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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1916
Page
3
A Tucson Civic League meeting is planned for 2 o clock to discuss food price increases amid nationwide protests. The article notes proposals to boycott high price items and substitute cheaper foods as households seek relief from rising costs.
A government inquiry was ordered after a line reported at the Lennon site near the observatory outside Fort Huey. Officials noted insufficient data as of morning, with no clear cause or responsible party identified.
In a faded account from A Nacht of Plainfield New Jersey a close friend faced extreme anxiety. He sought aid from a red man described as suffering from “med ali be” and the tale notes his decision to provide assistance using a bottle of liniment.
A historical column traces the evolution of wheeled transport from early animal-drawn carts and primitive axles to full carts and early automobiles. It highlights forerunners like the rope and axle innovations, two wheel chariots, and notable models such as the prairie schooner and early American locomotives.
Fragmented text outlines Osnmbruck noted for textile mills and a prison camp, plus a long historical panorama from Westphalia's early modern era. It mentions German cities, negotiations ending the Thirty Years War, and references to Munster and Osnmbruck’s civic landmarks and fortifications.
The article notes varied attitudes toward prohibition with some claiming to support the cause while others seek morning or bedtime “nip” to cope. Bootleg prices rose to $2 a pint as rumors spread that Governor Host might delay the vote, prompting a rush to obtain fresh consignments and a shift toward illicitly produced goods.
Jesus Gonzales and Francisco Martines, two youths who escaped the immigration office days ago, were recaptured near Sabetartto last night and handed over to Tucson authorities. Detained two weeks for complicity in petit larceny, they are held for examination with a view to deportation.
Work started this morning on the construction of a new pile bridge across the Santa Cruz on Alameda street. The project is being built for the city, aimed at improving crossing and traffic flow.
The Saver Rowley Thal group near New Cornelia in the Ajo district sells today to J. S. Amundsen as trustee of Kingman. Vin Fortune, formerly of Montana, now in northern Arizona, completes the deal. The 12 mineralized claims lie at the northwest corner of New Cornelia and along the Ajo mountains base, with New Cornelia ore tallying over 49 million tons in sight. Several prominent figures join the buyer party, including the Babbitt brothers and Judge Krook, with plans for rapid development and preorganization stock.
Amid a soggy scene in Chicago markets, dealers report turkey prices easing from yesterday with hens selling around 28 to 25 cents per pound and overall demand soft. Bees Point area traders note scattered buyers while hotel and restaurant owners prepare for Thanksgiving service as 100,960 Chicago residents consider dining out due to cost concerns.
London dispatch reports the Greek government appealing to neutral nations for support while rejecting surrender of war materials. The government stresses national unity and vows to endure the crisis, aiming to reorganize forces and uphold Hellenism despite the strain.
London reports British casualties for November at 74 655, including 2 251 officers and 72 209 other ranks. Weather and Somme campaigning reduced losses. October averaged 3 452 daily versus 2 648 in November. The five months since the Fosarne offensive total 698 452.
A federal grand jury returned one indictment late Wednesday afternoon and adjourned until Friday. It is expected to finish its work on Friday.
Phoenix November 39 Drivers prepare for the Thanksgiving automobile classic at the Ari noma estate fair track. Heated discussions occurred at a pre race meeting in Boon as positions were drawn with state fair veterans holding an edge. Governors elect Tom Campbell and Joe Prochaska head boxes among notable spectators while many boxes remain at Adams Pharmacy.
Evengrint Grown Jest presents a memory theme sermon about eternal life and the power of memory to guide current, focusing on Father Home and Heaven. The event includes a talk by Mr Brown on The Tans and a Christian Science reception, with services for children and a Friday program at 2:45 pm.
The Georgetown University Sesamograph recorded a seismic event late at night with tremors beginning around 10 22 p m and continuing for over an hour. Discrepancies in the records suggest a substantial quake felt in the Georgetown area and noted this morning.
A cyclone in India leaves about 300 dead and many injured. The storm damages homes and shelters in Pondicherry, a French territory with a population around 174000. Destruction spans a wide area as relief efforts begin.
Chicago reports a circuit court decision by Judge Jesse A Baldwin deeming golf a corrected form of amusement. The ruling reduces the annual amusement license fee to 750 dollars for the public golf links occupying the former swimming park.
The Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity concluded its biennial convention in Richmond Virginia last night electing J Knauss of Denver as grand president. The election capped the gathering and officers were chosen to lead the organization.
An auto tour party led by Louse Grewer Strate on the Phoenix route near Prescott faced a late arrival and a mishap. A vehicle crossed a crested bank with repairs needed on the steering gear, but no serious injuries were reported aboard.
The Pierce-Fordyce Oil Company announced a new eight inch pipe line from Healdton fields in Oklahoma to Fort Worth. The line will run about 160 miles with a capacity of 25 000 barrels daily and cost 1 606 098 dollars.
Nov 34 Paris reports King Alfonso intervened with the Turkish authorities in Constantinople to aid Lebanon's starving inhabitants. A steamer would carry provisions under condition that relief be selected solely by the Red Cross or Red Crescent.
In York banks there are 992000 Christmas club depositors who will share about 46.9 dollars each in the current year. A carefully prepared report shows 425090 depositors received 26000060 dollars last year.
Springfield dispatch reports Miss Sarah Morgan aged 23 was killed and 15 people were injured when a Baltimore and Ohio freight train collided with a street car at a grade crossing. Witnesses say the young woman attempted to avoid the wreck.
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