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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1908
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss a Globe-Democrat view on a women’s seating plan for tram cars during rush hours on the Pacific coast. It references a proposed policy tied to race or gender prompts, with inconclusive details and a monetary item mentioned. The text is incomplete and unclear.
A note reflects prosperity returning just as an Easter bonnet themed road event experiences delays. The exact organizers and location are not specified, but the mood centers on economic improvement influencing local festivities and timelines.
A fragmentary note suggests Raisouli is under suspicion as a stove incident unfolds. The text hints at real money dealings and mentions Dardis who reportedly handled ransoms, though details are unclear.
Marty Payne Whitney asserts he never borrowed four cents from Hetty Green. He claims not to be the only gilded youth who could fail in that direction, reflecting a broader note on frugality and social expectations.
Mr Harriman observes that while money talks the people who receive it must sometimes contribute to the conversation. The remark suggests financial influence requires participation from beneficiaries in discussions.
The quote notes that Andrew Carnegie believed hard work held more value than luck, yet concludes that outcomes remain unsatisfactory. It emphasizes a tension between effort and luck without detailing specific events or contexts.
The remark notes Governor Hughes as taller than Secretary Taft, predicting he will have a clear edge in reaching persimmons, unless Taft lies down to reach sideways. The playful comparison highlights physical stature influencing a simple task.
Hetty Green states she would rather see her daughter marry a good live newspaper man than a worthless duke. The remark highlights her practical view of marriage alliances and disdain for titled nobility.
A physician from Jefferson College prescribes a tonic and regimen to strengthen women’s health, citing natural remedies and a structured plan. The article notes the procedure involves purifying blood and energizing the digestive system.
The lettered pieces mention Spring Valley Minty and Benson with civic aims, Odd Fellows proposals, and the St. David Dramatic Club planning Cheerful Liars for March 1. It notes county hospital expansion hopes, tax savings, and political mobilization around Cochise County delegates, independence movements, and copper wealth in Dragoon range, urging cleanliness in Tombstone.
The report lists 1 percent of Arizona trade figures including imports free 8 657 006 and dutiable 439 08 exports domestic 9 897 629 and foreign 434 507 ore imported 1 916 398 ore sand corn 2 990 171 foreign iver exported 208 Sm No gild exported copper bullion imported 5 592 966 copper ore 2 282 527 and number of cattle head imported valued at 137 513.
An amount of one and a half million dollars lost off the Pacific coast years ago is to be received in the early new year as preparations for the recovery begin. The notice promotes Hostetter's Stomach Hitters as a health tonic for many ailments and urges readers to try a bottle this spring.
A fragmented Arizona page mentions transportation concerns with the Arizona Transportation & Automobile Co line, plans for a new route between Eereroke and Fort Apache, and local road and rail developments. Also noted are May carnival plans, horse thefts near Pina, water rate increases in Clifton, a Catholic church project, and Elks show preparations.
The February county expense report shows allocations across health, sheriff and jail, district attorney, treasurer, and probate offices. Notable items include sums for road and building projects, courtroom needs, and payment to officials, with several line items flagged as prewgt or reclassified.
The Saint Journal reprints a pallid sermon by Micrtephens of Fort Thomasm that preaches the gospel of Wer urging the removal of temptations from man. He claims God plans a number of forms of temptation for a purpose and that humans should not attempt the Herculean task of removing them but should act to remove temptations in pursuance of divine injunction.
At a conference led by Governor Torres of Sinaloa and Phoenix District Attorney J B Alexander, the focus shifted to a grand jury indictment against three members of the Mexican revolutionary junta. Villereal Stazoon Rivera, indicted for contravening neutrality laws, await trial while appeals loom. President Diaz enjoys strong support amid the case. Alexander pledges rigorous action by the office.
Sr. Dominguez filed an assignment in the recorder’s office for the benefit of creditors naming Ed M Blake of the Bank of Naco as assignee. Assets are listed at 64200 with liabilities of 26913.98 most creditors are Eastern manufacturers.
A brief item notes a Chamberlain cough remedy with a puree or paste form and mentions Waterton in relation to a torn upload. The readable text is fragmented, offering few clear details about the product or the event.
Wednesday's Daily reports the Great Merman Circus at the sings 46 on Saturday, Maskingsos event, and a marriage Heinen noted today. In other items, Bayle towel Meese faces, tour inspection by Teecetone and visitors Fearn Hielen on legal matters, and Boreau Nieremass Co. incorporation news. St Patrick Day dance at Protection Hore Co. draws large crowd.
A connie has appointed by ME. Menhaty to lead a fundraising effort for a committee starting with a $100 subscription. Several members have already contributed, and a farmer in the town reportedly declined another offer while discussions continue about the group's future actions.
A distressed mother seeks information about William O'Docherty, noting prior residence in Cochise County and requesting any leads on his whereabouts. Any helpful details are welcome to aid in locating him.
United States Marshal Ben Daniels leads special deputies who captured twenty Chinese men near Nogales after their attempt to cross the border. They were held until Saturday before being sent on the steamship China to the Flowery Kingdom on Tuesday, March 17. The Napoleon boat was destroyed at Toledo, Ohio by fire causing $310,000 in loss with no injuries.
Warning notice in Pearce Arizona dated July 22 1907 states Leadville Mining Co will not be responsible for any work done debts contracted injuries sustained or other obligations arising from operations by John Gray and assigns in the lode mining claim named Gleewa and Gray and assigns in Cochise County Territory. First publication July 25 1907.
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