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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1916

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NO REPORT ON BATTLE FROM PERSHING

Juarez near El Paso evacuated as two troop trains carried soldiers and civilians south before dawn. Pershing sent a squad to investigate Currizal battle while Funston withheld new orders pending Pershing's next update. An American relief train left for Vera Cruz with about 60 to 70 travelers and a military guard.

United. Press Paso Tex Juarez el Paso San Antonio Tiens ‘Eral Funston Pershing Feil Fl Paso Tenth Cavalry Ty ‘Ine Vestiato Funston Pershing Arain Eth Cayinia Raye

Orpet Letters Used in Murder Trial Admissible

Waukegan June 1 1922 The jury weighing the Orpet murder case will hear letters William H Orpet wrote to Marion Abert over nearly a year Judge Donnelly ruled the entire series admissible to show cooling affections and possible motive Objections by the defense spent two days arguing the issue and the court's decision rests on showing motive amid the complex relationship

Waukegan William H. Orpet Marion Abert Todiay Orpet Donnelly Ale Sieder Marion Slite Dady Madison

Mexican Ambassador Arredondo Seeks Carranza Clarification

United Press reports Mexican Ambassador Arredondo pressed Secretary Lansing for details on the Carrizal incident. He criticized the American commander’s actions abroad and said his information aligns with Mexican reports of several dead on both sides and seventeen Americans captured by Carrancista forces.

United Press Per- Shing State Department Arredonde Lansing Department Arredondo

Crowds Grow at Boston Store Opening

Crowds gathered at the Boston store opening amid excitement and patronage. The owners reported strong support and praised the turnout, noting the event drew more than twenty customers as the shop welcomed shoppers.

AoBek Boston Ames Snorf

Fragmentary line hints at domestic conflict and departure

A partial OCR fragment describes urging a woman, claims of ending a torment, and a character leaving. The text lacks clear names, places, or dates and provides only ambiguous emotional action with no verifiable events.

Japanese Warship Beached Off Mexican Coast Report

Adolfo de la Huerta reports a Japanese warship aground near Tiburon Island Gulf of California with several other Japanese vessels nearby. He suggests it was purposely beached to justify staying near Mexico. He also mentions a shipload of arms and ammunition en route from Japan to the west coast of Mexico.

de la Huerta Sonora Mexico Japan

Indianapolis to switch to automatic telephone service

The Indianapolis Star reports the Indianapolis Telephone Company will switch from manual to automatic exchange, with installation to be completed by February 20. The change aims to improve efficiency, replacing operator tasks with mechanized service.

Indianapolis Telephone Company Indianapolis Star Syauuoy Indiatapolis Mechanica

Mexican Situation Comes Up in Senate Vote

United Press report notes Senator Works of California asking the Senate to intervene with a resolution he introduced five months ago. The Washington action centers on Mexican policy amid U.S. debate. The item references a pending intervention measure and Senate consideration.

Senate Washington, DL Ypo Works California

Recruiting Drives for Militia Company Amid War Fever

Local enthusiasm for militia enlistment grows as papers note mobilization plans and border dispatches. A Friday organization jury and a large parade at the court house, with the Citizens' Band and Washington Marines volunteering, are planned to boost patriotism for the war effort.

Frank J. Suture Citizens’ Band Washington Marines

Mrs Indiana Gaither Injured In Ladder Fall At Home

Mrs. Indiana Gaither, seventy, suffered serious injuries after falling from a ladder while cleaning her home on Syen street. She fractured a collar bone and left wrist, landed on the porch and steps, was assisted by neighbors, and received medical care.

Indiana Gaither Gaither Syenstreet Tan

Indiana Mobilization Delayed Several Days

In Indianapolis June 22 Governor Ralston ordered Col. Henry T. Conde to report to the mobilization camp for examination, as the Indiana National Guard chief plans to retire citing age and disability. Conde has resigned but the governor doubts authority to accept the resignation and directs camp reporting. Beal has returned home in Graysville after a visit.

Ralston Henry T. Conde Indane National Guard A. MN

Through train carries soldiers to Velock on route to Mexico

A disrupted report describes a trainload of soldiers passing through Velock this morning en route to the Mexican border. The train, identified as freep El and other garbled terms, is said to be protected by Battery A U S Light artillery with guards in high gear. several cars and troops are noted, though many details are unclear in the OCR.

Graeme Pbisine Southwestern U.S

Missouri Militia First To Border In Mobilization

Missouri militia gains honor as first state guard to be ordered toward the border. California and Kansas share the credit with Missouri, chosen for proximity and rapid movement toward El Paso border points. Officials say troops nearest the border will be mobilized, with Nevada as a training camp location for the Missouri guard.

Washington Missouri National Guard Kansas California Missouri Guard Nevada Way Department el Paso Nd Valifarniatrons Hugh Teddy West Fas

Murder Japanese Liquor Vendor Near Camp

Washington reports a Japanese liquor vendor was killed by American soldiers near Namaquipa Mexico after a quarrel with three troopers. An investigation identified the troops involved and their identities were revealed. June 22.

James Washington St.Louis Senate Shington Namaquipa Mexic

Reinforcements for Tenth Cavalry Amid Border Tensions

General Pershing dispatches additional troops to the Tenth Cavalry as Mexican border clashes intensify. Washington reports a government push to mobilize forces quickly, with Secretary Baker and President Wilson coordinating battlefield redeployments and upcoming war measures.

Tenth Cavalry

Mrs Lee Hirdn Meeting With President Reported

Mrs Lee attended a State road event and met with the President regarding an unspecified injury incident. The report notes the official involved and the context of the meeting.

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