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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1916
Page
1
Reports from Washington and Mexico City detail a Treasury deficit projection and a proposed protocol to deport aliens involved in revolutionary activities. The joint commission weighs measures to curb foreign interference and potential emigration among Mexican rebels.
In Phoenix December a judge orders all ballots to be admitted for recount in the Huntsgon contest. The ruling sets Maricopa county as the start point with the recount to proceed immediately, bonds of costs posted, and further motions by Campbell and Curley debated as officials seek to resolve the election dispute.
In Phoenix on December 11 the Hunt Campbell recount in Maricopa County will begin with George O Hilzinger named by Tom Campbell as his inspector. Campbell arrives with a large legal team and local counsel across counties as Judge Stanford assigns the panel for the ballot inspection expected to last a month or more.
London report states Premier announces to the House of Commons that a new government is formed to vigorously prosecute the war. Bonar Law and other ministers will be reelected or sworn in, with formal adjournment planned. Labor split emerges as peace advocates shift opposition. Nationalists to decide stance.
Dec 11 report from Chihuahua City states Fran demanded and obtained several million pesos in silver from local holdings during occupation. A letter from Mrs Bareros, now in Chihuahua City, is cited and Samuel B. Dan’s attorney here confirms the elder American citizen and merchant lost all property held in the town to bandits.
Gen ereo Bias Calles, Sonora military ruler, plans to retire and seek the governorship. Mexican consul Lelevier says Calles will take a leave of absence from Obregon’s cabinet duties to campaign, while retaining his rank in the army during vacation. He is expected to announce his platform soon, with reforms on labor and land laws and unequal systems cited as aims.
Forbes departs as Captain Jete musters managers to assess a labor dispute at Ajo. Officials say profits are being shared and 22 6698 dollars are at stake for the workers. The plank rests with the company as strikers press for response and the crowd clings to uncertain hope.
Washington reports state department says evidence on the British ship Ma rina torpedoing shows a clear violation of Germany’s pledges to the United States. Full details will be sent in a new note to clear up differing interpretations of Germany’s pledge in the Sussex case.
Tom Campbell asked Governor Hunt to intervene after Sidney P. Osborn refused to issue his election certificate. Hunt plans to seek a court order enjoining Osborn from issuing the certificate, signaling political maneuvering in the Arizona dispute.
Washington on December 11 Secretary McAdoo rejected reports he would resign stating he has no intention of resigning from the cabinet.
A Brooklyn delegation urged the War Department to return Rev Dr Parkes Cadman from border service as chaplain of a Brooklyn regiment. War officials replied the chaplain owes a higher duty to the government than to his congregation.
An explosion and fire destroyed the Quaker Oats building in Petersboro Ontario. Eight workers killed, ten injured, all employees affected, and property damage estimated at 31.9 million dollars.
Lloyds shipping agency reports the Greek steamer Grigorios Anghetatos of 3635 tons was torpedoed. The incident occurred as tensions rose in the region. The vessel's fate and details remain to be confirmed by further reports.
Four persons were killed when a train struck a car carrying occupants late last night near Vergas Otter Tail County. The deceased are Alfred Koplin, Mrs. Alfred Koplin, Mrs. Phillip Koplin and Mrs. Detlinger.
Chicago chief of police Charles C. Healey, after 30 years on the force, lists his most serious injuries from duty including broken bones and dislocations. He says he will resign if the mayor asks, noting rumors of resignation but stating the mayor has not asked him.
The Citizen begins a noon edition each Monday aligning with the AP leased wire service. This covers Sunday world news for Tucson readers and extends a metropolitan afternoon newspaper effect to Bisbee Nogales and nearby points.
News briefs report Allied and Central Powers actions in Europe and Africa. German offensives near Lemberg and along the Somme stalled by Russian and Austrian forces. French and British naval and military moves cited, with reports of ships sunk and advances near Monastir and Salonika.
New Orleans traders reacted swiftly to the government’s 11 511 609 bale crop estimate. March contracts fell about seven points, nearly five dollars a bale in minutes. July dropped four dollars a bale, roughly ninety points, with other months showing similar weakness.
Washington today hosted the conference of oppressed or dependent nationalities called by Miss Jane Addams. Leaders from foreign-born populations spoke for their peoples hopes for independence and self determination during the meeting.
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