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Newspaper

Tombstone Epitaph

Location

Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1912

Page

4

Mrs Wallace Among Refugees From Chihuahua in Mexico

Mrs Wm Wallace and her parents arrived in Tombstone from Mexico as American refugees from Chihuahua after revolutions near Curibuirichic. She faced long, difficult travel with a band on a rail line halted and bridges burned. Mr Wallace remained to run La Princesa Mining. reports say trouble is subsiding and mines are operating normally.

Win Wallace Tombstone Mre N Wolcott Mexico Chihuahua Wallace Curibuirichic Chihuatas la Princesa Mining Company el Paso

Notary Public Commissions Expire in Arizona

Arizona faces a treasury windfall as about 500 notarial commissions expired when the territory became a state. An Attorney General and Governor misread the terms, declaring all commissions void after statehood. Two new commissions were issued, and the $2.50 fee per commission could net roughly $12,500 for reappointment efforts.

Arizona George Purdy Bullard Kimer Sloan Wee Ste Ie Treasury

Sloan Nomination To Federal Judge For Arizona

President Taft sent to the senate Richard E Sloan's nomination for a federal judgeship in Arizona. The dispatch notes more nominations will follow later in the week.

Washington Richard E Sloan Arizona Senate Taft

Grand Lodge Session Names Arizona Officers in Prescott

After two days in session the Grand Lodge of Arizona announced officers for 1912 13 with Harry Arizona Wrecks of Tucson as Most Worshipful Grand Master Leroy Middleton of Globe as Deputy Grand George A Bee of Yuma as Senior Grand Warden R N Frdericks of Prescott as Junior Grand Treasurer G J Korkruge of Tucson as Secretary F A Shaw of Phoenix as Lecturer Master H A Morgan of Willoaa planted the state bood tree in the plaza Master Judge F M Doan presided. The next annual conclave will be held in Blabee.

Prescott Gread Lodge of Arizona Harry Arizona Wrecks Tucson Leroy Middleton Globe M Smith Yuma George Abee R N Frdericks G J Korkruge Tucsett F A* Shaw Phoenix Atocon H A Morgan Willoaa Sfet Blabee

Ship Rich Ore to Smelter by Young and Associates

A carload of ore weighing about thirty five tons was shipped to a smelter in El Paso by James Young and associates. The shipment, sent from the Honeycomb district on S Street, is described as high in gold and silver content and expected to yield substantial returns. The ore resembles the material uncovered in the camp’s early days when over a million dollars was reportedly extracted.

James Young

U S Marshal Will Continue In Office

United States Attorney J E Morrison and United States Marshal C A Overlook will stay in office despite the statehood proclamation until successors are appointed and confirmed. Advisers to that effect have been received by the United States Marshal to prevent Arizona from being without a federal attorney and marshal during the interim before regular appointments.

United States JE Morrison Marshall C Adviers Arizona

Cattlemen to Meet March First in Tombstone

Supervisor Rigge says Cochise county cattlemen will receive over two hundred mailed notices inviting attendance at a March meeting. The session likely in the court room aims to gather stockmen ideas on county ranch policy and may form a County Cattlemen's Association.

Tombstone Rigge Cochise County Board of Supervisors

Almond trees bloom in Tombstone garden scene

The almond trees in full bloom grace Tombstone gardens as nature wears its finest garb. The city welcomes Matebood with fragrant perfume and smiles, marking a festive moment in the lush garden setting.

Tombstone Matebood

Town visitors and local events fill Tombstone day

Form Thureday's Daily dr and MreJ W Hevercy of Fort Huachuca are in the city today arriving yesterday Mise Mare Hamilton of Sp ks ue Wash and Mise Cameleon of bows City in Tombetone visiting points of interest. Sheriff Wheeler and family will move into the cottage opposite the court house. Dance at Gage Hall Jest eight featured the Black boro Orchestra and the 48th star arizona flag decor.

Mrej W Hevercy Fort Huachuca Yeaterday Mise Mare Hamilton Sp Ks Ue Wash Mise Cameleon Bows City Tombetone Sheriff Wheeler Eirer Sid Court House Hicks Atehood Gage Hall Blackboro Orchestra

First State Events Mark Arizona’s New Era

Multiple firsts under statehood are recorded: marriage licenses in Cochise County for James Hibler and M Edes Barkdale and for Gregorio Florer and Victoria Martinez in Douglas. J E Kelly of Middlemarch Copper Co files the first record. OGitson earns the first judgment in the new superior court. Governor Hunt signs the first official document and appoints Cleveland Thompson notary and KB Sims and Lamar Cobb to key posts. The Douglas ceremony unites Myrtle Walker and Frank Cramer. First superior court session opens before Judge Sutter as court reporter John W Walker begins record.

Cochise County James Superior Court Yeates James H Hibler M Edes Barkdale San Simon Gregorio Florer Victoria Martinez Douglas J E Kelly Middle- March Copper Co Recorder Ogitson Provident Mutual Association Hunt Cleveland Thompson Ridney Fostern Bret KB Sims Florence Lamar Cobb Clifton Sutter Vng i John W. Walker JF Duncan Beilitt Providential Mutual Building & Loan Association Jos McGuire Ginson

Cochise Telephone Co May Consolidation Planned

Cochise Telephone Co's May consolidation plans to merge Adame Riggs and Courtland telephone entities aim to extend service across nearly all Cochise county and southern Graham county. The proposal would connect Sac Simon valley with Pombatene Moug and Bisbee, Sulphur Spring Valley and Gils valley. A meeting of principals will be held at Willcox in a few days.

