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ITEM 19 Must Uphold Diaz: Limantour Warns Mexicans of Peril of Intervention, March 21, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 1: The article announces that Limantour has denied that he has brought a peace agreement, and asserts that the Mexican government will not negotiate with the insurrectos as long as they are armed.
ITEM 20 A Most Valuable Affair, March 21, 1911
Published in the New York World, p. 8: The article sarcastically refers to the mobilization of the troops as a "most valuable affair," in which distrust between the U.S. and Mexico is created, and information is withheld by the President, among other things.
ITEM 21 Taft Grasps Mexico Tangle, March 21, 1911
Published in the New York Sun, p. 1: The article announces that President Taft returned from his vacation and has been getting up to date on the status of the revolution. It is stated that the president will meet with his cabinet the following day, and that the mobilized troops will be slowed.
ITEM 22 Mexico Urges Mr. Taft to Recall Army, March 21, 1911
Published in the New York Herald, p. 1,4: The article announces that officers of the Díaz regime are requesting that President Taft recall U.S. troops due to their negative reception in Mexico.
ITEM 23 Limantour Home; Warmly Upholds Diaz, March 21, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, p. 1: The article announces that Limantour has denied that he has brought a peace agreement, and asserts that he is not interested in the presidency.
ITEM 24 Rebel Force Likely to Take Hermosillo, March 21, 1911
Published in the New York Times, p. 2: The article announces that the rebel forces will likely take Hermosillo, and that Madero has stated that he would negotiate peace terms during an armed truce.
ITEM 25 The Situation Clearing, March 21, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 6: The article announces a reduction of serious complications in Mexico as a result of the peace negotiations and halted activity in the field.
ITEM 26 Madero Promises an Armed Truce Will Be Declared, March 21, 1911
Published in the New York World, p. 4: The article announces that Madero intends to negotiate peace with the Díaz regime, and states that Limantour has denied any correspondence regarding peace.
ITEM 27 Capital Hails Limantour: Crowd Greets Him as the Man to Save Mexico, March 21, 1911
Published in the New York Sun, p. 2: The article announces that Limantour was greeted with a crowd in Mexico City, and is considered to be the peace negotiator. It also states that upon arrival, Limantour asserted that Díaz is the leader of Mexico, and that reforms are promised.
ITEM 28 President Taft Refuses to Recall Troops at Mexican Envoy’s Behest, March 22, 1911
Published in the New York Herald, p. 4: The article announces that President Taft does not intend to recall U.S. troops unless progress is visible. It also states that there are no signs of negotiations in Mexico.
ITEM 29 It Was Big Business, March 22, 1911
Published in the New York World, p. 10: The article announces that the White House has claimed that unrest in "Big Business" was the reason for the mobilization of troops at the Mexican border. The article asserts that President Taft’s recent regulation of zealous troops on the border suggests that this reasoning may be valid.
ITEM 30 Taft Will Let Congress Order Troops Forward, March 22, 1911
Published in the Washington Herald, p. 1: The article announces that while there is no intention to allow U.S. troops to cross into Mexico, they will be ordered to do so by Congress if necessary.
ITEM 31 Troops to Remain: Denied That Army Will Be Withdrawn from Texas, March 22, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 1: The article announces that the troops have not been recalled, and that they may be required to cross the border into Mexico on orders from Congress.
ITEM 32 Taft Doesn’t Expect War: So Secretary Dickinson Tells Confederate Grays, March 22, 1911
Published in the New York Sun, p. 4: The article announces that President Taft does not envision a conflict with Mexico, and references are made to the perspective of Secretary Dickinson.
ITEM 33 Limantour Disappoints: No Signs of Peace Result from His Return, Taft’s Mexican Policy Justified, March 22, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, p. 2: The article announces that Limantour’s lack of action upon returning to Mexico has been a disappointment. It is also state that Taft’s decision to mobilize troops was successful in that it assisted in bringing peace.
ITEM 34 Limantour’s Return Dims Peace Hopes, March 22, 1911
Published in the New York Times, p. 3,4: The article announces that Limantour has not brought a peace agreement, and that Madero has claimed that peace negotiations will only be possible under arms.
ITEM 35 Mexico’s Brighter Outlook, March 22, 1911
Published in the New York Times, p. 10: The article asserts that the situation in Mexico has improved, and that Limantour has proposed several reforms to pacify the insurrectos. The low likelihood of U.S. interference is referenced briefly.
