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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1907
Page
2
Publication notice for Tombstone Epitaph edited by WM Hattich. States weekly Sunday issue with pricing and subscription terms. Mentions Texas origin and occasional prices like three dollars for a year or six months.
Attorney General Clark departed yesterday afternoon by southern route to Washington to argue for the Copper Queen Mining Company in its appeal to the United States Supreme Court. The Arizona Board of Equalization awaits April 24 as the case centers on the 1905 assessment on patented mines and the Supreme Court decision that favored the board.
Judge Charles F. Ainsworth of Phoenix advocates combining Arizona with Southern California into a single state. He argues Tehachapi Pass would mark the division and cites potential two U.S. senators and four House members. He says Roosevelt and Senator Flint might favor the idea with proper presentation.
An old newspaper ad extols Dr. Piar es Golden Medical Discovery and Golden Seal root as heart tonics for valvular and other heart conditions. It cites authorities and anecdotes about dramatic improvements in cases described, claiming strength to the muscular system and relief from irregular heart action and related distress.
Louw Rinard a switchman on the 4.4 Hy had a narrow escape yesterday at 2.30 when he was thrown under 4 cars in the yard and a car passed over him before he was pulled out. He survived with a badly bruised back and a mashed hand.
A swarm of bees belonging to Charles F Fitch attacked a horse owned by Davia Angle half a mile west of Safford, killing the animal after a few stings. Angle demanded 100 damages, and a settlement was reported. The incident near Finch ranch is described as the first such case in Arizona and among the few in the nation.
The El Paso & South Western railroad company will build a customs house in Douglas at a cost of 2500 to 3000 dollars. Work starts immediately and the structure will be leased to the government for the 1907 fiscal year from July 1 to June 30, 1908. Immigration inspectors and the inspector of animal industry will be housed there.
The Douglas American reports fourteen Austrians arrived in Arizona on a morning train from El Paso en route to Bisbee. They were unsure if they would accept mining work or travel to California. Only one spoke English. A separate note mentions a $100,000 peso shipment sent to Mexico banks with guards and 1000 pesos in parks.
In Washington the president accepted Hagerman of New Mexco’s resignation amid charges over a land transfer to the Pennsylvania Development Company. George Curry, former governor of Samar Province, Philippines, appointed to govern New Mexico. Hagerman defended the charges as political intrigue after meetings with the president and Secretary Garfield.
Prescott readies for one of the largest visitor crowds from Arizona and New Mexico as it unveils the monument to hero Backey ONeill in a event starting July 3. A citizens committee outlines a July 3 unveiling, July 5 barbecue, and a full two day celebration with amusements.
Lawrenor McCarty the comedian author and dramatic critic of national prominence is a noted visitor in Tombstone. He has aligned with the K of P order and will stay several days, expressing interest in the city named for its sepulchral history and his life work in dramatic instruction.
Charles F. Hunt of El Paso has bought 23 000 head of sheep for Col. W. C. Greene from Gen. Louie Terrazas. The sheep will be delivered May 7. Greene forms a sheep company to operate in Mexico, placing stock on Sierra Madre Land and Lumber Co. lands in Chihuahua. The vast 2 250 000 acre domain is noted for fine ranges and grasses. sheep grazing is aimed at grass control and fire prevention. The Hearat estate barrels into sheep raising near Hacienda Babicora adjacent to Greene’s holdings.
Captain Wheeler and Rangers halted a roping and riding contest advertised for yesterday afternoon. Officials enforced the territorial statute banning roping and tying of cattle, ensuring no event proceeded.
A bill proposes to void grubstake contracts and prospecting agreements missing timeframes or proper recording. It requires notarization and county recorder filing, linking validity to recorded instruments. The measure aims to prevent title disputes in mining locations under state law.
Authorities warn buyers to verify horses' origin and proper admission to the United States to avoid purchasing smuggled stock. Line riders recently seized numerous horses bearing Mexican brands with unpaid duties, highlighting ongoing cross border smuggling activities and the risk to unsuspecting buyers.
Naco correspondent reports an engineering party surveying a route between Naco and Douglas for a new railroad connected to a smelter city. The project may run partly into Mexico, with rumors tying it to the El Paso Southwestern, Southern Pacific, or Greene interests, aiming to block competitors.
Dr Alexander Craig sues the City of Tucson for 2798 64 dollars plus costs citing destruction of a house and lot at the northeast corner of Church and Pennington streets by flood waters on August 19 1906. The eleven room dwelling faced North Church and West Pennington, and obstructions in the reef are alleged to have prevented the flood defense.
The southwest lumber shortage eases slowly with Warren district still short. Mining timber demand rose post winter, and mines may meet full needs by month end. Texas firm benefited little from demand due to labor and railroad issues. New Mexico camps show better position though shipments remain overdue.
An article notes a world wide rubber trust forming to secure the global supply, giving Arizona a potential stake. It claims Southern Arizona shrub rubber, similar to Mexico’s plant, could feed the new trust and lift Arizona producers to fair pricing. Also mentioned is whiskey labeling rules and Attorney Parsons of Douglas appearing in district court.
Several lawyers and residents travel to the city to attend district court and testify before the grand jury. Notables include Jim Morrison, AOfila, Arthur Allen, and Constable Fesok Trask, with witnesses from Bisbee and Tucson. New cases loom from Benton and Douglas as jurors hear details in shootings and a murder case.
Wednesday's Daily notes Jyh Wate and JM Mod ee turning to Bistee after completing business before the land jury. Several residents from Tombstone and nearby towns visit for witness testimony and district court matters. The Peoples Store opens at Allen and Fifth, with local figures including C L Cummings and Thomas among those traveling to or from Phoenix and Douglas.
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