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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1915
Page
5
The Los Angeles Times notes Col J H McClintock will craft a history of Arizona. For nearly thirty years he has been a key asset, with abundant data at his disposal ensuring a thorough, authentic work when finished. The piece reflects pride in Arizona’s archival effort and leadership.
News from Tombstone reports the death of Allen Wheeler in Los Angeles after a six month illness. Sheriff Harry C. Wheeler and family mourn a son, with friends expressing sorrow and recalling his boyhood. The message notes the family’s long battle and bereavement, and the community’s shared grief.
Santa Cruz county voters approved the general road bond though outside precincts not yet in. Nogales showed light turnout with eighty six votes reported. About 300 registered voters exist, with many not taxpayers or qualified to vote. Mining prospect wanted and prospectors ad solicits partners and work details.
A brief obituary note expresses deep sympathy for grieving Jewish families and the sorrow shared by parents, extending heartfelt condolences throughout the county and state during their darkest hour of bereavement.
In El Paso a conference between mine managers and Western Federation of Miners delegates failed to resolve terms. Managers warned workers no concessions under the union. strikers planned to return to Chden while seeking safer conditions. Department of Labor rep Joseph Meyer offered aid to adjust the dispute, pending the strikers’ response to return to work.
A dispatched rumor-filled account from Clifton to El Paso describes state troops back in Phoenix after a brief stay. Strikers receive large food shipments, avoiding violence as owners refrain from sending out strike breakers, while miners’ pickets guard properties to prevent arson or dynamite. Sheriff Cach led a move toward the Clifton Morenci mining area as talks failed, with Juan Guerra reportedly expelled from the Western Federation of Miners and heading toward New Mexico.
Workers at Clifton Morenci face wage dispute as arbitration plans are discussed by Sheriff Cash. National guardsmen stand by while Morenci and Clifton strikers parade through town led by Mexican workers. State Health Officer Losey to consult Gov Hunt on sanitary precautions amid tensions.
A recall push targets Governor Geo W P Hunt of Arizona, with petitions circulated in Salt River Valley and statewide efforts. The movers accuse Hunt of incompetence, reckless policy, tax burdens, and partisan conduct, seeking removal through state processes.
Congressman Carl Hayden and aides visited Tombstone on a southern Arizona swing en route to Bisbee. Hayden praised the state, noted the Morenci strike’s effect, and planned to stay through December 1st before returning to Washington for Congress opening. They will attend the state fair and coast trip after.
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