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Tombstone Epitaph

Location

Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1909

Page

2

Cactus Fruits to Produce Alcohol

The New Mexico College of Agriculture bulletin outlines cactus fruits as a potential alcohol source. Certain cactus species could yield ten tons per acre producing 135 gallons of ethyl alcohol per acre at competitive costs, with profit near $81 per acre after fruit gathering costs. harvesting efficiency remains a hurdle. Professors Hare Mitchell and Bjerregaard authored the bulletin as the department begins new experiments on the plant’s commercial value for the arid southwest.

Seare Department of Chemistry New Mexico College of Agriculture and Mechanic Southwest Hare Mitchell Bjerregaard

Cananea to Agua Prieta Railroad Project Resumes

Plans to resume construction of the Cananea to Agua Prieta line with further extension to Chihuahua through the Sierra Madre. An injunction had halted one segment under a 30 kilometer concession fought in court. Differences with the S P have been settled and work to begin within days.

Canane S P Cananea Naco Cananea Company

Bisbee Explorers to Leave Soon for Guaymas

The Bisbee party planning an expedition to Tibuon island will depart on the 15th of this month. A gasoline launch will take them up the Gulf of California near Tituron while exploring. At least eight explorers from Bisbee will join, to be towed by Phoenix and Albuquerque ten, carrying provisions, purified water, and trade goods for the Indians.

Tibuon Guaymas Gulf of Caluia Tituron Bostee Phoenix Albuquerque Ten

Gleeson Constable Nets Prisoner For Grand Jury

Worley Cates, constable at Gleeson, brought in a prisoner named Philips to await grand jury action on grand larceny. The arrest follows a prior theft of a horse and saddle from Constable Cate, traced to Poi, who returned to Gleeson with the saddle and was arrested.

Worley Cates Gleeson Philips Cate Geesan Gleeton

Ex Marshal Ber to Take Indian Agent Post at Menominee

Former United States Marshal Ber leaves Tucson tomorrow to assume duties as Indian agent at the Menominee reservation about fifty miles west of Green Bay Wisconsin. Mrs Danigle will remain in Taosier until Mr Dauels completes arrangements in Wisconsin for her to join him. Mr Daniels is widely known across the territory and his movements attract much interest.

United States Ber Tucson Menominee Reseration Green Bay Wis Danigle Taoser Dauels Wisconsin Daniels

Floral tribute from tombstone for Mrs. James Leteon

Large quantity of flowers were sent to Bustos today as a tribute from friends to be placed on the casket of Mrs. James Leteon who died at the copper camp last evening. The deceased, 57, had lived in Bisbee nearly 25 years and was well known across Southern Arizona. She leaves a husband and two sons.

Bustos James Leteon Ariza Bisbee

Taft Diaz Day Invitations Sent for El Paso Meeting

Invitations for the Taft-Diaz day meet in El Paso arrived today in Tombstone, embossed with the dual nations’ arms. The outer and inner envelopes carry the seals, the first page shows the coats of arms, and a long list of officials and committee members appears on the third page, with El Paso credited for the invitation.

el Paso

Exhibit to be Held in Chicago and Territory Products

An irrigation exposition will be held in Chicago from November 2 to December 4 with exhibits from the soil and mines across the territory. Dwight B Heard of Phoenix arranged for 40 feet of space and secured concessions to remove freight charges during the Chicago event.

Aragons Chicago New Cheago Dwight B Phoenix Sune

Quail Season Opens Amid Hunt Limits Countywide

Local nimrods are reminded that quail hunting begins on the 15th and birds are said to be plentiful throughout the county. Hunters may take no more than 25 quail per day under penalty of a fine up to 100 dollars.

Prominent Tucson Editor Marries Florence Benedict

Editor J B Campbell of the Tucson Citizen wed Miss Florence Benedict in a Tuesday ceremony in Tucson. Campbell is regarded as a versatile writer whose influence is felt in the city. The Prospector joins in congratulating the happy couple.

Tucson J B . Campbell Hae Florence Campbell West Hie

Two Candidates for Clerkship in Supreme Court Race

Ned Creighton and Roy Daydawn emerge as active candidates for the clerk of the supreme court role in Phoenix. They seek to influence decisions toward Fred K Tritle's resignation. Creighton is J.C Adams’ chief lieutenant. Daydawn is a former legislator.

