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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1911
Page
4
An editor in the region sparks outrage by joking about Adam and Eve with a claimed rib makeover. Women in his bailiwick press for space to respond, turning the paper into a forum for debate.
The Los Angeles Mining Review urges holding the next American Mining Congress gathering in Arizona. It notes the territory’s mining industry growth and upcoming statehood, arguing these factors place Arizona in the front rank as a suitable meeting location.
The remark notes that in Chinese disasters such as floods or quakes the death toll often exceeds 15 000, or that figures below that threshold are not reported. The wording carries a critical view of casualty reporting practices.
A speaker declares that soldiers should be fed with solid meals rather than compressed tablets and urges immediate provision of a proper square meal, signaling dissatisfaction with current rations and indicating a demand for better sustenance for troops.
Several new cases listed include Lillie Teller versus James J Telfer for divorce, Emmett McCleod and Michael Helly for divorce, Ruby Elder versus L Hider for divorce, Southwestern Mercantile Company versus Courtland Business Men's Club for debt. Estate matters include Patrick Welch estate appraisers and sale of personal property, sale of real estate show cause, and discharge and administration actions for Henry Reinhart and Wa Speir estates. Hoare set for Feb 27 at 10 a.m.
Colonel Stanley H. Wateon, once a longtime Arizona newspaper worker, now runs the Chicago office of Houston Orchards in Chicago. He is known for his fondness for fruit and his Arizona years spent seeking plums, with friends saying he may harvest a large crop off the Houston orchards despite the distance.
An 19th century style medical ad offers one hundred dollars reward for an incurable catarrh cure and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure with testimonials. It references Fr Oaxxey Co Toledo and endorsements from Watorco Kixwax Manvix wholesale druggists. Internal use claim and price per bottle noted.
Secretary Grindell of the Douglas chamber of commerce and Minesbee received a new territorial map from Engineer Girand detailing a proposed highway from Yuma to Phoenix with a Tucson Benson segment, extending to Tombstone and Douglas. The plan includes a north line from Douglas toward Willcox and a Phoenix to Grand Canyon route via Flagstaff and Cott. The full road promises a splendid trip from here to the Grand Canyon via Globe, Prescott, and Flagstaff.
The county issued several marriage licenses this week. Chas Fairclough of Bisbee weds Katie Lindery of Douglas. E Buell of Detroit weds Nettie Kenselta of Bisbee. John A Heiner weds Nettie Macoy, both of Douglas. John Kunki weds Eiie Jarvined, both of Lowell.
Clere oH Berner of the board of supervisors announces that received application blanks will entitle the holder to admission to the Pioneer Home at Prescott once properly completed. Entrants must be over 65 years old. Cochise County residents, including noted trail blazers, are expected to apply.
Quail season is ending as the open season slips away with the month’s end. Reports say quail have shifted feeding grounds and local hunters in Charleston vicinity along the San Pedro River have not bagged substantial numbers this year.
L Pickett offers to join a Washington committee to press for Arizona statehood under the 1911 Gazette plan. He pledges to cover his own expenses and stay as long as needed. In Prescott Mrs Lena Harter finds a $2 placer gold nugget in her yard sparking talk of new mining ventures.
The Tombstone area sees a flurry of travel and meetings. William D. Shaw of Equitable Life visits with local agent J. Rote from Los Angeles presents Smith Premier rep T. J. Rote. LEB Mason from Cochise county now in Oakland and Ed Nevin with family plan to stay weeks. ex-mayor A. Wentworth travels to Tucton. A H EmeoneI heads Phoenix bound. Doug Machomich Mercantile returns from El Paso. Mrs Mary P Barrow and daughter Nellie Fowler visit from St David. U S Marshal Charles A. Overlock arrives from Douglas and heads to Tucson. Jobo H Baker. Col W J Young of Great Western Mining arrives from Courtland in a new Cadillac.
More than 25 Tombstone youths joined a hay ride at seven last night in a pioneer style wagon pulled by four gentle horses. Thos. York and Will McPherson led, destination unknown to riders. They reached Fairbank two hours later where Postmaster Arthur Heney handed over keys to the Towbetowers and a dance followed. The group returned home late with no injuries, food mishaps aside.
Special agent and railroad worker James Jameson from Dallas arrived to identify a suspect in a murder case tied to the Boquillas Land and Cattle company. The accused, once thought to be James McKnight, was found to be B Bradley, a mistaken identity case. Bradley was released by the Dallas sheriff after questioning.
