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[Placing Banderillas]
This postcard depicts a bullfighting scene in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. A bull charges towards one of the matadors who is trying to place two colorful sticks, or "banderillas" into the bull. Two other matadors stand on either side of the bull, holding capes. Spectators are visible in the stands. [Text on back of postcard.]
[Placing Banderillas 2]
This postcard depicts a bullfighting scene in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. A bull charges towards one of the matadors who is trying to place two colorful sticks, or "banderillas" into the bull. Two other matadors stand on either side of the bull, holding capes. Spectators are visible in the stands. [Text on back of postcard.]
[Portrait of Félix Díaz Prieto]
Postcard with an oval portrait image of Félix Díaz [17 February 1868 – 9 July 1945], wearing a three-piece suit and visible from the chest up, viewed from his left side. The caption below the image reads: Felix Diaz. Associated with President [Victoriano] Huerta at Mexico City. Handwritten text on the back of the postcard: "Dear G.M. Glad to hear that you and Father are enjoying yourselves. Will write at once. All ok.", Walter. The postcard is addressed to Miss G.M. Horne, Portland Maine, Box 365. Dated May 25, 1913.
[A Postcard Home from the Racetrack]
Postcard with an image of the end of a 16-horse race, titled at the bottom as: "A finish at Juarez, Mex." with the top three winners listed in the lower-left corner: "1st. Cordie, F. 2nd. Hardy 3rd. Singletoe." A note on the back was written from the photographer, Walter H. Horne, to his father in Hallowell, Maine and is postmarked February 27, 1915 at 8:30 a.m in El Paso, Texas.
[Postcard of Camp Cotton]
Postcard of Camp Cotton located in El Paso, Texas. In the center of the image are rows of 20th Infantry tents attached to the ground. Soldiers are shown positioned between the rows of tents and in a group to the left of the tents. The postcard is addressed to Miss Judith Locke of San Antonio, Texas.
[Preparedness Parade #1]
Postcard depicting a parade celebrating the war effort. The Preparedness Parade was a part of a movement by Theodore Roosevelt to strengthen the military after the beginning of World War I. During this time the United States also supported the revolutionary forces in the Mexican Revolution.
[Preparedness Parade #2]
Postcard depicting a parade celebrating the war effort. The Preparedness Parade was a part of a movement by Theodore Roosevelt to strengthen the military after the beginning of World War I. During this time the United States also supported the revolutionary forces in the Mexican Revolution.
[Preparedness Parade #3]
Postcard depicting a parade celebrating the war effort. The Preparedness Parade was a part of a movement by Theodore Roosevelt to strengthen the military after the beginning of World War I. During this time the United States also supported the revolutionary forces in the Mexican Revolution.
[Preparedness Parade - June 1916]
The 'Preparedness Parade' symbolized a patriotic movement within the El Paso community that showed local support for World Peace by supporting the United States' entry into World War I. Ergo, the El Paso community was ready to assist with the war effort. The preparedness movement was a national patriotic movement and was not exclusive to El Paso. According to the El Paso Herald June 14, 1916, page 2; "8000 March for Preparedness; Thousands Wave Flags and Cheer - All El Paso Pay Tribute to 'Old Glory on Flag Day; Military Bands Make Stirring Music for the Civilian Marchers; Mayor Lea Leads Parade With His Two Small Sons; Many Firms in Line." Leading the parade was Sergeant Claude Tillman and his squad of men representing the El Paso Police Department; next, Grand Marshal John M. Wyatt and his aides, Lieutenant Eastman and Hecox, both USA; and then Mayor Tom Lea with his sons. Other groups present were: 400 employees from the Popular Dry Goods Company; Civil War Veterans; First Division; Women's Club; the Rotary Club; Doctors; Bankers; and many more.
[Prison Juarez, Mexico]
Angled view of the Carcel Publica in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico located on 16 de Septiembre and Mariscal. Armed men are lined up in front of the prison entrance seemingly for a photo while other onlookers are at rest by the base of the building's turrets. Behind the onlookers, the inscription for the Juzgado de Letras, high court, can be partially seen.
El problema agrario en México : la acción del gobierno y la iniciativa individual
Esquivel Obregón wrote this pamphlet as a means of critiquing the Diaz regime’s collusion with major landholders. Esquivel Obregón was considered a progressive and modern in his approach to government. He discusses how landholders were always able to co-opt the gains of different revolutions by swinging laws back into their favor after a return to normalcy.
