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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1907
Page
2
Editor WM Hattich notes terms and rates for subscriptions while quoting opinions from the Baltimore American on Congress adjournment. Jim Corbett is described as an actor near heavyweight status, and President Roosevelt and President Elliott are linked to football safety and toughness goals.
The article questions Col Bryan's view on government ownership and railroad stock markets while noting scant discussion of gambling in government bonds. It frames a debate on public ownership versus market dynamics and investment behaviors.
An observer notes that tariff revision chatter gains value as a publicity hook if it names the telescope brand involved. The remark suggests economic potential for advertisers by tying policy talk to a specific product.
A German scientist claims water will be worth 15 cents per drink in 300 years, a forecast that misjudges future costs. The note warns that many enemies anticipate a higher value sooner, implying a sharp change in future resource economics.
The Prospecton seeks Major George H. Kelly of the Douglas International American to provide a concise scientific explanation of a Jallapallooa. He has likely seen them in the Gila valley and will offer an authentic account.
An advertisement for a medical adviser claims a universal cure for female ailments with “Favorite Prescription” and related remedies. It touts Dr KV Pitre and Dr Virree’s pellets as endorsed by multiple medical schools, offering free consultation by mail and detailing pricing for the full text and paper covers. It warns against other doctors and urges readers to send stamps for the Common Sense Medical Adviser.
A column of wry notices and quips riffs on politics, press, and society. Mentions Roosevelt Harriman Cleveland Wall Street and a Kansas groom with cigarette fate. Wry lines lampoon liquor, banking, and urban life with dated references and sly humor.
The district court list shows divorces granted for Wauchope and Tracy and decrees for Brown. Several cases are set for April including Helms, Miller, Kimball, McCargo, Hargrove, and Territory v Tobie with a bail at 500 dollars. Appointed guardians and ordered matters include Kingsbury as guardian and various named suits listed for hearing.
Cochise County reviews county officer reports for March showing licenses and fines totaling substantial sums. White revenue from gambling games tops $1,839.50 with other licenses at $2,248.65 and $25.65. recorder deposits $1,035.25. probate adds $834. assessor $209.60. justices of the peace $1,100–$1,200. treasurer reports back taxes $1,300 for 1900 and $158.23 for 1905 plus current 1906 taxes $752.13 and interest $71.74. Expenditures include $144.60 warrants, $78.03 redeeming road warrants, $2,597 salary warrants, school warrants $11,316.23 and related items. balance in treasury $86,55.18.
The Hans Hansen theatrical company led by Jus T. McAlpin ends its career at the Claire Hotel in Las Vegas New Mexico on Thursday morning. The twenty member troupe including a band will head to Sa Junta Colored then seek new engagements. Illness of Mrs McAlpin the soubrette and poor houses in the southwest blamed for the split.
County Surveyor J A McNeish arrived in Tombstone today during a Biz Bee visit. He is reported to inspect municipal survey plans and meet local officials while touring historic sites in the region.
Solomonville Bulletin reports Climax Jim jailed in Graham county jail is working to escape before court. He and John Burton forced one of the jail’s strong links to break and used cotton string to appear shackled. Guards found both parading with the broken links as they slept, raising questions about how tools were used.
Rumors say Southern Pacific will secure the Yuma to Potholes track once Laguna dam construction finishes. The line would counter Santa Fe plans at Parker and the river's west bank, potentially ending further navigation after the dam. The report notes a bridge at Parker could open the Colorado River region to Santa Fe.
The readable text is highly garbled with missing names and dates. It mentions individuals and possible organizations but provides no clear event, action, or location to summarize into a substantive newspaper item.
The post office plans a new arrangement starting after July to simplify sending special delivery letters. Senders place 10 cents in stamps of any denomination with regular postage and mark the envelope with the word special, then deposit in the regular box for handling as a special delivery.
A debate rages over whether Arizona can force imprisoned men to serve terms outside Yuma seeking Florence or elsewhere. Lawyers expect a Supreme Court ruling to shape the issue, noting past attempts to remove prisons, like South Dakota in 1875, failed. The outcome could delay removal for years and trigger habeas corpus defenses.
Tuesday's Comstable FD notes Prowett of Bowie brought a prisoner to Hotel White. De Greene, county health officer, visited the county seat. Attorneys Parsons and Boumier of Dongle appeared on court business. Coline and wife of Inbee and Superintendent Walker left for an overland trip to Douglas. Willams, former Copper Queen manager, visited Tombstone. now resident in California but retains Cochise County interests. Large crowds attended The Dime performances with standing room only and new illustrated songs. Vine Martin performed sentimental songs to applause. George Kingdon, mining expert for Copper Queen interests, arrived from Bisbee on mining business. George Black returned from mining in Yuma County.
Wednesday's Daily notes Court Commissioner Albert M Sames from Douglas visiting for legal matters. Rev Father Dalton’s Irish Destiny lecture at Schieffelin Institute drew strong praise. Col Win Herring and law partner Mrs Thos R Sorin returned to Tucson for court matters. Cabell of Bisbee appointed assistant clerk of the board of supervisors. New road districts created at Pirtleville and Marcus. A new Alto jail branch planned for Pirtleville. Detective Taylor left San Francisco with Alvin Siewerski alias Charles Solomonk, wanted for embezzlement in California. Los Angeles Chamber of Mines seeks to include a large Arizona mineral exhibit in May Fiesta.
Dr Ray Ferguien, superintendent, issues circular to probate judges to limit admissions to the territorial asylum near Phoenix. Two physicians must certify lunacy, and forms now require cases not to be idiocy or delirium tremens. The board of control enforces strict rules and noncompliant courts are urged to heed guidelines.
Tucson citizens report public poker games ended after a year, due to city and territorial interpretations of gambling ordinances. District Attorney Disk of Pima County ruled public games illegal under recent anti gambling law, prompting Sheriff Pacheco to notify operators to quit.
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