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The Elbert County tribune., 1916-06-23

W. gsP. sse ~ss $ The int: ,:: s oman,
Wv before they know anything about the
Maxwell.
Not until the Maxwell is shown and demon
strated to them-until they sit in it and examine
the Gnish-until they ride in it-or perhaps not
until they drive it themselves do they realize what
tremendous value is offered in the Maxwell
1t is not unusual that Maxwell value should
not be known to everyone, because it is uncom-
to find such for good margin more
than the Maxwell price.
The Maxwell stands absolutely alone in a highly
competitive field for the amount of value it offers
for the price.
Appearance-The lines of the Maxwell
decidedly attractive There is break in the
contour from the radiator to the back of the
The Tenders gracefully shaped. All metal
parts are enameled nickeplated. The uphol
stery is deep and well-6nshed From any angle
it is a car that the owner can be proud of.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
Splendid Gilt Uniforms
Taken to Juarez in Wagons

six wagon loads OF Mexican federal
uniforms were exported at the Santa
Fe street bridge late Friday afternoon
bv a well dressed Mexican who looked
as II he had been a federal general IN
der Huerta or DiaZ-
The wagons were loaded with the old.
federal uniforms OF dark blue with
gold braid. brass buttons and brass
collars. In addition a large number Of
spurs, saddles and other military equip
ment were loaded IN the wagons At
the custom house at the bridge the wa
CONS were stopped. a pistol taken from
the Mexican general who was driving
one of the wagons and the remainder
OF the shipment permitted TO 80 10
Juarez.
In addition to the shipments OF uni
forms and other military equipment,
large numbers OF wagons crossed the
bridge filled with furniture. bedding.
kitchen utensils and personal belong
ings. Many Mexicans of the better
class were seen to return to Juarez
with their belongings Friday after
noon Many furniture dealers who
sell on the instalment plan were at
the bridge Friday afternoon to prevent
furniture which had not been paid for
from crossing TO the Mexican side
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
UNION OF MEXICANS DEPENDS
ON ATTITUDE OF THE u. s.

neither or not all factions in Mex
leo would be drawn together by Ameri-
can Intervention depends entirely on
whether the United States aimed at the
Carranza government alone or at COM
quering and acquiring Mexican terri-
tory, according 10 Gen. Felipe Angeles.
a refugee from Mexico. living in Fl
Paso since the fall of the Huerta gov
eminent
II the United States intervenes in
Mexico simply 10 put an end 10 the
CarranZa rule. then the thousands up-
on thousands Of Mexicans IN the United
states viii not be attracted by the first
chiefs call Of a united people against
q common enemy" declared Gen. An
geles.
But" he continued. IF the United
states should intervene to fight the
people Of Mexico as a nation with A
view 10 conquest all the refugees in
the United States-federals. CientificOs.
Flllistas and members OF other parties
would return to resist the INVASION
Gen Angeles declared that every
Mexican refugee who had been driven
from his country by the persecution
Of the COnstitutionalistas would see
with pleasure the first CHIEF "tumbled
from his throne" by the government OF
the United States
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
FALLS To DEATH
UNDER CAISSON
Fifth Artilleryman Killed
During Battle Practice;
10 Years Old.

Pvt. William J. Scanlou, battery z.
fifth field artillery. was instantly killed
Friday afternoon at $50 o'clock. at
Grant and Cotton avenues. when he fell
beneath the wheels Of a gun caisson
from his seat on the carriage behind
one of the AZ guns. The accident oc-
Cured as the battery was en- route TO
the city in response to the orders OF
Gen. Bell, for a general mobilization OF
troops.
witnesses TO the accident state that
they saw the young soldier fall from
the caisson directly under the rear
wheels. the weight Of so rounds OF ar
tillery ammunition passing over his
body. He died before aid could
reach him. the steel trimmed wheels of
the caisson cutting into his body The
battervnian was carried to the Fort
Bliss hospital. and later taken 10 the
Peak Undertaking company on Texas
street, where the remains are being
held.
Scanlon was 1s years OF age and en-
listed in the service but three months
ago in his home in Kansas City. Mo.
The body of private Scanlon viii be
shipped to Kansas City, No. tonight
for burial by Mclean, Simmons and
Hartford
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
U. S. PATROL AT BRIDGE FIRED
UPON BY MEXICAN SHIPPERS

