28 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1916
Page
1
A German Zeppelin raid over London drops bombs causing injuries and property damage. British airmen claim seven Zeppelins destroyed this year with losses of ships and aircraft. Authorities boost air defenses as coastal districts report bombardment and fires.
Berlin reports continued progress with Testonic invasion of Rumatie and capture of Certesa De Arges on the Argecia River near the capital. Troops under General von Falkenhayn push Romanian lines with stronger holds near the Topolog and Argenta. Reports cite heavy artillery activity around Ypres Arras and Armentieres and a German naval raid near the English coast capturing one vessel near Lowestoft.
Reports say the American steamship Chemung was torpedoed near Cabo de Gata and foundered with the U S flag flying. The submarine towed the crew within five miles of the coast before abandoning them. they were later landed at Valencia by the Spanish steamer Giner.
Vienna reports a vast crowd lined the streets from Schoenbrunn to Hofburg chapel as the late emperor Francis Joseph's body was moved in a solemn cortege. The procession featured four lines of infantry, lantern bearers, and a hearse drawn by black horses, ending at the chapel for public viewing on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Brigades under General Trevino mobilize in Sauz station near Chihuahua City as General Francisco Gonzales leads 2500 troops southward. Officials say garrison forces from northwestern Chihuahua move to Sauz to join the drive on Chihuahua. Gonzales expected to arrive at Sauz at noon and proceed toward Chihuahua immediately.
Fragmented draft reports say the Greek government appeals through diplomats in neutral capitals regarding coercion by the Entente powers. The message mentions the damaged ship Serra and an incident near Sidney with unclear details and dates.
Phoenix November 28 Dr W B Severn state veterinarian issued a temporary embargo on all cattle shipments from Nebraska Kansas and Missouri pending investigation of a cattle disease outbreak suspected to be a recurrence of hoof and mouth disease in those states.
A report to State Veterinarian Dr J B Anderson from A W Miller of the U S Bureau of Animal Industry states cattle near Woeneta Nebraska do not show Foot and Mouth disease. Confidence at the state office remains that the illness is not Foot and Mouth.
Reports from Washington and New Orleans state rifle bullets from the British steamer Scythian hit the U S public health service ship Neptune at the mouth of the Mississippi. The shots occurred after quarantine officials refused permission to fire from the Scythian. Authorities call the incident accidental and not aimed at the Neptune.
Report states all guardsmen except Alabama units to be withdrawn from Nogales on December 15 and to be replaced by regular troops.
The torpedoed vessel Chemung, sunk today, carried only general cargo and no munitions or Italian government cargo. Captain John L. Daffy commanded a 35 man crew, of which 16 were Americans and the rest Greek, Russian, Spanish, and Mexican. Cargo included iron and steel products, chemicals, dried fish, and wooden staves.
Archduke Eugene of Austria is promoted to field marshal and given supreme command of Austro Hungarian forces succeeding Archduke Frederik. Dispatch from Rome cites an Austrian source reported by Wireless Press.
The father of Pennock, a member of Harvard's 1914 football team, claimed today that his son was killed in an explosion at the Aromatic Chemical Company plant where he was a partner. Identity as the football athlete was learned only today.
London dispatch reports the British steamship Ernest, once feared sunk, has been towed into Gravesend damaged by a mine or torpedo. Earlier accounts suggested total loss. The vessel’s crew are safe and investigations into the attack are ongoing.
The Citizen, under new leased wire terms with Honorable Melville K. Stone of Associated Press, shifts to an 8 am wire time. This adds three hours of service, matching Phoenix and El Paso outlets, and boosts its 1 and 3 pm editions with two extra hours. Tucson gains a stronger southwest news presence.
El Paso reports from Nov 2 claim General Jacinto Trevino of the Carranza forces evacuated Chihuahua City due to ammo shortages. Officials say the info originated from Lauro Corille, brother of Mrs Trevino, who allegedly relayed a safe-status message to his sister. Mrs Trevino denies receiving such a message and says the last telegram arrived before the line was cut.
The federal farm loan board returns from its tour to locate 12 banks and begins reviewing testimony collected during the trip. Officials expect an announcement naming the 12 districts within two days.
News from El Paso dated November 28 describes warnings as Villa reportedly vowed to kill all foreigners when capturing Chihuahua City. Six Americans are believed to be in the city and, fearing bandit violence, most began crossing toward the border but were advised to stay by friends.
A mixed passenger and freight train carrying American passengers and supplies for General Pershing was halted at Juarez on its way to Casa Grandes. The acting commander of the garrison delayed departure until he could contact General Gontales. The incident paused around 11 o clock as railroad officials awaited further word.
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