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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1921
Page
4
An analysis argues Arizona’s per capita tax burden hides uneven payment by individuals and businesses. It notes total state taxes near 18 million, real costs exceed the stated figure, and most burden falls through wages, prices, and business overhead rather than direct taxes.
Cochise county supervisors review a report alleging misallocation of seventy five percent funds and federal aid on an eight mile paved highway project. Discrepancies cite 124,519.34 dollars unaccounted, with state engineer accused of diverting funds and needing explanation. Bisbee Review reports concerns over contractors and cement costs and potential fund misappropriation.
The Manufacturer's Record denounces a presidential proclamation to suppress coverage of the Fatty Smelly Arbuckle trial, arguing that banning information harms the public, especially youths, and questions whether withholding details from smaller papers affects moral fibre.
Chief Justice Taft urged the Senate judiciary committee to establish 18 additional federal district judges nationwide because case volume and the Volstead Act burdens have outpaced current courts. He emphasized the need to speed up court work, cut summer vacations, and reform procedures to reduce delays and ensure access to justice.
Treasury reports show Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco mints operating 24 hours to produce silver dollars and bullion. In October the three mints struck over 23 million coins before shifting to foreign orders. Demand abroad has surpassed domestic needs, leaving American circulation short.
The Tombstone High School manual training department under Prof. E. M. Webb earns local pride with practical projects like a furniture shop and home goods. A brass band or orchestra is urged, promising pure, community-supporting music. Citizens urged to visit and see the progress and learning on display.
Senators argue over repealing the gold mining tax with amendments aiming to exempt aged gold from depletion provisions. The discussion centers on 1918 tax law, minting price constraints at $20.05, and the impact on production, supply, and government revenue. The fate of the measure hinges on whether the old price and depletion rules can sustain the tax concession.
Edward Payson Watson, 83, plans to repeat his 1874 feat of walking 500 miles in under a month. He walks erect, abstains from alcohol and tobacco, relies on moderation, and credits health to his steady routine. His effort, praised as a triumph of energy and will, draws wide attention. Winter weather aids walking, inspiring others to try.
A 30 year fire insurance veteran and his editorial-writer wife attended a fire prevention observance in their town. They then returned home and, neglecting safety, stored kindling near the cellar, tossed greasy papers into a hot waste basket, and kept kerosene near a light furnace. The piece argues persistent daily vigilance is needed to make fire prevention effective.
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