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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1918
Page
2
Fragmented wartime narration discusses allied aims against Russia and Bolshevik influence, noting shifts in occupation, surface and strategic moves. It references Britain, Germany, and ongoing power dynamics shaping whether allies can sustain momentum and consensus amid internal and external pressures.
Swiss temporary representative Madame Schwimmer cites President Wilson's fourteen points as the basis for peace. The discussion frames the points as safeguard for future security and a beacon for nations ridiculed for supporting such institutional aims.
In Chicago on February 19 a Socialist party leader testifies in federal court defending antif war activism as part of an international movement to end war and militarism. He confirms Socialist literature was published though denies no direct wrongdoing.
The War Department transfers surplus stock disposition to Assistant Secretary Crowell. C W Hare will supervise. Gen Jamieson directs machine tools program valued at about 260 million. About 700 trucks, many in France, to be sold to France or Belgium for reconstruction.
Four ambassadors of the revolutionary regime met in Paris to discuss Russia’s position and the peace conference. Attendees included Dakhamete, Cakhovich, Swain, and Wehukoff, with no formal decisions yet on Russia’s interests. The talks aim to outline broad principles as major powers weigh next steps.
Officials of the Y M C A will thoroughly investigate complaints by wounded soldiers returning from France about its activities abroad. Dr John Mott said the issues are widespread and must be met. Soldiers accused the YMCA of charging excessive prices for cigarettes and supplies during the 1919 transition period.
An unclear OCR fragment notes a discontinuation and official action on January 2. The text references administration, a wil or bureau, and mentions varied items but lacks coherent details or named entities.
The Lord Mayor announces two mass meetings in Dusclin this Sunday to discuss a planned visit by President Wis to Ireland. Official statements deny the Irish party sent delegates, while reports say Wilcorn may visit Ireland. Sinn Fein reportedly opposes the event.
A fragmentary report notes Antsh Peewier will, with President Madr, travel from Paris to discuss matters. It mentions Bert Al as a secretary, and foreign officials expected to accompany them at Pemores.
The American commission chaired by a merchant representative held an initial session today. All other members were excluded, and the meeting announced no publication details.
December 19 reports King Victor Emmanuel of Italy arriving in Paris to be greeted by President Poincare and Premier Clemenceau. The ceremony at the Palace included Premier Orlando and Foreign Minister Sonnino, with many dignitaries and guests from the Italian cabinet and allied officials in attendance.
Aerial mail link between New York and Chicago started yesterday when Pilot Lech D. Smith flew a biplane with 400 pounds of mail from Bellefonte to Cleveland. The flight faced a forced landing and transfer plans as crews awaited the return trip to complete the cross country service.
A Senate committee review details alleged German financing of the Paris Journal and efforts to forge a news alliance with William Randolph Hearst papers. Alfred Becker outlines loans through U S and European banks, noting no conclusive link to Hearst beyond suspicions and disputed testimonies.
The Bureau of Mines releases its annual report detailing wartime achievements, life saving measures, and industrial developments. It covers military support, mineral operations, and station activities advancing national defense and safety.
The War Department announced soldiers returning from France aboard the transport George Washington include Batteries A B D FE of the South Field Artillery and Headquarters Company 127th Field Artillery plus units of the 116th and other detachments totaling about 4 160 officers and men. Casuals also sail home on ships Latinia Moccasin Heredia Cartago Sixsola and Ballatrix with sailings dated Dec 14 to Dec 17.
The first detachments of gestro troops returning from the war zone began arriving in New York as the Stemship Celtic reached her pier. The liner, after leaving Liverpool on August 8, completed quarantine at dusk, and authorities allowed entry at daybreak. The Celtic carried 155 officers and 1,252 enlisted men.
In Boston on December 19, mill representatives attended a three day auction of 15 090 000 pounds of wool commandeered by the government last May and released. Lots included Australian Cape and South American wool with domestic wool to follow in the remaining two days. Final bids and prices were not announced. A later sale plans to move 2 500 000 pounds back to general use.
TWO MEN ELECTROCUTED CRIPPLE CREEK Colo Dec 19 Gordon Edwards of Victor and W McMahon of Goldfield were electrocuted and John Nancarrow of Victor was perhaps fatally burned today while working on wires of the Arkansas Valley Railway Light and Power company at Christmas crossing. The power line which carries 0,000 volts was supposed to be dead. It was believed that in some way it came in contact with trolley lines.
Austro German soldiers rounded up in European and Asiatic Turkey by the allies will be transported to lanes for internment until peace is declared. Admiral J. F. C. Amet, the commissioner at Constantinople, has requisitioned all German vessels in Turkish ports to transport the prisoners to France.
The B A Te Cy at the University of Colorado was demobilized today and the university resumed its peace status. Two barracks of the training corps will be maintained temporarily until students who wish to remain can find other accommodations.
The United States employment service in New York reports the Pennsylvania Railroad company has requested 8,500 workers, over half of them skilled, marking the largest net labor call since the agreement was signed.
Dec. 19 with a bullet wound to the head, Dr Louis Alvarez Calderon of Peru is found dead in his San Francisco apartment. A pistol and bullet were found nearby. Police investigate possible suicide or foul play.
Reports from El Paso say Dr Ee V. Gomez, a San Antonio physician, denies seeking the presidency of Mexico. He declares the claims unfounded and states he has no desire for public office.
Paris dispatch reports Fra cia Calderon longtime secretary of the Peruvian legation has been named minister for his government to Belgium. The move comes amid Latin American diplomatic realignments and follows the recent request for comment at a Paris event.
A harbor strike in New York was postponed after a strike committee received word that the War Labor Board would hold a hearing in New York on Saturday. The motion to delay came as officials awaited a formal decision.
The American Hotel Association meets to discuss a nationwide campaign opposing a prohibition amendment and the emergency agriculture bill. The group argues the proposed traffic ban after June 30, 1919 would harm hotels and related industries.
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