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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1915
Page
5
Fragmented list of land deeds mortgages and satisfactions from Cochise County records. Mentions Bank of Douglas Bisbee properties and transfers, plus scattered notes on local events and human interest items including a storm anecdote and a wedding rumor in Bisbee.
A mixed Phoenix report covers Wm P Marshall visiting with Governor Irwin, ore prospects near Mammoth showing high grade copper with silver content, and a mining firm deal to pump water at Tombstone mines. Also noted are local arrests, a sheriff’s former regional figure, and word of General Sherman’s death affecting regional sentiment.
Opening day in the Superior Court for the year as jurors report. The State v Robert Gray for assault with a deadly weapon is called for trial this afternoon, with a list of trial jurors and attending social attendees recorded.
In superior court yesterday State vs Robert Gasy ended with a not guilty verdict on a deadly vexper charge. State vs Ernest Scofield resulted in a guilty finding for petty larceny and a four month county jail sentence. State vs Bell was dismissed along with State vs Mendoca. A special verdict was issued for fifteen jurors returnable Tuesday. Monday was a legal holiday. State vs Frage was continued for hearing.
In a Superior Court trial on February 10, George List was acquitted of disturbing the peace while picketing outside a Local cafeteria. The jury hinged its verdict on the state picket law as interpreted by court instructions, upholding union right to picket under the new statute. This marked the first case tried under the enacted law.
The Phoenix report notes Senate action on bills including thresholds for county salaries and public printing, a minimum wage for women, and federal fish hatcheries. It mentions the governor signing a publicity measure and a county seat removal bill that moves to the governor, with opposition from Senators Bacon, Martin, and McMillan.
The article outlines a busy legislative day with debates on a one house legislature, census powers, and educational surveys. It notes bills postponements and passage on court fees and tax issues, plus proposed state boards, pensions, and utilities expansion.
The Tusayan National Forest in northern Arizona wins the District 3 Award of Merit for best fire discovery and suppression. The 1.8 million acre Tusayan recorded 65 fires totaling 25.30 acres with about 58 fires extinguished before reaching a quarter of an acre.
Harry E. Pickett of Tombstone, a leading figure in legal and social circles, traveled from the county seat to a Gadsden ball. He refused interview on the county seat removal bill but spoke freely about a rising prosperity surrounding a historic old camp.
The Grand Bail at Gage Hall, hosted by the ladies of St Pauls Parish, aims to be a memorable season opener for the church. A decorated hall, supper from the old National restaurant, and a Tombstone City Band concert on Allen Street precede the dance to raise funds.
The Ladies of St Pauls Guild Episcopal church hosted a grand ball last night at Gage Hall. About a hundred couples danced to the Turalsstesty Orchestra and enjoyed a served supper with proceeds benefiting the church fund. City visitors and local dignitaries attended, with plans for another dance in the near future.
Phoenix February 15 The Supreme Court affirmed the Pima County Superior Court ruling in Louis Gherna’s case. Gherna was arrested for selling liquor under the state constitution prohibition amendment. His attorneys argued non self executing status and interstate clause conflicts. The court ruled against these contentions.
Recent findings show height rises more in warm months while weight declines. Women may continue growing taller after men stop, with some mothers adding up to an inch to stature beyond age twenty five.
A reader reports suffering from nervous prostration improved after taking Dr Hot Nervine. She describes severe weakness, trembling, and sleeplessness but notes relief and urges others to try the remedy via their druggist. The piece also mentions surgical uses of kangaroo sinews for wound sewing and bone binding.
The article discusses milk usage in coats and for nourishment, noting its role in bone and health contexts. It mentions albatross bones used as mouthpieces for pipes, highlighting a shift away from amber and toward milk and bone applications.
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