Warning to Carranza Threatens War Over Mexico Troops
The United States warns Carranza not to attack American troops in Mexico or face war. Carranza counters that his commanders were ordered to attack beyond current positions. Pershing forces pursue Villistas south of the base as tension escalates between the two nations. General Funston seeks enough national guardsmen to patrol the border from Brownsville to the Pacific.
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Mexico
United States
Carranza
Mexico City
General Pershing
Carape
Funston
Brownsville
Pacific Ocean
Patriotism and Mobilization Across States Prompt Enlistments
The nation sees a surge of National Guard enlistments as President Wilson calls for manpower to counter threats at the Mexican border. Medical exams extend late to process applicants from Maine to Alabama, while shores like Mobile Bay see increased excursion activity. Diplomatic notes involving Austria and Spain, plus reporting on Russian fronts, frame a broader preparedness era amid calls for national resolve.
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United States
National Guard
Wilson
Carranza
Maine
Alabama
Atlantic
Pacific
Anent the Hyphenates Letter Defends Pro American Stance
The Item responds to Mr. Adam Sieben of Mobile noting it is neither pro British nor pro German but pro American. It condemns German and British actions, praises foreign born citizens, and says American honor rests with those who uphold the flag, while accusing Sieben’s cited men of disloyalty.
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Adam Sieben
Mobile
Hughes
Great Britain
Germany
High Seas
America
France
Switzerland
Poland
England
Mr. Sieben
Preparedness Parade Assured in Mobile Community
The general committee decides not to abandon Mobile's Preparedness Parade on July 4. The First Infantry had urged a reduced role, while officers favored a discreet participant, and soldiers are already displaying patriotism, urging civilians to show theirs.
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Mobile
City Firms Grant Paid Leave to National Guard Called Up
City officials report Mobile firms are granting three months paid absence to National Guard members serving the nation. The Mobile and Ohio Gaol and smaller employers follow the example, promising job security and return-to-work for their workers after the call up. General Manager R. V. stated railroad employees have positions waiting upon return.
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Wilson
National Guard
Mobile and Ohio
R. V
A. C. Harte May Return as YMCA Chaplain
Mr A C Harte long time general secretary of the YMCA in Mobile may return home to serve as chaplain of the First Regiment National Guard. He previously performed similar chaplaincy duties during service.
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Lansing
Carranza
Villa
Mmr. A. C. Harte
Seciety
Mobile
Rmer
Regi
N. G
Popular chaplain Mr Harte praised in Mobile farewell
The article recalls Mr Harte as a beloved chaplain who, despite a long absence from Mobile, is remembered with affection by people of all faiths. If he returns to Mobile, he would be welcomed in a manner befitting the occasion.
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Mr. Harte
Mobile
Rippling Rhymes on Heat and Summer Tests
A poetic musing on scorching heat and public grumbling. The speaker laments rising temperatures and wild weather, claims sun and heat cannot be changed, and suggests cooling thoughts of polar scenes as relief. The tone mirrors a playful urban verse about summer discomfort.
Stars Foresee Anxiety and Naval Focus in Cancer Dawn
Horoscope for June 21 1916 notes Sun in Cancer with Mars square Mercury predicting anxiety and possible disputes with England. Navy activity rises with naval maneuvers reviewed. fraud cases foreshadowed. U S president under nerve racking directions. women fare well socially. theaters show promise amid industry shifts.
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Mars
Mercury
Venus
Saturn
England
United States
Jupiter
National Guard
Boy Scouts
Their Married Life Telling of Nora and Helen at Home
Nora clings to her job and resists leaving Ireland options while Helen contemplates mercy. Nora’s loyalty shines as Helen questions her patience and promises another month of trial despite growing resentment. Warren presses for clarity as Nora’s quiet defiance tests the household.
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Helen
Nora
Warren
Mike
Hyphenates and races cited in Mobile Item letter
A letter from A Sieben of Mobile Alabama dated June 21 1916 argues Americans owe statues to Englishmen and asserts 1914 US race wealth shares for Teutonic Irish Scandinavian and others. He praises Pilgrim Society Loyal toasts to royals and supports Mr Hughes as Republican candidate.
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Mobile Item
Washington, D. C
Statuary Hall
Gen
Much*lenberg
United States
Washington
Steuben
Rochambeau
la Fayette
Pulaski
Riverside Drive
New York
Schutz
Sige
Lincoln Park
Chicago
Schiller
Goethe
War Department
Montgomery Advertiser
Pilgrim Society of New York
King George
Russia
Hughes
Republican Party
A. Sieben
Mobile
Ala
Vacation plans stir tension in household
A stenographer receives paid leave as other staff wonder about similar breaks. Nora grows irritable from non stop work in the kitchen and adjoining room, while conversations hint at unequal treatment and upcoming travel costs.
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Nora
Warren
Talks On Health Breathing Exercise For Lung Capacity
The article explains how to expand lung capacity through inspiratory and expiratory exercises. Begin by standing upright and drawing in air to the fullest, holding for twenty seconds, then exhale slowly twenty times. After a month add the twenty second expiration hold and perform twenty repetitions for both inhaling and exhaling. The regimen strengthens the lungs and heart and serves as a general tonic.
Strapped Ankles Help After Injury Says Football Method
A reader with serious ankle injuries from a 30 foot fall asks how to regain mobility. The answer prescribes tight zinc oxide adhesive plaster strapping and foot muscle exercises: rise on tiptoes fifty times, four times daily for two weeks.
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Arch
Be Kind Order Formed By Chickens After Meeting
Mr Garden Toad convened a meeting of chickens and hens who listened but forgot his advice. Billy Robin suggested a name and they formed the Be Kind Order with Garden Toad as chief croaker and Billy Robin as head caller.
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Garden Toad
Yellow’ Puff
Downy White
Billy Robin
Mr. Garden Toad
Croaker
Billy
B. K
Doctor warns against boiled milk for baby and suggests orange juice
A reader asks how to treat a fifteen month old with scurvy. The doctor confirms boiled milk destroys vitamins and advises feeding a small amount of orange juice daily to supply necessary vitamins.
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Tim
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