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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1920
Page
1
A damaged OCR summary reports Republican committee figures on revised totals. It notes most precincts are complete with only about 700 scattered votes unsettled. Names of candidates and offices appear garbled but include representative, secretary of state, treasurer, attorney general, and superintendent of public instruction.
The board accepted bids for a highway pipe project. A bid must include a certified cashier’s check of 10 percent. the winning bidder will cover the remaining costs. The panel reviewed proposals and notified filers on the bid results and next steps.
In a Republican primary, Jones defeats opponent Wheeler and receives support from party figures. The race centered on local factions as observers note the result will influence upcoming state contests.
A Tucson service car bound for Tucren te Giche plunged a hundred feet down a steep bank after swaying on a sharp curve. The driver escaped with a chin scar and a bruised leg, aided by Harrison who carried him to Globe for medical care.
The federal court in Phoenix will open November 15 with the present term to be called November 29. The announced schedule confirms the sequence of opening and calling dates for proceedings. Local officials note the term will handle civil and criminal matters in line with standard federal procedures.
In Prescott the Arizona mule contract suit faced further delay as defense pressed to compel the plaintiff to answer. Superior Judge John J. Sweeney postponed the matter to tomorrow morning after extended argument. The jury trial, previously set for Saturday, awaits ruling on amended pleadings and action.
Tucson November 5 By an score of 41 to this football team of the University of Arigota defeated the New Mexico Agricultural College team here today in a game featured by the brilliant playing of the Arizon pckiied McMilan Arima ih bak featurer in 4 specticular ran for 15 yards scoring a touching Mc Gary and Ralph Wh starred for the Aggies.
A troubled report from Arizona notes the Republican leader recovering after an attack. The piece mentions health concerns, the party's stance, and expected political actions following the incident. Details are obscured by damaged text but reference to a Home in Tempe and leadership change are implied.
Deputy Hal Smith finds a drunk man in a wrecked auto after a fire at Lowell. The asleep man clutches a pistol and dies. Smith reports the scene and notes prior fire incident, leading to a drunkenness charge against him.
Nogales Arizona reports October foreign trade figures with port of Nogales showing total trade of 1,090,514 dollars. Exports amounted to 861,655 dollars while imports and exports for the district totaled 1,090,514 dollars.
In Phoenix on November 3 Henri Coleman was held for the superior court after failing to post bond. He is accused of stabbing his wife in the shoulder during an incident in which witnesses say a man joined him. The case involves divorce proceedings and questions over legal representation.
A list of couples from Cochise County seeking marriage licenses amid a political landslide is recorded. Names include Mullins, Mendon, Jones, Varela, Martinez, Atkinson, and several others, with ages and hometowns such as Douglas and Bisbee. The entry notes a river dam project aimed at irrigating nearly 7,909 acres.
In Nogales on November 3 an Associated Press dispatch reports the reunion of Charles Losey with his father George Losey of Sagerman New Mexico after years apart. The elder Losey, a former bank president and Nebraska legislator, faced grief and questions over a death mystery as they connected in an emotional meeting.
Authorities announce a massive timber sale on government lands amid claims of coordination with forest agencies. The plan involves multiple parcels, potential environmental and economic impacts, and heightened scrutiny from local stakeholders and industry groups.
A Humboldt jeweler fired at a junk dealer during a confrontation at the Reeves Jalband area. Van Haren shot the man in the upper arm and wounded another, with Shaver struck by a bullet, though no charges were filed immediately. Witnesses questioned the motive and the case was referred to the county attorney for murder prospects.
Reported thefts at Pearce culminated in the recovery of two horses by Deputy Sheriff Houglas and Sheriff S P Pourcher. The animals were found on a ranch near Jesne Galle after about three months eluded capture. Suspects described as women allegedly rode the horses into Mexico before being located and returned.
A report describes a raid on a distillery following a child abuse case at a residence in Montana. Details allege neglect and mistreatment of a child, with police involvement and pending judicial actions against suspects. The narrative references truancy officers, a church, and families connected to the investigation, with authorities pursuing charges.
A garbled list shows twenty named candidates and officials connected to the Arizona Bar exam. The document references exam oversight in Phoenix and Tucson, with scattered names such as Frankin, Walter Benpert, and Priarots, amid unclear OCR text.
Nov report from Nogales describes Leonard Gopesies Wax being arrested near Lochiel by Dengty Stee ts Shy and Stringtetlow with fe male arson charge. Aeguiler notes traced path from Pine wood blaze in Lagehlel as incendiary at preliminary sheriff investigation. Further regional investigation details remain unclear.
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