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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1909
Page
4
The Albuquerque Citizen hints at renaming New Mexico Lincoln, but the Journal-Miner argues Arizonas name should remain and notes few would swap Arizona for Lincoln. Pioneers prefer statehood with the current name, seen as an asset once Arizona becomes a state.
Walter Douglas, manager of Phelps-Dodge interests in Riches, denies any profit sharing plans. He told a Review representative there was no truth to reports that the company intended to inaugurate a profit sharing system.
Prohibitionists push hard for a local option law to secure prohibition by majority in cities or precincts. A large petition circulates among churches, with most members signing though a few oppose without a two thirds majority to ensure enforcement. The Woman's Club schedules a meeting Friday at 2:30 p.m. at Mrs. Welcofs home.
Col W J Young enforces a six mile zone around Gleason and Courtland where no licenses may be issued to sell liquor. The law passed by the legislature prohibits licensing within six miles of railroad construction camps where twenty five or more workers are employed, affecting sheriffs and county treasurers.
WJ Young Jr, president of Great Western Mining Co, has just received a new Locomobile. The large car seats several passengers and drew wide attention. A trial run from the county seat to the district covered about thirty miles per hour.
Cochis Roemer argues against keeping the reform school on its current site and pushes to relocate to the Rich Valley near Benton or nearby, contending the San Pedro Valley offers suitable land for work programs. He urges the territory to place the school where boys can engage in farming, highlighting available land and practical use of labor.
A Washington dispatch notes promotions and transfers involving Arizona figures. Lewis H. Kennedy of Arizona moves within the treasury from 61 to 7900 per annum, while Robert J. Dunlavy, formerly at the custom house and Philippine service, is transferred to the treasury at 1200 dollars yearly. The Mercantile National Bank of St Louis is approved as reserve agent for Prescott National Bank. Civil service spring exams in Phoenix March 1, 23 and April 1. Tucson March 10, 21 and April 1. Patents granted to J Horn Pima, S W Wagner Douglas, R T Wolkey Prescott, E G Mender Bisbee, and BM Whitman Tucson.
Jim Jeffries known as Jimma da Jef arrives in Phoenix on February 27 for a vaudeville appearance. Once heavyweight champion he relinquished the title and now faces questions about a possible return to boxing to reclaim the laurels from Jack Johnson after recent Canadian triumphs.
Wednesday's Daily cites an El Paso boy excused from school for his sister's measles, without noting her Denver location. It reports light snow on mountain ranges near Tombstone, heavy cold rain in Miller and Carre canyons, and drifting snow. Tombstone theatre close to end of season. M BLP lounge social postponed. Redmen to meet for council and possible intimidation of intruders. Newell brings prisoner to Hotel de White. Congregational church to host Friday evening games and music.
Thursday's Daily reports a Washington dispatch stating Senator Telfer of Colorado presented the Arizona legislature memorial seeking a statehood bill akin to the House version by Delegate Mark Smith. The note mentions Jane Frost visiting, a bright moon circling, and social events in Tombstone with band music and minstrel rehearsals under K. W. Topping for the February 5 production A Blood Relation at Galmi Cream Parlor tickets.
The man nicknamed Pooch-the-Breese died last Friday night in East Adams street after years driving for Gilmer Salisbury & Co between Phoenix and Maricopa. Georges Fifield, long known for his bold driving, was hurt in a 1879 runaway crash but recovered enough to continue work.
The Citizen quotes a lawyer noting Utah's ongoing effort to cede land north of the Colorado River and the Great Salt Lake to Arizona. State congressmen push a bill. Arizona resists boundary changes and warns against selling the strip without paying a price.
Territorial Supervisors discuss two year assessors, county bonding, and road matters. A memorial seeks a Yuma Colorado River foot bridge and a per capita poll tax proposal. several finance and staffing items pass unanimously or by narrow margins. Reports from Dragoon Fork and Jerome hint at a secretive survey for a Clark northward railroad project.
Following the resignation of Walking Delegate Albert Wills, all mines in the Globe district will resume operations at To'chek tomorrow morning. The announcement came after a conference of mine owners. Employees have reported to tell their employers the union action was authentic.
