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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1902
Page
2
Editorial argues the United States sides unofficially with British projects through Secretary John Hay amid limited interest in the Great Britain Japan treaty. It rails against Daniels appointment, claims Arizona papers opposed it, and warns against AP being betrayed by charlatans.
The piece argues a split within the Republican ranks over tariff policy. It urges reducing protection starting with Cuba and suggests a revolt could topple the party, noting the Northwest’s history and signaling possible renewed opposition. The tone emphasizes consumer harm from high duties on steel and iron and predicts swift action when mobilized.
A Tucson dispatch reports on February 16 that Ren. F. Daniels, twice confirmed as United States marshal for Arizona, arrived to an ovation from people of all parties. The piece rails against sensational press practices and warns of misrepresentation by some reporters and even the Associated Press.
The piece argues for purchasing the entire Isthmus of Panama and broader Central American control, citing Panama’s desire to join the United States and Colombia’s weakness. It proposes using strategic holdings for a canal, noting West Indian property investment and a wider land grab potential.
Tucson lodge No 385 B P O Elks meets first and third Mondays at 730 pm with visiting members welcome. Tucson lodge No 4 A F & A M holds second Friday meetings at 730 pm in Masonic hall with blue flag notice for special meetings. Reduced rail fares to Nae a and return for bull fight dates February 22 23 1902 to various stations with speedDiver exhibitions and combined viewings. contact C M Burkhalter for details.
A fragmented page fragment recounts stereotyped views of American Indians from a Detroit Free Press quotation, a Milwaukee railroad man recalling Minnehaha Falls, and Sidney Cooper exchanging quips with Royal Academy critics. It reads like a collage of clipped anecdotes and opinions with dated tone.
The writer urges Tucson city leaders to remove the wedge after over a year of plotting its destruction. It compares inaction to King Henry, stresses community demand, and warns that courts may follow if the council fails to act and the people’s will is blocked.
The Standard Oil Company declares another quarterly dividend of 10 060 000, totaling 202 000 000 since 1897, over twice the company’s capital stock. The Inter-State Commerce Commission seeks more powers amid claims profits rely on railroad discriminations that crush competition and force property sales on oil terms.
The Sydney Telegraph notes Chinese shop practices in which goods are sold by weight and measure and signs bear mottos rather than names. It cites bargaining norms, a child sized remark on signs, and travelers carrying scales. It also claims Australia as the hottest country on record with vivid rural imagery of dry times and hens fed cracked ice to prevent boiled eggs.
Notice is given that the annual stockholders meeting of The Eureka Crude Oil Company will be held in Room 512 Lankershim Building Los Angeles on Monday March 3 1902 at 10:00 a m for election of five directors and other business. Secretary Henry A Greene dated February 14 1902.
Witty exchange between a young husband and wife about smoking and curtains. He suggests removal of the drapes to avoid smoke harm, she praises his consideration and agrees. The banter highlights domestic humor and polite compromise in a lighthearted dialogue.
Readable fragments hint at an advertisement in Ci a Clagsi records. The item appears damaged and the exact action or dates are unavailable in the preserved text.
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