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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1901
Page
1
Bisbee notes report varied local events including visits by Dr Carrington and Dr WN Clark, a burglary at Peter McCoy’s house, and several missing jewelry items. Observations mention hot weather, rain hopes, upcoming lodge meetings, a fire insurance claim, and preparations for Independence Day activities with community gatherings and contests.
Tombstone celebrated the Fourth with decorations and firework displays. The Huschuca baseball club arrived, and a hose race sponsored by the Protection and Rose Hose Co. drew spectators. The Huschara won the race despite mishaps, then the Tombstone team lost 12 to 7 in a ball game but rallied to 9 to 7 before losing. The grand Fourth of July dance at Mining Exchange Hall capped the day with music from Smith’s orchestra and broad county attendance.
A circular dated June 22 from Charls D, trustee of the Boer relief fund, lists admissions to South Africa and civilian casualties, alleging large Boer losses and British costs. It claims 65,000 women and children are prisoners, with harsh conditions and long lines for food, and estimates Britain spent vast sums per hour of conflict.
The Census Bulletin praises Arizona for the fastest population increase in the past run years at 39.3 percent, noting Arizona covers extensive water surface while Delaware and Florida follow in water area and Minnerote ranks next with 4,169 square miles.
Tombstone July 1 1901 board met at 2 pm with six members present including Chairman York and Supervisors Dele hanty and Reavy. Bond approved for Walter T. Fite. clerk to itemize 1901 1902 Sobor Districts. adjourned to July 2 1901 then special meeting called for July 14 1901. numerous salaries and audits listed. late afternoon adjournment.
A warrant out at Yuma Arizona accuses O A Pease a Denver promoter of embezzling 15000 from mining property linked to Quartaite, with LF Braders and Richard Darling named as complainants. Pease allegedly disposed of the property and is said to be in Chicago while extradition papers are sought. Governor Murphy was asked to assist.
The Mesico Colorado Navigation Company plans stern wheeler and barge construction using strong, modern materials to connect the new Loste line to San Jorge Bay. The project aims to unlock mining and oil sites along the Colorado River and create a thriving transport corridor, while Bisbee faces criticism over perceived poor city conditions and calls for incorporation as a remedy.
A chaotic set of updates covers visitors, local events, and social notices from the Huachuca area and Tombstone mines. Mentions include John Brockman’s upcoming visit, a $90 prompt payment, marriage announcements, and a judge’s health. Weather notes predict rain and extreme heat with 119 degrees forecast in nearby desert regions.
The Tombstone visitors enjoyed a lively Fourth with Roy Geary arriving from Tucson and plans to remain weeks. Miners at Turquie and Glaynow number over 100 at work as other properties prepare to open, signaling potential growth. A Pueblo marriage in Pama county pleases friends, while a Binghamton resident bride also draws notice. A dispute between cattlemen sparked a brief confrontation, but no arrests were made. Lyndonville’s T G Norrie tours local mines as a Vermont company lines up power machinery delivery.
Report notes disease affecting 10,009 animals with provisional term sarayages. Describes extreme weakness and references Del Rico pumping station in Prescot City. City water supply authorities test 259,000 gallons in twelve hours and plan another pump test to meet daily requirements of 0.020 per day over 24 hours.
An elling pamphlet notes that wealth omits the public burden of pensions. About 7,095 pensioners receive payments for veterans of the Civil American War, with costs rising monthly. By current estimates, annual expenditures near $1.1 million, with 5,200 recipients and more claims as volunteers return home.
A 19th century survey notes the dramatic growth of wealth from Commodore Vanderbilt’s 100 million to today’s multi hundred million figures. It cites a shift from a few ultra rich to dozens with net worth over 1 million in Pittsburgh and nationwide, highlighting distributions, perceptions, and the rising scale of riches.
Married July 18 1901 at Jas L Herrick home Fairbank Arizona by WC Shine Justice of the Peace. Theobold wed Miss Ancis Wordea, daughter of N P Worden a thrifty farmer on Gils river over Pins Graken counts. Only parents and a few intimate friends present as congratulatory wishes are sent.
An eastern town promotes a diverse array of manufacturers and workers under modern business methods, stressing civic welfare. It recalls a fifty year old medicine aimed at humanity’s welfare, touting a remedy claimed to cure constipation indigestion belching insomnia biliousness and nervousness and promising a trial to prove its value.
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