ITEM 36 The Mexican Outlook, March 22, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 6: The article asserts that the Mexican government will not negotiate with the insurrectos as long as they are armed. It also states that Limantour has suggested reforms, an action that may deter many Mexicans from joining the insurrectos.
ITEM 37 Federals and Rebels Fire on U. S. Troops, March 23, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 1: The article announces that bullets crossed the border and targeted U.S. troops. It also states that the U.S. has halted the transfer of supplies, and is awaiting an official explanation for the shots fired.
ITEM 38 Troops Sent to Stop Raids from Mexico, March 23, 1911
Published in the New York Times, p. 2,3: The article announces that U.S. troops have been sent to Terlingua to protect the border
ITEM 39 Ride Hard to Save Terlingua: U.S. Troopers in a Race With Starving Insurrectos, March 23, 1911
Published in the New York Sun, p. 5: The article announces that U.S. troops have been sent to Terlingua to protect the border from thefts as a result of starvation and lack of supplies in Northern Mexico.
ITEM 40 Mr. Taft Not Alarmed by Political Attacks, March 23, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, p. 4: The article announces that President Taft is not concerned about political backlash regarding his decision to mobilize U.S. troops at the Mexican border because he believes that his policies will win approval of the public.
ITEM 41 Limantour Admits Failure: Could Not Reach Rebel Leader- Strong Feeling Against Government, March 23, 1911
Published in the New York Times, p. 1: The article announces that Limantour recently admitted to not having a plan to resolve the issues in Mexico. It is stated that Limantour was confused about the negative sentiments in Mexico toward the Díaz regime, and acknowledged the need to rewrite the electoral laws.
ITEM 42 Limantour Says Crisis Is Worse; No Plan to End It, March 23, 1911
Published in the New York World, p. 1,5: The article announces that Limantour does not intend to concede to the rebel forces. It also states that although the government is considering rewriting the electoral laws, it is not to appease the rebels.
ITEM 43 Predicts Intervention by First of May, March 24, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, p. 1,4: The article announces that U.S. intervention has been predicted to occur on May 1, 1911 if no signs of peace have appeared.
ITEM 44 Four Americans Shot?: New Rumor of Summary Execution by Mexican Regular Troops, March 24, 1911
Published in the New York Sun, p. 2: The article announces that four Americans were executed by Mexican troops in Arizona following their capture with insurrecto troops.
ITEM 45 Mexicans Did Fire on Americans: U.S. Marshal Hears, March 24, 1911
Published in the New York World, p. 7: The article announces that the U.S. Marshal has heard that Mexicans fired on Americans, although General Duncan believes he would have been notified if the firing had occurred.
ITEM 46 Calls for Recruits: War Department Sends Urgent Order to Stations, March 24, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 3: The article announces that the U.S. is calling for recruits to send to the southwest to defend the U.S. border. It also states that mobilization of troops has been quick and successful.
ITEM 47 Peace by May 1 Or Intervention, March 24, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 1: The article announces that U.S. intervention has been predicted to occur on May 1, 1911 if no signs of peace have appeared. It is announced that a warning has been sent to Madero.
ITEM 48 Madero Expects to Take Juarez and Chihuahua, March 24, 1911
Published in the Washington Herald, p. 1: The article announces that the insurrectos are planning on attacking Juarez and Chihuahua, and that it is predicted to be the biggest uprising of the revolution thus far. It is also stated that the goal of the uprising is to mobilize trains in the north for supplies.
ITEM 49 What Does Limantour Mean? March 24, 1911
Published in the New York Times, p. 10: The article announces that Limantour has returned to Mexico and stated that a distinct change in the support for the Díaz regime occurred in his absence, and that the insurrectos made an impact. The article suggests that Limantour spoke too freely for an officer of the Díaz regime.
ITEM 50 Diaz’s Cabinet Resigns in Body, March 25, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, p. 1,3: The article announces that the cabinet of Díaz has resigned, with the exception of Limantour. The article suggests that the cabinet consisted of primarily men over sixty who had been officials of the Díaz regime for many years.
ITEM 51 Mexican Rebels’ Plans, March 25, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, p. 6: The article suggests that the insurrectos hope to provoke U.S. involvement in Mexico in order to create a war. It also refers to Díaz as "the best chief of state their country has ever had".
