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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1914
Page
4
In Phoenix secretary of the American Mining Congress Walcott predicts silver will surge as Europe faces scars of war. He says paper money may fail and gold be scarce, urging large silver coinage reserves and noting Arizona could yield a major portion of Europe’s silver needs from vast undiscovered deposits in its hills and mountains.
Sheriff Wheeler and deputies pursue rustlers who split operations between the American and Mexican sides. The band is said to guard at least 30 horses cached in the mountains and plans a bold raid to recover stolen stock. The posse aims to strike swiftly to trap the thieves and end the threat.
Tucson fishermen organized as California Gelf Fisheries Co plan a cannery on the tip of Lower California near Sea Locas. They target the tunas of the Gulf of California, with E F Bender backing the San Diego cannery model. Estimated cannery setup costs around $100,000. operations to ship product by water to Pacific coast ports.
BISBEE Sep 25 Secretary Joseph Gray of the Warren District Commercial Club travels to the Sulphur Springs valley to inspect road conditions for a report to the board of supervisors and to assess crop marketing concerns. He and Lee Jovenovich test a section of road by automobile. farmers report high crops decaying due to poor access to Bisbee and other markets. The board will receive Gray’s findings and recommendations after a thorough check.
Following the Barnum & Bailey show from Mesa to Douglas, deputies Powers Hoss and Bisch arrested Fred Teow Will Maddux William Toomer and Tom Smith, four Black men, on charges tied to a murder and fatal wounding in Mesa. Police believe more crimes linked to the group could be across the country.
The seventeenth annual session of the American Mining Congress is called to meet in Phoenix Arizona on December 7 to 10, 1914. The purpose is to discuss the mining industry, metal mining issues, water conservation, and better development of the nation’s miners resources.
Report informs of an independent road race from San Diego to Phoenix if Los Angeles promoters reject route changes. The event would traverse San Bernardino Needles and Prescott with one movement on foot within San Diego awaiting official approval and scheduling.
PISBEE Sept 25 Although others may differ August Hickey chairman of the board of county supervisors feels certain he will hold over for another term He cites new election laws district formation and old law provisions as the basis for the holdover He says the election will only bring two new men and he will retain his position The question may be argued by an attorney and possibly decided by the court
Gila River near Florence ran high washing over banks and threatening berms around irrigation works east and south of the town. Officials reported no damage yet but feared possible effects on ongoing construction along Mineral Creek.
Judge Monmonier of Pearce, early Cochise County figure, arrived in Douglas for the Democratic county committee meeting. A veteran public official, he has served as county school superintendent and longtime justice of the peace, regarded as a steady Democratic party presence.
Jacob Landman, known ridebar, was arrested on charges of stealing horses and other items. He appeared before Judge Phillipe, admitted prior amnesia, and later confessed to stealing sewer pipes. A legacy commission found him safe. he spent the night in prayer and vowed full disclosure. Sentence deferred.
West Africa life is contrasted with mining hardships described by W Green formerly of Bisbee who now works on West Coast mines, detailing the harsh conditions for miners and their families. A saloon keeper is robbed at gunpoint in Miami, while cotton orders are reserved by an exchange for Egyptian goods. Phoenix may lack an electric railway as the Salt River Valley Electric Railway suspends operations. Dr George A Bridge returns from England, and Pepago Indian Tucece man Lorlorin is arraigned for aggravated assault on his wife in a courtroom linked to Mrs Cora Estavrook’s investigation into domestic abuse.
A fragment lists expenses for candidates including Assessor EA Hughes and D party names such as Temple, Rock, Sparke, Helloway, Briscoe, Jobacco, Watkior, Cumming, Scheerer, Tookin, and Justice of the Peace A Godfrey. Also mentions RF Schuster, Constable Hal Smith, Bem Jobasco, Guy C Webb with party designations and initials.
A short report notes Jf Stove of the Blue Froot Barber shop returning home this morning from Ramsey Canyon after several weeks recuperating from illness. Willcox's HA Morgan, the county fair’s notable visitor, traveled by auto and returned home today from Willeos.
Local Tombstone news highlights include JT Kingsbury seeking county attorney on the Republican ticket after a meeting with the party and a circus visit. Reported activities cover residents traveling to Tucson and Douglas for the big show, a Democratic caucus in the Smelter City, and various sheriff deputies returning from Bisbee and Florence on official business. The piece notes Rev AJ Benedict’s visit to Cochise Stronghold, plans for a Cavalier Dancing Club, notable fruit at Kirlewrach, and a statewide prohibition talk by PH Folk.
A jumble of local notices reports Attorney D A Richardecn arriving for business, Mabel Wilson leaving for Silver City, Nurse trainee Jan heading to Phoenix for six months, and Clerk Karger sending primary results to the Secretary of State. Other items include a farewell sermon, a hospital study plan, travel to Benson, a death notice for Gus Heyman, court matters with Judge Dean, travel to Patagonia and Tucson, a chauffeur escape incident, and a flood affecting bridges near Gill.
A reader describes constant backache disrupting sleep and work and endorses Dean's Kidney Pills as an effective remedy. Mrs. Mary W. Klopt of 1519 Stanton Avenue testifies to relief, urging others with kidney issues to try the product.
Mr C E Orth, long camped near the Sherwood sawmill for health, returned to St John Monday with three boar ekine. The trove, noted as Gret spimels, reflects game in the region. Orth, a tuberculosis sufferer, hopes the bounty paid for the petty.
Hon Eugene Ives a noted attorney from Ocean is in Phoenix for legal business. He announced he will take the stand to bail out Mark Smith a Democrat serving the United States Senate.
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