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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1911
Page
2
Ex president Porfirio Diaz departs Mexico under Huerta guard in Vera Cruz. Diaz bids farewell to loyal troops, vows willingness to lead if needed, and sheds tears as he reflects on decades of rule and the country’s future.
The excerpt notes that Lieutenant Elizaga is a brother in law of General Diaz and mentions Fernando Gonzales in connection with the military circle.
Word from Juarez reports Chihuahua legislature to elect Abraham Gonzales as provisional governor. Francisco I. Madero Jr. presents insurrecto cannon to El Paso at the international bridge as Mayor Kelly greets the event. Alberto Madero arrives to relay conditions about the city and troops.
In Juarez Mexico June 1 Senor Madero issues a manifesto to federals urging them to bury prejudice and join with the insurrectos for the country’s good He cites releasing prisoners from the Juarez battle and asks loyalty to the new government over old loyalties.
Rebel Arabs seize Abha the capital of Assyria and take 3000 Turkish troops as prisoners. Three batteries of artillery and additional forces fall into rebel hands.
State treasury balances show 732797.10 in cash and 18698679.03 in bonds on hand. Only 274956.79 remains in general revenue, and with a special legislative session and heavy expenses ahead the state will approach deficiency before summer.
Caucus considers wool tarrif changes with ad valorem duties replacing staged rates. Revenue impact shown as a slight $1.35 million cut, amid imports rising to about $150 million in year one. Bryan’s 1912 bid rumors spark Washington commentary on free raw wool stance and party unity.
Weather forecasts say this summer will run hotter than average. May saw a peak of 96 degrees in the shade, a May record tied only by 1901 and 1910 with earlier years showing 93 or lower readings.
Norman Tuv, son of M Tuv of 516 Waterstreet, disappeared after leaving home on May 28. Sheriff Tobin searches for him amid reports that larger boys convinced him to board an outgoing train. He is described as fair, blue eyed, with short white hair and distinctive clothing.
The two men debated whether an international steel body could set global prices. Mr Gary warned of a potential alliance aimed at stabilizing world steel prices, while noting Carnegie Steel’s pre corporate era status and current holdings in United States Steel stock and bonds.
Three Pullmans and an observation car of the Southwestern Limited from Memphis to Kansas City derailed and plunged over an embankment between La Cygne and Pleasanton Kansas. Initial reports indicate no fatalities though several passengers are injured.
Infantry brigades and Fourth field artillery plan an early morning march to Leon Springs for a new maneuver. Second brigade under General Maus leads at 5 a.m., First led by General Smith follows an hour later, with Third rear. Units bivouac at Eleven-Mile Hill and Bluemel's, while Fourth Artillery moves via Blanco road to Washer's ranch. Sanitary and engineering teams prepare water systems and piping. Payday delayed until division returns to Fort Sam Houston.
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