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Tombstone Epitaph

Location

Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1912

Page

3

Records of Cochise County Instruments and Deeds

A fragmented list of land records and property transactions in Cochise County includes mortgage satisfactions, warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, and transfers between individuals and entities such as Pacific Imp Co and local lenders. Names include Jacob Scheerer, Banta Fe Pacific RR Co, S L Hayden, J Jack, H McMillen, AJ Hay, Wat er Co, and D J Spires. The entries reference property transfers, water rights, and school property records, with several filings and levies noted.

Jacob Scheerer Lend Banta Fe Pacific RR Co H Beaberg Land S L Hayden Lowel

Maricopa Sheriff Wins Salary Suit

Judge Phillips of Phoenix ruled in favor of Sheriff Adame against the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors over county official salaries. The suit challenged an abolition fee and the board’s reduction of the sheriff’s pay to 400 dollars, asserting territorial law had been misapplied and no new legislation set salaries. The court’s decision upheld the sheriff’s position against the board.

Phillips Phornix Sherif Adame Board of Supertaure Maricopa County Inet Territorial Legislater Mancopa

Mexico asks to remove wireless station at Empalme

The Mexican government asked Randolph Nes management to remove the wire line station with the Vicksburg erected in Empalme recently. The wireless was installed on land for practical purposes chiefly. The request came through the Southwest Peace of Mexico citing Empalme town locality largely on railroad company property.

Vickeburg Gusymas Baroor Het Randolph Nes Vicksburg Empalme Tir Soutiwre PaeBe Mexico Empalme Cooriste

McArthur Brothers Rushing Construction Update

McArthur Brothers push on Fort Huschuca EP 48 W exe tension and Tucson extension with about nineteen miles yet to be constructed. Ballast loading at Dougine proceeds as trackmen lay rails. Huschica extension slated to commence next month per Mr Hitchcuck who is to oversee the project.

McArthur Bros Fort Huschuca Tucson Dougine Hiachica Hitchcuck

Indians to Adopt White Brother

Mohaven Apache Indians on Fort Me Dosell reservation plan a historic adoption of a white man. Chicago lawyer Joseph W. Latimer, tied to the Mohave-Apace case and earlier park push, is to be adopted by Chief Yuma Pravk as the tribe engages with Gen R Pratt, the so-called White Father, for the ceremony details.

Mohaven Fort Me Dosell Los Angeles Dispatch Joseph W. Latimer Chicago

Shot Through Head Recovering After Fronteras Battle

A serviceman wounded in the battle of Fronteras was shot through the head with the bullet entering the temple and exiting the left side. Doctors believed recovery unlikely though the case remained under observation as they considered possible alteration of the wound.

Fronteras

Mining towns and court notes mix in Arizona daily report

Judge Sater presided morning sessions in La Cruz County amid several litigations. Notables include mining figure W K Meade traveling to Patar eonia, and various court and civic movements in Gleeson and surrounding areas. Local officials, interpreters, and clergy also featured in daily routine and community events.

Sater Superior Court Noga la Cruz County Bude Himeet

Roosevelt on Suffrage Pace in Eastern States

A garbled note quotes Theodore Roosevelt urging suffrage progress, warning against delaying legal rights in eastern states after setting a pace elsewhere. The fragment hints at a broader push for voting rights and political equality.

Arizons Treorowe Roosevelt

Wedding in Tombstone Yesterday

Yesterday in Tombstone John Ronebetti a notable Hallen colony member wed Miss Ross Duraz a descendant of pioneers The ceremony drew many friends and a wedding supper followed with dancing led by Frank Paula and Frank Bis The couple plan to reside in Tombstone and pursue mining in the Dragoon mountains

John Ronebetti Hallen Ross Duraz Tombstone Gazete Frank Paula Frank Bis Dragoon

Yaquis and Federals Battle Near La Colorado

An engagement occurred between Yaquis and federal forces led by Lieut Varquer at La Cabsne 18 miles from La Colorado Friday afternoon. Varquer and four soldiers were killed. one cavalryman wounded. Lt Giron with reinforcements departed La Colorado to aid nearby after the clash.

Yaquis Varquer la Cabsne la Colorado Caitier

To Open School for Chinese Children in Tucson

Lom King Lee arrives in Tucson to establish a school for Chinese children. He brings his family Ruth Mats Teac David Miriam and Eaver Sum and his wife Wong Shee to assist in opening the new institution under missionary auspices.

