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Newspaper

Tombstone Epitaph

Location

Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1915

Page

8

Arizona explores motives behind long trip to Washington and Chicago

Corporation Commissioner Paul Geary and W Semester returned from Washington and Chicago after representing the Arizona commission on proposed interstate accounting rules. They discussed segregation of freight and passenger income and expenses to decide if passenger rates should be three or four cents. In Chicago they met with other state commissions on the upcoming rate matter set for July 6, with Commissioner F A Jones and possibly A L Betts expected to represent the Arizona commission.

Amoenix Corporation Paul Geary W Semester Commission Washington Chicago Interstate Commerce Commission Arizona F. A. Jones AL Betts Arma Commission

Copper wages rise as May copper price climbs

Douglas June 2. Copper Queen and Calumet and Arizona Mining announce May copper averaged 18.506 cents per pound. Smelter wages to rise to 18 to 19 cent band, min 1.75 a day, max 6.85 a day. monthly salaries to scale within these limits. Further increases expected next month as market improves.

Douglas Copper Queen Calumet Arizona Douglas Winder Kad Leon Luthiere

Woodcock Guilty of Misusing Mails in Arizona Case

A Tucson jury found Woodcock guilty of using the mails to defraud. He wrote to Chicago recipients claiming an estate left by Wright, a Bisbee man, and implied heirs. The letters allegedly induced heirs to take actions related to mining claims reverting to the government for lack of assessment work. Defense was led by James R. Denseath.

Tucson United States Woodcock Chicago Wright Bisbee James R. Denseath

Mandamus Granted for Insurance License

The Superior Court grants Heralds of Liberty a writ of mandamus to compel the state to issue a license to transact the business of insurance. The corporation commission had previously denied them the license.

Phoenix Heralds of Liberty Corporation Commission

Runaway Lad Captured After Escape to Old Home

Arthart Wagnt, a boy who fled from a state facility in Arizona, was caught by Officer Mills and returned to the school yesterday morning. He had been in Tucson trying to reach his former home in Los Angeles.

Arthart Wagnt Arizona State Pedustrial Chaot Omcer Mills Tucson Los Angeles HL Hutchinson Hisbee

Doings in the State Legislature Phoenix June 2

In Phoenix on June 2 the House moved a 45000 appropriation for a second extra session, with 25000 for member salaries 13004 for staff 7300 for contingent expenses and 220 for mileage. The bill aims to fund all but land and taxes and was promptly killed after the funds were introduced. Eleven bills have been filed as summer session actions unfold with Newbury and others pushing county division and land code measures. The Christy resolution to push land actions and tax payment amendments failed in the House.

Phoenix House Representative Powers Jof Maricopa Newbury Claridge Senate Christy Chrissy Buchanan Martar

Change Date of State Fair Phoenix 1915

State Fair dates for 1915 were moved to November 15 after a decision by Fair Commission members JK Henderson and HR Wood in a long distance call. Secretary T D Shoguinessy was instructed to notify newspapers and horsemen of the new schedule, replacing the prior November 10 13 dates. The shift aligns with the Panums Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco and aims to attract top eastern and Pacific coast stables, with plans for a special San Francisco Phoenix train and two automobile days including a 100 mile auto race finale.

Phoenin JK Henderon HR Wood Fair Commission T. D. Shoguinessy San Francisco Pacific Coast Phoenix Lkely

Supreme Court Overturns Voter Registration Prosecutions

The Arizona Supreme Court affirmed lower court findings that charges against RL Pinyan and Harry C. Houser of Gila County were not proven, dismissing the cases. It also affirmed a separate Gila County damage verdict in Hilario Carillo v. Arizona Eastern for 7200 dollars with 8200 previously paid by the railroad. Rehearings were granted in two other cases, while Cortes Davis v W A Tway was denied.

