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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1894
Page
2
The tax body will feature three members and marks a historic first for women in a continental legislative chamber. The article questions a proposed gold on demand scheme as a clever fisc al device to let taxpayers bear interest on borrowed money.
A Mora New Mexico grant once owned by the Ben Butler estate was sold to an eastern syndicate. The tract spans 158000 acres and the purchase price is one million dollars.
A failed burglary occurred in Chicago when criminals tried to steal Ads Rehan's silver statue last week. The next morning silver fell by an ounce, demoralizing the thieves who abandoned the attempt.
Gowen has appointed a large group of New York State postmasters aligned against Hill. The Hill camp is reported to be in good form for a confrontation, with anticipation of further political maneuvering and rivalry ahead.
Opinion notes that among various banking proposals the aim is to shift money making power to national banks and argues this shift must be opposed by the American public to the bitter end.
A Guthrie school teacher is jailed after allegedly kicking a pupil with his boot, breaking four ribs. The report notes harsh discipline in the region as teachers are described as using violence.
The Arizonans praise Gur. LC. Hughes for an excellent annual report. His practical newspaper training suited him to the task, producing a model document of lasting value to the territory.
In an interview SesaTox Voorwexs advocates free coinage of silver at a 16 to 1 ratio independent of other nations. He plans to push for legislation favorable to silver before the adjournment of the 33d congress.
A provision imposes a ten dollar duty per head on cattle imported from Mexico. The measure is expected to fail with the current Congress but may spur further imports in opposition to its aim.
Justice Harlan's decision holds that a defendant indicted for selling oleomargarine should be acquitted if he proves no knowledge of the ingredients. The ruling reverses strict liability expectations and centers on the seller's awareness of contents.
The election for Los Angeles County treasurer involves John Burr who allegedly failed to take the oath within ten days after the election. Burr was in San Francisco on the tenth day and reportedly made the oath through a long distance telephone at 11 30 p.m. Contestants challenge the oath as invalid under the law.
A newspaper reflection notes a change from old rural strollers to a new era where nine-tenths of train robberies last year were planned and carried out by farmers. It argues that new industries offer steadier pay than farming with wheat at 60 cents a bushel.
The War Department will seek Supreme Court review of Judge Hughes of Norfolk ruling that court martial cannot sentence an officer or enlisted man to imprisonment if within civil jurisdiction. The decision, if upheld, would upend military law and could empty prisons at Fort Leavenworth and Alvarado Island California.
The Prescott Courier reports Walter Renouf died in Congress on Saturday under peculiar circumstances after a day spent in Ben Block's saloon. Sheriff Lowry oversaw burial. Tucson voters elected Henry Buehman as mayor and several council and official roles. Southern Pacific offered round trip tickets for regional travel. Confessions emerged in the Roscoe train robbery case. Topolobampo cooperative faces near collapse with last year’s crop value at 11 000 dollars. The Interstate Commerce Commission notes government ownership of railways but cites only limited state operation.
The Phoenix Herald notes Cochise County teachers including Nettie Scow Jezsie Hall Maggie Hill Annie Hosmer Lela Jagerman and professors Ray C H Wild George A Metcalf H B Raven Frank J Raven Fred H Odood will attend the Phoenix Institute next week. Chas Coon will depart Saturday for Willcox to pursue Cochise Marble and Onyx company claims with expected updates forthcoming. St Louis doctors allegedly mask diphtheria outbreak by labeling it croup.
Thursday's Daily reports Tim Griffith visiting Tucson, Chesney registered in Cochise, Braly moving into town for winter, and various local items. Cattle wreck near Las Vegas, Arizona corn and wheat yields from 1893, San Pedro fishing, and political notes on Cleveland and New Mexico. Taxes due soon, elevated trains in New York, a Phoenix death from sconite, and stage robbery cases with executions set for February 8. Tax fees and county recorder details also noted.
The Los Angeles Express lauds Governor Hughes annual report noting 11,252 enrolled pupils from 16,202 school aged children. It highlights a 12 percent rise since 1893, a population increase just over 7 percent, and more than $100,000 spent on new school buildings in the last two years.
Word reaches that cattle investors with at least 700 million capital prepare to clash with the sugar trust in Washington. Armour Morris and Swift lead the meat trade fight as free sugar stirs debate on meat exports to Europe. Reports from Chicago and Washington round out a day of violence, murders, and political tension across the nation.
Broderick of Kaurna introduced a bill to restore the McKinley rate of ten dollars per head on cattle imported to the United States, arguing cheaper Mexican imports threaten American meat. The report notes Peru’s political unrest, with General Pierola challenging the government and closing ports near Lima.
A reward of 810 is offered for the arrest and conviction of the man who tore down the telephone line near the district court room and the Proctor office, as stated by 5. C. Base.
The S P roll targets freight crews with a reduced extra mileage cap. Monthly pay drops to 4200 miles, ending the chance of earning extra pay. The change shifts compensation and may cut incentives for overage.
Tomorrow is the day set by law for the returne of the recent election. The event draws little public interest beyond those who staked money on the outcome and on the master.
The 1895 almanac from the Hostetter company of Pittsburg highlights the medicine’s uses derivation and actions with readable forecasts. It notes astronomical calculations and humorous yet profitable content and states the brochure is produced by over sixty workers and available at druggists and country dealers in multiple languages.
A historical brief notes Dr Price's Crema Baking Powder event titled Meet Pertest Made. The write up highlights product trust and community participation with reference to local vendors and a public display of baking powder quality at a mid century gathering.
A brief note describes a fine range of Toilet Scape and Sschet Powders being offered at the Tombstone Drug Store, suggesting a small apothecary display.
Frank Wolcott announces a fresh stock of Christmas goods including useful and ornamental gifts. Candies are fresh and prices are low. See him before you make your purchases to choose from a wide selection.
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