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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1913
Page
4
Deputy U S Marshal B Anderson jailed four colored men in Prescott on federal charges for robbing a box car of the Santa Fe Pacific railroad near Holbrook during a transit. They face trial with bonuse of 1000 dollars each. The stolen property, men’s wear and valuables, was recovered.
All children can enter the fair for free on the opening day. The program promises a festive start with a morning high school football event followed by pony races. Afternoon features include a one mile rope race a 2.09 trot 2.07 pace and 220 yard pace with cow pony relay races and Macy specials listed as attractions.
Sad news came of Mrs Sampson Simmons death in Bisbee from heart failure. A 50 year old widow and Tombstone pioneer, she leaves three children Edward May and William Simmons. Funeral Sunday in Tombstone from Chief of Police Bravin residence, with son Edward Simmons traveling from San Francisco for the funeral.
The Arizona State Tax Commission calls a July 28 meeting for all county assessors boards and clerks to review and standardize property values. Secretary Jesne L Boyce announces the gathering in the capitol building office, asking clerks to bring original county assessment rolls. The aim is a systematic, statewide equalization of all property classes in a new departure for fairer valuations.
Arizona lists forty three state banks and thirteen national banks totaling 56 with capital stock of 3,044,738. Auditor figures show total resources rising from 29,312,624.95 to 37,073,723 this year, a gain of 7,761,099.01 or over 26 percent. Cochise County hosts eleven banks with 7,771,572.95 in resources and deposits of 6,215,214.96, about one sixth of state banks and 26 percent of resources, underscoring Cochise prosperity and financial stability.
Exempt property in Cochise County totals 1,088,719 under the assessor E A Hughes rolls. Exemptions include widows, schools, churches, charitable bodies, and county or municipal property. The Cochise roll totals are 87,215,630 29 with further county and personal property figures to be added and finalized August 18 when the board fixes the tax rate and hands the books to the treasurer and tax collector Hicks.
The Arizona tax commission lists Cochise County atop railroad assessments with 412.63 miles valued at 15,029,590 dollars. Yavapai holds 240.29 miles valued at 10,156,040 dollars, while Maricopa follows with 274.09 miles valued at 9,154,360 dollars.
Minneapolis engineers William and Paul Cardiman visit Kenneey canyon area to advance irrigation plans for about 1000 acres near Reamery canyon. A new central reservoir and wells will feed the ditch system, with water taps at 80 to 200 feet depth as surveys begin.
Army officers report Secretary of War Linsey M Garrison will visit Fort Huachuca on July 25. He travels with Major General Leonard T Wood and arrives in El Paso July 23, inspecting Fort Huachuca before departing July 24, with Brigadier General James Byleshire joining for the Port Huachuca leg.
The state land commission completed new forms for applications to lease, rent, and hold school and university lands per recent legislation. Applications must be filed by August 1, 1913, or face legal action for occupants. Changes include how rental is calculated and the August 1 deadline under penalties for noncompliance.
Suits filed include 444 E Thompson v O C Crooke appeal in JP Court. Suit 445 Tilly Meieak v Walter Maieak divorce. Suit 445? EP&SWARCo v E McKinney appeal JP Court. Suit 441 J Lassoe v Victorie Lassoe divorce. Suit 447 FB Bette v Copper City Brewing Co damages $30000.
Judge Hawkins of Prescott, renowned for his judicial reputation, visits Tombstone today. He last appeared here while assisting Judge Bethune during disqualification issues of great importance. Tombstone residents would welcome his potential federal judgeship with strong local endorsement.
Postmaster F M Smith refused to resign after a Burleson request following Washington complaints by city attorney George W Glowner. Accused of opening mail and graft in cent address changes, Smith said resigning would admit guilt and offered to fight the charge. Johnn Campbell named to succeed him after ten years.
The third well sunk near Douglas at Hanigan's ranch under University of Arizona supervision began flowing 1300 gallons per minute. After quicksand and a heavy water flow, pumping at 300 gpm could not lower levels. The Robt well yields 450 gpm and the Apple white is over 300 gpm.
A Nogales dispatch reports federal reinforcements under Gen Garza moving outward from Gusymas as Huertistas plan to campaign. Obregon withdraws north, federals occupy Empalme, and foreign consuls at Guaymas expect a battle within a fortnight amid American activity in Empalme.
Nogales dispatch reports Consul Simpich ordered by Secretary Bryan to go to Tucson and conduct a full inquiry into the July 4 flag pulling at the Mexican consul’s office. He will depart tonight to begin the investigation.
Washington dispatch reports vigorous protests over Thomas Hayden’s retention as special prosecutor in the Diger Camit notti white love case in San Francisco. Senator Ashurst of Arizona led the objection at the attorney general’s office citing Hayden as a friend of the Caminett family and noting California Democrats’ request without naming individuals involved. State Senator J B Laneford of California joined in the protest over Hayden’s selection and perceived lack of prosecutorial experience.
An attempted jail break at the county jail was thwarted last evening. Inside Guard Mike Davis distracted two prisoners while Outside Guard Chas Webster secured the others and retained the keys, subduing the escape plan. The incident involved inmates from the Hotel Wheeler area and was stopped before a breakout could occur.
The four day armistice declared by General Obregon ended Thursday at noon. Fighting is presumed to have recommenced. The pause was offered at the request of Americans in Guaymas to permit General Ojeda to move openly or evacuate the city.
A report from Arizona states the creosote bush study at the Mellon Institute in Pittsburgh was halted after Dr Shirley suffered severe poisoning. The plant, used by Arizona Indians for medicinal wounds, is suspected to cause ivy-like symptoms.
Judge Daniel W McFarland united Ellie W Crozier and Florence Laudercock in marriage in Gleeson. Both young people are popular in Tombstone and Gleeson with many friends who hold them in high esteem. The proscon wishes the couple happiness.
Weather chatter hints at rain this afternoon while Tombstone sees a flurry of activity. Gypsy camp departs for Beoron as Henry Watson showcases goods to merchants. Judge Lockwood arrives to assume the superior court bench with family soon joining. Local officials Judge Dean and Judge Hawkins travel to Douglas on legal business. Attorney Beumler visits for court matters. A humorous aside notes milk bottle warnings to persistent neighbors. A St Louis jury frees a local woman amid legal visitors, as Hereford party returns from a White Mountains expedition with tents and camp gear, requiring 12 pack animals for the journey.
Judge AC Lockwood arrived from Dosg'ss this morning to assume duty as superior judge of Ochise County. Appointed by Governor Hunt this week, he received greetings from Tombstone's legal community. He will clear the docket of Judge Sutter and preside with dignity as he begins his new duties amid public approval and warm welcome.
Berohard a mining engineer known locally, fell forty feet into a Patagonia district mine shaft during inspection. He briefly lost grip but managed to crawl to the bottom, then was pulled out in a bucket with no injuries.
The Hayden plant will soon reach a daily ore throughput of 8000 tons as the eighth unit opens this month. Officials predict further expansion to 10,000 tons daily with all eight units developed, per reports received.
Public notice records show Santa Fe Railway Company filing an application with the U S. Interstate Commerce Commission for certain lands and routes in Arizona including Gila and Balt River Meridian areas. The notice lists land parcels, lot numbers, sections and dates for public posting and comment, reflecting a 1915 registration by Frank H. Parker.
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