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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1920
Page
3
A flood of garbled OCR from a Tucson article shows citizens voting a holiday to finish Army Service Hospital work. The piece mentions Governor and federal health service ties, Nogales gambling raids, and misconduct amid a regional effort to mobilize and test residents for wartime service, with scattered names and places.
A statutory case proceeding is described with unclear names and muddled text. Jury selection and witnesses are mentioned, with multiple miswritten names and phrases. court activity appears ongoing but specifics and outcomes are not clearly stated.
Article notes discussion of the Ajo and Yuma logical highway route including comments from officials and committees. It also reports the arrest of Lon Saunders in Nogales for embezzling funds tied to cattle purchases in Sonora, with bonds posted and arraignment planned.
The document notes that auto licenses will not be issued until after January and references state officials and dates. It mentions an order affecting license applications, with potential delays through February and states the law may require action by February to process applications. The text is unclear but centers on licensing timing and administrative action.
A writer praises borderland highways during a South Dakota to Arizona journey, noting superior road sections in the south compared with harsher northern routes. The account describes travel conditions, scenery, and travel frustrations, with occasional garbled phrases reflecting OCR errors.
Joe V. Prochas kes, a game warden, withdraws from the race for United States marshal and will seek reappointment at home. Ed Stephens and BS Clark are among rivals for the new federal post in the area, with Clark previously a Republican Senate candidate and former territorial attorney general.
In Bishkek on December 1 negotiations to buy Flux Mining Company's property at Patagonia were discussed by stockholders. Directors were authorized to consider the proposal and report to shareholders at the next meeting.
A chaotic crash outside town sparked a heated exchange among drivers and witnesses. Police report one man killed and several injured as the car failed to yield at a railroad crossing, prompting warrants and investigation into the obstinate dispute among involved parties.
Protest over rail freight on cement plaster spreads from Douglas to Casa Grande with demands to set a rate at 6 cents per hundredweight and for reparation to reflect the fastest shipments. The Haltond lumber company cites higher rates than other routes, while Arizona tax forecasts for 1921 anticipate higher levies than 1920 but not exceeding figures from two years prior as analysts prepare statehood rate graphs.
Construction has begun on a building at the chamber grounds east of Fifteen Street Ely Park for an auto camp ground. Contractor J M Sharks and M Sparks of the chamber agree to erect a two room structure with wooden frame and heating system. The project timeline runs from December to May with work planned to proceed steadily.
Captain Linton Phoelin announced a statewide rifle competition for top cadet marksmen from high schools. The event, tentatively planned for Taeson next spring, will involve ten state cadet companies and instructors from the 13 cadet organizations.
An instructional notice urges youth to consider military service, highlighting life work after term and the path from recruitment to education. It mentions Moran and Willcox, plausible dates, and questions about benefits and training while stressing the importance of national service.
Postmaster urges careful handling of parcels by parents and carriers. Readable addresses, full names, and precise packing reduce loss. Mark valuable packages with discreet holiday inscriptions and ensure correct postage to prevent delays.
Dec 11 report says the Terrazas ranch in northern Mexico, spanning 5.7 million acres and long associated with General Lote Terrazas, was won by TF Doyle of Phoenix. Doyle, a cattle company member, said New York capitalists have an option to purchase and have asked him to review the property. A detailed water developments report by Los Angeles investors will follow.
A report from Dim ing describes a Deming man assuming control of Tucson banking assets. The transfer involves key figures including Renard and W. Hwan, linked to Security Bank and international finance circles. The piece notes alumni and regional connections, with implications for leadership and future operations in the bank and related firms.
A farmer in a Pec 4A case drew checks without sufficient funds, the bank paid them as not felen, and police prosecuted after the county attorney’s office got involved. He appeared before a judge and was ordered held for further proceedings after evidence suggested insufficient funds and intent.
Prescott Arizona December report states Whipple Barracks Hospital, now run by public health service, will be taken over by the army on January 1 after lease renewal was refused. Maj. Charles E B Methe retires as medical director at Whipple and will serve as superintendent at Mulrdale sanatorium near Wauwatosa Wisconsin.
A report from Globe describes plans to construct five bridges on Nogale Road starting next month. An initial incident is noted where a man was shot during a related disturbance, with officials confirming injuries and ongoing investigations by local authorities and the Washington field office.
Mexican barber Mister Dew Myaitel Keviara of Moston was arrested and found guilty in a local court under a peculiar statute. The trial occurred last week with testimony about a car and an alleged offense. The verdict sentence included a financial penalty and potential further charges.
Poor quality OCR outlines a chaotic account of an accident with names and places garbled. It mentions Phoenix and a hospital or arm details but fails to provide clear facts or outcomes.
A group of Evans school boys endured a cold and hungry night in the hills after wandering off during a school trip. Bear Creek lookout and other mishaps sparked a mountain blaze scare as classmates searched and found the lost woodsman the next morning.
Aix Dec 10. More than 100 members participated as the Prescott Woman's Club marked its 25th anniversary. Mrs FOAL Tritle, wife of Gow Title, served as fire president and Miss Flore wich as first secretary. Only charter member present was Mrs J. B. Tomiason. The club helped found the Prescott public library and aided the establishment of manual training in city schools.
State examiner closes local Arizona bank amid mounting concerns. Officials cited weakened capital and liquidity pressures leading to an orderly shutdown and appointment of a receiver to manage failed deposits and ongoing operations.
Fragmentary OCR from a 1907 page mentions Dynes, Taylor, and Witten in a contested case. It references a vote, federal state action, and a court context with names like James, Ravine, and Ontatves. The garbled text records indicate a legal proceeding with unclear outcomes and dates.
A 100 percent acid incident shocks residents after a boy, prompted by taunts, drinks a vial of carbolic acid. He collapses and is rushed to a physician who notes the danger and warns of serious injury. The scene nearMain Street involved pulling a hydrant and fetching water to dilute the liquid.
A Glendale Arizona home burned early morning while Alf Zucco and family were away. Zucco is in the hospital. Fire department found the origin unknown as flames consumed the single story structure. Loss estimated at three to four thousand dollars. other buildings nearby saved.
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