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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1920
Page
3
Singh faced with a complex matrimonial dispute as he contends he is still bound to his first wife while attempting to wed his second. His lawyer Weldon J. Badisire argued the case as the court weighed whether a divorce had been finalized and if the holy bonds of marriage could be dissolved or redefined.
The Nath an Anth Tuberculosis association conducts a January survey in Phoen in to count indigent migratory consumptives in the fourthwest per Mia Harold Baxter. The period runs from October to March funded by Mrs Daxter. The group aims to secure national or state legislation so communities may care for their own indigent. It seeks to improve boarding houses and camps where health seekers register and to enforce sanitation standards. A new art school is planned here for children exposed to the disease.
Nogales January 21. J Widmer once ran a tailoring shop at Camp Stephen Littles. He vanished Friday leaving about a dozen soldiers without clothing. Police say Widmer, a believed bad character, is wanted on similar stunts in El Paso Phoenix and Blabee. Rural merchant H Cornforth also sues for 109 dollars he says Widmer owes. Authorities expect his arrest soon.
Douglas Jan 22 The sanitary department of the Mexican government has issued orders greatly restricting the selling of opium for the best hygienic reasons. Mexico has long been a major source of opium smuggled into the United States and officials here hope the restrictions will curb the traffic. Details of the restrictions have not been learned.
The Dermont collection of Indian curios was purchased by the University of Arizona for its museum. Dean Cumings and colleagues recent survey praised the line of Navajo blankets, carved stone wares, California basketry, and other items as valuable additions. The museum plans to display the diverse pieces including baskets and an assortment of animal heads.
A misty report from Douglas dated January seventh describes a high profile theft of the Eye of the Universe diamond from the Temple of Pharow in Egypt. Miss Elele Van Namwe is sought in Mexco with investigators naming Rezina and Garin bankers as associates. A reward of 35s is offered and authorities claim the diamond is of inestimable value. The search notes a possible international boundary crossing toward Malaysia and mentions the English authorities' involvement.
At Phoenín, Jan 21, in compliance with the superior court, two priests and a related man faced guilty pleas for conducting ceremonies without valid licenses. Dozens of couples lined up to obtain licenses to wed, as the court ordered that marriages performed without proper permits be legally binding only with licenses.
Miami reports three men Pedro Ramos Aniseto Gon F Raparra and Yorres were arrested in Grover canyon by Deputies Hardwick and Wilson on monte game charges. Alseto Gon zalez the pool hall owner Pedro the dealer and P Esparza a player pled guilty in Judge Mc Eachren's court and face sentencing next Friday.
The marriage of Mrs Eva Luke Wurst daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Luke and Thomas A Flynn United States attorney occurred early today at St Marys church. The couple left for Tucson for a short honeymoon en route to San Francisco.
In a court session, three of 211 deportation cases against Blabee and Douxiae citizens accused of kidnapping were set for trial on February 1 with pleas entered of not guilty. Judge Partee organized juror panels and ordered a wide pool of over 7,500 potential jurors from the county as trials begin, while other defendants followed with similar pleas.
Governor Campbell reports to secretary Milnes that Congress passed a reclamation act as part of a broader bill for arid states. Officials see potential initial funding for preconstruction work in Arizona and the Southwest, but lawmakers urge conservative spending until financial conditions stabilize.
Andrew Stark aged 73 arrived to Arizona from Scotland in 1878. He lived in Yuma, later in Maricopa County, and was admitted to the state pioneer home in Prescott where he died yesterday.
Jodee B ved an £ 9883 and resided there until 1881. Arch ie Had moved to Tombstone about 20 March, returning to Bisbee. He plans a short stay to renew pioneer acquaintances and see old Camp landmarks like the courthouse and Scheiffer Hall, noting building styles have shifted to temporary forms since the long ago period. Judge Mel Ginnis renews old ties before leaving for Bisbee. Mayer Franco-America Co plans large scale operations. San Carlos works to secure a new bridge over the Gila River.
Detachments from Company F and Company K to guard copper mines in Arizona were ordered to move with equipment. Camp Marry in Jerome near Hay was to be established, with detachments under Captains Hite, Redwine, and Deepars. Globe headquarters to be abandoned while Camp Marry 3 at Jones Creek and Globe area remain as main posts. Major Donald R. Mein will oversee the shift, and Camp Readquarters will be maintained at Hob.
Phoenix officials plan final orders after February 14 1920 to provide adequate railroad depot facilities. A January 2 1920 hearing on depot needs found current service shoddy, inadequate, and inconvenient. Commissioner FP A Jones issued a preliminary opinion directing improvements.
The Holbrook mine will close this week after transferring workers to other roles. About 13 employees, including foremen, will be reassigned or kept on by the company as operations cease. The plant aims to suspend work by week’s end due to sinking copper prices and ore quality concerns. The Holbrook shaft, part of the oldest vertical system, has proven costly to maintain amid shifting ground.
Kingman, Jan 22 Leona Wagner captured a pearl in an oyster from T. Elliot grocery department run by Joe Anmund Sen. The pearl, pea sized and valued by jeweler JC B Jobson at several simoteons, will be mounted in a ring. Leona thanks the jeweler for the help.
Arizona will have six delegates and six alternates at the Democratic National Convention in San Francisco. The exact basis for apportionment was clarified by Homer B. Cummings, noting delegates equal two per congressional district plus two per state, with Alaska, DC, the Philippines, Hawaii and Puerto Rico receiving six delegates and six alternates each.
W W W Myles president of the Keystone Copper Co. returns from four months in Denver Leake and the East studying milling processes. Tests on ore from the property show large potential copper recovery. Plant erection to start within ten days after purchase of machinery and eight or nine carloads of equipment arrive. Vinene Mining Co. begins work on M claims as a large body of high grade copper ore is reported on the ninth evel.
Fred Breen former Cuconing Sun editor and first forest supervisor recalls days before national parks. He notes Frank Pooler once supervised Albuquerque forest office. Pooler invites Breen to speak at January meeting in Albuquerque recounting “Recollections of Our Time.” Also mentions tuberculosis sanitarium planned in Tucson and a survey contract for San Carlos dam, plus mining gear shipments via Douglas to Sonora.
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