New York Times 100 years ago today, March 1, 1913:
Fourth Brigade Says It Is Quartered in Mosquito Marsh.
Special to The New York Times.
GALVESTON, Feb. 28.— Officers and men of the Fourth Brigade, who have been camped at Texas City, complained to-day of the ground they are forced to occupy. The officers said it was marsh land and that the stakes of the tents would not hold in the ground, falling of their own weight a short while after being driven in. Mosquitoes kept the soldiers awake all last night, and ants started two stampedes among their animals, so that double work was necessary to keep the animals quiet.
The engineering corps, under direction of Major Gen. Carter, commander of the Second Division, went to Galveston Beach early to-day to choose a suitable camping ground. They found one. Major Gen. Carter would not say he would ask for a movement of the present camp, but the officers commanding companies and battalions said they would join in making a protest against the present place.
Gen. Carter was instructed by the War Department to establish division headquarters for the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Brigades at Texas City. The Fifth Brigade is camped near Fort Crockett, on the Galveston, side of the bay, and has made no complaint, having dry, high ground.
No company of the Sixth Brigade has arrived here, and only 1,200 men of the Fourth are in camp.
Gen. Garter said this afternoon that there was not enough water for the 1,200 men, yet the remainder of that brigade and another entire brigade were ordered to camp there.
Between 350 and 400 members of the Fourth Artillery of the Fourth Brigade, who arrived at Texas City late yesterday to camp, started a disturbance in that place shortly after midnight. They damaged several saloons. Commanding officers rounded them up. A strong provost guard was thrown out to-night.
Friday, March 1, 2013
The Maderos In Havana.
New York Times 100 years ago today, March 1, 1913:
Cubans Show Respect for Their Grief — Emilio and Raoul Alive.
Special Cable to The New York Times.
HAVANA, Feb. 28.— The father and mother of the late President Madero, Señor and Señora Francisco Madero, Sr., his uncle, Ernesto Madero, and his widow with her two children arrived here this evening. The Secretary of State, Señor Sanguily, and Mayor Andrade met them at the steamer in private, brought them ashore in President Gomez's launch, and accompanied them in the palace coach to their hotel, where six rooms had been engaged at the Cuban Government's expense.
Fully 1,000 Cubans gathered at the wharf to witness the party's landing, standing with bared heads in respectful silence on either side as the party passed. Thousands also gathered in front of the hotel, blockading the Prado. The crowd was almost wholly silent, impressed by the great grief of the members of the party, all of whom were dressed in the deepest black, though prior to their appearance repeated shouts of "Death to Huerta!" were heard.
The police to-night learned that a plan had been formed to attack the Mexican Legation here as a protest, and precautions were taken to prevent its being carried out. Gen. Loyanz Del Castillo has started a movement to bring about the breaking of diplomatic relations with Mexico by Cuba.
The Maderos refused to give out any statement to-night. Their grief was considerably lightened shortly after their arrival by a Texas cablegram from Emilio and Raoul Madero, stating that both were alive and well, having succeeded in escaping to Texas.
The New York Times correspondent is informed by Congressman Zorrilla, a Mexican refugee, who talked with Francisco and Ernesto Madero, that they have not any definite plans up to the present and do not know how long they will remain in Havana.
Cubans Show Respect for Their Grief — Emilio and Raoul Alive.
Special Cable to The New York Times.
HAVANA, Feb. 28.— The father and mother of the late President Madero, Señor and Señora Francisco Madero, Sr., his uncle, Ernesto Madero, and his widow with her two children arrived here this evening. The Secretary of State, Señor Sanguily, and Mayor Andrade met them at the steamer in private, brought them ashore in President Gomez's launch, and accompanied them in the palace coach to their hotel, where six rooms had been engaged at the Cuban Government's expense.
Fully 1,000 Cubans gathered at the wharf to witness the party's landing, standing with bared heads in respectful silence on either side as the party passed. Thousands also gathered in front of the hotel, blockading the Prado. The crowd was almost wholly silent, impressed by the great grief of the members of the party, all of whom were dressed in the deepest black, though prior to their appearance repeated shouts of "Death to Huerta!" were heard.
The police to-night learned that a plan had been formed to attack the Mexican Legation here as a protest, and precautions were taken to prevent its being carried out. Gen. Loyanz Del Castillo has started a movement to bring about the breaking of diplomatic relations with Mexico by Cuba.
