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Tombstone Epitaph

Location

Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1917

Page

8

Forest road project near Fort Hua Bunce district

Assistant Supervisor H J Selkirk arriving from the district with Ray of A Rogers said 18 teams are working to complete the military road end of the forest department project in the Fort Hua Bunce district. He expects opening within a month to six weeks with completion in six weeks.

Tucson Forest Department Fort Hua- Bunce H. J. Selkirk Ray A. Rogers Selkirk

Balfour and Joffre Unable to Visit Arizona

A telegram from the French embassy to Governor Campbell says Balfour and Joffre cannot undertake a western tour. Despite efforts by Western state governors and California officials, the French and English commissions in Washington DC regretfully decline the proposed trip to the West to confer with U.S. representatives on wartime matters.

Phoenix California Washington D.C United States West Yeekerday Campbell

Cattle Growers Endorse Mover for State Land Dept

The Southwestern Cattle Growers Association at its Tucson annual meeting April 21 endorses the Arizona State Land Department under W. A. Moeur. The resolution praises fair administration benefiting the cattle industry and the people, and commends Moeur as an efficient, able, conscientious public official.

Phoenix State Land Department Southwestern Cattle Growers” Association Tacwon W. A. Mouer State of Arizona W. A Morer Southwestern Cattle Growers’ Association Tucson W. A. Moeur

Examinations for Officers Camp Held Near Naco

May 2 Examinations for the Officers Training Camp at the Presidio were closed by Captain R and McNally at the First Cavalry camp in Naco. Four dozen eight applicants were entered across three days with forty eight applying yesterday. Applications to be forwarded today. replies on lucky entrants expected late week. Nearly all eighty four applicants hailed from Bisbee.

Bisbee

Arizona Japanese pledge loyalty to U S

May 2 Japanese residents in Arizona through the Japanese Association of Arizona pledged to be friends of the nation and loyal supporters of the government. In a letter from Ondo Saito president and H Kaneko secretary, the Nipanese express readiness to bear their share of wartime burdens. The letter, addressed to Governor Thomas E Campbell, was delivered to the Governor in the executive chambers.

Phoenix Arizona Ondo Saito H. ©. Kaneko Thomas E Campbell Association

Judge Stanford Rules for Campbell in Governor Ship Fight

In Phoenix on May 2 Judge Stanford issued a lengthy decision in favor of Governor Campbell in the governor ship contest after arguments by attorneys. He declined to throw out Bisbee No 1 but found gross irregularities and noted changes from Campbell to Hunt. Several precincts statewide were slated for exclusion, potentially giving Campbell between 35 and 60 votes. Hunt has given notice of appeal.

Phoenix P. A Stanford Campbell Sinal Compittoreny Iv Hunt

Tombstone to the Front As Usual in Army Drive

Tombstone figures prominently as the Army Officers Reserve Corps testing staff and local recruits prepare for service. Volunteers including Tom H Brandt and Marty Carter are shown in San Francisco and Frisco reports note several Tombstone residents awaiting examinations to join the army and navy. Other locals like George Gilleon Grant Warner Hoyt Asa Lawrence Land and Sheri tary C Wheeler are listed among applicants slated for examinations this week.

Tombstone Los Angeles Times Army Officers Reserve Corps Presidio St San Tom H. Brandt Mrt R. Brandt Frisco Tom Marty Carter Chirazo Aviation Corps France Grorce Riley Ray Swain Oriental Waters Uncle Sam George Gilleon Briny Deep United States Crater Grant Warner Hoyt Asa Lawrence Land Sheri? Tarry C. Wheeler Toi Brandt

Refused to Stand for Nation's Hymn at Miami Lodge Banquet

At a Knights and Ladies of Security meeting in Miami last evening George Emmett and two others were escorted from the banquet room after refusing to rise for The Star Spangled Banner. Emmett, aligned with those opposing raising an American flag over Miners Hall, disputed the issue with George Smith. the lodge president told the men they were not welcome at the meeting.

GLOBE George Emmett Burlison A. T. Anderson Knights and Ladies of Security Order Miami Emmett George Smith Lodge Knights and Ladies Security

Verdict for Defendant in cattle commission case

A civil suit between C. J. Allen and Francisco Elias ended with a verdict for the defendant, a prominent case involving substantial money, and the parties were excused. The article also notes political prisoner Bhagwan Singh of Hindu origin facing bail and potential deportation actions, with immigration and labor charges pending. A sale notice lists 16 mares and colts ready for inquiry through Bhagwan Singh’s agents.

Tepmtng Terr C. J. Allen Francisco Elias Tucson Bharwen Singh Anid United States San Francisco Keown Bhagwan Singh Immigration Service Department of Justice United States Secretary of Labor Robert Melsterhans Surveil

Tombstone urged to buy war bonds in 1917 drive

Tombstone residents urged by First National Bank to subscribe to the 2 1/2 percent Liberty loan issue of 2,000,000,000 in bonds. Telegram from Secretary McAdoo urges prompt subscriptions by June 15 with guidance on denominations and no tax on interest. Bank offers free services and requests a rough subscription estimate from customers.

Tombstone United States First National Bank of Tombstone WG. Meadow United States ‘Treasury Washington Washington, DC First National Bank of Tomb Federal Reserve Bank

Mexican Pupils Refuse to Salute at Central School

Spectators report that Mexican pupils at Central school do not salute the flag during daily ceremonies. While other nationalities uncover and salute, Mexican children keep heads covered and do not raise their hands, prompting complaints from parents. A plan is said to be devised to enforce universal respect on the school grounds.

Bisbee Central School United Stateag Aquerer Ite

Port Grant Industrial School Expands Garden Acreage

Phoenix May 2 Port Grant Industrial School plans to cultivate over 200 acres this year under superintendent Mulliam. Efforts focus on truck varieties suitable for canning and winter use to aid conservation and student labor. The program aims to produce vegetables for winter storage and to boost local crops.

Phoenix Port Grant Industrial School TE. Mulliam

Death of John McCarthy Tombstone Pioneer Dies Unnaeventful

City Marshal George Bravin received word from Douglas of the sudden death last night of John McCarthy, longtime Tombstone resident and pioneer. He owned property in Tombstone and Douglas, worked in mines, and left son Charles in Douglas and daughter Mary. Burial will be in City Cemetery beside his wife, with services Sunday at 2:30.

George Bravin Douglas John McCarthy Tombstone Dougie Mr. McCarthy Bravin McCarthy Hison Chas Mary

Alien Enemy Tears Flag From Hughes Auto

County Assessor E A Hughes, returning from a week away, found an alien enemy female had torn the flag from his car at Chiricahua Station. He contemplated options but pursued census duties, noting the vandalism and planning to replace the flag as he resumes work.

Dougars E. A. Hughes N. A. Hughes Cochine County Chiricahua Station Hughes

Second Papers Exam for Army Naturalizations Held

Clerk J. E. James in Superior Court today oversaw naturalization proceedings for soldiers seeking third papers at September’s exam when Examiner Jones returns. Names include sergeants from 6th Field Artillery, 18th Infantry, and other units, with Captain M. A. Palen and wife as witnesses.

Referee Army J. E. James Superior Court Jones Jos. Fich Battalon Feld Artillery Felix Bochenroth First Cavalry Michael Davoren Ernest C. Hasselbaum Limler A Christianson John. J. Pitegerald C. G Henry Wendelisky Int Andrew Kretschmer Gerhard Knoop Stanley Geriba Prank Rogala Joseph Hintz Ith John Donnelly Chas. A. Emerson Eugene P. Haba Otto Carlson

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