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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1909
Page
4
A noted figure once rejected by many now quietly pivots to revitalize his brand with renewed public nudges. Critics remain wary as audiences weigh the value of his marketing approach against past controversies.
Chicago hosts a Fatition campaign opposing a proposed hosiery tax. The effort highlights local interest in footwear costs, with organizers citing consumer impact and regional identity around Chicago feet culture.
The phrase outlines three stubborn challenges: borrowing funds, maintaining a car in repair, and keeping Tombstone down. It frames local struggles with finance, vehicle upkeep, and comparative decline.
Georgia ends convict leasing to mines and plans to employ prisoners in road improvement. The shift aims to spread benefits of reform through infrastructure work and public projects.
The president of a New York farmers club notes a dwindling supply of marriageable girls for rural life. If confirmed, the remark may explain why many boys abandon the farm to seek other livelihoods or city life.
A brief reflective snippet notes that human character is largely formed by surroundings, implying that traits in women and men arise from the environment. The fragment ends mid thought, suggesting further continuation about gendered behavior.
A reflective line about love enduring softly under calm skies and steady through storms, contrasting gentle affection with resilience amid harsh weather as a poetic sentiment.
A concise reflection on how individuals bind or drift apart through social forces, suggesting that cohesion arises from attraction while divergence results from repulsion, shaping collective behavior and community structure.
A pointed reflection warns that whenever a society acts to pretend about its true nature it sows deceit and self harm. The author argues pretense corrodes integrity and sustains a culture of hypocrisy that erodes trust and social cohesion.
A terse reflection contrasts a true woman with those chasing faded daydreams and dead ideals. It labels bigots and egotists as trapped by rigid beliefs, guarded by self and prejudice rather than growth.
A witty reflection notes a woman often has to rise to admit her husband but gladly gets up to open the door for the cat, turning a small domestic duty into a lighthearted trait.
Let the married men take heart a Georgia woman of intellect has proclaimed that husbands are human beings. The remark underscores a lighthearted view on marriage and gender roles in contemporary society.
Arizona and New Mexico trap shooters prepare for a series of telegraph style contests beginning soon. Each club will host its own event on local grounds and payout goes to the club with the highest score. The Octave mine, with $2,500,000 gold production and record ore tonnage, plans a prosperous period starting May 1 powered by electricity, after operations ceased August 1, 1908.
Suit Nos 5687 1639 5627 involve debt damages and writs in Douglas court. Probate hearings set for Frank Lane estate with notice and May date. District court cases include debt actions and estate administrations with appraisers and final discharge orders.
The first railroad commission session in Phoenix heard DeFass, the new clerk, and Stoneman filing against Gibbe Gila Valley and Northern for alleged discrimination against merchants on life necessities. Johnson of Tempe’s Pacific Creamery complained about creamery overcharges. The panel adjourned with future meetings planned near the filing locations to allow witnesses to be heard.
A Phoenix dispatch reports Republican leaders discussing a plan to appoint Jason H. Kibbey to the Prescott district bench with Libbey slated for Prescott and Rowe for Globe. Chief Justice Kentie reportedly urged E M Lewis to join the Globe district bid while Judge Lent backs Kibbes for the Prescott post.
A Washington dispatch reports Representative Hamilton will introduce a bill soon to admit Arizona and New Mexico as states, aiming for law before Christmas. He held talks with Delegates Cameron and Andrews on land laws and statehood, consulted the president, and Taft supports admission of the territories.
Fort Huachuca hosts a crowded arena show with Chicago Jack Kelly versus Hand in a draw and Eugene Traveller versus Phil Masser in a planned rematch. Promoter Happy Deemer to train Traveller for bigger bouts. Mickey Pomere preparing for Naco fight with Harry Kennedy. local fans expect a strong turnout and further announcements forthcoming.
Delegate Cameron explains a bill taxing railroad property like other property in Arizona. The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line would yield $15,904 at $150 per mile, far less than the $21,745 potential if taxed at county rates, boosting northern counties’ revenue and broadening the tax burden.
A Washington dispatch reports Senator Guggenheim presented in the senate today a petition from Maricopa County citizens protesting a reduction of duty on sugar imported from the Philippine Islands.
County officials report an insanity epidemic in Cochise County with multiple commitments. Several patients, including a Mexican man and a Seaglas woman, are held at the county hospital awaiting hearings as court weighs further commitments amid improving conditions others show.
