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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1882
Page
2
The Daily Epitaph notes Tombstone faces a knotty sewerage problem as ravines drain into a main wash that also feeds wells. A proposed conduit below the wells would divert sewage away, keeping the water supply safe while flushing via a south arroyo pipe. A decisive solution will require will and method.
A Russian minister in Paris denounces Germany as a barrier to Russia's aim to lead the Slavic world. His remarks, made to Servian students, alarm continental powers and prompt talk of a mild German note. Amid turmoil, Alexander's fate and Nihilist threats loom large as Europe watches.
Special correspondence from Compas So nora reports Apaches capture Nacari ninety miles east of Compas and three hundred miles south of Tombstone. Town’s poor residents face likely massacre as couriers rode ninety miles to warn and troops require days to mobilize. Debate continues over Arizona affairs and General Carr.
A circulated petition urged the secretary of war to establish a military post at Cloverdale springs in the Animas valley New Mexico about ten miles northeast of the Sonora Chihuahua junction. The proposed post would be on the Indians raid route between Mexico and the United States, a desirable movement for rapid development.
At last evening's city council meeting City Surveyor Kelleher urged prudent engineering for a more economical sewerage plan. His advice, if adopted, could substantially reduce the city's sewer costs while ensuring security and prosperity through improved infrastructure.
A special report from Guaymas says Captain Stonington of the steamer Newbern found an emaciated crew of a British bark in an open boat off Las Ledras. The crew included the captain a wife two children and two seamen. One child and a seaman died after boarding. The woman gave birth to a healthy child as the party recovered.
Guaymas and Tucson reports from February 18 to 31 recount mining growth at Pinos Altos and Minas Prietas, a treasure convoy with thirty armed Muzos valued at 80 000 dollars, the Newbern bringing fifteen Chinese workers, and rail and station progress near Carbo and Magdalena. A shipwrecked steward, robberies, a birth at sea, and varied political dispatches from Washington accompany updates on railroad construction and naval appropriations.
Reports detail Senate action on pension for former presidents and a possible New York nomination to the Supreme Court. The House considers election disputes and polygamy implications for Utah. Mississippi flood relief measures surface as towns face starvation, with governors urging swift aid amid widespread damage and a notable fire incident.
Reports from February describe rising destitution in the South with Congressman Dunn proposing federal aid. In Mormon territory anti polygamy actions gain momentum as leaders press Congress, while local incidents include a fire at Seaboard Oil and a drowning tragedy in an overflowed district. Local arrivals in Tucson and Tombstone detail ongoing mining activity and upcoming court sessions.
A February 2 ball by Solomon Lodge F and A M in Tombstone drew many society figures. The event showcased elegant decor, fine music, and a supper by Maison Doree. Attendees included numerous local couples and guests from Huachuca and Tacoon, with praise for management and decor.
The February 23 1882 Townstown board meeting records bills approved and warrants issued for multiple accounts and personnel. It also authorizes a legal defense for Cochise County in a Southern Pacific tax suit and retains Lewis Berry as counsel. The next day the Common Council discusses Fourth Street repairs, jail and fire department issues, city printing contracts, signage for the city clerk, a bid process for culverts, and staffing requests.
Local splinters report public school exams in progress, 500 cases in Cochise district court, and Huachuca Water Company pipe work toward Charleston. Mines dividend, Irish Land League reception, mail service, and mixed town notices fill this frontier page with brief items.
The ordinance is amended to reskage licenses from fifteen to ten dollars each. A committee of Nash, Atchison and Dean is appointed to regulate licenses. After a long sewerage discussion another committee of Atchison, Carr and Nash is named to confer with the city engineer on that matter. Adjourned.
Sevial correspondence reports renegade Apache activity in the county. Capt Simmons departs for your city with updates after Na com was attacked last Wednesday by Indians in force. Couriers were sent to the prefecture. inhabitants defend from houses and barricades amid unknown death toll.
Mr. Rogers prepares to start a Prescott business after purchasing a fine wagon. The Bradshaw mail was delayed by heavy snow, with two feet fallen at Bradshaw and Hassayampa divide. Visitors include Mr. Thomas Bullock of London, who plans to invest in Yavapai mines upon return. The Consolidated Covenant Mining Company incorporates in Arizona with $115000 capital and Maricopa county mines. The Supreme Court affirms Territory of Arizona versus Alfredo Brown for murder, with possible commutation to life imprisonment. Nevada’s railroad monopoly and Virginia City’s downturn are noted, highlighting regional decline.
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