The Maderos refused to give out any statement to-night. Their grief was considerably lightened shortly after their arrival by a Texas cablegram from Emilio and Raoul Madero, stating that both were alive and well, having succeeded in escaping to Texas.
The New York Times correspondent is informed by Congressman Zorrilla, a Mexican refugee, who talked with Francisco and Ernesto Madero, that they have not any definite plans up to the present and do not know how long they will remain in Havana.
Huerta Rule Recognized.
New York Times 100 years ago today, March 1, 1913:
Orozco Says Peace Delegates Bow to New Administration.
LAREDO, Texas, Feb. 28.— The Huerta Government was recognized unequivocally to-day at the peace conference in Nuevo Laredo by representatives of the northern revolutionary leaders. That information was given out to-night by Col. Pascual Orozco, Sr., father of the rebel chieftain of the northern States. Col. Orozco expressed the opinion that peace throughout Mexico was a question of a short time.
Orozco Says Peace Delegates Bow to New Administration.
LAREDO, Texas, Feb. 28.— The Huerta Government was recognized unequivocally to-day at the peace conference in Nuevo Laredo by representatives of the northern revolutionary leaders. That information was given out to-night by Col. Pascual Orozco, Sr., father of the rebel chieftain of the northern States. Col. Orozco expressed the opinion that peace throughout Mexico was a question of a short time.
Gov. Fuentes D Submits.
New York Times 100 years ago today, March 1, 1913:
Gen. Hidalgo Takes Aguas Calientes —Porfirio Diaz Praises Huerta.
MEXICO CITY, Feb. 28.— Conditions in the State of Sonora, where the authorities have refused to adhere to the new administration, were admitted in the National Palace to-night to be serious. It was thought, however, there, would be no necessity for a resort to arms.
Gen. Garcia Hidalgo solved to-day in Aguas Calientes, capital of the State of the same name, a problem which no one believed could be settled except with the use of soldiery. Alberto Fuentes D. the rebellious Governor of the State, who had fortified himself in the palace and defied Gen. Hidalgo to remove him, surrendered at the last moment, and Gen. Hidalgo took charge of the State Government. This gives the Huerta Government one more State and materially strengthens its position.
Ex-Gov. Maytorena of Sonora is admitted to be in possession of Agua Prieta, Nacosari, and Fronteras, along the international border, and Gov. Ignacia Pesquiera, his successor and personal friend, has fortified himself in the Government palace in Hermosillo and surrounded the building with artillery. To suppress the rebellion the Government's only available forces are a few regulars in Torin, but reinforcements will be sent from Guadalajara to Manzanillo and dispatched from there by boat to the disturbed region.
The investigation which is being conducted by the court officials to determine the responsibility for the killing of President Madero and Vice President Suarez resulted to-day in the arrest of Mariano Luque, a commonplace politician, who is charged with having been the leader of the attacking party.
"The friendly powers have shown confidence in us," said President Huerta today, "and so expressed that confidence through their representatives in this capital. These representatives have explained that the countries believe the new Government will bring about an early pacification of the country, which will enable all business enterprises to be conducted along the road of prosperity. This the Government also believes.
"I repeat that to bring about pacification of the country, which at this time is a supreme necessity, I shall use all the measures provided by law. It will be absolutely necessary to use that power granted under the suspension of the guarantees in certain places."
This measure gives to the Government the right summarily to execute persons found bearing arms or in any way aiding the rebels or bandits.
News that pleased the Government was brought from the North by agents professing to represent Venustiano Carranza, the rebellious Governor of the State of Coahuila. Those agents said Carranza was disposed to recognize Huerta as President, but, notwithstanding their assurances, the orders of Gen. Trucy Aubert have not been altered, and he will push the Government campaign in the direction of Saltillo.
A feature of the situation which is causing concern is the attitude of Col. Francisco Naranja, who is at the head of a thousand men on the railway between Monterey and Laredo, and who has not indicated his attitude. It was rumored a few days ago that Naranja might be in the rebellion, but that was discredited, as he had been one of the most active men in the army in fighting the Zapatistas and also because he was a protege of Gen. Trevino.
Emiliano Zapata and his brother Eufemio have established themselves with their forces in the district about Villa Ayala, Morelos their home. Pending arrangements with the Government, they are reported to be maintaining excellent order in that district and it is not improbable President Huerta will obtain their co-operation.
