Tombstone Arizona`s History and Information Journal

Tombstone Arizona’s History and Information Journal - September 2014 - Vol. 12 - Issue 09 - ISSN 1942-096X
Interesting historical tidbits of news and information from
the Town Too Tough to die.
Tombstone Epitpah - December 15, 1927
“Oh! Oh! What a Night ‘Twas
Says A. H. Gardner, Tombstone, Ariz.
That Night Before Christmas
“The evening’s entertainment began with a knockout. Johnny
Walker – John W. Walker, you understand, then federal court
reporter and fresh from Chicago – and I were just about
putting the finishing touches to a roast mallard duck supper at
the old Kreuder Café on Allen Street when Kreuder met one
of his customers at the cashier’s counter and laid him cold
with an uppercut that would have at that time done credit to
even hard hitting bog Fitzsimmons. There were no frills to
the affair. Kreuder just waited until his man came down the
aisle, gave one glance at the check he handed to the cashier,
and then applied a clenched fist to the point of his customer’s
jaw. All was over but the shouting.
“The proceedings struck me as not only being odd but as
being carried out in a rather cold-blooded, businesslike
manner. Being just from New York City, one might think that
such an occurrence would have little effect on me. But I had
never seen anything in which Kreuder laid low the man which
his establishment had just feasted.
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“Oh, yes! I did forget to tell you why Kreuder took a punch at
his customer. It was this way.
“I supposed the customer got some peculiar notion that a 50
per cent discount should be made on all T-bone steak dinners
which he ate at Kreuder’s for every time a check for 50 cents
was handed to him, he erased the ‘0,’ put a ‘2’ in front of the
‘5’ and then put the ‘cents’ mark – ‘c’ – after the ‘25.’ It
seemed that the cashier became suspicious, told Kreuder
about it, and according to the customs of old Tombstone of a
quarter-century ago, the customer ‘had it coming to him.’
Forthwith Kreuder was duly bound to see that ‘it’ arrived in
true western style. When the customer came to his senses, he
got up, dusted his clothes, shook himself a few times, grunted
and walked off. No questions were asked. He knew that he
got ‘what was coming to him,’ and was honored in knowing
that he had been properly treated according to the ‘code.’
CORNER OF 5TH & ALLEN STREETS
That happened the night before Christmas, twenty-five years
ago. Tombstone, you know, even as late as that time, was far
from being dead, even if it was nearly a quarter-century after
the notorious Earps, Clantons, and the rest of their like had
goen their way out of old Arizona.
COLDEST BEER IN TOWN!
CRYSTAL PALACE SALOON AND RESTAURANT
Corner of 5th & Allen Streets - Tombstone, Arizona
“If my memory serves me right, there were 17 saloons going
full blast in Tombstone at that time, and among them were the
famous – or ‘infamous,’ Crystal Palace, the Pony,
Wentworth’s, and so on down the line.” ◙
(520) 457-3611
www.CrystalPalaceSaloon.com
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Tombstone Times
Tombstone Arizona’s Monthly History and
Tourist Information Journal.
CONTENTS:
Tombstone’s Clipped History for September - Page 2
In Memoriam - Lewis Williams- by Troy Kelley - Page 3
The Arizona Rangers - by Bill O’Neal - Page 4
Hope and Hardship - chapter 57 - by Joyce Aros - Page 5
Tombstone Map and Tourist Directory - Pages 6-7
Rumor Has It... - by Janice - Page 9
What’s Happening in Tombstone and Southern Arizona - Page 12
Yesterwest for September - by Gary Ledoux - Page 13
Jailbreak- by Rita Ackerman - Page 14
Tasting Tombstone’s History - by Sherry Monahan - Page 15
A Taste of Splendor - Charles Kreuder Jr. - by Karen Mazzeo - Page 16
Corral Shotgun Ads - Page 18 & 19
Day Trip from Tombstone by Janice- Page 20
Western Word Scrambler Puzzle & Comics - Page 21
LEWIS WILLIAMS
Los Angeles Herald
September 06, 1907
DIED
Williams – Sept. 5, 1907, at 2:20 a.m., at his
residence, 1938 Harvard Boulevard, Lewis
Williams, formerly of Bisbee, Ariz., in his 73rd
year, father of Mrs. J.S. Douglas of Nacazori,
Sonora, Mexico, and brother of Mrs. Elizabeth
Bisbee of San Francisco, and Ben Williams of
Los Angeles. Funeral notice later. ◙
September2014 - Volume 12 - Issue 09 - ISSN 1942-096X
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THE ARIZONA RANGERS
by Bill O’Neal
At the turn of the century, when horseless
carriages, electric trolley cars and rickety flying
machines were first being built, residents of the
Arizona Territory were plagued by an outbreak of
crime.
Cattle rustlers, horse thieves and train robbers were
numerous.
Train holdups, bank robberies and
jailbreaks were commonplace.
Newspaper editorials clamored for a territorial law
enforcement force similar to the famous Texas
Rangers. Influential Arizona ranchers, fearful that the
continued criminal activities would retard progress
towards statehood, appealed to Governor Nathan
Murphy.
On March 13, 1901, Murphy established the Arizona
Rangers. Although the Rangers were in existence for
only nine years, they experienced a lively and colorful
career and had a profound influence upon the policing
in the Old West.
Burt Mossman, 34, who had successfully stopped a
large-scale rustling ring on the Hash Knife Ranch and
helped write the legislation creating the Rangers, was
picked to head the Rangers and given the title of
“Captain”. He established Ranger headquarters in the
mining town of Bisbee.
Capt. Mossman was paid $120 per month, his
sergeant received $75 per month and 12 privates,
many of whom had ridden as cowboys and knew the
habits of livestock rustlers, earned a monthly wage of
$55.
The Rangers had no uniforms and their badges often
were not displayed so they could pose as cowpokes.
Most Rangers carried a Colt single-action .45 as a
handgun. Mossman selected the .30-40 Winchester,
made in 1895 and the first lever action repeater to
utilize a box magazine, as the official Ranger rifle.
On Oct. 8, 1901, the Rangers engaged in their first
fight against desperadoes. Pvts. Carlos Tafolla and
Duane Hamblin were part of a posse who cornered
the notorious Bill Smith gang of cattle rustlers.
Sheriff’s Deputy Bill Maxwell boldly marched into a
clearing as Smith followed, armed with a new
Savage .303 rifle. As Smith and Maxwell walked
towards each other in a classic showdown, Smith
opened fire and shot Maxwell in the forehead, killing
him.
During the ensuing shootout, Tafolla was
wounded – shot twice in the torso – and later died
that night. Smith and his desperadoes escaped into
New Mexico.
The Arizona legislature voted Tafolla a small pension.
He left a penniless widow and three children. Tafolla
was the only Arizona Ranger ever slain in the line of
duty.
According to his own prearranged personal plans,
Mossman served only one year as captain. But just
before leaving, he crossed into Mexico to capture the
territory’s most wanted felon, the vicious killer
Augustin Chacon, who had been scheduled to hang
at Solomonville but had escaped.
Mossman
befriended Billy Stiles, a former Arizona peace officer
who had turned outlaw. Stiles betrayed Chacon and
helped Mossman smuggle the murderer back to
Arizona.
In exchange for his help, Stiles was
promised leniency in the courts and safe passage
back to Arizona to his wife.
Mossman is remembered for his famous quote: “They
ought to thank me for giving them a chance to come
in and take their medicine.”
The new captain was Thomas Rynning, a former
Rough Rider and a gifted administrator who recruited
only single men and initiated careful training
procedures. Rynning taught his men how to measure
distances while firing, the best methods for mounting
See Arizona Rangers on page 10
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A Wagon Train Story ~ Chapter 57
by Joyce Aros
The Howards exhibited a resilience no one would have
attributed to them in the early weeks of the wagon train’s forward
movement into the West. Even then, in the easiest part of their
travels, the Howard family struggled to keep up with others,
farmers far more accustomed to handling livestock and hardship.
The two young daughters fought their mother on their clothing
which they viewed as suitable only for ‘country hicks’ and they
hated the poke bonnets that hid their faces from the younger
menfolk on the trail. But a few days in the sun and red and peeling
noses and rough cheeks that looked rashed quickly helped them to
appreciate their mother’s nagging. They hated the laced up shoes
that were two sizes too big and anything but feminine or
flattering, but they also learned to appreciate the comfort they
offered over the many,many miles of rocky ruts and sandy soil
that bogged them down and tired their legs so. Mrs. Howard hated
it all, but she was a determined and practical woman. If her
husband had sold all the luxury and security she had known in
order to drag them all across the prairie after the impossible
dream, then she would make sure it paid off. She succumbed to all
the Major’s suggestions and herded her charges along the way as
a mother goose would her goslings. Even Mr. Howard fell under
her jurisdiction and was actually learning to adjust to the harsh
realities his romantic nature had never really expected.
This afternoon as the sun was beginning to lose its strength and
the birds were gradually disappearing into the trees, the
melancholy mood was taking over the little family gathered
around their campfire, each holding the inevitable mug of hot
coffee, the only thing that seemed constant in their lives at this
moment. They avoided looking out toward the line of fresh
graves, looking so cruel with their mud and rock piles hiding the
body of their loved one. The thought of leaving the frail little
body of his son alone in the middle of nowhere, never to be seen
again, was overwhelming for Mr. Howard. He sat with one hand
over his face, quietly sobbing for all the times he had been too
busy to pay attention and realize how weak the boy was getting.
