03 Sep 1923
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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1923
Page
1
Sept 3 reports from Mpa describe Greece reacting to the Corfu bombardment and Italy’s stance. Delegates of world states gather for the League of Nations opening as protests spread and embassies discuss potential responses to the crisis.
Massive disasters strike Japan with widespread destruction in Osaka, Kobe, Yokohama and Yokorifa. Martial law imposed in Tokyo and Yokohama as fires flood streets and tens of thousands lose homes.
Reports from the Nevail club describe a new cabinet formed in the wake of Tokyo’s disaster to replace late Prime Minister Kato. The Radice Corporation of America received dispatches noting the Meval’s collapse in the fire and detailing the new leadership.
Wireless report from Sasebo says the minister of home affairs orders immediate transport of lumber and building materials to the capital as aftershocks follow a quake movement.
A quake in Yokohama, Japan, killed a city resident and his wife during the disaster. The incident left the couple among the most severely affected in the area, with details limited to the immediate fatalities.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a drowning incident in Connecticut involving a Benjamin manufacturer. The record is unclear about the date, location, and victims, with only scattered words suggesting a fatal event.
San Francisco bulletin notes an unidentified Japanese source provides initial horror details about a devastating event on an island empire. The report credits T Yoremera as arranger of the information, with sparse, unclear wording throughout.
Acting Secretary Phillipe announced the restoration of formal diplomatic ties between the United States and Mexico. George Summerton will present his credentials as chargé d affaires to the Mexican minister at noon in Mexico City on September 3, followed by Manuel Telley in Washington, marking the resumption of official relations.
Saady Riders of Sweet of Colorado change horses at the relay station in front of the Denver Poet on Sixteenth and Champa. Reed rides to the grave of William F. Cody on Leckett mountain for ceremonies. He is escorted by a corps of citizens through the Denver business district and cheered by large crowds.
Mexico City reports: Leon Galinas, executive of private owners of the National Railways, says lines will be refused by private managers. Senor Salinas expresses confidence government will hand over the Times to private control soon after the October 4 shareholders meeting, as they seek to fulfill obligations after U S recognition.
London dispatch says Britain will support the League of Nations covenant amid the Greco Italian dispute. Lord Robert Cecil is instructed at Geneva to back the covenant unreservedly as hopes rest on his league experience. The Italian government denies occupation of Samos and reports on Ionian islands remain unconfirmed.
The account from Aurora Colorado mentions Swede Nettlefield and a relay rider setup from Joseph Maine to Denver, with test times around 31 minutes for a stretch east of Bennet. Crowds greeted the chap clad rider as the system extended ahead of schedule.
The Chinese government will reject all demands for satisfaction in the diplomats note and admits responsibility only for reasonable compensation for losses. A full reply will not be delivered until foreign diplomats return from vacation and reassemble. Internal ministry matters are cited as the cause for the delay.
Salt Lake City dispatch notes new missionaries for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The report mentions arrival events and church outreach efforts in Japan.
In Coloramo Springs on September 5, the meet produced mixed results with several top performers, including a strong showing by Seth who finished third in the key event. The overall standings show a close contest among competing athletes.
Scores from games in Philadelphia Detroit and Cleveland show mixed results as teams like the Phillies and Cubs post varying runs. Battery performances include Shawkey Hofmann Heimach Harrie Perkins and Bregy in Philadelphia, with Roeterteen Cvengros Lyons Theistes Schaik and Danes Clarke Pillette Baesier Woodall in Detroit. Cleveland lists Davis Koip Collins O’Neill and others in a closer effort.
In September a social supper event in Santa Barbara drew attendees from local groups. Officials noted preparations and safety measures for the gathering.
Destruction continues across all wards with escaping survivors and uncertain death toll as fires burn through the city following Tokie disasters. Princes YaYmesbing and Princess are mentioned amid the chaos.
Lieutenant Ishida reports the imperial palace partially damaged as Yokohama endures widespread destruction. Martial law extends, relief efforts surge, rice shortages bite Tokyo, and the prince regent leads relief while refugees flood open palace spaces. Leaders wrestle with potential capital relocation and cabinet reorganization.
The report states Akasike part of Ushigome and the greater part of Azabu were destroyed entirely. The passage notes widespread devastation in these districts with extensive structural loss and debris.
A Japanese Linden report from Yokosuka says widespread destruction in Yokosuka and Tokyo after the quake. The fire could not be controlled in Tokyo except Shiba ward, and tidal waves drowned many refugees who fled to ships from Yokohama.
A large number of injured and homeless Europeans were rescued and taken aboard the passenger steamer Dongela at Yokohama. The ship, Glasgow registry and owned by a London firm, escaped the disaster and dock delays are expected for several days.
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