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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1908
Page
2
A jumble of anecdotes and witty asides on women, love, manners, and society. The piece cites varied topics from Arizona copper markets and Admiral Evans to Roosevelt and Japan, ending with a note on telephotography between Paris Berlin and London. It blends humor with brief mentions of current events and technology.
A Japanese professor at Yals has eloped with and married an American girl. The incident marks a notable personal scandal as the PhD holder proves a pattern of philandering.
A fragmented ad-like passage extols a medical remedy claiming to heal chronic ailments. It asserts glycerine is safe and useful for stomach and lung issues, and promotes a proprietary glyceric extract from native roots as a reliable treatment, citing medical authority and a featured price.
A Washington dispatch reports the House Committee on Territories favorably on bills for court houses in Apache, Yuma and Gila counties. The Gila county project is ready for action. A favorable report was also issued on the Phoenix landing bill. Delegate Marcus A. Senths introduced the measures.
Attorney General Clark states the Florene land title for the new penitentiary is perfectly clear and will be accepted by the territory, enabling work on buildings to start once the contract is awarded. Striking miners at Fairbank, Alaska, threaten as troops may be sent. John Heyes Hammond denies resignation rumors from Guggenheim interests. his term extends to March 1. Thomas Longboat wins the mile relay at Boston in 50 52.95.
The Phoenix Democrat reports Native Arizonans perform on stage at the Dorris leet, with Pierce reflecting that being an Arizonan cowboy suits him more than acting. The piece highlights Shere M Rath White’s long life in theatre and the broader Arizona production, noting New York success for one performer and wild mood of regional acting.
Report on arms restriction in Sonora and neighboring regions. Mining men, hustlers, and excursionists may be affected as a blanket prohibition remains in effect for nearly a year. Mexican Consul and official documents outline enforcement and limited exemptions for those needing interior travel. News notes also mention China’s army plans and other local items.
A Washington dispatch outlines a committee meeting about census timing and funding. It notes the forester department chief and others discussing representations before Congress and a delay affecting the passage of appropriations for census work. The call for secrecy and pageant details are mentioned as the session evolves.
Supt Ges describes the Copper Rule Mining at Lem as busy with about thirty five miners employed and potential for a larger crew soon. He notes an average daily ore output increase at the Chilton amplifiers and mentions a legal matter involving excessive drinking and a California judge.
The page mixes community notices and social events with crimes and court news. It mentions a church fund raising for Baconte, a masquerade dance, and an exercise program, plus a cattle district protection request. Also reported are a stock company name change, arrests for shoplifting, and civic visits by merchants and a postmaster amid grand jury activity.
Mr and Mrs Charles L Wright of Webb City Missouri visit the properties of the Shona Mining and Milling Co operating with Patagonia Santa Cruz county and South Pass near the city. They tour mineral prospects held by manager J OTE PANT and discuss future plans with Mr Menoreon, director in the company. The party expresses favorable views of Arizona especially Crahiee county and anticipate a bright future for the territory. They may undertake yearly excursions here during favorable seasons.
In a twoventuron editorial, Men T Bird of Nogatea hints at Japan preparing for war with the United States for control of the Pacific. Bird confesses in stage whisper that he has spent time surveying the country south of Nogales in Sonora.
A garbled notice mentions Indol P hited a screen door and a chain of odd events involving people from Yuma, Santa Fe, and Bieber. It notes Perley Lewin, train visits, Aria Stock Co, and a public masquerade dance at Gage Hall with El Hue choreographers and Shriners attendees.
Reported ambush by Yaqui Indians on Mexican workers near Torres on the Sonora railroad. Inhabitants fled in fear as attackers fired on a handcar and a nearby loader, with Colorado volunteers aiding to guard Torres.
To Whong of May Concern the Leadville Mining Company lists lode claims in Cochise county Arizona including Leadville Gray over Bay Western Belle King and others. The company states it will not be responsible for any work debts contracts or obligations by Gleeson and Gray or their designs, dated July 2 1907 with first publication July 25 1907.
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