Gen. Hidalgo Takes Aguas Calientes —Porfirio Diaz Praises Huerta.
MEXICO CITY, Feb. 28.— Conditions in the State of Sonora, where the authorities have refused to adhere to the new administration, were admitted in the National Palace to-night to be serious. It was thought, however, there, would be no necessity for a resort to arms.
Gen. Garcia Hidalgo solved to-day in Aguas Calientes, capital of the State of the same name, a problem which no one believed could be settled except with the use of soldiery. Alberto Fuentes D. the rebellious Governor of the State, who had fortified himself in the palace and defied Gen. Hidalgo to remove him, surrendered at the last moment, and Gen. Hidalgo took charge of the State Government. This gives the Huerta Government one more State and materially strengthens its position.
Ex-Gov. Maytorena of Sonora is admitted to be in possession of Agua Prieta, Nacosari, and Fronteras, along the international border, and Gov. Ignacia Pesquiera, his successor and personal friend, has fortified himself in the Government palace in Hermosillo and surrounded the building with artillery. To suppress the rebellion the Government's only available forces are a few regulars in Torin, but reinforcements will be sent from Guadalajara to Manzanillo and dispatched from there by boat to the disturbed region.
The investigation which is being conducted by the court officials to determine the responsibility for the killing of President Madero and Vice President Suarez resulted to-day in the arrest of Mariano Luque, a commonplace politician, who is charged with having been the leader of the attacking party.
"The friendly powers have shown confidence in us," said President Huerta today, "and so expressed that confidence through their representatives in this capital. These representatives have explained that the countries believe the new Government will bring about an early pacification of the country, which will enable all business enterprises to be conducted along the road of prosperity. This the Government also believes.
"I repeat that to bring about pacification of the country, which at this time is a supreme necessity, I shall use all the measures provided by law. It will be absolutely necessary to use that power granted under the suspension of the guarantees in certain places."
This measure gives to the Government the right summarily to execute persons found bearing arms or in any way aiding the rebels or bandits.
News that pleased the Government was brought from the North by agents professing to represent Venustiano Carranza, the rebellious Governor of the State of Coahuila. Those agents said Carranza was disposed to recognize Huerta as President, but, notwithstanding their assurances, the orders of Gen. Trucy Aubert have not been altered, and he will push the Government campaign in the direction of Saltillo.
A feature of the situation which is causing concern is the attitude of Col. Francisco Naranja, who is at the head of a thousand men on the railway between Monterey and Laredo, and who has not indicated his attitude. It was rumored a few days ago that Naranja might be in the rebellion, but that was discredited, as he had been one of the most active men in the army in fighting the Zapatistas and also because he was a protege of Gen. Trevino.
Emiliano Zapata and his brother Eufemio have established themselves with their forces in the district about Villa Ayala, Morelos their home. Pending arrangements with the Government, they are reported to be maintaining excellent order in that district and it is not improbable President Huerta will obtain their co-operation.
Washington Expresses Concern.
New York Times 100 years ago today, March 1, 1913:
Special to The New York Times.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28.—Naval officials showed concern to-night over the report that shots from an American battleship at target practice to-day off Vera Cruz struck near shore, killing a man and wounding three fishermen. Up to a late hour to-night, the Navy Department had not received a dispatch in regard to the alleged incident.
The statement that the ships were at target practice implies that Rear Admiral Frank Fletcher, who is in command of the special squadron at Vera Cruz, had taken advantage of the quiet following the overthrow of President Madero to carry out the work which the ships would have been doing if they had remained at Guantanamo, Cuba. Dispatches were received early in the day from Admiral Fletcher, but they made no mention of target practice, or the casualties mentioned in the special cable dispatch to The New York Times.
When told of the report of the accident to-night, Beekman Winthrop, Assistant Secretary of the Navy, said he was sure the department had no advices in regard to it.
"It is most awkward that such a thing should occur at this time," Mr. Winthrop commented, "because of the effect on the Mexican people. It is not strange that it should cause great excitement, and it is sure to be regarded as the beginning of intervention by many inland Mexicans, and is likely to cause distorted and sinister reports of the affair.
"Of course, explanations soon will make clear just what occurred, and will assure the Mexican Government de facto and the Mexican people that what has happened was purely an accident. It also is to be said that a full inquiry in regard to the incident will be instituted promptly.
"It is a matter of deep regret that such an accident should have occurred at any time, and especially just now, when public feeling here and there is under a strain."