shot fired from the brush on ths
opposite side OF the river. passed be-
tween two men of the border patrol
Friday night at $3.50 o'clock near the
Stanton street bridge.
The shot came from the Mexican side
several hundred feet below the bridge
and is believed TO have been done by
Carrancista soldiers \ sharp watch
was kept on the opposite shore by the
members Of the patrol in an effort to To-
cate the man who fired the shot. az
the fire would have been returned from
the American side. pursuant TO orders
from Brig Gen. George Bell
The matter was reported to provost
marshal Capt James Allison A the Cen
trail police station. and who ordered
that the soldiers keep a careful watch
for anyone firing from the Mexican side
OF the line
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
JUAREZ PEOPLE
ARE GIVEN ARMS
Mayor Prieto and Scouting
Party Reconnoiter Valley
As Far As Guadalupe.

Juarez citizens 10 the number Of $50.
led by mayor Manuel N. Prieto. marched
down the south side Of the river Fri
day night TO the vicinity OF the town
OF Guadalupe. 80 miles below Juarez
on q scouting trip TO Investigate the
reported crossing OF the border by
United States soldiers, according 10
the statement Of Mexican in Juarez.
The scouting party returned about day
light Saturday, without discovering the
presence Of Americans in the district.
Friday afternoon. according 10 the
NeXican's story, mayor Prieto issued to
civilians OF Juarez 5000 rifles with or
ders 10 use them in defence OF the
town. II invaded.
Reports from JuareZ say a large
body eff Mexican soldiers IS stationed
at Bauche- south Of Juarez. the station
near the crossing Of the Mexican Cen
tral and Mexico North Western rail-
roads
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
COY. HUNT SEES
NOGALES ARMED
Investigates Request Of the
Mayor and Citizens for
Martial Law.

Nogales. Ariz, June 24.-In response
10 messages from the mayor and citi-
zens OF NoEales, asking that martial
law be declared here. Gov. Hunt is
expected 10 arrive this morning to
make q first hand investigation Of con-
ditons. The citizens guard patroled
the town again Friday night more
than 100 heavily armed men covering
an parts Of the town and mounted men
he outskirts.
No disorder was reported, and there
was no evidence Of activity across the
line Refugees who arrived during
the night on trains from Magdalena
brought reports that Gen OchOa had
Eeen seriously injured Friday in
train wreck south of MagdaIena, and
that a number OF soldiers had been
killed and a large number hurt The
wreck was supposed 10 have occurred
near Lano. which is about 90 miles
below the border
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24

~ PASO was under arms ana . ia
rez was practically under siege
- for two hours Friday afternoon
II was battle practice for the Dor
der brigade by order Of Gen George
Bell. jr., and 1t gave Fl Psso another
thrill Of excitemens and Juarez a first
class scare. The snsneuvers were car
red out as il the troops we're actually
going into battle and everything was
done as II It was real warfare instea"
OF battle practice. Automobile trucks
were seized from the downtown gar
ages. wagon trains and pack trains
We're loaded and even the fat camp
cooks we're forced 10 pack their ranges
hot from the noon meal and prepare
To 20 into the field with their troops
Call TO Arms
soon after . o'clock Friday afternoon
the sunset gun at Fort Bliss boomee
twice, the call 10 arms BuSles trlieu'
men and officers hurried from par-
racks to parade and from tents TO com
pany streets The artillery horses Were
harnessed 10 the big 'four-polnt-
sevens" in the artillery. camp at Cotton
addition, the heavy field pieces were
dragged up the slope 10 Golden Hin
again where they were planted on the
parapet thanking senator Falls resi-
refuge
Artillery Into Action
The artillery at the fort as wen as
the Eighth cavalry. Goth infantry, sew
enth infantry and other commands
hurried into the field, some coming
down the paved streets. others, includ-
ing the Eighth cavalry, going over the
mesa near the fort and taking up posi-
ffons asst ned them by Gen. Bells or
ders- In Camp Cotton the infantry
troops were also called TO arms. de-
ployed along Fourth and Seventh
streets, patrols rode the river bank,
extra companies we're sent to the
bridges and every detail Of an actual
seize Of Juarez was carried out with
Gen. Bell and his staff holding the
stop watch on the troops of the border
brigade to ascertain how long IL would
require them TO get into action
Observer on Mountain
The maneuvers continued until after
the fort the infantry to Camp Fort
Bliss and Camp Cotton and the artil-
Iery tc Cotton addition The artillery
guns were trained on Juarez, tentative
firing problems worked out while an
observer stationed on the side OF the
mountain located imaginary batteries
in the foothills Of Juarez through his
field glasses and communicated with
the batteries by means OF the buzZer
line which had been laid
n lille this battle practice was IN
progress, all FL PasO suspended bust
ness TO watch the maneuvers and 10
learn by telephone If the troops were
actually going into JuareZ. The report
that Juarsz was 70 be taken was in
general circulation IN the city, down
and up the valley and throughout the
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24

