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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1921
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR notes show Tombstone Epitaph Unday Edition with publisher names Gerrge Brothers and references to weekly and daily editions, subscription rates, and Cochise County newspapers. Content is unclear and mostly lists publisher and rate terms with stray phrases.
Senator Ashurst leads for agricultural support in Arizona with funds proposed to study irrigability of the Little Colorado River region and western valleys. The measure doubles current appropriations to about 25000 for the year ending and allocates 100000 for river front work and levees on the Yuma project. The bill also advances a forest experiment and other industrial needs, reflecting strong advocacy for Arizona industries.
The article defends the Pittman Act, explaining the mint will replace 50 million ounces of silver at $1.00 per ounce, funded by wartime gains not taxpayer money. It argues market prices and reinvestment protect miners and taxpayers, countering calls for repeal and critiquing anti-government sentiment.
The state court holds Ralph Moyer, cashier of the defunct North Penn Bank of Philadelphia, to serve twelve to fifteen years for the bank robbery. The case spurred debate over corruption and protection of trust, with victims and some public figures blaming broader influence. Also notes GOP campaign spending, citing $23,000 used to elect Ralph Cameron of Arizona, and hints at political fallout.
The piece argues that India now buys more silver at higher prices, challenging London as the silver hub. It calls for coordinated action by the United States, Canada, Mexico, and other producers to set a fixed price, linking to broader concerns about England’s impact on the market and the need to protect national interests in silver and gold production. It warns that higher prices could spur more silver mining and shift world trade balances.
Lawmaker proposes a state securities commission to oversee brokers and ads. The measure, backed by the state treasurer and attorney general, would require consent for bond issuances and regulate stock and bond dealings. The bill also targets misleading advertisements and new fakery schemes.
A fragmented report notes Republican fundraising in Arizona and its impact on the race for the state’s U.S. Senate seat. It suggests party factions debate Ralph’s viability while money and committee influence shape voter expectations and candidate support.
Byron Cali Times reports printers in Stockton facing a push for a 44 hour week amid union opposition. A six hour extension is discussed, with threats of a strike if demands are not met, and employers warn cutting hours could halt work. The piece notes high costs of printing materials and labor.
A reflection on nationwide urges to renovate homes and public buildings, urging citizens to improve towns from schoolhouses to city halls. The piece contrasts grim, run-down structures with visions of bright interiors and clear windows, urging steady, wholesome improvements.
The piece critiques the Colombia Panama treaty demanding 25 million dollars, calling it a national blackmail act and a flawed recognition of Panama that aided canal negotiations. It argues the new administration will push the treaty despite Republican opposition and laments lack of planning for a safe political landing.
A dispute between Agua Prieta fiscal Silverio Villa and police officer Antonio Lopez over city finances led to a revolver duel. Villa suffered a bullet wound to the lung, Lopez a flesh wound and scalp injury, both on sick leave. Chandier saves 500,000 in canal district by material and labor drop.
Phoenix March 16 Charles Spain and Ralph Sherrer of Mena Arizona announced discovery of a 12 foot tusk and 12 inch diameter mastodon tusk at Pine Point They reported the tusk is more erect than a year ago and they believe the animal was water dwelling They plan to notify the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC and intend to preserve the skeleton
In Phoenix this afternoon six people, including Mrs Frank Desenze and her six year old daughter Martha, and Mrs JP Maris with her five year old daughter Mare Lente, were severely injured when an automobile driven by Merty Merry struck them. Merry was arrested on a charge of driving an automobile while intoxicated. police searched the car and found liquor.
Phoenin March 15 coroner reports a Greek man aged about 19 named Louis Katsinetis died from a self inflicted gunshot wound to the left breast while seated in his room at 19 West Jefferson Street. The coroner’s jury at the inquest yesterday ruled death by gunshot wound self-inflicted.
March 15 article notes F W Berkshire, inspector from the herder district, granting a 30 day extension for Mexican labor crossing the line into Paso. It cites about 20,000 Mexican agricultural workers in the area and mentions a wage band tied to rotary masons, with many brought to the Salt River Valley of Arizona last year and then employed after the cotton season.
Three men appeared before the county jail facing charges in the murder of rancher M Dunn. The accused include OY Littlefield, his brother in law, and Frank St. Clair, a former hired hand. The investigation continues with additional suspects named.
W. S. Kirby, who formerly headed the Douglas police, was shot by a Jerome man last Thursday. He was reported in hospital in Prescott but later advised to be nearly fully recovered. A Douglas rumor of his death could not be confirmed.
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