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Tombstone Epitaph

Location

Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1919

Page

2

Cattle Thief Arrested After Grizzly Mountain Theft

Deputy Sheriff R K Haverty brought Max Von Baumkirchner to county jail on charges of stealing cattle from the Aston estate. Witness Pete Haverty observed the crime, including shooting, skinning, and quartering the animal before hauling it away on burros. Baumkirchner, accused after a stakeout in the Huachnee mountains, posted $240 bond but was held awaiting trial. Authorities say a gang of cattle thieves operates near the Mexico border and warrants are pending.

R. K. Haverty Gare Max von Baumkirchner Aston Baumkichner Haverty Ste Cam Baumkirchner Cattie Uuachwea Pere Ramsey Canyon Pete Crete Iis Drotmer Pattinkirehner H Lm Bapadus Delore Pete Haverty Baumskirchner Sheriffs Office Cate Maid Mexico

Lumber Mills Closed as Costs Soar in Arizona and Michigan

Williams Arizona May 7 report says Arizona Lumber and Timber mills at Flagstaff and Saginaw Michigan plants near Williams have stayed shut for winter except box sections. Only smaller mills active. Saginaw mill ready to resume. Factories cite lumber up 40 percent and labor up 65 percent with machinery and materials up 100 to 400 percent.

Fire at Mexican Canyon Destroys Seven Homes in Miami

Fire at 2 30 this morning destroyed seven mail houses in Mexican canyon near Miami causing an estimated loss of 3000 to 3500 dollars. A two story structure housed a Mexican grocery on the ground floor and six small laborer residences were burned. Most household goods were saved though store stock including imported goods and pottery was lost. None of the residents are known to have insurance.

Miami Mexican Canyon

Miami Woman Dies After Short Illness

Mrs Willella Myers 39 wife of Walter T Myers Miami contractor died at Miami Inspiration Hospital after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband a daughter aged 3 and a brother living in Miami.

Miami Willella Myers Walter T. Myers Miami Inspiration Hospital

Death of Charles Henry Tebbs at Roosevelt near Tonto Basin

The 64 year old Charles Henry Tebbs, longtime resident and mining man, died near Roosevelt after an illness. Born in California to Quintis Cincinnatus Tebbs, he owned land now under Roosevelt reservoir. Burial will be in Globe. Surviving sister Mrs Vinson Anderson of this city and three nephews Quintus J. Anderson of Flagstaff, Henry Quintus Robinson of Benson, and Thomas Robinson of Yuma.

Fudenix Tonto Basia Roosevelt Charles Henry ‘Tebbe Iinesza Burrial Globe Vinson Anderson Quintus J. Anderson Flagstaff Henry Quintus Robinson Benson Schools Thomas Robinson Yuma

Helmet Sale Boosts Victory Loan Night on First Avenue

The Victory loan meeting on First avenue followed a parade with a helmet sale and helmet presentation. Frank W. Shedd, a local real estate man, won a German helmet for 47500 while topping a Mesa high offer. he bought $500 bonds, bringing his night total to 9000. Leon Gass bid on the bouquet, won a $500 bond and yielded the flowers to Shedd. Herman Warrendorf of New York purchased a $1000 bond as numerous smaller sales pushed the evening total toward 20000.

Phoenix May Victory Loan First Avenue Presenta Lon Frank W. Shedd Mesa Shedd Leon Gass Herman Warrendorf New York

Highway Commission Quits Tucson After Heated Meeting

May 7. At a joint meeting of the board of supervisors and the county highway commission resignations were tendered and accepted in open session. Present were J W A Baker acting chairman Fred Ronstadt Monte Mansfield and E G Bush. G W Diets former chairman had left town.

Tucson J . W. A. Baker Board of Supervisors Fred Ronstaat County Highway Commission Pred Ronstadt Monte Mansfield E. G. Bush G. W. Diets Tocon

Recipes For the Casserole By Dora Bacheller

A collection of early 20th century casserole recipes detailing Chicken Liver with Peas, Hungarian Barley Dish, Pork Tenderloin with Vegetables, Spiced Apple Casserole, and Banana Casserole. Instructions cover washing rice and barley, chopping meats, layering in a casserole, baking times, and serving suggestions for four to six people.

Traian Hungary

Missing American Soldier Sparks Cross Border Demand

A drunken U S cavalryman fled across the international border at Lachiel four miles west of here and wounded a sergeant of the Mexican patrol at Nogales A demand for the soldier's return was made to Mexican officers and then to the American commandant in Fush The Mexican authorities said the incident arose from a misunderstanding General Calles spoke with the state governor of Sonora and US troops were rushed to Lochler but no further force was used once the matter was explained

Nogales Cinco de Mayo Faediated Ot Fush Charlet General Calles Senora Wollowlee Americin United States Lochler

Soldiers Find Work Through War Service Association

May 3 report says many soldiers are being placed in positions by the War Service Association. Secretary notes rapid return of men and urges firms to notify the association of current or upcoming needs so they can match openings with applicants.