southwest kilograms were sent out
OF Fl PasO Friday afternoon saying
that Juarez had been taken without :.
shot- the troops we're now in the old
town and that the American flag was
llglnE from the custom house Ions
distance telephone calls and kilograms
poured into The Herald office from
oil parts Of the south west asking for
details OF the battle Of Juarez" while
the editorial department telephones in
j ne Herald office were ringing con-
slapty for three hours while Fl
Fasoans called to find out what the
troops were out for
Crowds to Bridge.
SroWus rushed to the Santa Fe and
beheVed TO be the invasion of Juarez
Al was nece ssary for the troops TO es-
tsbish a dead line two blocks back
from the bridges and keen the crowds
back or this line When a Southwest
ern switch engine pulled a string OF
cars from the river front tracks the
crowd cheered as it was thought this
y as being done TO give the army \
clear path TO JuareZ The offices
along the river front were closed in
anticipation Of an invasion and many
people left their homes in the south
ern part or the city thinking that
high buildings there were numbers OF
people watching the American and
Mexican side with field glasses whila
the office windows facing Mexico were
Panic in JuareZ.
In Jusrez. where nothing was known
of the intended battle prac tice until
the troops swarmed downtown and
over the city there was near panic.
People rushed TO their homes and hid,
many left town for the south on foot
while many other carriages and
wagons could be seen going down the
old river road toward Guadalupe.
While the maneuvers were in progress
& train steamed into the Mexican Cen
tral yards and this caused the ANA
teur military observers TO report that
the Carrsnza troops were returning 70
resist the American occupation and
this caused another assorted lot Of
Tumors 10 fly over the city Few SOL
diers were to be seen in Juarez dur
ing the afternoon and evening but
many civilians with rifles. shot guns,
pistols and even axes and hatchets
were seen walking the streets shortly
before dark There was absent the
usual exodus from ,Juarez to Ell PasO
which has followed former panics and
scareS- Instead hundreds of MeNicans,
including prosperous looking refugees,
Gocked over the bridges to Juarez
Some Branches slow.
Gen. Bell announced, after the man
euvers were over, that the test had
been satisfactory in practically every
detail However. it was said that the
slown ess of some branches of the SER
vice had caused the general 10 issue
orders instructing officers 10 make i'm
mediate preparations for another test
A number Of the men of the Eighth
cavalry were recruits, one troop com.
mander declaring that he had 81 men
in his troop who had never fired =
rifle
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
43 j. 8. SOLDIERS
LOST IN BAT TIE

Columbus. y NJ, June 24--An OF the
American force which engaged the
Mexicans at Carrizal have returned to
the field base excepting Capts- Boyd
and Morey. Lieut. Adair and 40 troop
ers, according TO a report brought here
this morning by arrivals from the in
terror.
The three officers are believed dead
According to this report the total Of
American dead in the battle probably
was IS unless some of the troops still
are wandering in search OF the eXpe-
dictionary force Seventeen prisoners
have been taken TO Chihuahua City
Mexican reports that u American
dead were found on the scene OF the
engagement would indicate, II the lat
est details are correct, that u troop
ers either died from their wounds, were
killed in later fighting. or have not
succeeded in reaching their base
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
The New Modes In
WOmem's Sweaters

claim instant attention on the Third Floor. Never
were Sweaters so attractive IN STYLE color or material
as those now being shown for the Summer season. The
display Is large and varied, comprising the best prod
ucts of foreign and American makers. The newest
Silk Sweaters are extremely handsome, adding nch
and colorful note to the wam-weather costume Wool
Sweaters are shown in many different weaves and
coors as well as in smart bIackand white effects; and
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
MEXICANS DO NOT THINK
AMERICANS WERE WIPED CUT

