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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1919
Page
5
Flooding and heavy rainfall crippled central Arizona towns as the Agua Fria River rose, isolating ranches and marooning families. Snow blanketed Flagstaff with 18 inches, trains delayed and drifted, while Phoenix faced canal breaches and rising waters threatening homes and infrastructure. Authorities warned of further risk as the floodwaters moved southward.
A Arizona girl at a desert ranch two miles west of Welos, amid a confrontation with Lavine who threatened her with an axe. The woman used a bed gun and shot the intruder after he seized her weapon, killing him as he closed in.
James M. Cavin, 35, died in Phoenix after collapsing on North Central avenue. His head struck an iron sign as he fell, authorities said. Cavin, a former state highway sub foreman, was believed to have relatives in Miami or Clarkdale, Arizona, and a married sister near a farm in the area.
The London market quotes silver at 1.62 dollars per ounce fine, a peak driven by dwindling supply and urgent demand in arts and coinage. The article traces US mint data from 1852 to 1919, notes potential melting of coins if bullion stays above the standard, and discusses global capital shifts and wartime effects on silver prices. It references Treas ury stock figures and certificates, and mentions reactions to German actions and ocean conditions shaping silver demand. The piece blends market quotes with historical context and speculative outlooks.
A muddled text notes a rush order of silver dollars for China channeled through Taeh Focus liner service and Vanecupes Roombie 2, addressing wartime haste and mint pricing. Superintendent TL Ww. discusses government purchase strategy and silver dollar coinage history, including intrinsic versus face value and redeemability.
In Phoeninx November 28 the Arizona Association urged churches and communities to cooperate for Health Sunday on December 10. The group stressed the need to spread the message of a sound mind in a sound body to Congress and the public, citing recent statewide activities and urging local churches to join the observance.
On November 28 the board of examiners admitted fifteen applicants to practice law after examinations held November 26. Names include Martin Herlick of Phoenix, Charles A. Cave of Mees, J Smith Gibbons of St Johns, Martaon, Flagstaff, P. G. Melver of Phoenix, Emmet T. Moetison of Prescott, Frederick W. Rogerz of Tucson, Walter C. Smith of Ray, Henry J. Spillivan of Phoenix, John J. Seeney of Winslow, Warren J. Van Spanckeren of Mesa, J. Andrew West of Present, and Norman P. Wykoat of Je.
In Tucson on November 28 a stockholders meeting for the Sin Petru Gra acd Of company discussed the Whetstone mountain digeriet acreage. The group, with Patagonia and Nogales supporters, reported the company in strong financial condition and optimistic about an early exploration well on the property.
Secretary E W Stephens of the State Livestock Sanitary Board warned cattlemen that failure to re register brands before December 12 will bring penalties. Many of the 24000 registrations are inactive or obsolete as owners left business years ago. Re registration is the first since the board formed years ago and costs range up to 5 dollars per entry. Remaining brands must be renewed by December 12 or risk action.
Livestock and ranges in Phoenix describe unusually heavy rains across southern and desert sections. Improved forage and fodder conditions contrast with scattered damage from late-season weather. farmers anticipate better winter feed, though some areas see slow progress and ongoing bark beetle impacts in certain counties.
Data shows U S national banks expanding assets and earnings from 1911 to 1919 with higher growth than pre 1914. In the five year span to 1919 earnings rose sharply, and no national bank failed in the current year end affecting depositors.
Gordon Conia Zant tododian won a ten mile modified marathon in Phoenix under a rainstorm with mud. He finished in 51 minutes. Leon Mailio Zant was second and Robert Attato Hopi placed third.
A Mexican dispatch reports several individuals in Mexico City killed themselves after believing the world would end between December 17 and 20, based on a French astronomer Porta's prediction. The Tecusaya observatory announced a new object near the coast, cited by a Japanese astronomer, fueling the alarm and prompting more fatal actions.
The governor officiated a seating ceremony at the capitol for Phoenix youth, with attendees including community figures and local officials. The event highlighted youth achievements and involved formal ceremonies and remarks by state leaders.
Nav Commissioner Norviel announces a large tract of land suitable for reclamation by the government. The area lies near the Virgin River, close to the Arizona Nevada corner, in a distant and sparsely settled part of the state.
In Nov 28 report from Phoenix a hatting party searched for Truman Pussey and George Frerine, both about 14, after they were seen marooned on a river island two miles north and one mile west of Mesa. The river was flood stage and rising a foot per hour. Authorities posted along the bank as the hunt continued.
In Phoenix a woman buys the first seals to support the Red Cross health and happiness campaign. Her son serves in the navy, stationed abroad, and she hopes to have Med Cress Xmas seals decorate her home for holiday cheer as citizens still ship gifts to the war effort.
Fragmented text outlines a resignation of an assistant attorney general in Arizona on November 2, citing personal reasons and changes in office leadership. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR, but references a transition involving the attorney general and a district attorney figure.
In Phoenix a court reviews a case involving alleged violations of a state statute related to gambling and attorney conduct. The proceedings aim to determine the admissibility and tracing of funds connected to an implied gambling operation and the involvement of an attorney in the matter.
A garbled report notes a prize fight permit in Phoenix for a Friday night event on February 22. The text names Governor Ceclplell and other details but is unreadable. The fragment implies authorities authorized a boxing contest while omitting clear dates and participant names.
Fragmentary OCR text appears to discuss a thief and latent desires affecting state matters. No clear names dates or places are extractable. The piece resembles a disrupted political or legal note with uncertain meaning and lacks verifiable facts.
November 25 report states the state highway department is receiving additional war surplus equipment from the War Department. The items include a concrete mixer, eight Kopel cars for tactic trial railroad, one hoisting equipment and four dump wagons, all shipped from Norfolk Virginia. The machine transfer is part of the turnover of war material from agriculture department.
Heavy rains swept a canyon road corridor for about 15 miles south of Heam Zarh. Arrivals from the south report material damage and roadway collapse but no loss of life. Local officials say water and debris blocked segments as crews assess the scene near Nacozuri after the train's departure.
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