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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1916
Page
2
General Trevino warned General Pershing of possible Mexican resistance as U S forces advance on the border. Pershing replied that he would act as he saw fit regardless of Trevino and warned that bandit activity last summer led by Aniceto Pizano and Luis de la Rosa may reoccur.
By the Associated Press El Paso Texas June 17 officers and soldiers hunkered in quarters streetcar service to Juarez halted US customs urged Americans not to cross the river tension seen on the Mexican side as civilians arm themselves and reports indicate recruitment gaining pace in northern Mexican cities no signs of trouble locally through the night
Washington reports warn that any troop movement toward the border could spark hostilities but the United States intends to keep its northern Mexico expedition. Pershing may act to protect his columns. no plan to advance south. State Department undecided on Carranza note and border mobilization while guard units are alerted.
San Antonio female college states no dancing allowed and promotes its select women of the state. A special 100 day pupil discount is offered with new catalog ready. Contact J. E. Harrison president or write R. F. D. 5, 6, San Antonio, telephone Tr. 1174.
General Funston relayed to the War Department that Bell at El Paso informed him and Pershing had been warned by Trevino, the Cartanza commander at Chihuahua, about any movement of the American expedition to the southwest or further actions.
Washington officials warned that eastward signals could trigger Mexican aggression and Pershing may hold lines while Funston reports on bandit activity. Major Gray’s cavalry failed to find the bandits after a border chase and two more prisoners were taken on the American side. Carranza allies claimed twenty men captured, while the U S note to Carranza is delayed for more details. The note will assert nonintervention unless attacks on American soil continue, with emphasis on impatience to act if required.
United States forces along the Mexican border and in Mexico are placed on high alert as tensions rise. General Trevino warned that any expeditionary force movement would be met with attack, prompting precautionary steps from Generals Bell, Mann, Greene and Parker. Troops cross into Mexican soil to pursue border bandits, while rumors of raids persist and coast artillery redeployments are ordered in anticipation of emergencies.
Cuero Texas June 17 The first upstream trip on the Guadalupe from the mouth to near Ot tine has been completed and the party returned as far as Cuero Friday Captain Frank Bauer and assistant Tom Smith in an 18 foot motor boat report progress to Frank P Sames They will continue to Port Lavaca today They found nets and wire traps destroyed fishing licenses issued and evidence of violations observed Bauer a deputy under the fish and oyster commissioner inspected conditions on the stream Left Port Lavaca May 10 the journey covered about 88 miles Cuero to Gonzales and back over rough water with a possible 350 cost this could be a long pleasure trip in the state The Mission dam near Prigon pasture obstructs the river and the Victoria Cuero leg proved difficult The trip may be logged with the department and completed it will mark a historic navigation feat on the Guadalupe river Both men remained in good health despite rough handling of the boat
London dispatch cites Alfred G. Gardner editor of the Daily News arguing the United States faces a decisive presidential election shaping the nation’s role in world affairs. He says preparedness aims to curb war, using America’s power to forge a new era of justice and world security, making the United States Europe’s savior.
In St Louis on June 17 the Democratic national committee adjourned after a lengthy session. Judge William Poindexter was sustained as national committeeman from Texas following a contest by Thomas G. B. Love who claimed an election count error. Andreas Crossas seated as Porto Rico committeeman. Dexter contested.
Battery B First Texas Artillery under Captain Claude V. Birkhead will begin drilling Monday night with preliminary foot drills until muster and equipment are ready. Over 140 recruits reported at the Gunter Hotel for muster and will press to reach full war strength of 171 by next Friday. The unit will join the Fourth of July celebration per accepted invitation.
George Copp Sr an English native who lived in Texas 60 years, mostly in Cotulla, died at a San Antonio hospital at 3 20 Saturday morning. Survived by three daughters and two sons. interment to be at Cotulla. Ss J Kelly a Texas native died at 2 25 Saturday morning in San Antonio hospital. Survived by widow and both parents. funeral at Francisco Street residence with burial in City Cemetery No 1.
Mrs Elizabeth C Nichols 83 died at home 605 Van Ness Street at 6 45 Saturday morning. A pioneer resident of San Antonio she lived here 34 years. Survived by two daughters Mrs H Harrington San Antonio and Mrs La Gage Pratt Washington DC and a son W C Nichols Tampico Mexico. Funeral services by Rev C W Weddell Travis Park Methodist Church. Interment Confederate Cemetery.