The Mexican military authorities
have received no reports 10 indicate
that the entire band Of Americans
flghting at Carrizal had been wiped
out and consul Garcia, speaking on the
telephone from the Juarez head
quarters said lie believed the report
10 be untrue
It may be that the men were scat
tered and got lost" said Mr.. Garcia.
but I believe they viii report soon 10
their base camp Our version OF the
light TOOK it for granted that the
Americans were able 10 retire
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
MAY CALL NAVAL MILITIA,
SECRETARY ROOSEVELT SAYS

New Yrrk, June EFT is "within the
bounds OF possibility" that the naval
militia Of the United States will be
called out as a result OF the Mexican
crisis, assistant secretary of the navy
! ran Kiln D. Roosevelt announced Fri
DAY night at a dinner here in celebrz-
ton OF the 18th anniversary OF the or
Eanl%atlon OF the naval reserve Of New
OK Nj Roosevelt coupled his state
ment with declaration that 200. 000
are necessary Tor the navy
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
TWO MAJORS ARE ORDERED
To Ell PAsO AT ONCE

Leavenworth, Kss-, June s4-A war
department telegram was received at
Fort Leavenworth. Friday evening. di-
recting Mai. L F. Wildman. signal
corps. and Mai Max c. Tyler. engineer
ing corps. to proceed to FL Paso. Tev.
at once. These officers were ordered
Thursday 10 go TO Iowa and South Da-
kota to muster in state troops. They
were en- route when kilograms were
sent Friday night intercept them.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
GEN. CARAVEO IS SEEN WITH
500 OF OLD COMMAND In JUAREZ

Gen Marcelo Caraveo is said to have
been seen IN Juarez with 500 troops Of
his command before the military left
for the south.
Caraveo was an Orozco general who
had been living in FL Paso since the
collapse OF the Orozco revolution He
is said to have crossed the river sew
eral days ago and to have joined the
CarranZa garrison
A number Of his old command are
also said to have crossed and Joined the
troops in Juarcz
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
White Nfilams Or
LeghOrns, At $500

THEY are made of superior mate
L rials and must pass the most crit
zeal inspection before they are placed
before the public.
The variety of styles and shapes are
numberless, and every day sees some
new idea introduced into this special
collection.
Many Of these hats are copies of ex-
elusive impOrtations. and we have the
most finished artists and milliners to
make the copies.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
vFRACRUz PAPERS ..PLAY UP-
GOWPFRS'S MESSAGE To INIONIsTS

Veracruz, Mex June 24--Daily news
papers here gave prominent space TO
rhe telegram of Samuel Gompers- presi-
dent OF the American Federation Of
Labor. 10 labor leaders in Mexico as
surfing them that American labor would
do all it could to prevent a break be-
tween the two countries
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
Woodwork Like New.

To clean woodWorR or furniture use
Now the only article on the market
that will not scratch. or remove var
nish, and paint removes all dirt
grease. and stains. Dirt cannot stay On
anything where Now is used; recon-
mended by all furniture dealers Try
Nov" today and you win always use
it Tour Grocer or Ryan's Drug Stores
have -.A,ow-~-Adv
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
FIELD HOSPITAL AND AMBULANCE
CORPS ORDERED TO Fl. BLISS

Another field ambulance and hospi-
tai company has been ordered 10 the
base hospital AZ Fort Bliss from Fort
J.. A Russell. Wyow1ng-
The ambulance company and hospital
corps viii be attached TO the base hos
pital at Fort Bliss The detachment
brought all OF its ambulance, field
equipment and hospital cots with them.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
SAN SALVADOR FAVORS
AVERTING AMERICAN WAR

san Salvador, R de S, June 24--The
foreign office received today a cable
gram from the government OF Ecuador
urging all Latin-American govern
ments to take common action to avert
war between the United States and
Mexico The government replied i'm
medistely, approving the initiative Of
Ecuad dor.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
DID NOT CROSS AFTER
PARKER RANCH RAIDERS

Columbus. i. NJ, June 24.-The Amer
lean cavalry column sent by Lieut.. Col.
Waterman 10 take Up the trail OF the
Mexicans who raided the Parker ranch
near Hachita yesterday. did not cross
the border A message 10 this effect
was received by Col Sickles this morn
ing
The raiders were few in number and
stole several horses which they later
abandoned. The horses were picked up
by the pursuing column on the Ameri-
can side
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
VILLISTAS LOOT AMERICAN
MINE NEAR CIENEGAS, COAH.

