Mexican forces seek U S crossing to pursue Villa bandits
A Mexican note through Consul Silliman asks Washington for permission for Mexican troops to cross into U S soil to pursue Francisco Villa's bandits along the border. Carranza's government indicates a reciprocal crossing agreement could ease actions and quell incursions, citing past U S Mexico accords.
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Washington, D.C
Genral Carrante
Carranza
Mexico
Silliman
Guadalajara
Jesus Acuna
John W. Belt
Siliman
Department of State
Columbus
MN. M
Francisco Villa
Bandit Raid Hits American Foreman Home near Columbus
Seventeen mounted Mexicans raided the home of T A Blankenship the Malpais section foreman east of Columbus New Mexico. The family escaped through the rear and hid in the brush until daylight. The train was flagged and the family taken to El Paso. The raiders reportedly crossed into Mexico. Mrs J Z Moore wounded in the Columbus raid Friday is listed in critical condition though not believed fatal.
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Columbus
MN. M
T. A. Blankenship
Malpais
N. M
Paso
Mexico
Mra J. Z. Moore
Morehead Nominated as Democratic Vice Presidential Candidate
Lincoln Nebraska March 11 Governor John B. Morehead consented to be a candidate for the vice presidential nomination on the Democratic ticket. Chas W Bryan brother of W J Bryan signed the petition and Morehead will visit other states.
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Lincoln
Neb
John Bh. Morehead
Chas W. Bryan
W. 3. Bryy
Morehead
Fear Villa Campaign May Lead To Vast Uprising
Washington reports fear that the expedition to get Villa could trigger a large Mexican uprising. Analysts expect Villa to rally thousands, leading to intensified fighting and possible American troop increases. Discussion of calling national guard units from Iowa and others if needed grows.
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Fear Villa
Mormons Flee Toward Border as Bandit Threat Grows
El Paso reports 540 Mormon colonists near Casas Grandes face danger from Villa’s band of about 300 followers at La Ascencion. Carranza guards plan to escort refugees by train north, while El Paso police detain Villa agents and seize arms amid tense border security. dili
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EL Paso
Tex
Casas Grandes
Chihuahua City
Gavira
Pfuarez
Chihuahua
Villa
Lua Ascencion
Carranza
Casas Grandea
la Ascencion
Villa Sli
Paso
la Constitution
United States
Fort Bliss
Mexico
National Guards May See Service in Mexico War
Washington March 13 It is unlikely that four militia units will be drafted for service in Mexico unless further complications arise. State militias would be the first to volunteer with many regiments joining the effort. Regulars will be sufficient to pursue Villa but a larger force may be needed if general intervention is pursued.
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Washington, D. C
Mexico
Villa
Carranza
Funston
Hue
Denver Red Cross Mobilizes to Ship Hospital Articles
The Denver chapter wired Washington it stood ready to ship a large quantity of non perishable hospital articles to any indicated point. The action followed word that American troops had been ordered into Mexico to capture Francisco Villa.
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Denver
March
Sme N Red Cross
Washington
Alexico
Francisco Thy
Illinois militia ready to deploy to Mexico within four hours
Chicago March 11 reports a Illinois militia of 6400 officers ready for active service in Mexico. They would be available within four hours after President Wilgen calls for volunteers, according to other officers' statements today.
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Chicago
Mexico
Wilgen
Con Nbns
Adjutant General Sees 2800 Guard Ready for Border Move
Wharleston West Virginia March 16 Adjutant General John Bond said after reviewing National Guard reports he could mobilize 2800 men with equipment ready to move in 45 hours if needed for service on the border. A campaign to buy a new replacement for the guard has begun.
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Wharleston
W.a
John Bond
West Virginia National Guard
Addy
Regiment Recruiting Station Opens in Chicago Hotel
Chicago March 13 a recruiting station opened in a downtown hotel after a proposal to enlist a volunteer regiment through training camp participants at Fort Sheridan last year. Enrollment blanks are available for those wishing to join the regiment and efforts will push to reach full strength promptly.
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Chicago
Taking Camp Association
Fort Sheridan
Wilson
Tore Groops
No Decision Reached in Chicago Salary Scandal
After over six weeks of deliberation the Chicago city civil service commission failed to resolve the salary scandal case. The issue centers on charges by Mrs. Paton alleging coercion by Mrs. Louise Rowe, with denials from Mrs. Rowe and others. The report notes the matter may revert to its original stance.
