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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1900
Page
2
A fragment notes veterans recalling Bull Run must adjust their memories to the South African War. It references 1 cent and Baller run, with brief, unclear context about present events. Names, dates, or precise details are missing, leaving a vague historical reflection.
The report notes that more than 7,000 exhibitors are expected at the Paris exposition with the United States in the leading rank. It emphasizes the strong display of American protection and distinct representation of quality.
The illustrated edition on our table is a valuable gem with descriptive material on El Paso society and surroundings. Such editions reflect creditable production by the Record makers and would make El Paso proud.
British forces hold at Tugela River showing caution in troop movements as commanders assess options after stiff resistance. Analysts note no crossing planned and focus shifts to securing supply routes and fortifications amid ongoing patrols and aerial reconnaissance.
Fragmentary text hints at a lawsuit seeking two million nine dollars. Phrases show disbelief and a hopeful tone while hinting at potential personal risk or hardship for readers. The source lacks clear names, dates, or locations to specify.
A fragment urges Americans planning to visit the Paris Exposition to obtain necessary travel documents and consider return tickets because money matters in Paris can be tricky and walking between sights may be tiring and damp.
An exchange notes the Boers deploying disappearing mounting siege guns now in action, masking their positions as the war intensifies and observers warn the conflict has escalated beyond prior expectations.
Copper stocks remain low as the Amalgamated Copper Company tightens supply. It organizes a corporation with a $5,000,000 capital to handle its copper billets and market them to benefit producers. As producers reach marketable form, billets are turned over to the new entity.
Payday passes quietly as Hunts Stock Company wraps a week’s shows at the Opera House for an Episcopal Bazaar starting Monday. A Chicago party with cattle interests in Sonora arrives, while Norton House hosts travelers including Dilogey Wilson pushing a star hood bill and Arizona’s case for statehood.
In Tucson Mr John Casey and his brother Dan discuss Casey family mining ventures in the Dos Cabezas district. They describe ore bodies at 250 to 300 feet, new water, a steam hoist, and a mill planned near the Casey dump. Mines include Climax yielding gold silver and lead, Cottenwood, and copper groups with expanding development and new roads.
The year 1900 will feature three eclipses two solar and one lunar with details about timing and visibility across parts of the United States. A separate report notes Mrs FN Wolcott hosting a Shakespeare Club event with members and guests enjoying card games, prizes, and refreshments.
Governor Murphy reports Arizona’s stock raising dominates the four main industries, with a years long asset base of 5 865 957.38 on the assessment roll and a booming breeding program. Official cattle and sheep counts understate true totals, as larger ranches expand profitability through improved livestock and large breeding operations in the south.
A Tucson Star excerpt discusses copper as a potential buy for prospective buyers. It notes that Arizona millionaires profited from copper when prices ranged between 10 and 11 cents a pound, while market scarcity pushed prices to 16 to 18 cents. Analysts warn of possible declines but expect future supply to rise, potentially lifting prices and creating new fortunes. The piece also mentions fiscal figures for the Uaives dtater l and Tucson and Prescott offices for the fiscal year ending June 20, 1909, including various homestead entries and proofs.
The Arizona Graphic features Tombstone coverage with a descriptive write up by Paul Mull. It recalls past glories and present prospects, including court house imagery and a photo montage of the city’s landmarks. The piece links historical anecdotes to future hopes for Tombstone.
Jules Jos Bailly prepares for a professional business trip while Chas Getens recovers from a cold. Deputy Sid Mullen returns from San Pedro. Mexican weavers adopt wool and cotton for home use. Lawyer Frank Hey observes on a case near Keene and Biron. Rev Ellett of the Episcopal church arrives, staying through Sunday for services. Valentine Day customs plus land sale notices and court actions loom. W O Abbott visits San Francisco. Mrs Abbott improving after two months away. Prescott pioneer John A Roth dies in Sacramento at 81. Weather in Tombstone mild. California orange growers invest in roofs at $300 per acre. Governor Murphy pardons Robert Hatfield for embezzlement. Board of Supervisors meets on Dos Cabezas road matters. Border officials vow to curb smugglers. Leap Year dance planned at Mining Exchange hall.
The Citizen reports J A Beavis visiting town amid big water scheme plans and rapid changes in his appearance while Goleta media contemplates a 100 percent price rise for newspapers. The piece notes shifts in Sunday editions and broader losses to the public as subscription costs climb.
A furious moment at a printing office ends with a subscriber storming in and demanding immediate cancellation after learning her name was dropped from the county list. She rails at class bias, insisting poor families deserve fair treatment and warning of wider disruption if the paper remains open to all.
A Pikeville paper recalls a man who placed on his late wife’s tombstone the line The light of my life has gone out Then, after remarriage, he added a second line But I have struck another match The tale reflects a jarring, ironic epitaph controversy.
Tim Griffin and Bill McParland led Tombstoners arriving from Phos siz Wednesday and staying overnight en route to Nogales where Mr Griffin will open a lively stable. They travel with a coven head of fine horses a $1 200 hack and Tim has a new wife though the details are trivial in the report.
A fragmented notice recalls rope walking near Niagara Falls and cautions by authorities. It touts Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a long‑standing remedy for common ailments, claiming fifty years of cures and urging readers to obtain the product with a private revenue stamp. It notes a Colorado-Cres too Mining Co. reassignment of an assay post by E H Webster ums after Powell-Oasia resignation.
Frank J Cheyney testifies as senior partner of J Cheyney Co Toledo that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for each uncurable case of catarrh. Notary notes sworn statements and testimonials, plus a call for mine owners to list properties for prospecting and sale.
A fragment notes a person named Bravin and a wife identified as Bravis Tomb-tone Feb 13.10. The readable bits suggest a personal notice or obituary fragment with limited context and names.
A reward of 8100 is offered by Evers P. A. Lancev of Fairbank Arizona for information leading to the arrest and conviction of any person or persons who entered the Conyer ranch around July or August 1468 and stole a new harness. A second theft around July 16 this year saw provisions and bedding stolen.
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