11 Sep 1923
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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1923
Page
1
A U S destroyer braved unknown perils to rescue foreigners in Tokyo capital harbor during a perilous voyage. The ship escorted survivors to Yokohama and Tokyo after aiding ships in distress, with rescued individuals sheltered under guard at the Imperial Hotel area.
The report lists Americans believed killed in the Tokyo earthquake, noting Capt. Sidney F Mashbir of Tucson may be missing. The casualty names include multiple individuals with spouses and addresses, compiled by the American embassy through Kobe from Tokio.
Governor Hunt fires regents at a leading university amid a controversial decision affecting faculty wives and leadership. The move, announced on his return to Phoenix, sparks concern over far reaching consequences for department heads and administration. In Europe, Mussolini reportedly plans to proclaim Fiume annexation within a week, while Jugoslavia shows restraint if Porto Barros and Sussak remain untouched.
Readable fragments name players and teams including Ruether Smith Tay Wilson and Hargrave with scattered scores and codes. The text nods to a league context and includes partial references to what may be game statistics and participant names.
San Diego aviators led by Lieutenant John A Macready attempted a 16 000 foot flight to observe the solar eclipse from above cloud cover. Along with Captain A W Stevens they sought unobstructed footage though fog and clouds spoiled some views. Navy fliers reported dramatic reddish horizon colors and a black shadow sweeping the Pacific coast during totality.
Chicago and St Louis clubs opened campaigns to bolster support for President Coolidge at the upcoming Republican national convention. Coolidge expressed gratitude, urging clubs to aid the administration and continue Hard ing era policies rather than pursue other aims.
Charleston dispatch reports the county grand jury urged indictments against former South Carolina governor Wilson G. Harvey and bank directors Fred Peters HM Lee Marvey for banking law violations. Also censured state bank examiner James H. Craig for actions related to the defunct Enterprise Bank. In a separate item, General William Mitchell escaped a fatal crash when a plane ditched in the Ohio River near Dayton. he and Private J C Woodruff survived.
Washington reports the administration plans to hold off on appointing a new ambassador to Mexico for now. Officials say no urgent need warrants an immediate appointment at this time.
In Omaha on September 11, Rey M. Mar rep National committee men reports 18 Ford clubs in 18 states with total 20 000 members data shows a Nebraska petition with 2000 names to place Ford on the ballot. Harrop notes a possible southern farmer as running mate and cites a national debt as a key issue.
Lightning struck a Taylor Springs school in Vaughn New Mexico last Thursday. Twelve children were stumped by the bolt and a ruler splintered in the teacher's hand. Several desks were damaged and one child suffered severe burns to the dress while others endured nervous shock but no serious injuries.
Governor Walton's order against masked parades and meetings in Oklahoma led to unmasking by Klansmen statewide. Grand Dragon N C Jewett cited martial law threats as key, while Basil E Newton urged restraint until the next election. A $1000 reward was offered for Klux membership applications.
University of California fraternity initiations near Berkeley faced a possible arrest for disturbing the peace after a dawn stunt. Aaron Powersel climbed a barn roof to qualify for fraternity membership, triggering a mistaken burglary scare and police intervention.
Bond holders of the Rio Grande Southern rail road company will attend the Interstate Commerce Commission hearing in Denver on October 3 to oppose approval of the Denver and Rio Grande Western railway plan of reorganization They argue the plan makes no provision to care for the Rio Grande Southern 162 mile line from Ridgeway to Durango Colorado which has outlets through the D R G W.
Paris reports France and Germany discuss settlement of the reparations issue through informal talks between French ambassador De Margerie and Chancellor Stresemann. Berlin notes steps to build a contact atmosphere and anticipates Stresemann’s Berlin address outlining economic guarantees for reparations.
In Omaha on September 11 Doris Kerrigan told Judge Day she preferred living with her foster-mother Mrs. Mary Kerrigan over her biological mother Mrs. Iva Gannaway. The bitter custody dispute centers on fitness for motherhood with Judge Day reserving decision while many expect Mrs. Kerrigan may win based on the child’s wish.
The Marshall, Elysian Fields & Southeastern railroad asked the Interstate Commerce Commission for authority to lease and operate an 18 mile line of railroad between Marshall and Elysian Fields in Texas.
Paris dispatch reports Lord Crewe stating Italy cannot leave Corfu until Greece has met its commitments, marking the Corfu episode as part of the Greco-Italian controversy.
Rome reports a forming opinion that Italy will refuse any mediation proposed by Jugoslavia on the Fiume question. Italy plans to deal directly with Jugoslavia under September 15 demands and will use force if necessary to end what it calls an intolerable situation imperiling peace.
The ZR-1 flew from Lakehurst to New York and was greeted by crowds in Woolworth Tower. Spectators filled roofs and streets as the airship cruised above, sighted near the Statue of Liberty after crossing Quarantine.
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