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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1921
Page
2
The Tombstone Epitaph Sunday Edition advertises the weekly edition of the Pioneer newspaper of Cochise County. It notes a subscription rate of 1 year and 3 in advance and references postal registration and American Press Association material.
Senator Ashurst comments on the impact of the 1920 assessment work extension law. He notes disputes in Idaho and Pioche over claim relocations due to the June 30 1920 to July 1 1921 extension. The article discusses whether work completed after July 1 1921 counts and if the extension alters prior mining claim requirements.
The piece condemns anonymous vilification of public figures, urges authors to publish under their real names, and notes the risk to credibility when attacks lack evidence. It critiques government waste and calls for scrutiny of official publications. It also mentions Spain fearing domestic upheaval and the aging monarchy.
A local commentary urges calm on Cochise county and state budget concerns. It argues new budget law limits departmental spending, disputes claims that Cochise budgets exceed past levels, and calls for sensible discussion at a forthcoming meeting to resolve tensions among taxpayers.
A fragmentary analysis on investment behavior contrasts cautious savers who risk little for small gains with wealthier backers who take larger chances. It notes market optimism rising, urging retention of solid securities while unsure about extended promises, as some portfolios may recover to solid value.
Arizona led in 1920 mining with significant metal output though many mines closed late year. Total ore production reached 14,920,476 short tons yielding metals valued at 114,628,500 dollars. Gold from Mohave County accounted for over 66 percent of state gold, while copper and silver output declined and zinc production dropped. Kingman Miner reports the state’s mining year amid closures.
An Arizona Automobile Club formed in Phoenix aims to improve driving. It faces scrutiny from Cochise, Pima, Santa Cruz, Pinal and others who will join only if the effort proves worthwhile. The piece notes over 1 000 deaths monthly from reckless driving and urges careful motorists to unite with pedestrians to restore the good name of careful men. A preacher remarks that some men act like apes and could improve their manners.
Silver and gold production rise fueling mining revival. Foreign silver price moved up in London by about 30 rents. New York trading shows 60s in and out for 10 8763517 and exports totaling 240 661 dollars. Mexico sent 315 061 dollars, a drop from 2 100 000 in a prior 10 day period. Government silver sales under Pittman order reach 60 975 697 ounces, with 29 908 000 ounces remaining in months of 1920. Mint records show 9 647 000 silver dollars minted, plus 1 000 000 silver pieces.
An aged Romulus man, Willian Fenning, aged supporter of prohibition, asserts he will vote for the president tomorrow. He meets a candidate in Geneva, compliments the candidate on facial hair, and discusses political loyalties amid 25 years of rumors about support and public appearances.
A fragment notes that sixty five men paid income tax if one million dollars each and that their average tax paid was high while over half of their incomes were taxed. The speaker admits not being among them and hints at a hidden truth in the tax system.
Announcement from Tombstone reports Columbus Poirer and Mise Virginia Marre wed after months of courtship. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs James Marre, is a Tombstone native who recently graduated from Tombstone High School and planned further study in military school. The groom, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Giregi, is a publisher of the Daly Prospector and Epitaph. They intend to reside in Tombstone after a short honeymoon trip to Los Angeles, Frisco, and nearby locales.
Phoenix reports that opponents of a special legislative session exposed a law barring any tax cut this year. The measure cites revised statutes chapter 4835 and ties to territorial rules, noting the 75 cent rate and timetable for tax levy transmission. Yuma delegation opposes land assessment changes and Chandler-Hay growers seek freight relief per ton.
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