ITEM 52 Madero Wins Battle: Federal Troops Reported Routed Near Chihuahua, March 25, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 1: The article announces that the insurrectos have one a decisive victory near Chihuahua, and intend to move toward Lower California to continue their rebellion in response to the suspension of their constitutional rights.
ITEM 53 Diaz Cabinet Resigns to Reestablish Peace, March 25, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 1,2: The article announces that the cabinet of Díaz has resigned, with the exception of Limantour. The article states that the U.S. was expecting the resignations and is not taken by surprise.
ITEM 54 Mexican Cabinet Resigns; Gen. Diaz Defers Action, Mexican Cabinet Resigns in a Body, March 25, 1911
Published in the New York World, p. 1: The article announces that the cabinet of Díaz has resigned, with the exception of Limantour. The article also references the bullets that went over the Texas border, stating that they were not intended for Americans and were accidental.
ITEM 55 Cabinet of Diaz Resigns in a Body, March 25, 1911
Published in the New York Sun, p. 1: The article announces that the cabinet of Díaz has resigned, with the exception of Limantour. The article also states that the resignations disappointed the U.S., who thought that a resolution would be possible.
ITEM 56 President Diaz’s Entire Cabinet Suddenly Resigns: Excited Throngs Hear News in Mexican Capital, March 25, 1911
Published in the New York Herald, p. 3: The article announces that the cabinet of Díaz has resigned, with the exception of Limantour. The article suggests that the cabinet consisted of primarily men over sixty who had been officials of the Díaz regime for many years.
ITEM 57 Mexican Cabinet Resigns in Body; Situation Grave, Firing Upon U. S. Troops Explained, March 25, 1911
Published in the Washington Herald, p. 1: The article announces that the cabinet of Díaz has resigned, with the exception of Limantour. The article also references the bullets that went over the Texas border, stating that insurrectos mistook the Americans for federal troops.
ITEM 58 Hundreds Are Killed in Two Days’ Battle, Outlook Indicates Peace for Mexico, March 27, 1911
Published in the Washington Herald, p. 1: The article announces that there were hundreds of casualties in the latest battle of the revolution near Tepic, and that most losses occurred on the federal side. The article also refers to Limantour’s promise to enact reforms to appease the insurrectos, stating that peace is possible if the insurrectos believe Limantour to be sincere.
ITEM 59 De La Barra Sure New Cabinet Can Pacify Populace, Gen. Reyes Hailed Savior of Mexico, March 27, 1911
Published in the Washington Herald, p. 1: The article states that the Mexican Ambassador to the U.S. Francisco León de la Barra has left the U.S. to become Minister of Foreign Affairs in the new Díaz cabinet, which he believes will be able to pacify the people. The article also states that General Bernardo Reyes is a popular option to succeed Díaz.
ITEM 60 Silver Lining to Mexico’s Cloud, March 27, 1911
Published in the Washington Herald, p. 4: The article suggests that although the resignation of Díaz’s cabinet is a clear victory for the insurrectos, the opportunity to create a new cabinet of more progressive officials could be positive for the Díaz regime.
ITEM 61 Party Factions Play Strong Hand in Forming New Diaz Cabinet, March 27, 1911
Published in the New York Herald, p. 7: The article announces the potential new cabinet members of the Díaz regime, and their significance.
ITEM 62 March 27, 1911
Published in the New York Sun, p. 4: The article announces that the rebels are disappointed with Díaz’s new cabinet, and will not end the insurrection until Díaz is captured.
ITEM 63 De La Barra Tells of Diaz’s Reforms, March 27, 1911
Published in the New York Times, p. 1: The article announces Díaz’s planned reforms, including a contribution of $40,000,000 for irrigation systems and the nationalization of public lands.
ITEM 64 Mexican Rebels to Lay Down Arms, March 27, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, (No page number located): The article announces that a compromise has been reached between the rebels and the Díaz government, including radical reforms.
ITEM 65 Diaz Promises Reforms, March 27, 1911
Published in the New York World, p. 10: The article suggests that the resignation of Díaz’s cabinet would not have occurred if not for the revolution. It also states that although there was significant economic progress during the Díaz regime, it has been at the expense of the poor.