Lom King Lee San Francisco Tnt Phin Tucson Ruth Mats Teac David Miriam Eaver Sum Wong Shee

Automobile Law Violations Prompt Slow Vehicle Registrations

Over one hundred automobile owners in Ari are breaking a state law that carries up to thirty days in jail or a fine exceeding 100. Fewer than nine thousand owners have registered, with the September 15 enactment still unknown to many. Registrations and plate applications arrive slowly at Secretary of State Osborn’s office as confusion and lack of awareness hinder compliance.

Arigone S.dory P Osborn

Cochisite Captured by Rebel Band Near Chihuahua

JU Cameron a cattle-layer known in Arizona and Cochise county has been captured by rebels near Cases Granites Chihuahua. Efforts to rescue him are underway. A train with 1200 to coin was sent from Pearson Mexico to San Pedro where Cameron is held for ransom by rebel general Ias Salazar. The original demand was $15,000. Nothing heard from Arthur McCormick foreman for the Tomas ranch also held captive. friends have sent ransom money via Hachita NM.

JU Cameron Arizona Cochise County Cases Granites Chihuahua Stepe Ap el Paso Pearson Mexico San Pedro Joan Cameron Ias Salazar EG Polly Cameron Arthu McCormick Pa Tomas Ranch Hachita

Election Case In Supreme Court Over Santa Cruz Contest

The Santa Cruz county election contest reaches the Supreme Court on appeal from Judge Frank Bexer of Yuma County. Democratic candidate K R Barba was initially seated after a close vote. Republican candidate Chenoweth could overturn the result if 10 votes shifted. The dispute centers on Mowrey precinct where Chenoweth alleges illegal handling. Earhart leads 12 to 7 there. Attorney A O'Connor represents Earhart, with SL Kingan of Tucson handling Chenoweth's side.

Santa Cruz County Supreme Court Frank Bexer Yume County Duffy Santa Cma County R Barba Earhart Chenoweth Mowrey Precinct SL Kingan Tucson A O'Connor Nogales

Arizona Jurist Bethune Dies in Los Angeles

Judge Joseph D. Bethune, famed Arizona jurist and former associate justice of the Arizona Supreme Court, died in Los Angeles after months of illness. He served in Tombstone early in his career and was highly regarded in the territory for his capable service.

Joseph D. Bethune Arizons Los Angles Bethune Supreme Court of Arizona Territory Tombstone

Local election prep and town arrivals in Tombstone area

Clare RS Maclay reports busy preparations for the upcoming November election and new machinery repairs along the road. Tombstone visits from Biquillas Land and Cattle Co head, Fairbank mayor Arthur Heney’s recovery, and a Fairbank motor accident influence local activity. McNeal fair date changed to Thanksgiving. A two year old Braley child breaks a leg during a visit, with family back from Mesa. D. P Hickey and JC Hendricks travel for business in Bisbee and Court respectively.

Mre Braley Tombstone Douglas Mee Braley Mees Mr Braley Mesa Arthur Heney Fairbank Uae Dr Hoghart D. P Hickey Bisbee JC Hendricks

Large Companies Refuse to Pay Taxes in Arizona

A controversial letter from Cudahy Packing alleges carriers claim interstate Arizona business but dodge excise tax on net earnings. It cites Paclis Fruit Expees earning 4,794,030 and argues Arizona’s seven percent tax on private car companies is illegitimate. Santa Fe Refrigerator and Swift & Co dispute profits from Arizona operations and leasing arrangements.

Arizona Megal Pacis Fruit Santa Fe Refrigerator Dispatch Tts Swift & Co

RG Doo and Co to Open Arizona Branch Office

DM Gillan, representative of RG Doo and Co Mercantile Agency, touring Arizona to promote the agency as the area grows. The firm plans a permanent Arizona branch with Gillan in charge, dedicating full time to the new district as it gains business prominence.

DM Gillan RG Doo and Co Mercantile Agency Los Angeles Arizona Thi Agency Gillan Tui Arizons Arizone RG Duo & Co En Tablieh Atete Gillen Duetriot

Map of Sut-Mobile Routes To Be Released By Denver Firm

A forthcoming detailed map from Ciscon Map Company of Denver will chart all traversable areas for sut-mobile travel. It colors routes, highlights best ronda, and separates cep from goste of highways.