Persistent reports say the Guggenheim interests eye Tombstone Consolidated mines through the Lee velopment Company of America in reorganizing plans. They reportedly inspected Saddle Mountain and Imperial groups with a view to bonding or acquiring stakes, while development funds may support Cleve plans for the TCMM Co. Officials from Nevada Consolidated and Guggenheim Securities have discussed Saddle Mountain mines and other sites, with confidentiality maintained as financial negotiations proceed.
A letter to Phoenix from Lamar Cobb of Clifton states Frank De Souza of the Statehood league will host the Peerless One for February 6 and 7 across Arizona. Aryan will tour Tucson, Phoenix, Bisbee, and Douglas with addresses to promote the constitution while visiting Mission and Old Pueblo connections.
The rebel force around Sabuaripa grows to about 1000 well equipped men aiming to seize Moctezuma then march to Ures, capital of the district of Urea, and on to Hermosillo home to 1000 federal troops. Rebels plan rapid move to seize border customs houses at Nogales Neco and Agua Prieta to import arms and supplies.
The new high school building tends to give that immediate neighborhood of Jeromes prosperous appearance. Local observers note improved curb appeal and a sense of community pride.
The Tempe Normal School of Arizona ends its first semester on January 27 and begins the second on January 30. The pause offers students a chance to enter Normal work, prepare for territorial exams in June or September, and qualify for teacher contracts in public schools.
In a Phoenix Supreme Court term ruling, MC Fitzmaurice versus William Poland ends with judgment for Poland. The long dispute grew from Prescott two years earlier, involving the brindle cow and calf appraised at 75 dollars. Costs exceed 500 dollars. Fitzmaurice has died, and the herd is to roam freely under Poland’s control.
HH H Huddleston sales agent for Giant Powder of Los Angeles visits Tombstone along with William Hicks son of County Treasurer C W Hicks returning from St Michael's college in Santa Fe. Other locals including attorney George H Newle, J A Schiff and E J Flannigan appear in town on legal and commercial business. several Bisbee and Fairbeck figures are listed as visitors and witnesses.
Reports from Cochise county indicate ranges are in excellent condition due to favorable weather. Cattle are in good shape and fattening rapidly for the season, with healthy grasses supporting grazing.
Local inquiries confirm Wells Fargo Express has issued a limited order barring express matter to Mexico via Nogales or Naoa due to an engineers strike. The restriction applies to perishable items only, while other express shipments may be delayed but accepted.
The Colorado control force of Yuna has built eighty feet of the trestle and will finish the railroad track across the stream in a few days. Work will then begin dumping rock to form a dam to back up the river or force it into the old channel.
The Progressive Waist Club was entertained last evening by Cowan. Twenty members attended. Earl Reed won the head prize, while Reed and Miss Lillian Buck tied for second. Mrs Helen Benedict won the consolation prize. A lunch followed at 11, and the group planned to meet next Thursday evening with Mr and Mrs H Ross.
Probate Judge Frank W. Goodbedy traveled to Bisbie after learning his mother had died there in the morning. She was 78 years old. The community expresses deep sympathy for the bereaved family amid their irreparable loss.
Secret Service agents scour Cochise County investigating alleged ammunition sales to friends or agents of Mexican insurrectos. A large cache of ammunition was found in the Huachuca mountains. Investigators believe the arms were bought in a local city or town in Cochise County. The total quantity remains undisclosed, but could be several hundred boxes.
The Jerome volunteer fire department plans its tenth annual ball on the night of February 21. The event aims to raise funds for department needs and community safety programs, inviting residents and supporters to attend a formal evening with entertainment and auction.
Rebels advance toward Agua Prieta as clashes erupt near the town’s adobe walls. U.S. and Mexican troops maintain strict border patrols to curb arms smuggling while authorities warn of possible rebel attacks on Agus Prieta Navo and Nogaloa within days.
The 1905 Arizona legislature banned hunting antelope before March 1 1911. Courts discuss Congress action and sportmen in Tombstone and Cochise County who seek a short open season. The news notes enforcement and anticipation of a slaughter debate this year.
Assessor Chase Howe returned from Phoenix where he attended the Territorial Assessors Association meeting. He said the gathering produced good results toward a uniform system of assessing Arizona property. Resolutions proposed taxing abuses and regulating telegraph and telephone rates. Officers elected: T E Campbell president, Howe secretary treasurer. Next meeting set in Cochise County with Bisbee on the second Monday of January. Howe plans countywide tours including Tombstone.
Natural gas was encountered 12 miles from Vail at the Reidville claim leader William Rod says drilling has reached about 100 feet. A Carter Crave and W K Wetmore contract covers drilling 1200 feet for oil. Deputy sheriff Frank Hawkins killed Feliciano Bracamonte after a confrontation near Hayden.
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