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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1919
Page
4
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Historical notes describe Tucson as possibly the oldest U S city or as a seventeenth century mission settlement linked to San Xavier del Bac The city is said to have been protected by a five foot high square wall with bastions and two gates one at Alameda and Main The enclosure defined by streets Washington Pennington and the present court house square yielded a camping ground where Sam Hughes first arrived in Tucson
The piece argues cities should honor fallen soldiers with a charitable memorial rather than a mere statue. It urges Tucson to fund a hospital or orphanage that serves the afflicted, so the monument embodies relief for the needy, not beauty alone.
The article asserts Colonel Roosevelt labels Mexico as America’s Balkan issue. It argues the U.S. must restore law and order from the Rio Grande to the Panama Canal, taking responsibility and ending meddling, to repair global standing and deter German aggression.
A general order granting silver service chevrons to war department staff prompts anger over perceived privilege for noncombat personnel. Critics say it cheapens real valor and unfairly honors those who stayed in drafts while combat troops bore the front line risks.
The message calls for stricter immigration laws to admit only those intent on becoming citizens. It denounces Bolsheviks and Trotsky followers, urging them to stay out or leave if already here, while praising the desirable immigrant class and America as a haven for the oppressed.
The piece argues wartime work cuts reduce unemployment and help absorb returning soldiers. It cites immigration data showing a 500 000 gain in four years versus 3 100 000 in the prior period, suggesting up to 1 500 000 fewer workers today. It also notes local political shifts and figures including John Wy Estill N Bernard and Charles W Harris amid Arizona concerns.
Senator Thomas of Colorado defended President Wilson's peace plan in the senate. He said the president could act with supreme power in treaties, urged removal of economic barriers, and supported a continued league of nations while noting challenges of seas freedom and postwar obligations.
Anaconda Copper Mining will issue 25 million in ten year bonds dated Jan 1 1919 to develop South American properties. The company reports earnings of 165,000,980 net from 1913 to 1918 with 82,373,480 left after dividends. John D. Ryan states fixed assets rose by 59,109,457.
Robert Capelle and Joseph L. Bley were found guilty in a plot directed by the German government to provision German warships from San Francisco. Capelle, a former agent of the North German Lloyd line, got 21 months. Bley, a customs broker, 18 months. Sentences run concurrently with Hindu conspiracy terms.
The American Radiator Company announced a 25 percent price cut on radiators boilers and other factory staples in Chicago. Vice President Busch said the move aims to help builders resume full production after wartime price increases. He noted war raised prices about 45 percent.
The United States army transport Matsonia docked with 3 207 men mostly from the far West. Most troops to Camp Merritt New Jersey. 140 wounded mostly bedridden. Units include 143rd field artillery 45th depot division. 144th field artillery 40th depot division. Notable personnel Lieutenant Leon Harlow and Lieutenant T J Worthington. recipients of distinguished service cross for shell-fire messages.
Lieut. Col. W. W. Merrill of Cincinnati assumes command of the 52nd regiment coast artillery corps the 402nd casual company and the 76th division cadre as they debark at Newport News aboard the transport Antigone. The 7th division cadre remains from the division reduced by occupation deployments to Germany.
Lord Goall declares educational work among British troops the war’s most astonishing effort. He says the army had about 2.9 million students, forming the world’s largest school before the armistice. Postwar aims include resettlement with 72,000 books sent to France and 2,000,000 pencils ordered fortnightly. Over 60 subjects are taught, mainly technical.
Denver crowds in the stock yards district protested the seven cent fare charged by the Denver Tramway company. Service on the line was suspended for an hour and a group diverted a car to ride to work. City safety head Dewey C. Bailey warned of car returns to barns if protests escalated.
On January 3 crowds of men and boys forced a six and a half hour suspension of street car service over a seven cent fare. Service resumed early but officials warned continuation depended on police protection if demonstrations resumed.
Paris dispatch reports President Poincare may undertake a trip to the United States in August. The information was transmitted by correspondents and notes the possible itinerary and scheduling considerations.
Twenty years ago Doday Sn Oucson Tonight the new manager of the new hotel San Augustine will inaugurate a series of Mexican dinners. J. M. Pemberton, teacher of the Evans camp public school, visits the city during holiday vacation. He notes promising mining properties nearby and counts the area as a top grazing district in Southern Arizona. Thomas Deering, a mine operator from Rosemont, came over today. Bert Orndorft returns from a honeymoon trip to the capital. George Mo Williams of Tucson has been named warden at the Yuma penitentiary.
New York January 3 reports show no firm copper quotations after lifting government controls. Rumors of electrolytic at 20.00 were unconfirmed while a major producer cited spot nominal at 24.00. Other street quotes ranged 21.00 to 22.00 as buyers and sellers await clearer market direction.
Seattle January 3 Thirty per cent of the native adult population of the Kaslevah district south of the Yukon mouth along the Kuskokwim coast has died from Spanish influenza. Cable appeals sent to W. T. Lopp, Alaska education chief, request assistance and teachers from government schools to serve as nurses.
George Wyler, held by Norfolk police for Chicago authorities on suspicion he is Jean Crones, wanted in the 1916 Chicago banquet poisoning attempt. Wyler denies being Crones and says he was in New Orleans the night of the incident.
Col. M. Johnson steps down after 35 years as editor in chief of the Houston Post. Roy G. Watson succeeds him as editor and has served as president and general manager. Johnston remains chairman of the board of directors.
Unofficial reports from Lima state that demonstrations against Peruvians persist in Chile. Steamships bring many Peruvian refugees to Mollendo and Callao as the exodus continues.
Rear Admiral A V Zane U S N retired died at his Washington residence. He had been recalled to active duty and served in the reserve corps during the war.
Chinese military and civil advisors attached to the peace delegation left San Francisco today after a stay since Tuesday and proceed to New York to sail for France.
Copenhagen Jan 3. Admiral Reinhardt von Scheer head of the German admiralty staff has resigned. The action is reported as voluntary and came on advice from Berlin.
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