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Chicago
Maroh
City Civil Service Commission
Page Walter Eaton
Louise Osborne Rowe
Paton
William Hale Thompson
Stankman
Margaret Mireluz
Americans Saved After Torpedoed Vessel Silius Sinks
The Norwegian bark Silius, sailing from New York to Havre, was torpedoed without warning near Havre on March 4. Seven American crew members were rescued. Captain Syvertsen reportedly drowned and two sailors missing as the rest survived. State Department weighing the attack, with no action until full information arrives.
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Washington
Mareh K.coensul Hsborne
Havre
Silas
New York
Lisbon
State Department
Slude Department
Noo Menthon
Weasel
Sirius
United States
Lansing
Paris
Petit
Parisen
India
Pasteur Hospitalife
John Hartman
Helly
Syvertsen
Americans Aboard Sillys Sail From New York
New York dispatch says four Americans were aboard the Sillys including crew members David Sherman Tobn Waltman Daniel Noras and Henry Mannahan. The bark sailed February 4 from New York to Havre with 2200 tons of cargo. The crew totaled 17 aboard.
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New York
Sillys
David Sherman
Bedfork Maser
Tobn Waltman
Philadelphia
Daniel Noras
Connecticut
Henry Mannahan
Basran
A.B. Syveraten
Havre
Barieux
San Francisco
Bilius
Guard Cavalry May Join Regulars on Border
Washington reports the War Department studies guard cavalry availability for possible border patrol duty. Rumor of guard cavalry being recalled was denied. Iowa Adjutant General Logan says the national guard could be moved within 48 hours if needed for Mexico action, aiding training and readiness.
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Washington
War Department
National Guard
Des Moines
Logan
le Wethl
Iowa
Sam
Mexico
Villa
Full Authority Given to Lead Villa Pursuit Expedition
Maj. Gen. Frederick Funston announced that he will direct military affairs on the Mexican border while a brigadier general will command the main columns in pursuit of Villa. Plans call for up to 12 000 troops and 48 artillery batteries with secrecy to prevent Villa from learning movements.
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Villa
San Antonio
Tex
Frederick Funsten
Mexican
Mexico
Wunaten
Tallaero Squadron
Washington
Funston
Baker
General Funston
Wilson
Francisco Villa
Washingtons
War Department
Administon
Jenelid Flimsten
Casus Thrande
Calors
Evidlo Leone
Wilki
Columiag
Aid Siee
Lopes
Sannin Varhel
Nea
Padenmilea
Generi Funston
San Antonin
Vilin
Carranza
State Department
Ganeral Carranza
Wizio Arredoania
Carrinzus Ahiroas
Ehbet
Gate Plans for Propagation of Game Sanctuaries
A campaign in 22 western states seeks sanctuaries or game preserves to boost big game nationwide. Dr. William T. Hornaday tours cities from Denver to Albuquerque promoting a federal law to establish national forest sanctuaries without land purchases or large outlays. The plan, supported by the Forest Service and critics, aims to halt overhunting and protect species, leveraging endorsements from Colonel Roosevelt and scientific societies to push a federal bill.
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Thea
Great Plains
William T. Hornaday
Denver
Cheyenne
Selt Lake Povatella
Helens
Seattle
Portland
San Franches
Berkeley
Los Angeles
Pasadena
Tucson
Phoenix
Albuquerque
Permanent Wild Life Protection Fund
Mocky Mountains
Milner
Plains
Ianda
Hurnaday
Tle Hla
United Stats Forest Service
Biologics Survey
Henry & Graves
Forest Service
National Toresta
Roosevelt
New York Zoologicaal Socety
Congress
Thurnsday
Hume
Nacional Parks
Far Western
300 Mothers Seek Identity of Girl in New York Fatality
In a New York incident, 300 mothers and sisters search for the identity of a drowned girl after a streetcar collision near Cajon Square. Police collect descriptions as the crowd hopes for a match, while the body remains unclaimed and uniden tified.
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Emily Gartinu
New York
Cajon Square
A Singh
Atel
Food Milk and Bunk in War Europe Analysis
The sketch discusses European food resources and wartime supply concerns. It mentions Germany, Serbia, Hungary, and Belgium with references to milk and bread shortages and potential blockades affecting civilians and military needs.