Mrs. Howard felt her heart going out to her husband for the first
time in weeks, knowing the agony he was inflicting on himself
from guilt, as we all do when someone we love leaves us
unexpectedly. She had all but ignored the two girls for the time
being, knowing they had their own misery to deal with. The girls
had neglected their brother shamelessly and there was no comfort
for them this day.
Mrs. Howard dealt with her pain by busying herself with
preparation for the evening meal as well as hanging bedding over
the wagon to dry. Several other women in nearby wagons were
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See Wagon Train on page 8
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MUSEUMS
FOOD & DRINK
LODGING
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HOTELS / MOTELS CONTINU ED
Fairbank Schoolhouse Museum
Silver Strike Winery
Tombstone Grand Hotel
Shoot the Guns that Won the West!
508 E. Allen Street - (520) 457-2430
Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Wines and Tasting.
Fairbank Ghost Town - (520) 457-3062
334 E. Allen Street - (520) 678-8200
Doc Holliday’s Gunfight Palace
Home of the World’s Largest Rose Tree!
Historical indoor gunfights.
4th & Toughnut Streets - (520) 457-3326
Big Iron Shooting Gallery 2
109 S. Third Street - (520) 508-5736
Gunfighter & Ghost Tours
Nightly at 6:00 pm
Rose Tree Inn Museum
T. Miller’s Mercantile and
Ice Cream Parlor 15
Tombstone Courthouse State Park
Antiques, Collectibles, Ice Cream &
Sandwich shop, 1880’s Hotel
Large overview of Tombstone and the area.
530 E. Allen St. - (520) 457-2407
3rd & Toughnut Streets - (520) 457-3311
Tombstone Wine Works
(520) 255-0474
Tombstone Epitaph Museum
The Wine to Try in the Town Too Tough to Die.
Helldorado Town
FREE! The west’s most famous newspaper.
5th between Allen & Fremont - (520) 457-2211
15 N. 4th Street ~ Open Thursday - Monday
Gunfights & more.
4th & Toughnut Streets - (520) 457-9035
Into The West Jeep Tours
See Ghost Towns, Historic Sites, Breathtaking Views
(520) 559-2151
Vogan’s Alley Bar & Grill
FOOD & DRINK
Beer, Wine, Sandwiches, Burgers. Open late.
487 E. Allen Street - (520) 457-3101
Big Nose Kate’s Saloon & Rest.
Entertainment, drinks & food.
Wyatt’s Coffee House
417 Allen Street - (520) 457-3107
Gourmet Coffee, Tea, sandwiches.
109 S. Third Street - (520) 678-7281
OK Corral & Historama
Breakfast at Mo’s
Re-enacted Gunfight at Noon, 2pm & 3:30 pm daily
Historama throughout the day.
Breakfast served from 6am - 10am. Closed Sunday
Allen St. Between 3rd & 4th - (520) 457-3456
Old Butterfield Stage Coach
Narrated stagecoach tours of Old Tombstone
Allen St. in front of the OK Corral
(520) 457-3456
Old Tombstone Historical Tours
201 West Allen Street - (520) 457-3738
MARKETS/GAS
Sister Paranormal
Nightly Paranormal Investigations
521 E. Allen St - (520) 457-2425
The Good Enough Mine Tour
Daily tours of founder Ed Schieffelin’s mine.
5th & Toughnut Streets - (520) 255-5553
Tombstone Trolley
20 min. tours w/service to Boothill!
4th and Toughnut Streets
(520) 955-3090
Tombstone Trolley
Ghost & Murder Tour
60 minute narrated evening trolley tour
4th & Toughnut. - (520) 955-3090
Tombstone Walking Tours
Gunfighters, Miners & Soiled Doves
Call Dr. Jay - (520) 457-9876
MUSEUMS
Andrea’s Museum of Victorian Times
Clothing, books, toiletries and other old items,
featuring the Josephine Earp collection.
Apache Market & Gas
10th & Fremont Streets - (520) 457-9294
Crazy Annie’s Saloon 4
Circle K Food Store & Gas
Belly up to the bar and have a beer.
10th & Allen Streets - (520) 457-3847
Sumner & Bruce Streets - (520) 457-3941
Crystal Palace Saloon
Gas, snacks, convenience foods.
Liquor, beer, snacks, convenience foods.
Ike’s Gas & Mini Mart
All types of liquors & beers. 5
Serving GREAT FOOD!
5th & Allen Streets - (520) 457-3611
117 E. Fremont Street - 520-265-5252
M & J Auto Services
Dependable Auto Service. Since 1983.
1067 E Fremont St. - (520) 457-3129
The Depot Steak House
Tombstone Grocery
Lunch & Dinner.
Groceries, Meat, Produce. Your Home Town Grocer.
10th & Allen Streets - (520) 457-3961
7 E. Old Charleston Rd. - (520) 457-2425
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(520) 457-3573
Katie's Cozy Cabins
210 W. Allen St.
(520) 457-3963
Lucky Cuss Cottages 12
2nd & Bruce Streets - P.O. Box 1421
Tombstone, Arizona 85638
(520) 457-3142
Tombstone Monument Guest Ranch
(520) 457-7299
BED & BREAKFASTS
Crazy Annie's Bordello 4
Bed and Breakfast & Saloon
95 S. 10th Street
(520) 457-3847
Marie's Engaging B & B
101 N. 4th Street
(520) 457-3831
Tombstone Bordello B & B
107 W. Allen Street
(520) 457-2394
Virgil’s Corner B & B
97 E. Fremont Street
(520) 548-1025
LODGING
(520) 678-7281
MOTELS / HOTELS
R.V. PARKS
Adobe Lodge Motel
The Dragoon Saloon
505 E. Fremont Street
Drinks and Snacks
(520) 457-2241
5th & Toughnut Streets - (520) 255-5552
Budget Host Inn Tombstone
502 E. Fremont Street
The Four Deuces Saloon
Drinks and Snacks
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101 S. Third Street - (520) 457-3231
Johnny Ringo’s Saloon/Depot
Steakhouse
10th & Allen Streets
(520) 457-3961
Stampede R.V. Park
Landmark Lookout Lodge
(520) 457-3738
(520) 457-2223 - (800) 652-6772
Tombstone R.V. Park & Campground
Hwy 80 North of Town
201 W. Allen Street
1475 North Hwy 80
Allen & 10th Streets - (520) 457-3961
Tombstone, Arizona
(520) 457-2272
(520) 457-3829
Wells Fargo R.V. Park
201 E. Fremont Street
(520) 457-3966
Longhorn Restaurant
T. Miller’s Mercantile 15
and Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Café Margarita
Silver Strike R.V. Park
(520) 457-3478
Larian Motel 10
410 E. Fremont Street
All types of liquors & beers.
Bird Cage Theatre
Antiques, Collectibles, Ice Cream &
Sandwich shop, 1880’s Hotel
Mexican and Italian style Lunch & Dinner.
131 S. Fifth Street - (520) 457-2277
530 E. Allen St. - (520) 457-2407
Boothill Graveyard
O.K. Cafe
Tombstone’s first cemetery. FREE Admission
Breakfast/Lunch.
Tombstone Boarding House Inn
Hwy 80 North of town - (520) 457-3300
& RV Park
13 N. 7th Street
109 South Third Street
Doc Holliday’s Saloon
Full Service Bar. Pool. Poker. 6
513 E. Allen Streets - (520) 457-2247
5th and Allen Streets - (520) 457-3405
6th & Allen Streets - (520) 457-3421
Trail Riders Inn Motel
Wyatt’s Hotel B & B
304 East Toughnut Street - (520) 457-2387
Historic Old Tombstone building, even the dust.
320 E. Bruce St.
(520) 457-2311
Food, frozen meats, vegetables, DVD rentals and more.
339 S. Fourth Street - (520) 457-2338
15 minute narrated stagecoach tour
Allen St. near 5th St. - (520) 457-3018
Tombstone Sagebrush Inn
895 West Monument Road, Tombstone, AZ 85638
Chuck Wagon Eatery
Breakfast & Lunch located at Helldorado Town
1001 N. Hwy 80
(520) 457-9507
114 N. Fourth Street
3rd & Allen Streets - (520) 457-3980
(520) 457-8075
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Blacksmith Shop 3
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326 E. Allen Street - (520) 457-3456
Frontier Floral & Finery 8
Flowers, Angels, Hats, Victorian Gifts.
4th &Safford Streets - (520) 457-9060
Lil Belle’s Novelty Shop
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Toys, Candy, Jewelry and Gifts.
4th &Safford Streets - (520) 457-9060
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Sadie Jo’s Costumes & Photos
Costume Rental ~ Photos ~ Weddings. 14
(520) 457-9292
The Golden Bone 9
Dog and Cat Grooming.
916 E. Fremont Street - (520) 457-3907
T. Miller’s Tombstone
Mercantile & Hotel 15
Antiques, Collectibles, Ice Cream & Sandwich
shop, 1880’s Hotel
530 E. Allen Street
Tombstone Photo Studio
Tombstone’s Best Old Time Photos!