4 band Of 20 Villistas 1oosed an Amer
lean mine near Cienegss. Coahuila.
sacked the company's store and stole
the company's horses and wagons 10
carry off the loot according to q tel
egram received out of Mexico today by
the manager Of the company, now in
Fl Paso.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
BROTHER OF TREVINO
Held EOR INCITING REVOLT

san Antonio. Texas, June 24-Juan
TreFino who claims TO be a brother Of
Gen Jacinto Trevino, was held in Jail
here today by federal authorities on
charge OF melting an insurrectiou. He
was arrested near Lyttie, Friday night
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
MILDLY BIOuses
At. Sc Up To So. 05

a WONDERFUL assortment Of
L \ MILDLY BlOuses in both washable
cotton fabrics as well as dainty silk.
Every new style in vogue has repre-
sentatiOn here. White, fancy stripes
and plain shades are to be had
The MILDLY Blouse is an indispensable
article of apparel. 1t is ideal for
sports wear, to say nothing of the
comfort derived in wearing one
around the house. See them Mon
dav.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
Smart New Bathing
Costumes, So. so Up

that will add materially to the pctmesqueness of
surf and beach interesting part of the Summer
display the Third Floor. The piquant styles feat
mng the newest color effects in satin tafeta and ts
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24

Sah, Will appeal equally to
the woman or the miss who
desires to be in the van
guard Of fashion; while
the quieter models viii
meet the requirements of
the more conservative
taste. There are also
Swimming Suits. made of
wool jersey, that are the
last word in smart form.
All the accessories Of the
bathing outfit are provid-
ed. including Wraps, Hats
and Caps, Shoes and Ho-
sierv: as well as attractive
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
Il PASO HAS BATTLE PRACTICE;
JUAREZ HAS AN INVASION SCARE

Troops of Border Patrol Sent Into Action Friday After
noon BY Gen Bell Business Suspended in e. Paso to
Watch Meneuvers Juarez Thinks Town Is to Be
Taken; Civilians Arm and March Streets
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24
Goats You'll Need
On Your Vacation

r. OATS of Silk Jer-
" sey Cloth, Gabar-
dimes. Plain and Check
ed light weight wool
cloth. They vary from
the smart beIted affairs
which fit looseIy-ofh hip
length-tO the full, long
coats. They fill a very
necessary place for motoring.
sports wear. business and utility.
and their fullness makes them as
desirable to wear over an even
ing gown or dance frock.
$500 Striped SILK Jersey Sport
Goats reduced to $500. $1,000
Womens Wooden Coats to
$3.50. reduced to $3.50. SS.95
Womens Wooden Goats to
$500, reduced to- .S13.95
Womens Wooden Goats to
$3.50, reduced TO. S1S.95
Rain and Motor Goats to $1,000.
reduced 10 ..S7 .95
Oiled Silk Coats for Motoring
are priced at ......... $3.50
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24

there IS an extensive as
sortment Of Fibre
Sweaters, ideal for
travel and veranda
use.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-24

b a t hing
Suits for
c hildren.
which are
S1.45 up.
The Washington herald., 1916-08-15
PUBLIC UTILITIES
CAUSE 10 DEATHS
Report of Commission Shows
1900 Injured Last Year
In District.

That the activities of the Public Utili-
ties Commission has been responsible for
the voluntary reduction of rates made
by the Chesapeake and Potomac Tele-
phone Company and various taXicab and
transportation companies Is intimated in
the annual report of that body, sent to
Congress yesterday.
The report shows that fifteen persons
were killed in the District last year by
public service corporations operating in
the city under the direction OF the Com
mission.
During the year 1723 accidents, result
ing in the personal injury or loss of
life to 1,s05 persons were reported to
the Commission in connection with the
operation and maintenance of those com
panies coming under its Jurisdiction.
Several improvements in the main
tenance Of track. line and roadway were
made during the year, such as the lay
ing of new rails on Upshur and Butter
nut street, reconstruction of part of the
underground system on U street, chang
ing from surface construction to under
, ground slotted conduit construction of
the tracks on Nichols avenue from An
acostia Bridge to Talbert street and the
ballastlng of the Cabin John line.
The report calls attention to the fact
that among the rates filed during the
year, one that may be noted Is the
cooking and heating schedule OF the Poto-
mac Electric Power Company, in which
! the charge for electricity after the first
| ten kilowatt hours use is reduced from
10 cents to cents a kilowatt hour. and
the minimum charge for two meters is
reduced from 81 to $3.50
The French government has appointed
commission to study the general use of
motion pictures in the different branches
OF public education.