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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1918
Page
4
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Cochise County approves one million dollars for cross county highways while concerns arise over Ajo roads and abandoned projects. The Tucson Citizen notes experts Maddock and Cobb favor Benson connections from Vail and Nogales routes, arguing the state should adjust or stop Empire Ranch expansions to serve traffic and deliver timely benefits.
Reports to Phoenix show rapid thrift drive growth across Arizona with new stations daily in Globe and plans for about fifty stations in the city. YMCAs designate February 12 as Father and Son Day to boost cooperation and dialogue. Clifton notes executive action to adopt a local plan, similar to Orange New Jersey. A mining company pledges to buy thrift stamps for employees on pay day February 4 and encourage completing thrift card with stamps.
A stranger from Phoenix allegedly heard saying Governor Hunt would give the salary for Tom Campbell’s acting term to the Red Cross, arguing the work was done by another. The report’s truth is uncertain, but the claim is described as a noble gesture.
Readers weigh Governor Hunt small salary move as grace and wisdom, praising a charitable gesture toward a renowned world benefactor and promoter of democracy, with broad support and hopeful public sentiment.
The piece credits Lamar Cobb as an early Arizona state engineer alongside Thomas Maddell, noting his role in road building. It argues against hindering Cobb in road projects and warns that doing so could aid the Kaiser, reflecting wartime sentiment and political critique.
A fragmented musings piece discusses California and Arizona climates, noting origination hints of terms and contrasting regional impressions. The text lightly jabs at editors and the transfer of ideas while touching on climate as a cultural influence. The tone remains observational with no clear narrative conclusion.
The Douglas Dispatch reports scarce Newport Rhode Flour and wartime price controls with eggs and sugar rationing. It notes Phoenix dispatches confirming Captain Henderson as Arizona disbursing officer, replacing Colonel Breen, amid protests and questions about his patriotism and flag flying.
War time policy urges one hundred per cent Americans in every office from constable to president. Do not favor party loyalty over loyalty to the war effort. Remove pacifists and pro Germans from political positions to keep the Kaiser issue firm.
The San Antonio Light argues soldiers are not trained on Browning or Lewis gun techniques but feel a gun is essential to kill Germans, reflecting wartime attitudes and equipment debates.
El Paso Herald cites a young Arizonan nicknamed Sandy Brodie who has received an appointment to Annapolis and hopes he will follow his father’s path as an army officer and Arizona governor. The piece also recalls a San Francisco bond reading question and flippant Kaiser reference tied to Groundhog Day.
Twenty three volunteer drafted men left Tombstone this afternoon on the 4 15 train to join Cochise county quota of 47 men. No entertainment was arranged. the board and volunteers saw them off at the depot and at a farewell banquet at the American Kitchen. Ree 0 Wo Stark and Rev Stark spoke of duty and patriotism while Delridge of Bisbee urged involvement in the war effort. A crowd of friends saw the men depart, many hoping they will help down the Kaiser. The list of those leaving includes Arnold Kidpeway Yelverton Crichley Harrison Comble Muviigan Myers Lee Perry Murphy Ebblewhite Pitt Mizell Delbridge Somerfield Brown Voigt Stanhouse Slowson Callison Hall Sartin Sprinkle and others.
Feb 6 Bisbee reports Captain Donald G Miller of the 319th engineers unit in Vancouver Washington appeals for miners to join the engineer corps. Under draft rules registered men may volunteer at local boards for Vancouver barracks. Miller notes the unit is recruiting former miners and asks the mining community to advertise the call. Miller previously served as assistant superintendent at Tyrone New Mexico for Phelps Dodge.
Phoenix February 2 flags are to be presented to an Arizona regiment on February 22 in observance of Washington's birthday. The ceremony will involve local officials and unit leaders.
A 1918 Home Card appeal from Herbert Hoover urges Americans to conserve food for the Allies and war effort. It argues shortages abroad and shipping delays demand domestic sacrifices, urging substitutions, reduced waste, and personal responsibility to supply one pound saved equals support for troops and friends overseas.
C. E Adams of Lowell declares candidacy for Warren District supervisor. Former mayor of Fisbee, he runs a Lowell business and expects opposition from Vance Johnson, current Warren District representative and board chairman.
County Superintendent Miss Elsie Toles and Miss Helen Zimmerman of the University of Arizona Extension Service led a practical hot lunch demonstration in St David’s village hall. The event featured readings and songs by students, a National Anthem singalong, and a culinary display that impressed parents and children despite a modest cupboard.
Ramon Gomez aged 25 from Inspiration townsite died after an attempt to end his life by cutting his throat with a safety razor. Dr Lacey declared death due to shock and preexisting illness. No inquest was held. family says a long illness may have prompted the act.
Oscar Schneider in Tombstone reports his uncle Charles Schneidler in Missouri sailed for France on January 27. Former Tombstone resident Charles ran The Style Shop before being sent to Camp Funston last October, then Camp Merritt New Jersey, and onward to France. Oscar expects a letter soon confirming arrival Over There.
In the Globe Miami district Serbians collected 152 dollars and 50 cents for the Serbian Red Cross. The money was turned over by Mrs Kalak and Mrs Don Radovich, who organized the drive and delivered the donation.
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