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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1910
Page
2
Editorials mock current talk of comet mania and market cram, blame rising meat prices on cattle not replenishing supply, cite a Commerce and Labor report, and joke that a Harvard professor foresees women stronger than men. It predicts future husbands may face rough treatment before noon.
Arizona voices irritation at Senator Smoot of Utah for proposing to seize a section of Arizona territory to advertise Utah. The statement rejects any perception of personal motive and warns against encroachment on Arizona land for promotional aims.
The Albuquerque Citizen criticizes Republicans on statehood, arguing the current stand out faction is as novel in scandal as the worst in past administrations, citing histories of party politics and governance.
Fragmentary report notes Cotton growing added to Arizona industries amid strong enterprise. It mentions Aldrich Hale and Beveridge representing smaller constituencies than Judge Harrington's judicial precinct and hints at their attempt to influence how a proposed new State of Arizona should be governed.
A humorous anecdote from Graham County lawyers sparring in court ends with a judge urging the bar to subdue rhetoric. The exchange, loaded with wit, leads to a rapid shift toward trial as both men concede. The tale references Tombstone and Cochise County in a reflective, moral frame.
A Canton clash between the Chinese government and the Good Government league ended in a league victory. The report, via Phoenix, cites Son Hi Wab known as Yen, a San Francisco Chinese leader, stating that most Chinese in America support the league and that a large portion of Phoenix Chinese are members.
P J Sullivan of the Stag cafe in Yuma received a letter and a French invitation from the Count and Countess Henri de Meherene de St. Pierre for the marriage of their sister Medemoinelle Genevieve de Meherene de St. Pierre to Mr. Joseph Potiron de Boisfleury on January 12 1910 at Chateau de Beaumanoir. Sullivan regrets he cannot attend. The Countess is remembered for visiting Yuma two years earlier and Sullivan aided her in official capacity as deputy customs collector.
The board of control rejected all five submitted plans for a Prescott Arizona Pioneer Home and will reopen bidding on March 3. Major A J Doran, named superintendent, says no plan fits the $25 000 appropriation, and a suitable building cannot be constructed under the existing proposals.
Compilation of the transcript shows January 31 totals compiled by the territorial auditor. The overall figure reaches 13 440 000 99 dollars, up 284 142 20 from the prior statements submitted a few weeks earlier.
A dollar banquet part of the Layman's Missionary convention in Phoenix March 4 5 and 6 features world wide orators from the National Laymen's Missionary Movement and many noted Arizona speakers drawing interest for men attending the religious gathering.
A satirical rant notes a married man who boasts of his spouse and a wife who complains about life with children. The piece mocks both sexes as foolish, suggesting unwise remarriages and neglect of family, and ends with a local Trombone-style aside about Tombstone.
From Wednesday's Daily, Attorney F B Dorr visited the county seat from Biskes son legal business. Attorney J F Ross travels from Douglas preparing for the grand aviation meet. Mrs Mary P Barrow returned from St David. District Attorney Williams returned from Paradise on official matters. A H Emanuel arrived from Globe to handle business before returning to the copper camp. A total of 410 are confined in the territorial asylum at Phoenix. The Tom Reed mine in Mohave county nears operation with 185 tons daily capacity.
The article argues that if Indians continue to prosper, the government may stop treating them as wards. It notes a population over 300000, about 40000 more than the last census, and that taxed Indians in 1900 nearly doubled from 1890. It jokes that playing Indian could become farming management rather than scalping settlers.
In Tombstone crowds at The Revenue watched as Wolgast defeated Nelson in the fortieth round. A special wire from J. L. Miller delivered bulletins to anxious attendees. The bout ended early at forty rounds, with Wolgast declared lightweight champion as money changed hands over the result.
Mayor Arthur Honey of Fairbank, manager of Fairbank Commercial and Hop Week companies, says 1906 yields in the San Pedro Valley exceeded 1905 by more than threefold, with vegetables, grain, and hay. He is reported visiting Bisbee to conduct local trades.
On Washington's Birthday February 22 1884 Heath was hanged from a telegraph pole after removal from the county jail. Tombstone lore recalls a hanging bee and the necktie party, with postcard souvenirs still sought by collectors.
