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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1901
Page
2
Bogtabio Hoh Afnos forces regain momentum and push against a detachment of Boste, pressing for more prisoners in the clash. The report notes continued pressure and uncertain outcomes as lines move back and forth along the front.
Chicago records show the number of bankruptcy petitions surpassing six thousand, with New York trailing significantly behind. The figures highlight a sharp rise in filings across major cities.
The territory reports copper gold and silver production totaling 40 million dollars in 1900 equal to about 190 per resident. Geronimo appears at the Pan-American exposition with a servant and a 25 cent presentation fee, though the latter is not essential.
Fragmentary text suggests a weather or mood report describing warm conditions and a distant, changing breeze. Names, dates, and definite events are unreadable, leaving only impressionistic notes about the east and friends, with minimal concrete detail.
A brief note discusses oil value moves tied to crude petroleum, noting violent fluctuations and uncertain impact on kerosene pricing. It mentions Standard Oil as a possible influence, though concrete changes are not clear.
The army will station about 49,009 to 50,009 men in the Philippines, 5,000 in Hawaii and Puerto Rico, 5,000 in Cuba, and the remainder at various U S locations, mainly in state board cities, as part of the prevent mobilization plan.
An Ohio girl challenged a match by advertising she could win a husband within a month. She vowed to pay double rates if the marriage could be secured in the specified period.
The Tucson Post under Geo Smalley and JF Smalley aims to advance Republican causes and grow its influence in Arizona politics and journalism as it expands its local advertising base and editorial reach.
The Coast Insurance Review lists companies involved in fires at Williams and Globe last week with large named losses. Totaling about 61 659 dollars, the figures reflect high rates, up to fifteen percent, and indicate cascading effects from a broken electric plant leading to coal oil lamp use and a fire outbreak in the area.
Local items report a cattle arrival for Bauer and Son and border crossers deported under US Commissioner Willems. Bisbee Improvement and Arizona Clay Manufacturing moves noted, along with town news on weather, travel, personnel, a fire at Library Hall, a death of Mrs Webster, weddings, and various legal matters.
A public notice from Tombstone warns residents of reckless water use. General Agent William H Brearley decries prolonged night taps, cites thousands of gallons wasted, and threatens to shut the supply until the reservoir is kept full. The message calls for moderation and notes penalties if water overuse continues.
A brief Daily item notes a sharp city cooling trend with temperatures rising from zero. It cites Southers Pe cite transactions at Benson for June totaling nearly £250,000. Miss Rose Hattieh returns home after a two month visit in California. Elton, former sheriff, visits Tombstone briefly before returning to Santa Cruz county.
Col W. S turgess of La Amore ranch near the border reports a loud meteor explosion on June 1st that shook their home and frightened the vaqueros. He and his wife stayed indoors as cow hands rushed from the ranges toward the lane seeking the meteor’s impact site.
Tyedag s Tone reports IV Vickers and Lilies alti ag for Taos while Mrs L Blair visits Tombstone from Safford to meet Mea Garrett and JW Witherspoon. A deadly New York arrest tied to 619 deaths out of 1576 ratings sparks fear about plague or yellow fever. Fires and boiler incidents puzzle readers as a man saves 125 tons of something in a hard fight.
Justine of the Peace 8 K Williams and Constable Doyle of Bisteo arrived today from the copper camp on a business visit. They brought over two prisoners for the county Laetile. Mrs Scully visiting in Combetone returns home at Bisbeo today. Mrs Scully's sister Miss Bette Fase will prolong her visit for weeks or, the guel of Mrs E Miller. Col HM McCord, U Marshall for Arizona, revives permission to move offices from Tuc on to Phoenix. He will locate in the O'Neil building upstairs occupying two tear room.
A review of Alvord, the noted outlaw, was reported by Lewis Hodstadt and Baron de Fontevillist after a chance meeting near the mining region. The man, heavily armed, rode away toward a mining camp in the Sierra Madres, while Hodstadt, familiar with Alvord, affirmed the sighting. The note adds wedding congratulations for the Blewett-Deapsine union.
Advertises Chas Blackburn Jr a first class harness maker ready to handle any required work. Also notes Mrs Brown's Ice Cream parlors promoting a year of action over ice cream while inviting patrons to bring a date. John Heeninger of the Can Can restaurant travels to Oakland California for granddaughter’s medical treatment after amputation. expected absence two to three weeks.
Mr Bryan argued the Republicans would not review the tariff when times were good and would not worsen the economy with timid legislation when times were bad, reflecting partisan stance on tariff policy.
In Clifton ley the bodies of Ed Harwell and his wife were discovered at their cottage near the embankment with gunshot wounds. Rumor spread that Harwell killed his wife and himself. Johnson, a miner charged with intent to murder, faces an examination hearing next Wednesday after failing to post 1500 bail.
Friends gathered at the Holland home on Fourth Street to bid farewell to Misses May and Lillian Holland before their move to California. The event featured sociable chat and refreshments, with heartfelt wishes for happiness as the sisters prepare to leave Toumbatons acquaintance.
A prisoner from Bisbee sentenced for disturbance at Naco appeared before Court Commissioner Emanuel. Justice Williams and Constable Doyle served as witnesses. The writ was denied and the prisoner remanded to Mining Exchange Hall. The David baseball club and fair belles of Cochise County attended as guests, and the dance was enjoyed by all.
The St David base ball arrived today under a date mix up for a match with the local club. Local nine was secured to play four games at the ball ground. The visitors led by Jane on the score sheet, but the scorer ran out of paper and failed to record after the fifth inning. Local players rallied and scored 15 runs before handing the banner to the victorious visitors.
Jadze 0 officiated as John Blewett wed Kove M. Despains in Bisbee. The bride and groom, both popular locals with many friends, plan a future in Bisbee after departure today.
The Bret car of this year's Salt River valley crop of melons left Phoenix under the Melon Growers association. The car carried four crates with about 45 melons per crate. The association estimates the shipment will total about twenty cars in all.
John Driscoll, a postal inspector, visited Tombstone yesterday and examined Tomboyne office affairs. He complimented the efficient postmistress on the thorough handling of the office’s duties.
Frank J Chevany senior partner of F J Cheyney & Co of Toledo vows to pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh not cured by Hall s Catarrh Cure. Sworn and subscribed before me on December 6 in 186.
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