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507 E. Allen Street - (520) 457-2353
Tombstone Real Estate 17
Your Hometown Realtors
516 E. Allen Street - (520) 457-3322
W.F. Trading Co. 13
Russell’s Roadrunner
Moccasins, Stetson Hats, Unique Gifts
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Wagon Train from page 5
going through the same ritual of denial of their grief so close to
the surface, yet suppressing it because the morning would come
and they would have to leave their child or husband behind in the
muddy mounds just a stone’s throw from their living campfire
with its deceptive warmth.
It was time to take a tally of the survivors and the condition they
were in. Any wagon master dreaded this ritual but it was vital to
take stock of the situation with a jaundiced eye. There could be
little room for sentimentality for the Major now that he had rested
and regained some of his strength. Cookie had prepared a good
though thin stew that truly revitalized him after the misery of
burying so many, especially the number of children. He
remembered how excited they were when discovering the magic
flickering lights of the nightly fireflies. So full of the joy and
discovery of life, and now cold and damp in the wet earth, alone
and all too soon forgotten as the hardships of every days’ demands
crushed the parents, stealing away the natural rhythm of grief
fading into mourning. Jonah squeezed his eyes shut from the
burning sensation and the vision of those happy little youngsters
gathering flowers, berries, and creepy little things found in the
grass. The fun the little boys had in chasing the squealing girls
with handfuls of lizards or worms to throw in their hair. Even the
country girls pretended to be outraged and ran screaming to their
wagons. It was all so quiet and empty now. The Major sighed
heavily and rolled his quirly. His tobacco was still a little damp
but it would sooth him nevertheless. The old cook didn’t say much
but he knew what was going on in the Major’s head and he
understood that helpless feeling. Fortunately, the five remaining
wranglers rode up to the fire just then, a welcome break from the
unproductive silence.
Four men and a boy slipped quietly off their horses and gathered
around Cookie for the inevitable conference mugs of coffee. A
few soft muttered words among them to test the atmosphere and
finally one of the men spoke directly to Jonah; it’s pretty bad over
there in the circle he said. Some of these folks might not have the
will or the energy to go on. I reckon another day’s rest might be an
idea. Some are still pretty weak and a few have coughing and
fever. That’s not good.
“The Only place to stay in
Tombstone!”
It was already decided that the Company would need another day
and night to rest and recuperate from their ordeal. Jonah inquired
about the stock and about provisions. Some wagons were
completely devoid of their families. The provisions would be
gathered and distributed among the others. Decisions had to be
made about personal items that might need to be returned to
families back east at the next stop-off point. Cattle and Oxen, as
well as mules would be incorporated into the Company’s common
gather for the use of whoever needed them. Some wagons would
be abandoned as there were not enough people to drive them.
Many valuable items would be left to the elements or Indian
scavengers. A sad business, this, the wagon master thought. He
threw the cold bottom coffee into the fire and stood up. Well, let’s
get it done, boys. I’ll call at each wagon; you boys check the
empty ones and see what can be used. Keep a close eye on the
stock as we are coming into Indian Territory. They are okay, but
they like them horses if they can get them.
Cookie brought the Major’s horse saddled and ready. His fire
needed tending and he turned away to take care of his kitchen
duties so he didn’t have to stand around with unappreciated words
of encouragement. What could one say? To lose half or more of a
wagon train after several successful treks was devastating. Best to
say nothing; tend the fire.
The youngsters were the closest wagon so Jonah headed his horse
in their direction. As usual, the two wagons were connected
together by a canvas tarpaulin that created a comfortable sitting
area for cooking and conversation. Eli and Jennie Folger and their
friend Samuel Stuart worked well together. Young Samuel had
made the adjustment necessary when he lost his wife, Susan. His
friends incorporated him into their hourly life and challenges and
the three supported each other and pulled their weight without
conflict of any kind. They expended themselves willingly
whenever another family needed assistance and had spent the long
hours digging graves and placing the dead in their last resting
place. Like everyone else, they were exhausted physically and
emotionally.
The two young men shook hands with Jonah and invited him into
their kitchen lean-to. He touched his hat to Jennie Folger and
accepted the warm mug she offered, thanking her. The young
people all had serious expressions and tired eyes. They knew the
wagon master was here for a parlay about the conditions of the
train and they were eager to hear what he had to say. The Major
lost no time explaining what the conditions were and what the trail
ahead had in store for them. He said they were just about at their
See Wagon Train on page 17
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selling our new Tombstone Vigilante Tee-shirts. Thank you to
Goose Flats Graphics for the art work on the shirts and for the
art work on our posters for our two events. Like us and follow
us on our FaceBook Page, “The Tombstone Vigilantes”. We
are always posting pictures of what we are doing.
RUMOR has it...
A Great New Location!!!
After sixteen years on the
corner of 2nd and Fremont
Streets, Tombstone Real
Estate will now have their
office on historic Allen Street.
The building at 204 E. Fremont
Street is now available for rent
as a residence and you can
check into renting this great place at Tombstone Real Estate’s
new office at 516 E. Allen Street, the old general store that has
recently been remodeled as a land office. Barbara Highfield,
owner/broker along with agents, Billie Palmer, Esther
Dollarhide and Jo Robinson are now able to continue serving
the Tombstone Real Estate market from this great location on the
boardwalk as well as list land for sale that once served as the old
Cowan Ranch. We hear that they plan to have a Grand Opening at
this new location in mid-September so stop on in and say
welcome to the neighborhood when you get a chance!
The Tombstone Vigilantes, the Official
Ambassadors of Tombstone!!! On
August 9 and 10 we celebrated our
28th Annual Vigilante Days and
10K Run. Fun was had by all, the
visitors, the runners and the
Vigilantes. A special thanks to all
who helped with the run. We
conducted a righteous hanging at a
retirement party for Dave Evans.
Dave’s friends wanted to send him off
right. Our new Showdown in Tombstone will take place on
Labor Day Weekend. It starts out August 29, with a Meet and
Greet at Wyatt Earp’s Coffee House. Saturday, August 30, our
sister organization, The Tombstone Vigilettes host the 2nd
Annual Steam Punk Challenge Parade and costume contest
with the 2nd Annual Steam Punk Masquerade Charity Ball
held from 8PM to 11PM that evening. On Sunday, August 31, at
noon they also host an 1880’s Costume Contest and Parade.
As to our part we hosted various gunfight groups doing shows in
the streets to fill in the time between the parades and contests.
Our hanging tree was set up so as to conduct righteous hangings.
While you are in town on our Sundays (the 2nd, 4th and 5th
Sundays) bring your favorite someone by our hanging tree and
we will conduct a righteous hanging and issue an official death
certificate. For a donation of $10.00 the hangee can have a
souvenir tombstone with their name on it. For those of you that
are geocachers, the Vigilantes now have their own Geocoin.
These coins are available for purchase at the hanging tree table
for $12.00 a piece. Come by the table and talk to us about
geocaching and the Tombstone Vigilante geocache. We are now
Very busy month for the Vigilettes - Several events in the
works!! A couple of reminders: Steampunk Society to host the
2nd Annual Showdown in Tombstone Steampunk Challenge
Parade on August 30th, 2014. We will also sponsor the 2nd
Annual Steampunk Masquerade Charity Ball on August 30th,
from 8:00pm-11:00pm at the Tombstone Wine Works building
on 15 N. 4th Street. The Vigilettes will also be hosting the
Showdown in Tombstone 1880s Contest and Parade to be held
on August 31st. In other news, the Vigilettes attended the
corporate opening of the new Family Dollar Store on both the
21st and 22nd of August. The Vigilettes are gearing up for this
year’s Christmas Toy Drive; we have to get an early start this
year - lots of kids are depending on us! As part of our fundraisers,
we are offering a Vigilette magnet for a $5.00 donation. Great to
send to relatives or as souvenirs!. Ask any Vigilette or contact us
via Facebook or you can email them to order
([email protected]). Last year we furnished over
40 children in the town of Tombstone with toys and gifts. The
Vigilettes will be next performing on Labor Day, September 1st,
at 12:30, on Allen Street, and on September 14th, same time and
location. Our next meeting is at 6:30 pm on September 19th at
Vigilante Hall in Tombstone, and we cordially invite anyone
interested in membership to participate. We are an authorized
501c charity organization, founded in 1957, in support of various
efforts throughout Tombstone and are grateful for our
community's continued support on our endeavors. The
Tombstone Vigilettes are available to attend your special events,
opening, or social functions. We can provide classes on
Victorian era fashion, etiquette, and discrete flirting via gloves,
hats, and parasols…of course “Have Petticoats, Will Travel!”
Cameo Ladies News and Updates!! Did you
miss the Cameo Ladies at Twilight in
Tombstone July 26? Well it was with good
reason that they were not in town. They
traveled to Lincoln, New Mexico for Old
Lincoln Days, and were very well
appreciated there in their period attire.
More photo ops than you can imagine were
afforded, and the ladies did some antique
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W. F. Trading Co.
Russell’s Roadrunner
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been found since 1982
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promoted to fill the vacancy.
Arizona Rangers from page 4
and dismounting during emergency situations and
how to shoot their revolvers while at a gallop.