El problema de la tierra
This is a thesis submitted as the professional examination for a law degree at the Universidad Autónoma de México (UNAM). López examines the effects of the Mexican progressive land movement in general, agrarian issues, and problems resulting from the revolution's land concerns, and ends with offered solutions to the “problem of the earth.” He completed the exam on May 4th, 1912.
[Punitive Expedition Camp in Mexico]
Postcard image of a Punitive Expedition Camp somewhere in Mexico. We are not provided with the exact location of this temporary military camp. In the foreground, right side: a group of men work with lumber. Tents are visible in between the large oak trees in the middle of the image. And, an unknown mountain peak, with high cliff walls, in the distant background. This postcard was addressed to Mrs. Henry Horne, Hallowell, Maine, Box 185. The message reads: 'Camped along side of a stream in Mexico Walter'. The postcard is post marked El Paso, Texas, Nov. 6, 1916.
[Punitive Expedition in Mexico]
The postcard caption reads: 'A Temporary Camp in Mexico'. We have no information for the location of this 'temporary camp' in Mexico. Also not known is the name of this National Guard Unit or Regular Army Unit, whichever it may be. These Soldiers however are part of the Punitive Expedition to Mexico. Visible in this photographic event are uniformed soldiers; several adobe buildings; tents; army rifles; and general army equipment scattered about. Most of the men appear to be relaxing. One soldier who is resting on his side, middle right image, appears to be writing on something flat and rectangular that also has a handle.
[Punitive Expedition - U.S. Infantry]
One leg of the Punitive Expedition route went from Columbus, New Mexico; to Ascension; to Colonia Dublán ; to Namiquipa; to Agua Caliente; and ended in Parral, Chihuahua. And another leg of the Punitive Expedition, a more westerly route, went from Culberson's Ranch, New Mexico; to Casas Grandes; to Madera; to Miñaca; and also ended in Parral, Chihuahua. These two parts or legs of the Punitive Expedition ran geographically along part of the Sierra Madre Mountain Occidental range which is one part of the Sierra Madre Mountain System - all of this in the western part of Chihuahua, Mexico.
[Quarantined for Measles]
Photograph of individuals quarantined for measles. Postcard addressed to J. R. Teague in Framingham, Massachusetts address 114 Hollis Street. The post marked stamp on the back side reads: "San Antonio, Texas, June 1918, 8:30 pm."
[Racehorses on display in the cold desert.]
Postcard with racehorses on display in the cold weather of Juarez, Mexico. Racehorses in the background are covered with blankets while their handlers stand at attention for the camera. Stables lie in the background offering shelter from the unseasonably cold weather. The American Thoroughbred racehorse at the forefront is "Meridian", one of the fastest horses in America and a winner of the 1911 Kentucky Derby at three years old. Walter H. Horne reports favorable conditions other than the weather and inquires about his family's well being. The postcard is postdated December 15, 1912 at noon. The card is addressed to Henry Horne, Esq. in Hallowell, Maine. London Hill
[Rattlesnake Pet]
The postcard caption reads: 'A Camp Pet' The 'Camp' being referenced in this postcard is Camp Stewart in El Paso, Texas. And the 'pet' in this photo is most likely a baby Western Diamondback Rattlesnake. Note that there are two small snakes in this photograph event. Camp Stewart existed in El Paso, Texas, ca. 1916/1917. Camp Stewart was a temporary U.S. Army Camp that was specifically established by General John Joseph Pershing (September 13, 1860 – July 15, 1948), near present day Fort Bliss, Texas; set up to defend the Texas/U.S. border against possible U.S. attacks/raids against the Mexican Revolutionary Pancho Villa and his armies. Camp Stewart served as the base camp for the U.S. Army Troops that were also part of General Pershing's Punitive Expedition.
[Rebel Troop Train]
Postcard image of many Mexican Insurrecto Rebels posing on a train. The postcard caption reads: Rebel Troop Train. Photographed here are several dozen Mexican rebels or Insurrectos posing for a picture. There is no accompanying information on this postcard that helps to identify the exact location of this event or to whom these rebels were fighting under - their rebel commander. Upon closer inspection of the image, several of the rebels are noted sporting smiles. There are at least four men on the desert ground and two rebels are climbing onto the last livestock car. Visible in this image is the locomotive engine - at the front; four livestock cars - two livestock cars have Rock Island stamps; and one open container car - left side image. Rock Island was begun by the Chicago and Rock Island Railroad in 1852 And on the open container car, and clearly visible, are the letters E. P. & S. W. which stands for El Paso & Southwestern Railroad. E. P. & S. W. was established in 1888.
