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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1911
Page
4
The Boy Scout movement has spread to twenty three countries in one year. The Prospector urges leaders worldwide to support peace scouting to end war clouds and honor the idea with a Monument of Worlds Peace.
Visitors praise Cochise scenery highlighting the Middle Pass of the Dragoons, Sulphur Spring Valley and surrounding valleys and canyons. The description evokes vast mountains and fertile landscapes as an unrivaled travel experience.
A Washington dispatch reports Senator Owen will introduce a resolution to require a people voted amendment before the president issues a proclamation. He says he will not consent to ratification of the New Mexico constitution without a provision allowing future amendments.
Reports from Naco indicate Cananea is cut off with rail connections severed and all wires down between the two cities. Train crews confirm. three large bridges allegedly borol d and no communication remains.
A mixed Arizona roundup notes the Arizona Federation of Women’s Clubs forming the Gila Scholarship Fund led by Mrs. Dixon Fayerlberg of Prescott. Globe reports two real marquises misidentified as nobles. a Pueblo mountain ride tames obstacles to a marriage in Chilton. Santa Fe builds a record locomotive 121 feet long hauling trains at 30 mph. ore shipments from Parker to Needles show value. Yuma reservations receive land allotments. four dormitories planned for Colorado River Indian School at Parker. Prohibition votes go dry in Verde Valley. a Globe jail near-miss with a shirt-guarded escape. Arizona manufacturing outpacing New Mexico. Gold Road mine sale to US Mining firm discussed. a large fourteen-inch circumference melon grown near Meany. postal service raises salaries for Mieci and Winkleman offices.
White returns from Phoenix after cultivating mining ventures and will stay through the April term. Deputy Sheriff Ray Sxaio accompanies him by auto in the city. Thomas Larriea noted among town visitors from a ranch. Mrs William Corbett and children depart for Oakland to establish a new home while Mr Corbett retains his local residence and ongoing work. Heffern arrives from Birbee for several days of legal business with an attorney.
Gol H L Pickett returned from Nogales where he attended the district court session. He prosecuted the case for Jubal Wyatt of the Arizona Mines and Milling Company, leading to a judgment of 7445.40 against the company on mining-property allowances. Selima Franklin of Tucson represented the defendant.
A Washington dispatch asserts there is no longer doubt that Ari gous will be admitted to statehood during Congress special session. Critics of Arena's progressive constitution have objected, noting President Taft’s support for an amendment to the enabling act that would keep the president from intervening in the admission.
Dispatch from Washington states Delegate Cam con has introduced a bill to correct the lineal rank of Alexander G Pendleton of Globe to first lieutenant in the army. Pendleton, a West Point cadet expelled for alleged hazing, has twice appealed to Congress.
Richard M Johnson was today appointed postmaster of Parmelee Cochise County in the 8 mining district in the mountaine.
Fairbanks Inspector Jef D Milton arrested two aliens at Lewis Springs on the El Paso line on Sunday and three more yesterday. Two detained men claim Los Angeles origin while others passed through Tucson en route from San Francisco to Kansas City. one suspect uses an alias but cannot avoid recognition by photo.
A Washington dispatch notes Delegate Cameron introduced nine bills in the House. The actions include measures regarding military rank corrections for Alexander G. Pendleton of Globe and related post office matters in Cochise County. Also mentioned are Cameron's associates Thor E. Campbell and his wife at a presidential event.
Roundup at Greene Ranch proceeds with 56 compounds engaged for work. Cattle from Fred Thomsen are selected and to be paid to Boquillas Land and Cattle Company. Cattle over two years old will be corralled and shipped to market.
J E James a prominent Elk was named to a four member sick committee representing Tombstone after receiving notice from tishee Lodge No 671. The Elks, a benevolent group, emphasize looking after sick members and maintaining contact.
railroad officials from the El Paso and Southwestern visited Tombstone yesterday on a general inspection trip. The special train included HJ Simmon manager, FOB King, I J Mortis, J E Emerson, FL Hunter, and J Wach, with headquarters at Douglas and Donglae, to inspect divisions east and west of El Paso. The visit followed a preceding El Paso stop by eastern division superintendent U Morrie who wished to visit the western end.
