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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1913
Page
4
Henry Irvin Indian charged with killing another Indian at Spring Creek settlement north of Gila county arrives in Globe. He was shot through the lung by the dead Indian’s gun after adopting the victim and is warded at the county hospital.
County Superintendent H H Hotchkiss announced one of the county’s largest school appropriations totaling 170 098 28 for 65 districts. Notable allocations include Tombstone Bisbee Douglas Willcox and Tombstone with districts enjoying full terms, while many rural schools have shorter terms during the Great school year.
The Arizona Assessors' Association held a three day session in Yome with eleven assessors present from Santa Cruz, Mohave, and Apache counties not represented. The meeting produced several resolutions to refer to the state legislature for the forthcoming session. Re-elected officers include Thomas Campbell of Yavapai as president Geo Treuman of Pinal as vice president Ed Hughes of Cochise as secretary and H H Halbert of Pima as assistant secretary.
John B Cromb and Clifton cattlemen push a grand broncho busting contest as the feature of the cattlemen's convention. Clarence Phillips, Greenlee county cowboy known in Cochise county, backs to win against all but the champion with bets ranging from 250 to 1000 dollars. Phillips placed second last year at the Lucky Beldein ranch tournament and claims the title of Arizona champion. His friends insist he is the champion, though Phillips is modest and unassuming.
The social report of the county government for 1913, compiled by Clerk A Charger, nearing completion. It will cover salaries, disbursements, and receipts from all offices from court to constable and be submitted at the next board meeting on Monday February 3. Assistant Clerk Oscar K Goll is preparing the delinquent tax roll to accompany the report, with an estimated total of about 35000, lighter than ten years ago.
Jobo Beleers, former Tombstone resident and ex owner of Winkle mac ice plant, closed a deal on two patented claims in the Old Jerry Gardner mines in the Whetstone mountains, 30 miles from Tombstone. Buyer Aliens of Tombstone owns the property and Beleers bond is set at twenty thousand dollars. development machinery and miners to be deployed at once.
Robert Axtell was brought to Tombstone for surgical attention after a knot in wood deflected an axe blade, biting the right leg below the knee. Dr Hughart required fourteen stitches to close the wound, which bled heavily and left him weak, though he can move about today with crutches.
Rumors persist that Saginaw Dean and Warren mines may be absorbed by larger firms. At Bisbee no definite action has occurred, with O and A controlling Saginaw and Bennettuck holding Dean while Warren remains independent. A current rumor suggests Bagvnew may be acquired as 02M eyes a drift from Jonction to Seginee shafts.
The nickel of new design featuring an Indian bead will enter circulation February 1. Treasury Secretary McVeagh has approved the new motif and the plan proceeds as announced by the department.
Judge W F Cooper presided in Tucson as Judge Sutter was disqualified. Several civil cases ruled and criminal calendar dates set with Gabe Adame murder trial moved to January 28 and other criminal matters to February 12. Damages case from Cochise recall petition noted, with amendments allowed for Jenkins re W Garrard et al.
Courtland notes a tangle in appointing justices of the peace and constables across Arizona. If a couple marries by a peace official and later court rulings overturn that official, would the marriage be legal. The piece suggests ministers may gain a temporary monopoly in this line of work.
WD Heywood, a national figure tied to Moyer and Pettibone era clashes, lectured in Miami. Though not flamboyant, he spoke effectively, recounting strikes and the use of soldiers and national guardsmen to suppress labor actions. He urged unity under a single labor organization.
Refused entry in the United States leads to arrests of Lenardo Flores, his daughter Marie, and Liego Martioes. Officials allege illegal residence, with deportation planned. Source notes Martives is a Cadaverter from the Mexican army. Women reportedly allied with Mexican soldiers.
The Cattlemen's Association offered a $500 reward for the arrest and conviction of those killing stock belonging to members. The reward totaling $1,000 was paid at Courtland on Saturday by Supervisor Wm Rigge and Judge Page in cases involving John Oldham and James Herron.
New Years day Turkey Creek coyote hunt organized by Fred Williams and M Watkins with twenty men per side. Williams team scored 6285 points to 3400 for Watkins. Bill Rohl top score 895 for Watkins while Jay Pressey made 1025 for the winning side. A cyater lap and dance will tear the coat of C M Watkins.
Reports from the Moctezuma district say 500 rebels are encamped within 40 miles of the town under general Rafael Campa. Federales ferried rebels across the Bavispo river in boats carrying 15 each, while 600 federals confronted them 10 meters away. A general attack on Sonora border ports is planned for the first week of February. The rebels claim ample funds and caches of arms to arm 1000 additional men on the Mexican side.
Delegates of the American National Live Stock association subscribed 12000 dollars in half an hour in Phoenix to advance organizational work and to push for passage of a land leasing law.
Sulphur Spring Valley Notes reports JV Lambdin hosting about 800 people at his place last week. President C E Knox of the Commonwealth company left for Tonopah Nevada after several days in Pearce. Frank Geers enters hog testing, reducing costs with ten head. Alfred Fountain, eldest son of Mr and Mrs Lea Fountain of Douglas, died Monday from pneumonia after a recent move from Courtland. Temes Montano had a mishap with a Leadville Stables wagon but was uninjured. he was thrown but escaped harm. A man returned from El Paso with neuralgia. doctors found no serious issue and he will resume work at the power house Monday.
Thursday's Daily notes PA Larrieu head of the Toe Bush Academic of Science at Turver and Aviation Station director visiting Tombstone. Larrieu, elected Coroner by precinct last election, was pushed out by redistricting. Other arrivals include L E Carilio of Nogales, Attorney Beumler from the smelter city, Conductor George Davey resuming duties, and many court officials from Douglas, Bisbee, and Tucson staying brief.
Frit Mra Marry Wheeler returns from San Francisco with Sherif Wheeler and clerk Clerles Wiles of Lowell arrive brief visit with Tombstone friends. Attorneys Cleary and Williams attend court. Reeves still recovering from lagrippe. Judge schedule notes trial jury convening January 27 as engineers and officials circulate in county seats. George A Olney reports Vice President elect Marshall will arrive in Phoenix January 18.
The rebel situation in Sonora was marked yesterday by the absence of reliable reports. No new developments near Moctezama and Agus Prieta were reported as federal officials expect no major rebel move until weather moderates, while federals prepare to block entry into populated areas.
The Chinese in Sonora gather funds to safeguard wealth before possible incursions. With immigration authorities’ consent, several residents moved about $7,000 to banks across the line in Douglas for safe keeping.
Court entries list divorces for Ida Kline and Conception Thompson with addresses and defendants. Probate proceedings set for January 31 hearings for Esther Hockiotenmer and Martin Costello to settle distributions. A Superior Court suit by C C Corrance and BA Kimmel seeks recovery of real estate from fevso with rent and costs noted.
Farmers in the Sulphur Springs valley anticipate the best year yet as heavy snows soften the land and winter plowing proceeds near McNeal. They expect double or more acreage for crops like beans Kaffir corn milo maize and sorghum with plans to form a bean growing cooperative to harvest and market the valley crop. Many will also plant tomatoes and other vegetables for the cannery.
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