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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1918
Page
3
Historical clipping reports Tombstone nearly reaches its 849000 quota for the Liberty Loan, with a $36.00 pledge from Phelpetodge company contributing toward the goal. Organizers plan a series of meetings to urge additional subscriptions and report progress as the drive continues.
A list of marriage licenses issued last week includes Jas A Robinson to wed Mebisse Mason, Fr Huxchuca to wed Fecquil Lopez, Rosalia Flores to wed Oulia Garcia, and numerous other couples across Bisbee, Douglas, and nearby communities, with each entry noting the prospective spouses and local towns. The compilation reflects a broad mix of names and locales, indicating a busy period for civil unions in the region.
Special Agent AH Blakely of the Department of Justice pursued a suspect named Bridges from Arizona through Los Angeles and San Diego to a final destination in this city. The case involves a suspected kidnapping tied to the Mann White Slave 202 network with multiple agencies following leads.
An unnamed man lapsed into a fatal fall thought to be caused by intoxication in Arizona. Observers saw him near North Third Street and police aid station staff found the body. The deceased, possibly identified as Thomas Stead A, was transported to a local company for preparation before delivery to relatives. No formal autopsy or examination occurred at the time. The incident remained unexplained as investigators pursued clues.
A U.S. customs broker, Joe Aidand Alsofones, was arrested with several Mexican officials in a suspected fraud conspiracy. He was taken to Mexicali and Ensenada for questioning, with a ransom reportedly sent to secure his release. A Mexican governor pledged cooperation in the case.
Tombstone voters cast few ballots as Dem ticket faced no opposition and Republicans filed no petitions. Councils in wards one to four named small slates with Roy Welch Coplen Rod Cornelius James Marrs Jos A Wey HL Hatchison E A Hughes A Wentworth Mrs J F Ross T W Gilmore William Cavanaugh PA Smith William Lulley among unnamed contenders.
October 3 Phoenix reports a call for 104 men from the off site draft during a five day period starting October 21. General Crowner and Colonel Harris announce 128 men available for service under the first draft. County allocations include Apache 6, Coconino 3, Cochise 15, Graham 6, Gila 23, Maricopa 33, Navajo 5, Pima 93 percent from remaining counties.
Merchants in Arizona are granted a temporary suspension of price and cost marking for at least 30 days. The October meeting of the State Merchants Association and defense council conferred with a committee to seek guidance from the National Council of Defense and the National War Industries Board on implementing a practical plan to curb profiteering without disturbing legitimate trade.
Hoopes commends the Eleventh Federal Loan District in Dallas for extraordinary public spirit as war relief funds exceed expectations. He recalls conversations with May Giddings of Connecticut and describes citizens from West Texas to Glasgow showing solidarity, while urging prompt remittance of pledged amounts to the Treasury.
Oct 3 report on packing of pasta and macaroni in cans during shortage. Officials and manufacturers discuss conserving stock, with a plan to continue packing until current cans run out, limited by October 15. Some firms threaten to shut down if food administration dictates otherwise.
Dallas reports say a German offensive is stirring public fear over Liberty Loan subscriptions. Exeutive manager Hoopes warns against panic and urges Americans to buy Liberty Bonds to support the war effort despite hostile news. The piece notes confusion in the public mind and stresses that victory depends on continued funding.
A fragmented mixture discusses jelly making with sugar corn syrup and wood alcohol risks, warning not to taste due to poison. Separate text advocates a constitutional treatment for catarrh from a 1918 patent medicine ad booster, then a land office notice in Phoenix about a three-year homestead entry with witnesses and filing details.
The State Land Office in Phoenix issues a notice of indemnity offerings on specified tracts in Arizona. Protests or contesting claims may be filed during a five week period prior to final approval, with transmission of the protest to the General Land Office. Dates shown include September 28, 2518, and publications in October and August. J. L. Irvin serves as Register and Scott White as Receiver, with dates of first publication in October and August.
The United States Land Office in Phoenix announces that protests or contests may be filed regarding tracts applied for and transmitted for General Land Office action. Dated Phoenix September 28, 1918, signed by IRVIN Register and SCOTT WHITE Receiver, with first publication noted.
The United States Land Office at Phoenix Arizona issues notices of indemnity selections under the 1826 act and later statutes. It lists land tracts in T21S R1? W and T19S R24W with school and other sections described. Names mentioned include J Tryin and Scott Whit, with first publication dates and Republication notices.
United States Land Office at Phoenix Arizona issues notices concerning state proceedings and grant selections. The document records first publication dates in February 1687 and lists University of Arizona related land selections including parcel descriptions in township ranges and sections.
State of Arizona files indemnity land selections under the 1920 act seeking lands in G&S ROM for indemnity and for support of state charitable penal and reformatory institutions. Notices call for protests and contests within five weeks of first publication and prior to final approval and certification. Dated Phoenix June 25 1918.
The State Council of Defense received a wire from D. M. Folsom directing all gasoline and distillate dealers and purchasers to limit sales to 6 A.M. to 6 P.M. to save manpower and assist those in draft ages. The council seeks cooperation from the general public and the Garage and Automobile Association to implement this as a voluntary patriotic measure.
James Hagin, native of Wisconsin and Tombstone arrival in 1881, declares his Independent ticket bid for County Recorder in the General Election set for November 5, 1918.
Bisbee native Earl Wittig, eldest son of Ed Wittig, was severely wounded in action. He served at Camp Funston, moved to New Jersey, then England and France. A recent letter from the trenches said he had met schoolmate Walter Freeman there. A front telegram confirms the status.
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