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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1916
Page
1
Unclear fragmentary text mentions Russia and Ania City with references to a one bed in today’s am Erin of the cap. No coherent event or identifiable names.
Fragmentary report describes military actions near Moldavia and Galicia with forces advancing westward to the river mouth. It notes positions lost and German lines reportedly holding key forts as advancing troops press near strategic passes. Military observers discuss expected movements and supply concerns after recent captures.
A report notes pleas from Mexican women over the execution of an aged American by Villa. The Agriculture Department releases final country crop estimates for December showing increases in corn, wheat, potatoes, hay, tobacco, cotton, rice, and other staples versus last year and against long-term averages.
At Eureka California the US Coast Guard crew aided divers during a rescue on rough seas. The diver, aided by a cutter crew, secured a line and pulled the trapped men to safety after heavy surf battered the H-2 submarine and its crew.
Denver police are looking for a man described as a maniac who escaped from the Insane Ward hospital and threatened to kill his family. Authorities note this is his third escape, with previous absences from a hospital setting.
A wire from [AN URGES PEACE] transmitted to the Premier today stresses peaceful means to secure government consent and to set a precedent for peace. The message urges officials to use influence to end disputes without force, signaling a strong call for diplomatic resolution.
The 60 acre New Cornelia copper pit began shafting as the Gret steam shovel lifted its first four ton bucket. Production aims span thirty years to remove 42,900,000 tons of ore. The start marks the December 1913 opening with 626 workers, few labor imports, and a shift toward higher staffing in all divisions.
A morning blaze at Summit in Creston Iowa drove 75 guests from the building in their night clothing. No injuries were reported though the loss runs around 200000 dollars. A separate fire in Oskaloosa Iowa burned property valued at 256000 dollars and seriously burned one firefighter as it consumed all buildings in a city square.
Police in Phoenix seek a 21 to 22 year old American after a theft on a train yielded $606 in cash a money order for $100 and checks to a State Hospital. Four young men in gray fled the arriving train. deputies searched but found no arrest.
Premier Cort van der Linden told the lower house of Dutch Parliament that Holland faces a risk of entering the war. He noted a rising and adequate munitions supply and said it is unavoidable to keep sufficient military forces at the immediate disposal of the government amid a tense situation.
New York stocks fell amid fears peace talks will reduce munition profits. Bethlehem Steel dropped up to 12 points from prior quotes, with 32 percent downside, while United States Steel traded heavily near midday. Industrial Alcohol, Marine, Atlantic, Get and Weet Indies saw weakness. total volume was about 1.33 million shares as buyers retreated.
Wheat futures fell sharply as peace reports spread. May wheat opened around 1.62 and slid to about 1.56 then 1.53, closing down roughly 12 cents from yesterday with May near 1.54 to 1.56 and July around 1.22. Prices varied across markets, with some bids at 4 dollars per bushel and other spots near 1.58.
Evansville Ind Dec 15. The railroad commission hears arguments from officials and labor groups with government views presented on all sides of the railway transportation case.
London December 15 Premier Lloyd George's condition improved this morning. He has every expectation of being able to go before the House of Commons Tuesday. In the meantime he will remain indoors.
Washington December 15 President Wise may not decide on formal steps regarding central powers peace proposals until after British Prime Minister Lloyd George speaks in the House of Commons. The United States will maintain close contact with Entente capitals while White House and State Department refrain from formal comment. Secretary Lansing meets with Wilson as Germany signals possible notes before night. The embassy note on partial disarmament draws wide attention amid talks of a peace conference.
Governor Arthur Capper of Kansas says the American people bear the responsibility and duty to lead a federation of civilized nations for permanent world peace. He argues the United States must propose and organize such a federation to prevent a renewed war and protect domestic and international interests. The address comes at a governors conference in Washington.
The entente powers will allow safe conduct to Count Tarnowski von Tarnow, recently named Austro Hungarian envoy to the United States. The foreign office announced this decision today in response to representations by the American government. The American ambassador has been notified.
Los Angeles December 15. David Caplan stands trial for a second time for the murder of Charles Hagerty, one of 26 victims in the destruction of the Los Angeles Times building on October 1, 1929. The jury was given the case after the first trial ended in a disagreement.
An Athens dispatch to Reuters says allied ultimatums will be accepted in principle by King Constantine. The decision followed a cabinet council presided over by the king, indicating a formal move toward agreeing to the Entente terms.
Joseph T. Miles author of the song There’ll Be a Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight and known as actor Joe Hayden died in Santa Rosa California. He was nearly 70 years old and widely recognized for the Spanish war chant.
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