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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1921
Page
6
A Douglas page item reports on efforts by new supervisors in Douglas to hold a busy session. It notes President Obregon’s labor policy stance in Mexico and mentions diplomats and officials discussing mutual interests between the nations. The piece references recent movements and statements about ongoing cooperation.
The new Cochise county board faced a busy start though smoothly operating. Chair Joan Mart, and members Adam Moldover and D. A. Adams were elected unanimously, with Kaehlenbeeker recognized for past service. Secretary Sid Was and Ernest Hal noted that checks cannot be used to cover auto license payments. renewed discussions addressed check issuance and identifying reliable payers.
Emory D. Miller editor of the Border Vidette has been named postmaster for Nogales succeeding the late Warren G. Harding era. The appointment places Miller, a Nogales resident and longtime newspaper man, in charge of city mail operations.
The Arizona academic, head of the mathematics division at the University of Chicago, was chosen president of a national association for a four year term. TP Maccouvall, director of the desert botanical laboratories at Tucson, was elected general secretary.
Harrs Lucas Cook, 32, was found hanged yesterday morning in a house at 221 South Twelfth Ave. Neighbors reported the body had been seen near the dwelling since last Saturday. Coroner MeKer conducted an inquest noting the man lived alone, was a native of England, and had worked as a cook in the valley for several years.
William A Work is named deputy land commissioner by Rudolph Kuehler. The board announces department heads including Kasebrey as chief accountant, Layton as classifier and appraiser, MacLeod as classifying officer, and Durtes as district health officer. Minor staff appointments follow with plans for further deputy chief appointment delayed by salary limits. A Warren delegation seeks a deputy sheriff nightwatchman amid local robberies.
The State Geological Survey reports mine output values increasing in Arizona as gold and silver gains offset copper declines. In 1920 gold production rose to about 4.59 million dollars, while copper prices fell under 13 cents a pound, curbing large-scale copper milling and reducing total value.
The United States Post Office marks its tenth anniversary with a new postal savings card replacing the ten cent card in use since 1911. The card, issued free, can be deposited as $1 or redeemed for cash. It features a translation of the pledge to preserve deposits, with 48 post offices originally establishing the system. Postmaster General Horaceon reports total deposits surpassing $162 million and loans exceeding the half million mark.
In Phoenix on January 1, Maricopa County voters approved a bond issue totaling 4.5 million dollars, with the overall program reaching 5.506 million. The measure is set to fund a network of concrete highways across the county, aiming to position Maricopa County among the leading districts for road development and public works.
A Phoenix resident James Wall was robbed of 47 dollars by a lone bandit during a car holdup late last night. Wall chased the assailant after a scuffle on the running board and was shot at while pursuing. the bandit leaped away, and authorities searched the area but found no suspect.
A January 1 report from Phoenix notes a prohibition on the sale of extract of sweet orange in Arizona. The action is tied to a Department of Justice and state law conflict with the United States Constitution. Attorney Wiley E. Jones, acting as State’s Attorney General, provided the opinion.
Copper and silver production across major Arizona mines fell short of earlier hopes as demand for copper eased late 1919 into 1920. Output from key mines like Copper Queen United Verde and Calumet & Arizona shifted, with electrolysis up at New Cornelia and lead ore shipments from Shattuck and Tombstone districts. Dividends paid by Arizona mining firms in the first months of 1920 reached about 16.7 million dollars, with Phelps Dodge contributing an additional 4.5 million from its Mexico and New Mexico operations.
An Arizona agricultural brief notes farmers faced sharp price drops across crops. Data from J. M. Harrison and the University of Arizona Extension Service quote 1920 production on about 22,540 acres with estimated output near 52 million pounds valued around 11,475,950. Wheat, alfalfa, potatoes, and other staples show varying yields and per acre figures, highlighting reduced value compared with 1919.
In Noga Arizona a elderly man named Vat lejo saved frightened children from a burning home. He plunged into flames to reach them and dragged them to safety but suffered severe injuries to hands and face. His act is hailed as heroic though his life hangs in the balance.
In Kingman Arizona a postmaster named Head and his wife were found dead at home after missing a New Year’s dance. Both had poison in glasses and a poison package was found. Head left his office Friday noon saying he would not return. Mrs Head appeared to have died first. The couple had been married four months. No motive or informant details available.
Aziz Kingman January 2 report shows Meguil Covera shot dead at a cabin near Oatman. Sheriff’s detectives pursue Porfirio Sanche in connection with the killing.
Plans for multiple hydroelectric projects in Arizona advance with Salt River Valley and Agua Fria watershed developments. Roosevelt Dam’s 4800 kW plant continues after repairs while water flow below the dam was halted to prioritize irrigation. Funding from AA. Kurrick and Frank Mongham supports irrigating 20 000 acres west of Phoenix.
A Daily Pros brief recount notes an Arizona Republic error mislisting house membership. It clarifies Democrats will control the lower chamber by one vote, despite initial Republican majority figures and two Democratic members omitted from the Island tally.
Customs house specifies new lower prices for silver and copper. Silver at four cents per ounce, copper at ten cents per pound, replacing prior higher values. Figures reflect Mexican export duty removal and United States import implications.
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