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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1891
Page
3
Obituary note reports Joms Marron, a pioneer in Arizona journalism, died after a battle. A new president is named Vicona, with uncertain details about his stature or reception.
Mus Samants linked to Jesse James has accepted an offer to exhibit their one and one half spry log cabin at the Chicago World’s Fair. The note implies a public display arrangement with the fair authorities.
In Fairbank the Crystal Lee Works owner sparked a swift market shift that fuels an emerging ice trade conflict in Tucson. Local merchants claim competition is intensifying as demand for cold storage and ice delivery rises.
Reported heavy rains in the Huachuca mountains over the past two days raise conditions for cattle. A local observer notes cattle near the range are fat and ready for market, a situation unique to this southern Arizona district this season.
Skoneracy Braise and son Em mons investigated Sunday as Blaine’s family again deny reports of serious illness and an imminent retirement from public life. The Mugeumpa reference suggests a fictional or opaque element amid the denial.
The university announces its opening in September with a faculty described as learned men and a credit to the institution. For further information a copy of the newly issued catalogue is available from the University of Arizona.
The article notes a court remark that some testimony is unfit for publication and condemns the public airing of sickening crime details. It references Alice White and a justice’s court ruling in a discussion of press restraint.
The commissioners JS O'Brien of Tucson R W Wood of Tombstone and H B Lagithizer of Phoenix met Saturday and elected RW Wood president and Ho BS Lightinger secretary. An adjournment was set to the Bret Monday in September to complete the organization. interim cases opened for investigation and sessions planned at convenient times.
The census department bulletin on copper mining reports Arizona third in copper output among states and territories. It lists figures for Montana Michigan New Mexico Colorado and other regions with varied production, noting most other areas produced far less, from high six figures to about eighteen thousand pounds.
The Cochise County property assessment compares favorably with last year overall as growth in the countryside offsets limited city gains. Town lot values drop by 59 402 and outside land and improvements fall by 55 000 while rail property rises 116 160. Horses, sheep, and cattle show gains, with rail mileage unchanged and merchandise declines by 30 064 in value. Total property value falls by 96 292.
New York-Charles O Connor Hen nessey, called to the bar before Recorder Smythe to plead to the indictment charging him with misdemeanor for liss publication in the Evening News. The city editor’s case challenges constitutional liberty of the press.
A fragmented page lists transfers and appointments including Redmond to Ben Williams in Bisbee for 200 dollars, Olive Branch mine in Warren district at 2000 dollars, and notary appointments for HE Penny and WC Read. Other items reference cattle slaughter totals, power of attorney involving Neptune group, and a July 90 date for a tombstone area notice to Fred Herrera’s wife.
Foreman Holman of Gould and Curry reports rapid exploration near Carson Nevada with new reef prospects rivaling Comstock. Survey crews are on site and surface indications suggest a heavy influx of miners next week as Zirn culls $60 in a pan and $4100 to date in a small sack. Zirnville town site laid out. stage line planned from Carson to move building materials.
A garbled list of personal names and locations appears, including individuals tied to St Louis New York San Francisco Los Angeles Santa Elena Chicago and other places. The OCR text resembles a social register or directory fragment with many misspellings and unclear associations.
A note from Tombstone AZ editor describes O Home jailed for indecent exposure awaiting authorities tomorrow. The writer of a spoof letter to the Daily Shoot Off offers a jewel mystery challenge while lampooning printer ink idle life and Diogenes references. The writer asks not to be confused with Ever Home.
A man plans a theater night but returns home early and confuses his appearance. After slipping into casual light trousers with formal evening wear, he exits in a hurry, causing family amusement and a near wardrobe mishap as he heads to a cab. He later realizes the error but escapes embarrassment.
An American woman Dr King occupies a prominent medical position in Shanghai. Her large valued practice includes successful surgical operations that have earned high praise from fellow physicians. Her work highlights the significant opportunities for women in China.
A long list details salaries for French officials from the president and cabinet to generals, archbishops, and diplomats. It notes stipends for Paris roles, the Legion of Honor, and foreign embassies, with curious mentions of budget items and exotic postings.
An elderly Scottish railroad worker who spent his career in the Highlands moved to the United States. In the West he encountered rough reception and a local dialect clash as he adapts to frontier life.
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