Arena Sut-Mobile Goste of Highways Ciscon Map Company Denver

Superior Court Suit 99 Baptiste Carello and Relates

Judge in Suit 99 Baptiste Carello Dr HL Dunerd Dr Injunction Suit No 108 Scott Bradeu v Fidelity Agency debt in sum of 0.

Judg Baptiste Carello HL Dunerd Injunction Scott Bradeu Fidelity Agency

Columbus Day In Tombstone Legal Holiday Observed

The article proclaims Columbus Day as a legal holiday in Tombstone Arizona marking 400 years since Columbus and noting public recognition by the Italian colony. It states Tombstone will observe the day quietly while the public acknowledges the navigator’s impact on world history.

Columbus Leabella Arizona Ui Unlimited Beeauer Tombstone

Showing of Arizona Banks in the year ending

In the year ending September 1 the resources of the 53 banks in Arizona totaled 3 271 204 74. The latest report from the office of J C Callaghan state bank controller. In Cochise county bank resources equal 18 percent of the state totaling 5 315 013 8040, underscoring the county’s financial weight.

Arizons J.C. Callaghan Cochee County

Cochise Judge Will Hear Case in October

The action to test the legality of forming an irrigation district in the Casa Grande valley has been continued until October 24. Judge Sutter of Cochise County will hear the case at Florence.

Casa Grande Valley Sutter Cochise County Florence

Cochise Oil Field Prospects in Lost Hill Basin

Milton McWhorter, based in Benson, gains support from leading oil experts as he promotes Cochise County prospects. In Douglas he aims to discuss drilling and prospecting with Stovall and Seaman after stating they have located about 30 000 acres in the Lost Hill Basin. Arizona Oil Company, a Coconino County venture, has drilled over 1000 feet but halted for funds. a workable arrangement may allow continued work.

Milton McWhorter Benson Cochise County Dispatch McWhorter Lost Hille Basin Douglas Nee Stovall Seaman Arizona Oil Company

Bond Secures Chief Claims in Patagonia District

A bond of about $80,000 has been placed on the Chief group of twelve claims in the Patagonia district by George B Hosier and associates of Kansas City. The claims are located in Patagonia and are owned by Bracey Curtis of Nogales and E E Bethel ofPetagonia.

Patagonia George B Hosier Asoociates Kansas City Bracey Curtis Nogales E E Bethel Petagonia

Students to Study Agriculture on Indian Reservation Lands

The Sidacres plan divides 90 acres on the Ssoaten Indian reservation into nine 9 acre tracts for Hoy students. Each student will cultivate and receive a daily share while profits from crop sales may yield about $120 per student at season end. WO Hodgeson oversees the project as a pioneering effort expected to guide similar programs on other reservations.

Sidacres Ssoaten Indian Reservation Hoy Toys Torah Soho WO Hodgeon

Cochise Officer Captures Robber

Deputy Sheriff Allie Howe arrested Harry O Allen a private in Troop C Fourth Cavalry on a reservation robbery charge. Allen claims relation to Sidna Allen, Virginia outlaw, and is held at Fort Huachuca for trial on robbery on the reservation. Rewards totaling 100 are offered to Howe, plus 50 from the government and 0 from the restaurant for tips.

Harry O Allen Troop C Fourth Cavalry Sidna Allen Virginia Islat Fort Huschuca Sucherland Allen Sherif Allie Howe Fee Howe China Tau

Quiet City Campaign Shapes Up In Friendly Races

In Tombstone the city election moves along in calm fashion with Democratic and Republican candidates courting voters in a non inflammatory contest. W F Koeenbecker is the Democratic pick for chief executive, a popular businessman whose bid blends practical business sense with progressive Democratic aims. Geo Bravin seeks police chief, backed by years of steady service. For council, H. S. Ross E A Hughes Harry Rafferty and Paul Smith headline the Democratic slate, described as capable and eager to serve across the wards.

Ite W F Koeenbecker Snd Tombstone Busines Geo Bravin Ries Tombstone H. 8. Ross E A Hughes Harry Rafferty Paul Smith

Masons to Meet in Tucson for Three-Day Degree Session

The Arizons consistory No I ancient Scottish Rite in Tucson announces a three day meeting October 17 18 and 19. Forty confer degrees up to the 32nd for candidates from across the state. This year’s class is expected to be the largest in several years.

Arizons Orient of Tucson Hey Even

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