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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1915
Page
5
Catalog of property deals and secured interests mentioning W Gilmore and Loper families, various deeds, mortgages and satisfactions. Items include patents, warranty deeds, chattel mortgages, mining claims, and estate transfers across Bisbee Douglas Naco Warren and surrounding areas, with multiple entities and individuals named.
Local items recount a Minstrel show visit by Wentworth and FM McKay of Fairbank, a murder trial in progress before Justice Alvord, the infant death of George Meyer’s son and funeral, Clarence Coffman’s eye operation and improving condition, births in Tombstone, a marriage in Tombstone, parish divisions advocated by eastern county residents, and political infighting over county officers.
The report discusses Arivomi agricultur al resources and a proposed land realignment involving Pine and Cochise with hopes of compensation for losses in Sulphur Spit and San Simon valleys. It notes ongoing Indian troubles near Pine Burgers and disarmament of hostiles, with uncertainty about final peace after Geronimo’s surrender and later deaths. A separate notice mentions Guy Powell's horse escape and a pursuit toward the Huachuca mountains with Rev Downs.
Territorial Auditor faces standard duties while the Wes Sey funding bill looms. Tonrstoe and nearby areas feel enjoined as governance shifts unfold. A curious boxing wager arises as Zola Fillmore challenges a 142 pound female foe for a premium. Mrs Anna Schoen plans a bout with Fillmore's woman if terms allow. Senator Hearst nears death as would be successors pull wires to seize his seat.
Thursday session debated division of Cochise with a county election for new officers if division passes. Report mentions residents Yonge family leaving for California and others returning from a protracted visit. Prospect of a Swisshelm mine lead and smelting plant spurs boom talk. Propector urges calm to avoid faction fighting. Charley Blair found guilty for not paying tickets. fines and costs assessed.
The fragment describes a milk delivery method in Mesion using a cow milking at the doorstep. It then digresses into speculative commentary about inventions and politics, mentioning Will and the Lexistature, plus several noted travel and birth notices across Arizona and New Mexico towns.
Arizona Republicans and Phoenix leaders push Good Roads Association plans seeking state cooperation. The piece notes appointments in Maricopa County, the recruitment of James A. Arnett as farm adviser, and involvement of the University of Arizona and U.S. Department of Agriculture. It also mentions a missing person case and a statewide slate of new bills including livestock and finance measures.
Constable Lafe Gilson and Judge Ly W. Rader visited Gleeson today while Miss Nora Thiet returned from Bisher after a two week visit with friends. County Treasurer Marty SR returned from Bowie where he investigated the Bowie Bank and Trust Co. closing and bank funds are safe. Sheriff Wheeler will locate jurors drawn to serve at the coming term. Engineer JA Rosok began surveying Tombstone for an electric light system with optimistic estimates and plans to install along Fifth Street Allen Street and through the city.
Four deputies and a constable pursued a group of Mexican men alleged to be followers of Col. Lies Ladco across the border line. The officers routed the attackers and brought the Mexicans into Douglas after a tense confrontation at the Hineard ranch. Sheriff Wheeler rushed to Bisbee and then to the border city to supervise the case and confirm the safety of the officers and prisoners. Peanut Grows is China reports a booming California peanut export industry with substantial harvest and trade prospects.
An old advertisement urges readers to use Dean's Kidney Pills for kidney ailments described as slight fatigue, dribbling urine, or stones. It asserts the remedy cures bad kidneys and promotes overall kidney health.
A brief note indicates Dean's is available at Any Stace in Soca Be Doan'sisnre Foster Milburn Co. props in Buffalo, New York. The fragment references a product or promotion tied to a local business.
List of letters remaining uncalled for and advertised for the week ending January 30 1915 names include Porfirio Rayling Anguine Joseph Vout Rexation Lopes Mrs Jessie RR Miguel Naver Phillips J Murray Pedro Ustado Chas S Ray Wilbur C Hein Francisco L de Ficls Saswor When calling for the above please say advertised a fee of one cent will be collected for each letter delivered.
A collection of aphoristic musings and social observations quotes about marriage, perception, optimism, education, and trust. It asserts that tuberculosis often yields extremes of egoism or suggestibility, explaining credulity toward fake cures and their apparent improvements.
In Tombstone yesterday many officials and citizens met with State Prohibition Organizer Brickman Buckman to discuss a national pledge campaign. He aims to enroll 24 000 Arizonans to back prohibition candidates in the next election and plans talks with local groups before moving to Tucson.
Mrs Sam Johnnot and daughter Mes J B Trope Day return from Douglas after several days away. Ladies of St Paul’s Gantt plan a pension ball at Gaye Hall with tickets printed and on sale. A provocative issue promises a special event Tuesday, while a local editor notes unusual happenings and a police chase over missing items.
Clerk A C Karger and Chief Deputy Sheriff Guy Welch left for Tucson to serve as witnesses in a U S court session this month. Mrs Roger Saunders returned from Bisbee after a family visit. Tommy Sutton, famed rider, visited Tombstone today. Mr and Mrs Frank Alers arrived and will reside in Hye county, Alers daughter of John Koblen. Work on Crystal Theatre progress with excavation finished and fire yards placed on Allen Street. theatre seats arrived yesterday.
Twomey family from Bis We visited the county seat yesterday and today as guests of Mr and Mrs Hotland and daughter Miss Lillie. They returned home this afternoon.
Medical note from Elkhart Indiana cites C Ayers Montpelier Vermont address warning constipation can cause typhoid fever and death if neglected. Mentions Miles Laxative Tablets sold at 23 cents as remedy. urges proper treatment and bowel care to avoid severe illness.
A collection of blunt aphorisms on work and family life with quips about mixers and negotiations. It lampoons men who speak little, old marriages, antique furniture, and the folly of self confidence. The overall tone is ironic and folksy.
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