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Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
MULLEN EFT AL FINED

st. Joseph, Mo-, March 13.-Robert
G. Mullen of Kansas Ciy, Mott A.
Gleason of Grand Rapids, Mich, and
Charles A. Thompson of Kansas Cty,
pleaded guilty to charge of having
secured fraudulently government
lands in New Mexico, in the federal
court and fines of $1,000 each and
costs were assessed against them.
They were members of the Sacra-
mento Valley Irrigation company,
which had it's offices in st. Joseph. 1t
is charged that the concern, in order
to advance the business of selling
water and irrigation service, conspir-
ed with H. H. Major, clerk of the
probate court of Otero county, New
Mexico to register applicants for
land as residents of the territory and
represented to the land seekers that
residence in the territory was not a
requisite for acquisition of property.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
COURIER REPORTS INTENSE suF.
FERING AMONG ITS 25,ooo
PEOPLE
REBELS SURROUND CAPITAL
SIEGE HAS CONTINUED FOR
EIGHT DAYS AND is PARTI.
cULARLY EFFEcTNE
CUT OFF FROM The WORLD
NEITHER RAILROAD OR TELE-
GRAPH LINES HAVE BEEN
WORKING FOR SOME TIME

Ell Paso, March 13.--Stories of in
tense suffering throughout northern
Mexico continued to reach here to-
day A courier who walked from a
point just north of chihuahua City
reported that famine faced the $4,000
inhabitants of the capital. Hundreds
of women, fearing a long siege of
the city, which already has continued
eight days and will soon cause star
walton, have secured permission from
the authorities to leave, and bands
of women, accompanied by their chill
dren, are now roaming the country.
The last direct word from Chihua
bua City, was seven days ago, when
a telegraph wire resumed working as
far ,as iParrat. The operator at Chi.
huahua said:
mo food stuffs have reached here
in weeks 1t looks like famine for all
Of u.s. The insurrectos have encircled
the city and troops attempting
forage are driven back by bands of
yuerillas.''
The railroad bridge at Mesa. nine
niles south of Jdtsrez. was blown up |
asst night by small band of insur-
'ectos under Captain Creighton of |
New York.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
BOLD HOLD UP IN
Heart OF OGDEN
MASKED MEN ROB HOTEL, WITH
IN HALF A BLOCK OF CEN
TRIAL POLICE STATION

Ogden, Utah, March 13.-The Reed
hotel, in the center of the business
district, was held up and robbed by
two heavily armed masked men at
4 o'clock this morning, The hotel is
within half a block of the Central
police station. The robbers entered
the hotel, covered the night clerk and
five other men, lined them UP against
the wall and then emptied the safe,
securing about s70O. The clerk and
guests were not further molested. Two
arrests have been made.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
cRUIsER pEs MONIES SAILS

Boston, March 13.-With well
stocked magazines for the naval ma.
neuvers in the Gulf of Mexico, the
Cruiser Des Moines sailed from the
Charlestown navy yard yesterday
headed for Tompkinsville, S. l. There
additional ammunition will be taken
aboard and she will proceed to Key
West. When sailing orders were re-
ceived four days ago, the cruiser was
practically out of commission. There
emains at the navy yard the torpedo
boat destroyer Perkins, which is ex-
pected to sail tomorrow, and the sup
ply ship Hannibal, which will probab.
ly depart tomorrow.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
Rebel Smuegler Captured

Tia Juana, Lower Calif., March 13.
Captain Nunios, in command here,
captured a Mexican smuggler named
De Reyes in Tia Juana last night
and put him in jail. He is charged
with fomenting a rebellion, recruit
ing insurrectos and spying upon fed
eral troops. Under suspension of the
constitutional guarantees, Nunios is
authorized to take him out and shoot
him. De Reyes is we'll known along
the border The immigration officials
declare he is smuggler of long Of
Tending.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
Statement by Dickinson

