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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1916

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Carrizal Fight Report Traced From American Line

Washington and Mexico City report on the Carrizal clash between American forces and Carranza troops, detailing the start near Carrizal, casualties, and the fate of two cavalry troops led by Captains Boyd and Morey. Rumors of a killed American officer and missing survivors circulate as inquiries proceed.

San Antonio Tex Geo. Funston Carrizal Pershing Charles ‘T. Boyd Lewis Morey Santo Domingo Ceri

Indianapolis Police Lieutenant Killed in Patrolman Assault

A man-hunt ended with the death of an Indianapolis police lieutenant after he assaulted Patrolman Hiingaworth who tried to arrest Dowdon for a reported theft. Patrolman Hollingsworth discussed the incident before placing the private under arrest.

Hiingaworth Dowdon Hollingsworth Throi

Evacuations and Claims After Casas Grandes Battle

Reports from Brexican sources claim Troops O and K of the Tenth U.S. Cavalry were nearly annihilated at Narrizal in a Carnarista trap. Pershing says the Mexican garrison evacuated Casas Grandes and did not declare martial law. A squadron sent by Pershing to probe the Carnival fight did not return.

United Press el Paso Tex Catalary Narrizal Duare Eral Pershing Funston Casas Grandes Panston Pershing Tenth Cavalry Bunston Stregglers

Playground for Kiddies Makes City Park A Playground

Mayor McCarty and the city council plan to transform Hastside park into a modern playground. A large steel slide, a 42 by 14 foot frame, multiple swings, climbing fort, and a gravel bath area will be added. Dressing rooms and a beach on the lake will open within weeks, creating a safe recreation space for all ages.

McCarty Anders

Postoffice Contract Bid Report From Washington Indiana

The lowest bid for the Washington Indiana postoffice contract came from A Chicago. The submission by A Chicago was noted as the TM lowest bidder in the record, with details incomplete in the fragment.

Washington, Ind A. Chicago

Recruiting Continues at Noon Today

Recruiting continues at a company noon today as the pace remains slow and steady. The report notes ongoing effort and persistence in filling positions, with hopes for improved turnout in the near term.

Indiana militia seeks local volunteers for border duty

Local appeal to recruit men for a new Indiana National Guard company faces slow response. Captain Snider says volunteers will not serve three years and may be discharged once Mexican trouble ends. Recruitment focuses on Washington and nearby areas with occasional outreach to Montgomery Plainville Elnora and Odon. Forty five enrollments recorded to date. final push expected tonight and tomorrow to reach necessary strength.

Indiana National Guard Bas Pean Benjamin Harrison Indiana Ft. Benjamin Harrison Snider Daviess County Montgomery Plainville Elnora Odon Washington

Governors Meeting Postponed in Wisconsin Conference

Governors conference scheduled for Salt Lake City starting June 27 was temporarily postponed by secretary Miles C. Riley at the request of Utah Governor Spry. Half the governors could not attend due to the president’s call for state troops over the Mexican situation.

Madison Wis Salt Lake City Miles C. Riley Spry Utah

Washington Preparedness Parade At Court House Tonight

A patriotic parade and speeches planned in Washington to boost military enlistments. The route from court house to the soldiers' monument includes a 7 30 p m assemble and marching along Walnut Street to Main and East Second before a short program at the court house yard led by McCarty and the Washington Marines. Veterans from Spanish American War and supporters follow with Citizens Band and Boy Scout uniforms requested for turnout.

Washington Tthe Court House Main Chenceimorth Walet McCarty Washington Marines Harry Palmer Washintton

Tex. Militia Equipment Embezzlement Case

Former lieutenant colonel and quartermaster general guard charged in Texas with embezzling government property. Prosecutors say charges link to Mexican constitutionalists and National Guard equipment supplied by the War Department. Walker pleaded guilty in two embezzlement cases and received fines, with concurrent sentences and a probation period.

Tex Emn Colonal Stanf Quartermaster General Guard National Guard War Department Walker

New Yorkers 60 First Indiana's Minutemen To Border Patrol

Secretary Baker ordered rapid deployment of state militiamen to the U S border after Mexican bandits were reported entering fifty miles west of Columbus New Mexico. States named include New York Indiana Minnesota and Wisconsin as units move under General Kingston regiments and other formations. No deaths reported but fighting details are unclear.

New York Indiana Wisconsin Manders Cieneral Kinston Columbus N. M United States Here Playas Valley Hachita

United States asks Britain to represent Mexico interests

Washington June 23 United States government asked Great Britain to act for Mexico’s interests in the Americas. The request was being considered today as a step to aid Mexican affairs and maintain diplomatic ties.

United Press Washington, D. C United States Great Britain América

Mobilization Of Indiana Troops Begins Today

Indiana National Guard mobilization starts at Ft. Benjamin Harrison as Battery A of Indianapolis and other units begin assembling. Adjutant General S. Tain announced the process today, marking the practical start of the Indiana mobilization effort.

Indiana United Press Benjamin Harrison Ind Indiana National Guard Indianapolis

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