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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1900
Page
2
A fragmented item lists a cryptic note about finances and terms of rumcreftion with odd figures like 4 and 3.00. The readable parts suggest a monetary obligation and monthly timing, but the context is unclear and the text is garbled.
A garbled notice-like excerpt mentions Wie Enterprise and Enter Prise ikin9 with pressure figures, praises Editor Kelly for Bisbee paper quality, and reports a jail inmate known as “Really de Robber” arrested 205 times by Chicago police, urging action to prove perseverance.
The reports of the departments show expenditures totaling 745,274,801 with pension costs at 145,245,230. The Paris exposition receipts and outlays are outlined at 114,400,000 francs and 116,500,000 francs respectively, with a smaller loss than earlier exhibitions. An article in McClure’s previews Great Bridges in modern construction by Frank W. Skinner, with illustrations by George Varian. The Cooper Novelty Co featured a Schiefelin Hall program with Eusonograph views and a phonograph concert, with another event planned tonight promising a good crowd.
The 1901 Hostetter's Almanac from Hostetter Co. Pittsburgh offers health hints, anecdotes, and general information. It will be printed in English, German, French, Welsh, Norwegian, Swedish, Dutch, Bohemian, and Spanish, with over eight million copies. It can be obtained free at any druggist or general dealer.
A respected citizen has been arrested after twenty years in the case of murder. His defense follows a long effort abroad to elude officers. He built a substantial business and believed himself secure until a warrant was served. The brother of the dead man drives the case and several witnesses remain alive to testify.
A Bisbee paper itemizes local fortunes and misfortunes. Jos Youngblood returns from Tombstone, and a man named Orasco lies gravely wounded from a backstab by countrymen. Notables depart for New York and Chicago and plans for weddings and visits unfold. A civet cat exhibit appears while holiday events draw a crowd, and editorials note President McKinley’s press style contrasting with stateman phrasing.
Minutes from Cochise County Board of Supervisors in Tomstown December 17 1900 record attendance M C Benton chairman Jobs Montgomery Thomas Allaire SC Perrin assessor reports poll taxes collected during 1908 routine work through day. Recess times 12 pm 2 pm 7 pm adjourned to December 18 1900 at 4 15 pm. Chairman M O Burwox James F Dexcan clerk.
The jury found the defendant guilty of murder in the second degree for the Chris Robertson case. Sentencing ranges from ten years to life in the penitentiary, with Judge Davie to pass sentence Friday at 4 pm. The mother of the prisoner is described as gravely ill and stricken by the verdict.
A quirky collection of epigrams on fame, faith, vanity, and kindness. The speaker jokes about pride, a damaged man’s name engraved on ten dollar umbrellas, and the twisted humor of daily prayers. A playful, if imperfect, old quotation rich in paradox.
Fr. Beilders reports that construction of multiple dwellings is stalled due to brick scarcity. Builders could usually source brick from Tucson yards, but recent weak demand has reduced supply and disrupted housing plans.
Jury returned guilty verdict for murder in second degree with sentencing set for Friday December. Various trial notes include divorce outcomes, custodian rulings, and juror excusals. Mentions Manuel Davilla and other defendants with charges ranging from robbery to assault, and ongoing Page case proceedings with district attorney and defense counsel noted. Local notices on jewelry shop ad and Hall's Catarrh Cure ads appear amid court items.
Probate Judge Bradley issues license for Benton and Sutherland marriage in Naen while Stamp preaches in Pearce and Willcox. King of Arizona mine gold discovery bonds to Ira P. Smith. Bowie depot overhaul aids growing trade as Tevis and Brown run hotels. Law partnership forms between Judge Robinson and 0 Gibson. Coopers Novelty Co moves pictures at Schieffelin Hall with after-show club music. Sheltered by local Christmas plans, Stiles and Dewan escorted to Tucson, Owen brothers sent to Yuma. Guilty pleas of Burt and Wobsoblega noted as 5 year terms. Saturday night gunfire prompts arrests and calls to curb concealed weapons.
A festive note speaks of children guiding the season and a serene Christmas memory. Serenaders were honored last night with a praised musical program. A future Alaska commentary recounts a frontier incident from General Frisdrich about a prisoner’s early release en route to Sitka. An entertainment for Christians Carnival at Schiefelin Hall is planned with flowers, readings, and refreshments. The Santa Fe Railway relays the Nogales to Guaytár track upgrading roadbed, embankments, and bridges to the new broken joint design improving concussion resistance.
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