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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1909
Page
4
In Cochise county, Charles T. Connell and Franky Mescal preserve pioneer history with a valuable collection of literature, statistics, and pictures. Their works span the territory’s early days, offering material for future generations as the pioneer ranks thin.
An article notes Abraham Lincoln's birth centennial stirring vast literary output across nations. It describes Lincoln as a living force influencing free institutions and world affairs, valued for a rare breadth of qualities beyond his era.
The figure advised that true liberty benefits not only fellow Americans but all races seeking freedom. His guidance stressed universal rights and the shared duty to defend democratic values worldwide.
Dr Munk of Los Angeles seeks the largest collection of literature on Arizona's pioneer day. Not limited to history, any material reflecting pioneer conditions is welcome. Story tellers authors of reminiscences and literary figures across the territory are invited to cooperate in this laudable project.
A fragmented political tract mocks party favoritism as factions vie for position. It imagines a spread of distribution across Arizona and Sonora, with jealousy over share and post offices, agencies, and influence affecting the next four years. The piece uses satirical tone to warn of internal strife.
The Oregon legislature, though predominantly Republican, elected a Democratic senator, reflecting a surprising cross party choice and signaling public support for a bipartisan path in state politics.
A Washington dispatch reports the president reappointed Leonard D. Redfield as postmaster at Benson Arizona upon the recommendation of Horal A. Smith and others, continuing his service in the role.
In district court filings, Suit Nos. 5501 and 4817 concern judgments involving Little Jessie Gold Mining Company and Dr J Mettler. Suits 5568 and 5547 cover divorces for Clara Knight and Mattie Mett, vs Abel Knight and Frank Mett. Suit 5567 concerns Wm Cowan et al. vs Thoman King for Last Chance mine possession. Estate matters include FJ Clark admin hearing set for February 23, bond reduction for C S Stevens to 6000, Ernest Carleton executor final discharge and distribution decree.
The Local Option bill appears set for approval with a 13 to 1 vote, while cattle thefts surge across the county. Authorities report stolen cattle driven across the line and twelve calves seized by Cattle Inspector Porter McDonald, with investigations to proceed Saturday to reveal the cross border trafficking. Suspected rustlers are linked to Mexican bands, and a search for stolen horses continues as American officers cooperate with local authorities.
Deeds filed including Pan Bridwell to Pablo Seto and Mariana Sato at Willecox. Latta to Nore Latta Douglas. S Corser to Jennie Doncan Bisbee. Mayor Taylor to Jennie Danes Bisbee. International Land and Improvement to T Martin Lone Star addition Cougee. Vaughan to City of Bisbee. Stoger to W R Henry. mining deed Lowden to Chow Recanzone Tombstone district. Minstrel Benefit tickets for The Schieffelin on Monday February 5.
The article notes Master Jobo Kohlan recovering from a fall from a burro with a badly broken left arm. He is improving and the injury is gradually healing as the Good association forwards plans. Local officials set a meeting with Mexican consul Enrique Caranche in Yuma to discuss a concession to build a road and form right of way toward the Gulf of California.
A correspondent in Washington reports a split among 0 ed measures for statehood. Senators Beveridge Aldrich Wetmore hold opposing views, while four congressmen indicate opposition. overall support in the lower house appears mixed with strong backing for admitting new states such as Arizona and New Mexico before adjournment.
Arizona lawmakers proposed measures in a tense house session led by debates over final passage on voting reforms. The committee on elections gained extra time to decide, with party lines showing Democrats solid in support for deferment while two advisers sit on the committee. Other measures include deputies in counties, deputy sheriff pay, ranger deputy appointments, and a county seat change bill. Breen’s naval service memorial was read and referred.
The council on Saturday advanced measures as ONeill seeks a statement from Secretary Hage on fees earned over the past five months ending January 31, 2009. The document aims to aid support for an insurance reform bill while signaling annual fees may exceed 400. Hearings are slated for February on fare increases and a railroad commission with Hunt's three cent fare. Major insurers oppose a Goodrich bill mandating one percent reserve deposits of premiums to be secured with the territorial commissioner.
The council introduced two unanimous resolutions calling Congress to grant a right of way for a scenic rim railroad route near the Grand Canyon through Delegate Smith, and to compel Indians to move from the Coconino forest reserve near the Little Colorado River into the Navajo Nation. Several bills and surrogates were listed, including salaries for constables and a county road superintendent, with various amendments and funding provisions. A petition with 54 signatures from Globe district supporters was also received.
The assembly considers a Monwood bill to continue and finance the Arizona University farm experiment with 13100 allocated for date culture at Tempe and Yuma, dry farming, printing bulletins, and farm tutors. Other measures impose true copy endorsements on insurer applications, and two Sutter bills on bank reserves and false bank reporting, with near passage halted. News also notes injuries to Harry Jones in a copper mining shaft accident and John McCoy's death, plus a Douglas petition against reduced passenger tariffs. An ad notes Cas Car eys Candy Cathartic.
Conneil LiL N sponsored by Mr Morgan aims to protect train men and full train crews and limits trains to 35 cars. Hampton's bill introduces ranger deputies and mirrors Roberts in the house bill. Weedin filed bill No 38 to grant witnesses in criminal cases the same fees as jurors.
New York metal market notes show current quotations for bar silver, copper, lead, and zinc with interim prices from El Paso and St Louis. The report cites London and New York pricing references and lists various forms including copper wire bars and cathode copper along with silver and lead figures.
A rushed transcript lists multiple proposed measures and sponsors. Bills cover penalties for misusing livery tables, advertising constraints on county boards, dentist licensure without in state exams, tax exemption repeal, forged check liability, bank reserve requirements, admission to practice law, and gambling device restrictions, with various sponsors named.
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