Phelps, Dodge & Co reports January copper production above 12 000 000 pounds at a rate of 144 090 000 pounds yearly. Detroit company supplied 2 000 000 pounds and Copper Queen contributed half of the remaining 10 000 000 pounds. Total for the month mirrors January output of the prior year and annual production by Phelps, Dodge & Co. interests nears 170 000 000 pounds.
Local incorporated companies are inventorying their assets under a new law that imposes a tax of 1 percent on excess over 5000 annually. Many corporations oppose enforcement not for the tax itself but for public disclosure of business affairs. No federal inspectors oversee this area, inviting potential false reports by some firms.
Dovatas reports Charles K. Hamilton arrives, with all details complete for next weekend's aviation exhibitions in Douglas. Public interest is high, railroads seek crowd estimates to add trains, and officials welcome updates from nearby cities to gauge potential attendance and coach needs.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a dangerous situation at Shamberlain’s Cove connected to a child and a hazardous health warning. Readable names or exact actions are missing, leaving unclear who acted or what occurred and when. The fragment references danger, a bowels case, and secrecy phrases without concrete details.
In a brief session today Earl Davis faced not guilty pleas on falsifying First National Bank Douglas records. Davis posted a bond of 000 with attorney D L Cunningham. LC Hanks, indicted similarly, posted 5000 bond. Leonard Melgreen's divorce from Lily Melgreen was granted. Copper Queen case amended to add two defendants, Joseph McCabe administrator of Bisbee property. Tony Huffman vs A Buehberg cites trial rights with hearing set for April 21.
Bertha Ward sued Mary M Owens to recover a 2000 policy from Ancient Order of United Workmen. Judge Campbell ruled in Wards' favor noting a husband cannot transfer a policy made for his wife without her consent. Owens not related to the Wards and not a resident of this territory.
Survey crews under Engineer Barlow push ahead on the Globe-Durango line from Winkleman toward Benson. The main San Pedro river crossing bottleneck slows progress, with decision pending on the exact bridge site near Benson. Completion and exact location are targeted for early March.
A Washington dispatch reports A T Rickel of Flagstaff Arizona has filed a complaint with the Interstate Commerce Commission against the A T and S F Railroad Co over the refund of the unused mileage book portion after he mislaid the coupons for nearly two years The railroad refused to refund or allow use claiming the book must be exhausted within 18 months and Rickel contends the rule is unreasonable and discriminatory
Robert Bixby from Boise Idaho is described as a visitor to Tombetone and is identified as a brother of Mrs Georgia Bixby a well known local young woman.
Tombstone marks Washington's Birthday with a festive day noting pleasant weather. The city observes the holiday with a Woodmen masquerade ball and various notices, while contrasting conditions elsewhere and reflecting on national history.
On March 6 the old settlers of the Moes valley will commemorate the 320d anniversary of their coming into the Moes valley with a picnic and other festivities to be held at Lehi.
Disappointment reigns in local theatre circles as Schieffelin management delays booking a March date with Sis Hopkins. Reed and Arbuckle return March 2 and 3 with their big show Uness Josh Perkins and company, while Salford Dodge performs at Mesa for four nights.
A Washington dispatch from February 2 reports Hon Mark Smith warning that changes to the Beveridge statehood bill could jeopardize the house version. Morrison of Prescott and Delegate Cameron supported the educational provision while Marz Smith warned amendments risk the pareage. Democratic senators show no evident opposition to Beveridge.
In Tucson, Agent Aspass of the interior department oversees 4000 Papago Indians exercising allotment rights. They take 180 acres of grazing or 80 acres of agricultural land each in a region 0 miles southwest of Tucson. Most are educated.
Public notice from owners in Turquoise mining district Ochee county Arizona names Humphrey of Douglas and a list of claims including Geronimo Lite de Jap Little Hope Homestake and Headlight. They state they will not be responsible for labor or supplies furnished or contracted during the bond term to W C Humphrey or assigns dated June 10 1909.
A patriotic verse extols George Washington as first in war and peace and praises his grand name name and glory. The piece vows grateful homage to Washington, noting the enduring fame sung by every tribe and tongue.
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