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ovember 19
The Almost Twice Weekly Newspaper for the Jaltemba Coast
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Wild Times On the Jaltemba Coast - Hinde and Jaimes on Fridays 1 The incidence of diabetes mellitus in Mexico will have risen 40% by the year 2012, killing over 100,000 Mexicans during that year, according to Jose Angel Cordova Villalobos, Health Secretary, Mexico……
Mexican actors seek to revive country's ailing biz MEXICO CITY (Hollywood Reporter) - Canana, which means bandoleer in English, seems a fitting name for a production company that has played a key role in the revolution of Mexican cinema. Run by Mexican actors Gael Garcia Bernal, Diego Luna and producer Pablo Cruz, the Mexico City-based shingle is breathing new life into the nation's ailing film industry….
Mexican economy expands at fastest pace of the year The 3.7% quarterly growth in gross domestic product may signify that the country is better shielded from a U.S. slowdown. Mexico's economy in the third quarter expanded at the fastest clip all year thanks to homegrown industries such as services and construction, a sign that the nation may be better prepared than in the past to weather a U.S. economic slowdown…
Mexico City inaugurates new airport terminal MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico City's crowded international airport opened a long-awaited terminal Thursday that is expected to boost passenger capacity by more than 40%. Officials say the $792 million Terminal 2 will let some 34 million travelers pass through Benito Juarez International Airport a year, up from current capacity of about 24 million….
Mexican rancher to clone prize bull MEXICO CITY - A Mexican cattle rancher aims to clone a fighting bull so brave its life was spared in the world's biggest bull ring…
For young bullfighters in Mexico, jeers amid the olés! Michelito Lagravere Peniche, 9, put his fingers to his head to create mock horns and charged at Jairo Miguel, 14, who gracefully dodged his friend on the first pass. But Michelito was an aggressive bull and he circled back, this time striking Jairo in the leg. Both boys erupted in laughter…
Canadians Can Now Purchase Mexico Real Estate through ScotiaBank and Finance North America Finance North America has announced its partnership with ScotiaBank of Canada. The partnership of Finance North America and ScotiaBank has created a variety of new options and opportunities for Canadians to acquire real estate financing in Mexico. This union will provide Canadians purchase, refinance and construction loans throughout Mexico. …
GoPhone roaming available in Mexico Traveling to Mexico? Now you can bring your AT&T GoPhone with you. The company announced this week that roaming will be available “as soon as subscribers enter Mexican territory.” It will be a seamless transition, and there will be no activation or special plans required. In addition, all features of your AT&T GoPhone will be available south of the border. This might prove convenient for Americans, as Mexico was the top international destination for U.S. travelers in 2006…
November 20th is Día de la Revolución or Revolution Day. This day commemorates the Mexican Revolution of 1910 to 1917 which brought sever social, economic and political changes to the country. It was started to try and oust then President /dictator Pofirio Diaz and ended with a new constitution.
The revolution began in a climate of country-wide unrest. The dictator Pofirio Diaz had ruled for over 30 years; workers were exploited and there was huge disparity between the rich and poor classes. In 1910 Francisco I. Madero, a lawyer from Coahuila, formed a political party and ran against Diaz. Madero was tossed in jail and Diaz once again declared himself the winner. Madero responded by writing the Plan de San Luis Potosi, a called to arms for the people of Mexico against the president on November 20th, 1910.
Madero was elected president but soon after Zapata and others revolted against his rule; Madero was eventually executed by General Victoriano Huerta leading his own troops. Huerta put a ban on press freedom and eliminated prominent revolutionaries and workers movements.
However ideological difference continued between the revolutionaries. Carranza was backed up by the United States and defended the interests of the upper classes; Villa attached Columbus New Mexico; Zapata in the South gave land to the campensenos.
Outcomes Dictator Diaz was ousted Carranza formed a new constitution bringing social and economic change Villa was pardoned but assassinated in 1923 on his ranch Zapata continued to rebel and was assassinated in 1919 No President can govern for more that 6 years Land was redistributed from the wealthy landowners to peasants. Ejido, or farm cooperatives were created.
Celebrations Many towns have parades enacting various battles of the revolution. In our area, the town of La Peñita hosts a remarkable parade up and down the Avenida. It is scheduled for 9 but rarely start precisely on time. Take a lawn chair, sunscreen, hat and camera.
RODEO - For Revolution Day 4pm- 8pm Adults 50$ Kids 30$ 3 teams: Ranch El Armadillo de Tepic Restaurant El Asadero de Puerto Vallarta Los Amigos de La Peñita Bullfights Banda Sol (live music and dancing) B uy tickets at the La Penita Bull/Charro Ring in town
Día de la Revolución (Revolution Day) Tuesday Parade 9am- 1pm Get your cameras ready. One of the most charming parades of the year. Take a lawn chair and hat. Sunscreen and water. The Parade is a must see and always a town attraction in La Peñita.
New Water Distribution Tank is being built on the La Penita Hill Xaltemba Restaurant Celebrates Thanksgiving Xaltemba Restaurant in La Peñita is hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner Special by Reservation only for Thursday November 22. Traditional American Style turkey,
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Maderos supporters included notables such as Francisco or Pancho Villa and Emilliano Zapata were victorious and Diaz fled to France where he remained in exile until his death.
In 1914 Villa, Zapata and Orozco joined with Govenor of Coahuila, Venustiano Carranza, and overthrew Huerta. 