Rynning taught the Rangers to disarm a man from
behind and never pull the criminal’s gun from his
holster because it makes a “quick grab” easier.
Instead, the Ranger was to reach around the man’s
waist from the rear, unbuckle his gunbelt so it would
drop and then step quickly backward. The Ranger
would order his suspect to step forward from the
gunbelt and the Ranger would pick up the gunbelt
only after the outlaw was at a safe distance.
By 1903, the Arizona legislature expanded the
Rangers to 26 men and increased their salaries. Capt.
Rynning earned $175 per month. The position of
lieutenant was created and it paid $130 per month.
Four sergeants were paid $110 per month and
privates’ pay was nearly doubled to $100 monthly.
Rynning moved Ranger headquarters to adobe rooms
in the new border town of Douglas, but most of the
Rangers were stationed at strategic points around the
territory. Rangers along the Arizona-Mexico line were
to flush rustlers from the rugged wilderness of eastern
Arizona.
Wheeler had enlisted as a private in 1903 and had
worked his way up through the ranks. As a sergeant,
on Sunday night, Oct. 23, 1904, Wheeler was
approached by a frantic man on Tucson’s Congress
Street. The man blurted out that a holdup was in
progress inside the Palace Saloon.
“All right,” said the cool-headed Wheeler, drawing his
Colt revolver. “That’s what I’m here for.”
Inside the saloon, Joe Bostwick wore a mask and was
pointing a long-barreled .45 on seven men. When
Bostwick spotted Wheeler at the front door, the
holdup man turned to fire his sixgun, but Wheeler
triggered the first shot. Wheeler’s heavy .45 slug
grazed Bostwick’s forehead above the right eye,
causing the bandit to fire wildly. Wheeler fired again,
this time to the right side of the chest. Bostwick
moaned and sagged to the floor, mortally wounded.
Before becoming captain, Wheeler and Capt. Rynning
were in the city of Benson when a lover’s triangle
exploded in violence.
J.A. Tracy had arrived in
Benson to confront D.W. Silverton over a tall, shapely
brunette whom both men had courted.
So many criminals deserted Arizona that a crime
epidemic began in New Mexico and in 1905 the New
Mexico Rangers were formed.
Wheeler left his hotel to talk to Tracy, who was across
the street sitting on the steps of a railroad dining car.
But as Wheeler approached, Tracy pulled out a
revolver.
In 1907, Rynning resigned to become Superintendent
of Yuma Territorial Prison and Lt. Harry Wheeler was
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Rumors from page 9
“Hold on there,” commanded the Arizona Ranger. “I
arrest you. Give me that gun.”
But Tracy didn’t and started shooting. One shot by
Tracy perforated Wheeler’s coat. Wheeler fired and
wounded Tracy who kept on shooting, hitting Wheeler
in the groin. The Ranger wounded his opponent four
times – under the heart, in the neck, arm and thigh.
Tracy said, “My gun is empty,” which was a lie. As
Wheeler limped forward to arrest his prisoner, Tracy
fired twice more striking Wheeler in the foot. The
Ranger began throwing rocks at the suspect whose
gun finally clicked on an empty cylinder.
As Wheeler seized Tracy, an onlooker brought a chair
for the wounded officer. “Give it to him,” said the
bleeding Wheeler. “He needs it more than I do.”
Tracy later died.
As a captain, Wheeler, on May 6, 1908, killed horse
thief George Arnett, who foolishly tried to shoot his
way past the veteran Ranger leader. Wheeler wasn’t
the only Ranger forced to kill lawbreakers. Sgt. Frank
Wheeler shot two rustlers to death in 1907. In 1906,
Sgt. Jeff Kidder, regarded s the most expert pistoleer
among the Rangers, killed a suspect in Douglas and
in 1908 wounded three Mexican police officers.
shopping, and enjoyed fine dinners and good company. A visit to
Fort Stanton and many historic completely intact homes and
businesses were open on this weekend to view. The Cameo
Ladies were on the streets of Tombstone once again, adding color
and fun for Vigilante Days in August. A surprise Birthday party
was held for our Miss Sunny in the Cameo Room of the Wyatt
Coffee Shop, and she was really surprised! A road trip to SASS
in Tucson on Friday August 15 to purchase fabric to make more
beautiful dresses; and excitement is brewing to make Civil War
Period dresses for some upcoming events. More later. They have
been in attendance at the City Council Meeting and Tombstone
Forward Meetings to stay informed and offer help when and
where needed. The ladies are still sewing steadily at the
American Legion on the before mentioned projects of Sewing
for Soldiers making Christmas Stockings for veterans in the
Tucson VA hospital. Hope to see you on the streets of Tombstone
for the September 27th evening Tombstone at Twilight to say
“Howdy”. The Cameo Ladies meet every Tuesday at the Senior
Center on Toughnut Street, to sew or just chat. This is sponsored
by the Cameo Ladies and open to any ladies who would like to
come visit with them, get acquainted, and/or sew with them on
Tuesdays from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Business meetings are on
Thursdays and closed to members only. ◙ JH
Over the years, 107 men served as Arizona Rangers.
By 1909, the Rangers had subdued outlawry to the
point that many taxpayers regarded the law
enforcement team as a waste of taxpayer’s funds.
Critics of the Rangers included local sheriffs and law
officers who resented the Rangers.
Citizens
complained of the Ranger’s heavy-handedness.
TOMBSTONE ARIZONA SOUVENIRS
MAGNETS, WANTED POSTERS,
MUGS, BOOKS AND MORE!
www.Tombstoneweb.com/souvenirs.html
On Feb. 15, 1909, the Territorial Legislature
abolished the Arizona Rangers. In 1912, Arizona
achieved statehood. ◙
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TOMBSTONE
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and the surrounding Southern Arizona area
Mondays – Ongoing - Nature Walk at Ramsey Canyon
Preserve: Visitors from all over the world come to see the more
than 170 species of birds found in the preserved and surrounding
national forest. Southwestern specialties such as painted redstarts
and magnificent hummingbirds share the canyon with many other
animals, including mountain lions, canyon treefrogs, rattlesnakes,
and dozens of species of butterflies. These walk take place at the
Ramsey Canyon Preserve, 27 Ramsey Canyon Road in Hereford
at 9am. Admission is $6 and $3 for Cochise County residents and
Nature Conservancy members. For more information about these
walks and the scheduled days call (520) 378-2785.
Monday/Tuesday Hikers – ongoing: The Monday and Tuesday
hiking groups hike every Monday and Tuesday of the year
regardless of weather. All interested hikers are invited to join in
each hike. There are no meetings, no dues, and no officers. The
group is not an official club of any sort and each hiker is solely
responsible for his/her own safety and welfare. For more
information call (520) 417-6960 or visit their website for the
upcoming schedule at http://tinyurl.com/kkw4ega.
Thursdays – Ongoing - Sierra Vista Farmers Market: Come
and enjoy our fantastic Sierra Vista Farmer's Market. There is
something for everyone...fresh and delicious locally grown
produce, grass fed lamb, beef, pork and more. Take home
specialty breads and baked goods. Shop the many booths
featuring unique products such as local roasted coffees, honey
products, salsas and much more. Have lunch at the market - a
great way to spend mid-day. The Farmers Market at Veterans
Memorial Park, 3105 E. Fry Blvd, takes places between 10 and 2.
For more information call (520) 678-2638 or visit
www.sierrafarmersmarket.com.
Thursdays – Ongoing - The Bisbee Corral of the Westerners:
This group represents all of Cochise County meeting the first
Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Bisbee Senior Center,
300 Collins Rd., Bisbee. There is an optional supper at 5 p.m. at
the San Jose Restaurant. Westerners is about fun and scholarship
related to the American frontier West. Meetings are open to the
public. Contact Sheriff Doug Hocking, (520) 378-1833 or
[email protected], or Corral Rep Christine Rhodes (520)
432-8350. The September 4th meeting will include: Apache
Style Guerilla Warfare, the Apaches employed various
extremely successful tactics in their raids, evasions, ambushes
and attacks with Glenn Minuth. The public is welcome.
Saturdays – Ongoing - Sierra Vista Community Market: Now
at Veteran Memorial Park, this Market offers something for
everyone! Shop a wide variety of unique and homemade crafts,
specialty wares, original jewelry designs, homemade soaps,
handmade wood and leather goods, local honey, locally grown
produce and much more. And be sure to enjoy lunch and the
local entertainment while you are there! The Community Market
at Veterans Memorial Park, 3105 E. Fry Blvd charges no
admission and runs from 10 – 2. For more information visit
www.sierravistacommunitymarket.com
Saturdays – Ongoing – Bisbee Farmers Market: Every
Saturday morning from 9 to 1 a vibrant village market appears
like magic at the south end of Vista Park in Bisbee. You can
purchase locally grown organic vegetables and fruits, grass-fed
meats, eggs from free-range chickens fill your market basket or
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cooler! Meet your friends and family and sip coffee or cool drinks,
snack on baked goods or eat a tasty breakfast or lunch while sitting
under the "Social Tree” listening to live music by talented local
performers. For more information call (520) 236-8409, follow
them on Facebook or visit www.bisbeefarmersmarket.org.