Rebels led by Joan Cabral Antonio Garcia and Ricardo Romero surrounded Cananea yesterday after a sudden advance. Federal troops about 1100 strong including 20 cavalry under Medina Barroo and others moved from Cananea toward Arizpe to pursue. Citizens fled Cananea as documents were seized amid expected daily fighting.
The Bisbee Lodge of Elks announces a grand dance at the new Elke Home on April 21 inviting Tombstone BPO members. A large local turnout is expected with city representatives on hand. Members should report to Committeeman EB James about provisions.
Friday’s court activity features Attorney W B Cleary among legalities in a case between Lombacei and the City of Bites, settled in the morning. Various visitors and business figures arrive including General Manager Welsh of the Cattle Company, Br by broker Lem Overiock, Deputy Sheriff Howe, and several law firms from Cane fkr Tombstone.
F B Defaas and George J Stoneman of the Arizona railway commission returned from Washington where they worked on express rate changes. The interstate commission heard the case involving Will Fargo Co. Oral arguments were made and the commission’s decision could set rates for Arizona cities and other points if favorable to shippers.
Elisha F Hubbard aged 74 died at his home in the Gila Valley after a period of illness traced to an abscess of the stomach. A Utah native who moved to the San Carlos valley over thirty years ago and later settled in the Gila Valley the town of Hubbard bears his name. He was a man of energy and a natural pioneer who helped build his desert home.
Col Pickett, an Arizona pioneer, claims the right to a toga and asserts a push for a people’s vote on U S senator selection. The piece hints he will run a campaign and has eyes on the Ozark mountains as a backdrop, urging rivals to watch him.
The piece notes an active display in Yavapai County and suggests a growing public engagement with the event. It mentions groups described as participating in the scene and hints at broader community interest.
Story recounts three hours of fighting at Agua Prieta between Mexican federal forces and rebels. Casualties listed: seven federals killed, twelve rebels, and thirty-five wounded on both sides. Rebels led by Colonel Camtiero and Colonel Antonin Rojas with 250 men. federals defended by Captain Vie gas and Lt Martinez with 104 troops. Prisoners and surrender details include Captain G Carl G Garcia and others. U.S. army camp at Sporteway Park notes captures and surrender to Captain Gaujot.
Captain Ganjor warns Captain Red Lopes at a Mexican guard house to obey the law and refrain from shouting theft or larceny. Lopes pledges to enforce the law while the captain asserts the United States as a powerful nation. Red Lopes is impressed by the captain's manner.
A Washington dispatch reports Cochise County population figures and mentions Athona. It states Graham County poles show 14 162 in 1900 while District Attorney F J Flannigan arrives from Bisbee for several days.
A correction clarifies a public notice misread that Joan Pearce sold mining claims to the Commonwealth Mining company in exchange for stock. The item corrects the record regarding the mining transactions and the involved parties.
A garbled report indicates Commonwealth mines plan a new venture by creating a mining company to control adjoining Cochise mines and extending the original producer’s works. Mr Pearer reportedly subscribed to large stock in the venture.
Multiple probate actions appear, including the Mank estate decree for discharge of EW McDaniel as administrator and distribution of Douglas real estate between heirs. Other items appoint Elia Summers as administrator for Eunice Summers estate and notice of final discharge for Robert E Smith.
A Washington report says the House committee discussed approving the Arizona constitution. Democratic members asked to postpone the vote until next Tuesday to study the document. A five member subcommittee will seek President Taft’s views to shape a resolution. The panel plans to first push New Mexico statehood before Arizona.
The April term of the district court will convene on Monday April 24. The territorial grand jury will convene in this city on April 24. The territorial trial jury will report to district court on May 5. The spring term of the federal court will convene May 17. The second Monday in May July 1 and December are fixed as dates for hearings on naturalization petitions in the United States court.
A sister’s beau sits near the sister as the family keeps lights bright for guests. He endures the glare and the crowded room, while the narrator recalls Sunday evening routines and a 9 o clock bedtime.
The Sip Lorenzo Wining Company files Articles of Incorporation listing DA Red Rolling as incorporator. The firm is organized for mining ventures with capital stock of 50,000 dollars divided into shares of 100 dollars each.
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