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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1897
Page
2
A fragmented page from the Tombstone Epitaph discusses national and Arizona politics, criticizing politicians from Cochise County and urging continued attention to the monetary question and silver agitation. It notes Penrose as a leading governor candidate, mining activity rising in the region, and voter unity against Chiricahua County division bills.
Mrs Hillman and Mr Mike O’Brien accompanied Mrs O’Brien toward Alabama while Mr and Mrs Jas Hay toured Benson to greet Mr Hay’s mother and daughter. A Bisbee wedding united Charly King and Mamie O’Brien after a jovial evening led by Rev J G Prichard. The couple joyfully anticipate married life, despite parents’ disapproval.
Bisbee muskets on March 4 1897 report a grand Bisbee Fire Department ball celebrating McKinley inauguration with ample music and visitors including Prof Awasiz and Levermore. The piece also criticizes Hon Speed’s political conduct over the Chiicalua bill, predicting further battles in the council and governor’s signature.
Mr G Caillouette of Bemeraville Illinois credits Dr King's New Discovery with saving his life after grippe and illness. He states that after taking a bottle the first dose improved him and three bottles restored his health. He declares it worth its weight in gold and says his store will not be without it.
An old clipping mixes figures on cattle sales near San Pedro and Willcox with claims about copper production and a political dispute over county division. Names include Packard, Miller & Luz, E B Moore, Peter Johnson, A A Spang, B Ryan, and Willcox figures. It also touts Chanderton’s Pain Balm and critiques lawmakers Riggs and Syerd on division votes.
The Gazette reports the Utah commissioner opposing the plan to carve Anzova north of Grace Canyon for a new district. The legislative committee delays judgment as Cowan and others push petitions against a tax measure in Nye County. A formal report is expected to be presented to both houses, with a tentative agreement to resume consideration. The page also notes an ointment advertisement and a list of undelivered letters at Tombstone post office for the week ending February 27, 1897.
An article notes ongoing discussions on growing sugar beets in the Raver valley with officers considering responses to questions about soil and climate. It cites Diecetr of me Xp-nune at Setion stating that moderately fertile soil that readily cultivates beets is suitable, while very hard, sandy, or clay soils present objections to cultivation.
Ian Frank J. Cheyues swears as senior partner of Strate and One that Hall's Catarrh Cure will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh caused by the remedy. The document, dated December, is sworn before Notary Lot A Gleason. F J Cheney & Co of Toledo claim the medicine acts internally on the mucous surfaces.
The Utah legislature discusses primary election timing and third readings, with bills on county boundaries, mink property sales, building capitol projects, and various fiscal and regulatory measures. Several items advance or are referred to committees, including taxation, irrigation, agriculture, and judiciary topics.
A promotional paragraph extols Honteters Sconach biers as a universal health aid. It claims to restore intellect, vigor, and digestive health, preventing ailments and fatigue through daily use. The dubious tone suggests a patent remedy likely marketed in a historical period.
A letter from A M Pusseli of Cepterville Washington recounts using Coamberlain's Dearrhoea Remedy to ease cramps and distress during harvest work last August. The witness notes relief and says a back stock is kept for future use.
The Bisbee News reports a bustling evening at the Great Copper Camp with local arrivals and departures. Luke Mohan left for Paceon, plans to return by next Tuesday, and Hersee Mannie will be away on a business trip for several days. Mr Lend tends cattle but remains abroad amid illness in the region. The event featured a Mexican band with issues in execution, but dancing carried the night as guests enjoyed the music and camaraderie.
The debate centered on a bill to divide Cochise County. Skinner of Graham and Speed of Chircabna argued against the measure while Cochise supporters urged its passage. Final roll showed thirteen for and eleven against with Warren absent, leaving the plan defeated. The outcome split rural and tax concerns over mileage and local governance.
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