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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1901
Page
2
The piece combines a Tombstone Epitaph note with various regional items. It references President, labor strikes, Boer War logistics, increasing cattle branding in Arizona, rainfall and pasture prospects, and a mining journal issue detailing Mexico and the Southwest industries.
The text cites suspension of civil government in provinces and a resumption of shooting amid Filipino attitudes toward administration offers. It notes skepticism about Filipinos' ability to accept reforms, referencing William McKinley as patronage symbol.
The Tombstone Board of Supervisors met at 9 a m but P J Delahanty and Geo B Keay were absent and the session continued to 1 p m. By 4 30 p m the board adjourned to August 2 1901 after routine business and minutes from July 23 were read and approved.
Reports say Jame Eversole, a mining prospector, was engulfed by quicksand near Tempe yesterday while accompanied by his crew. Onlookers watched as Low Collins, a stage driver, attempted rescue but also sank. he was saved by a cowboy's lariat.
Bisbee updates include C F Nichols leaving for Tombstone and arrivals at Norton House with Fred Oliver from Naco and T H Horfield from Carlsbad. The Arizona & Southwestern plans connections between Fairbank and Benson. Copper Queen hotel nearing completion and Johnson block columns rising. A Wright storm brings rain and wind. Grand Eagle organizers to open a Bisbee Lodge. local commerce and hotels bustling with activity.
A crowded Bisbee scene features an ace handling a mountain lion on Main Street, local bars and operatic events, and plans for homemade cigars. Rail updates note new coaches, post office work, and rapid progress on Mexico-bound construction, with storms and outages reported.
North bound passenger quotes indicate rapid progress at Tombstone mines with a new shaft about 200 feet deep and cross cutting for the old lead. Gage plans a site visit next week to assess work as optimism grows for revived production.
Government aid supporters will present a petition to Congress through delegate Marcus A. Smith requesting an appropriation for riparian improvements on the Colorado River near Yuma. The goal is to aid navigation and protect about 90 000 acres of agricultural land from floods.
A bulletin reports Arizona farm data totaling 1,995,527 acres with 254,521 improved. It notes 1,769 farms owned by Indians, decade wealth up 100 percent, and values reaching $29,000,875 with $15,408,717 invested in livestock. Cattle number about 60,000 and sheep 60,450, with over one third of territory improved.
The Southern Pacific Company intends to issue between 10 million and 15 million dollars in new bonds. Funds will convert motive power on Texas and Arkansas lines from coal to oil, build pipelines to move oil, and acquire oil properties to ensure an abundant supply for years ahead.
A peculiar weather event occurred Saturday in a canyon as hail stones fell during a rain storm. The stones were unusually large and pelted vegetation, leaving marks. Witnesses described the incident as remarkable and uncommon for the season.
Community gatherings, road and railroad progress, and public notices dominate. Forte Social Club hosts a meeting at Mrs Gee's studio. Rockland Canal Company promoted to reclaim 40 000 acres east of Yuma. Grand Canyon railroad crew grows to 150 200 men aiming for October traffic. Public boards set tax rates. cloudburst damages Santa Fe line from Iron Springs to Congress.
Local items note a rumored city severment roll totaling about 5 million dollars, assorted political notes, and business moves. The report mentions Judge Jas Reilly, Los Angeles registers, and Navajo reservation matters, along with copper plant updates and a Mammoth rebuild. Four Mexican prisoners face charges over desecration of graves and prehistoric artifacts at Mark Hanna's colonial possessions.
Dispatch reports no violent action in Jerome as strikers meet to demand an eight hour day and higher pay. Workers threaten to stay out, while others abandon labor due to long shifts and low wages. Senator Clark dismisses secession, and the mine pumps continue as aboveground work resumes.
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