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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1908
Page
2
Zebulon Pike’s remarks on the Western prairies warn of frontier rambling while noting a US population limit to preserve the Union. The piece also notes cooling weather and the impact of snow on temperatures, and reports Arizona producing copper at about 336 million pounds annually.
The brother of President elect Charles P Taft is a candidate for the United States Senate to replace Senator Foraker. He has contributed nearly a quarter of a million dollars to the President elect's campaign. The president may face embarrassment if discrimination becomes necessary.
An early 20th century advisory piece discusses how marriage and motherhood age women, citing ignorance and neglect of pelvic health as causes. It promotes a labeled tonic claiming to restore vitality, strength, and health for nursing mothers and worn down women, endorsed by a physician with experience.
Arizona is described as the leading copper producer with vast undeveloped mineral deposits. The Boston Financial News reports this year’s mineral output around 65 million dollars, copper supplying over one seventh of world production. Rail extensions are planned to access rich, prospected areas as mining continues to develop.
Court records show Suit 5025 with OL Fisher and E Piper, Cr. judgment 173 75 and attorney fees 47. Suit S001 Bled with JU Mattler against Little Jessie Gold My Co for 4517 10 debt. Lillie Torres et al suit for 5000 debt plus interest and costs. Suit M filed. Everett Kentner vs S F Douglas for 10000 damages with Suit S400 and a judgment. John Bag er and Rose E Baglin Cr decree PuOMATE Court. Estate actions include creditors’ proofs and whole estate to widow George W Boyd, and estate settlements for Louies Thomas and William A Thompson. Petition of Michael E Kinchala for letters.
The statement, likely unique to Kansas, notes that one third of counties lack prisoners or paupers, half of counties contributed no convicts to the state prison last year, and half of inmates never established Kansas residence long enough to gain a home there.
The latest estimate sets this year’s farm product value at 7.5 billion dollars. The question implies economic return concerns. however, without context on costs, prices, and profitability, the statement alone cannot determine if farming pays or why not.
Territorial editors discuss two Tucson church convention resolutions on local option and a prohibition clause in the statehood bill. Prohibition should be decided by people after statehood, not embedded in Congress action, as added clauses risk hindering passage and constitutional concerns arise.
A local weather note says a spell of old-time cold weather may arrive soon but will be brief and not lasting in this area, reflecting the typical seasonal swing before warming again.
Arizona and New Mexico railroads have granted one and one fourth large for the bankers convention to be held in Bisbee on Friday and Saturday this week. The Arena Bankers' association conducts the meeting and a large attendance is expected.
The oH shows how they do things different just from the line. The bull fight on the Mexican side yesterday afternoon war and a palp ie fake that the authorities felt called upon to sing the company 150 which they paid if fakes it this preriously free Country were treated in the same manner perhaps they would be fed yesterday however. They should have compelled the company to refund the admission price to the disgusted spectators.
The board of supervisors met with all members present and approved tax relief affidavits due to erroneous assessments. A fire loss tally of 102 175 was cut from the tax roll, allocating 88 575 to Bisbee and 10 000 to Arizona Gypsum Co. A request from WK Meade to challenge mine tax raises was denied for lack of jurisdiction. Citizens urged crossing changes at EP and SW railroad near Grand Central Mill. clerk to consult the railroad about a new crossing. A $570 bill from Santa Cruz officers for a Cochise county case transfer was approved, and the board adjourned to meet again later.
Arizona and New Mexico push for statehood as Congress prepares to hear their petitions. Delegations will present demands with insistence, while papers note promises of statehood and urge action in the first month of the session.
A long summary of divorce statistics notes that over twenty years 1887 to 1906 one in twelve marriages ended in divorce with two thirds granted to wives. Grounds include cruelty and adultery with varied percentages. Arizona shows a high divorce rate relative to population and lists territories and leading causes. The article also critiques Copper Queen mine operations of Phelps Dodge, noting profits, yields, dividends, and a complete list of related companies.
Governor Kibbey granted a late pardon to A Valeneis from Cochise county due to ill health. The convict died Sunday morning and was buried by the county undertaker. The Yuma Sentinel reports Valencia wished to die among his people and not in prison.
Holmes, president of the Leadville Mining Company, a pioneer in the district, says the firm employs about 25 men and the property never looked better. Large ore bodies are being blocked out and ready for shipment in the near future.
The Dispatch reports a Douglas volunteer fire department move to organize the Southern Arizona Firemen's Association after friction over next convention location. Phoenix won the convention originally, with reconsideration leaving Phoenix and northern cities in a separate group. cities named include Bisbee Tucson Clifton Morenci Globe Tombstone Nogales and Yuma.
Boot White former sheriff of Cochise County visits Tombstone from Stoeloa Mexon to greet old acquaintances. Judge Jas Reilly ill for a week and considering a trip to California for recovery. Oliver Mathews dies at 55 after long illness, admitted from Bisbee to the hospital. Steve Blair Nogales mining man in town on a few days’ visit.
The Cochise County Teachers Institute in Tombstone on November 25, 1908 expresses gratitude to local citizens and groups for support, asks the Territorial Board of Education to revise the course of study, endorses K C Babcock for the constitutional convention, requests an office and funds for the county superintendent, honors retiring superintendent Rockfel, and extends greetings to incoming superintendent elect Stover. Eleanor Crow and Adelaide B. Lewis co sign, with Eugene H. Stover.
A set answer not only turneth away wrath but often saves someone from a severe beating.
With Roosevelt Bryan and LaFollette as editors the chances are there will be lively things said in the weekly press during the next four years.
Two years after optimistic forecasts the prophet of progress faces sparse coverage as denatured alcohol developments remain limited, reminiscent of the scarcity seen in Edison era cheap runabout automobiles.
An Arkansas man faced trial by what was called the voodoo test. A negro juryman warned that if guilt existed the gun would sweat blood at the muzzle. The accused, believing doom was near, fatally stabbed himself as the verdict loomed.
In a sharp wartime rhetoric, voices battle over the Burton Fowler Taft embroglio. The piece cites Shali Cannon Payne Dalzell and others as actors poling for party principles echoed from the Chicago platform and the November fourth National behest. The rhetoric weighs which faction will prevail to carry the promise in policy.
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