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Newspaper

Tucson Citizen

Location

Tucson, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1917

Page

5

Candolval Narrow Escape From Bandits

A Fourteenth Infantry detachment guarded by Major Stokes rushed to the border near Sandoval’s ranch after bandits from Utah and Somerton seized horses and attempted to capture the wealthy rancher for ransom. An escaped ranch hand alerted Sandoval, saving him from abduction as Governor Cantu dispatched troops.

Vema Arig Saterday Niett Fourteenth Infantry Stokes Wer Ian Yuta Somerton Sandoval Cantu Col. Wilton Yuma Mesiwall

Tourist hotel plan discussed by business men

A letter outlines a proposed tourist hotel project with details on funding. It calls for interest coupons, bond purchases, and a citizens committee to raise 196000 dollars and oversee construction. It envisions a corporation formation and board representation for investors.

Dis Committee Mos Committee Citi WreIh Sien Citizen's Mittee

Pershing's Forces to Be Withdrawn

Washington reports after a cabinet meeting that General Pershing's troops in Mexico will be withdrawn and Cassador Fletcher may be sent to the American capital. The formal announcement is not yet issued.

Pershing Washington Rotary Lane Siar Mexico Cassador Fletcher Tyre

State government committee debates new park and flag bills

The Arizona Legislature considers establishing a state park under the game warden and forest bureau with enforcement powers. A bill by Rep Edwards of Yuma proposes adopting a copper sun flag with a rising star. Rosa McKay of Bisbee pushes a $12 weekly minimum for women workers, while Graham lines seeks strict closure of disorderly resorts. The Federation of Miners appeals for support to sustain copper mining jobs after the war.

Forest Bureau Arizona the Daughters of the American Revolution Edwards Yuma Rosa McKay Bisbee Tucson Graham House Federation of Miners

Mexican border crash photos shown at Examiner office

A year after the Villa Castles crash at Agua Prieta startling pictures are exhibited at the Examiner Messenger service on Congress street. Tom Codd, manager, arranged for display and Spice post-

Villa Castles Agua Prieta Examiner Messenger Service Congress Street Tom Codd

Mrs Cornwallis West defends Wallis West in army scandal

London report says Mrs George Cornwallis West, formerly Mrs Patrick Campbell, defended Wallis West after a court inquiry censured her for army scandal ties. The defense highlights Wallis West as a 63 year old impulsive, warm hearted Britishwoman connected to prominent nobility.

London George Cornwallis-West Patrick Campbell Old William Cornwallis-West

Faculty Fight Over Tenure at University of Arizona

A heated warning to Arizona teachers about tenure and firing practices at the University of Arizona. The author argues there is no tenure in Arizona and urges support for a legal test of a teacher’s contract and reputation. The piece links faculty reform to broader state education policy and civic obligations.

Arizona University of Arizona The Catalinas

Personalities and visitors fill Santa Rita hotel logs

A flood of names flood the Santa Rita hotel and nearby streets as travelers, hotel guests, and railroad officials from cities including Los Angeles, Phoenix, El Paso, Portland, Chicago, and Denver arrive or depart. Notables like W. Crooke, James Stewart, and L. Williams are noted among others visiting or staying, with railroad figures and mining executives also present.

WF. Clark Joseph M. Harris Washington Rived Fay Loftins Arizona Eastern Railroad Telegraph Service Holzer Los Angeles Santa Rita Gilneas Hibbs Boulder, Cols R. A. Bruce Oakland FE. S. McPermott el Paso W. DP. Painter Grass Valley California Carpal Guaymas Frank L. Moore New Yorks Rosen Chicago i Sumner Buckinham Wichita, Kan M. T. Greer Phoeniz Tucsenia M. Mendon Portland Oregon MacNeil Phoenix Fourth Avenue Harry Mareceart St. Paul Hayden Wilson Stratton Copper Mining Company Indianapolis Teeson

Benito Juarez Namesake Licensed to Wed in LA

Benito Juarez namesake in Los Angeles receives license to marry Josephine Finley of Tucson from Clerk Elrod of the superior court. The ceremony is planned after this licensing action.

H. Craig Los Angeles G. Pfunstein M. Josting Benito Juarez Elrod Josephine Finley Tucson

Water bills paid in full after city hall drive

City officials report 817.000 in unpaid water rates now paid as two men with efficient instruments pushed property owners to settle overdue bills. Crowds filled the city hall offices with checks and cash, producing record receipts for the books.

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Mills Wins His First Bootleg Case in Court

Chief Esau Mills wins his first bootlegging case as John T. Roach pleads guilty in superior court after being arrested by Mills. Roach was carrying a heavy burden of bottles when intercepted by Mills at a hotel doorway.

Mills Esau Mills John T. Roach Roach

Chamber's New Directors Meet

The Chamber of Commerce opens its 1917 agenda with a new board voting to defer activities until funding sources and amounts are defined. The directors include L. H. Hofmeteter, A. M. Franklin, Charles E. Walker, J. C. Myers, and others with committees on advertising, agriculture, affairs, conventions, finance, legislation, membership, roads, and university affairs.

Chamber of Commerce New Board of Divertors Chamber L. H. Hofmeteter A. M. Franklin Tressurer Charles E. Walker J. C. Myers Charles F. Willis John I. Reilly C. A. Thomas W. J. Wakefield F. W. Taylor Wm. McDermott George F. Kitt Charles ¥. Witt Ww. Taylor George Fr HIT Rrs Agricultere Taylor Mets Profeawer PO Willia'n McDermott James E. Walker William McDermott

Tucson Y M C A and Phoenix Y M C A Basketball Matches

The Tucson Y M C A basketball team will play two games against the Phoenix Y M C A Friday and Saturday evening. A pregame practice will be held tonight between the university and Y M C A teams. The Phoenix squad is described as featuring players from Yale and Kansas.

Tucson Phoenix Y. M. C. A’s Team of the Phoenix Ywo Rine Hall Unversity Association Phoenix College State Yale Kansas University

Stranger Dies After Brief Stay At Mt Mary's Hospital

A man identified only as Meehels, described as a stranger hired to Mt. Marys hospital, died after a short stay. Authorities believe he may have hailed from the state of Washington, but no connections there are known.

Meehels Mt. Mary's Hospital Wasleneten

For Sale Classified Note: 1916 Model Ford

FOR SALE A 1916 Model Ford in good condition. 346 Soest St. Asking $290. Also a bungalow with three rooms bath porch and garage at 1m5 14th St. Readable text lists contact codes and partial dates.

Soest St Bath 14Th St

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