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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1891
Page
4
A digest of reports cites bank trouble in Fort Worth as the Merchants National Bank failed and is in examiner hands. Gold finds in Rio Janeiro and Mecca deaths among pilgrims, plus political notes from New York, San Francisco, London, and Washington.
From Wednesday's Daily. Rainfall measured 10-100 of an inch last night amid a broad report of local events. Tax payments due in two days. Notable items include pneumonia sickness, a notary appointment, population gains, a San Diego absence, a drowning in Yuma, and mining activity.
District Attorney English guides sheriff on license taxes for whosales and first class licenses while officials eye reducing taxes to ease municipal debt. Officials discuss private river works, Mexican overflow concerns, and state jurisdiction, with a plan to wipe out bonds and issue warrants next month.
The Census Office lists 8,724 irrigated farms out of 10,757 total. It reports an average irrigationacre cost of 10.35 dollars per acre including right purchase, 16.10 dollars to prepare soil, and an average land value of 84.25 dollars per acre with buildings costing about 57.00 dollars more per acre, indicating an apparent profit.
An opinion piece argues the U.S. government never aids those fighting for representative government. It cites Cuba, Brazil, Mexico, and Chile as examples where compassion and action were lacking, contrasting with a supposed ideal of liberty.
District Attorney Autex R. English gives an opinion on license taxes for wholesalers and retailers in Tombstone. He weighs whether selling in quantities under two gallons without the higher tax is allowed and explains the licensing structure for fifty and thirty dollar charges to retail and small dealers.
The San Quentin end of the coach line to San Diego advances rapidly. Contractor RCA Graham says grading is ready for an 8 mile stretch north to the Yur branch. He expects completion and a locomotive into Col nett by Sept 10 with part of the road to Yuma finished and accepted.
Mr Delong reports one of three horse thieves captured by mounted Mexican police yesterday. Two accomplices escaped, Green and companions failed to seize their man. Rain and hail hindered pursuit as Delong traveled from Packard's ranch to the customs house, but authorities believe the gang is broken up.
Troop I reports abundant game in the Huachucas. Lieut Sargent and Private Parker shot a monster bear at sixty yards as it slept, the beast leaping and racing before the bullets. Private Hoppe wounded a second bear. neither animal was tagged. A. L. Brooks shows slight improvement and hopes to be back soon.
The Yuma Sentinel reports rapid water gain into the desert from Big Holes and Patton river systems. Indian runner Jose Chimisich notes a new stream broke through near Big Holes and feeds the Great Bend while Cason Creek outbreak grows. Indians follow the overflow as lakes deepen and fish multiply.
Major Downing sawmill near Tombstone suffered a major fire last week destroying about 10 000 feet of lumber and causing extensive losses. The blaze began after midnight with unknown cause while water had been poured around to guard the area. John Fall of Wilcox has strong interest in the plant amid broader legal and financial disputes involving Fairbank and local rivals.
Multiple entries record satisfaction and assignments of mortgages, power of attorney, and releases affecting Fairbank, Bisbee, St. Joe, and surrounding areas. Amounts range from $1 to $7,000 with terms up to six months at 8 percent. A concluding line proclaims Cochise County’s wealth lies in its valleys, not mountains, future generations will see it.
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