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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1920
Page
2
Twin Falls high school sophomores won the annual tug of war staged at Lincoln Field yesterday morning while freshmen watched. The interclass festivities included a rough but enjoyed scrap and a later flag defending stunt where seniors, outnumbered, defended a raised flag against juniors.
Dispatch from Douglas Arizona June reports that Carranza may relocate the capital to Vera Cruz amid revolutionary tensions. Negotiations with opposition leaders Robles Dominguez reportedly aimed at reconciliation, but outcomes remained unclear. General Elias Calles in Agua Prieta states that Francisco Villa will not be considered for any conference or cooperation.
A general warns that supporting those he calls his followers would repudiate declarations of principle and amount to a grave affront to the American people. He argues against daring with what is regarded as an international outlaw.
AGUA PRIETA Sonora May 6 An advance guard under General P Elias Calles staff has crossed Pulpito pass and prepares a camp on the Chihuahua side for 2000 Sonora troops beginning their departure today.
Rebel agents in Washington report a telegram from Mexico City claiming the president of the municipality is organizing a civilian guard to protect the city if evacuated. They interpret this as Carranza intending to abandon the capital, since such a force would require his consent and knowledge.
About 80 students from the high school gathered at the First Methodist church for a 7:30 breakfast, proclaimed Senior class day. Mothers helped serve as the day included an assembly, a noon parade, and a parish hall dance in the evening with many attendees.
Rev Alexander G Bennett will preach the annual commencement at the Presbyterian church Sunday evening. The service supports a 1200-seat church with about 84 graduates this year. The program includes solos by Miss Almendinger and instrumental numbers led by U L Wood, amid a broad address on investment and revenue.
Permeal Jane Br Mrs Arthur at Pea enth avenue in Falls. Miss Frénch women of the University leaves this morning for the schools. Attorney Harry McDougal, who has been in Twin Falls during the past few days, is returning home this afternoon.
A 6 30 gathering at the Rogerson hotel heard Miss French speak on the university’s progress and bright future. Lester Alberts, Idaho American Legion adjutant finance officer, acted as toastmaster, with responses from H C McDougall and others including Frank P Stewart Newell Wight and Miss French. The event featured a long table with tulips, jonquils, and university colors, and tributes to several ladies.
A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Hy Fy West at their winter home in Seattle. The report states both mother and baby are getting along nicely. West leaves for Seattle this evening.
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