Ned Creighton J.C Adams Roy Daydawn Phoenix Activ Supreme Court Fred K Tritle Davideonie Tritle Adame Maricope County Crempton

Bids for Douglas Poor Farm Buildings

Bids were opened for county hospital and poor farm buildings on the Douglas site. Contractors presented brick stone and adobe options with varying prices and specifications. The board allowed bidders to explain their plans and no decision was announced yet, with a selection expected later in the evening.

Douglas Bair & Co Elder BO MJ Thomas Gu.oun Ad Molden Crack & Logan NP Olen & On Bute

Expect to Build Home in Tombstone

The American Women's rag ce plans a Tombstone chapter home pending Secretary Frank Abril's approval. A local league formed with organizers securing a $2500 chapter home via ownership of 40. The league grows nationwide and Tombstone's chapter marks a key expansion point in its history.

Tombstone Frank Abril United States

Rushing Railroad Work Into Naco

Eight miles of grading on a new railroad near Naco with five camps active. One camp reportedly moved forward leaving behind about 10 mules and 50 men. Crews push grading and anticipate steel and ties arriving soon for construction progression.

Grant Box

Healy Takes Option on Two Mines Near Parker and Mojave

Healy, former Independence League organizer, says he secured options for US Steel on two Mojave mines. One is the Williams group of 12 unions in Mojave County with a 125,000 bond. the other, the Mojave Tungsten King group of six claims in the Yuess district, has a 250,000 bond. A steel company expert is examining one property. Healy calls the Isals as good as made.

Healy Te Dearer Independence League Arifom Parker US Steel Corporation Mednage 0 Steel Company Williams Group Mojave Hudapad Mountains

Petition Not Filed by Anti Runout League

The anti runout league failed to present its petition to the board yesterday. It bears 44 names, far short of the 450 required. The petition will wait for the outcome of mandamus proceedings in Maricopa county and verdicts are expected this evening.

Maricopa

Aviators Featured at Territorial Fair Exhibition Plans

The territorial fair will feature aviators, with plans to bring Greg Carte, Wilbur Wright, or other famed aerial leaders to Phoenix for a four day event in November if terms are acceptable. The secretary says communication with Curtis and Wright is ongoing at St. Louis for a centennial exhibition week. Aviators are setting their own prices, with figures ranging up to thousands per day for some pilots, while others seek weekly fees.

Greg Carte Wilbur Wright Phownix Christy Curtis Wright Et Louie Bleriot Heuri F New York Curzon Rheimer Deteerange Paulban Domanest Atte Peance Farman

Young Lady Denies Blame Over Missed Subscriptions

Mrs Jessie Simons reproduces a letter asserting she bears no responsibility for unreceived magazines and subscription refunds. The missive addresses subscriber complaints and counterclaims circulated about delays and publicizing issues, clarifying her stance in the matter.

Copper Queen September Output Summary

The Copper Queen shows September production around 4 009 unde of matters against 600 in Auster with a near steady daily output. Calumet and Arena Swelt er nearly matched August with about 1 500 000 pounds for the period, noting a thirty day month instead of thirty one.

Calumet Arena

Financial condition of Cochise County September report

The Cochise County treasurer reports September receipts totaling 62,505 paid by Commerce Trust Co for Douglas tchant bonds recent sale. Other income includes recorder fees 859.60 licenses 2,128 probate fees 6.35 school land leases 24 and small sums from justice fines interest on deposits back taxes. Expenditures 5,100.96 including 3,600 for salary warmare and various warrants. Balance at month start 125,3499.

The Commerce Trust Co White Justice Peace Baree High Douglas Naco

Damage Suit Filed Over Injuries From Tunnel Accident

George Schulte sues Lumpirson Copper at Glone for 55000 alleging negligence after an accident in the Taylor tunnel on March 20. He was confined to the Old Dominion Hospital following the incident.