The funeral for Helen Rhodes, daughter of Mr and Mrs Walter Rhodes of Waco, will be conducted at 4 pm Sunday from her grandfather Frank Kunz’s home at 808 Houston Street. Burial will follow in Hermann Sons cemetery.
Mrs. Louisa Erwin, 62, died at a San Antonio hospital at 2 15 this Saturday. A Texas native, she had been in San Antonio only weeks, traveling from Santa Anna for health. Shelley-Loring Undertaking Co holds the body awaiting relatives in Santa Anna. Mrs. Guadalupe Miranda de la Fuentes, 50, died at 5 30 Saturday morning in a San Antonio hospital. She resided at 229 Grove Avenue, survived by husband and one daughter, Mary. Guerra Undertaking Co will hold a 5 30 Saturday funeral, with interment at San Fernando cemetery.
Sheney Loring Undertaking Co offers automobile equipment services and supplies in Ft. Roth, aiming to assist motorists with parts, maintenance, and related gear. Local directory listing shows business focus and location details.
Francisco de Leon, eleven, dubbed mascot by raiders, is jailed in Laredo as a witness in the San Ignacio raid investigation. He was captured near San Ignacio after being brought from Mexico by the bandits and cannot recall his home, while officers seek to map the gang’s movements before U S. troops arrived. The boy, found half starved and in blue rompers with a khaki Carranza coat, may offer crucial details.
A short patient testimonial from Summers Holdredge Neb. describes contracting a severe cough and cold and finding relief after taking Foley's Honey and Tar. The speaker asserts one dose calmed coughing overnight and a second dose led to full recovery in two days, praising the product for soothing and healing, including for children.
London dispatch reports the Russian center breaking Austrian lines north of Buczacz on the Strypa river with 6000 prisoners taken. Speed of advance slows on wings in Volhynia toward Kovet Junction while secrecy and supply concerns shape next moves and focus shifts to destroying enemy military power.
Berlin reports Austro-Hungarian troops south of the Dniester in Galicia defeated a Russian cavalry force. New battles begin along the Volhynia front with clashes in the Stokhod and Styr sectors. General von Linsengen and Count von Bothmer’s forces are noted in ongoing actions against Russian units.
Paris reports a German assault on French positions at Avecourt with grenades during last night. Intense bombardment near Le Mort Homme and a violent shelling of Hill 425 east of Thain precede French infantry penetrating first and second lines in the Vosges and taking several German prisoners.
Italian forces report capturing Mulga Fossetta and Monte Magari positions between Frenzela valley and Marcesina. 203 Austrian prisoners taken along with six guns and four machine guns. War department release states Italian gains broaden the advance on the front. Travellers Hotel advertises dinner and sea lunches at roof garden 7 to 9:30 p.m. daily.
In Dallas Texas on June 17 it was announced that first baseman Thompson and pitcher Bono quit the club due to illness. Thompson returned to Ohio and Bono to Missouri. Infielder Carroll has been signed again by Dallas. ble d hote dinner 75c and delicates, lunches and refreshments available 7 to 9 30 p m daily.
An old ad offers a $75.35 round trip from an unspecified location to New York with versatile routing options. It mentions rail segments and turning locomotives under Southern Pacific branding as part of the fare deal.
Mrs. A M Graham won the women s sweepstakes golf tournament Saturday morning at the San Antonio Country Club with a gross 58 and net 48 on nine holes. Mrs. Robert M Silsbee took second with a gross 57 and net 52. Eighteen players competed including Mrs E R Gafford and Miss Valencia Mafferty. Golf pro Barney Kelly will vacation six weeks then play in the national open at Minnehaha. }
Alexander Howat, president of the Kansas District of the United Mine Workers, wins 7000 in a jury verdict against Joseph Hazen of Mulberry Kansas. The panel awards 3500 in compensatory and 3500 in punitive damages. Keith and Central Coal and Coke Co. ruled in favor in separate parts of the suit. Jury was out two days after a four week trial.
Athens report says entente allies are reinforcing and broadening their demands on Greece in response to anti entente demonstrations in Athens last Monday. The move follows rising tensions and aimed to secure compliance amid the political upheaval and international pressure.
London reports the British destroyer Eden was sunk last night in the English Channel after an engagement. Thirty-one crew members were saved while three officers are missing. Eden, 655 tons, 220 feet, built 1908, speed 26 knots, armed with four 3 inch guns and two 18 inch torpedo tubes.
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