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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1908
Page
1
A concise summary of metal market prices and quotes from various smelters and exchanges. Copper and silver pricing references include New York quotations, London lead, and El Paso and Douglas smelters. Copper around 13.44 cents per ounce noted with other metals in weekly quotations.
Reports from Prescott detail a renewed feud between Chinatuen tongs amid ethnic tension and migration scrutiny. Authorities suspect Wa Hing of aiding immigration officials by signaling to Chi yen lacking required stay permits, with arson threats and intergroup strife clouding the community.
The article details progress on restoring the Constitution, nicknamed Old Ironsides, noting the ship near readiness for guns and duplicates of those used in the past. It mentions a promotional bottle and a medical claim for stomach bitters, plus a long list of unrelated product notes.
Clas REREDEM George Abustersin of Phoenix Thomas Adaire and wife of Willcox George Meyers of Bishoe WB Mastin and wife of Stockton MA Abrame of Los Angeles JR Montgomery of San Ergneseco arrive at the Arlington Hotel in a brief society notice.
The list shows letters remaining in the general delivery at the post office for the week ending February 35. Names include John artistic Alvine Hewd Harry Clark Hawken W Lemons Grant Yoarg and others. The entry notes a minister will preach and hold a quarterly conference at the Methodist church at 7210 this evening, inviting all to attend.
A Fort Worth dispatch discusses a proposed southern transcontinental route crossing Arizona with support from Ed Mofat and the Denver magnate, backed by interests in the Guild and Youkuty. The plan expects funds near $1,000 and mentions pipes and a cigar store as local details.
Reports from Phoenix and surrounding areas describe noble block developments and Noble’s uncertain future in South Africa amid rent scandals. A blizzard and near-drowning incident accompany road travel notes from Phoenix Prescott routes. Sheriff Haydon’s marriage in Los Angeles and a Stanford meeting mark local social items as the Southern Pacific plans monthly cash payments per Tucson papers.
The schedule lists Congregational and Methodist services with times and speaker notes, plus Catholic Masses, Sunday school, prayer meetings, and planned lectures by Mrs. Ida Wallace Varich at the Tombstone Methodist church on February 27 and 28.
Imperial Valley residents urge California Development Co to end all flow into the Salton Sea. Towns rely on canal water for light and power. darkness and failed industry grip five cities. Officials say three months needed to replace the water with a steam power plant while mass candlelight meetings unfold.
A fragment claims a New Hampshire remedy known as King New Discovery cures coughs colds bronchial troubles and lung diseases. It asserts perfect health for soldiers in the Philippines and a guarantee price of 50c and 81.00, with a rural route address for Willie T Morgan in Concord.
Frank J Cheney sworn as senior partner of F T Cheney & Co in Toledo Ohio commits to pay a hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Testimony dated December 6 188? before notary A W Greaves. Cures claimed to act on blood and mucous surfaces with testimonials offered free.
Ulrich Reider of Dos Cabezan visits the brick business while Sheriff White returns from Hisbee with a prisoner for the county. Eight prisoners are listed at Motel de White. D J NeLaurin leaves for Tucson on family matters. A 16 year old from San Luis Obispo is missing since January. Cochiew Club books Rudolph Orchestra for a ball on the 28th, Red Men masquerade tonight promises costumes and prizes. Hua chaca Iwad to provide music. Lane Lt Smith No2 Westing Typewriter rebuilt for sale by Joe Miller.
A recalled 24 year old event describes a mob gathering at the Tombstone courthouse after Washingtons Birthday to hang Jack Heath, one of the Bietee murderers. Heath was about to be sentenced when hundreds unlocked the jail door and carried him to a telegraph pole where he hanged himself, then his body was left awaiting further action. The report notes prior and subsequent executions of his companions and claims the murders in Cochise County ended for a long period.
Detroit man J. H. Sells testifies that Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets restored his appetite, eased bloating, and produced a pleasant, satisfactory bowel movement. Advertises price 25 cents at local druggists in Atlanta.
An American tourist party visited a Mexican jail to aid Vivian Keess who is serving a fourteen month term for burglary. An Arizona ranger reported to the Juarez consul that she comes from a respectable Arizona family. she remains imprisoned after regular trial.
An Albuquerque dispatch reports Charles Warren born in Sweden died recently at Blane mining camp after a long residence in the territory. He traveled from Bland to Albuquerque for supplies, with age and pneumonia contributing to his death. Also noted are a Hed Men masquerade dance at Gage Hall tonight, county offices and bank closing, and travel to Bisbee for a golden wedding in Tombstone with a family reunion planned.
Acting Governor Nicholeshan issued a proclamation designating Friday April 3 as Arbor Day for the northern half of Arizona. Northern counties named include Yavapai Mohave Coconino Apache Navaho and other regions urged to plant trees and shrubs.
An old Meridian man dies naturally after a whisky drink, sparking a poisoning rumor. The story notes no foul play and cites an investigation confirming natural causes. The piece also advertises Hall’s Catarrh Cure with a $100 guarantee for catarrh related deafness cases.
Reports from the time note Harriman winning a central fight, Manchuria driven by China advised actions against Japanese forces, and a Russian court martial condemning General Sel with potential commutation to ten years. Dodge dies in Washington at sixty six. A nine hour law for telegraphers could close many railroad stations. Grain dealer J B Cressey & Co faces liabilities of 120000. Baron Takahira welcomed at the White House. Russia’s budget tops 1.0739 billion. Admiral Evans' illness is repeatedly updated via wireless.
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