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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1916

Page

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No New Troop Movements Ordered Amid Mexican Clash

Senate debate erupts as Senator Works pushes resolution for intervention and threatens action to move the Mexican situation from Foreign Relations. Carrizal fight yields 12 American dead, 17 prisoners, 14 Mexican dead, 30 wounded per Mexican consulate report. Captain Lewis S. Morey of the Tenth Cavalry led the American detachment. Mexican foreign office cites engagement near Villa-Ahumada with 200 Americans and several Mexican casualties and prisoners, prompting formal diplomatic protests through Ambassador Amédondo.

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Battle near El Paso reports clash with Carranza forces

A clash occurred about 90 miles south of El Paso when a detachmen t of American rivalry forces reportedly engaged Carranza troops at Canatigal. Casualties were heavy on both sides per unofficial Mexican military sources. Mexican officials cited American prisoners and deaths, with conflicting counts. Generals Gonzales and Gonzales provided statements on the engagement and the fate of prisoners, while American command relayed scouting and retreat details. The situation remained fluid as reports continued to arrive from Mexican authorities and consular channels.

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Washington waits official reports on Mexican border fighting

Unclear reports describe American and Mexican actions near the border as President Wilson and officials seek a definite account from General Pershing. White House and State Department discussions focus on military movements, with no concrete details released for publication.

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German Submarine in Spanish Port Seized and Analyzed

Madrid reports German submarine arrival at Cartagena with officers disembarking for Madrid carrying a confidential letter for King Alfonso. The German ambassador’s secretary travels to Cartagena while reports note German naval moves and Austrian links amid war tensions.

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Little Girl Killed On Railroad Track in Mannington

Catharine Petus, nine, of Mannington, was struck by a car while playing near the Mattimory and Ohta railroad. The County Coroner, Frank Lloyd, ruled it an accident. Funeral services for Catherine Petus will be held tomorrow at 9:00 am.

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Traffic Cops For South Side Bridge

Traffic officers on the South Side Bridge enforce pedestrian safety and regulate vehicle flow amid concerns about speeding and narrow walkways. Officers rope off the bridge to protect pedestrians, directing autos to pedestrian-side access while pedestrians complain about limited space.

South Side Bridge

One County Holds Out Vote in Gubernatorial GOP Contest

Wheeling June 21 The county vote in the Republican gubernatorial contest shows Lilly and Robinson nearly split across except for Mallouh and Heabhineen gains. Robinson leads in Ohio County and increases in Wood County. The totals reflect disputed tallies with Robinson ahead by a margin around 461 in Ohio and a substantial lead in others.

Wheeling Wedyandou Pais Rallen Lilly and Robinson Uniteh Malfogh Wave & Heabhineen Ohio County Wood County

Community plans laboratory and hospital improvements

A county association acts to establish a bacteriological laboratory to trace diphtheria and other diseases with a city hospital planning X Ray equipment and water tests. Funds, equipment, and physician support are discussed with the Marion County Medical Society and city officials to advance public health facilities and inspections.

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Second District Hustlers Seek Big Prizes in Campaign

The article warns about unfounded rumors surrounding the Second District Hustlers fundraising effort for subscriptions and prize eligibility. It notes widespread speculation, urges scrutiny of claims, and contrasts hopeful earnings with the risk of overstatement as workers press to secure votes and prizes rather than relying on complimentary coupons.

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