County treasurer W Hicks yesterday received a check from territorial treasurer Kirkland for 1189690 as the county's apportionment from the territorial school land. The funds will be placed in the school land apportionment by County Superintendent Storer and distributed to several districts this week as district tax collections arrive. the apportionment will be finalized in the next days and used to support fall term operations. Sheriff White will oversee the distribution and finalize the county's school funding for the coming year.
Strangers dressed as miners circulated in Tucson businesses passing Georgia State bank notes seen years ago. They obtained about $100, securing $50 at one place and $20 at another before leaving town. The notes are fake, not valuables, and those who pass them risk alterating charges. No arrests yet.
Larrabe, a senior official court reporter from Tucson, visits Tombstone after attending the April district court session in Yuma. He notes Cochise as the banner mining and cattle county and says divorce costs are lighter there than in Cochise. Larrabe plans to stay several days before returning to Tucson.
Fragmentary lines urge staying strong when faced with trouble and mock a gloomy mood. The text uses dialectical phrasing to push perseverance and a defiant stance against weakness amid a harsh world. It references facing clouds, staying the course, and a featured attitude of determination.
Grizzled veterans from across the territory attend the annual encampment in Phoenix. Companions include Commander-D. Kyte of Phoenix, Senior View Commander-Wintell Scott of Scott, and Tucson Patriotic Instructor Gotirey. The event marks the longest gathering in years with officers from the Arizona GALE divisional units in attendance.
Charles T Connell immigration inspector in charge at Douglas receives a new assignment. Details are undisclosed, but reports claim the change allows him to pursue an individual from Douglas to Beijing if needed. The matter remains confidential and unpublicized.
Attorney Neale for Teresa Berato, administrator of Martino Berato’s estate, sues the Midler company for damages. The claim alleges a defective coupling hook caused a runaway ore car to crash into the bottom of the incline, killing Berato on January 11. Evidence to show company fault is planned.
Arizona girl Edith Campbell, born and raised here, is making a name in New York theater. She is the daughter of the late Judge Campbell of Tombstone, a famed Arizona lawyer and political orator. Campbell has studied years and is pictured as strikingly handsome as reports from the city arrive.
Col ALL grows back from Phoonte after attending a may event. G A Tt officers and judge advocate duties noted. Emanuel reports strong turnout at Tucson meeting. Automobile party plans a multi stage trip to Safford via Pearcy and Bowie. Thomas Daly, aged 50, died at hospital and buried in city cemetery.
Judie and Mes Ben Gundridy arrive from California. Miss Finn Slack returns from visit with friends. Mrs K P Seandard and Mrs M Keyert visit El Faso. O Clark of Peescott, matron of Eastern Star, arrives with Grand Patron Ho OM Woods welcoming officials at a banquet. Forest Service announces Crook, Tonto, Coconino forest appointments including Wright, Hanna, Patterean, Buckiar.
The front portion of Mra Fly's studio on Fremont Street showcases new exhibits. A panoramic view of Tombstone captures the city, with an enlarged likeness of Ed Schieffelin highlighting the camp’s early explorers. The display draws attention for its lifelike detail and historic imagery.
A long, mixed update from Pearce recounts local happenings in Courtland, Pearce, and surrounding areas. It notes baseball results, immigration inspector transfers, a forthcoming wedding, eighth grade graduation plans, and regional industry at Gasco and Silverbell with copper production and smelter activity impacting employment.
We express gratitude for the many kindnesses shown during our bereavement for Olw achman beloved daughter and sister. The floral tributes and sympathy have blessed our memory and helped bear the burden of loss. We share a verse as a token of remembrance and lift praise to God for comfort and peace.
Arizona lawmakers in Phoenix face questions about alleged bribery tied to the Pace bill and a segregation measure. Subpoenas issued for Navajo Councilman William Morgan Cochise County Assemblyman Fred Sutter and Yavapai Assemblyman Charles Kean St. George Morris, with Deputy Sheriff Jet Adama named in the unfolding probe into negotiator actions and a grand jury hearing.
Governor Sloan announced that Arizona statehood would be an assured fact in January. Secretary Young and Governor Dan were guests of honor at a Prescott banquet hosted by local citizens. The event featured remarks implying a short remaining term for the current officeholders.
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