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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1916
Page
1
Greece has accepted the Entente demands unconditionally as former Premier Zaimis met the French minister on forming a new cabinet. An allied fleet is to cruise before Piraeus with a landing party to be supported, commanded by Vice Admiral Moreau.
A German submarine reached Cartagena on June 22 and officers disembarked carrying a confidential letter to King Alfonso. The note reportedly expresses thanks for the reception of interned Germans from Kamerun and South Africa.
June reports describe a serious uprising against the Turks in Arabia with rebels capturing Mecca. Newspapers say the revolt troubled Turkish forces and could influence the war’s outcome.
Berlin dispatch reports Russian troops repulsed north of Prze Uypa and pushed back toward the Pripa region as of June 22.
A special train with Arizona militia and 550 soldiers of the Fourteenth Infantry arrived to relieve tension after a rumored Mexican attack. Citizens patrolled Nogales overnight armed with rifles, automatic pistols and shotguns.
El Paso June 22 The Mexican wireless station was dismantled and the Carranza garrison at noon was stripped of all equipment. Another trainload of soldiers departed for the south. Dallas newspaperman J C Johnson was arrested in Juarez on representations of General Bell.
General Pershing informed Funston that details of the battle could not be provided. He dispatched two squadrons of the Eleventh cavalry to reinforce the Tenth.
Chicago wheat closed July futures at $1.02 while corn rose 73 percent and oats gained 39 percent as of June 22.
Washington officials say policy toward Mexico remains unchanged after the Carrizal battle. Carranza seeks to avoid a break and will be pressed to release captured soldiers. U.S. uses maximum strength to restore order and reestablish stability in Mexico.
New York reports Mrs. John Jacob Astor and William Dick wed in a quiet ceremony. They depart for the West on their honeymoon.
Delegates from Intermountain Aerie lodges concluded a three day convention in Pocatello with ritual drills by the Ogden lodge, a large ball at McNichols Wright hall attended by 300, and a grand banquet. Past Worthy Grand Master Max Davidson praised the host lodge for its home project. Next year the convention meets in Ogden.
Pars June 22 American aviators fighting for France are unable to return to help United States until the end of the war says a report to the Aero club of America Negotiations with France may secure their release
Rexburg party en route to Inkom lost control on a slippery 25 foot embankment as their car tumbled three times. Mrs. J. E. Nelson suffered a broken shoulder while the Shail family from Rexburg endured severe bruising. Children were uninjured. The auto was repaired after being towed to the city. Police located a wandering three year old who led officers to Aunt Jane, the injured woman.
Cheyenne reports Bob Mel Drum on trial for the third time on the charge of murder John Bowen at Baggs Wyoming, January 16, 1912.
Washington June 22 The war department ordered the Missouri Kansas and California guardsmen to be sent to the border as soon as possible for duty amid the border situation.
Nogales reports a tense scene on June 22 as border patrols intensify on the Mexican side. Few Mexicans ride a Tucson train while others prepare to renew efforts, prompting calls for martial law from Nixon.
Celebration committees of the Commercial club meet tonight to submit a complete program to the program and publicity committee. A chairman from each committee must attend to present plans. The Fourth of July is eleven days away and tonight’s meeting will cover parades games and other features. The baseball arrangement will also be decided.
Secretary Lansing signs a memorandum to South and Central American diplomats stating if hostilities escalate the United States will defend itself against further invasion and will not intervene in Mexico.
A gro up of Greasers submits a resolution to Chairman Hay of the military affairs committee authorizing the president to draft guardsmen willing to take the oath into the army immediately.
Sergeant Max E. Bickel, ex Colorado national guard, was the first to enlist at Pocatello for the national guard service in Mexico. Jessie F. Ragsdale, Caldwell College of Idaho graduate, signed next at Boise through Company G Idaho militia. Recruiters expect Idaho officers to meet in Boise to plan further recruitment, as local inquiries rise.
Kansas City dispatch reports the Cananea Consolidated Copper Company, a $50 million firm, seized by the de facto regime in a move tied to Mexico City authorities. The action marks a bold transfer of control in the copper industry.
San Antonio reports Mexican officials claim Americans were aggressors and that Gomez sought to force them back to base. Mexican forces withdraw from border areas except Piedras Negras where garrison up by Margias with 2000 Yaquis arrive. Reinforcements reach Ojinaga as long march toward Nogales appears to deter demonstrations. General Funston says U S better prepared now with more trucks and improved organization.
A city recruiting effort runs tomorrow with volunteers organized by the mayor and Commercial Club committee. A wire from Lieutenant Krengel urges timely preparations and calls for suitable corners to engage public interest before the 9:45 deadline.
An official notice to the Mexican consulate reports twelve Americans killed including the commander and seventeen captured in the Carrizal engagement, ninety miles south of El Paso. Fourteen Mexicans died and thirty were wounded. Captain Lewis S. Moorey of the Tenth Cavalry, said to have commanded the detachment, was probably killed.
El Paso reports say Mexican forces ambushed an American patrol near Carrizal after a pit dug trench path, Gomez killed, and riders captured. Juarez evacuated portions as Carranza troops move south. Officials await official battle report amid ongoing patrols and air support buildup.
Washington awaits details of the Carrizal fighting as no new orders are issued and National Guard mobilization accelerates. Mexican Ambassador Arredondo seeks explanation for American forces near Carrizal and questions Pershing's role, while discussions on intervention resolutions continue in Congress.
General Funston asked General Pershing for an account of the battle as headquarters report strain from the Mexican situation. Large stocks of ammunition and supplies were stored in Mexico and at border points for use by American troops.
In Naco on June 22 an American soldier Private Powell died and five were wounded when William Humphrey, a mixed Mexican shooter, fired on a company of the Fourteenth Infantry. A force of 2000 Mexicans moved toward Cananea easing the tension.
A detachment of American cavalry clashed with Carranzista forces at Carrizal nine miles southwest of Villa Ahumada in northern Chihuahua. Reports say twenty Americans were killed by machine gun fire with seventeen Americans captured and General Gomez reported dead. Wounded were taken to Villa Ahumada as Mexican and American casualties were tallied by Juarez authorities.
In Mexico City on June 22 a brief report notes boasts amid scarce coins as observers comment on evolving money conditions. The piece captures a moment of asserted confidence despite economic tightness and unsettled exchange.
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