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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1922
Page
3
At a Cochise County Democratic Central Committee meeting in Bisbee last Saturday a platform was drafted and adopted outlining party goals and principles.
The Cochise county Democrats issue a platform criticizing Republican policy, praising local governance, and pledging support for party candidates. The bulletin includes names of state central committee members and details on the cattle market from Prescott to Los Angeles, noting price ranges for steers, cows, and feeders across regions and shipments.
Miami authorities detained two men this afternoon after jewelry valued at thousands was found in their possession. The suspects, who used aliases, match the description of two men suspected of a prior $4.00 jewelry theft at Pierre A Bally Jewelry Store in Tucson weeks earlier.
Mark N. Honeywell, a resident of Kingman, died at the county hospital after shooting himself with a heavy weight gun on Saturday night. The act followed a period of despair and poor health, with only faint hope of recovery. The tragedy highlights the impact of mental distress on individuals seeking care.
A jury in Prescott Arizona found William Acker guilty of first degree murder in the June killing of Ivor Engy near Prescott. The verdict carries the death penalty and Acker will be sentenced September 29. Jurors noted the final moment as Engy lay dying in a ravine after being stabbed and bludgeoned. Acker was arrested in Los Angeles after the attack. a companion named Sam was arrested in Yuma and charged with related involvement. The trial of co-defendant Thomas Burge, also charged in Engy’s murder, is set to begin Monday.
Tucson September 25 Kirke Moore of Moore and Frawley attorneys has been selected by Governor Thomas F. Campbell to succeed Judge Samuel L. Pattee on the superior court bench. Moore will serve from October 2 until January 1 when the new judge takes office. Candidates named were Colonel John Martin Democrat and Darnell Republican. A telegram from Governor Campbell requesting Moore’s acceptance was received yesterday marking public notice of Pattee’s early retirement.
Jesus L. Olivas, Mexican, is in St Joseph's hospital with a dozen bullet wounds and a broken arm after a two man raid on the James Hathaway ranch near the international border seven miles east of Tombstone. His wife and an employee Valente were nearby as Olivas drew a knife. the companion escaped amid gunfire. The Tombstone High School Band and an orchestra will play at the Cochise County Fair in Douglas, with all expenses paid by the fair commission, and chaperone Ethel Tilford accompanying the group.
Phoenix officials dispel town rumors about Guy Dernier murder noting no evidence points to any person or group. Sheriff John Montgomery emphasizes ongoing wide ranging inquiry with detectives from the department and city continuing the probe.
Yaqui Indians in the Sonora delta region retaliate for five executions by abducting and killing Lieutenant Nara Garcia and First Sergeant T Lara. Reports say the pair were seized while hunting a saddle home and later shot in the mountains alongside Yaqui fighters.
Harry Clark was elected chairman F D Hubbell secretary and George Jay treasurer for Cochise county central committee by newly elected precinct committeemen at a Gadadem hotel meeting held yesterday all chosen by acclamation
Ben Stillman secretary of the Arizona state prison at Florence is in St Josephs hospital after a car crash at Seventh and Van Buren streets about 9 yesterday morning. His companion Miss Helen Blake driver of the car was held at the police station. D B Millican of Buckeye operator of the other car reported the wreck to police saying he was driving east on Van Buren near Seventh when Miss Blakes car struck his rear. He said the other car was almost wrecked.
A telegram from Senator Ralph Cameron to H. Corbett in Tucson assures that War department orders reducing troops at Camp Stephen Little Nogates and Damp Harry J. Jones Coustas near the Arizona Mexico border have been rescinded. Local civic groups had priorly urged countermanding the cuts.
Four ten officers of the 25th Infantry stationed at Camp Stephen D. Little are ordered transferred. Six officers including Col RH Wescott move to temporary duty at least 60 days with the 2th Infantry at Columbus New Mexico. Rumor says Columbus post will be abandoned as 24th Infantry moves to Nogales. Other officers assigned to San Francisco and Camp Harry J. Jones. Battalion to leave for Camp Jon.
Arig reports Rafael Carbajal, 34, suspected killer of his wife age 28 and neighbor Domingo Rojo 73, killed himself after authorities found the bodies by his home near Glote. A knife and shotgun were found nearby and Rojo is thought to have been killed while helping Mrs Carbajal. Officers were still searching for Carbajal when his body was found last night.
News from Phoenix says cattle losses in New Mexico rise as Phillips ranch employees report thousands of head dying. Governor Mechem appeals to lift the Arizona quarantine to move stock south. A touring car struck Mexican rider Jane Rodriguez in Phoenix, driver unidentified, after failing to stop.
An advertisement touts the value of I C S courses claiming hourly study yields $95 in value and career advancement. It cites two million students, 130000 preparing for bigger jobs, and promises personal proof if you mail the coupon.
Edward F Winkler, 22, entered a not guilty plea to charges of participating in an attempted holdup of the Golden State Limited on May 15. He appeared before Justice Oscar L Pease vest, who set bond but Winkler could not furnish it. Local Rep John S Collins of Tucson provided the address Box 87.
August 1922 notice from the Interior Department Land Office at Phoenix informs Cornelius A Ebel that Beet L Epperly has filed to contest homestead Entry No 23107. Grounds include lack of residence and improvements, alleging abandonment since entry in 1923. Requires answer within twenty days after the fourth publication, with proof of service, notices to be sent to the post office of choice. Dates of publications run Sept 17 to Oct 6, 1928.
Tutt's Pills Induce regular habit, good digestion. Also mentions various poultry breeds and September delivery specials. Includes contact references to ENOCH CREWS Seabright California and John D. Harris Phoenix Arizona offering automatic pressure water systems.
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