Death rate in the United States for 1914 reaches a record low
The article notes the 1914 death rate at 13.6 per 140, the lowest level ever recorded in the United States. It references demographic data and implies improved public health or reporting accuracy for the period.
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United States
McCall's Congressional Record Seen Through Republican Lens
The piece argues Governor Samuel W. McCall heads a Massachusetts delegates-at-large slate to the Republican National Convention. It assesses his long service and contrasts public approval with the push to elevate him as a potential presidential candidate for a reunited party. It cites votes against Panama canal fortification, pure food, meat inspection, and direct senate elections, noting his defense of strict constitutional limits and Cannon era alignment.
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Judson C. Welliver
Republican Party
Mags Ashu
Samuel W. McTall
Henry Cabot Loige
Joan W. Weeks
Murray Crane
McCall
Massachu Belia
Massachusetts
New England
Tait
Maasnachusetta
Parce
MrGail
Igst
National Finase of Representatives
Rosse
Ite
Washington Times
McCalh
Congress
Lolliver-Hepburn
Panamecanal
House of Representatives
Canhrien
House
APM Zona
New Mexico
Statehood
Robert W. Arch
Tyranny of Power and Citizens’ Duty to Resist
An editorial condemns tyranny and urges citizens to resist oppressive majesty and defend individual thought. It argues tyranny grows as political parties remain cohesive and warns against surrendering rights to any regime. The piece emphasizes liberty, speech, and the duty to uphold constitutional principles amid party politics.
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Br Whitelaw
The Ambition of a Bengali Boy From World Outlook
A Bengali student in a wired high school class outlines his life goals and language challenges. He aspires to scholarship starting with 29 rupees in matriculation, then intermeate and B A exams, and ultimately M A with brilliance. He plans Sanskrit Greek Latin Darsee and Hindi study, medical studies, and a life devoted to learning and writing before aging.
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Isur
Ain Entish
Our Divided Country and the Citizenship Dilemma
A fragmented text argues about national unity and citizenship, warning that dilution of citizenship could threaten the fabric of the nation. It contemplates loyalty, rights, and extreme measures during times of crisis.
Our Dread of the Truth Amid Artistic Fear
A fragmentary critique argues that fear of truth distorts art and favors material profit over moral integrity. It condemns instrumental values and calls for candor about the gulf between duty and appearance in contemporary culture.
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Tabwared
Garrett
Taeda
Simia
Untitled rural chase described in halting prose
A garbled frontier scene shows a man sprinting down a lane pursued by others. A colonel questions the runner who denies fleeing and mentions not running for something, while a barn is mentioned as an eventual location.
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Kansas City Star
Mose
Colone
The Man Who Will Never Be President
An essay by Will Irwin critiques Franklin K. Lane as a sincere, capable reformer unfit for higher office. It argues Lane’s focus on governance over money and honors contrasts with insincere politicians and reflects on leadership during national crises.
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Will Irwin
Coller's
Interior Department
Om UN
Franklin JK. Lane
Lane
Dor
Camudaj
Hewitt
Low Lane
Planet
Poe
Canned Food a War Invention
In Wartime science, Canned foods aid France and allies as blockades strain supplies. The piece notes Prussian efforts to secure sugar and the rise of canning by private initiative, shaping the world’s food industry and aiding military needs amid shortages.
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Ph Showalter
National
Stiphie Society Bulletin
Wal Sears
France
Germany
Peris
Reuvnh
Nanvlven
Prunerick
William
William Josur
Like
Gallon
Proper rifle sighting technique stresses consistent alignment
The article explains keeping the front sight level with the rear sight top and centering it in the peep. Elevation is adjusted by adjusting the sight rather than bending the rifle. For quick shots use the fall of the first bullet to raise the second shot accordingly.
St Patrick Day Special Desserts Proposed by Women
A peculiar wartime era recipe list appears with measurements and steps for a festive dessert. It mentions steeping ingredients, boiling gently for twenty minutes, and serving with crushed ice and creme de menihe. Garnish suggestions include nuts and chocolates.
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St. Patrick
St. Patrick's
Susan
Jordan Alemonds
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