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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1902
Page
2
The paper reports factional strains within the Republican party as candidates debate loyalty and personal popularity over party fronts. A named elder statesman is cited amid controversy over endorsements and a rumored upcoming Toll election, while local recollections and criticisms color the broader political climate.
Bisbee Juttings reports a large number of residents planning an excursion to witness a Mexican circus tomorrow evening. An excursion train will depart at 7:20 p.m. and return after the performance. The item also notes local deaths, a stabbing case, and various staff movements in El Paso and nearby areas.
An unanticipated rainfall preceded a Welcran visitation last evening. The event drew local residents and officials to the town hall for a brief ceremony and community remarks despite the sudden weather.
An old weather omen tale describes Amal and a thunderous sky over the Dregovo range. The tremulous forecast claims ten days until the omen subsides, with various prophets debating causes from Mont Pelee to Providential upheaval and urging calm as rain and lightning loom.
In a lengthy district court session juries were impaneled for murder and related cases. Proceedings include arraignments, pleadings, continuances to December term, and lists of jurors and witnesses, with many defendants entering not guilty pleas and attorneys named for various parties.
The defense team led by Wright Flemi and Lovell faces a jury trial outlook as Attorneye Lend prosecutes with a long list of individuals referenced including Zora and M Abrams among others. Swearer excused for term and Bead expelled for overspeeding Goo! Fiane Frankeubes noted.
A broad shift toward approving statehood gains in major papers led by Washington Post editorials praising the three qualified candidates. The plan could unite public opinion and prompt swift Senate action, with concerts and local notices marking public events as communities weigh the legislation.
The Arizona Democratic Party faces multiple contenders to replace Hon. Marc A. Smith in Congress. Prominent aspirants include Chas M. Shannon and Brannon, with Cochise County long supplying Arizona’s representative. The piece notes Smith’s influence, поддержку for the party, and upcoming contests within Tombstone and Cochise County. Electric franchise issues stir town rivalry as two firms seek to light Tombstone.
A Washington dispatch reports Senator Smith from Kentucky has recovered health and engaged in informal talks with colleagues. He and Governor Murphy met with Senator Bard of California, with pledges to support the omnibus bill when it reaches the territories committee.
Police describe two strangers who tried a hold up at about 10 PM. A well dressed man confronted them, shouted for compliance, and a weapon was shown. The would be robber fled toward Fremont Street with two blocks to go, leaving onlookers puzzled by the temporary dramatic reversal.
Aware of 119 complaints to city authorities about cows depredations, officials plan to enforce ordinances. Chief of Police Wiser ordered to establish a city pound as the remedy. Residents urged to heed the notice calling attention to the element of city pound enforcement.
The Montesame Hotel at Fairbank earns rising praise from commercial visitors. Guests commend the cuisine and Mr. Larriou for attentive service. The establishment is described as well run and comfortable in this era’s travel notices.
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