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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1911
Page
4
A clipped account notes Elbert Hubbard supporters in Bisbee and Douglas growing in number as civil actions rise. It implies Hubbard’s pension schemes are out of favor, calling Life magazine’s stance gracious while warning of pension application trends.
The remark notes a complaint that the calamity howler cannot prevail due to insufficient weight, signaling a clash over influence and strength in a disputed matter. The line suggests a humorous or critical take on power imbalance and public opinion.
Almond trees show a two week bloom period with hopeful signs for a good crop in Bret. Growth appears steady as growers assess early pollination and forecast potential yields.
In district court Associate Justice Jobin Campbell presided. The famed million dollar case was deferred due to attorney illness, with other minor matters disposed of. Judgments were entered in Greene Cattle Company v Santiago Ames et al for quiet title, and in the territory case Jose Rodriguez, while other cases like Copper Queen Consolidated Mining Company v M Bauer et al were submitted on stipulation awaiting authorities. Motions for new trial were overruled and appeals noted in several cases.
United States case against Sixteen Boxes of Evaporated Apples concluded in Tucson after a deputy marshal burned the seized goods south of the city. Government food inspector Rex oversaw the condemnation of the apples as worm eaten and the verdict against the defendants entered in federal records.
Pursuant to a board order Clark H. E Borner executed bonds for the Cochine School District. The sale raised 2.50 dollars per bond with New York parties purchasing the five bonds at 400 dollars each. Proceeds will fund a schoolhouse and its furnishings in the district.
Rebels seized the town of Cananes and prepared to shoot the comandante when he signaled distress. Juan Cabral, a former Cananean from Mason, recognized the signal and spared the comandante. Tension rose over rebel plans near Cananes as 70 federals remained in the city.
In the county records the Calumet and Arizona Mining Company filed amendments to Articles IV and VI. The capital stock is $5,000 divided into shares of $10 each. Article VI states that the affairs of the corporation shall be conducted by a board of directors.
Col W Pickett of Tombstone tells Washington Poet reporter at the Willard hotel that historic Towtetone, a major gold and silver camp in Cochise County, produced over 14 million dollars in mineral value last year. He notes Cochise County spans 6,000 square miles, rivals Rhode Island and Delaware in size, and is the nation’s largest mineral producer aside from one other county. Copper mining dominates, with Tibecone Copper Mining Co paying about six million in dividends. The territory’s population has nearly doubled from 122,040 in 1900 to around 204,000 in 1910 as development accelerates.
The article notes geese heading north yesterday and today, interpreted as a positive sign that winter may be ending. The observation is presented as a local weather indicator without detailed forecasts or expert attribution.
One hundred dollar reward offer for an incurable catarrh case. Testimonial endorsements from Watptso Kivsax and Maxvis of Toledo Druggists assert the product works. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally, stated to affect the blood and mucous surfaces. Price 75 cents per bottle, testimonials available free.
From Carbondale Kansas, Gathercole arrives in Tombstone for a fortnight, aiding in the Fat Carlyon estate administered in the probate court by Judge Granville Johnston. Several local residents travel or return, including Bieler and Dusgine, McSwain and family, Way Bimmons, and John Hise, with weather affecting coal and ice.
Colonel A L Grow, U S Commissioner in this city, received official notice from Grand Army of the Republic headquarters announcing his appointment as inspector general of the G A R post in the southwest. The news pleases his many friends who commend the veteran’s service and growing honors.
Geo. MP Maur of the department of the Columbia has received orders to move the troops from Boise Idaho to Fort Huachuca and three cavalry companies will be sent at once. General Schuyler has asked for more troops and it is anticipated infantry cavalry and artillery will be stationed in the district.
February records show several marriage licenses issued by Clerk Hants yesterday. The list includes Sot Ferrie to wed Lewmeil, Miguel Mirado to wed Adele, Bieber aaced Raver to wed Manaria, and both of Bist awe py.
The defendant, held on a forgery charge in the Territory of Aristin ve n Belden, allegedly passed a check in February near Mia bee na te signed Fletcher and Hennessy owners of Lavery and Undertaking Co. Two checks were involved, one for 1 and another for 20 dollars. He is in Love County Jail awaiting action on bail, fixed at 500 dollars by Justice Migh of Bisbee.
Fint Wald develops a mining device in the Dragoon mountains. OH Frew, a known mining firm, examined Wald property to assess ownership and lease prospects. Reportedly carries guide and filter vaults with trace copper. Wald believes a favorable evaluation will follow and open prospects.
