Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Saturday, June 3, 1911. Magonistas elect Mosby.

Curtiss Farnum biplane, Wenatchee, Washington, June 3, 1911

Jack Mosby, an IWW member, deserter from the United States Marine Corps, and son of the Confederal general, won an election for the position of Magonistas commander in Baja California, which the Magonistas had declared the region an independent People's Republic the day prior.   

The Magonistas were struggling with internal politics and a lack of supplies, which was preventing them from advancing on Federal forces in the rest of Baja California, which they wished to take in defiance of the surrender of the Diaz government to Madero. 

Delaware Water Gap, Pa., June 3, 1911.

Last edition:

Friday, June 2, 1911. Post revolution journeys.


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