Phoenix Supreme Court Pinyan Harry C. Houser Gila County Shute Superior Court Hilario Carillo The Arizona Eastern H. Crane

Gleeson Happenings For The Past Week

A weekly Gleeson roundup lists residents and visitors including Harry Chere tenson with steers for buyers, Tom Lannon unloading fine grade hay in Gleeson, Miss Martha Hockaday leaving for California, Dorothy Tamborimo heading to Portire, Emil Berry and Bol S returning from Mexico, and Constable Gitson with a party to Domglas. Also noted are Clarence Brown and Ethel Brow with grandmother Mrs Cole, the Pearce family en route to Cochise Stronghold, Ed James and family toward Cochigs Stronghold, Mike Simon visiting from Douglas, Win McPherson’s small visit, LM Brown moving to a ranch, and Alexander Madr of Glerton leaving to attend an institution. plus other brief entries.

Martha Hockaday Mike Simon Gleeson Douglas

A Held Successful Meet in Arizona Dispute

The St Louis Globe-Democrat misreads Arizona water debates as Flagstaff hosts a Woman’s Christian Temperance Union meeting at Mrs M P Johnson’s Fourth Street home. Emily Axtell and others perform while committees led by Mrs H P Johnson and Mrs L C Woolery receive praise. The letter questions water supply across Santa Cruz river and Ancona’s status, noting underground flows and statewide water tensions amid references to Tucson Roosevelt Prescott and local figures.

Flagstaff Arizons Womans Christian Temperance Union M. P. Johnson Fourth Street Santa Cruz Tucson Chicago St. Louie Desert Globe-Democrat St. Louis Ancona Globe- Democrat Minsixuppi Hassayampar Beck

Injuries Reported After Southwind Road Incident

A Mexican man was injured this morning near Randolph Street after a shooting incident. Doctors treated the wounded man for non fatal injuries while authorities investigated the scene. Local residents report ongoing concerns about safety in Naco and nearby areas.

Arrest Made In Test Of Hunting Laws In Arizona

Homer Harrison, a local shooting expert, was arrested on a charge of unlawfully killing two migratory doves in Arizona to challenge the federal and state hunting statutes. He appeared before United States Commissioner Jones, with hearings expected, and was released on his own recognizance. The case centers on whether the doves were legally killed under seasonal protections and the validity of the state and federal regulations.

Theson Arisana Homer Harrison United States Jones Harrison Willard Woh Thompson Thompson Brad Duncan

Supreme Court reverses ruling in Rebeil versus Manning

The supreme court yesterday reversed the lower court in the care of Rebeil versus Manning an appeal from Panaccauity and ordered dismissal. The dispute arose from a federal building site purchase. Rebeil made a conditional subscription and later resisted payment to Manning who had bought the subscription on an assignment. Manning had won in the Mower court.

Supreme Court Rebeil Manning Panaccauity Mower Court

Tucson Agricultural Students Seek Farm Work

Arizona agricultural students at the University of Arizona college of agriculture seek practical ranch experience this summer. They are diligent, capable workers willing to work for board or low wages, often more reliable than regular help, and eager to learn after coursework. Interested farmers should contact Professor S. F. Morse, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Teccon, Arizona.

Tucson U. of A. College of Agriculture S. F. Morse U. S. Department of Agriculture Teccon Arizona

Local Notables Visit Amid Community Changes

Friday's Daily notes prominent residents and business leaders in town. Mentions include J Memuort president of Coe Hike County Catrbemen's Asotin Vowel, John Heenpale returning, and Fema Witlenyohn detailing local developments. Sparks and Ross families visit. dragoon mount event and theatre management shift highlighted. inspectors and agents travel for appointments and new ventures in town.

J Memuort Coe Hike John Heenpale

Liquor Case Decisions Tied to Seizure Actions

In the Graham area Superior Court Judge McAllister will decide liquor cases including the Golden Ribbon beverage matter and the Bisbee case. Officers previously seized trunkloads of liquor, and the outcomes may affect whether items are confiscated. Judge Lockwood returns soon and a full session is anticipated later this month.

