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Newspaper
Tucson Daily Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1940
Page
2
Rev Roy L Smith of First Methodist Los Angeles addressed University of Arizona graduates. He warned of two ideals democracy faces the collective state and individual liberty, urged cooperation without surrendering rights, and called for a Christian ethos of respect for personhood and brotherhood.
A preliminary tally from Poppy Day sales by Morgan McDermott unit No. 7 of the American Legion auxiliary shows funds for child welfare and rehabilitation work. Readership was led by Mrs. Tillie Cottrell with key roles for Jessie Hutton, Bess Palmer, Helen Blakeslee, Mildred Hubbard, and Grace R. Weil.
Bruno Len Hanks known as the insane Thin Man, age 25, died of tuberculosis at the Arizona state hospital after 13 escapes. He stood six feet three inches tall and weighed about 90 pounds. His latest escape in 1939 sparked a dispute with Gov. Bob Jones over where he should be held, with El Paso authorities threatening to deliver him to the governor.
Britain offers special leave to merchant ship officers as compensation for extended sea duty hours. The measure aims to reward time at sea and reduce fatigue among maritime personnel.
Winners of Friday events at the Pima County Farm Bureau meet were announced. Results include boys 50 yard dash Sam Marlar first and Eva Ortega excels in multiple races with Eva Ortega, Alla Mae Ledgerwood, Jean Drenning among top finishers. A softball game saw Eagle Mills defeat Emery Park 15 to 7. Flowing Wells 4-H club featured acts directed by Mrs. Copeland. Merle Furrey presided with committee members listed. Sunnyside and Emery Park hosted.
Dan Benchoff of McNary won the Arizona Democratic delegation chair at a caucus in Phoenix attended by 16 of 18 delegates. He won a two ballot battle over Art Curlee, 10 to 8. Charles M. Proctor was named vice chairman and Edna Munger secretary. The group meets July 14 in Chicago to select convention committee members.
Robert L. Houston, a long time city employee, is named assistant city engineer by City Manager George W. Seeley. He replaces R. E. Stallings, who was promoted to city engineer after Seeley became manager.
Superior Court with Judge William G. Hall presiding hears Alberta Hulsebus against Harri son M Knight with judgment for defendant. T F Dempwolf cites Pacific States Savings and Loan in motions. Concha Peralta Acton vs George Acton trial set for July 12. Mike Romero against Sarah Romero seeks a divorce decree.
Mrs. Roy Dwyer is cited for destroying real property, with a complaint filed. Harvey Groves faces a reckless driving complaint, and Ed Tompkinson has a reckless driving case set for trial on Wednesday.
Paul Cella presiding as police court handles cases including gambling continuances for Yee Chin and others. Alex Peterkin fined 30 days or $30 for reckless driving. Clarence Tarbell 25 days or $25 for the same offense. Rita Lopez fined 30 days or $50 for vagrancy. Lee Mynott charged with simple assault. Joaquin Castillo Reynardo Carrasco and Henry Bejnamo bonds forfeited for disturbing the peace. Norman Guy and Kirk Mayo face charges of grand larceny and selling liquor to Indians respectively with transfers to broader jurisdictions.
Mrs. Belle D. Hall and Edd C. Everett, both of Tucson, couple license. Nina Fern Warner, 33, and Lazaro Marquez, 39 both of Tucson, obtain license. Emil Edward Miklos, 23, of Los Angeles, and Thelma Clara Burden, 19, of Tucson, receive license.
June 28 has been set as the auction date for Lee street between Plumer and Wilson avenues. The street was vacated in June 1937 at the request of Mrs. Isabella Greenway King, owner of the Arizona Inn, which the thoroughfare was routed through.
The Most Rev Daniel J Gercke Bishop of Tucson will deliver the keynote address at the opening of the fifth annual Arizona conference of the Catholic Daughters of America. Delegates include Mrs Elizabeth Lenoir of Tucson and Mrs Cecelia Brown of Prescott.
Japanese farmers press a campaign against fertilizer profiteers amid rising costs. Local unions demand fair pricing and government oversight to curb price gouging and ensure access to essential supplies. The movement gathers farmers nationwide and calls for transparent supply chains.
E W McFarland final county superior judge and senate candidate will be principal speaker at Tucson Memorial Day ceremonies. The event begins 8 30 am due to heat with Captain R R McGregor as general chairman. American Legion and veterans groups organize with Morgan McDermott post drum corps and taps by Kenneth Mack. Procession to Soldiers plot in Evergreen Cemetery follows the address.
Rockpile residents nickname JOS in Di Giorgio as Uncle Di Giorgio after he donated three acres of land for a school playground. The Rockpile school district now has a new play area for children, reflecting the town’s renamed identity beyond its name.
An early morning blaze at the University of Arizona stables on North Warren avenue caused almost $1,000 in damage. Assistant Fire Chief J C Sievert said 40 tons of hay and 200 to 300 bushels of oats were destroyed, with about $300 to the building. Spontaneous combustion was blamed as the cause. no horses were harmed.
Ed Tompkinson, 35, of Fort Lowell road and Maple boulevard, charged with reckless driving after a collision on White House canyon road. Leroy Jones, 31, of 1315 West Alameda street, injured lightly, treated and discharged. Tompkinson's car veered off road and overturned five miles southeast of Continental. he pleads innocent. bond set at $200. trial scheduled Wednesday. previously convicted of reckless driving on Aug 28 with $50 fine or 50 days.
W C Murphy Globemaster and Arizona chapter president said the annual state convention will be held in Douglas on October 18 and 19.
In Oroville California a mosquito squad pours oil on ponds and water containers to prevent breeding. The unit focuses on stagnant water to curb mosquitoes and protect public health.
The University of Arizona radio bureau will air its final programs of the school year with 10 broadcasts scheduled between tonight and Friday. Awards for poetry and prose will be announced on a 6 p.m. program over KTUC KOY and KSUN. Walter Douglas speech from the mines and metallurgy building dedication airs at 8 30 p.m. over KTUC KSUN. An additional 9 30 p.m. broadcast covers dedications.
Best named president of the University of Arizona board of regents to fill the term after Ellins injury. He will serve until 1947 with Ellinwood remaining as regent until January 1941. Best, a Maricopa County producer, will sign 460 diplomas at Wednesday graduation and speak at the dedication of the James A. Douglas memorial mines and metalurgy building by Phelps Dodge. The session was called for a special meeting with a final regents’ session planned for 10 a m.
The northern mockingbird is designated as Tennessee's official state bird. It represents the state in cultural and educational contexts and is noted for its complex song repertoire and adaptability across the terrain.
The article notes that despite attempts to revive Irish, about 99 of every 100 children in Ireland speak English, highlighting enduring language shift and cultural persistence of English.
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