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Newspaper

Tombstone Epitaph

Location

Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Feb 29, 1920

Page

7

Tuberculosis Eradication Urged In Arizona Herds

Dr Williams of the Arizona College of Agriculture warns that bovine tuberculosis spreads widely in farm herds while range stock remain relatively unaffected. He advocates yearly herd testing, separating diseased cows, and humane disposal or processing, with state laws guiding vaccination and eradication efforts. Two U.S. officers released from captivity near the Arizona-Sonora boundary are reported in a brief update.

Williams Phoenix R. H. Williams College of Agriculture Willian Salt River Valley United Sia

Sonora’s Rain Fuels Prosperity In Present State

Sonora shows strong outlook amid a good rainy season raising cattle prospects and crop hopes. Mining gains update in Hablacor district near Arizpe with the Santa Ana mine under James V. Fryer and Alfred Paul showing positive development with two addits driving and promising ore shipments ahead.

Hablacor Arizpe Santa Ana James V. Fryer Alfred Paul

Apparent Attempt to Rob Holbrook Bank

An apparent attempt to rob Holbrook State Bank on February 25 ended when the burglar alarm sounded. A man escaped through a trap door in the vault area after attempting to pry the safe, with a bystander reporting a man seen in the alley. Authorities note the trap door had been bolted and secured before, preventing entry.

Holbrook Bank Holbrook Holbrook State Bank Raynolds Tly

Circus Teamster Found Dead at Circus in February

A circus teamster was found dead at the ALGames circus yesterday in Phoenix. The man, identified as one of the troupe, had only been hired Saturday and remained in the city over the weekend. Coroner Wheeler and officers are seeking relatives as investigators determine cause of death, initially unclear but suspected heart failure.

Phoenix Ano Niaely Sid Wiweler Clean Man

Believed King of Dope Peddlers Arrested

In Tucson a man identified as the so called king of dope peddlers was arrested by Detective Cowanch Shaw, real name Bozarth, on drug possession charges. Police found from $75 to $100 worth of shoW in his possession, a vial in the lining of his cap and a larger bottle in his trousers. He admitted his name as Shaw, claiming fear of newspapers and his wife learning of the arrest.

Tucson Cowanch OT Shaw Bozarth Betas Ee Shaw

Special federal court term opens with busy docket in Arizona

Judge David P Dyer of Missouri presiding at the special spring term of the federal court convened in Arizona. Several preliminary matters and the federal grand jury began duties while motions against A. Peters and others on conspiracy to defraud the government were continued. Demurrers set for March 9 before Samuel C. Pandolfo, with court hours and adjournment patterns noted. Jury schedule and two month term anticipated, as U S attorney Latesten outlined potential new crime cases.

David P Dyer Missouri A. 2. Peters Samuel C. Pandolfo Benson Dyer Arizon Weboreh HL Asstet Sled

Campbell to Attend Southwest League Meeting

Governor of California and five western governors will attend the Los Angeles meeting on February 12 and 13 to discuss a proposed comprehensive plan for the Colorado River basin and related interstate issues.

Campbell Southwest League Phoenin California Amibrony Great Southwestern Colorado River Southwest Los Angele Werners

Inspiration Stores Provide Explosives for State Highway Dept

In Miami on February 27 the Inspiration Consolidated Copper company offered MMM pounds of high explosives to the state highway department. The gift relieves the department of significant expense and storage concerns as powder arrives from Fort Wingate New Mexico.

Miami Arizona

Plans for State Rifle Matches Discussed

An informal dinner and meeting of the state rifle association executive committee held at the Commercial club in Phoenix. Attendees included Geo J Moskruge state secretary C Gulley state executive officer J LaTourette Phoenix Rifle Club president and members from Phoenix Tucson clubs. They arranged May Tucson ranges matches with dates and courses to be announced soon.

State Rifle Association Commercial Cate Geo. J. Moskruge C. Gulley J. LaTourette Phoenix Rifle Club Phoenix Tucson

Bunco Spider Parlor Parody Claims Years Gone By

Mrs Mettie Bailey of Miami recounts a bygone bunco era in verse and prose with a playful allegory of a spider and fly. The piece nostalgically critiques con men as crowds press their offices and gold bricks tempt the unwary while the spider rests.

Wealthy mining man dies from Villa cruelty in Mexico

George W. Boyes, a Denver millionaire with Phoenix ties, died after prolonged confinement in Fran the Mexican bandit Villas camps. He reportedly endured decayed burro meat and harsh mistreatment that weakened his health beyond recovery. Royce, once a prominent engineer, held West wide real estate and Mexican mining links with Thomas W. Lawson.

