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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1917
Page
4
A letter arguing for restoring capital punishment follows the Daley lynching on the Apache Trail as proof the state erred by abolishing the law. It cites Tombstone's 189 vote against abolition, praises the Tucson Citizen stance, and contends life imprisonment is inadequate for extreme crimes and lynching fears.
A short opinion urging homeowners to paint houses in Tombstone to present a progressive image. The piece praises paint as a civilizational invention and supports selecting the right Democratic candidate in the next election, warning that Governor Campbell could seek another term if mischosen. The column references Governor Campbell and party stakes.
Phoenix May 6 Southwestern states press for an Army bill amendment to authorize three regiments of mounted volunteers for border duty and property protection. Arizona Texas and California senators support the measure as do prominent citizens who have wired endorsements to Senator Fall in Washington. Supporters urge quick passage with dates and actions noted.
A May visit by an enthusiastic group of Californians led by FP Hunteman explored Bowie valley land prospects amid rainfall charts and state prize winning crops. They purchased half to a full section each, impressed by alfalfa displays and irrigationless yields, marking faith in Bowie valley agricultural potential.
Act of Congress from June 20 1990 notices that the State of Arizona filed to select for lands described in various township sections for penitentiaries charitable institutions and reformatories. Protests or contentions must be submitted before publication approval and certification. Dated Phoenix April 18 1897.
For April the County Recorder Ray Krebs office filed 775 instruments, slightly under March’s record total. This exceeds April of last year when 636 instruments were filed and $1019.95 collected.
May day coverage reports fourteen applicants taking the state bar exam at the Arizona State Capitol. Five women are listed among those examined by J. J. O'Sullivan, with written portions scheduled for today and tomorrow.
United States Land Office in Phoenix announces a grant selection list for bonds and accrued interest for lands in Arizona. Protests or contests to any tract must be filed and forwarded to the General Land Office before final approval and certification. Dated Phoenix February 26. L. Irvin and Birdno signatories. First publication March 11.
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