File No. 812.00/6963.
The Acting Secretary of War to the Secretary of State.
Washington, April 1, 1913.
Following telegram March 30, from Commanding General, Southern Department, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, repeated for your information:
Following, this date, from Commanding Officer, Eagle Pass.
“General Aubert reports between Anelo and Reata 1,500 moving to Monclova. Carranza at Monclova with main force has destroyed bridges and all rolling stock below Monclova. All railroad equipment being sent Piedras Negras by Governor. Several trains including seven engines arrived border during night. Many families moving to Eagle Pass with personal effects.”