The train from Benson, carrying the Earps, coasts into the train station complex (above). It is two years to the day when the first train arrived in Tucson; the town fathers were irritated that the Southern Pacific built the depot so far out of town, about a half mile from the plaza. On this night, the newly installed gas light system is turned on, which the locals celebrate by firing their guns. The stage is set for more shooting


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