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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1911
Page
2
Historical mortgage and land transfer listings from Cochise County include parcels sold or transferred to individuals such as Witherell Edith Kenney Edward Lee and Mary Curlee, with amounts noted. Also shows satisfactions of mortgage by Arizona Mutual Savings and other agencies, plus a cattle company agreement and related realty mortgage details.
A mixed Arizona dispatch reports a Royal Neighbors gathering in Flagstaff with over fifty charter members, a broken leg from a roping accident near Anderson Mesa, flooding and ample cattle ranges north of Ash Fork, coronation notes from London via New York, Santa Fe engine fires and train movements, a suspected fatal stabbing in Weaver Gulch, land deeds and real estate transfers, Apache delegation from the reservation, eastern horse buyers in Coconino, and local industry notes including the Greenlaw mill shipment. It also mentions injuries to a boy near Iron Springs and skeletal discoveries in Phoenix streets, along with regional railway and mining activity.
A Rich Oil Find near Bowie spurs excitement but not yet commercial output. Wells drilled to 600 feet show traces of oil, with a deepest showing around two barrels every twenty four hours. Advancements planned with a larger machine to reach greater depths.
The district court disposed of habeas corpus proceedings before Judge Downin regarding Sam Hill held in the county jail. The charge stemmed from a complaint sworn in Justice Murphy’s court at Lowell. Hill was sentenced to six months, four already served, and is discharged from further confinement. Fork set for July lithday. other actions affirmed vacating and confirming a sale in a case involving Los Angeles Trust & Savings Bank and International Gas & Light, with finality ten days, conditioned on no objections.
In Tombstone churches congregational and Catholic notices invite parishioners to Sunday activities. Congregational events include Sunday School at 10 am, morning preaching, Lord's Supper, and evening services with topics and leaders named. Catholic notices list Sunday schedule and leadership with general invitation to attend.
Jack Wills, aka Jack Benton, alleges postwar peace leaves gringoes shunned at Canaria as a leader claims no funding. He recalls promises of a thousand dollars gold and 320 acres of land if the rebel army prevailed, but says they received nothing after the victory.
A flurry of social movement follows as Hatchelder, Name, Goodrich, Ijams, and others journey between Tombstone, Bisbee, Douglas, and Los Angeles. Officials, lawyers, and citizens travel for family time, business, or summer respite, with court adjournments and regional events noted.
Fragmentary readable lines mention care and support for a person named Sebecco. The item implies assistance or guidance from a caregiver or community helper, but exact actions, dates, or institutions are unclear in the legible text.
The notice confirms the marriage of Hugh F Coshett, a former Tombstone resident, to Frisco girl Francie Tet. The ceremony occurred at the bride’s home, the couple will reside in Tombstone after a honeymoon in Arizona, and friends send best wishes.
In Cochise area discussions highlight barley mill advantages presented by local merchants. The message notes plans to promote the barley mill to Henson and Weeremainy, stressing timely arrival and expected meeting within the week to advance the project.
The Dusenn-Siegh well in San Simon reaches 1,015 feet, becoming the district’s deepest. Ground in the area tends to cave, causing caving along much of the descent. Indications of water are excellent and the company plans further drilling as flow is encountered.
The forfeit money of 190 dollars each in the Huston Ketehel wrestling match to Toratstong July 1st is deposited with The Feostarion as stakeholder. By signed agreement, 160 more is to be deposited by wrestlers before bout day. Kotehel is slated for three bouts, with 4 Bishee dated for tomorrow as Fourth of July attraction, including matches Grow 172 pounds, McAlister 150, Iba, and Dorrie Mabe in ceremony. The weight of Husson and Metchel will exceed 15, the exchange for the Tumabatone matel, sh e for the welverenigit amiph Aruone.
Trappers and hunters entered the county seat early this morning from various sections to present a large quantity of hides and pelts. They acted before noticing the county had stopped bounty payments indefinitely and had not received official notice of the change.
Washington dispatch reports growing delay on Arizona statehood as the Senate adjourns for the July 4 holiday and the statehood bill remains unreported. Committee shifts and missing members delay action, with leaders saying no backroom return until midweek.
The probate court issued two marriage licenses today. Samuel Wesle Peace of Rodeo New Mexico wed Ida Taylor of Safford. Lloyd L. Stewart to wed Helena Frances Meore, both residents of Biebee.
Chief Bravia and Officer Dalglish arrested Euzo Hernandez and Mecelino Doremia after a knife attack and assault with a belted tool. Hernandez suffered a jaw injury and was taken to county hospital. both men jailed overnight for safety.
A Wilcox area election including Wilcox Doe Cabezas and El Dorado produced a 140 to 54 vote in favor of wets. Saloon owners Cromley Schwertner Pride and Soow agreed to close from 1 PM to 5 AM daily and all day Sundays, a move that boosted support for regulation against prohibition.
A collage of remarks covers aviation terms and traffic, international hints, and social topics. Mentions of Manuel and Cuba hint at global matters while local life includes clubs, holiday gifts, and public safety calls. The piece blends satire and commentary with scattered references to people and themes.
The El Paso Herald publishes a handsome Mexico edition highlighting the republic's potential and historic heritage, with a strong focus on Arizona points and camps. The Albuquerque Herald follows with a neat edition on local resources, fulfilling a long felt want and praised for enterprise.
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