[Rebels in the Field]
Postcard image of a large group of unidentified Mexican rebels or insurrectos walking along the open desert, towards the small town partly visible in top right corner of image. Most of the men are carrying rifles and the group is being led by several men on horseback. Handwritten text on back: "4/2/16 El Paso, Texas. Dear Grace, just arrived from Casas Grande, Mexico and on my return".
[Refugees Attending Mass]
Postcard image of Mexican Refugees attending outdoor mass at the refugee camp in Fort Bliss, Texas, ca. 1914. Most of the men and women in this photographic event are kneeling. Visible in the background are the tents that housed the refugees. According to research, the 'Mexican War Refugee Camp' (31° 49.335′ N, 106° 25.728′ W), was located inside of Fort Bliss, Texas near the present day location of the Fort Bliss Museum - 1735 Marshall Rd, Fort Bliss, TX 79906. More details about the history of Mexican War Refugee Camp can be found on the Historical Marker Database at: https://www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=94263 This postcard is addressed to: Miss G. M. Horne, Box 365, Portland, Maine. The message reads: 'Squaring up for their cussedness.' W [signed Walter Horne]. From vocabulary.com Cussedness - deliberate and stubborn unruliness and resistance to guidance or discipline.
The Revolution in Mexico
Printed copy of a speech given by William H. Burges, who was a prominent El Paso lawyer and businessman, in the presence of both Francisco Madero and General Juan Navarro. The speaker urges the audience to support the establishment of Madero’s government in Mexico.
[Rhode Island Artillery]
Photograph of Rhode Island artillery at El Paso, Texas. The author of the postcard identified this group of men and equipment as being part of the Rhode Island Artillery group. The Franklin Mountains are in the background; this is part of Fort Bliss is on the Lanoria Mesa.
[Riddled with Bullets, Juarez, Mexico]
Postcard of a destroyed building in Juarez, Mexico during the Mexican Revolution, viewed from the street. There are bullet holes on all sides of the exterior, all of the windows have been destroyed, the roof no longer exists, and there is heavy smoke damage around the windows and top. There is a picket fence lining the yard, along a sidewalk and other damaged buildings are visible in the background (right). Handwritten text on the back is dated January 18, 1913 and signed by E. W. Grinnell.
[Ruins of Commercial Hotel]
This postcard shows the ruins of a structure. The message on the image states: "Ruins of commercial hotel, Columbus, N.M. in which 6 Americans were killed and their bodies cremated." The image focuses on a large pile of rubble with three structural poles in the forefront. There are also the remains of a chimney and the foundation from the original structure. Behind the ruins, are other wooden structures and adobe-style buildings.
[Ruins of Post Office, Ciudad Juarez, Mexico]
Postcard image of the front facade of the heavily-damaged post office in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. Groups of unidentified people appear to be walking around and observing the damaged building. The women are wearing dresses and some are wearing large hats and one woman at the left side of the image is carrying a parasol; the men are wearing suits and dark-colored hats or sombreros. The back of the postcard reads: January 18-1913 El Paso is across the river Rio Grande River. Their river is about as big as the Chatham Thames [river]. El Paso, Texas Jan 18/1913. I have more of the ruins at Juarez, Mexico. Street cars run to Mexico. We went to the races [horses races] at Juarez yesterday and are going to a Mexican bull fight to-day. It is not safe to go to Juarez at night, a train was held up by the opposition miles from Juarez Thursday Jan 16th 1913. E.W. Grinnell.
