25 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1916
Page
1
A fragment recounts Pershing era troops near the Mexican border. Soldiers in camp celebrate with carols and gifts as the weary advance through hardship amid requests to honor the holiday. The piece hints at the 295th unit and overall war effort.
A Christmas blizzard blankets Tucsos for the first time in 32 years. Snow began at 6:50 AM and grew to a heavy fall, delaying trains and disrupting telegraph service. Hurting the poor and sick, with sidewalks flooded and signs torn as rail lines suffer lateness and outages.
In San Buena Ventura and Chihuahua scenes, soldiers celebrate a Christmas with carols, sports, and decorations. Camps near Columbus host unit entertainments, with troops marching, feasts, and pueblo-style festivities amid winter logistics and festive displays.
A Rand jury probes fake medical diplomas amid suspicions several physicians obtained credentials unethically. Authorities warn the incident could involve federal programs and prompt stricter controls.
City warrants were turned down by Meretanis National Bank, forcing bond funds to cover city overdraft. Funds will be held in bond accounts to pay expenses for the year, with remaining balances in park and sewer projects. The old treasurer departs amid unpaid bills and delinquent accounts totaling 16 6046, as the new administration takes charge.
A fragment notes an individual named Gad and Teeson in financial distress around Christmas season. No clear event or location is established.
Tucson firm more than doubles capital to about 1.0 million, expanding payroll since December and planning a large housing unit on North Siome Avenue. The modernization includes a massive retail expansion on Pennington street and a new bargain basement as an innovation for the southwest.
Four youths, dressed and under 17, robbed26 stores and individuals across Chicago Christmas Eve. A turkey taken from William Baker was sold to a passerby for 32 dollars, then reclaimed by the youths. Dr. Benjamin Augustus was accosted as well with a derisive exchange and a half dollar offered.
A cabinet plan to organize war committees and a public secretary to oversee efforts is reported from Lisbon via Paris. The article notes coordination among ministries and potential economic measures as part of wartime governance.
Three inmates attempted an escape at Solomonville state camp. One was killed, another wounded, and a third returned to his tent before discovery. Guards observed the men fleeing toward a distant area as officers closed in.
An incident at a remote camp left No. isis, Jeens Rodriguez dead and No. 4762, Miguel Ramirez wounded after gunfire. Doctors Stratton and McWhirt arrived from Safford to examine the scene. The coroner ruled Rodriguez died from a shot wound sustained while fleeing, confirming a self defense claim.
Retail reports from Tucson and mining towns describe a strong Christmas season with abundant cash spending, busy toy and department stores, and eager gift buyers. Merchants such as Kitt and Myers-Myrers & Bloom credit high turnout and prepared stock, while residents cash checks from mining companies and spend freely on goods.
The Citizen loses its Denver wire but the Associated Press quickly wires through San Francisco Los Angeles to Tucson, restoring 3060 miles of coverage. The AP’s effort shows its commitment to rapid world news for Tucson readers on Christmas day.
Mrs. Alice Bennett, age 106, marked her Christmas with family from Brooklyn and Philadelphia at her Brooklyn home. Born 105 years ago yesterday, she read the morning paper without glasses, walked five blocks to church, and joined a 25 pound turkey feast, described by descendants as the life of the party.
Tucson readers supported local orphans with donations and groceries for Josephs Orphanage and the Arizona Children's Home Association. A $160 red sock sale in Douglas and $72 from Clarkdale aided needy children, while a Christmas dinner and tree brought cheer.
The Pima delegation to the legislature aims to aid the University of Arizona and push for economical state fund apportionment. They plan to meet President von Klein-Smid after the new year to review the university budget, with the Bureau of Mines seeking 25000 for the mine experiment station and five times the current Bureau allowance. The group backs law reforms on recall, debt exemptions, city county consolidation, and prohibition enforcement, plus measures to curb short weights and measures. J P Mallory pledges to push weights and measures inspection, the Torrens title reform, and municipal economy, while Albert R. Buehman seeks constructive laws and county city remandation to boost Tucson economies.
J W Cohenous won Mohave County sheriff race by a slim majority over Democratic challenger Joseph Prisk after a late recount. Official results confirmed Cohenous as winner with a margin of about 15 votes out of roughly 1 760 cast. Prisk congratulated the sheriff-elect after the announcement.
Fire at Baker and Everest clothing store on Congress Street destroyed most stock. A spectator, watching from the front, was swept through a plate glass window by a high pressure hose stream but escaped unharmed. Officer Nichols alerted with six shots. Firefighters responded within two minutes. interior gutted. insurance estimated at about three quarters of the goods damaged.
Phoenix dispatch reports Governor Hunt was surprised with a miniature silver plow share mounted on a steel base sent by William Jennings Bryan. The piece bears Isaiah 2 4 proclaiming peace and inscriptions about diplomacy and friendship, displayed on the governor's desk.
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