26 Sep 1915
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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1915
Page
1
Report from Phoenix and Tucson detail elk ravaging alfalfa fields near Winslow and broken fences. A separate dispatch describes a railroad express cargo scandal in which whiskey was concealed in improvised lubricant oil cans, prompting federal probes and state legal action.
From Bisbee there he went on business letters. Harry Chase returned home this morning from a brief business visit to Bisbee. The Arizona Bankers Association will hold its annual convention at Castle Hot Springs on November 12 15 1915. A large attendance of bankers from all parts of the state is expected. Gardner, manager of the Hoochuca Water Company, returned from the coast praising expositions seen in San Diego and elsewhere. Walter Thomas and wife spending days in Bisbee visiting relatives. Kendell and wife returned from Newk where they attended a family reunion and will settle in Tombstone. Mrs Agnes Randolph returned home from a trip to Douglas. Criminal case State vs B Merck heard in superior court and sent to the jury. A new Simplex motion picture projector will be installed at the Crystal theatre next week. Officer J A Kempton was in Tombstone on official business. Jack Cowan visited from Bisbee to attend matters before the superior court. For sale one pair of horses 1100 to 1200 lbs and one pair of mares with harness. Apply to Alphonse Christensen, R F D No 3 St David Arizona
The state land department yesterday filed in the United States land office selections totaling 42,272.30 acres. The land lies in Cochise county near the San Bernardino grant area.
President Charles F. Moyer and Douglas arrive in Clifton amid a copper strike. They meet with Phelps Dodge leaders while strike committees plan a mass meeting for tomorrow where Moyer may speak. Authorities report no violence as talks continue on federation recognition and policy changes.
In Bisbee on September 24 a land opening along the Tombstone Canyon Divide begins at the top of the divide. Townships 22 south 23 east are described with rock ranges and famine land. Mineral showings exist but no successful commercial ore development to date.
Bisbee Knights of Columbus Home lodge plans a fall and winter social season opening dance on Columbus Day October 12. The event is described as one of the year's best dances and parties with the lodge promising active social calendar ahead.
A look back at Tombstone developments includes a growing school with ten scholars, regional political shifts toward statehood in Phoenix, and business moves. The TM&M Co bought two claims near Lucky Creek once linked to notable mines, while SP conductors were away at a yard. A Liberal paper cites color blind errors over company funds.
Agriculture in Arizona stands at a pivotal moment with profits eroded by marketing conditions and bias. The Fourth Annual Farmers' Short Course will gather farmers to study conditions and organize for action at the University of Arizona College of Agriculture from January 3 to 15, 1916.
Three hundred fifty five soldiers of the Sixtieth leave Hats on Hed by a special train for the Pacific voyage. They sail to join the Antellans in Hopatutu, China and the Philliprrivens Southwestern station. The men are drawn from the sur sais regidhotls and embark to serve abroad. Many expect journeys across the water to reach San Francisco for a brief rest and leave before continuing overseas.
The United States attorney reports Frank K Stmtyon accused of shipping whiskey from Los Angeles to Phoenix. A depot mishap broke bottles revealing contents, sheriff seized goods, Simpson pleaded guilty paying a $100 fine. Officials seek the shipper and accomplices. A silver mesh handbag lost between Flach's Drug Store and 1st Street is to be returned to C B Wilton with reward.
Phoenix reporting that Cameron Mining claims face ongoing U S government litigation over Cape Horn mining claim near the Grand Canyon. Separate suits seek patent denial based on mineral status and potential voiding by federal action as the Southern Cochise County fair highlights county products and prizes for exhibit categories with entries due by Friday evening.
State fair grandstand boxes will be sold in November at 24 dollars per box, granting six daily box seats for the first three weeks. Drawings to assign locations will be held at the fair commission office. Secretary T J Shaughnessy reports high demand and limited availability. A deposit check is required, with priority given to early senders. Some reserved sections will be held until the fair opens. Complimentary tickets to clergy and officials have been abolished. A season ticket will be issued for fair officials only.
Cochise County shows record issuance of marriage licenses this month. Clerk H P Johnson of the Superior Court issued six licenses yesterday, totaling six to date, surpassing any prior month. With five days left in September, the period may set a new high. A Turner dance marks the season’s last event, likely drawing Tombstone youths and delegations from across the county.
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