[San Francisco Street and the City of El Paso, Texas]
Postcard image of the 600 block of San Francisco Street on the western edge of Downtown El Paso, Texas - the view is to the east This is an amazing image of San Francisco Street and the Union Passenger Depot area in El Paso, Texas. Union Passenger Depot is to the left - West end of San Francisco Street. The trolley car, middle-center reads, "Depot" which indicates that the trolley car is servicing the Depot area. The first building to the right is the Hotel Green Tree - 604-608 San Francisco Street opposite of Union Passenger Depot. On the first floor of the Hotel Green Tree is the Hotel Green Tree Bar. Right of the Hotel Green Tree is the Krahmer Hotel. Left of the trolley car are horse drawn carriages which are waiting for disembarking Union Depot train passengers. Down the road and to the right side is the Hotel Carlyle - 416 San Francisco Street; advertisements for The H. Lesinsky Company wholesale grocers and International Electric Supply Co. are also visible; the Herald News Co. left side, and also Krakauer, Zork, & Moye's - 115-17 San Francisco Street are also visible in this image. Krakauer, Zork & Moye's became a leading wholesale hardware dealer in the Southwest. The 1915 El Paso City Directory was used to positively identify some of the buildings in this postcard.
[Sand Storm in Camp]
Photograph of a sand storm in a camp in El Paso, Texas. Men in uniform hold onto their one-man tents. Text on the back of the postcard reads: "A common happening here at Camp Pershing."
[Scene After 3 Executions]
Postcard depicts an execution scene in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico where three men lie on the ground near a building, and a Mexican soldier stands facing the camera. The three men have been shot and a rope lies on ground near them. In the background, a group of men stand near a building.
[Scene Along the Trail of Pancho Villa]
The image shows a dead man lying next to a dead horse. The man faces up and is fully clothed with his pants covered in a dark stain. The man's face has been burned. A hat lies next to him. The horse next to him has been cut open and internal organs are visible.
[Scene of Disorder in Barracks after the Battle of Juarez, Mexico]
Postcard of a group of men and women observing the disarray of personal belongings within a courtyard after the Battle of Juarez. A variety of items, including clothing, blankets, hats, and crates are gathered into one large pile. Horses are in the background, behind the group.
[Scene on a Mexican Battlefield]
This postcard shows a dead man lying in a field in Mexico. Personal items such as the man's shoes and hat are situated near the body. The body is badly decomposed. On the back of the postcard, an image shows the front porch of a building, with one person sitting inside one of the doorways. Part of the postcard material has been damaged around the back image.
[Section of the Army Camp]
The picture shows a section of the Army camp in Columbus, New Mexico. One soldier in uniform stands in the middle of a road. Numerous cloth tents fill the picture, and are surrounded by various wood buildings and adobe buildings. Two motorcycles are placed in the foreground of the image.
[Shooting Game]
The picture shows an indoor shooting game. The game is set up in a brick room that has a wood ceiling and wood covers over windows. Various shapes such as spades, hearts, and diamonds are on the bottom row; ducks and rabbits take up the middle rows, and stars and flags are also seen on the outside rows. One circular target is situated on the wall in the middle of all of the rows. Text on the back of the image says: "Dear Ed. This is a photo of our backstop on 209 Broadway - 16 ft. wide 10 ft. high - duck pond is in front 16ft. x 6 ft. Crosses indicate moving rows of targets - operated by 1 HP motor- fully equipped with 9 uno TC. Cost $1437.12. Walter"
[Shooting Game2]
This postcard shows an indoor shooting gallery in El Paso, Texas. The game has various rows of targets set up for shooters to aim at, and includes a duck pond with water on the bottom and gas lit lights at the top left and right corners. A variety of shapes and animals are portrayed in the game such as moose, duck, chicken, and rabbit. The gallery is flanked on both sides by wood walls. There is also a ladder near the left and bottom of the game. Text on the back of the postcard says: "Oler Gallery at 230 S. El Paso St. 12 ft. wide 8 ft. high TC. Duck pond"
[Siege Artillery on the Mexican Border]
Photograph of a caterpillar tractor pulling heavy siege artillery on the Mexican border. According to the caption, this group of U.S. Marines is trying move a piece of siege artillery that has become stuck in the mud.
[Snow in San Jacinto]
Postcard depicts San Jacinto Plaza in downtown El Paso, Texas covered in snow. The picture faces the northwestern corner of San Jacinto plaza and features two men in coats walking towards the alligator exhibit. On the left side of the image is a wire bench. A portion of Pioneer Plaza is show in the image, as well as a hotel and other buildings in the background. [Text on back of postcard.]
[A social pastime.]
This postcard reflects the influence that spread from the United States into Mexico as we look at a scene of the Jockey Club de Juarez funded by american investors. The racing season took place during the winter months which is reflected in the coat filled crowd. The site would later become a camp for Pancho Villa's army during his occupation of Ciudad Juarez.