Denver Cola Med Fran George W. Boyes Phoenix Aris Royce Ctrl Villas Boyce Hoyer Ville Cisco Vt Royce West Chicago Wisconsin Ceunry Thomas W. Lawson

Legion Masquerade Delights Large Crowd at Gage Hall

A large crowd filled Gage Hall Saturday night for Fourr Post of the American Legion masquerade. Tombstone City Band provided music as dancers and spectators enjoyed a festive scene with elaborate costumes. Prizes honored Mrs W. A Pennett and Mrs Ed Eck, Lowell Roh won best dressed man, and Richard Laton received the booby prize. The event drew praise for entertainment value and finances, with plans for Carnival Dance on St Patrick’s Day and summer street dances featuring the City Band.

Gage Hall Fourr Post The American Legion Tombstone City Bingerlie Kansas Souza Nothias W. 4. Pennett Ed Eck Penson Richard Lat Cochise County Legion Boys Tombetune City le Blon Kon Boys St. Pars Ridk Gago Leston Boys

Douglas High School Cadet Walkout Apology Read

Douglas High School students who left campus during drill were readmitted after signing a formal apology prepared by Principal Wellesweyer. The note vows patriotic conduct, to be read in assembly and published in papers. A separate item reports County Treasurer Guy Welch denying a newspaper claim he refused to pay Attorney A A Worsley, stating no warrant had been presented and the matter rests with the board of supervisors.

Douglas Douglas High School George Washington EE. Wellesweyer Bulletin Boar Worsley Guy C. We Leit A. A. Worsley French Welch Board of Supervisors

Arrest of Jack Allen Near Leh Sparks Brush Creek Capture

Jack Allen was arrested by a posse near Lehi Arizona after a chase in the Salt River bed. He is accused by former partner Marion Randall of robbing her and taking an automobile and money on a motor trip from Douglas. Randall reported the theft on the Tempe road near Tenet, with $4.50 noted as a recovered amount. Officers said the automobile and camp gear were found in Allen's possession. The report also mentions Porepaugh tracing the fox hunting site at Date Creek and a perfumed bait used by a hunter, with dogs reacting but wildlife avoiding the area.

Phoenix Jack Allen Marion Randall Randall Salt River Lehi Ariz Allen Mien Douglas Tempe Date Creek Porepaugh Cleanuy Bartiegion

Rifle Match Between Captain Heney and Captain Stewart Teams

The weekly rifle match at the range Sunday ended with Captain Stewart's team winning by fourteen points. Scores show Stewart leading with 114 to Heney's 124 and other marks listed. skirmish runs were Kendall 78 and Hill 78 among others, with total 672. The event, held in Tombstone, featured heavy reinforcements and a fast pace.

Heney Stewarts Stewart Tangus Stewar Almy Smith Him Taylor Dugat Kendall Eowley Jacobson Eidsen Lulley Tombstone Hill Army

Jury Here Considers Cole White Slavery Case Phoenix

Phoenix February 2000 Federal prohibition agent G Cole arrested in Tucson on white slavery charges will be brought to Phoenix for a special jury review. The unusual action aims to have the jury consider the evidence and decide the case. Grand jury sessions in Tucson begin May first. Cole seeks transfer to Tucson or trial here based on his request. Mary Moore, linked to the case, is aiding in securing his defense and declares support regardless of outcome.

Phoenix G Cole Tucson Wension Cole Ansterret Yer Cole Mary Moore Maryland Altoona

Paradise Mines Expansion Sees New Machinery Installed

Paradise shows more activity as the First Ton and Mines company advances development, with D Boterd overseeing work. Cochise Mineral Mines under new management by Mr Ruffner reports favorable progress and a Diesel drill driving development, while Ajax property and HEL Top Extension plan further uses and improvements in Paradise.

Otto EL Dietric 1St Ton and Mines Company Delaved & Me Cochise Mineral Mines Fexy Tf D. Boterd

Arizona United announces limited ore shipments under halt

Fem 24 M Libber superintendent states that Arizona United ships enough ore to pay development. A force of employees is kept to copper in bert Jemand, Johnson Development beginning development after a six month suspension. Retimbering mats and shade work are planned as the project resumes.

Fem Arizona United Bert Jemand Johnson Development Ln

Attorneys Change Minds About Col Pacers Case

A garbled report discusses attorneys changing positions on a Colorado murder related case. It mentions Tucson and several individuals including Cole and Mary Moore, with references to legal actions, waivers, and transfers. The text is fragmentary and lacks clear outcomes or dates.

Attorney General Praises Suffles For Work In Arizona Case

The Attorney General commends George Ho Supaliey and AVIGDE At torney General Mitthes for actions in a Arizona case involving a shipment of fuel and a delay at a Dragoon area store. A report by John Reystope prompted praise for investigative work and coordination across Texas and Arizona during the incident.

Phoenix Foir Creimeaging George Ho Supaliey Fair Rice Avigde AL Mitthest John Reystope Liz Aresod Chicago Gunal Hills Dragoon Mney

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