Hummingbird Banding Session at the San Pedro House –
September 6, 13, 20, 27: Up to ten species of hummingbirds use
the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter
retreats and northern nesting grounds. Get a close-up look at these
tiny travelers as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona
Bird Observatory capture, band, measure, and release them as part
of long-term studies of the bird life of this internationally
important migration route. This event takes place between 4 and 6
pm at the San Pedro House, 9800 E. Highway 90. Admission is
free but donations to support this project are gratefully accepted.
For more information please call (520) 508-4445 or visit
www.sanpedroriver.org.
River Walk at the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation
Area– September 6, 13, 20, 27: Join docents on a two-mile
interpretive walk over easy terrain along the river. The San Pedro
River features some of the richest wildlife habitat in the United
States. It is the last free flowing river in the Southwest and has
been designated one of Last Great Places by the Nature
Conservancy. Wear appropriate attire for hiking and weather
conditions. Bring at least one quart of water per person. Meet at
the San Pedro House at 9800 E. Highway 90 at 8 am. Admission
is free but donations are gratefully accepted. For more information
call (520) 508-4445 or visit www.sanpedroriver.org.
Bird Walk at the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation
Area– September 10, 27: Birders and nature enthusiasts, novice
or experienced, are invited to attend. The San Pedro River is
considered one of the largest and most critical avian migratory
corridors in the western United States. Observe 25-50 species on
these popular two to three hour bird walks. Wear appropriate attire
for hiking and walking and current weather conditions. Bring at
least one quart of water per person. Meet at 7 am at the San Pedro
House, 9800 E. Highway 90. Admission is free but donations are
gratefully accepted. For more information call (520) 508-4445 or
visit www.sanpedroriver.org.
Bird Walk at the EOP – September 7, 14, 21, 28: The Sierra
Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP), also known as the
waste water treatment plant, is open for bird walks each Sunday
morning. The walks are led by docents from Southeastern Arizona
Bird Observatory (SABO), Huachuca Audubon Society (HAS) and
the Friends of the San Pedro River (FSPR). Participation is limited
to 20 people so plan on arriving early to secure your spot for the
walk. Allow about 2 ½ hours for the hike which meets at 7am on
highway 90 between mile markers 324 and 325 on the north side of
the highway. Admission is free but donations are gratefully
accepted. For more information call (520) 508-4445.
Hummingbird Banding on Fort Huachuca – September 7, 21:
The public is invited to get an up-close look at the catch, band,
weigh, measure and release of the birds for research purposes at the
gazebo on Brown Parade Field, Fort Huachuca. One-half hour after
sunrise until approximately 10 am. Free. (800) 288-3861 or (520)
417-6960. Note: Fort Huachuca is an active military installation
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from previous page
and specific entrance requirements are enforced. US citizens may
enter the post through either the Main Gate or the East Gate
(East Gate is preferred due to construction at Main Gate)
Required documentation includes: vehicle registration and
insurance, as well as current and valid photo identification for
driver and all passengers over the age of 13.
Showdown in Tombstone – August 30, 31 and September 1:
Join the Tombstone Vigilantes and Vigilettes for a fun-filled
weekend of street entertainment at Showdown in Tombstone
(formerly known as Rendezvous of Gunfighters) on historic Allen
Street in Tombstone! Also included in this weekend’s festivities,
The Tombstone Vigilettes have invited the Tombstone
Steampunk Society to host the 2nd Annual Showdown in
Tombstone Steampunk Challenge Parade on August 30th at 9 am.
The Tombstone Vigilettes will sponsor the 2nd Annual Steampunk
Masquerade Charity Ball on August 30 from 8 – 11 pm at the
Tombstone Wine Works on 15 N. 4th Street with admission being
$10 for single and $15 for couples. Also taking place this
weekend the Tombstone Vigilettes will be hosting the Showdown
in Tombstone 1880s Costume Contest and Parade to be held on
the 31st at noon. For more information follow the Tombstone
Vigilantes, Tombstone Vigilettes or Tombstone Steampunk
Society on Facebook.
Friends of the San Pedro River History Walk - Fairbank
Historic Townsite – September 6: Fairbank was an important
transportation hub during the silver boom in and around
Tombstone. The tour of the townsite will include the restored
schoolhouse, the mercantile building, the town cemetery, and
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Yester-West
By: Gary Ledoux
1851, September 1 - Future Tombstone mayor, newspaperman,
and Earp-supporter, John Phillip Clum is born in upstate New
York near Claverack in the Hudson River Valley – about 40
miles south of Albany. He is one of six boys and three girls
born to William Henry Clum and Elizabeth Van Duesen Clum –
each child being baptized in the Dutch Reformed Church at
Claverack. Clum would later prove to be a pivotal figure in the
development of the city of Tombstone.
1877, September - Prospector Ed Schieffelin records his first
mining claim in the Pima County courthouse. He calls it
“Tombstone”.
1879, September 20 – Famed Tombstone photographer and
future Cochise County Sheriff, C.S. Fly marries Mary E.
(Mollie) Goodrich. Each will become noted photographers in
their own right. The two will open the now-famous Fly
Photography Studio on Tombstone’s Fremont Street a year later.
The two will take many famous photographs, not the least of
which is the capture of Apache renegade Geronimo by General
Crook on April 24, 1886. C.S. Fly is buried in Tombstone’s
City cemetery where his tombstone, one of the most prominent,
can still be viewed. Today, a Fly photograph will bring between
a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars, depending on
the subject.
1880, September 21 - The Tombstone Epitaph reports, “Dr. G.
E. Goodfellow lately with the US Army at Fort Lowell was
among the arrivals by coach yesterday. The Doctor is casting
about for a location in civil practice, and thinks highly of our
thriving city.” Goodfellow would become one of Tombstone’s
most prominent citizens.
1882, September 10 – Rev. Endicott Peabody, born into a
politically influential Massachusetts family, and the first to
preach at St Paul’s Episcopal Church in Tombstone is succeed
by Rev. J.T. Bagnall. He will preach at St. Paul’s until 1884. St
Paul’s continues to serve today as a house of worship in
Tombstone.
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1883, September 13 – September of 1883 found Virgil Earp
working for the Southern Pacific Railroad. In a dispute between
two rival railroads and the track they were building, Virgil Earp
refuses to allow the tracks of the California Southern to cross
the tracks of the Southern Pacific in Colton, California. ThenCalifornia Governor Waterman led San Bernardino law officials
and a contingent of San Bernardino men in a successful coup
against Virgil. It was said this was the first time an Earp ever
backed down.
1887, September 3 – Tombstone luminaries May and Buckskin
Frank Leslie are divorced. May charged that Frank physically
abused her. In her testimony, May noted that Frank would stand
her against a wall and fire his .45’s at her forming a silhouette
around her body. Thus, May became known as the “Silhouette
Girl”.
1894, September – Former Tombstoner Nellie Cashman opens a
restaurant and boarding house in Jerome, Arizona Territory, just
northeast of Prescott. Over her lifetime she would travel all
over the west and as far north as the Klondike region during the
gold rush of 1898, opening restaurants and boarding houses.
She was known as the “Angel of the Camp” in Tombstone,
being a friend to all, and treating statesmen and hard-rock
miners alike with equal respect and dignity. She was never
known to turn away a hungry prospector; grubstaking many.
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“JAILBREAK”
by Rita Ackerman
March 30, 1892 was a dark and stormy night and
the next morning citizens of Tombstone were
surprised to learn that ten prisoners in the county jail
lock-up had escaped.
While Sheriff Kelton and others led various posses in
all directions local officials and an Epitaph reporter
investigated the court house itself.
Inside they found that eight prisoners remained - only
one of them actually locked in a cell. The night before
Jailer McDermott allowed the trustee, John McMullan
who was serving a 100 day sentence for petty theft at
the San Jose House, to lock the cells as he'd done the
previous three nights. Or so he thought.
Instead McMullan made a lot of noise but left the cells
unlocked so the men could gather in the rear cell and
help to dig their way out. That cell was occupied by L.
E. Mitchell and George D. Davis who were sent over
from Willcox to await trial for burglary.
The investigation revealed a hole about 12 x 14 inches
square and about ten feet from the ground in the rear
wall of the courthouse. The wall consisted of a lining
of 2 x 4 scantling (thin pieces of lumber) laid one on
top of the other and spiked so that they formed a solid
piece of wood from the floor to the top of the jail.
Between this and the brick wall was a space of about
an inch and next to this the 16-inch outer brick wall.
Those investigating the site on the day after the
escape were astonished the wall wasn’t stronger.
It was later learned the space was meant for a metal
sheet, which would have stopped the escape but had
been forgotten or perhaps intentionally left out during
construction. This was confirmed later by a gentleman
who was involved in the courthouse plans who said a
lining of boiler iron was supposed to have been placed
in the walls.
The prisoners had tried digging through the floor and
another place in the wall before hitting on the lucky
find that the walls were far from sufficient for holding
determined men. Their tools consisted of a thin piece
of metal which was originally the handle of a stew pan
flattened out into a strip two inches wide and six
inches long. The prisoners also had a tin tablespoon
and a piece of wire similar to telegraph wire.
Besides Davis, Mitchell and McMullan the other
escapees were Arthur Mendez being held on charges
of burglary, Ignacio Valesquez, Jacob Nemo involved
in a prior escape attempt, Alcanta Dematrio held for
grand larceny, Whitefield Oldham, Antonio Vega for
horse stealing and Maria Estrada held for assault with
a deadly weapon.
outskirts of town.
