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Newspaper

Tombstone Epitaph

Location

Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1916

Page

12

Arizona's Annual Attraction Changes at the Fair Grounds

Arizona voters and visitors will see major improvements at the fair grounds this fall. Landscape work adds umbrella trees roses and vines while livestock sheds move to the north end creating a new judging ring. An automobile park replaces former spaces with streetcar tracks extending into the grounds and a woven wire fence replaces the old board fence. The wine poultry kennel and auto departments expand with new sheds and a larger kennel area. A new heated auto stow brick barn remodel and rest rooms with a check room enhance comfort and convenience for attendees.

Nineteenth Avenue Fair Commission Awine Department Kennel Department Arizona Kennel Coup Pets Department Phoenixire Geo. M. Clayton Chicago Prac- Healy

Colossal Water Circus to Highlight State Fair Carnival

The Arizona state fair carnival will feature for the first time a water circus in a 204000 gallon tank with mermaids divers and water clowns. The show promises stunts from a 100 foot dive a famed Neptune daughter act and a large wild animal arena along with a crystal tunnel submarine ride and a Philippine midget troupe among other feats.

Worsham Wi New York Hippodrome Father of the Waters Boge Water Circus Dare Devil Knight Wat Joe Fiorey Ufe Irene Les Pharoah Moses Nile Philippine Islands Lavern Arizona

Updegraff Starter Reappointed for Harness Races at Fair

P Updegratt who acted as starter to last year's fair harness races will officiate again this year from November 13 to 18. He is known nationwide as a capable, frequently asked official and will serve in the same role for the upcoming event.

P. Updegratt United States

Medler to Drive Pope in Desert Race Contest

Bill Tremaine plans Hoyt Medlar to drive Pope Hartford in a 260 mile desert dash from Tempe to Douglas Phoenes. Medlar, a sick cattleman from his Gil County, will pilot the Miie wagon in the event.

Bill Tremaine Will Hoyt Medlar Pope Hartford Tempe Medlar Gils Cownty Riasault

Dashing Demons During Death In Arizona Auto Race

Twenty cars are entering the Douglas Phoenix road race with entrants including Pierce-Arrow Packard Fiat National Apperson Hudson and Ford. Prize money will rise to 750 for a 2000 purse. The race opens November 13 at the state fair with a 100 mile track event and 150 mile free for all to follow on November 18. Local boosters predict a large field and strong entries from speed towns along the Borderland route. Warren McArthur and Dick Hollingsworth lead promotion efforts with Tucson and Phoenix offices coordinating.

Pierce-Arrow Packard Fiat National Apperson Hudson Ford CH. McArthur Warren Piicher McArthur Brothers Douglas Phoenix Dick Hollingsworth Arizona New Mexico Texas

Hankinsons Auto Polo at Arizona State Fair Nov 13 18

Hankinsons auto polo to be staged at the Arizona State Fair from November 13 to 18. The article extols the sport as a thrilling, costly spectacle with high risks, detailing the elaborate equipment, admitted dangers, and the global attention drawn by the show. It highlights the originator Ralph Hankinson and the extensive expenses to produce the event.

Ralph A. Hankinson

Uncle Sam Sends Specimen Shells Exhibit for State Fair

Chief Master at Arms T R Parker in Phoenix drives Navy recruiting, aided by C F Weber, to showcase at the state fair. Washington ships relics from the Maine and other naval artifacts, including guns, shells, and a training reel, to Phoenix for display.

T. R. Parker Naval Phoenix C.F. Weber U.S. N Tucson Parker Navy Navy Publicity Bureau U. S Maine Washington Salt Lake City Utah U.S. S

Car notes and racing plans from Arizona event

Report describes a touring car Mediar brought to Arizona two years ago stripped for a hundred mile race on the Tucson speedway. It notes Red Tom Brewer will drive in the road race and another party tests a Hudson Six. Brewer’s car is a light, a combination wagon with notable power and singular equipment.

Arizona Capital Mediar Arizona Tucson Speedway Giobe Tom Brewer Brewer

Fragmentary note on four bases in field phrase

Fragmentary OCR text hints at a base field description with unclear wording. The readable fragments mention four bases and possible athletic or field reference, but essential details and context are missing to identify event, players, or location.

Valley firm appoints new manager for winter season

A Valley company announced the arrival of a new manager at its Worth location to oversee the winter season. Reeves will serve during the year, with eight weeks of prior employment and a branch assignment. The move aims to bolster operations and satisfy local demand as the season progresses.

Interpre day from and will PARTY of their Bennett

A fragmented notice mentions Bennett and a party related to Hallow and elves. It references guests and balance for food, with names Dorothy Lillia, Bil arold, Norman, and Lockwood, suggesting a social or business gathering with uncertain details.

Bennett Lockwood Dorothy Lillia Arks Bilarold Norman Eee

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