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January 1911 Edition


Mexican Revolutions




War has broken out in Mexico over rigged election results. Francisco Madero started the uprising against the 35-year ruler, Porfirio Díaz President Díaz had agreed to step down in 1904. However, he failed to do so. But after the election was declared fraudulent, Madero, with the help of Toribio Ortega, started a revolutionary movement. The movement found success quickly. Several working-class citizen groups sprung up in rebellion, forming militias and defeating the federal forces in several battles. How long this war will last is anyone’s guess.


New Company Founded


A new Automanufacturer named Sonville Motors has been founded. This new company enters a growing market for vehicles. When asked what separates Sonville Motors from other manufacturers New CEO Jack said, "Sonville Motors will fix what is broken with other manufacturers, keep what is good, and end up as one of the greatest companies in the world. Other companies can only dream at our magnificent products we will bring." The new company's first task will be design a vehicle or figure out some other way to bring in revenue in this exciting industry.

Policeman Resigns To Enter Business


Patrolman Charles Sexton has handed in his resignation to the Lower Merion Township commissioners to go into business. He offered a furlough for a year, but the commissioners refused. Sexton is going to open a shop for repairing fenders and painting automobiles.

Stock Prices


Global Fuel Rate: 1.44





Dr. John G. Black Dead.

Dr. John G. Black died at the home of his son Mr. Clarence J. Black at Blacksburg early Sunday morning following a long period of ill health. Dr. Black was the son of William C. Black, one of the most eminent statesmen that Gear City. He was 73 years of age and was born in Gear City. Dr. Black is survived by the following children: Messrs. Roland and C. J. Black of Dirt Town; Dr. B. G. Black of Dorkville; Mesdames Lila Nicholls. Greenwood and Lucille Gear City