

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