New York, March 13.-"T do not
believe there will be any movement
of our troops into Mexico" This was
the statement made here today by
Secretary of War Dickinson, who
plans to sail for Panama hate this at
| ternoon.
There can be no excuse for Ameri-
can Intervention continued the war
secretary, unless the Mexican gov
ernment proves negligent in protect
ing the person or property of foreign
residents, and such negligence you'll
have to be firmly established, in my
opinion, before any such steps could
be taken. There are no conditions
now to give us such warrant.
I'm order to maintain strict ueu-
trality, it has been deemed advisable
to send troops to the border and on
account of the immense length OF
the frontier and the fact that the RIO
Grande can be crossed almost at any
point, larger number of troops has
been dispatched than would other
wise have proved necessary"
The secretary upon his return
from an inspection of the Panama
canal, will review the maneuvers of
the United States troops now mobil-
izing at San Antonio. After he has
completed his inspection. Major Cen
eral Leonard Wood, chief of staff,
will go to San Antonio.
General Wood, today, denied that
the war department had ordered, or
was contemplating an order of more
troops south. The commanding Off
GERS, however, will be changed from
time to time. The maneuvers divi-
sion 1t was stated, will be maintained
in the south until along in the sum-
mer.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
HUNDREDS OF AMERICANS WIT
MESSED SUNDAY BATTLE
OPPOSITE DOUGLAS
A SPECTACULAR ENGAGEMENT
OPPOSING ARMIES FOUGHT DEs.
PERATELY ON OPEN MESA
AT CLOSE RANGE
MACHINE GUNS SAVED DAY
DEADLY FIRE BY FEDERALs TOO
MUCH FOR RIFLES OF THE
INsURREcTIoNIsTs

Douglas, Ariz., March 13.-Fron
midnight until early dawn, followin,
yesterdays battle at Aqua Prieta, til,
mesas west and east of this city, were
dotted with the signal fires of the
rebels. A strong force of insurrecto:
is reported today short distance
southeast of the city. Douglas today
was the scene of bustling activity,
with additional American troops ar.
irving from other towns. Following
Sundays battle, Mexican sympathiz-
ers with the cause of Madero, poured
out of Douglas to the south and east
with General Blanco's camp as their
probable destination.
An automobile load of dynamite
was taken across the line today, and
planted in secret locations throughout
Aqua Prieta, for defense against an
other rebel attack. Large quantities.
of ammunition for defending the
town also were taken across the bor-
der. The telegraph line between
Aqua Prieta and Nacozari was cut
last night and it is believed the reb-
els are planning to prevent the en-
trance into Aqua Prieta of General
Chiapas, with relief force of five
hundred, which has left Moctezuma.
Eleven federals soldiers dead,
ten wounded, with the losses of the
rebels unknown, was the result of the
battle of Aqua Prieta yesterday. The
opposing forces were five hundred in
surrectos under General Jose de Luc
Blanco and federal force of three
hundred directed by Colonel Mora.
The battle was spectacular and was
witnessed by several thousand Ameri
cans, many of whom rushed close to
the battlefield while the firing was
still at it's height. After the smoke
had cleared away, it was Americans
in automobiles who gave the first aid
to the wounded, hurrying them to
Aqua Prieta, where two American
physicians were in readiness to as
sist the Mexican army surgeons. If
there were any rebels killed or
wounded they were taken back to the
mountains by their comrades.
After mystifying both the Mexican
officials and the Americans on the
border for a week, Blanco suddenly
broke from the canyon leading from
Cenizas Springs and engaged the fed
eral troops that had been rushed into
Aqua Prieta last night on a special
train, under command of Colonel
Mora. Except for a few prisoners
taen by the federals, the rebels re-
treated in good order. 1t is under
stood that Blanco's entire force did
not participate in the engagement.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
WALSH and MORSE
MUST WAIT AWHILE
PRESIDENT HAS NOT TAKEN UP
THEIR APPLICATIONS FOR
cLEMENcY

Augusta, Ca, March 13.-What dis.
position of the Walsh and Morse par
don cases will be made by President
Taft has not been revealed since the
executive began his short outing here.
The papers in both cases were
brought here by the president for
consideration, but in neither instance
has consideration been given them
1t was also expected that Mr.. TAFT
would give them consideration in the
contents of his forthcoming message
to the extra session of congress which
is to convene on April 4. 1t is now
said, however, that he will not under
take this task until after his return
to Washington where he will have
an opportunity to consult senate and
house leaders.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
TORPEDO BOATS RETURN

Hampton Roads, Va, March 1S.--
The biggest fleet of torpedo boat
destroyers seen in Hampton Roads
in long time rendezvoused here to-
day. The fleet comprises eight de-
stroyers, the Drayton, Roe. Terry.
Paulding, Preston, Smith, F1usser and
Lamson. The vessels, which have
been in southern waters the greater
part of the winter, will be overhaul
ed preparatory to engaging in the
spring battle practice Of the North
Atlantic fleet.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
PUBLIC SALE OF PROPERTY

Tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock
Deputy County Treasurer Robert l..
M. Ross will begin the sale of prop
erty held under judgment for taxes
delinquent for the year 1909. The
sale will be from the east front doors
of the county court house and will
be continued each day at the same
hour for sixty days. If the land is
not all disposed of by that date it
will become the property of the coun-
y. Several good pieces of land are
to be sold and it is expected there
will be considerable number of bid.
ders on hand during the early days OF
the sale.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
THEODORE ROOSEVELT
TO BE A GRANDPA
AN ARRIVAL IN HOUSEHOLD OF
7. r. JR. EXPECTED
I'm APRIL

San Francisco, March ia new
generation of the illustrious Roose-
veit family is expected to make its
advent to the world shortly. 1t is re-
ported the arrival of the first child
in the household of Theodore Roose-
welt, Jr., is looked for early in April
Young Roosevelt has made his home
in San Francisco since his marriage
His father, Colonel Roosevelt. and
Mrs. Roosevelt, are expected to be
in the city to celebrate the sbirths p1
their first grandchild. sgaa sfsaraHi
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
MEXICAN GOVERNMENT WILL SET
ASIDE PERSONAL GUAR
ANTEES
MEANS SUMMARY EXECUTION
THOSE DESTROYING PROPERTY
OR RAiDlNG WILL BE SHOT
WITHOUT TRIAL
THE REVOLUTION SPREADING
IN THE STATES OF coAHulLA
AND MoRELos REBELS ARE
UNUSUALLY ACTIVE

Mexico City, March 13.-Final &C
tion on the governments measure
invoking the clause of the constitu
tion which provides for the suspen
sion of personal guarantees, and
deemed expedient, has been deferred
until Wednesday.
The uprising has spread to the
states of Coahuila and Morelos. The
uprising in Morelos has assumed
formidable proportions, today's dis
patches set forth. Telegraphic COM
munication in both states is almost
destroyed and details are therefore
lacking.
Thoroughly aroused by the spread
of brigandage and vandalism incident
to the revolution, led by Francisco
|. Madero; and determined to pro-
tect property, the Diaz government
this week will begin to wage against
the lawless element pitiless war
of determination. Resurrecting pro-
vision of the Mexican constitution not
used in fifteen years, and acting un-
der its authorization the government
will set aside for six months certain
personal guarantees. Those detected
in the act of highway robbery. of
raiding a village or farm, or train
or cutting telegraph or tele-
phone wires, or even of removing
a spike from a railroad track or
throwing a stone at train will be
summarily shot by those making the
arrest.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
Mr vEsuvIus SCOUTING

Naples, March 13.-A severe earth
quake, accompanied by strong detona-
tions from Mount vesuvius occurred
last evening. Investigation showed
that great landslide had dropped
from the upper part of the crater. 1t
ia estimated that it measured 1000
by 250 feet, and when it fell 1t caused
enormous clouds of smoke. The
Funicular railway was badly damag-
ed. A party of tourists were about
to ascend by the railway when the
shock occurred.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
Limantour Denies Runors

New York, March 13.-Jose Liman-
tour. Mexican minister of finance,
made positive denial today of reports
that he has been comforting with the
Maderos and their associates with a
view to bringing about the cessation
of hostilities.
There can be no negotiations with
the insurrectionists or consideration
of their alleged grievances expect
that they first lay down their arms
said Senior Limantour.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
TO PLow WITH ENGINE

Flowing by scientific methods is to
be done by Trumbull and Adams on
their ranch near Rociada- Today
they unloaded new Reliance gaso.
line traction engine, one of the first
machines Of its type ever seen here.
1t was given a tryout on Railroad
avenue and ran about like an auto
mobile. The engine is twenty horse
power. 1t win be attached to gang
plows and will make possible the
blowing of many acres a day. The
engine can be used also for other
purposes where power is desired.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13

