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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1919
Page
3
Arizona House members and observers debated a grazing lease bill allowing renewals and long terms. Land Commissioner Moeur opposed strict limits, warning long leases favor large owners over homesteaders. a Salt River Valley landholder supported reform. The committee endorsed passage amid questions on federal reach and state land policy.
Private advices from Washington reported an appropriation bill begun this week carrying 100000 dollars for a federal building at Prescott and likely to pass. An arrival from Phoenix said Washington sources expected an amendment of 50000 to 100000 dollars. Meanwhile Tungsten Reef Mining Company installs a concentration mill.
Phoenix February 15. Governor Campbell may sign house bill 34 which has passed the senate to re record all brands in use and wipe out obsolete ones totaling nearly 10 000. Officials and cattlemen say the plan will simplify the brand question. Also notes senate action on highway and tax measures and three new senate bills on inheritance taxes volunteer firemen and fire department relief.
Feb 15. Representative proposals seek to curb investment companies operating in Arizona. House bill No. 120 would require each investment company to deposit 350000 with two or more securities for the benefit of stockholders, plus additional semiannual deposits to cover six month liabilities. Public officials would be barred from association with investment firms. Other measures address debt limits for three years, and a three year statute of limitations on certain actions. Chiropractics practice regulation and a state board are proposed with license fees and penalties. Delbridge requests 2080 for state highway funding under federal cooperation.
A heated week saw the so called slander bill beaten today by a 15 to 15 tie with five excused votes. The Ajo Court bill passed the house by a large majority. A committee recommendation urged passage of a substitute Senate bill to lift the 10 percent tax limit and allow counties to cover epidemic related debts. The Arkansas pruning code amendment was withdrawn and a substitute bill will replace it during the February 18 session.
Arizona dairy groups with Mesa and Gilbert officials push to curb Dairy Commissioner powers and rewrite law to remove daily violation charges, cut penalties, and shift enforcement to statutes. Creamery interests seek monthly payments changes and lower butter fat requirements to align with California producers.
February report from Phoenix notes telegraph to Governor Campbell urging immediate use of a $5,000 welcome fund for Arizona fighters returning from the east. The grant, approved by both houses in Senate Bill 48, awaits the governor’s signature to become law as Arizona troops arrive in casual companies and hospitals along the East Coast. Governor Campbell, Earl Parker, and Holmuist I som were on a road tour through the Southern and Western parts of the state and planned to return to the capitol by Monday after visiting Welton and Yuma.
Arizona authorities plan to expose a suitcase bootlegging route from Los Angeles to Arizona after brakeman George Black was arrested for possessing liquor. Black claims thirsty Arizonans receive whiskey via suitcases carried to Flagstaff and concealed near a newspaper stand, with further arrests tied to officials profiting from illegal imports.
February 17 the construction of all state buildings was stopped by Andrew Jagmert Jr, head of the state commission of state institutions. Only the capitol addition continues as emergency appropriations loom. He warned Bau tt of disruption amid industrial unrest and said work will resume after legislature acts.
February 17 report lists 23 Arizona women added to the Hist of Arizona delegates appointed by Governor Campbell for the Pacific Coast Congress of a Lane of Nations in San Francisco February 19 and 20. The Tucson group includes Mrs. R. B. von KleinSmid Mrs. Byron Cummings and others. Bisbee and Globe participants named.
Phoenix, Feb. 17 The Wortham Brothers shows, denied a Tucson license, exhibit in Phoenix by operating under the Woodmen of the World auspices with a local license.
Fire destroyed the frame barracks at Fort Apache early Thursday, leaving only two sets of barracks. The blaze began at 12 40 am in the frame building, consuming the structure and much gear. Troop 1, 10th Cavalry occupied the building, with water supply poor and snow on the ground hindering access.
Senator and Mrs C S Roberts hosted a dinner honoring returning overseas boys. The Witt on Range News notes patriotic table decor with cupid and heart cards, corsage fruit bowls for ladies, white carnation bows for men, and valentine cigars. Attendees included J C Wilkes, T D Palgh, Kubo, Jess Steward, and Alberta Patsham among others.
Tax forms for individuals and corporations will be mailed from the collector's office in Phoenix on February 15 1919. Returns must be penned signed and mailed with payment by March 15 1919. Forms cover incomes up to five thousand dollars and exceed.
Anuel Remo, 24, of Agua Prieta, reportedly used a broken meth bottle to kill himself after a long illness. He slashed his abdomen to the vitals and died after five hours of agony despite a physician’s efforts. He had lived with his parents in Agua Prieta all year and was well known.
Phoenix February 17 The Arizona Oil and Refining company and the Extwards Oil & Refining company audit at the state corporation commission is taking longer than expected. No serious discrepancies have been found so far.
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