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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1911
Page
2
The report notes the Tombstone Epitaph under WM Hattich as editor and program director. It mentions the 1912 leap year, Arizona state constitution ratification by a large majority, and a railroad strike affecting Mexico. The piece reflects local press context and anticipation of presidential approval.
The Albuquerque Tribune notes how Arizonans approved their constitution as chosen by their representatives despite Republican standpatters who used bulldozing tactics and threats. It warns against presidential rejection fueling further conflict and asserts that Republicanism cannot win in Arizona through intimidation.
The Williams News reports that continued Mexican insurrection could lead to two additional territories seeking admission to the United States, signaling potential territorial expansion amid unrest.
The Prospector lauds Governor Sloan for backing statehood and urges anti constitutionists to follow his example. It stresses unity and action, suggesting broad support and a hopeful path forward.
The Prospector endorses Editor Sims Ely of the Phoenix Republican for his patriotic defense of the Arizona constitution and statehood. Ely, a capable writer, is lauded as a leading figure among loyal constitutionists in the new state.
A long list of Arizona notices covers deaths, route developments, mining finds, and local events. Harriet Davis, pioneer of Salt River valley, dies in Phoenix at 71. Parker area dam plans, government cooperation efforts renewed. Yuma, Tucson, and Maricopa County topics include fairs, surveys, debates, temperance campaigns, railroad work, and local incidents.
Hon White law Reed American Ambassador to England toured the Grand Canyon of Arizona with a party that included his son in law and four others. Reed told a Williams News reporter the canyon is the most beautiful work of nature in the world.
National Council and hundreds of Scout Masters gather for a two day session at the New Willard Hotel in Washington. President Taft welcomes attendees in the White House east room. Colonel Theodore Roosevelt attends the banquet with exhibitions by Baltimore and Washington troops.
The El Paso smallpox situation includes 33 cases with 8 deaths, none from vaccinated individuals. Authorities note the city is not currently epidemic, with careful containment of the scattered cases among the well-to-do American population and clear vaccination history records.
In Cochise County the Douglas and Tombstone dispute over the county seat draws petitions to Delegate Ralph Cameron asking for a referendum via a special act. Cameron remains noncommittal as closing session pressures push big appropriation bills and private measures to the forefront.
A note explains that a man born on February 29 may celebrate his birthday in 1912 if he wishes to do so, reflecting leap year dating considerations.
A. Fiege, famed Cochise cattleman, is in Tombstone from Dregoon. Mrs. Allen B. Boge and daughter Mise Loine Holmes left Tucson after a ten day visit. Mr English is improving after an operation and plans to be about town soon. Gildon and Ivan Jobinson hunted Mallards downriver. Mre Poa Murray and children visit Tombstone from Hereford. Frank Winters seeks ducks along the river. Ed Myers and TD Burton arrived from Oklahoma City. Wm Trelease passes through en route to San Francisco. E. H Stover arrives from Neon with family. George Moore leaves for Globe to locate. Echols visits from Dragon. Porter McDonald leaves for southern county on official business. C Perew from Los Angeles in Tombstone for mining. Epworth League social at Methodist church tomorrow evening. Mrs. Earl Reed leaves for Douglas for extended visit.
A Magdalena dispatch reports fifty men under the district prefect left for Ceris Pierto to join the chase of a rebel band. Col Eciho Kosterlitzky and his rurales had the rebels surrounded but awaited reinforcements to close in.
Judge Fletcher M. Dean City Clerk E A Hogies Deputy Recorder Arthur Ivey and others from the local lodge departed for Tucson to attend the Masonic Grand Lodge session in the old Pueblo, where delegates will be in session for several days.
Ex county treasurer J N Gaines, former Tombstone resident and 1909 officeholder, visited the city from Douglas via Los Angeles. He was ill and operated on for appendicitis but has regained health and plans a few days of old acquaintances in Tombstone.
Report notes two carloads of verapere arrived for railroad construction at Basco, seen as sign the Port Lobos line will resume track laying soon in the near future.
In a Phoenix newspaper interview Governor Sloan expresses hope Congress will approve new statehood efforts. He frames concessions as acceptable if they advance statehood and urges amendments later to fix constitutional issues.
The Arizona Statehood Committee is organizing a mission from Phoenix to Washington to press for statehood. Leaders pledged include Eugene Brady ONeill, Wolf Smith, Frank Avis, Lin Crme, and others. George W Hunt of Globe chairs the convention. about 25 supporters expected to join the delegations from across the territory.
In recent weeks 108 Mexican workers at the mines in Ray quit, collected time checks, and told friends they were joining insurgent forces in Mexico, departing toward the international border.
Tomorrow marks Saint Valentine’s Day, a season built on centuries old customs. The idea of exchanging amorous letters and gifts like flowers and candies persists among young men and maidens as February’s mood centers on romance.
The telegram received in Tombstone last Saturday evening by District Attorney John Williane states no election content for removal. The message was relayed to Delegate Relph Cameroo concerning county affairs.
An election item concerns the removal of Goebise county goat RALPH H CAMERON. The notice mentions John S. Williams and Tom Stone as participants in the Telegram reporting chain and references Arenetates center paving the subject of the vote.
Government notices outline future rules for cross-border movement from Mexico. Non cargo and nonessential goods may be returned to the country of origin. Federal inspectors will enforce entry points and shipments into Mexico. Military authorities may detain or arrest those attempting to move prohibited items across the border.
Stormy weather hindered attendance at Tombstone churches yesterday but services proceeded. The Rev. Ho A. Deck preached a morning sermon on New Jerusalem while an evening topic titled A Mistake and Its Sequel drew a fair crowd at the Saint Paul church. Sunday school reported attendance of 60 plus with Julia Rockfellow leading a Christian Endeavor meeting. No League service was held due to the storm at meeting hour.
Turner and Carille returned from a Sonora chase after horse thieves for Empire Cattle Co. They witnessed a Mexican shot and buried after digging his own grave, a federal execution marked by a prisoner’s final letter. They found rebel bands courteous and a well garrisoned country.
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