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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1912
Page
4
A man refuses to reveal his name in Agua Prieta and faces murder charges. The case hinges on the police chief's handling of a knife wound incident during an attempted arrest. Power drills begin at Three Amine in Patagonia, with a new ore body found and shipments rising to twelve cars weekly. Seventy five workers are employed.
Friday's Prescott Daily reports MB Joralenat consulting engineer of Calumet and Arizona Copper Company in Bir bee visiting the Bagdad Copper site in Eureka district. Negotiations for acquiring the large property are under way. Other items note farmers in Sulphur Springs valley plan winter wheat, McNava Cree flock movements, and new high grade ore found at McDonald camp in Patagonia with shipments totaling multiple carloads and about 100 dollars per carload.
Bisbee with large Slavonic population plans to send hundreds of soldiers to aid the Balkan states against Turkey. G Leonard, a Doug tie dealer, reports in Hill City that over 200 men have enlisted and about 490 are expected to join. Furniture dealers say many Slavonic residents are selling goods to return home.
Besselo, the Sar Diegan Itelisn, arraigned in U S District Court at Phoenix and pleads not guilty to mail fraud. Represented by Mary Folg of Los Angeles, the case draws local interest as residents had invested in the stock company tied to the defendant. A pet pope wrench cited as valuable, the man described as a mechanical genius with limited business knowledge.
Court filings list judgments in suit numbers 652 WL and HL with divorces and costs noted, probate proceedings for the estates of Alexander Wight Alda May Wiley Terry minors Nina Stone and others, including guardian appointments and sales of real and personal property. Also mentions name change for Ontario mining claim to Saratoga and appraisers appointed. dates show bearing on November 1, 1912 and October 25 1912 with various administrators and executors named.
The Flying Squadron of Arisons Democracy will tour Cochise county speaking in Bistec Lowell Tombstone Courtland Light and Douglas with a statewide rally. Senators Hayden Smith and others will address farmers and voters on the day’s issue while delaying Tombstone addresses to renew ties and rally support for Wilson and Democracy.
At Tocton work on the new machine shop for the Southern Pacific company is advancing rapidly and it is stated that within two weeks the building will be completed and the machinery installed.
The Phoenix board of trade met Monday afternoon to arrange spring practice for the Cardinals. President Martin will confer with Judge Kingsbury of St Louis to present the benefits of bringing the Cardinals to Phoenix for training.
A major Arizona project the Geely Arizona Irrigating Company plans a large diversion dam three miles south of Parker to irrigate about 25004 acres of land. The $5,000,000 construction aims to transform desert areas into productive land, mirroring Roosevelt Dam’s impact.
Conrad Fry, formerly of Tombstone and now a resident of Bisbee, and night watchman at the Spray shaft, was stricken by paralysis yesterday morning around 4 o'clock. He was found in a helpless condition by mine employees and was taken to the Copper Queen hospital.
The Three R Mine in the Patagonia district is said to be sold by NL Amster to the American Smelting and Refining Company for over 2 million dollars. Plans include shipping 200 tons daily to the smelter at Hayden and 100 tons to the El Paso smelter.
The Arizona Supreme Court heard an appeal from Cochise County with Mrs Soriniam arguing for the appellant Waernekros v Bowman. The Tombstone opponent, Col Picsett, praised her ability as a skilled practitioner before the court.
James Johnson of Wiorlow, president of the live stock board, said the Arizona Cattle Growers Association will hold its meeting in Tucson on Thursday October 17, the first day of the Southern Arizona fair. JM Ronstadt of Tucson is a member of the association.
Rev J. E. Rogers, longtime superintendent of missions for the Methodist church, is reassigned to St James church in Los Angeles. Rev A. T. Adkinson, D D, takes over at Riverside First Methodist Church, bringing broad church experience to the California appointments.
Thursday's edition reports awarding a contract for riding the Hereford ridge to the Midi Coto FSN2 amid bid plans discussed by Chairman Hic sete of bite. Midland Car Bally bid approved at 4012 dollars by Windham of Sone. Brandt of Burst National Bank implicated in Tarn convention plans. Tucson showcased as a potential convention city with sixty financiers expected at Old Pueblo. Local officials mention hearings at Fa Light and political speeches by Hayden and Wiley Endure in Tombstone route to Douglas.
John T. Cameron, a Cochise county cattleman held for ransom by Mexican rebels at San Pedro, remains unrescued as a Pearson to San Pedro telegraph expedition failed when the line went down at 5 o clock. No further word has arrived from Pearson or San Pedro.
The Herald reports only four Republican names remain on the governor recall petition after one signer scratched out. The recall effort has faced mixed anger and amusement as supporters push to collect sufficient endorsements despite widespread hesitancy.
An electrical accident near Silver Lake, Tucson area, caused a man to be electrocuted while handling an iron scraper connected to a power line. The incident occurred Wednesday afternoon and is linked to a local company’s operations. Investigators report the man was fatally injured in the sparking equipment mishap.
Arizona mining interests and state producing mines are invited by the tax commission to a Capitol conference on taxation of mines. The aim is to discuss proposed taxation measures for the next legislature. County assessors and mining companies will have an opportunity to present views and advocate positions.
The Copper Miern Consolidated Mining company will implement semi monthly pay days for all employees starting in November. The change was approved by SW French, the general manager, and will begin on a Tuesday afternoon.
Hion Dwight and Heard, running on the Progressive ticket, and Hon Gen U Young, territory secretary and acting governor, will address voters Monday evening at City Park Tombstone. W A Foster reports a large meeting planned with Pengeseve party organizers arranging. Speakers are billed as able orators and are expected to receive a hearty welcome.
The state board reports at least 235 teachers have moved in with credentials since June 28, many from other states. About 150 certificates were issued to recent graduates from Arizona universities and normal schools. Officials credit Arizona's growth with attracting teachers, noting no surplus and full placement for arrivals.
A brief item references a pine salve and venus ubacin amid a relic listing. The cryptic note suggests medicinal or chemical substances tied to an old archive entry, with no clear event or outcome described.
Fragmentary text describes a requirement for a good health certificate for the year at the University of Ang na ailetudenterptering. It mentions a physician statement and prerequisite to something like an examination. University authorities are noted as designating a physician for the certificate submission.
In Rodeo New Mexico a man defended his life when fourteen men attempted to take a quart of whiskey. One assailant was shot and seriously wounded while another was killed or fatally injured. Authorities describe the event as a defense of life with gunfire.
Chaienisn Hargine of the Democratic County Contest Committee and Hon Sark Smith discuss an upcoming Sunday event. The plan includes a public gathering at the City Park with the Tombstone City Band playing as residents attend the welcome.
Ambitious men are invited to enroll in a school offering training in automotive and electric trades. The program promises factory job preferences and hands on experience from drawings to finished products, with instructors from engineering backgrounds. Addressed to readers in Los Angeles, the ad cites tuition incentives and a summer workshop, urging prompt contact for enrollment.
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