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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1916
Page
1
Valley Florence March report details W. Wi Kermeen surviving a noose and securing a reprieve after a chaotic trial.Authorities describe Kermeen's courtroom demeanor as tense while seeking clemency amid intense public attention. The case involves the Cochise county region and remarks from Attorney General Wiley and other officials.
Local notes report McNeal area drilling near Sulphar Springs, with a nine mile trek to Levers Berry ranch. A well drilled by Halsey Willows shows first 100 feet cased, next 300 feet with three inch casing. The 500 foot well produced about eighty gallons per minute, tested by Prof G P Meh of the University of Arizona. The nearby well continues flowing, as others pursue further drilling and mining prospects.
Pearce CM Kenayi the pioneer merchant with branch stores at Gives corner and Courtland was seen in Tombstone today on business, returning home this afternoon. Traveling men noted included BH Israni a manufacturing setting agent at headquarters in Donghis and G Ho Otey of the Wiclos Dodge Wholesale Department at Hishee Sutiny services. First Mass and Benedict ion of the Blessed Sacrament followed by the Rowary devotion were announced. The Blue Lodge Masons meet tonight and Knight Templars plan an earlier meeting with a guest from their Grand Reni near Commander Crewes. Sheriff Guy C. Welch and editors Jaynes and Bawden left for Gutinn and Douglas to review matters, while CL Cummings motored to Fort Fuschwes with friends.
An explosion occurred at the Parvena Way show during Campbell Carnival at Bisbee injuring Juan Benito Seve and Astonia Velux querint. The blast damaged tent ground and some furniture but the injuries were minor and victims were able to move on.
An article argues miners should understand federal and state politics to secure funding. It claims mining and agriculture drive the economy, urging greater government support for both, noting mining yields and farm development require more scientific research and funding, with gains possible in coming years.
Phoenix March 11 Announcement from the state board of control states the foundation work has begun for a new female ward of the late image asylum. A two story steel and concrete building cost about 25 000 pounds with equipment. Located west of the hospital on the ye insace asylum grounds the ward will measure 200 by 20 feet and house ninety patients with recreation rooms dormitories and rooms for those paying own costs. Most labor will be done by inmates with some skilled labor required.
A compilation of disparate notices from Tombstone and surrounding areas recounts events from years past. It references the release of imprisoned individuals in Mexico, a Tucson Papago burial site misinterpreted as tragedy, and cattle shipments from western ranges. It also notes Mr Costello nearing completion of a cold storage room.
Leaders from across the state will gather in Tucson for the State Teachers association annual meeting during University week at the University of Arizona. The program spans daily sessions with entertainment, a faculty luncheon, trips to San Xavier mission, a dance, and varied lectures. Activities include baseball, tennis, athletic contests, livestock judging, home economics demonstrations, and a field meet, all amid university events.
A report from Florence prison instructor A Irvin notes six months of schooling for inmates, with 1700 enrolled over the period and 53 average daily attendance. The six month window saw 68 admissions, many under 25, and several literate inmates began schooling, showing steady progress in the inmate education program.
Tax Commissioner C M Zander, in Nogales with Gomis bell, has completed the Somers tax system work local citizens praise. The new tax valuation has increased property values, while Santa Cruz County votes $150,000 for road repairs and Ora Blanca mining district is seen as promising major growth.
Secretary of War Baker declares the decision lies with the soldiers as units begin crossing the border. Sunston is due to arrive in El Paso tonight from Fort Sam Houston while Carranza requests permission for his forces to assist American troops in the operation.
March 11 reports from Ston San Antonio El Paso and Bisbee describe Funston plans for invasion and troop movements to Fort Bliss and El Paso. Carranza requests cross-border aid, U. S. police monitor Villista activity in El Paso, Bisbee and Osborn Junction with soldiers deployed to protect lives and property. A Mormon massacre was allegedly prevented by a special train stoppage en route to Guzman.
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