Arizona boosters push for strong road network and fair exhibit
A long town column recalls free distribution of a new information book by Joseph E. Gray and Oscar Goll, notes on county road work and labor, and urges Cochise and Santa Cruz counties to back road bonds. It advocates a unified Arizona exhibit and highlights Phoenix Chamber efforts, border tensions, and upcoming county meetings for improved governance and travel. The piece also mentions Santa Cruz road bonds passing and calls for competent engineers and local contractors.
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Joseph E. Gray
Bisbee
Oscar Goll
Douglas
Chambers of Commerce
Gray
Mr. Goll
Santa Cruz
Pima
Cochise County
Cochise
Ryan
America
Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz Patagonian
Aind
Board of Supervisors
Phoenix Republican
el Paso
Los Angeles
Associated Press News
Phoenix
Developments Hit Strike District Amid City Visit
In the strike district, a high official visits after a short city stay. Attorney Ginrot Wiley EB Jones travels from West Keaton to investigate conditions with aid from union representative Frank Tarbell. George McKenzie and Tarbell are arrested for attempting to seize union books during a committee meeting and later released on recognizance. A crackdown forms to expel the men from the district, and Tarbell and McKenzie face further charges.
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Mien
Tarbell
Amt
Justice of the Peace
McBergie
Waal Viey
Tombstone Says No Need for More Laborers Now
A local notice from Tombstone states there is ample labor supply and many camps are closed. Construction proceeds sparingly, hiring is limited, and outsiders face discouraging prospects as contractors prioritize local workers amid slower industrial progress. Eventually there will be a new Hive camp offering health, happiness, and prosperity.
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Tombstone
Toy Batoon Causes Roof Fire At Tucson Party
A toy batoon damaged a home at 64 North Park Avenue in Tucson yesterday evening, landing on the roof and causing about 2000 dollars in damage during a children's party hosted by Mrs. S. M. Swan. University students helped save most of the furniture, and insurance covered most of the loss.
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Tucson
Hal
S. M. Swan
North Park Avenue
General Funston Takes Command At Douglas Border
Gen Funston arrived at Douglas from Fort Sam Houston to assume personal command of U S troops in trenches and to halt firing into the United States from Mexican factions. He vowed to protect Americans and end border shooting, noting invasion would only occur if absolutely necessary. Major W J Hay accompanies him, set to relieve Gen Thin F Davis as border tensions mount.
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el, Paso
United States
Frederick Funston
Fort Sam Houston
Douglas
Big interests target old Carlisle mine deal
A New York City syndicate representative secured control of property near Dinnean in the Steegderock district of New Meates. The group has held an option on the mine for four months and plans to exercise a contract option soon, with potential for production and sale arrangements.
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Wb” Dacall
New York City
Steegderock
Another Chapter in Big Mining Suit Leads to Appeal
The trial in the Cetvicated Conninatium-Colletta cave case resumes with attorneys Leos Morfout and Cieary on loan to seat the jury. The main issue concerns whether Victim identified money held by defendants and the action to define entitlements. briefs will be filed. The appeal is expected after a three day trial period and costs around £10.
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Colletta Cave
Leos Morfout Ant Cieary
Mewes
John Maoh Rose
Jor Scott
Iuperior
General Funston Takes Charge After San Antonio Withdrawal
General Frederic Funston arrived to assume command today as the DOPGEAS reports that Fumi and its staff left San Antonio last Sunday night following Vill declarations made to a newspaper representative.
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Dopgeas
Frederic Funston
Fumi
San Antonio Post
List of Americans wounded at Douglas
Nov 2 reports list multiple American wounded near the Douglas customs area. Herbert K a 75 year old civilian was shot in the shoulder and taken to a hospital. Jones of Company G Seventh Infantry was wounded near the border. a young Mesian boy was shot in the stomach near the customs house. General CStyles official report says forty five Carranza men killed and seventy five wounded. two US soldiers were shot early this morning, one in the leg and one in the stomach, both taken to the hospital. condition of the stomach wound is serious.
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Lawrence
Mass
Vicksburg
Ford Carr
U. of A
Tucson
Ronal
Seventh Infantry
Wecr
Carramen
Fastigt
VOMCA
Cutfes
Carranza
United States
Seventfantry
V. M.A
New Regulations in Ghiricahua Forest Access for Settlers and Prospectors
Under new rules effective October 1, 1915, settlers miners and prospectors may cut dead timber near the Ghiricahua Forest without charge for firewood fencing and domestic use. Total timber value cannot exceed 20 dollars per year with fence posts and logging at five cents per unit and firewood at fifty cents per cord. Fees for products available on application to the West District Ranger Courtland Kironan.
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Chiticahas National
Courtland Kironan
Capt Ben Cook Laid to Rest Pioneer of Tombstone
Funeral services for Capt. Ben Cook, a Tombstone pioneer, were held at 4 pm from the family residence with Masonic rites. Numerous old-time residents attended the ceremony and cemetery honors were given. He is survived by two daughters Mrs Willstte Murphy of Tombstone and Mrs Chas Bowmar of Los Angeles, who could not attend.
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Ben Cook
Tomboluvst
Willstte Murphy
Tomestone
Chas Bowmar
Los Angeles
Gleeson Items For The Past Week In Gleeson Area
Gleeson notes for the past week recount a basketball mishap injuring a student during recess with several stitches needed, under care of Dr. Stroud. A trip to the Chiricahuas involved Constable Gibson and LM Brown. Lon Seonch delivered lumber to Jolson for B A Taylor’s branch store. Harry Lawdon visits his son near Gleeson. Mrs. Rube Baker remains bedridden with lagrippe. Kelton store of A Taylor’s burned before dawn by unknown arsonists.
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Gleeson
Oseber
Carence Brown
M Lt
Brobotnet
Winder
Dr. Stroud
Lon Seonch
Jolson
B.A. Taylor
Taxes Paid Up For First Cochise County Installment
County Treasurer Ross said few taxpayers likely default on first tax installment. Last day for payment with potential delinquencies uncertain as postal mail has been light. Small taxpayers largely paid, while larger taxpayers including railroads and mining companies paid only first installment.
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Ross
Cochise County
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Clifton Mining Journal
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Indiana
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Sam
Vnoenix
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Che Ut
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Wrike
Messean
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Gen. Furston
PL. Taylor
Carlisle
BIG Mining
Herbert K
Cuhaner
Carntiya Sorteus
Jones
Fetter
Abe Hills
Aray
Customs House
Ove Y. Whiddan
Company A
Ghiricahua Forest
Gibson
LM Brown
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Deming, N. ML
Harry
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Kelton
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