Note from Secretary Lansing on Carranza Mexico dispute
Secretary Lansing signed a note denying Mexico withdrawal demands and defending U S actions in Mexico. The reply accuses the United States of obstacles to pacification, citing diplomatic activity, Villa support, Catholic clergy, the press, American business, shelters for rebels, and arms shipments detained on U S soil.
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Wilson
Mexico
Villa
Department of State
Carranza Troops Near Break With Pershing Aerial Threat
Columbus New Mexico June 20 Carrancista forces and Pershing expedition troops south of Namiquipa edge toward hostilities. A wire dispatch from Col D C Cabell Pershing chief of staff says Carrancistas threaten American supply trains and have arty positions near the Americans. Rumors say Pershing could split into three columns ready to move if fighting starts, but no confirmation from headquarters.
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N. M
J. J. Pershing
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D. C. Cabell
General Pershing
Carranza Troops Attack Americans Admit Clash near Matamoros
A report from the Mexican Consulate in El Paso states that an American force crossed into Mexican territory near Matamoros on a pursuit of bandits. After exchanging fire, one Mexican was killed and one wounded as the Americans withdrew back across the border.
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el Paso
Texas
Matamoros
Mexican Troops Dismantle Shops Before Leaving Piedras Negras
Mexican forces concentrate south of Juarez prompting redeployment from Piedras Negras. Before retreating they dismantled machine shops and moved large quantities of equipment toward interior areas.
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Tle
Piedras Negras
Juarez
Intoxicate Carrancista Officer Orders Foreign Hanged
German resident Adolph Schauer of La Colorada near Nogales said he narrowly escaped a mob action incited by a Carranza officer who was restrained after a noose was placed around Schauer’s neck and an attempt to hang him. The officer was placed under guard by Gen. Ochoa’s staff.
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la Colorada
Sontora
Nogales
Ariz
Schauer
New Mexico Tax Review June analyzes Fish and Game dept finance
The June 21 issue of the New Mexico Tax Review examines Director A. E. James's analysis of the Department of Fish and Game, arguing current funding yields limited protection and urging more money for efficient administration. It also covers Roswell audit findings of Bateman Act violations and profits from city goods, plus a piece on widening municipal bond markets and maintaining public credit with timely payments and sinking funds.
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A. E. James
Department of Fish and Game
New Mexico
Second annual New Mexico Cowboys Reunion plans loom large
War talk between United States and Mexico shadows Las Vegas New Mexico as Carranza tensions rise. Governor McDonald studies horsemanship and prepares a speech for possible emergency while Chicago Mayor Thompson watches the calendar for a distant date. Cowboys head to July Fourth celebrations with driving, lighting, and hunting plans underway.
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Chicago
New Mexico Cowboys
Chicago Ma
Mobilization of American Troops for Border Faceoff
Within a week or ten days seventy thousand militiamen will be placed on the boundary line to face Carranza troops. If intervention or necessary action requires a general forward move into Mexico, the remainder of the 100000 guardmen called to service will be asked immediately. Gen Funston has received no fresh raids but reports indicate activity by troops of the de facto government.
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Mexico
Funston
Regiments to Border Under Funston Mobilization
Gen Funston urged the War Department to deploy a large portion of the National Guard to the border from Brownsville to the Pacific Ocean. About 100000 militia members were mobilized to attend Funston's retirement.
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National Guard
Brownsville
Pacific Ocean
Funston
Didier Son-in-Law Home Burns
Yesterday around three neighbors witnessed a fire at the Taylors’ residence on main street near Didier’s ranch. Despite swift efforts by men and women including John Becker and Sinispinosa, the blaze consumed the house and furnishings before fire could be controlled. distress followed for Mr. and Mrs. Taylor and Didier family.
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A. Didier
BURNS
C.C. Taylor
Lutheran Church Notes Promote New Mexico Visit
Dr John A M Ziegler pastor and Rev Dr Wm Rosenstengle of Carthage Ill will speak at the church. The first Lutheran preaching point in the Territory Jen will share difficulties of starting. Dr Schueier of Albuquerque will also attend the night service at 7 45 p m and an open invitation is extended to all.
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John A. M. Ziegler
Wm. Rosenstengle
Carthage
Ill
New Mexico
Jen
Schueier
Albuquerque
Trevisio Troops Hold Quiet in Chihuahua City
Reports reach Pershing's headquarters say General J. Trevisio remains quiet in Chihuahua City and is not expected to advance without special orders from Mexico City.
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Pershing
Gen. J. Trevisio
Chihuahua City
Lieved
Mexico City
New Militia Orders for Border Stations
New militia units from New York Illinois and Pennsylvania are designated to lead border security due to superior organization and are expected to be deployed to border stations without delay.
Mr Chas Seinken Arrives for Weeks Visit in Town
Mr Chas Seinken and his nephew Mr John Becker St Newphew arrived in town a few days ago to visit relatives and friends. He plans to stay two or three weeks in a friendly and affectionate visit.
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Chas. Seinken
Newphew
New Mexico Military Institute earns top honor again
Roswell New Mexico Military Institute is recognized by the War Department as one of the ten best military schools in the United States for eight consecutive years. Governor George Curry received notice in 1909, with Superintendent Colonel Willson and Adjutant General McCaie confirming renewed status. The school’s rapid improvement attracts students from distant states and highlights the state’s service value.
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Roswell N. M
War Department
Washington
United States
New Mexico Military Institute
George Curry
New Mexico
Willson
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