22 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1902
Page
1
The article argues that foreign buyers incur significantly lower tariffs than American citizens, noting government policies and pricing structures that favor nonresidents. It cites economic consequences for industries and raises questions about equity in the tariff system.
Washington July 22 A Democratic committee official disclosed a campaign effort to obtain a special discount sheet from New York exporters. The list shows foreign prices well below U S figures for common goods like wire nails shovels and lawn mowers, with $100 offered for the sheet. The committee claims Americans pay 40 percent more than foreign manufacturers for the same items.
Washington July 22 Mark Hanna says he will oppose General Leonard Wood’s appointment to head the Isthmian Canal Commission if he can prevent it. Hanna accuses Wood of causing troubles in Cuba and warns of a public break with the President over Senate confirmation.
Cholera cases decline in Yanila as authorities report reduced virulence of the illness. Officials note fewer new infections and improved conditions in the city and surrounding neighborhoods.
The press committee reported all workers in the local garment branch are on strike. About eighteen employers have agreed to the strikers demands, with roughly forty thousand workers affected.
Lexington July 22 James Cockrell the town marshal, brought from Jackson last night mortally wounded, died today. He was shot from the courthouse window yesterday by an unknown assailant in Breathitt County, sparking fears of prolonged warfare.
Two young women, Miss Belle and Miss Marie Forrest from Hainois, attract crowds by shoe shining in a downtown storefront. They travel the eastern and southern states performing the act for profit, denying charity motives, selling advance tickets, and reporting steady business after a week in town.
Manila July 22 Montallon and Felizardo ladrone chiefs escaped from a constabulary cordon in Cavite province. The pursuit trapped many followers as fourteen insurgents were killed and fifteen captured. The leaders and their men broke free at night through a weak spot, killing one constable and wounding another while the force took papers and destroyed supplies.
Jeffries trained at Lake Merrill with his brother and Kennedy, then boxed four rounds with attendants at the Re Hance club. Eddie Graney visited to act as referee for the upcoming match. Delaney urged straight Queensbury rules. The champion is in fine condition.
Twenty Filipino soldiers in chains dine under Alderman Pick’s blessing, then march to a car bound for Washington. Alderman Fick calls the scene pathetically sad, admiring the men’s discipline while lamenting their condition and debt owed to them by the country.
Henry F. King, 30, who sought his true parentage at the New York foundling asylum, shot Sisters Angela 45 and Cyrila 36 in the left arm and side then attempted suicide. He was arraigned in Yorkville Court and held without bail on assault charges. The sisters survived despite painful injuries. King believed the asylum concealed his wealthy lineage and inheritance. The name King bears was assigned by asylum staff.
Syracuse reports a city hospital lacking a night watchman after three resignations due to ghostly hauntings. James Roberts lasted four days, reporting eerie noises and lights at the hospital and a neighboring abandoned building. His dogs fled. a bolted door resisted entry until daylight when it finally opened.
Washington July 22 Colonel Thomas Ward chief of staff to General Miles was today appointed brigadier general in place of Jacob H. Smith retired Ward will retire soon when Colonel Joseph Sanger of the inspector general department now in the Philippines becomes brigadier general General Frederick D Grant presently in the Philippines will probably soon assume command of the Department of Texas
An aftershock of long duration rattled Kingston in the early hours, prompting residents to flee into the streets in their night attire and stay out until daybreak. The tremor repeated the phenomena seen Thursday last, causing widespread alarm across the city.
New York quotes July 22 show American dollars at 41 1 8 cents, silver at 63 cents per ounce, copper at 11.90 to 12.00 cents per pound. Market figures reflect current metal values with slight bid-ask ranges.
Greenville Mississippi July 22 Ash ley Coke and Tom Lauderdale were hanged here at noon today for a December killing on a railroad train. Coke and Lauderdale, in company with two others, shot G. M. Wray to death in a cold blood incident while intoxicated.
The Cuban government formally complains to Minister Squiers in Havana about Consul General Bragg's quoted remarks about Cubans. State Department involvement signals a possible recall of Bragg, with Bragg’s private stance cited as not denying the quotation. The issue could force U S action if Cuba expels him as persona non grata.
A Cambridge Maryland funeral honors James A. McAllister whose support saved a Chinese man known as Long Jack from hardship. Long Jack walked behind the hearse in white, offered prayers, hired thirty carriages, and covered the grave with flowers after the burial.
In Chicago a woman lost a bag with 118 dollars in cash and mortgages totaling 40 000 dollars along with papers. A guard named Charles A. Stuckrath found the bag on a South Side elevated car and returned it. She gave him ten cents, and he kept the dime in a gilded frame.
Helena dispatch says Thomas McVarmon, pioneer of Montana Utah and Colorado, founder of the Virginia City Madisonian newspaper, died in Horton Kansas while seeking health. He helped establish early western press with lasting legacy.
The Elks Club hosted Gov. Brodie for a formal reception in Old Pueblo last night. Attendees described the function as brilliant and well attended.
The Tucson Elks Club hosted Governor Brodie and Mrs. Brodie for a gala reception attended by hundreds. Local officials and families greeted the governor, who spoke warmly about his interest in the University and its affairs. Afterward dancing followed in the club hall as Mrs. Brodie charmed guests with her sociable manner.
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