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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1913
Page
2
Bay City Texas resident Mr. T. W. Bell, a noted rice planter, asserts Vitalitas cured his constipation and indigestion after two bottles. He credits liver balance and toxin elimination for lasting relief and urges questioning the Vitalitas representative at Wagner's, 407 East Houston.
A 30 year old Mexican is in custody after allegedly holding up farmer Aurelio Serranto and trying to flee on a police horse. Officer Underwood intercepted the rider at sub police station No 2 on Guadalupe Street early Sunday. Serranto reported the robbery of a small amount of money and identified another Mexican as the assailant.
Galveston Texas November 17 The first inspector elected to this post begins medical inspection of public schools and pupils. He will review buildings and grounds and report changes for pupil health. Pupils will be checked for vision hearing and contagious diseases as needed. Dr William Gammon serves as inspector.
Reports from Gen. Pablo Gonzales say Constitutionalists clash with Federal forces in Victoria Tamaulipas with the city expected to fall. Federals reportedly plunder Guaymas banks totaling over 220000 pesos amid unpaid troops and demoralization. Obregon’s forces pursue in Sinaloa while Mazatlan may soon be attacked. Carranza plans to reorganize Sinaloa government after negotiations with Washington. Customs houses at Juarez and other ports opened as control shifts.
In Mexico City on November 17, Sir Lionel Carden said British residents were not ordered to leave but warned as a precaution in case evacuation becomes necessary. He stressed no imminent need, and that a warning would be issued in time. French minister Paul Lefevre said he planned no immediate departure and had issued no warning to French residents.
A seven hunter party spent three days near Bulverde and brought back two bucks yesterday afternoon. Bucks were killed by Albert V. Huth and Gus Heye. The party included Albert Steves Louis Heuermann Albert V. Huth Ed Toepperwein Emil Allerkamp Gus Heye and Dr E A Chatten. The Canadian Forestry Association notes 509 percent of Canada capable of growing timber crops.
Reports say General Huerta refuses to resign, framing it as life or death. Ministers Blanquet and Losano oppose Interior Minister Aldape and threaten to resign unless Aldape is removed. Aldape heads to Europe on a mission, with 200 soldiers accompanying, possibly to France. Nelson O Shaughnessy visited. Blanquet attended bull fights as recruiting rises in crowds.
Eight American families arrive in Vera Cruz reporting a general exodus under way. Rear Admiral Boush aboard the Louisiana notes Constitutionalists near Tuxpam and Tampico likely to attack. Commander Kittelle seeks release for 15 Americans at Tanguijo. An American named Devine, allied with Huerta, accompanies Mexican secret service men returning to Mexico City.
President Wilson stated the Mexican crisis has not reached a point to shutter the American embassy in Mexico City. He said Charge O Shaughnessy has not received passes or orders to return, and that Huerta’s removal remains likely though plans depend on peaceful resolution. Bryan orders Juarez executions probe. no mediation offered.
Eleven men were confirmed executed in Juarez after Villa seized the city, with estimates up to 23 killed reported by Americans. Bodies lay unburied in the rain as a new civil government forms. captures' clothing shortages affect the executed. Villa plans further maneuvers and replenishment, while Americans fear border trouble.
Retired Army sergeant P. J. Maloney of 1501 Burnet Street credits Plant Juice with curing extreme nervousness and stomach troubles. He says one bottle refreshed him, improved sleep, appetite, and energy and recommends it broadly. Sold at Fischer's Drug Store.
The state department directed Consul Edwards to press for the release of several Americans. Friends Ballin, reported in danger of execution, has been released at Juarez. Ballins life not in danger according to Consul Edwards. Rear Admiral Boush on the Louisiana ordered to obtain release of Americans detained at Tuxpam.
C L Ramsey of San Antonio along with 8S P Ballin and J R Palham of El Paso were jailed in Juarez by Federal forces and released last night by the Constitutionalist authorities now governing Juarez. Ramsey’s name does not appear in San Antonio city directories. Germany to Gather German fugitives from Tepic via cruiser Nuernberg is ordered to San Blas with private steamers to assist if needed.
Manuel Garza Aldape, recently resigning as minister of interior, arrived from Mexico City with his wife and children and boarded the steamer Ispane for Paris. Local officials escorted him to the quay as he declined questions and confirmed his duty as Mexican minister to France.
The San Antonio division reports a strike ending after workers won recognition of a joint committee from four orders. Trains resume, with No. 8 eastbound delayed to 1 pm for safety talks. Brotherhood leader J. P. McGinnis calls it a major labor victory and vows continued focus on satisfactory working conditions.
In Houston, Sunset Lines and Southern Pacific outline their consent to meet the joint committee of four organizations for amicable adjustment of grievances. They state all issues will be submitted to the board if not amicably settled and workers returning to service are promised protection of their positions. Public interest is emphasized in seeking a swift, harmonious resolution.
Washington November news reports termination of the Southern Pacific strike after the railroad and its employes accepted a mediation board proposal. The accord calls for the four unions to meet the railroad, with unresolved issues to go to the federal mediation board under the Newlands act if needed. President Wilson was informed, noting border patrol neutrality links to transport lines on the Mexican border.
In New Orleans on November 17, Southern Pacific strikers learned the dispute was settled earlier. A hurried meeting followed, and the workers returned to the yards ready to resume duties. Traffic movement from New Orleans is expected to restart this afternoon.
J M Patton superintendent of Richmond schools visits Austin to announce a new high school under construction valued at 25000 dollars due to rapid student growth. Also notes First Congregational Church Flushing plans Sunday vesper services using a moving picture theater for unsectarian programs with church quartet. California citrus crop estimated at 29000 cars lemons 2650 oranges 26285 cars.
Miss Natalie Lilly a stenographer for Vaughn Lumber Company and E H Tracy a clerk for I G N were injured when a livery auto went into a ditch on Pleasanton road yesterday afternoon. Lilly suffered a fractured collar bone Tracy received cuts. Two other occupants were injured but drivers escaped. Five or six cars traveled out to the country. the injured were brought to the city for treatment. Authorities cite rough road conditions as the cause.
Retaliation for Constitutionalist prisoner executions was offered as a possible reason for General Villa ordering at least two Federal prisoners executed at Juarez. Carranza headquarters denied specific orders but some thought Villa acted under earlier Carranza instructions. Negotiations between William Bayard Hale and Carranza officials reached a crucial stage after a last, cordial meeting.
After receiving a long Washington telegram Mr. Hale was expected to confer with the Carranza cabinet today and a definite announcement was anticipated after the meeting.
Special to the Light reports strong Confederate optimism as Pesqueira argues for an imminent Chihuahua seizure. Huerta escapes capture and Cabrera travels to Washington then joins Carranza, to be in his cabinet. The Juarez federal killings are justified as traitor executions.
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