George Schulte Lumpirson Copper Company Glone Taylor Tunnel Hie Sack Grves Schulte Old Dominion

Oldest Woman in United States Said to Be Harriet Bruen

The fragment notes Mrs Harriet Bruen of 101 Monteauins Avenue Phnols claimed as the oldest woman in the United States at about 119 years. It describes her life, eyesight, and daily ironing at home conducted by granddaughter Mire Steele, with references to memories of slavery and her long life.

United States Harriet Bruen Monteauins Avenur Phnols Mra Brown the Gazette Mra Grain Noane Mire M A Steele Thie

Health in Territory Seen As Generally Sound By Official

Territorial Superintendent of Health De ES Godfrey told the Tucson Star that overall health conditions in the territory are as good as expected for the season. Contagious diseases are scarce with a few typhoid cases noted in Cochise County and in Bisbee. Benson reports several cases but conditions are improving and widespread spread is unlikely.

de ES Godfrey Tucson Star Cochise County Benson Godfrey Bio Cochise Neael Bisbee Ye de Rary Ev Ehle

Southern Pacific Cuts Canned Goods Freight Rates

Southern Pacific announced a voluntary rate reduction effective October 27 on canned goods from Kansas City Memphis New Orleans St Louis and Chicago to Phoenix and Arizona points. The cut saves about 54 per car with several precise rate drops from $1.75 to $1.69 per 100 pounds and from 150 to 113 in related lanes, affecting vegetables fruits jellies jams and meats shipped east of these points. Local officials notes include public notices on immigration duties and Tafts Phoenix visit cost of 1500 to the city treasury.

Kansas City Menphie New Orleans St Louie Chicago Phoenix Arua Southern Pacific Aruona Kavesa City Omaha

Daily Fair News From County and Territory Developments

Fair Commissioner Jeoar K Goll reports county progress after Phoenix trip with plans for Territoral Fair exhibits in mining and agriculture. Machinery for an electric tube plant arrived and should be installed by week’s end. Sneed Bros offer a premium trade incentive with a large dinner set prize for cash buyers. Notable others include hunting trips, court proceedings set for April, tax receipts, train wrecks, a new pipe organ in Phoenix church, and stacked financial notices.

Jeoar K Goll Phoenix Coohiee Finc Hes Sneed Bros

Chinese Student of Mining Arrives to Study in U S Mines

A Chinese student delegated by his government arrives in the United States to study mining. He is met at Wickenbury by the Vulture Mines superintendent and will stay a week on the property with expenses paid from the imperial treasury. He was educated in an eastern university and will learn in America.

Tiere Vulture Mae Heo Wickenbury Vulture Mines Company Phoenix Republian

Catarrh Cure Advertised by Toledo Firm

An old newspaper ad touts Hal's Catarrh Cure from F J Cursey Co Toledo offering testimonials and a price per bottle. The copy claims direct action on the mucous surfaces and lists Watoise Kiswas Marvis as wholesale druggists and that druggists stock the cure.

Notice of debt collection via bank receipt

Notice from Paul B. Warnekros stating he has sold his mercantile interests and will be absent for weeks. All accounts due him are placed with The First National Bank of Tombstone for collection and receipt. He requests all debtors to pay the bank. Tombstone Arizona July 8.

T National Bank of Tombstone Paul B. Warnekros Ariz

Mining Notice of Bonded Claims in Arizona

Public notice states the mining claims Geronimi Lite Deep Little Hope Homestake and Headright in Turquoise Mountain district active county Arizona were bonded to W C Hamphee Douglas in June 190. The deregulated party will not be responsible for labor supplies or other expenses for the period of the bond to WC Humphrey or D W Brows.

W. C D W

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Cactus Jessie Simons Denver Miet the International Buber Joe Henderson EP & 8 W Douglas Business Frank Jones W P White Bro. White Taft Ayer Lowell JD Machomich Thos Tate Adri Wanroy War Curhart Alice Mountains Troy McNell Woolf Mura Schwarte Flagstall Court Hnaean Fulton Olaest Arizona Independent Order of Good Tenplare Tempe Precott Maricopas County Flagstat Marionpa Central Methodist Church Hanesker Inez Tueteul Hitcheck Cameron Chatman Hoval Seth Globe Ace Yama Pree Ty Hall
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