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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1906
Page
3
A Sunday Tombstone epitaph lists local residents who contributed to relief after the San Francisco disaster. Donations total $1,550, with many names from Crystal Palace, Tombstone offices, and surrounding groups showing notable generosity in the camp era.
A readthrough of a damaged OCR page lists numerous names with scattered initials and marks alongside a final total of 1550 dollars. The collection includes many individuals such as Robeon, Ronochetti, Rogers, Ryan, Saudaon, Angello, Gorman, Graton, Graham, and Irwin, with multiple others and unclear groupings. The text resembles a roster or payment ledger with partial entries and uncertain roles.
In San Francisco relief work begins with organized camps for the homeless in the park. Registries, relief stations, and mail and telegraph services are set up. Thousands are fed as debris cleanup proceeds and occasional corpses are recovered from the ruins.
President E B Gage of the T C Co returned to Tombstone last evening after witnessing the San Francisco earthquake. He recounted a memory of the incident and the widespread misery it caused, noting telegrams to friends were delayed by telegraph failures. He traveled by private conveyance in stages and arrived safely, easing fears of those who expected worse news.
Public notices the benefits of Electric Bitters for stomach liver and kidney issues. Mary H Walters of 546 St Clair Ave Columbus Ohio writes she was near death from fever and nerve troubles caused by medicines, but felt relief after starting the tonic.
John S Marrs, 21, son of the Cony saloon owner Jas H Marrre, shot himself in the head with a revolver in the Cony saloon on Allen Street. The act occurred before witnesses including his father and Harry Rafferty. Funeral services were held at the family residence, Knights of Pythias presiding, with burial at City Cemetery amid a large gathering of friends.
Constable Jack White of Bisbee stayed overnight and will remain several days for district court. Former Tombstone mayor ON Thomas, now a Bisbee resident, is in town on court business. E J Jecklio and Leonard Alvero of the 7 Up ranch reported cattle in good condition. Attending attorneys include Beumler Wright Neville Richardson Cass Reynolds Shelley Nene Ross Flannigan Merpenteen Bisbee, Take Shearer and wife visited from their valley ranch. Charles Splawn, formerly of the Dongtae police, in town on court business. Mrs B L N Wolcott visiting Pageton with Mrs J Gabriel formerly of Tombstone. Jer Brandt and wife returned from Abilene Texas. Dave Colin, longtime local cigar store operator, now in Bisbee as grand juror. Col A Grow received invite to Annapolis ceremonies for John Paul. Jack Metice of Bisbee visits Tombstone for a few weeks. C J McReynolds and family in town for legal business. Deputy Sheriff Wm Bennett returns from Phoenix after quick trip with patient. left at 4:50 pm Saturday, back in Tombstone by 4 am.
The Tombstone relief fund for San Francisco quake sufferers swelled with a $952 cash donation on Saturday evening. Police Chief Bravin added about $60, and with miners’ contributions the total neared $1,500. The TC M Co general office will publish names and amounts tomorrow. The fund supports a wide relief effort with ongoing appeals. The Chinese colony also voted $10 to aid distressed countrymen.
In under two years Japan has emerged as a great power, with recent success against Russia drawing attention from other nations. The same era sees a noted cure, Husteter's St measures Bitters, gaining medical notice as it claims to ease nausea, indigestion, and liver sluggishness, with patients urged to insist on the private stamp on the bottle neck.
A report from Biber states James McLaughlin was shot and killed by James Campbell near Bisbee during a quarrel that began the night before and ended in the morning. McLaughlin formerly resided on the Ban Pedro ranch. Campbell was a transfer man at Bisbee. The incident, described as a feud turned deadly, closes a sharp conflict between the two well known men. The town awaits fuller details.
A customer from Fit Rock Wen claims Huckleo's Arnica Salve effectively heals ulcers and cancers, noting it as the best healing brew he has found. The advert emphasizes soothing relief for fiendish suffering from sores and caving skin.
Tuesday's Daily reports a busy grand jury proceeding with multiple appearances before district court. Mik Parley, heavy contracts, and fire department matters loom while witnesses from Bisbee, Bowie, Fresno, El Paso, and Tucson travel for testimony. Local officers including constables Larrieu and Shropshire, and juror Gleason, arrive in Tombstone as court activity and ranger business fill the docket.
Attorneys FW Shelly and Frank Hereford arrive for district court business. J Hartman and B W Norton from Bisbee register at the Arlington as witnesses. Numerous locals including Cramer, Nichols, Upchurch, Miller, Pruitt, Short, Doyle, Higgins, and Pike attend court or grand jury duties. Several seek updates on families and mining ventures. timing spans a few days with assorted travel between Bisbee, Naco, Douglas and Benson.
A fragmented note teases Smiths Magazine features including best stories and executive articles. It mentions readers seeking top writing and a column by writers challenging today’s tastes. May reference a department and vocalese in Seventh Avenue context.
The family expresses gratitude to Tomb stine public for deeds of kindness tokens of friendship and words of condolence during their bereavement for their beloved son John H Manns. They note sympathy from visiting B P D E representatives and deepen their appreciation for the community’s support in this difficult time.
In 1895 there was none, by 1900 six million boxes of Cascare Candy were sold. Charities benefited as the candy gained popularity and became a staple product. The public verdict reflected strong market reception and civic impact.
The Arizona department of the Grand Army of the Republic names its officers including Commander James C. Drewton, Vice Commander A. Doran Prescott, Junior Vice Commander Windfield Bent, Medical Director N. S. Fulmer Tocrom, and others. The document details rank titles and department council roles with numerous misreadings and names.
The Cananea Herald reports Cananea will become the chief government center of the Anape district after September 1, shifting mining registrations and final papers from Arispe. A government building will be erected at once, marking a major administrative transfer.
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