Clash Near Villa Ahumada Kills Gomez and Troops
Washington reports a clash near Carrizal nine miles west of Villa Ahumada in which Mexican General Gomez and an unknown number of Mexicans were killed. American casualties are unconfirmed as U.S. cavalry, including the Tenth Cavalry, engaged after being lured by a flag of truce. Mexican forces massed near Nogales, Ariz., prompting calls for urgent aid as only about 1,000 troops stood to oppose the advance.
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Garcia
Carrizal
Villa Atumada
Carranzista
Gomez
Villa Ahumada
Chihuahua
Gonzales
Pershing
Tenth Cavalry
Funston
Ashurst
War Department
J. W. Edwards
Nogales
Ariz
Clash near Carrizal leaves many dead in Mexican border fight
A U S cavalry detachment clashed with Carranza forces at Carrizal, ninety miles south of El Paso. Unofficial Mexican reports say forty American soldiers were killed by machine gun fire in a surprise attack. Mexican casualties were lighter, with General Felix Gomez among the dead, per Juarez authorities. General Francisco Gonzales later issued a statement confirming the engagement.
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el Paso
Tex
Carranza
Carrizal
Juarez
Felix Gomez
Francisco Gonzales
Run Jap Ship on Beach Intention Shown Near Mexico
Adolfo De La Huerta reports from Hermosillo that a Japanese warship is aground near Tiburon island ninety miles up the Gulf of California from Guaymas. He notes several other Japanese vessels nearby and says the ship may be intentionally beached to justify staying close to the Mexican coast.
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Douglas
Ariz
Adolfo de la Huerta
Sonora
Hermosillo
Nogales
Tiburon Island
Gulf of California
Guaymas
Natives Hostile to Anencan Troops
Americans at Guaymas seek refuge aboard US ships as anti American sentiment on the west coast grows. The cruiser Cleveland hosts 11 men 14 women 2 children while Glacier takes 19 men 17 women 11 children. Only four Americans remain in Guaymas.
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Washington
Ameericans
Guaymas
Mexico
Navy Department
Winslow
Cleveland
Glacier
Battle near Carrizal: Mexican forces seize prisoners
News from the Mexican front reports a clash near Carrizal nine miles southwest of Villamorada with seventeen prisoners captured as General Pershing's scouting patrol withdrew. Go rcez death reportedly confirmed. Carranza garrison at Casas Grandes evacuated toward Madera as Pershing units outnumber the base. Confirmation arrived via a refuge train from Chihuahua City.
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Carranza
Casas Grandes
Oone
Pershing
Madera
Juarez
Chihuahua City
War Secretary Aims 8000 Militia to Mexican Border
Secretary Baker said he was moving California, Missouri and Kansas militia to the border, about 8,000 men. Dispatches from General Funst on report the Northern Mexico situation is increasingly bad and that Carranza has ordered residents to defend themselves if war comes.
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P. m
Baker
California, Missouri
Kansas
Mexico
Carranza
The
Republic
Pershing Defies Trevino Orders Triggering Carriezel Battle
Mexico City reports Gen. Pershing refused to halt advances into Mexico despite Gen. Trevino instruction. The war office announced this afternoon that the defiance led to the battle at Carrizal involving U S forces and Mexican command.
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Mexico City
Okio Home Of Patriots Call For Militia Volunteers
Ohio Governor F B Willis issues a call for militia volunteers to strengthen state units. The message urges Ohioans to enlist to preserve Buckeye traditions and keep battle flags in the lead.
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OKIO
Patriots
Columbus
F. B. Willis
Ohio
Memorial Service Planned for Ruth Craig
A public memorial funeral for Ruth Craig daughter of Mr and Mrs J A Craig of Oakland will be held Sunday June 25 at Sharon church at 1030 am. The young girl suffered scarlet fever then diphtheria and died with many county residents grieving her loss.
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Ruth Craig
J. A. Craig
Oakland
Sharon Church
Litthe
Ruth
The News Chronicle Reports Latest Developments
The newspaper lays out ongoing events and evolving stories as they unfold. It highlights key players, places, dates, and potential outcomes while maintaining a concise, period-appropriate tone.
Hustling Leaders Pressed by Enthusiastic Workers
Campaign activity intensifies as candidates race to win support. Busy scene described with leaders courting voters and promising offers, while supporters push for decisive momentum ahead of the prize.
Dig and Hustle for Votes in Oakland Touring Car Contest
By A. H. Prine the special vote offers last Tuesday doubled contestant effort and moved many from bottom to front. Focus on new subscriptions this week to gain a lead, as no one is unbeatable. Win by hard work, outreach, and timely use of bonus offers to secure votes and top prizes.
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Oakland
List of Contestants and Addresses in Wilmington Ohio
Standing of the contestants lists numerous participants from Wilmington and surrounding towns with home locations such as Port William Blanchester Cuba Martinsville and Reesville. Names include Letha Gallimore Mary Sherman Cleo Margaret Swaim Minnie Thorp Vera Hazard Grace Gebhart Edna Richard Espie Strider Birdie Hull Carrie Crawford Hazel Warren Katherine Bobbitt Hazel Collins Mary Louise Shepp and Chlorris Kerley among others with assorted route and post office references.
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B.A. Oedem
Wilmington
Ohio
Letha Gallimore
Mary Sherman
Cleo Margaret Swaim
Vera Hazard
Eitate Kingman
Wilmington, R. R
Wilminia Davis
Grace L. Gebhart
Blanchester
Edna M. Richard
Ogden
R. R
Espie Strider
Birdie Hull
Carrie Crawford
Martinsville
Hazel Warren
Westboro
Katherine Bobbitt
Cuba
Hazel Collins
Morrisville
Mary Louise Shepp
Reesville
Orig i. Fic
Esis Oki Cee
Chlorris Kerley
Leesereek
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A. H. Prine
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