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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1900
Page
1
Scott White and others travel through town while the community mourns the death of MrGeo Percy’s young son. Bisbee hosts Fourth of July festivities with races, dances, and a grand barbecue as new officials are installed and mining activity continues.
Burt Grover and Chas Hood disclosed Stiles, a self confessed train robber, surrendered at Cass Grande. Stiles aided locating Cochise holdup jewelry buried by Alvord in Wilcox and named other fugitives, hinting at further arrests.
Proceedings record adjournments and routine board work in Tombstone with names M C Benton James F Dowens John Montgomery Thomas Alisize and Deputy Clerk. Mentions adjournment times July 5 1900 and July 6 1900 and references to journal notes and Democratic delegate nomination discussion.
Frank King arrives today from Tucson as a passenger while Mig Ed Tarbell departs for Los Angeles. Jacob Scheerer and family head to California to spend the summer at the coast. Harry Weatherspoon reaches Tucson en route to the Black Diamond and other mining interests. The paper notes forthcoming publishing by P J Bennett, portrait studios, wheat and barley transactions in Tempe, and local civic updates including the board of equalization, jail releases, and Fourth of July festivities in Tombstone.
Five Tombstone jail inmates charged with train robbery were moved to Tucson jail under U S charges obstructing the mail. The transfer relieves Cochise County of care and expense. Prisoners named Owens Lewis and George, Bob Brown, Matt Burts, and William Downing were escorted by U S Deputy Marshal Metz and three guards to Tucson with 17 S officers and District Attorney Laud signing the agreement.
An article speculates on a vast program to reclaim Arizona’s arid lands by building reservoirs and irrigation funded by government aid. It argues stored water would support large populations, compare Arizona’s potential to Belgium, and claim billions could return from settlers, asking readers to consider the Gazette’s view.
Fragmentary 19th century prose describes Kelvin at the Kelvin mining camp, referencing a glittering glare, a singing glow, and a bright red beacon as a drink is served. The scene shifts to a sudden fall after a cheer, with abrupt action and unclear subsequent details.
The 1899 data show Arizona leading the states and territories in average hay yield per acre at 2.43 tons. The average value per acre for hay is $27.22. Arizona ranks twelfth in sheep production with 1024 head reported and related revenue around $30.
The Death Valley facility has closed indefinitely, eliminating about 1500 jobs. Reports say an advance in Southern Pacific freight rates ranging from 6.20 to 20 per ton prompted the suspension, signaling earned losses and transport cost pressures.
Arizona voters rally behind Bryan and Seevoona as they plan to march toward victory in the November election. The piece highlights the campaign’s momentum and the anticipated clash with Kansas City.
The readable portions describe a disjointed event involving groups or names not clearly identified and a sequence that lacks coherent detail, leaving the main action and outcomes implied but not explicit. The record preserves ambiguity without adding new facts.
The American eagle will soar tomorrow across many lands and climes as the hosting continues. The symbol remains a greeting to allies and a warning to foes, reflecting enduring reach and influence.
The Borers report their deities have fled to the mountains fearing foreign devils. Skepticism rises as Boxers cautiously doubt the relevance of gods to their business affairs amid mounting tensions.
State gun factory in China employs about 2009 workers and averages ten fires daily. Even at this slow pace, the Chinese have amassed enough guns to challenge the Carnegie works, reflecting rising arms production and competition.
The El Paco News quotes a July 4 Kansas City convention calling it a convention of the people by the people and for the people. It contrasts with a Philadelphia convention described as by office holders and for office holders.
The Bisbee Herald has been absorbed by the Bhanee Review in a consolidation aimed at efficiency. The move reflects the Herald is unable to sustain two papers in Bisbee and creates a single newspaper option for the town.
A dispatch from Cape Nome says the health of the people is excellent despite many deaths from sixty shooters. Specialists at Nome sanatoriums likely classify the illness as lead poisoning.
A New York girl surprised by a burglar in her room acted quickly and threw him out of the window. The incident showcases her quick thinking and physical boldness, illustrating a courageous response to danger. The report notes the burglar’s attempt and the girl's decisive action.
The Puosracton voices opposition to removing the territorial prison citing existing bonded debt. They argue the burden is already heavy and urge the removal question be laid to rest. They believe a vote would show popular sentiment in favor of retention.
The El Paso Times quotes Teddy Roosevelt in Lawrence Kansas. He argues the administration has broken faith with Filipinos Puerto Ricans and is robbing Cubans, jeopardizing national honor and civic righteousness for Americans.
Boston reports the leading copper producers have contracted sales ahead to September 1 1900. As a result, it is not expected that copper will be offered in regular lots for delivery before that date according to Lake Mining Review.
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