If the facts prove to be as reported, the officer responsible for the alleged mishap will be required to face a court of inquiry, and, possibly, a court-martial. There have been several such instances in the history of the modern navy. Rear Admiral Thomas O. Selfridge, retired, was tried by court-martial on account of the killing of several Japanese off one of the islands of Japan by a shell fired at target practice by the warship then commanded by him.
Special to The New York Times.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28.—Naval officials showed concern to-night over the report that shots from an American battleship at target practice to-day off Vera Cruz struck near shore, killing a man and wounding three fishermen. Up to a late hour to-night, the Navy Department had not received a dispatch in regard to the alleged incident.
The statement that the ships were at target practice implies that Rear Admiral Frank Fletcher, who is in command of the special squadron at Vera Cruz, had taken advantage of the quiet following the overthrow of President Madero to carry out the work which the ships would have been doing if they had remained at Guantanamo, Cuba. Dispatches were received early in the day from Admiral Fletcher, but they made no mention of target practice, or the casualties mentioned in the special cable dispatch to The New York Times.
When told of the report of the accident to-night, Beekman Winthrop, Assistant Secretary of the Navy, said he was sure the department had no advices in regard to it.
"It is most awkward that such a thing should occur at this time," Mr. Winthrop commented, "because of the effect on the Mexican people. It is not strange that it should cause great excitement, and it is sure to be regarded as the beginning of intervention by many inland Mexicans, and is likely to cause distorted and sinister reports of the affair.
"Of course, explanations soon will make clear just what occurred, and will assure the Mexican Government de facto and the Mexican people that what has happened was purely an accident. It also is to be said that a full inquiry in regard to the incident will be instituted promptly.
"It is a matter of deep regret that such an accident should have occurred at any time, and especially just now, when public feeling here and there is under a strain."
If the facts prove to be as reported, the officer responsible for the alleged mishap will be required to face a court of inquiry, and, possibly, a court-martial. There have been several such instances in the history of the modern navy. Rear Admiral Thomas O. Selfridge, retired, was tried by court-martial on account of the killing of several Japanese off one of the islands of Japan by a shell fired at target practice by the warship then commanded by him.
Ship's Shot Fatal; Americans Blamed
New York Times 100 years ago today, March 1, 1913:
Vera Cruz Man Killed and Three Fishermen Wounded by Stray Projectiles.
ACCIDENT EXCITES MEXICANS
United States War Vessels Were at Target Practice in the Gulf — Washington Will Sift Incident.
Special Cable to The New York Times.
VERA CRUZ, Feb. 28.— Stray shots which were said to have come from the United States warships Vermont, Nebraska, and Georgia, at target practice in the Gulf to-day, killed one man and wounded three fishermen. Many shots from the American vessels reached land near this city. Great excitement resulted in Vera Cruz and neighboring places. A rumor quickly was circulated that the waters of the Gulf were filled with men-of-war engaged in battle.
The American ships were far out in the Gulf, having gone a long distance with a view of avoiding danger to shipping in or near the harbor.
United States civilians here deplored the mishap particularly because they already had seen signs that an anti-American spirit was growing throughout the city. One form taken by that sentiment was the refusal of young society men of Vera Crux to play tennis with the junior officers of the Georgia.
Turner Angers Officials
The anti-American tendency has not been decreased by John K. Turner, an American writer and agitator, who attacked Mexico in magazines and newspapers in the United States, and now is busy criticising his own country and Americans in general. Mr. Turner does not stand well with the present Government officials. It is understood they are considering the propriety of requesting him to leave this country shortly.
The steamship Ipiranga of the Hamburg-American Line sailed from this port late this afternoon, carrying several persons who were prominent in the Madero regime. Her passengers included Rafael Hernandez, ex-Minister Gobernacion, and Roque Gonzalez Garza, the famous ex-Governor of the Federal District. Another survivor of the former Administration who took passage in the Ipiranga was Senora Ernesto Madero.
All the refugees will stay in Havana until they are joined by other Mexicans made homeless by the fall of President Francisco I. Madero, Jr.
Vera Cruz Man Killed and Three Fishermen Wounded by Stray Projectiles.
ACCIDENT EXCITES MEXICANS
United States War Vessels Were at Target Practice in the Gulf — Washington Will Sift Incident.
Special Cable to The New York Times.