[Soldiers Awaiting Train]
Postcard depicts troops awaiting a train in Columbus, New Mexico. Coffins are visible in the picture and some are covered with an American flag. Luggage is seen on the other side of the train tracks. Two men wait separately closer to the train. Some structures are visible in the background.
[Soldiers Hiking]
Photograph of soldiers hiking. A horse drawn wagon and a car have moved to the side of the road to give way to the soldiers. At a distance, there is a railroad car next to the small wooden building.
[Soldiers on Horses]
Postcard depicting a group of soldiers riding horses in the desert. Two soldiers are riding separate from the group. [Text on back of postcard.]
[Soldiers on S. Davis St.]
Postcard shows a group of men in uniform standing along the side of S. Davis St in El Paso, Texas. There is no accompanying information to identify the soldiers in the image. The group is positioned in front of a three-story building that has a large American flag attached to one of the balconies. A man in business attire holds and American flag and stands near the street corner. A few children are also showed in the picture, with the young boy holding a bag.
[Soldiers on the Lookout for Snipers]
Picture shows three men sitting in a campsite. Two of the soldiers hold rifles. There are numerous one-man tents visible, with other men standing in the background near a wooden structure. The camp is surrounded by tall grass and large trees. [Text on back of postcard.]
[Soldiers Ready for Action]
Postcard of soldiers ready for action in the desert. A group of eight men in uniform are gathered around a cannon. Three of the men crouch in front of the cannon, which is pointed toward the camera. Cloth tents are visible in the background. Mountains are also visible in the background. To the left, a soldier stands by himself behind the group. Behind the men, the ground has been disturbed and contains debris. Two dark X's are marked at the top of the mountains.
[Southwest Desert Landscape]
Typical southwestern Landscape. Desert foliage, mountains, and the sandy character of the southwest desert floor. Visible in this desert scene are many wild yucca plants and the dry desert mountains in the background. The prominent plant here is the Yucca plant or Yucca carnerosana also known as the Giant Spanish Dagger. Duplicate postcard of WH-PC-199-017.
[Southwest Desert Scenery]
The postcard caption reads: Typical southwestern scenery, showing [sic] sandy character of the country. Desert foliage and mountains. Visible in this desert scene are many wild yucca plants and the desert mountains in the background. The prominent plant here is the Yucca plant or Yucca carnerosana also known as the Giant Spanish Dagger. This postcard was addressed and mailed to; Miss G.M. Horne, Portland, Maine. The date is September, 13, 1918. The author of the postcard is Walter Horne. The postcard message reads: Went to church yesterday to register; the first time since you and I went in Pueblo. Hope you are well. I am ok this summer, but awfully busy and lots of trouble. I leave tomorrow for good probably. He has been in Deming and hasn't been over to El Paso for eight months. Will have the 5 galleries & photo business to run alone. Walter. Duplicate postcard of WH-PC-199-020.
[Southwest Desert Vista]
Postcard image of a southwest desert vista in the Chihuahuan Desert, taken near an outcropping of large rocks surrounded by small, brushy bushes. A flat desert area is visible behind the rocks, with mountains in the background.
[Southwest Sceneray]
Southwest desert vista. There is no information provided for the location from where this image was captured. A solid rock mountain face encompasses most of the foreground in this photographic desert scene. In the center of this image, there is a small lake or some ponding water. A lone tree is clearly visible in the middle of this small body of water. And in the background, an unidentified mountain. Right center of the image there are two men facing the camera. One man is standing and the other man is sitting on a large rock. The man who is standing is wearing a light colored shirt and the man who is sitting is wearing a dark colored shirt. Both men are wearing hats. This postcard was mailed to Miss G.M. Horne in Portland, Main. The postcard message reads: Had quite an excitement here for a few days but it quieted down as soon as the U.S. Troops took a hand. Very hot here. Hope you are ok. The fight livened my business up in good shape. The postcard is post marked June 24, 1918, El Paso.
[Southwestern Desert Scenery]
Postcard image of a natural southwestern desert vista with several large Spanish Dagger Yucca trees in the foreground. No information was provided about the location of this event. On the back of the post it reads, El Paso, Texas, 1919.
[Southwestern Scenery]
Postcard image of saguaro cacti, chollas, and other vegetation in the Sonoran Desert with mountains in the background. A caption at the bottom of the image says "Southwestern Scenery."
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