cases likewise raising the validity o.
the law and decisions likewise sus
tanning the constitutionality of the
tax, had reached the court. They
were advanced and heard with the
original case. Because presumably
OF vacancies on the bench, the cases
were restored to the docket for re-
argument. This reargument occurred
in January, 1911.
The constitutionality of the tax
was attacked from all the points from
which any tax possible of enactment
by congress could be attacked. Promi.
nent among the objections to the law
was the argument that the tax was
a direct tax, not apportioned, accord
ing to the constitution. Some dub
bed the tax "a corporation income
tax and invalid for the same reasons
that the income tax was declared un.
constitutional in 1895. Others claim
ed that it was a tax on state fran
chises and hence was an unconstitu-
tional interference with the sover.
eighty of the states. Another line of
objections was based on the argu-
ment that as an excise tax, it was
not uniform, but contained unconsti.
tutional classifications. The public.
ity features of the returns were at.
tackled as taking private property
without compensation. To all of
these objections, the Department of
Justice. through the late Solicitor
General Lloyd w. Bowers, at the first
hearing, and through his successor
Frederick w. Lehman, at the sec.
ond hearing, made answer.
After the argument of the fifteen
,ases, the court took up three other
'ases involving the tax. In these
he principal controversy was over
he Interpretation of the law. The
eading point was whether the tax c
vas to be imposed on Boston trusts" G
'rganized to hold real estate, but not
Incorporated. The Boston concerns
ontended that the tax should be as
essed only on concerns organized
nder the statutes of the United v
tates, states or territories. The gov p
rnment argued that business con A
erns organized under the common Of
wv were included within those meant OF
be taxed. to
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
RAILROADS WIN A CASE

Washington, March 13.-Railroads
which employ telegraph operators for
six hours and then after interval
for three hours more, comply with the
federal "hours of service" law Of
1907. Such was the decision today ol
the Supreme Court Of the United
States, despite the claims Of the gov
ernment that the nine hours musl
be consecutive.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
INDIAN RUNNER WINS BRIDE

Grand Junction, Colo, March 49,
Saul Halyvo, the American Indian
Marathon runner and holder of the
ten-mile amateur record, and Miss
Josie Sekonginenia, an Indian maid
en-, were married here Sunday by
Rev. G. S. Smith. The bride and
groom were born on the same reser-
vation in Arizona and for the last few
years have been attending the govern-
ment school here.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
CANADIAN BOWLING TOURNEY

Montreal, March 13.-Many well
known bowlers are here from Tor
onto, Ottawa, Quebec, Hamilton, Chi
cago and New York to take part in
the annual championship tournament
of the Candian Bowling association.
The contests, including events for
five-men teams, two-men teams, and
individuals, are to be rolled on the
Palace alleys, beginning this even
ing and continuing until March 25.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
FRENCH DRIVER TO.
RACE JACK JOHNSON
1coMILE EVENT WILL BE STAGED
EITHER AT LOS ANGELES
OR OAKLAND

Chicago, March 13.-Arrangements
were completed here last night for an
automobile race between Emile Brous-
sard, the French driver, and Jack
Johnson, heavyweight champion. The
race will take place either at Los An
geles or Oakland, within four
weeks. 1t will be for 100 miles and
both contestants will drive 9O-horse-
power machines.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
COLONEL REVIEWS
TROOPS IN TEXAS
ROOSEVELT BEGINS SEVENTH
DAY OF WESTERLY TOUR AT
SAN ANTONIO

San Anonito, Tex, March 19.-Col-
onel Roosevelt began the seventh day
OF his tour, with a review of the
troops gathered near this city under
recent orders of the war department.
Later he made an address from a
stand erected under the walls Of The
historic Alamo. He then left for Aus
tin, Fort Worth and Dallas.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
TEDDY IN TEXAS

San Antonio, Texas. March 13.-Ex-
pressing pleasure over his brief visit
in San Antonio and the opportunity
it afforded him of renewing acquain
ance with many, old friends, former
President Roosevelt departed from
the city shortly before noon today
for Dallas. where he is to be the
guest of honor at a. big banquet to-
night given under the ausices of the
Dallas chamber of commerce. ,.o.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
EMPLOYEES SHIFTED AROUND

Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Ellegde have
returned from a months vacation trip
to Texas, in several cities of which
state they visited relatives and
friends. Harry Haskell, who relieved
Mr.. Elledge in the Santa Fe freight
offices during his absence, is again
at his regular place as day ticket
agent at the passenger station. A. M.
Angel. who relieved Mr.. Haskell, has
been sent to Santa Fe, where he will
be employed as ticket agent.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
GOES TO ALBUQUERQUE

United States Attorney David j
I.eahy left yesterday for Albuquerque
from which city he will accompany
the New Mexico delegation to El
Paso to meet ex-President Roosevelt
and accompany him to Albuquerque
The ex-president will be the guest OF
honor at banquet at the Alvarado
hotel in Albuquerque Wednesday
evening.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
LECTURE BY FAIRBANKS

