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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1890
Page
2
The Tombstone Epitaph comments on local taxes, board of supervisors actions, and county finances. It notes debt payments, bond negotiations, and urges residents to pressure officials to cut wasteful spending. The piece also references neighboring papers and a Tucson appointment as U S Marshal, reflecting territorial politics.
Mr Hanween receives the appointment as postmaster in Tombstone reflecting his pioneer status in the camp. The decision gratifies personal friends and is well received by the public, with postal interests noted as a key factor.
Dispatches describe intimidation of Black voters in Jackson Mississippi as Democrats allegedly force voting in a single ward and warn by armed whites that the Southern climate is deadly for Black voters who attempt to vote. The vote is said to be small but the majority large.
A reader argues Cochise county communications should appear in local publications to reach all residents. The piece critiques sending letters to outside papers and urges home papers with wider county circulation. It notes General Crook’s remarks on Chiricahua Apache and questions federal plans for the Indians.
The board faces scrutiny as the grand jury warns against voiding laws, urging obedience to legislative acts. The meeting adjourns to the 10th, while Judge Sloan shows strong fitness for his position amid endorsements.
The grand jury report drew varied reactions as citizens reflected on past juries and hoped for reform. Observers said fearless, fair panels could improve finances and public trust, while skepticism remained about future outcomes.
Congressional debates discuss admitting Ari 2 asa into statehood amid calls to replace the current inefficient executive with a better system. Advocates argue Arizona can sustain a unified government and would be cheaper than the present dual structure. Stored at risk of misreading due to OCR.
The article humorously notes that both Boards of Prison Commissioners meet and grant salaries while failing to yield to each other, risking taxpayer-funded expenses. It argues any solution is justified to stop the costly stalemate and warns Republicans and Democrats alike may bear future burdens.
Jan 6 ISO board session presents present officers Coffin White Montgomery. Willis report on small pensions filed. Bids acted: Joe Taylor bid for removing ore to river canal accepted. Wages for prison visits discussed. Cramings bid for care per day accepted. L Cummings bid accepted after debate. White abstained.
Proceedings recap from Cochise County Board meetings in January 1890 with bids for indigent sick care, jail staffing, and road overseers. Includes acceptance of Dr Goodfellow per lowest bid, warrants issued for jurors and services, and dissolution notice for Riter & Hook law firm. Minutes record adjournments and staff allocations for 1890.
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