The Ditlawing wtidaiie of renewal of chattel mortgage was Gird in the office of County Recenter Met ald today dying Marston makes aif lait that he ethe presidente! the Farners Loan and 'Trust company: thet ald corporation le mortgages in mortgage Tinade by the ElPasCapa Southwestern, Rediroad company, to secure payment of bonds aggregating $7,004,000, with interest, that on March 16, 103 amid was deposited as chattel with Cochise County re corder, that t date of thie affidavit [no right of interest of said morgage hae been trensferred or araigned, nor 'any part of adebtedness paid, except Jetercet to January 1991, that at date of aikdayst $5,350,000 with the Retest at five per centum from fan 1 AUT ie due.
The Fh P4 S W RR contemplates building a large depot at Charleston to handle all freight for Fort Huachues, replacing government transfer points from Turner on the 3 P road. Tarver’s freight facilities delay government operations, and a transfer station at Seston may prompt a shift to the E P and S W road system.
A break in the partially constructed government dam on the Colorado River near Dams riverbed carried away about 175 feet of trestle on each side. Officials expect repair but warn high water season looms and flood risk may reach Salton basin as in four years ago.
William Eidson departs Monday for a new assignment after securing another post, with the executive committee of the Coache County Tacpavers Association meeting at the Cooper Queen Hotel on the 11th. Subsequent gathering to be in Tombstone. Visitors from Chicago and county assessors noted.
Miss Gitting from Boston, wintering in Tombstone, captured the Whist title at the Progressive Whist Club event. The consolation prize went to Mise Hicks, praised for hospitality and cheer. Attendees included Hutchinson, Ruth and Helen Benedict, Gitting, Demorest, Kuchenbecker, Gull, Warner, Rechenbrecke, and others. The club plans to meet at Tedhopper's Retreat next Friday evening with Meters Rechenbrecke and Goll attending.
High School pupils held a banquet in the Grammar School hall in the afternoon. The room was decorated with pennants bearing school colors. About forty attended as adults watched with evident delight, dancing and singing to close the event.
Weatobed and Mise Masel Yoho preside at the plano as Mie Pitlain Clicate renders numerous vocal selections, concluding two hours of music before attendees disperse to their homes.
Reports cite Kelly owner of a Wor Auaghueas ranch claiming promising placer prospects in the Huachuca range. Nuggets found nearby hint at rich gold along canyon fronts, with several prospectors preparing to work the placers while some claims lie around 49 miles from Tombstone. Government restrictions on military reserve mining complicate access.
A tribal member was found dead near the Grinelver mesa with the body dragged by a horse, wrist tied to the tail of a wild animal. The corpse showed severe heat damage and branding marked the horse. Soldiers shot the animal to end its attack as officials seek a tribe tied motive.
A Bisbee man, Riley H. Morrison, last heard ten years ago at a place called Bites, is said to be the recipient of a fortune. His relatives have had no word since, and the settlement of a relative’s estate is stalled as a search for the missing man proceeds from Beau Oake Virginia.
Territorial press debates Arizona statehood during a special session, noting Vice President Sherman’s intervention during Senator Owen’s filibuster and a reported assurance that President Taft would sign the appropriation bill if opposition ended, a claim tied to the Chicago Record-Herald.
The readable parts discuss a political stance on statehood and oath taking. It mentions a congress moment, a call to concede statehood, and a reference to an oath or affirmation. The content is unclear due to distorted OCR, but centers on a debate about citizenship and formal pledges.
Hon James Crowley visits Willcot with plans for booming governance. He cites sections of the game Fir spearheading prosperity, praising rising cities and an excellent agricultural sector. The North region is also highlighted for potential gains.
An article reports a Mexican soldier who deserted in Nogales and evaded entry into the United States. He is described as hiding in Nebraska or Arizona and intends to surrender to immigration authorities for inspection and admission into the United States.
The report describes Red Lopez and his forces threatening Agua Prieta with about 200 followers aiming to seize the town and occupy the port area near the customs house. A Douglas dispatch notes Lopez entered the commissariat area, warning of attack if resisted, as Mexican residents fear a battle.
Treasurer Charles W Hicks advertises a distress sale of Huachuca Development properties in the Ue Huachuca mountains. The sale sums to 212.66 dollars and includes a frame hoist building mining machinery supplies and an assay outfit. It will be held tomorrow at Hereford in front of the Greene Cattle Company's store at 1 p.m.
Dr. Herbert M. Richards a Barnard College botanist arrives in Tucson for several months to study the chemical physiology of Arivous cacti at Carnegie desert laboratory with Dr. D. T. MacDougall. He formerly taught at Harvard and Kedelitte and sits atop multiple acid societies. Prof EB Babbock of California University also visited the lab seeking data on evolution and plant breeding.
A light domestic scene describes a wife enjoying chores as her husband works with the carpet. The tone implies everyday family life and shared tasks within the home. The moment centers on household routine rather than public events or conflicts.
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