VERA CRUZ, Feb. 28.— Stray shots which were said to have come from the United States warships Vermont, Nebraska, and Georgia, at target practice in the Gulf to-day, killed one man and wounded three fishermen. Many shots from the American vessels reached land near this city. Great excitement resulted in Vera Cruz and neighboring places. A rumor quickly was circulated that the waters of the Gulf were filled with men-of-war engaged in battle.
The American ships were far out in the Gulf, having gone a long distance with a view of avoiding danger to shipping in or near the harbor.
United States civilians here deplored the mishap particularly because they already had seen signs that an anti-American spirit was growing throughout the city. One form taken by that sentiment was the refusal of young society men of Vera Crux to play tennis with the junior officers of the Georgia.
Turner Angers Officials
The anti-American tendency has not been decreased by John K. Turner, an American writer and agitator, who attacked Mexico in magazines and newspapers in the United States, and now is busy criticising his own country and Americans in general. Mr. Turner does not stand well with the present Government officials. It is understood they are considering the propriety of requesting him to leave this country shortly.
The steamship Ipiranga of the Hamburg-American Line sailed from this port late this afternoon, carrying several persons who were prominent in the Madero regime. Her passengers included Rafael Hernandez, ex-Minister Gobernacion, and Roque Gonzalez Garza, the famous ex-Governor of the Federal District. Another survivor of the former Administration who took passage in the Ipiranga was Senora Ernesto Madero.
All the refugees will stay in Havana until they are joined by other Mexicans made homeless by the fall of President Francisco I. Madero, Jr.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Peace In Mexico.
New York Times 100 years ago today, February 28, 1913:
The latest news from Mexico is as encouraging as could be hoped for. We are hearing nothing further of "reprisals." The reports of the assassination of two of Madero's brothers have not been verified. The new amnesty law indicates that the Provisional President is a man of good judgment and quick action, who desires to restore peace with as little resort to severe measures as possible. To be sure, the ill-fated Madero also promised amnesty to all rebels who surrendered within a specified time, and none surrendered, but his Government was obviously weak from first to last, while Huerta's thus far has seemed strong. Much depends upon his ability to keep his promises and his success in mustering an army fit to be reckoned with. It must be remembered that he defeated Orozco decisively at Bachimba, and would have crushed that rebellion entirely if his hand had not been stayed by Madero.
The gratifying facts are that the insurrectos, excepting Zapata, are now supporting Huerta, and that strong measures are being adopted for the first time to bring to terms that obstreperous enemy of law and order. Madero checked all efforts to suppress Zapata. Train service between the capital and the border has been restored, and Vera Cruz is quiet. The prospects are good for a speedy resumption of business throughout the republic.
In the circumstances, there is little danger of the intervention peril lasting to trouble President Wilson's Administration at its very outset. The new President of the United States will take office at a time when the Mexican situation is less troublesome to the State Department at Washington than it has been for two years. How long the peaceful condition will last nobody can tell, but presumably the new elections will not be ordered in Mexico until the disturbances in all parts of the country have been allayed.
The latest news from Mexico is as encouraging as could be hoped for. We are hearing nothing further of "reprisals." The reports of the assassination of two of Madero's brothers have not been verified. The new amnesty law indicates that the Provisional President is a man of good judgment and quick action, who desires to restore peace with as little resort to severe measures as possible. To be sure, the ill-fated Madero also promised amnesty to all rebels who surrendered within a specified time, and none surrendered, but his Government was obviously weak from first to last, while Huerta's thus far has seemed strong. Much depends upon his ability to keep his promises and his success in mustering an army fit to be reckoned with. It must be remembered that he defeated Orozco decisively at Bachimba, and would have crushed that rebellion entirely if his hand had not been stayed by Madero.
The gratifying facts are that the insurrectos, excepting Zapata, are now supporting Huerta, and that strong measures are being adopted for the first time to bring to terms that obstreperous enemy of law and order. Madero checked all efforts to suppress Zapata. Train service between the capital and the border has been restored, and Vera Cruz is quiet. The prospects are good for a speedy resumption of business throughout the republic.
In the circumstances, there is little danger of the intervention peril lasting to trouble President Wilson's Administration at its very outset. The new President of the United States will take office at a time when the Mexican situation is less troublesome to the State Department at Washington than it has been for two years. How long the peaceful condition will last nobody can tell, but presumably the new elections will not be ordered in Mexico until the disturbances in all parts of the country have been allayed.
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