ITEM 66 Mexican Rebels Draw a Line on De La Barra Too, March 27, 1911
Published in the New York World, p. 7: The article announces that the rebels have disapproved of new Foreign Minister de la Barra because of his close relationship to Díaz. The article also announces that the Díaz regime has not attempted to negotiate with Madero, and does not intend to.
ITEM 67 Diaz Cabinet Is Named; Senor Limantour Remains, March 28, 1911
Published in the New York Herald, p. 7: The article announces the new cabinet members of the Díaz regime, and their significance. The article also mentions that a peace agreement may be made a San Antonio.
ITEM 68 Diaz Announces His New Cabinet, March 28, 1911
Published in the New York Times, p. 5: The article announces that Díaz has selected a new cabinet. A letter from former Foreign Minister Enrique Creel is included, with a statement in support of Díaz’s decision to choose new cabinet members.
ITEM 69 New Cabinet in Mexico; Limantour Reappointed Minister of Finance, March 28, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, p. 9: The article announces the new cabinet members of the Díaz regime, and their significance. There is also a passage announcing a rumor that Díaz has resigned.
ITEM 70 Rumor That Diaz Has Quit: San Antonio Hears It But Confirmation Is Lacking, Rebels Quite Unappeased, March 28, 1911
Published in the New York Sun, p. 5: The article announces a circulating rumor that Díaz has quit, and states that there is little evidence to support the rumor. The article also states that the rebels are not appeased with the new cabinet.
ITEM 71 F.I. Madero Now On Way to Confer in San Antonio, March 28, 1911
Published in the New York World, p. 8: The article announces a circulating rumor that Díaz has resigned, and states that Madero intends to meet members of his family to discuss negotiations. A reference is also made to the reports of President Taft, which suggest that the situation in Mexico has escalated.
ITEM 72 Inclan Succeeds Senor De La Barra, March 28, 1911
Published in the Washington Herald, p. 1: The article announces the new cabinet members of the Díaz regime, including the new Ambassador to the U.S., Don Emanuel De Gama Cona E. Inclan.
ITEM 73 Peace Possible from Meeting in San Antonio, March 28, 1911
Published in the Washington Herald, p. 1: The article announces that peace negotiations may occur between Madero and de la Barra in San Antonio.
ITEM 74 New Envoy of Diaz: Mr. Zamacona e Inclan to Be Ambassador Here, March 28, 1911
Published in the Washington Post, p. 1: The article announces that the new Ambassador to the U.S. will be Mr. Zamacona e Inclan. Several other appointments to Díaz’s cabinet are listed. The article also states that peace negotiations may occur between Madero and de la Barra in San Antonio.
ITEM 75 Mexican Hostilities to Be Halted Pending Peace Conference at Chihuahua, March 29, 1911
Published in the New York Herald, p. 4: The article announces that peace conferences will take place in Chihuahua between representatives of the Díaz regime and representatives of Madero’s revolution.
ITEM 76 Why Taft Moved the Troops: Feared Anarchy and Anti-Americanism in Mexico, March 29, 1911
Published in the New York Sun, p. 1: The article announces that President Taft chose to mobilize the U.S. troops at the Mexican border out of fear of anarchy after receiving reports of escalating unrest.
ITEM 77 Diaz May Quit After a Peace: No Resignation Till Then, Declares Semi-Official Statement in Mexico City, March 29, 1911
Published in the New York Times, p. 1: The article announces that Díaz has expressed interest in retiring after peace has been negotiated, but not until then. The article also states that Madero has asserted that he expects peace in ninety days.
ITEM 78 Mexican Conditions, March 29, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, p. 6: The article suggests that the resignation of Díaz’s cabinet would not have occurred if not for the revolution. It asserts that the restlessness of the Mexican people brought about positive change.
ITEM 79 Diaz Cutting Deep with His Reforms, March 29, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, (No page number located) : The article announces that Díaz has proposed significant reforms that reach beyond his inner circle. It also states that the selection of a new cabinet has had a "tranquilizing" effect.
ITEM 80 Peace Matter of Days, Say the Maderos, March 29, 1911
Published in the New York Tribune, p. 1: The article announces that the Maderos have stated that peace will occur in a matter of days. The article asserts that the Maderos have proposed a peace plan to Limantour, and that Díaz is in favor of negotiations.
ITEM 81 Peace in Mexico Madero Family Freely Predict, March 29, 1911
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