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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1918
Page
2
Ottawa reports the Canadian Siberia expeditionary force has not been canceled though unofficially uncertain. Arrangements and composition of such forces are being considered as the press notes a potential operation in Siberia. News censorship had previously blocked transmission of details.
Maj Michael Danone of Holyoke has received the Distinguished Service Order for gallantry while serving with American troops along the Rhine River.
At Fort Sheridan reconstruction hospital, 40 cases from France undergo physical training to restore shell shock victims. Activities include skip rope, handball, basketball, boxing in stages with gradual increases. Some patients work with music. violent cases are guarded. Capacity targets 1 560 by December 1, total 5 906.
In New York at Madison Square Garden Wiedek Zbyszko of Poland and Joe Stecher of the Great Lakes Naval Training Station wrestled one hour to a draw in a benefit match for the United War Work fund. Three other matches at the same event also ended in draws, while additional contests produced decisive results including Yomm Drank defeating Fred Pilakoff and George Bruce defeating John Smithson, Sr. in ten minutes and twenty-seven seconds. Will Gingeham won a Jin Jitsu bout against Bert H Gross after Gross failed to throw him in eighteen minutes.
Bar Sheep prom Navado VW FTP reservation referenced in fragmented note. Unknown date or participants due to incomplete OCR.
A historic Push by the New York League of Free Nations Association outlines a proposed League of Free Nations to secure peace. The plan calls for a representative congress an impartial tribunal and an executive body to enforce decisions and prevent future wars.
Philadelphia Nov 37 The federal government may become sole owner of Hog Island the world’s largest fabricating shipyard. The government has spent about 60 million dollars on the plant and could salvage value from scrap if it loses shipyard value. Charles Piez of the Emergency Fleet Corp calls the sale proposal a good business proposition.
West Virginia Governor Cornwell protests Governor McCall of Massachusetts for fostering ill will toward the South in a telegram to President Wilson. The dispute stems from McCall's refusal to honor a request for an amnesty and involves the peace commission appointment in Paris.
Paris November 27. The ministry of munitions will be transformed into a ministry of industrial reconstitution. Louis Longette will retain his portfolio as head of the ministry.
The United States government declines to approve a proposed transfer to a British syndicate of vessels under British registry owned by the International Mercantile Marine Corporation. The Shipping Board says it offered to take over ownership on British terms. The vessels are about 6000 gross tons each.
The Navy seeks to make permanent 21 air defense stations including those at Ban Francisco Seward Alaska Hawaii Guam and Casal Zone with a budget of 780 000 for next year. Admiral Tastor and Captain Steele told the House Appropriations Committee that squadrons of fighters will be included and that postwar aviation contracts were largely canceled with funds likely returned to the treasury.
Reports from Berlin indicate broad readiness across major parties to convene a National Assembly, despite opposition from independent socialists and Spartacus groups. Debates center on timing, reform depth, and voting rights for soldiers and civilians amid postwar upheaval.
Paris Nov 27 Prince Vor Poerstenberg Austro Hung arian ambassador at Madrid reportedly declares his mission ended. Meanwhile Germany informs Madrid Prince Von Ratiber will remain as German ambassador, preserving diplomatic ties at Spain’s frontier amid changes.
Longtime 16 season captain Pau Pornblager, formerly of the He de Por Chicago football squad, died in action in France. Officials credited his service and said the death was confirmed via word received by his relatives.
The city considers an ordinance banning red flags at public gatherings with penalties including fines and brief imprisonment. Major Hilan supports the proposal and is expected to sign if approved.
Ottis elected director of a copper mining company here. He is expected to test the presidency shortly.
The Associated Press reports plans for a fifth World War loan launching in April. Treasury notes will bear 4 percent interest with a May 1918 start and run for a flexible period to support wartime financing. Bank subscriptions are expected to total about 245 percent of banks' gross resources every two weeks.
The War Industries Board announced immediate removal of most paper restrictions for newspapers and wallpaper. Daily and Sunday papers retain limited reporting requirements for November. full reports may stay on file if duties shift. Weekly papers lose restrictions by December 1 due to lower paper use.
National and American leagues should hold a joint session of two days or more to discuss reforms. President John Heydler called for closer cooperation between club owners, saying there is too much aloofness and distrust between the leagues.
The British admiralty ordered all bases to host United States naval units for Thanksgiving. Crews of five American ships will dine with five British squadrons in London. Services will be held at St Martins Church and Westminster Cathedral. About four hundred U S sailors will lunch at the Albert Hall hosted by British seamen.
Cardinal Moer of Belgium will assist at the Americans’ Thanksgiving day service at the Church of the Madeleine in Paris. The service was ordained by the Knights of Columbus. Other dignitaries include the Archbishop of Rheims and Cambrai and the bishops of Amiens Liéfe and Soissons.
Fragmentary notes indicate hearings on the return of war appropriations in Washington with mentions of committee attendance and House actions. The record lists unclear names and civic actors discussing portions of the funds and responsible parties.
A petition from Roman Catholic priests and Irish-Americans presented to President Wilson urges U S support for Ireland as a free and independent nation. It argues Ireland’s status be acknowledged in the fellowship of nations and seeks U S influence to secure equality with Poland Serbia and other wronged peoples.
A report describes the former crown prince Frederick William and his entourage in Holland amid revolution rumors. He states he might return to Germany when conditions change, notes his wife would stay behind, and observes cautious sentiments about Germany's future. He travels with military officers and remains on Wieringen island before continuing by rail.
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals overruled the attorney general's request for a rehearing in the statewide prohibition case. A court mandate could issue Friday, with the act declared unconstitutional. Judge Prendergast dissented as Judge Morrow's opinion said military need does not justify banning liquor when public danger is not imminent.
Pittsburgh, Nov 27. Five major shell plants here, makers of shells for the United States and British governments, were ordered closed after telegraphic instructions from Washington canceled contracts. The plants employed about 4,900 persons and included Westinghouse Electric and related facilities.
A new Finnish cabinet led by Ingmann has been formed with Castren as minister of finance and Enekell as minister. The government marks a sharp shift from prior policy under General Mannerheim, aiming to halt recognition of Pins independence and curb Allied influence.
The Rose memorandum from Laibach details three rising dangers in Southeastern Europe. Deserted Austrian troops form green guards. demoralized Russian and Austrian troops flood borders. returning prisoners face harsh conditions. The report urges U S consulates and press enlightenment to counter upheaval and Bolshevik influence.
Kinney sold 60 percent to become majority stockholder leaving 1 percent with Kinney and 12 percent with WB Kibbey Jr. Kinney values Ja Osa assets at least 360000 above liabilities. cattle and range in good condition after heavy rains. Company owns 20060 acres and improvements valued around 256908.
Ira J. O Maley, Chicago automobile motor engineer, faces federal charges after allegedly attempting to obtain Liberty motor plans by bribing a Detroit area official. Intercepted letters written by a woman were traced to the drafting target, with authorities saying the materials were used for personal benefit and connected to a hostile government interest.
In Little Rock word arrived that Lieutenant Corone, a native of Denver, has been assigned as judge advocate for the Second American Army Corps under General R. L. Bullard.
Honolulu report states Robert W. Breckons died here today. Born in Kewanee he was a graduate of Pe University and a longtime mover in Wyoming politics. He later served as attorney for Hawes and connected with the national committee.
Football game set between Camp Cody Foote 1st at Fort Bliss at Paso High School. Brigadier commands guests of the brigade as officials prepare for the November event with local cadets and campus teams anticipated in the showdown.
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