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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
1
Hunger grows in northern Mexico as peons desert farms to join Carranza forces. An American reports 25,000 in Chihuahua and 4,000 in Juarez with small contingents elsewhere. Refugees describe dire economic conditions and a fragile supply line amid an outwardly quiet front.
Special Rodgers of Mexico City reports the state department is arranging a train to move Americans and other foreigners from Mexico City to Vera Cruz while he stays at his post. He cites anti American demonstrations and rising sentiment with no open violence yet. A large band is marching toward Del Rio near Brownsville, threatening attack on the city.
State officials and leaders of patriotic groups gathered in Lincoln City Indiana to dedicate a monument over the grave of Sarah Lincoln Grigsby sister of Abraham Lincoln. The memorial was erected by women of Spencer County in the Pigeon cemetery area near the city.
In New York on June 20 copper prices remain unchanged from the previous day. The market shows steady demand with little movement in quotes as traders await new data.
Comptroller Williams approves the transfer of a large border bank's gold reserve to an inland city amid fears of a Mexican attack. The move, not requiring rotation, aims to safeguard assets as the American core is readied for delivery to Carranza, who will decide if hostilities begin.
After a Roosevelt conference in Oyster Bay Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts said he believed Theodore Roosevelt would support Charles F. Hughes in the upcoming race. Lodge noted Roosevelt looked better, and the talk covered Hughes though not much of Mexico. Lodge met Hughes and Crane earlier in New York, and Roosevelt hosted several Progressive figures at Sagamore Hill who urged a third ticket, which Roosevelt declined to commit to.
Amsterdam reports Lieut. Gen. Count Helmuth von Moltke chief of the supplementary general staff died of heart apoplexy Sunday afternoon during a mourning service in the Reichstag for Field Marshal von der Goltz. The Berlin telegram notes the sudden death occurred in Berlin on a Sunday.
Honolulu June 20 The seventy fifth anniversary celebration of Oahu College the oldest educational institution west of the Rockies opens with alumni and friends gathering from many parts of the world. Festivities continue three days featuring an elaborate pageant illustrating old Hawaiian history and legend.
American refugees report that a flag over the hotel of Consular Agent W. Julian in Cananea was shot by hundreds of bullets during a demonstration Saturday night. Six hundred fifty Americans have crossed the border.
Brownsville reports a rumor of an American massacre near Cerralvo in Leon state. Passengers from Matamoros told of Americans being seized from a train near Monterey and killed, with only one survivor confirmed.
Charleston, June 20 Governor Hatfield proclaims a holiday to mark West Virginia fifty third birthday and showcase the state. The West Virginia Board of Trade stages statewide booming festivals highlighting development resources and progressive spirit.
A number of civilian chauffeurs driving army motor and supply trucks were arrested in Columbus on June 20 after they refused to return with supplies. They were released later on promises to comply with orders.
Washington reports a note from the Mexican ambassador rejecting U S demands for troop withdrawal. It accuses Carranza of violence and lawlessness, calls for punishing bandits, and warns of grave consequences if the de facto government continues hostility. Public war readiness and U S military actions are noted.
El Paso June 20 report says Mexican forces who fired on Americans and withdrew near Matamoros Sunday were Carranzistas, not bandits, per H Perez Abreu director of the de facto consular service.
London June 20. Financial leaders consider forming a great bank syndicate to govern postwar trade. England, Italy, and Russia would operate to keep Germany out.
Chicago June 20 The trial of twenty men accused of conspiracy to wreck property during a building trades strike reached a stage for opening statements. The trial began April 24 with over 2,000 veniremen examined and the jury completed yesterday.
The Internation al Printing Pressmen and Assistants Union of North America holds its annual convention at the national home in Rogersville Tennessee. Sessions start today and extend for a week or more as officers report growing membership and healthy finances.
Ten thousand national guardsmen from California Washington Oregon Montana and Idaho assemble at state camps and expect to ship out in three to four days. Alaska plans an infantry regiment as firms offer to hold jobs and support families. Funston urges the war department to deploy a large portion to the Mexican boundary soon.
Washington June 20 General Funston requests additional guardsmen and telegraphic inquiries follow about when forces from certain states can move. Orders for entrainment of some already issued and details await further guidance.
Superintendent Edgar C. Smith reports per capita water use exceeds 360 gallons daily, with watery waste from leaks and improper taps. He warns reservoir levels drop and invokes forthcoming conservation measures to secure ongoing supply amid shortages.
San Diego reports that the armored cruiser San Diego commanded by Admiral Winslow left port at dawn for Guaymas or Mazatlan. The departure signals a North Pacific naval move in the early days of travel.
The Idaho State Chamber of Commerce meets with Chicago Herald publicity and Amazon Motion Picture representatives to plan a state tour. Idaho goods will be showcased at the Chicago Herald exposition in the Ashland building from July 1, 1916 to July 1, 1917. Union Pacific and the Short Line coordinate publicity with Idaho officials to promote agricultural and industrial power through the film The Velog and a Herald weekly feature.
General Funston watches the Rio Grande frontier as 100 000 militia mobilize amid cautious notes on Carranza forces. Pershing reports Trevino has not advanced and Mexican units pull back inland. Garrisons vary from Nuevo Laredo to Piedras Negras with troops redeployed south.
Brownsville Texas June 20 The body of William Browne brother of Mayor Browne was found on the Mexican side of the Rio Grande. He was last seen alive at Mata Moras Saturday.
Over a hundred members of the Intermountain Aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles gathered in Boise for a three day convention. C Douglas Smith welcomed delegates for Mayor George Williams as J W Peters presided at a public opening. Del Carey Smith and Max Davidson spoke as officers including President William Peters and acting Vice President D E Johnson attended. Tomorrow the season will be continued.
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