The first one captured was “Davis, the little opium
fiend, who was the instigator of the battle for
freedom . . .” He was found in an adobe house on the
corner of Fifth and Bruce Streets by Chief of Police
Ryan. Some of the gaps in the escape story were filled
in by Davis.
Victoriana, the prior trustee was discharged so night
guard McDermott handed the keys to John McMullan
to lock the cells at night which he only pretended to
do. The men made it through the first bit of wood the
first night. It took two more nights to make it through
most of the brick wall leaving just a thin layer for the
actual night of the escape.
They were finished in time for a break on Wednesday
but for some reason decided to wait until Thursday.
However, Davis was in such bad shape for want of
opium he threatened to "squeal" if they didn’t make
the break on Wednesday, which they did. Davis was
the first to crawl through the hole. He found an axe
which he passed to the others to enlarge the hole but
he didn’t think they bothered as they were all quickly
through the hole and with him in making their way
out of town.
One clue as to the direction of at least some of the
men came when the home of William Tomlinson at
Pick-Em-Up was burglarized. Clothes, blankets, food,
a shotgun and ammunition were taken.
Nemo and Oldham were caught in Crittenden by two
section hands who telegraphed the news to the
sheriff’s office. Kelton sent William Ritchie after them.
Tired from three days of searching for the escapees
Ritchie shackled the men together and kept a weary
eye on them. When the two men started going at each
other about who was to blame for them being
captured he didn’t have the energy to separate them.
Nemo and Oldham beat each other until they both
looked like “beefstakes” according to the paper.
Ritchie got them to Tombstone where they were put in
separate cells. They soon became old friends again.
News of the jailbreak made the newspapers
throughout Arizona and surrounding states.
Investigations were to follow on the inadequate
construction of the courthouse and the capture of the
remaining escapees. . ◙
The first one out may have used an axe found nearby
to enlarge the hole to make it easier for his followers.
At first it was believed the escape happened around
11 o'clock at night but further questioning led to the
information the prisoners hadn’t escaped until around
daylight. This was corroborated by Mrs. Holland’s
daughter who said that around 6:30 she saw a group
of men walking rapidly toward the lime kiln on the
ridge back of their house, which is located on the
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Tasting
Tombstone’s History
drawing a group of people for a week’s worth of
games, business and old-fashioned conversation.
Try making this recipe which was served at the fiesta:
EMPANADITAS
by Sherry Monahan
By the beginning of September 1883, Tombstone had
two variety theatres. One was the infamous Bird
Cage, and the other was the Crystal Palace Theatre.
Ben Wehrfritz was the owner of this theatre, which
was attached to the saloon of the same name, and
had been the scene of “Mulligan’s Muddle” just a few
weeks earlier. Since that time, he leased his Crystal
Palace Theater to “professor” Al King. King was known
in Tombstone for his daring acts of feat on the
tightrope. Upon leasing it, he temporarily closed the
theater to make renovations, hire about fifteen “pretty
waiter girls” from San Francisco, as well as back East,
and turn it into the Tivoli of San Francisco.
King’s Crystal Palace Theatre was opened about a
month later, where men filled the theatre, enjoyed
drinks, fine cigars, and a nightly variety show. The
actors and actresses performed, while patrons
watched the show from their seats or private boxes.
King even threw a party in one of the private boxes,
and liberally showered his guests with bottles of
expensive wine. He obtained the wine from many of
the local saloons, and advised the owners he would,
“Make it all right in the morning.” About 3 o’clock
that morning, Al King and his wife, boarded a buggy
in front of the theatre, and was driven to Summit
Station, where they boarded a train heading East. The
newspapers claimed Al had failed to pay his many
creditors, including the actors and the saloons, where
had procured the alcohol for his theatre. With Al gone
and nowhere to be found, Ben Wehrfritz resumed his
position at the theatre. Wehrfritz continued to offer
nightly variety shows, and also advertised orchestra
music. Since mostly men patronized the theatre, he
offered special performance on Friday nights for the
women and children. In addition to his busy work
schedule, Wehrfritz was a member of Tombstone’s
Fire Engine Company.
1 c. finely chopped beef - 1 tsp. oil
1/4 c. onion, diced
2 T. olives, chopped
1/4 c. green chiles, chopped
1/4 tsp. salt - 1/8 tsp. pepper, freshly ground
1 egg, separated - 1 tsp. water - 1 9” pie crust
1 tsp. milk
Heat a large skillet over medium high heat, and add
the oil and beef. Cook beef until brown. Reserve 1
tsp. of oil, and drain the rest; put beef in a large
mixing bowl.
Sauté the onion, olives, chiles, and salt and pepper in
the reserved oil. Cook over medium heat for about 5
minutes. Combine the beef and onion mixture
together and mix well.
Preheat the oven to 400º. Meanwhile, beat the egg
white and water until slightly foamy. Divide the pie
crust in half. Roll one of the halves to a 1/2”
thickness. Cut out as many 3 1/2” circles as you can.
Repeat this process with the remaining dough.
Spoon about 2 tsp. of the mixture in the center of one
of the circles. Brush the edge of the dough with the
egg white mixture, and then fold in half to seal. Press
the edges together with a fork. Repeat until all the
rounds are filled.
Combine the egg yolk and milk; mix well. Brush the
filled empanaditas with the egg wash. Place on an
ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
Makes about 15. ◙
While Wehrfritz was offering entertainment at his
theatre in Tombstone, the local papers were filled with
news of the up and coming Fiesta De San Agustín.
The fiesta began on August 28, 1883 at Levin’s Park
in Tucson. They announced, “Electric Lights! San
Xavier Band! Athletic Games! Fireworks Every Night!”
The ad also stated, “None but square games will be
allowed.” They warned that a strong force of special
police would be hired to keep strict order. Anyone
interested in obtaining a lot, stand or other
information was requested to contact the owner - Alex
Levin.
Fiesta de San Agustín began as a religious ceremony
back in 1775, originally honoring Tucson’s patron
saint. The party flourished throughout the 1800s,
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A TASTE OF SPLENDOR
ON FOURTH AND ALLEN
Charles Kreuder, Jr.
by Karen Mazzeo
At the turn of the century when earthen roads and
swirling desert winds engulfed the tiny desert towns of
Arizona, it was a luxury to have anything that did not
have dirt in or on it and Tombstone’s restaurants were
no exception. Many of their proprietors advertised in
the Epitaph and Prospector in attempt to lure
customers into their refined establishments, offering
delicious food and a morsel of civilization at a time
when modern conveniences were at a bare
minimum. In 1906 one New York entrepreneur upped
the ante by bringing a first-class dining experience
into town. His dining parlor was adorned with crisp
lily white table cloths, napkins, cut glass and polished
utensils while his mouth menu which included
Essence of Chicken a l’Ambassatrice, Suckling Pig
with Grenadine of Oranges, Asparagus en Branche
and English Plum Pudding made his restaurant clean,
inviting and unsurpassed to any other in town.
The youngest of 7 children, Charles Kreuder Jr. was
born in 1866 in Clarkstown, Rockland County, New
York, to parents Charles and Elizabeth Kreuder
immigrants from Prussia and Bavaria. For twenty
years he lived and worked in New York, learning about
the butchering and hotel business from his father a
hotel manager in Clarkstown. In 1890 at the age of
24, Charles with a desire to spread his wings and
expand his horizons, took a train west to California
where he moved to 1820 South Main Street, Los
Angeles. Two years later he relocated to Pasadena
until moving back to the city in 1896 to 548 S. Hill.
While there he met a young Irish girl named Jennifer
“Jennie” Clancy. They married and moved to Willcox,
Arizona before heading to Tombstone on September
21, 1899. They settled in the San Jose Hotel while
Charles found work with proprietor C. L. Cummings
owner of a retail butcher store at the corner of 5th
and Fremont.
On his way to financial security
Charles dove right into his new job. With good times
ahead, his move to Tombstone was providential. His
life was complete until Jennie became ill a month
later. Suffering from an inflammation of the stomach
lining called chronic gastritis she took a turn for the
worse and died at the age of 28 on October 19,
1899. Many from Tombstone attended her funeral
including her brother John Clancy, a Southern Pacific
train engineer. “Many floral offerings decorated the
casket and impressive services at the ceremony was
offered by G. W. Swain. The cortege was a long one
and expressive of the general sympathy which goes
out to the bereaved.”
enjoyed the great outdoors and when time permitted
went hunting with his buddies Ollie Simpson, Sam
Watt and James Mars in hopes of shooting a few
ducks or quail along the way. By 1906 he opened his
Tombstone Dining Parlors “where everything is of the
best and the prices are right.” “Kreuder’s style of
catering has proven a revelation . . .” and “. . . is one
of the most inviting places in the southwest . . . It is
modern in every appointment, and . . . supervises
every detail with an eye to the comfort and pleasure of
his guests.” He unquestionably spared no expense as
he ordered crates full of the best fruits and vegetables
around including juicy red tomatoes and plump, rich
strawberries for his strawberries and cream. His
patrons enjoyed the delicious food and wonderful
ambiance and upon leaving were given calendars as a
thank you gift. With his respectable reputation, he
also succeeded in winning the bid for feeding
prisoners in the county jail. In 1907 he consolidated
his Tombstone Dining Parlors with the Can Can
Restaurant.