Te Fe Adame, Riggs and Courtland Rlephoe Scone Iever Cochise County Graham County Simon Valley Pombatene Moug' d Bisbee

Flags Floated to Breeze With 48 Stars

A large 8 foot flag with 48 stars was unfurled by Mrs WA Harwood at her residence as a statehood celebration. John Marden owned several mounted flags bearing 48 stars for display in the town. The Prescott office notes the 48 star banner holds an honored place in civic display.

WA Harwood Ste Joho Marden Mra Marde

Zapatistas Said to Be Invading Sonora

Report from Sonora cites mining figure Stewart that Antonio Rojas with Zapata forces near Baviepe plans a raid tonight. Wires cut between three points as El Tigre notes Rojas views El Tigre then Yeabal and Agua Prieta as next steps.

Zapatistas Sonora Stewart Antonio Rojas Baviepe Zapatiates Chihusheoa Sonto Weral Bariape el Tigre el Tiere Rojas Bavispe Bayvispe Yeabal Actari Agua Pricta

Cameron proposes bills on elections, bridges, and Grand Canyon rail

Delegate Cameron introduced bills in the house on Monday. One seeks $2,019 to pay canvassing board expenses in counting Arizona election returns. Another asks $100,000 for building bridges over the San Carlos and Gila rivers. A third proposes a scenic railway at Grand Canyon.

Cameron House Arizona San Carlos Gila Grand Canyon

Pearce Man Dies After Mine Accident

Ramon Durazo, a Tombstone resident, was fatally injured at the Commonwealth Extension Co mine in Pearce after falling into a shaft. Relatives were informed as a brother hurried to Pearce. a telegram later confirmed his death from his injuries.

Pearce Ramon Durazo Rious Commonwealth Extension Co Durazo Tie Brother

Inauguration Attendee Slougher Visits Phoenix

Attend the inauguration ceremonies in Phoenix includes John H Slougher a personal friend of the governor and longtime state figure. Slougher, veteran of political battles, traveled with anticipation of meeting old allies amid the governor’s events and state functions.

Hon John H Slougher Phoenix Hant Slaventer Pat Te Motine Varus Douglae Toteros

Aliens May Still Receive Papers Here

An investigation of the announcement recently had to the press at the county to the feel that hereafter all applicants for naturalization papers should be required to make a trip to Phoenix to secure them. The list includes Antop Arineald of Doug tap, Antunovich of Russia, Dougine of Australia, Emite Warlop of Lowell, Benn of Bisbee, Sinalir of Bisbee, Beckman of Bisbee, Slants of Beier, and other residents. The next naturalization hearing was fixed for May 13 with many more aliens expected to be added to the roster.

Phoenis Pti Ewurt Bien Tlavt Tre Ing Antop Arineald Doug Tap Ruse Apton

New County Officers Begin Work After Inauguration

New county officials assumed duties and began organizing oversight of county affairs. Hickey chairs the board of supervisors with Metlay von Douglas as clerk and AC Karger as assistant clerk. Plans include interpreting the county hospital and fixing salaries, with the first court session set for tomorrow and several deputies and officers installed.

Toe Hoard Eopersieurs Oup Hickey Metlay von Douglas AC Karger St Douglas Sutter Guy Welch Ie Uly Ts Undershort AW Howe Harry Betterty E W Satis Curt Fa James Ship of State Cochise

Marble experts visit Tombstone quarry tour

Marble experts Mesere RC Lentz and T Lauder, renowned in the field, visited quarries near Bowir in southern Arizona. They reported heated ground owned by MoM Muwen may host a new quarry venture, potentially rivaling Vermont and Italian marble.

Mesere RC Lentz T Lauder Fombeons Tte Los Angeles Mom Mu Wen Vermont Mesers Lents and Lauder Jicinity Bowir Vesteronone Arizona Uteb

Opium Smuggling Suspect Bond Posted After Arrest

A district court clerk ordered the destruction of five thousand dollars worth of opium related to the case against Derony McCreave, arrested on smuggling charges. Tom O'Keete, customs entrant at No Este Hemite, issued the order. The accused posted bond but failed to appear for a scheduled hearing.

Giuhe Distriet Court Tom O'Keete Thas Derony McCreave

Local events and visits fill Tombstone area social page

Friday church gathering and community dances are planned as Comboy hosts a Friday night event. Officials including Superintendent Morehkine and attorneys Hayes and Neal travel for local duties while Rock and Migee inspect the county hospital. The Tompstone calendar notes a New Year celebration and a question about prisoner testimony via sign language.

Governor Hunts Proclamation Sets Legislature Convenes

Shortly after 2 o clock Wednesday afternoon Governor Hunt signed the proclamation convening the state legislature on March 38. The action aligns with the earlier date permitted by law to assemble the legislative session.

Court House Hunt

Court Cases Filed And Divorces Quiet Title Actions

Court filings include divorce decree and quiet title in suit 5884 with Beumer Dr residence and Nicholeon Cr contract cancellation and $2481.26 judgment in suit S221. Quiet title granted in suit 6514. Appeals from JP court covering Tedaldi related orders. Agnes Connolly guardianship discharge as minor ward comes of age.

Beumer IT Nicholeon Cr Lare Neu F Joerger R Belcher Chas Meloy Et J P Court

Maccabees of Tombstone Plan Dance at Gage Hall

The Maccabees of Tombstone will host a masquerade dance at Gage Hall under local Maccabees auspices. Ladies have been asked to attend, with preparations aimed at a pleasant and memorable event for all guests.

Maccabees Tombstone Gage Haliva Order of Maccabees

Stimulant or Tonic? Ayer Cory pany Posed

Fragmentary OCR reads Stimulant or Tonic and mentions C. Ayer Cory pany of Laven, but essential names and details are unclear. The text appears to be a misspelled ad or notice fragment lacking a coherent event or outcome.

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