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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1916
Page
9
A complex exchange over Carranza’s note and U.S. troop moves in Mexico signals limited congressional latitude for a rapid policy shift. Officials describe Carranza’s actions as aimed at ensuring sovereignty while opening room for diplomacy, with debates focusing on withdrawal versus mission completion.
Forces of Carranza mass along the expeditionary line with 1 800 at Juarez under Gen Gabriel Gavira 4 000 at Chihuahus City 12 000 in Sonora under Gen Calles 6 000 at Torreon with Trevrine and other units across multiple districts and generals in the latest deployment update.
Reports from the U S border describe severe food riots in Chihuahua and other northern states, with Parral clashes involving American soldiers and widespread unrest linked to scarcity. Juarez and the border area remained comparatively calm as Carranza asked for troop withdrawals.
Six thousand Carranza troops from Sonora reportedly entered Chihuahua and moved toward the U.S. line between Columbus New Mexico and Casas Grandes. They carry four cannons and more than twenty machine guns. The movement, labeled to round up Williams, is seen by Americans as part of a plan to concentrate forces to disrupt U.S. communications in Mexico and perhaps pressure withdrawals.
American scouts who offered their services to the army were told to stay in telephone contact with Fort Bliss. Army leaders on the border anticipate a broader operation in Mexico to pressure Villa. Twenty five motor truck drivers were sent to Columbia to move supply trains to General Pershing's base in Mexico, with more drivers sought. Seven sick soldiers arrived at Fort Bliss hospital from Mexico.
Mexico City reports that local papers deride the punitive expedition against Villa as a total material and moral failure. They accuse American troops of incompetence amid hostile climates and hot sands, predicting they cannot catch Villa and praising Carranza’s stance for withdrawal.
Special to The Washington Post from El Paso Texas April 13 reports Gen Pershing instructed all U S army commanders in Mexico to refrain from entering any Mexican town unless invited by the local army and civil authorities. The move complicates pursuit of Villa as he can seek refuge in towns Americans cannot enter.
Report from Torreon via El Paso Junction states Franciato Villa is near or at the Ur Dinas ranch Las Nieves south of Ronarlo in Durango. He is said to be moving along the Nagas River toward bandits Contreras and Centreros. Looted arms and ammunition shipments to Contreras have slowed, and Las Nievas ranch is tied to Urbina loot and a murder. American troops were seen near the Durango boundary line Rosario 10 miles south and Inde 40 miles below Rozarto.
The War Department called for a thorough investigation into how Vilistas raided Columbus without early detection. General Funston’s preliminary inquiry was deemed unsatisfactory, prompting a broad review ordered after Motum’s cavalry report failed to satisfy War Department expectations.
President Wilson canceled a New York speaking trip due to a national debate, staying in Washington to work. In Brownsville, Texas, April 13, journalists Jane Buen atrostro and Melquiades Chapa were found guilty of murder and sentenced to death for the August 6, 1611 Sebastian case.
Washington report says Gen Funston and the War Department clash over the Mexican punitive expedition. Funston seeks permission to shift his base from Columbus to Ojinaga and to use the Mexican railroad for supplies, plus reinforcements, clothing, ammunition, and transport. The War Department orders him to maintain Columbus and rebukes attempts to change plans, while noting border conditions are unsatisfactory and urging immediate relief.
Special correspondence from Vera Cruz says practically all troops in this region have moved northward with trains carrying cannons and ammunition. Villa forces are described as strong and the rebels establish a new line of communication from Tamiahua Lake to the free state of Oaxaca, threatening government positions near Cruz.
Special to The Washington Boat from El Paso Texas on April 11 reports the Carranza government showing humor in delaying US troop withdrawal. It notes that Mexican railways refused access until now and estimates three to four weeks to move the last American soldiers if troops are recalled. Garcia hints de facto authorities would allow rail use for withdrawal, potentially reducing removal to about a week.
Secretary Baker conferred with the War Department and directed Gen. Funston to take all necessary steps to protect our people and wire details quickly. He said no facts were available yet and hopes reports are exaggerated as a local affair remains possible.
Gen Arnulfo Gomez says he will advance with 2500 veterans and cavalry through Pulps to enter Chihuahua when Obregon orders. He believes Americans will withdraw and that Villa has escaped. Commander Funston defends U S troops at Columbus against Senator Fall, calling his charges rubbish and denying citizen aid.
In Columbus New Mexico April 13 Mexicans along the American line report U S forces have disarmed many along the march to protect Pershing's command. Colonia Dublan is fortified with trenches and concealed artillery and machine guns. Mexican residents fear track trains carrying supplies while they estimate 30 000 American troops in Mexico.
From Columbus to Parral American forces stepped up vigilance along the border and in Chihuahua Durango area after a clash at Parral. Gen Funston earned no Pershing report while Consul Letcher said Villa and opposition forces fired on a detachment of about 140 men. Officials regretted the conflict but backed the detachment’s actions and warned leaders to avoid provoking local residents or Mexican troops.
Reports detail how American troopers entered Parral thinking they faced Villa forces but found Carranza troops instead. casualties are listed as one killed and several wounded by Mexican accounts while morale and pay issues plague expedition troops. The article notes widespread hunger and harsh discipline across villages as wages fall to about 2 pesos a day.
Gen Funston told San Antonio that Pershing’s advance columns can fall back if faced with peril and will rely on supporting units. He noted Pershing has several thousand troops near Namiquipa, with strong artillery and readiness to protect and control the area. The line of retirement may be used to avoid civilian clashes, and Funston said no orders from Washington directing reinforcements had been received.
A brief classified notice advertises a food product ready in five minutes. The package weighs about two pounds and is priced at 25 cents. The item highlights quick preparation and affordability for shoppers.
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