Deemed the best food in town his
business located at the corner of 4th and Allen was
favorable by all who dined there.
A kind and generous man at heart, he loved animals
especially a stray kitty he co-owned with Mayor
Wentworth. Named Ben, the kitty was well known in
town. Friendly and loving, he purred and rubbed his
head gently against anyone showing kindness and
affection so it was horrendous when in March of 1907
a heartless and malevolent individual or individuals
grabbed Ben cut off his tail and cropped his right
ear. Charles and Mayor Wentworth were sickened at
the horrific act and offered a reward for any
information in regards to the disgusting and repulsive
deed taken upon their pet.
In June of that year Charles was shocked when his
esteemed restaurant caught fire. The cause was, “. . .
due to carelessness that permitted a spark . . . to fall
into the fuel box . . .” and if not for, “… the prompt
and efficient work of the fire laddies his business
would have been consumed by the flames.” Gratefully
with a loss of only a few hundred dollars in damage, it
was small in comparison to what could have
happened.
Relieved, he made quick repairs for on August 19,
1907; he married Miss Grace Fisher originally from
Junction City, Kansas.
“The ceremony was
solemnized in the presence of a few intimate friends
and had the news leaked out in time there is no telling
what in the amount of rice, old shoes and the usual
“good luck” epistles that would have been showered
upon the happy couple.” In January of 1908 he
became manager of the large 30 room Arlington
Hotel. Charles, “. . . gained the reputation of setting
the best table of any place in the territory, and that
the hotel will be as well conducted is a foregone
conclusion.”
Charles, strong-willed and resolute decided not to
allow life’s disappointments to get the best of him. He
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Wagon Train from page 8
Although an excellent restaurant proprietor Charles
was poor in regards to his finances. After borrowing
thousands of dollars to open and run his restaurants
he became delinquent on his creditors and by March
of 1908 was in financial distress. He filed a voluntary
petition in bankruptcy with liabilities amounting to a
tidy sum of approximately $6,739. With no means to
pay back his debts, an estate sale was held a month
later selling all items including groceries to the
highest bidder for cash.
Charles managed the Arlington with immense
proficiency, however, he relinquished his position that
July to a new comer from Los Angeles named G. W.
Daniels who with the aid of his son took over as the
new manager. Not long after, Charles took a much
needed vacation to New York with Grace. It was a
wonderful time to relax and visit with family and
friends to whom he dearly missed. His time away reenergized his soul and 10 months later was hired as
local agent of the Arizona Mines Co. Wishing to get
back into business once again he opened the National
Restaurant formally known as the Lawry Café located
at the corner of 4th and Allen, the site of his old
Tombstone Dining Parlors. Everyone in town was
thrilled to have Charles back in business and for
those Tombstonites who frequented the National, he
once again won recognition as a first-class
restaurateur.
In March of 1909 Charles took Grace to Junction City,
Kansas to visit her family and upon his return home,
decided it was time for a change. Former Bisbee
resident M. J. Baskwell assumed charge of the
National Restaurant under a lease and in 1910
Charles and Grace moved to Bisbee where he opened
the Clifton Hotel Café.
half-way point, having completed that last crossing of the Platte,
but the prairie ahead was difficult and there were Indian tribes;
some friendly and some not so friendly. We are nearing Chimney
Rock and then Fort Laramie. At Laramie, decisions will be made
for those who will cut off to California and those who will press
on to Oregon. I’d like you all to be thinking very seriously about
your plans; is it possible you, like a few others, may want to turn
back as our train is so much smaller now and perhaps not as well
manned to face Indians or other hazards when we get to the
mountains? It could get really bad out there. The Major sat
looking into his coffee mug, letting the silence build. He knew that
they all three realized he needed a decision now, not tomorrow,
because he had to get the Company moving as soon as they were
fully organized. Their stoic response did not surprise him.
Samuel Stuart spoke for his friends. We’ve headed out to Oregon
to make the way clear for our families. They are depending on us.
My wife lost her life in this effort and it must not be for nothing.
We will go on despite whatever troubles we encounter. We’ll do
our best to help wherever we can so that all of us get through. We
are not expecting it to be other than what you describe, but we
have confidence that you are willing to lead us on and get us there.
We are going!
Jonah rose, shook hands with the young men and smiled at Jennie.
She was obviously now pregnant, which would add to the
difficulty ahead, but he had complete trust in the resolve of these
young people. They would be the foundation of a new colony of
hard working farmers that would build Oregon into a great asset to
America. Touching the brim of his hat as he headed toward his
horse, Jonah silently thanked the good lord for the youthful
ignorance that surpassed all obstacles with greater optimism than
he could muster at this trying time. Jonah led his horse to the next
wagon down the way.
To be continued...
After running as a Democratic candidate for sheriff of
Greenlee County 1914, Charles’s story ends. He left
Arizona before 1920 and his whereabouts were a
mystery until a 1930 census lists him in Holliston
Town, Middlesex Massachusetts, a retired widower at
the age of 64. A kind and hardworking man, Charles
Kreuder Jr., entrepreneur and Cochise County
businessman, added immeasurable contributions to
Arizona’s rich and plentiful history. With his expertise
as a caterer and restaurant proprietor, he greatly
added extravagance and a taste of splendor all from a
little restaurant at the corner of 4th and Allen. ◙
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cuisine available from various food vendors and the live
entertainment at Der Biergarten. This event takes place at
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the Presidio and what happened there to make the Spanish
abandon the fort in 1780. The walk is about three miles round
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other remnants of this historic railroad town. Fairbank was the
longest-lasting ghost town along the San Pedro, with occupation
spanning 1881 to 1972. The tour will focus on the many colorful
events and personalities that wove the fabric of the town. This
walk is about one mile in length, covers easy terrain, and will last
about one and a half hours. Meet at 9 am at the Fairbank Historic
Townsite, Hwy 82, between Whetstone and Tombstone (Parking
area is about one quarter mile east of the San Pedro River on Hwy
82. Admission is free but donations gratefully accepted. For more
information call (520) 508-4445 or visit www.sandpedroriver.org.
10th Annual Bisbee Blues Festival – September 12, 13, 14: Free
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Kartchner Caverns Star Night Party – September 20: Spend
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observe the wonders of the sky through astronomers’ telescopes!
From 2 – 5 there will be afternoon solar viewing where you can
safely view the sun through a special telescope. At 5:30 there will
be a guest speaker and after the speaker see the planets, stars,
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Please bring a folding chair, red light, and dress suitably for
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Thomas Brown and family calling this place home as early as
1880 still stands for us to enjoy the beauty and the history.
Between the time that the Brown family resided here in the early
1880s and when James and Tom Haverty built this house between
1905 and 1907 there were many others who found their piece of
heaven here and called it home. Gleaning information from the
artifacts and displays that are inside this house, now a quaint
museum, we learned that James Haverty and his wife Lessie
homesteaded the ranch in 1912 and owned the property until
1921 when it was sold to William and Margaret Carmichael, a
name familiar to nearby Sierra Vista’s history. Several others
resided within these walls. A miner named Harvey James, a
Yaqui Indian named Chico Romero and family, Roy and Stella
Rambo who operated it as a cattle ranch and then Samuel and
Cecile Barchas and family who were the last owners until 1997.
In 1998 US Forest Service acquired the land in an exchange and
today strives to preserve the grounds for ours and many others
enjoyment.
DAY TRIP FROM TOMBSTONE
D A VISIT TO BROWN CANYON RANCH d
by Janice
Any day of the year is a great time to visit the nearby Huachuca
Mountains that grace this corner of Arizona with their tall peaks
and vibrant landscape but this day was spectacularly great with
traces of the summer monsoon rains blessing us with a delightful
temperature to enjoy this lusciously green landscape.
There are many picturesque and wonderful locations within this
mountain range to explore ranging from scenic overlooks set in a
relaxing environment to hiking the highest peaks and observing
the landscape you just traversed from the crest of the trail! This
time of the year when the warmth of the summer sun and the
abundance of the venomous reptile population hinders our hiking
enjoyment we like to find a get-away place that allows us to be
part of nature in spite of the time of year we visit. And this
month’s visit to Brown Canyon Ranch is the perfect location as it
sits at the base of the Huachuca Mountains and is delightfully
separated from the reality of urban living while nestled in a valley
with views of the rising hills to the east and the grassy expanse to
the north and west in these beautiful foothills.
The house, as I stated, is like a museum with photos and stories
from the people who once called this place home as well as a few
furnishings resembling what it must have been like to eat, sleep
and live inside these plastered adobe walls. In order to maintain
the property and keep unwelcome quests from occupying these
premises the Forest Service asks that you enter only through the
backyard area where they have an unlocked but secured doorway
to enter through. Once inside you will find memories of the
many occupants of this home from household implements to wall
It had been quite a rainy monsoon this summer and our visit was
met with green, lots of green. Not just a patch or two of green but
an entire landscape enveloped us in the reward of Mother Nature’s
gift of abundant rains; bringing views of
nearly every shade of green one could
imagine!
