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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1917
Page
1
Twelve soldiers of the Alabama National Guard have died since arriving two months ago, authorities say. A letter from J. G. Crane of Nogales asserts an average of five pneumonia deaths daily among the Alabamans, prompting the official statement.
Washington January 12 Democrats faced a fast moving dispute over the Wood leak charges tied to President Wilsons peace note. Chairman Henry sought to recommit the Wood resolution to broaden powers to compel testimony while Lawson faced potential contempt. The House debated which inquiry to pursue as Campbell pressed for a wide probe into the leak source and private wire connections.
The U.S. district attorney says Franz Bopp, German consul general, and four aides face charges of conspiracy to use the mails for dynamite plots and arson tied to plans against government buildings and Governor John Coh. Evidence includes letters. motions for a new trial were postponed.
More than 60 hours pass without word from Lieutenant Colonel Harry G Bishop and Lieutenant W A Roberteann Jr in the San Diego region as Western defense units scour the border area and arid wastes for a trace of the Army aviators.
Phoenix January report on Pima lands shows Winsor addressing Papago rights and land reservations. Senate debate flags 1 666 000 acres set aside for Papago settlement and shifts to Capitol completion bill funded by state land sales. Adjournment aims for Monday as governor race issues loom.
Washington officials begin a careful examination of the allies reply to the peace note to gauge what terms may be proposed for a further conference. The cabinet and Secretary Lansing discuss whether to forward the Entente note to the central powers and how soon talks might start in secret.
Union leaders say over 6000 men and boys in Philadelphia clothing shops struck yesterday and plan follow-up action. Demands include shorter hours higher wages and union recognition.
A Civic League led nighttime pursuit targets women alleged to be of ill repute, driving them from hotels and alleys. Hotels face possible legal action as league members confront transfer company staff and hotel owners over alleged behavior and admission policies.
In Lawrence Kansas the body of Mrs Charlies Cochrane wife of a University of Kansas engineering professor was found in the Kansas river. She vanished after leaving her home October 25 triggering a nationwide search.
A truckload of contraband liquor was removed from the sheriff's office by Deputy United States Marshal Treahey late yesterday and moved to a location kept secret. The action followed a need to clear space for supervisors to use the room where the goods were stored.
Foreign refugees arriving in El Paro report General Lele Herrera, a Carranza commander, executed and hanged on a telegraph pole. They claim his followers pledged loans totaling 56 080 pesos from Spanish residents and 25 600 pesos each from British and German supporters in the city.
President Wilson honored two Barbuda citizens Cory Harrise and Frederick Jeffrey with inscribed binoculars for rescuing the crew of the wrecked American schooner Fairfield. The men jumped from the island to reach the stricken vessel after boats failed, saving seven crew members on November 17, 1936.
An unidentified woman was found murdered in a Columbus hotel room. Her throat was cut and her arms and chin hacked. police believe she had been dead about 24 hours. The room last occupied by C. V. Vanbrant of Chicago on January 9.
Washington Jan 12 William Phillips of Massachusetts third assistant secretary of state was nominated by President Wilson to be assistant secretary of state to succeed J Osborne who recently resigned.
New York January 11 A six acre ammunition plant operated by Canae tasker and Foutsry near Kingsland New Jersey was destroyed by fire and exploding shells. Firemen watched half a million shells detonate, as workers escaped. Estimated property loss exceeds four million dollars, with extensive damage to the village and railroad shops nearby. Authorities feared some may be drowned in Meadow streams. investigation ongoing.
In Phoenix on January 12 the House completed committee assignments. Pima and Santa Cruz members were placed on key panels including Ways and Means, Insurance, Corporations, Judiciary, Education, Public Health, and Public Institutions. Head committees include Elections, Appropriations, Banking, Public Lands, and Militia.
The county auditor reported an overdraft of 141146 20 with an additional 7142 54 increasing the general fund debt from 117404 17 to 124 646 71. Warren Brothers are cited in the warrant processed with auditor Field and Mr Smalley assisting.
The Rev. Hubert L. Sparks of Firet Baptist church in Douglas Arizona states he will accept a city police commission only if granted under specific conditions. He proposes to be sworn in as a special officer with deputies appointed by him and kept secret from the local police, city council, mayor, or others. He says the move aims to aid in enforcing prohibition laws, noting prior experience in eastern states.
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