06 Jun 1897
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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1897
Page
1
At Varana Ohio at 10 a.m. and again at 7:50 a.m. four persons were killed and several injured during a lynching and ensuing unrest centered on Charles Mitchell a colored man. Mitchell was taken from jail and lynched. Victims included bystanders and witnesses. one woman reportedly assaulted and not expected to recover. Officials face public anger over the incident with fears of further complications.
A fire at the Burbank theater destroyed furniture and stage equipment worth about $15000. No one was inside when it broke out and investigators deem the origin not a mystery. Insurance covers $10090. restoration is planned immediately. Relatives seek cause of the murder nearby.
Partial readable text shows a medicinal claim involving soothing syrup and celery salicylate like products. Mentions brands and phrases suggesting patent medicines. Content is garbled and lacks clear outcomes or dates for a coherent report.
The readable text references a small cyclone, damage under $2000, locations including San Francisco and Los Angeles County, and a church notice with invitations. It also contains medical flavor ads and statements about ships, greys, and a secretary's remark on naval spending.
The annual meeting of the stockholders and election of directors of the Arizona and South Eastern Rail will be held at the office of the company, 99 John Street, New York, on June 6 at 2 o'clock PM. The agenda includes the election of directors and proper handling of business before the meeting.
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as a remedy for wasting, claiming it builds strength and treats lung and stomach issues. The copy stresses the product's authenticity, non-mysterious formula, and a salmon colored wrapper, urging readers to buy from Scott & Browne in New York for one dollar.
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