The tall grasses sometimes
resembling amber waves of grain in the drier
seasons are now towering toward the sky with
dew drops of wetness still clinging to the
green stalks and reaching towards the limited
amount of sunshine peaking through the
moisture laden clouds above. It was going to
prove to be the perfect day for a short walk
and a lesson in history here at Brown Canyon
Ranch.
At one time Cochise County was dotted with
homesteaders occupying plots of land,
building homes upon them and then
struggling to make a living; oftentimes by
supplying the needed provisions for the
incoming settlers who had an eye on the rich
ores so sought after in this area. In our
journeys and back country hikes we have
often come across remnants of a home or
signs of a trash pile now exposed to the
elements and decomposing alerting us that
this piece of land was once occupied by
someone who called it home. Seldom do we
find a place so intact that we can visualize the
lives that once resided upon this piece of land,
but Brown Canyon Ranch is just that place.
Departing Ramsey Road where the signs lead
us towards our destination we follow the
narrow dirt road passing various hiking trails
along the way, we soon find our destination at
the end of the trail. A ranch house and all the
property surrounding it! Yes, this piece of
property that had its original occupants, John
See Brown Canyon Ranch on page 22
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Brown Canyon Ranch from page 20
hangings filled with stories and photos from the days long gone.
Spend as much time as you want inside these walls and take in the
atmosphere that once held family gatherings, holiday events and
seasonal parties. Read the descriptions of family life along with
the trials and tribulations of stocking and maintaining the ranch
that once served to raise the beef many hungry souls required back
then. Take a minute and sit on the front porch and take in the
views imagining many evenings spent here enjoying the cooling
breezes wafting down the canyon walls.
Stepping out the back door of this ranch house we find more
history and can only imagine what life must have been like back
then when the land would have been filled with the activity of a
cattle ranch. Old corrals, stables and other out buildings including
a one-seater outhouse occupy the space in the back area. Tall
green grasses grow up where once cattle would have been
corralled and the windmill continues to produce water storing it in
the large round container that was spilling over with its bounty.
It’s been many years since this land served the purpose of raising
a family and keeping up a cattle ranch but because it’s been so
well preserved it doesn’t take much of an imagination to visualize
the daily life for those once living and working here.
From this point there are choices. You can bring a picnic and
simply enjoy the bounty of Mother’s Nature’s offerings at the
tables provided, have your binoculars ready to sight the variety of
bird life here, bring a book and read to the songs of nature, take a
short nature hike around the grounds or even start your lengthy
hike or bike ride up into Brown Canyon and on to other wellknown hiking trails in the Huachuca Mountains. It’s up to you!
We decide this time of the year to take the short nature walk that
encircles the grounds and begins at the pond where the melody of
bird song radiates with a variety of notes and chords, distinct to
each species but all just music to my ears! This pond, once vital
to the life of the household today is vital to the life of the rare
leopard frog and caution signs are posted to not disturb the little
amphibians that call this pond home and struggle to survive. There
are sprawling willows and tall Fremont Cottonwoods whose roots
run deep under this pond that help shade the pool of stagnant
water and offer perches for the many avian species to light upon
while waiting for a flitting insect to appear and make their next
meal. Species such as the radiant Vermillion Fly Catcher and the
brilliant yellow Bullocks Orioles can be spotted here if you just
wait and watch. Look up high to the tallest branches of the
cottonwood trees and you just might catch a view of the
Swainson’s Hawk known to take roost here and be sure to listen
for the sounds of the tap tap tap of the acorn woodpecker, it’s all
so beautiful! I got a kick out of watching the winged insects
known as black saddlebags and blue-eyed darners. These little
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winged critters were like a dragon fly always darting upon the top
of the water and whizzing by with the noise of their wings buzzing
in song. I had wondered what these were and was grateful to the
display that offered names to the flora and fauna found in these
foothills.
After enjoying the view of the pond and the choir of bird song we
enjoyed the trails around the property and the plethora of
wildflowers this time of year. We have visited in April before and
found beauty in the pre-rain landscape walking the nature path
without fear of venomous snakes but walking the path in the
overgrowth of green grasses suggests that a good snake stick
would come in handy! And this time of year we certainly had to
venture off on a few of these paths just to get an up close and
personal look at the bounty of wildflowers blooming in all their
brilliance from the monsoon rains.
Tall stalks with brilliant yellow flowers occupy space amongst the
lush green grasses on this ranch land. These, we learned, are
called gum weeds and grow up to 36 inches high. Resembling the
small petals of the daisy family these naturally growing
wildflowers created a carpet of yellow for our eyes to feast upon.
As we approached the gum weed pasture we were delighted with
shades of lavender and red along with petals of white from other
wildflowers that I cannot name but certainly enjoyed their beauty!
It brings to mind a thoughtful saying that I have often
repeated….the only difference between a weed and a flower is a
judgment. The bright yellow petals of this so called weed were
beautiful, so beautiful I could not imagine thinking it as a weed, so
I judged this plant a flower in spite of its gum “weed” name!
After enjoying our time at the ranch and as we were about to
depart two US Forest Service employees arrived to share with us
their love of this fabulous place and answered a few questions we
had. Their efforts to help keep up this piece of history and
maintain the grounds that delighted us this visit often go
unappreciated, but we certainly noticed and offered our
appreciation for their services, theirs and all the others who help
maintain the forest lands we all love to visit and spend time in!
A summer rain was soon approaching and we watched the storm
clouds come in like a fog over the Huachuca Mountains. Drops of
refreshing rain were creating expanding rings upon the pond’s
surface and suggesting that we should probably head back to our
vehicle and plan on returning another day. I look forward to
seeing this ranch when the trees are glowing with fall colors and
the now green pastures are filled with amber waves of grain so,
undoubtedly, this little piece of peacefulness in the foothills of the
Huachuca Mountains will be visited again and again and I hope
you find your way there too soon! It really is spectacular in
beauty and, amazingly so, in the history of the land and the people
that once called this place home!
Brown Canyon Ranch is located just off of Ramsey Road off of
highway 92 south of Sierra Vista at the base of the Huachuca
Mountains. Just passed the street called Callee Metate you will
find signage to turn right towards Brown Canyon Ranch. There is
a trailhead parking area directly off of Ramsey Road where many
people park in order to hike or bike the Huachuca Mountain trail
system, but do not park there as the ranch property is a little bit
further up the dirt road where you will find ample parking and the
picturesque views of the ranch house, windmill, corrals and
incredibly peaceful surroundings that await your visit!
For more information you can visit the Friends of Brown Canyon
Ranch website at www.browncanyonranch.org. ◙ JH
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up to 4 adults for the night of the viewing, instructions and family
fun. For more information visit www.azstateparks.com/parks/
kaca or call (520) 586-4100.
Fun Festival –September 26, 27, 28: The entire family can enjoy
this favorite fall event that takes place at Sierra Vista’s Veterans
Memorial Park. There will be carnival rides, entertainment, food,
and more on Friday from 4 – 11 pm, Saturday noon to 11 pm and
Sunday noon to 6 pm. Admission is free. Carnival ride tickets can
be purchased on-site. For more information call (520) 533-2404
and for vendor information call (520) 538-0836.
"Guano Happens" 5k Trail Run at Kartchner Caverns State
Park – September 27: Enjoy this special 5k run on the beautiful
trails of Kartchner Caverns State Park – 2980 Hwy 90,
Benson. There will also be a 1 Mile Kids Fun Run for the
children to enjoy. The 5K starts at 8 am and the 1 mile Kids Fun
Run starts at 9:30. Admission for the 5K is $25 and includes a Tshirt.
Information and registrations is available online at
www.azstateparks.com/parks/kaca and at www.active.com.
Tombstone at Twilight – September 27: Enjoy an evening of
shopping and entertainment in historic Tombstone Arizona! This
monthly event takes place the 4th Saturday evening of each month
where you can shop, dine and be entertained. Shops will stay open
late and there will be gunfights in the streets, featuring the Blood
at Dusk Gunfighters. Experience the flash of gunfire in the
evening hours. Shopping will get you an extra treat in the form of
a raffle ticket. For every purchase you make after 5:00 p.m. you
will receive a ticket for one of three raffle prizes during the
evening. You must be present to win Details will be updated on
their Tombstone at Twilight Facebook page.
Wyatt Earp Vendetta Ride – October 12 - 17: This five-day
horseback ride/tour shadows Wyatt Earp and his posse's bloody
trail of retribution against the Cowboy faction after the
assassination of Morgan Earp. Our trail takes us to remote sites
where Wyatt killed Curly Billy, Florentio Cruz and Johnny Barnes
- to the high country around Tombstone, to the Whetstone,
Chiricahua and Dragoon Mountains - and to Johnny Ringo's
supposedly haunted gravesite. Horses, tack, food, wranglers,
historians included. For more information and to secure your place
for this ride visit www.Great-American-Adventures.com.
Helldorado Days – October 17, 18, 19: Check out the most riproaring celebration in Tombstone during Helldorado Days!
Helldorado is held every third weekend in October and consists of
gunfight re-enactment shows, street entertainment, fashion shows
and much more. In addition, come and watch the Annual
Helldorado Parade on Sunday at 11am. For more information visit
their website at www.TombstoneHelldoradoDays.com or call the
Tombstone Chamber of Commerce at (888) 457-3929. ◙
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