A large polished agate, a fossilized tree trunk centerpiece from Arizona, arrived in Paris and was delivered to the Natural History Museum. Gifted by J. Pierpont Morgan, the piece weighs about three tons and required three railway wagons. The transfer faced breakage during shipment.
A local minstrel show directed by Eugene W. Topping will feature a first part program, an olio, and a final sketch titled A Blood Relation. Performers include Ethel Gage, Georgia Bixby, and Bernadette Brown. Tickets are for sale and exchangeable for reserved seats at the Ice Cream Parlor from 9 am Monday February 1.
District Attorney John W Williams and Captain Thomas Pidwell left for Courtland by auto. In South Pass the car failed a broken brake could not be repaired in the desert. The driver proposed walking five miles to fetch help and return with relief. They reached Courtland about nine hours late. A Yama hotel project surfaced at a regular meeting of the Yama Commercial Club led by Joe Henry. The canvass drew support from influential locals and the fund drive neared 109000 dollars.
Memorial No. 3 by Mr Bailes requests Congress to appropriate funds to restore San Xavier mission. HB 25 by Mr Highwater concerns a quarry at a penitentiary site, with Norton bill similar on the council. HB 26 by Mr Merrill provides for deputies in county treasurers offices. HB 27 by Mr DeSousa fixes railroad fares at three cents for children. HB 28 by Mr DeSouza outlines district and juvenile courts homes for bad children. HB 29 by Mr DeSouza establishes contracts in county recorders offices. HB 30 by Mr DeSouza relates to interest payments by banks receiving public money. HB 31 by Mr DeSouza relates to taxation of banks. HB 32 by Mr DeSouza amends dental board law and requires dental student apprentices. HB 33 by Mr Duffy regulates bulk sale of stocks and goods. HB 34 by Mr Hogwood voids transfers of real and personal property as to creditors. HB 35 by Mr Roberta amends railroad bond statute. Daily reports contracting Consolidated Printing for territorial reports at $2500. CB 19 by Mr Hunt allows married women to be elected. CB 24 by Mr Hunt makes drawing checks without funds a misdemeanor. CB 21 by Mr Hunt provides a 3 cent railroad fare. CB 22 by Mr Gootriel amends statute rate for hearings. CB 23 by Mr Finley for TE Murphy relief sent to California by Governor Brodie to arrest him. CB 24 by Mr Weedin provides for exaction of county books by boards. CB 25 by Mr ONeill sets railroad commissioners salaries at $2500 each.
A farewell reception and presentation were held at Masonic Hall for retiring Superintendent E W Walker of the T C M Co. The event drew many employees and featured music by the band. Mr Jack Kramer spoke for the staff, presenting Walker a gold watch as a token of esteem. Walker thanked the employees for their loyalty and recalled his Tombstone years with fond memories.
In four years of development work many shared experiences were noted by those who knew him. Mossie Sam Garrett and Roger Saunders spoke of their high regard for the retiring superintendent. After remarks guests enjoyed wine, cake, and cigars while the Tombstone City band provided music. The Prospector adds its tribute to Mr Walker as he departs for other fields.
Street Commissioner reports a busy schedule in Tombstone with a new street sweeper, clean streets, and openings on fford street between Sth and 9th after rock removal. Fremont between 1th and 12th streets, formerly on private property, is being shaped for a straight, good road. More street work planned. new city government has started well and should continue.
The S P Will drilling venture seeks oil on Mexico holdings along the Cenanea Yaqui River. An all steel rig ordered and drilling to begin. First drill may be near Cananea or on the Sonora river with hopes of oil at Santa Ana Nogales area and west of Cananea. The C R and P line now part of Southern Pacific to fuel growing rail operations.
The National Bank of Arizona plans a new two story bank building at Center and Washington in Phoenix costing over $60 000 with work to begin after contract award. Miss Alice Holden of Lowell recovering from scarlet fever and Ira Johnson son of Mr and Mrs Fred Johnson of Johnsons addition nearly recovered and returning to school. BW Seik assistant manager of Springside house Westville Conn reports a hospital patient in Tucson may be Cox the Patagonia mining man missing for a month. Mire Della Rudd seventeen daughter of J A Rudd of Glendale eloped with Achin Yates drawing excitement in the beet sugar area. she was taken by the sheriff to return to Phoenix.
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