Bisbee daily review., 1916-06-21

the exact number now beyond the border, constitute military secrets. There is reason to believe, however, that between 10000 and 12,000 regu- lars are posted at the advance camps or along the line of communication. Relief expeditions are said to have been organized at various Border points. ready to dash forward in flank attacks on any large Mexican force which might attempt to assault Gen eral Pershing's entrenched camps or cut him off from his border base of supplies.
 Taking Care of caIIes.
 One column with strong artillery support is said to be ready to cover Pulpit Pass, the military highway through the mountains between the states of Chihuahua and Sonora and through which the formidable Sonora garrisons might seek to strike at Pershings rear attachments.
 It was pointed out that in event of a general line across Mexico south of Pulpit Pass that would close that retreat to hostile forces. Another argument advanced in support of the plan of action was that the various railroads could be quickly repaired and made use of to supply the troops. making it possible to shift the entire scene of hostilities on to Mexican soil. Some officials believe that with the prompt repulse of any attack on American forces and the maintenance of a rigid watch over the supplies that enter the country, complete oc cupation could be carried out with little fighting after the lapse of few weeks. While rowing bands of outlaws would make vigilance es- sential it was thought organized re- Sistance could be quickly broken up las the advanced columns were rein forced with volunteers and moved slowly southward.
 U. s. Army Sees War.
 Army officers and nigh officials would not discuss these suggestions They admitted privately their belief that war was imminent since Carran- "a had given every indication of a determination to force an issue at any cost, but were disposed to refrain from making any remarks that might serve further to infame the minds of the Mexican people.
 For the same reason the proposed resolution to put into immediate ef- feet the national guard draft provi- sions of the new army bill was not presented in Congress The section of the bill referred contains the state ment that the men should be called under the draft, for the duration of the war" unless sooner discharged Because of this phraseology. and also because adoption of the resolution would be only a matter of few minutes when needed, leaders in Con gress determined to hold it up until events show what is to be expected beyond the border.
 Cuts Date With Lansing.
 Ambassador designate Arredondo had arranged to see Secretary Lans. ing today, but withdrew his request for an appointment after the note had been handed to him. He made 10 ex- planation either of the object of his projected call or his reason for cancel ling it. It is believed, however, that he was anxious ro learn the attitude of General Carranza after reading the American note before having any further formal interchanges with American officials.
 To U. s. for Safety.
 War department officials were somewhat amused tonight at mes sage fIom the border saying a Car ranZa military commander, posted near the line. had sent his son into the United States for safety while he himself prepared to lead his force