All Guard Troops Rush to Border
Texas militia mobilization continues as Battery A, First Texas Field Artillery moves by train to Brownsville to join border stations under General James Parker. The last unit is dispatched while pontoon equipment arrives in San Antonio for engineer troops with Fort Sam Houston assignments.
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San Antonio
Texas Field Artillery
Brownsville
James Parker
Texas Militia
Fort Sam Houston
National Guard
Washington, D. C
Army to Lease Warehouses for Militia and Mexican Contingencies
The U S Army HQ opened negotiations to lease several large warehouses to store supplies for militia troops and possible Mexican contingency. Maj. Frank C Boggs will oversee procurement, joined by Secretary John B Carrington and Capt. Frederick W Van Duyne who toured local warehouses Friday. Additional space on Commerce Street and Comal Street with rail access was secured as the government doubles its quarters in the quadrangle.
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Mexico
United States Army Headquarters Department
Frank C. Boggs
Panama Canal
John B. Carrington
Chamber of Commerce
Frederick W. van Duyne
Southern Pacific
Commerce Street
Comal Street
International & Great Northern Railroad
van Duyne
Engineering Corps
Army supplies association to curb price tilt
Representing War Department and army officers, large dealers in army and national guard supplies plan a food exchange to stabilize prices. Colonel A L Smith says the department may seek Congress approval to buy army goods without advertising for bids, with backing from Major General Wood and the quartermaster corps.
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New York
Army
National Guard
War Department
A. L. Smith
Quartermaster Corps
Wood
Congress
Illinois Mustering as Cavalry to Enter U S Service
Chicago June 23 Major General Thomas H Barry awaiting Washington directives that 5000 state troops be mustered into federal service and sent to the Mexican border. Illinois troops should begin mustering today with the first cavalry of the Illinois guards likely to be the initial unit activated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Thomas H. Barry
General Department
United States Army
Washington
Illinois Guards
Nebraska National Guard Ordered to the Border
Lincoln Nebraska June 23 governor Morehead announced the entire Nebraska national guard is to be sent to the border. He says the move follows a War Department order directing mobilization to points designated by General Funston. Expected strength is about 1200 troops with public details limited.
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Lincoln
Neb
Nebraska National Guard
Morehead
Secretary of War
Funston
Feared Fate Of Captain Boyd’s Gumiang In Carrizal Action
Army officers fear Captain Boyd’s command was annihilated or surrounded by Mexican troops after the Carrizal engagement. Mexican reports claim 12 killed and 35 40 wounded with 17 prisoners. Boyd’s two troops likely left without horses, moving wounded on improvised stretchers. Stragglers’ report supports belief of a treacherous attack on Boyd’s column.
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General Pershing
Carrizal
Boyd
Captain Boyd
General Peshing
Pershing
Rotary Luncheon Promotes On to Cincinnati Plan
The Friday noon Rotary gathering at the St. Anthony Hotel celebrated On to Cincinnati Day as San Antonio Rotarians weigh attendance at the International Rotary convention in July. J W Hucker presided, with speakers detailing preparations for the city’s delegation and plans to stage a stunt at a noontime lunch in Cincinnati.
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Rotary Club
Cincinnati
Herbert Wallace
Paul M. Peck
Frank M. Lewis
Max Blum
Harry L. Miller
Dainty Blouses At Bargain Prices For Summer Wear
Attractive blouses priced at $1 offer new, charming summer styles in sheer white or color trim with lace. Three groups under value include lingerie and silk blouses normally priced $2.50 to $6.95. First Floor.
Silk fabrics go on sale at anniversary price
All silk Tussah offered at $1 per yard in natural shade and printed coin dot pattern. Widths are thirty-six and thirty-three inches. Described as firm weave, good weight, suitable for sports suits dresses skirts dust coats waists and men's suits. Second Floor display.
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Copenhagen
School project bids and rail schedule from San Antonio
Contractors bids for South Side High School at Garden and Bismark streets due July 3 1916 with 5000 dollar certified check required. Plans at Associated Architects offices Alfred Giles Company Carl von Seutter. Right to reject bids. Also daily sleepers to Memphis and Chicago and California National Guard mobilization to the Mexican border with 5000 men ready to entrain by Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Side
Garden
Bismark
State Bank & Trust Company
Associated Architects
Alfred Giles Company
Carl von Seutter
San Antonio
Texas
Potter's Linoleums Take Favorable Stance Across Homes
Potter's linoleums gain favor for smooth easy cleaning long wearing surface. Noted for resilient filler that yields quiet walking and noiseless underfoot in homes and shops.
Silk Lisle Hosiery Specials and Stock List
Silk lisle hosiery regular 50c quality 37c complete size assortment in black. Pure silk hosiery $1 black or white with lisle garter tops heels toes soles. Silk lisle novelty 59c white with black stripes all sizes. Bathing stockings 10c cotton lisle black 10c pair. (First Floor).
Footwear Styles Highlighted as Quality and Value
Patent leather, dull and bronze kid, and black and white combos showcase well made shoes. Some pairs are priced at twice their selling price, underscoring perceived value and craftsmanship.
Porch and Morning Dresses Special 1.45
Carefully designed dresses offer a smart distinctive look with cool lawn fabrics in colorings. Deep white organdie collars, sacks and embroideries, and patch pockets on the skirt enhance the style.
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