Improbable Border Story Ends in Double Tragedy
A courtly narrative recounts a violent border incident where Bert Alvord is killed by a mounted pursuer. The tale, though full of dramatic detail, blends rumor and fact, with references to copper inputs and a pursuing rider, ending in a grim portrayal of Alvord’s death and the chaotic pursuit.
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Alvord
Norey
Aleve Lowey
Asirons
Border Vitetti
Negeler
Tenniis
Hender
Vermer
Pris
Evan
Hetele
Vloid
Deaeseds
Gore Bert Alvont
Dick Turin
Cochis
Isigelly
Wiile
Thanksgiving in Tombstone rites and revelry recalled
Thanksgiving in Tombstone featured a large town gathering with a Mining Exchange marquee event hosted by the Terptoorenn Club. Two hundred guests from nearby mountains and waters attended. Prizes honored George Longtur, Miss Arzsoa Misao, and Miss Elin Blackburn with costumes reflecting recent fashions. Rev. Elliot spoke at the Episcopal church in the evening, delivering a suitable address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Longtur
Lieutanot
Finste
Prospector Acknowledges Thankfulness After McKinley Assassination
A historic proclamation expresses gratitude to Providence as the nation mourns President McKinley’s assassination. It honors steady resolve, industry, and faith, urging unity and resilience through a year of trials and a hopeful return to peace and prosperity for all citizens.
Prospector Activity Expands in Sierra Madre
Americans exploring the Sierra Madre are increasingly seen on trails and camps, signaling preparation for a new road that will unlock many mining claims and large properties. Mining owners face rising worker turnover as prospectors arrive and depart camps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chibubas
Sierra Madre
Territorial Voting Patterns Across Three Territories
A condensed review from the Albuquerque Citizen analyzes how New Mexico Arizona and Oklahoma potential statehood status depends on historical party strength. It notes New Mexico’s Republican leanings through early 1900s elections, Arizona’s long Democratic dominance, and Oklahoma’s 1900 race where Republicans led but Democrats held the overall balance in the territorial legislature.
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Albuquerque
New Mexico
Oklahowa
Arizona
Congress
Bisbee Jotti 8 Jecrrextyes El Pacer real estate moves
In Bisbee and surrounding areas a flurry of real estate deals unfolds as residents return from Tuccon and Phoenix to manage property interests. Notable locals Lewis Hosted and Sonora mining figures reside at Berener while Jim Williams tends mining business in Sonora. An Erie Mining company project near South Bisbee receives ground patent and a new townface name. Railroad survey crews near Tombstone and El Paso plan two weeks of urgent work before resuming curvey. A public interest quarrel erupts over a controversial open letter and statehood debate.
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Tombstone
el Paso
Official County Proceedings Cochise County 1901 Special Sessions
Minutes of the Cochise County Board of Supervisors record meetings on October 21 and November 1901. Absent member J. De, notices to cancel assessments for Mrs Blecklidy and Frankenburg Bros, and a $5,000 assessment on 1901 tax rolls. Special session called for November 18, 1901 at 3 p.m. Bid openings for a branch jail at Naco with bids from J Vandevort S C Anderson and H B Hanson. Hanson bid $400. contract awarded pending bond and specifics, with building specs outlined.
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Tusmas
Frankenburg Bros
Board Studs
James F. Duscas
Thos
R. Your
Towers
Board of Sape
Viaorr
Cochise County
Aciz
Board of Supervisors
Tuos R. Youx
Bord
Ienad
Bo Yers Cheirman
P.J. Delabany
Geo. B
Ren
Ee Wning
Nac
J. Vandevort
S.C. Anderson
C. Anderson
A. B. Henson
H. B. Hanson
Ivor
Tax payment request for James Critchley property assessment
A garbled notice requests Jen Crhehley to receive four thousand seven hundred five hundredths dollars for James Critchley property assessment of the year 143. It mentions Abeasenemen 0 Mer of Bearon and notes the widow status of a person. The rest is incoherent with times and names.
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Jen Crhehley
James Critchley
Bearon
Boar Sands
You
Jas
F. Brscan
Chatem
Fairbank Telegrams and Local Happenings
In Fairbank a spread of notices describes duels with mining talk, a big cattle sale, a Native Sons event at the city hall, and a campaign overview mentioning Republicans and Democrats. Reports mention miners from Tombstone, a Patagonia engine, and locals attending church and school events with plans for the coming term.
Laughing Across Worlds In Persian And Global Mirth
A dated column examines laughter across cultures from Persia to Europe and America. It notes varying expressions of humor among Arabs, Turks, Egyptians, Germans, French, and English social classes, and suggests Mohammed’s persona includes a notable, good humored ring despite his seriousness.
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Persia
Europe
Mohammed
Welsh Gold Mines and British Telegraphs In 1890s Britain
A compilation of statistics on Welsh gold output and land tenure, noting 395 ounces in 1898 and 2083 ounces in 1597, with chartered banks but seed money to government. It cites 200 foot parliament tower height and 260000 miles of telegraphs controlled by the post office. digressions include comic panels and brief quotes from periodicals.
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England
Ireland
Scotland
Parliament Buildings
St. Paul's Cathedral
Great Britain
Huggins
Post Office Letters List At Tombstone End Oct 21 1981
Unclaimed letters advertised at Tombstone post office for the month ending October 21 1981 include Wiai Mee Carrie Brown Alice Campbell Tex Bunbar J 0 Fer J B Groves A D Hunter Juha J Kramling Jamee Kollem Mrs J B White JH Witherspoon J H. Notices state how to claim and advertise date.
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Tombstone
Wiai
Mee
Carrie Brown
Alice M Campbell
Tex Bunbar
Fer
J.B. Groves
A. D. Hunter
Juha J. Kramling
Jamee Y Kollem
Mra
White
JH. Witherspoon
J. H
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Tarion Comiure
Territoriel Legieleture Ie
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Bisbee Ariz, Biv
Coto el Janes Leon Va
el Pacer
Praten Dzya
Aeeland
Tuccon
Lewis
Sonora
Berener
Jim Williams
J. W. Farrington
Edward Alesander
Poenix
Bue
Erie Mining Company
South Bisbee
Eiior Shaliz
Elior Hughes
Tucson Star
Official County Proceedings
P.J. Delanasty and Gao, B. Reay, E
Pervore
Fairba
Fairbank
Nuw
Nawu
St David
Spisano
Wien
Bert Moremmsnn
Arizona Rangers
Biece
Ode
Jae
Berhyen
Benke
Ein
Bateliel
Igardee
Unger and Cook
Tumb
Baudey
Patagonia
Dougines
Nogil
Anily Kirien
Eity Hall
Sanday
Blewis
Ponte Aout
Herseb
Repubicans
Eeu
Pw Sredom
George Savalley
Reg
Sampe
Fen PS
Fritag
Walt Ty
Diety
Jone
Gersi
Alaeton
Brunston
Tatendon
Barey
Santer
Brozes
Tombetone
Williams
J. Brown
Neco
Bisbee
Ely
Warren Beck
Jollty OF the Nations
The
United Kingdom
Harlem
Nan
Puck
Charming
Old Jimson
Tim
Detroit
Ah Revoir
Press
Milly
Willy
L.G. Onanue, P.M. A
Tucron
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