This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1908
Page
4
Repeated reports speak of a major irrigation dam in the Chiricahua range to water the San Simon Valley. W D Washburn, a Chicago investor with extensive capital, has been examining the venture amid growing speculation of its scale and purpose.
A Douglas letter from Hon. Mark Smith says he has recovered in Los Angeles after a week in confinement and plans to address a large rally and barbecue in Lewie Springs. He will campaign in Kingman Mohave County next, then head to northern counties visiting smaller camps this year to renew his long-dormant campaign.
Fielding a expedition party, Captain George Wilcos plans a detailed gear list for the Sone of Nim rods. Items include a will box compass extra clothing and boots, field glass cockedal rifles pistols and shotguns, two burros bedding tents food supplies tobacco and antidote. The group braces for a farewell to family and the dangers of the Mugalions.
Secretary WH Shelton of the Arizona Sportsmen association notified clubs of the forthcoming Franco coal tournament to be staged in El Paso October with the El Paso Gun Club hosting under the association. Three days of matches include trophies and $500 in added money prizes using the base scoring system. Participants expected from several Arizona cities along with New Mexico and Texas teams and 50 southwest shooters plus ten to twelve professionals. Mrs Toepperweile, noted for a rifle record of 67 hits in 1000 targets, may attend.
A fragmentary local page notes shifting weather trends with references to storm timing and rainfall estimates, mentions a deputy honor event by the Red Men and a statistician’s defense of data. It reports the upcoming Bieber marriage of Geo Bigges to Katy McGary, both of Bieber, in probate court coverage.
The International Typographical Union began pension payments of six dollars per week to printers over 60 who have at least twenty years of membership. The fund, part of a broader relief effort, marks a new direction for labor groups in supporting aging workers while the union continues its long eight hour day campaign. A Seattle dispatch notes the American Bar Association also met in its 37th annual session with new general council members named from California and Arizona.
A Native man surrendered to Bud Armer deputy sheriff claiming to have killed two Apache during a clash at Fossil Creek canyon. He will be taken to Prescott for a hearing as San Xavier mission preservation efforts intensify under Bishop Granvanton. The bishop warns the historic mission faces critical decline without immediate restoration funds.
Leon Godchaux Depuny Great Tax ephonee of the Great Council Improv ed Order of Red Men arrived on Tombstone the morning from Nogales where he has been visiting the lodge tf the border city A smoker suite given at the wigwam of the Opate Tribe tomorrow Friday evening to ho ror Mr Gedehaux to which all bhets and visiting Ned Men are cordially invited
A rider and Indies discovered a rolling gunny sack in the road near a yew plant. A youth cut the string and rode away as ladies fled the grade. Cats of all varieties fled the sack into the brush unharmed. Also notes on rain measurements and Arizona’s rainfall potential.
Anxiety rises in San Diego state circles over the sudden death of former Governor Murphy’s wife Mrs MO Murphy in San Pedro. She fainted when told of his death and remains in a serious condition, delaying funeral arrangements due to ongoing business commitments.
Agron Hussng, known as Andy, facing charges of vanity after admission to the county hospital six weeks ago for general debility. Recent mental decline shows death mania with persecutory delusions and fortune fantasies. The hearing will be held Saturday as supporters in Douglas, his former residence, may attend.
The following list shows letters remaining in general delivery at Tombstone Post Office for the week ending August 15. Banchi Mre A Calbares Cambie Chemmel John Clark Geo H Callen Jour Dartt A Gordon Erikeon Ernest Evans WM Gonzales Jesus Kineher Henry Lewis Frank Pandes Manuel Saleido Angelita Shele Mre Gano Gertrude Sime West Tom When calling for above letters, state the date of advertisement.
Gov Joseph H Kubbey sent an invitation to Long Beach resident Mrs. Otto Crouse to attend as a delegate at the International Congress on Tuberculosis in Washington D C from September 21 to October 12. Mrs. Crouse leads the Arizona Health League based in Tucson and has steered its work with fidelity and notable results.
Thursday's Daily reports between four and five thousand Cochise County voters already registered for the fall election. The article notes the total is expected to rise as registration continues. Local civic life includes updates on residents, telecommunication matters, and a court case involving Harry Hassley charged with shooting in town. Hassley pleaded not guilty and was fined $50 after a trial date was set.
Old Guard Rich Ore Col Best departed for the east this morning bearing an elaborate set of samples from the O14 Guard. The ore shows prominent black manganese and high silver content, with the current strike reportedly richer than any previously uncovered. If the display proves satisfactory, Old Guard is certain to resume operations, with holes and other improvements planned in the near term.
A humorous view of liars and their varied methods. The article describes a harmless yet entertaining professional liar who flatters generals, a boastful storyteller claiming personal glory, and a boastful bragger with exaggerated feats from childhood, all delivering endless yarns that bore listeners.
Work at the cemetery is progressing rapidly as grounds are reshaped to restore appearance and respect for departed friends. The effort is valued as historic and will be enhanced by a new cemetery fence, improving the city of the dead’s attractiveness.
Reported by the Telegraph and other papers, Dr Bishop, a county hospital assistant, is tied to the Wardwell leper case in rumors. While allegations swirl, sources say he performed his duties well during the hospital stay, with no confirmed involvement in Wardwell’s disappearance. The town schedules Labor Day events, a parade, speeches, and band concerts, plus excursion plans to Denver.
The Douglas papers express concern over a railroad survey party crossing into Mexico. Two groups planned to start from a split point, one eastward and one westward, with no objective shared yet. Cananea is implied as a probable landmark for the line’s terminus.
Peculiar pair draws attention as a big white til dig and a burro form an unlikely bond along Tombstone streets. They wander together, the dog staying within forty to fifty feet, then reuniting with its partner. When separated, the burro appears more distressed, while the dog shows quiet affection and loyalty amid the old county scene.
In Tombstone yesterday Gene Larrieu and Joe Bush, a grey singer of the Barbacomari, were seen with Mr Walter S. Douglas near Lycop place seeking shelter under a hat rim. Douglas, heading to join the Culiacan team, keeps stubborn ideas about the upcoming sheriff election. An obituary note mentions Joe Bush as a friend to be published without charge.
The Southern Pacific and El Paso & Southwestern will soon offer a very low distillate rate from California to the Sulphur Springs valley. The objective is to help farmers who rely on pumping to irrigate their land.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.