NEWS OF THE WEEK.
THE long-standing Mexican problem became critical during the week owing to the treatment of a party of American marines and General Huerta's reluctance to give the satisfac- tion demanded. On Tuesday some unarmed American marines were arrested at Tampico by a Federal officer. They were soon released, and General Huerta apologized, but refused to fire the salute required by the American Admiral. The mobilization of the American Fleet followed, and this, together, we believe, with the friendly advice of the foreign representatives at Mexico City, brought General Huerta to a more reasonable frame of mind. The latest news is that he will fire a salute if his salute is returned. President Wilson is reported to have said that the situation is now very encouraging.