Los Angeles, March 13.-Former
vice-President Charles W. Fairbanks
addressed the second annual laymen's
missionary conference In this city
yesterday on the work ofsthe missions
as observed byahim In his aorecent
travels abroad. ssds slsye1
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
NEUTRALITY THE OBJECT NOW
LENGTH OF FRONTIER coMPELs
PLACING IN FIELD OF A
LARGE ARMY
READY FOR ANY emergency
IN CASE DlAz FAILS TO PROTECT
FOREIGN INTERESTS, UNITED
STATES WILL

= + + e r =
\ New York, March 13.-Secre- \
= tary of War Dickinson will not =
= sail for Panama today, as in 4
= tended, unexpected complica- =
= tions having arisen in the pend \
: ing negotiations between the +
= Panama Railroad company and \
. the steamship lines operating for r
\ the government, which necessi- y
\ tated his remaining over until \
\ tomorrow, at least. The secre- =
\ tary was emphatic in declaring \
\ that the Mexican situation was \
\ not influencing his action in the \
\ slightest degree. Y
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
HARVEY PASSES THROUGH

Ford Harvey, high official Of the
Harvey eating house system, passed
through Las Vegas today on his way
from his headquarters in Kansas City
to points on the coast lines.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
TAFT PLAYS GOLF

Augusta, Ca, March 1S.-President
Taft played a full eighteen.hole golf
course this morning. He is enjoying
his brief vacation to the utmost.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13
FISHER TAXES HIS OATH

Washington, March 13.-Walter l..
Fisher, of Chicago, today took the
oath of office as secretary of, the in
terror.
Las Vegas optic. (East Las Vegas, N.M.) 1908-1921, 1911-03-13

Z COLORADO DEADLOCK HOLDS
iyDenver, March 13.-There was no
on today's senatorial ballot.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-11-22

mota stsEe 1herhighest touched jr several
months Is the result of "a sustained amt
increasing demand.k
The Steel stocks also Were strong. Tho
speculative position of United STATES
Steel was strengthened by the eXpecta-
ton that the Stanley investigation would
! be terminated shortly.
The increase in the Atlantic Coast Line
dividend TO Z per cent. rate resulted in
an advance of 81 points in the stock. AL
though the street had heard reports from
time to time that the dividend rate
might be increased, lie action of the KIND
was generally expected at this time. The
/ impression created by the change was
strengthened by the Favorable character
OF the annual report. Louisville q Nash
vile, which is controlled by Atlantic
Coast Line, rose more than three points.
Small consignments of gold We're for
warded to Canada and to the Pacific
coast, making the total outgo from New
| DIRK S11. i0o.eN0 fer this month 10 date.
Bonds We're steady. Wabash As more
than made up Yesterdays loss. on the
| curb the feature was the heavy sell
ing Of New York State As of 1851. which
declined nearly point to lei as, the low
est price Of the year. Total sales. par
value. $i.2200O0. United States rs regis
tered declined Is per cent OH call.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1911-11-22
BOXING NOTES.

ALI Lynch, the Canadian bantam
weight, and Joe. Shea have been
matched to box at New Haven. Dec.
u. ....
Johnny Coulon has called off his bout
at kenosha with George Kitson.
Tommy Gavigan and Paddy LAWN
will meet in Cleveland. next Friday
night.
philadelphia Jack" O'Brien wants
to get bout with Carl Morris The
latter is willing if his manager con-
sents.
Tommy Dixon and Harry Reide of
Denver will probably open up the game
at Kansas City. early next month.
Abe Attell has accepted $1,000 to meet
johnny Kilbane. Now Tom McCarey
is having a hard time bringing Kill
bane to terms Kilbane wants more
than he first asked for.
Packey Mcfarland says he has sign
To meet Ad Wolgast at San Francisco
SO often that until the men are in the
ring and ready to fay away no atten-
ton will be paid to him.
Rluntness of speech cost Charley
Eyton the Job refereeing the Wolgast-
Welsh match at Vernon. Cal, Thanks
giving day Eyton inferred that Ton
Jones, manager of Wolgast, was Z
short sport. Needless to say Jones
would hardly stand for Eyton haVint
anything to do with the officiating end
Jake Barada of st. Joseph and Ed
die Murphy viii meet at Pittsburg