Superior Cours Graham Bisbee Douglas McAllister

Pima County Road Bond Election Planned for 84 Million

Voters in Pima County will decide on a road bond issue of 84 million dollars to construct 16 miles of road from Val to the Cochise county line, improving the Benson Short Line route from Tombstone to Vail via Hew Ce itie and St Dewid Tie. The bond meeting will address allotments for the Benson Short Line and Sunset Short Line, which run from San Simon through Bowle Wittcox Cochise and Dragoon to Benson.

Pima County Val Pima Cochise County Benson Tombstone Vail Hew Cirtie Sunset San Simon Bowle, Wittcox Cochise Dragoon

Live Merchants Advertise for Attention and Trade

An early advertisement riff extols live merchants and their promotional tactics. It mentions the Five leading merchants as advertisers and hints at strategies to attract customers by promising benefits in exchange for attention and engagement. The fragmentary text reflects a bustling market rhetoric and promotional emphasis.

Summer Fallowing for Winter Crops on Western Farms

County agents and the Extension Service promote summer fallowing to improve moisture for winter crops. Deep plowing, harrowing, and subsequent cultivation are advised to retain soil moisture, with timing tied toJuly and August field conditions.

Greenlee County Brands Big Tax Suit Victory

In a June 3 Phoenix report, the US Supreme Court upheld Greenlee County’s tax collection case against Ari Copper Company. The suit, filed in 2011, sought 58,450 in taxes plus interest and penalties. Lower Greenlee court awarded 55,431. defense claimed 28,008 was paid. Final judgment nears 370,000.

Phoenix Ward G. Stoneman Supreme Court of the United States Mrea Agpona Ex Reliel Greenlre Reese M. Ling Ling George J. Stoneman

Investigator Traylor Arrives to Probe Indians Near Tucson

HS Traylor of the Indian service is in Tucson to conduct an extended inquiry into Indian affairs around the area. The United States government shows growing interest in the Pimas and Papagos of the southwest, aligning with a larger drive for more effective work among rural Indians. A local columnist quips about worrying as a habit, noting that some fear worsening conditions rather than addressing them.

Tucson HS. Trayjor Indian Service United States Southwest Traylor Department For Gute

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OF State Fair Harry Cheretenson Wilkes Tom Lannon Gila Valley Wm. Terry Cole Party My Pearce Gitson Clarence Brown Ethel Brow Mre Cole Reese Cornelis Trough Gleeson Barney Bono Albert Schud Courtus Alexander Madr Glerton St. Louis Globe. Democrat Patterson Emily Axtell America H. P. Johnson Society of Sam Johnson W. A. Fowler A. E. Hill SL. Jams HP. Johnson L. C. Woolery H.W. Thomas Julia, Axtell HL. Hutchison Ieax West Acros Yuta Roosevelt Prescott Ralph Cameron San Pedro Bill Hattich de Randolph Reeves Naco Abraham Naco Way Alf. Parker Interatean Company J. M. Montanay Touts Transfer Company Tenteadt 1. Gallen Grace San Diego University Norway Frances J Abell Nace Mary Williameos Sears RM. Abrilf City Tempe C.K. Pishon Kenyon Department of Agriculture Wotesti Toraterane Rome Vermont Cop. Berke Ford Costethos Hashirretane Castello Ft. Huachwea TM. Sparks Chairen Sparks TF Ross Couns Attomes Ross Mere OS Maclay Row Herdurland Theatre Miguel Cacas Auore Ailiore Cis Drensitters A. F. Parker Inter Mountain Site Insane Ca Nalley Visitors Frank Moore Mes M. Hunker Spring Valley Jan Tan Lia Tak Geese Jing Pepees Bette Htusstnens Ayeel Helge Faye Tarwen Terman Paranitie Mheie & Fownemen Siwkets Avirana Qcocifer Sax Ack Poshull Universe Adana Department of Reticutture Makate A Tadusc A. Aarreuliare Greenlee County Saya Palestine Herald
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