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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1908
Page
2
An item from Tombstone Epitaph outlines publication details and scheduling for the next issue. It mentions months and a timetable for printing and distribution, with emphasis on journal deadlines and editorial logistics. The fragment preserves a period newspaper cadence and local timing cues.
The piece defends democracy as a just system uniting labor and capital and promoting liberty and humanity. It argues Democrats oppose narrow partisanship, favor inclusive citizenship, and value patriotic principles over division. A Williams News note references a Tombstone printer guarding Yuma prison with a shooting stick, illustrating local dialogue on civic roles.
An old advertisement promotes Pierce's All Healing Salve claiming cures for stomach and liver ailments and skin sores. It urges readers to mail fifty four cents in postage stamps to Dr. R.V. Devon in Botlain New York for a large box or to buy pills and tonics. The prose imitates patent medicine rhetoric with grand claims and implausible testimonials.
A fragmented note urges contenders to join the race this fall with bold plans and bold announcements. It warns to choose candidates who promise surprises and success, ahead of the Democratic convention this fall.
The Weekly Tribune of Tucson is described as a new paper born August 1 with a Republican badge. The piece notes Tucson and Pima County Republicans criticize past official organs as sympathetic to the opposition and seek to fill a long-felt want with a presentable, conservative salutation and good stock.
The Globe Weekly Record, Republican, debuts as a new publication in a Democratic county in Arizona. The piece expresses hope for success and praises liberal patriotic papers while promising impartial representation of all parties and doctrines.
A brief item noting an education effort titled Fore pst Wete eeCiie ule, listing participants and aims in a concise local column style.
Thirty years ago this month Cochise County witnessed the birth of the Copper Queen and the Warren district surge, with George Warren backed by Ducson and Major Rucker driving early claims. Proposals of huge underground workings and the Queen’s vast potential dominated the era, shaping local lore and prospecting.
A fragmentary notice comments on Democratic convention aspirants in Cochise County. It critiques political showmanship and self promotion by candidates and supporters, suggesting public attention distracts from issues this fall. The text reflects a satirical tone about campaign rituals and parental approval in the local scene.
A dispatch describes a planned march by a Tombstone party departing in September. They will travel by sail and overland, carrying twelve pack animals, to Clifton then unite for a main advance into the White Mountain country, staying one to three months as duties require.
The text outlines an expedition lineup headed by Tomb Captain George Wilson with First Lieutenant Lafe Gilson and other officers. It lists roles such as Scout, Storkmaster, Commissary General Jimmy Mou tano, and department heads including W. T. Tapper and Bert Benet.
A fragmentary report notes Mexico imposing an $80 fine on St. Ys & BL railroad for tax evasion related to castor ties. It mentions an import of about 100 cases of blasting powder entered under incorrect tariff classification, prompting questions about enforcement and irregularities.
A Buena Vista correspondent reports another Yaqui attack killing soldiers. Train crew found mutilated remains on the track as authorities pursue the Indians amid renewed hostilities and tensions on the road to Cutyuripa.
Tuesday's Daily reports Mr and Mrs Warren and two children, local county expenditures for the second month of the third quarter, and a Tombstone cantaloupe fancy. It notes a Knights of Pythias meeting, Republican jail incidents, a court case for a new trial, a foreclosure suit by Arizona Mutual Savings and Loan, and bank matters. A storm damaged Main Street, library, post office, and two former Tombstone girls narrowly escaped drowning.
Report reaches Willcox police that William Downing, once linked to Cochise County train robbery otters, was shot and killed while resisting a deputy in Speed. Downing's prior fugitives include Burt Alvord and Will Stiles, with jail break attempts in 1900. Authorities release few details as investigations continue.
Local commentary questions why W Pinkney White travels to Tombstone and suggests the central committee members there influence Republican leadership. The piece hints at a fountain head in Tombstone and references a political announcement column for candidates across parties.
The Wardwell incident in Tombstone involves a military veteran and his elderly wife said to have leprosy. Authorities push for deportation to Malakei Setau while Washington investigates. Aged couple and local officials navigate detention, custody, and lingering sensational coverage.
A scanned testimonial offers a one hundred dollar reward for any case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J. Cheney & Co of Toledo certify the director, with Kinsax & Manvel endorsing the firm. The cure is taken internally, claimed to act on blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials and price five to seven cents per bottle are noted.
A stray telegram style verslag describes a long baseball battle at Tombstone where Tombstone Juniors faced Bisbee White Socks. The Bisbee team allegedly faced harsh criticism from the Bisbee Daily Review while the locals praised the visitors and claimed misreporting. No return date set, but a rematch is anticipated.
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