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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1909
Page
2
Our neighbors in Arizona and New Mexico need not be disappointed or discouraged if Congress fails to pass bills admitting them this session. With only two months left, members have plans to occupy six months, but statehood remains certain before Santa Claus returns.
The county begins to center its population toward the north as new fields develop, marking Cochise as no longer a one sided region. This shift signals broader growth and diversification beyond traditional southern areas.
A biting critique of champagne as a fad in pseudo American society. The piece denounces it as clarified vinegar overcharged at every level from manufacturer to retailer, accusing all parties of exploiting uninformed consumers.
The Arizona Pioneer society convened last night at More Drachtsan’s Tucson home to honor Arizona’s 1863 territory designation on December 29. The group plans to push for a pioneer home in Tucton as part of its agenda.
An article discusses how marriage and motherhood alter women's appearance and health. It cites pelvic drains, weakness, and the impact on vitality, promoting Favorite Prescription as a non-alcoholic remedy endorsed by medical authorities and authored by Dr. Pierce for women’s ailments and pregnancy preparation.
A nostalgic piece describes Christmas and New Year in Tombstone with images of bluebirds roses carnations sunny mesas and bustling autos. It contrasts harsh winter with pleasant scenes and recalls a Methodist hymn about December feeling like May, celebrating the town’s unique holiday atmosphere.
The new year is framed as Arizona's birth year, seen as a source of state pride and a unifying theme for public messaging and celebrations in 2026. Local officials invite residents to embrace the milestone with coordinated events and commemorations.
The piece quips on Castro’s fall and a holiday adjournment promising brief quiet. It besides muses that running away with a sweetheart is a cure for a love affair and wonders why mistletoe finds its way into hair during this festive time amid light, witty reflections.
A sharp take on eastern municipal corruption notes Pittsburg plans to disclose graft details that would make San Francisco’s disclosures seem nearly pure by comparison, framing a stark contrast in city ethics across regions.
A local voice warns that Cochise County will soon be thick with railroads, making nights dangerous as people step outside and risk foot injuries from frogs on crossing and possible harm from trains.
The excerpt recalls promises of “wonderful prosperity” if Taft had counted ballots and been elected. It contrasts such rhetoric with harsher reality outside Tombstone where resources exist yet jobs are scarce, wages fall, bacon costs rise, and living is tougher despite optimistic forecasts.
A romance spanning the country ended in Tucson with Manuel Sarabia, an alleged revolutionist, marrying Mine Elizabeth D. Trowbridge, a wealthy Boston girl. The pair met when she visited Los Angeles and prison life of Sarabia and friends drew her interest. She toured Boston society and Harvard connections were cited as she pursued the match amid ongoing trial in Tombstone.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions CE Ses and Feit Rere with unclear context. No verifiable events, names, or locations present to summarize a coherent news item.
Judge Dean returned from Nogales after hearing two election contest cases. In Chattinan v. Justice of the Peace, recount gave Gilden a one vote lead. In O'Connor v. Noon, a two vote recount difference would keep the incumbent O'Connor, holdover, if a ballot is counted differently. Defense seeks time to submit authority arguing one vote should count. A similar appeal awaits in the justice of the peace case. Benson constable contest Harmah v Trash continued to January. Large number of Benson witnesses and public feeling noted.
Tonight at the Methodist church Rev J A Crouch will lecture on the Grand Canyon of the Colorado Petrified Forest and Cliff Dwellings illustrated by stereoptican views. Proceeds go to church funds admission 25 cents the program includes mixed and male quartettes and begins at 8 o clock.
Governor Kibbey says he drafted an enabling act allowing Arizona statehood subject to presidential approval. If sanctioned, a proclamation would declare statehood immediately. He notes Roosevelt urging and Taft favoring statehood. Also mentions 28th annual Rescue Hose Co dance tomorrow night.
An extra edition reports the Yaqui uprising ended as peace terms were signed with the Mexican government. At Bacatete on December 24 three Yaqui chiefs and 186 followers agreed to surrender with limited arm retention. The Yaquis granted life and liberty pardons, with possible home return depending on conduct.
An incoming passenger details a trip from Hereford to his Huachuca mines while other local movements include Mrs HP McNair’s return to El Paso from Tombstone and County School Kup't JA Rockfe tow heading to Rodeo on mining business. Constable OP Gray of Lowell brings two guests to Hotel de White for 60 days each as the region reacts to Italy’s calamity and reports of 100000 lives lost in a massive disaster from earthquake and fire.
A fire last evening in the Whitwell hospital in the north end of the city completely destroyed the structure. Ten patients were removed to safety. Losses quoted: $60,000 insurance $30,000. Hospital owned by New York parties. built two years ago. Fire believed sparked by a dry root.
Deputy Sheriff Will White escorted three prisoners from Bisbee to county jail for 69 day sentences each. One prisoner nicknamed Frijoles had been reported dead after a train death near Lowell. The deceased was actually musician Denison, addicted to morphine, who died on the train en route to hospital. Frijoles will serve a 60 day sentence.
EW Walker of the T C M Co resigns and plans to move with his family to Detroit Michigan. He has served five years with the company and contributed to the mammoth project. His departure is received with regret by friends and colleagues. He will stay with the firm until February.
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