Bauraia

Storage Yard Aimed by State Highway Office

Phoenix May 7 Stope are being taken toward establishing a well protected storage yard warehouse and repair shop for the equipment of the highway department under State Engineer Maddock.

Phoenix Highway Department Maddock

Jury Secures Ury in Chenoweth Case at Trial Start

The jury in the Chenoweth case was secured near 3:30 PM after a full day of selection in Superior Court. The judge continued the case to tomorrow morning when testimony will begin, as defense counsel Gilbert had to attend a highway commissioners meeting. County Attorney Frewen and McKilligan lead the prosecution. several witnesses remain for both sides in what appears to be a hard fought trial.

Deanesaay's Daily Chenoweth Superior Court WGSG Gilmore Dean of Howe RN. Frewen M. J. McKilligan Stat Ore

Florence Diversion Dam Contract Sent to Capital

May 7 report says the Florence diversion dam agreement between landowners and the government likely to gain early approval. The deal, forged in Los Angeles by Indian department representatives and landowners, covers construction of the Gila river project and lowers landowner obligations. Washington now holds the document awaiting Interior Secretary Lane's sign-off.

Capital Phoenix Los Angeles Indian Department Florence Gila River Washington Secretary of the Interior Lane

Shirley Mason Offers Home Cleaning Tips

Shirley Mason from McClure Pictures chides Mrs. Housewife on stove cleaning and hand care. She suggests using soap and water with kerosene and a nailbrush, then Vaseline and gloves for blacking, plus a paintbrush and polishing brash. She also advises mixing soft soap with blacking for shine.

Shirley Mason McClure Pictures

Cleaning Velvet Toys For Housewives Tips

Cleaning velvet toys like rabbits and bears uses a paste of cornstarch and cold water brushed onto the surface. Let it dry, then brush to restore nap and smooth edges, with careful work around embroidery and delicate trims.

Pavels Tennie

Legal Battle Over Mine Tax Law Reaches Federal Court

The United States Circuit Court in San Francisco favored Standard Oil Company of California regarding Arizona tax valuations. Arizona officials planned no immediate challenge to the commission’s rulings, while Standard Oil pursued avenues through state superior courts before the case potentially returns to federal court for merits.

Phoenix May United States Circwit Court of San Praxeisea Wetandard OM Company of Califor Arizona Sx Commission Federst Stormeys Re San Francisco Arizona Dudee Sawtelle Africua Federal Yuri

Standard Oil Wins injunction against Arizona tax boost

Standard Oil of California secured a temporary injunction from a United States appeals court blocking Arizona tax officials from enforcing a raised valuation. The circuit court overruled the Arizona district court, finding the commission’s valuation fundamentally erroneous and invoking constructive fraud against the tax commission. The case targeted the company’s asserted 1917 California assets and income included in Arizona’s valuation.

San Francisco Standard Oil Company of California State Tax Commisssion of Arizona United States Circuit Part of United States District Court of Arizona Tax Commission Commission Oil Company

Mesa Stake Prospers as Membership Doubles

During the Maricopa stake conference President J W Lesueur reported the stake membership now 3300, up from 1600 at presidency installation. He noted new chapels completed recently in Phoenix Gilbert and on the Indian reservation.

Mesa Bay 7 Maricopa L. D J. Wlesueur Phoenix

Packing plant planned for Glendale cattle hub

Fred Tribolet and J C Hurley of Phoenix visited Glendale to scout a site for a large packing plant. They favor Glendale for cattle supply and capital backing. Plans include an extensive facility costing around a large sum, employing 80 to 100 workers, shipping meat by carload, and boosting local hog and cattle trade in the region.

Glendale Fred Tribolet J.C. Hurley Phoenix Tempe Hurley Hess Ariana Caapiwest

Plan to centralize highway equipment storage in Phoenix

Phoenix May 6 The state plans a central storage plant for highway department equipment under Thomas Madden. All gear and supplies not fully used will be shipped to Phoenix for upkeep and repairs when a bridge or road job ends, ensuring readiness for future projects.

Phoenix Mivway Thomas Madde Pheonix War Department

No Need for Changing Fishing Rules Says Warden

May 5 Rio Roosevelt Lake regulations unchanged says Game Warden Prochaski. He warns conditions hinder fish propagation as spawning occurs in shallow water and rapid water level drops cover nests. He sees no immediate need to raise limits or alter rules.

Phoenix Sien Prochaski Roosevelt Lake Roosevelt

Rich Silver Strike in Patagonia Mine

Bisbee reports a rich high grade silver ore strike at the Flux mine in Patagonia from the 130 foot level. The owners are Bisbee men and the extent is not yet known, but estimates place potential at high value per ton. Eastern scouts are evaluating properties as mining in Patagonia district flourishes and future silver and lead prospects look promising. The Flux mine is managed by F. Kohlbergs. Eagar-Full reservoir is assured by deep snow on the White Mountains.

Bisbee Patagonia F. 3 Kohlbers

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