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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1900
Page
2
Fragmentary Arizona newspaper note mentions public interest items including the national debt figure, praise for The Enterprise of Phoenix, and a call to accept a library gift from a generous donor. References to The Gazette and potential exhibits at the Paris Exposition appear among miscellaneous notes.
The piece notes New Mexico’s rising attention from other states amid investment interest in the territory. It mentions a proposed electric railroad at a cost of 15,090,008 dollars planned to span 409 miles and connect several states, reflecting national progress and press in the Industrial Record.
Prospecting and active mining across Arizona expand as gold and copper claims multiply. The rapid mining boom signals permanence and strengthens arguments for statehood and regional development.
The edition extols agricultural opportunities in the region, praising mine tog estale and kirdrel industries and urging Eastern husbandman and capitalist participation. It emphasizes readable, well illustrated typography to attract attention to the county's resources and potential development.
In Arizona, copper developments dominate political and economic talks as Standard Oil affiliates and local factions push for mining expansion. Projections show large investments and control over mineral properties, with significant funds allocated toward exploration and development across the territory, signaling a shift in regional power dynamics.
A San Diego showman H D Marsa leads three on the Orb company as the Opers House hosts a week’s run starting Monday. The St John Guild fair and entertainment planned for February 12 in Tombstone promises an elaborate program. local progress reports note a grand residence at Brophy Canyon nearing completion.
Bisbee reports the Bank of Bisbee planning to open doors around February 13 with temporary quarters in the Anguls building. Construction at the mine proceeds vigorously including a wall to channel water away from damp areas.
Weduralay's Daily GH Mosher reports no arrival today. Mrs P B Waroekros and daughter A Johnson return from Bishee. Fontana of Gusymas Mexico visits Tombstone to explore Paria mine in Sonora. A Denver copper prospect company is represented by Robert B Dalton of Colorado. Otto Soore of Willcox Motel sold his hotel and pursues copper claims southeast of Willcox in the Chirrebus mountains. Arizona Silver Belt progress noted with high hopes for 1900 trends and mining development.
Clark returns from Phoesis where he attended the Supreme Court. Herman Durand and Gaetjens work promising promissory fines in Tarquois. A new fifty ton concentrator by Patagonia company at Harchaw Arizona starts up. Roy Eliott plans Tombstone visit to tomorrow. White brothers of La Grange Texas praised Arizona and may stay. Globe money orders show a remarkable total for a city of 5009. Postmaster Kelvie r’s books show 38 339.57 in quarter ending January 1 1900. Railroad plans to Port Isabel and to mining areas north of the city Shere Seat. Waite heads to Phoenix with Chinaman arrangements. Armeny of New York with turquoise mines shows copper interests in Dragoons and Turquoise county with planned development. Bonding of copper properties in the same range contemplated.
Odd historic notice shows Sheriff of Nevere County issuing another invitation to witness the hanging of Smiley, with Gov Murphy rebuke and a 30 day respite. The piece cites revised statutes of Ari rum and quotes a formal invitation to attend the execution on January 8, 1909 at 2 oclock p.m. including calls for proper conduct. Royal and foreign references intermingle with local legal notices and mule contract talk.
The county recorder's office shows sharp growth in recording fees over the past year, doubling prior totals and boosting treasury funds by about 1709 dollars after expenses. Increases occur mainly in property transfers, mining locations, and trees, with six-year receipts listed and notable historical highs.
Lovas County records show Frank J. Cheyney swears as senior partner of J. Cheyney & Co in Toledo promising one hundred dollars for each cured case of catarrh using Hall's Catarrh Care. Notarized December 6, 186, by A. Gleason. Also notes visitors F. J. Che yney and family arriving from Glove for a short stay.
Minutes detail sessions from January 9 1900 including audits of county expenses Carpenter wages and jail meals. claims approved or disallowed for 1899 and 1900. school fund misappropriation case involving Bart Alverd. notices on county offices and a discussion of land policy and proposed arid lands transfer to territories with governor and legislature noted.
A $100 reward is offered for evidence leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone who entered the Conyer ranch house in July or August 1898 and stole a new set of harness. A second theft occurred around July 10 this year, stealing provisions and bedding.
A Eureka Utah mother reports her child recovered appetite and rosy cheeks after using Hood's Sarsaparilla and praises it as a standard remedy for impure blood. A Scofield Utah user also endorses the product. Separately, a mining notice warns against claims in the Huachuca Mountains by Tippett and Cuntom, naming Summit and Outlook locations and pending filings.
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