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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1907
Page
2
The Tombstone Epitaph publishes weekly with editor WM Hattich. A note on the New York Tribune's remark about rapid gold production as a driver of business expansion and price stimulation, highlighting its long-standing discussion in financial circles over the past four to five years.
The Sulphur Spring Valley will be entirely devoted to farming, regarded as one of the west's prettiest valleys. With adequate water, it could become highly productive and supply Douglas with affordable food. residents anticipate lower prices through local production.
In contrast with other states, Oregon's legislature enacted a measure requiring railroads to furnish free transportation to state and district officers as well as county judges and sheriffs.
Col. Wm. J. Bryan plans an April tour of Vermont with Geo. Fred Williams of Boston. He will speak in Burlington, Barre and other leading Green Mountain State cities.
A breezy note extols the unmatched climate of Arizona, praising its perpetual sunshine and inviting readers to enjoy the territory’s bright, pleasant ambiance wherever they travel or reside.
A fragmented historical note describes health use of native plants and herbal lore. It references Dr R.V. and the Incalais Florel Institute, noting discoveries about plant based cures and claims of digestive, liver, and bowel health benefits. The text mentions fermentation, tonics, and balancing bodily functions, with scarce, unclear specifics.
An exchange quotes Senator Tillman saying he “never whips the devil around the stump.” The fiery speaker’s only weapon is a pitchfork, so the devil would retreat toward the sheltering shade of tall uncut timber when confronted.
Salt Lake Herald reports a push to revive the annual department rifle meet at Fort Douglas as Utah joins a larger regional grouping with Arizona New Mexico and California. Advocates argue a strong effort could help secure a larger fort appropriation and trigger early rifle event funding with Utah delegation backing at the capital.
A contemporary observer notes that the question of authority to call a member of the House of Representatives Congress man remains unsettled in the east, while asserting that the term is more accurate than honorable.
In Persia anger rises as the Shah declines to create a harem and confines his royal establishment to a single wife, a decision seen as a less lucrative path for a ruler.
A clipped, fragmented report notes a claim that life in the Tombs sanitarium cells has rejuvenating effects on Harry Thaw. It imitates a promotional pitch urging readers to try cell-based treatments instead of Hot Springs, calling the idea a blessed island.
A speculative report claims Andrew Carnegie plans a gift so large it would dwarf John D Rockefeller's fortune of 2.6 million, with oil prices potentially dropping to about 1.89 dollars per gallon after the ensuing fallout.
The Isthmus of Penama continues to stay in its original location despite changes in government policy, reassuring observers that the geographic point remains unchanged since discovery.
It appears J. K. Morgan may have had inside information from the Interstate Commerce Commission guiding his decision to abandon the railroad business.
A Panama Canal selection declares the chief engineer cannot resign if he wishes to stay. Government views this as essential to removing a major obstacle to canal progress and modernization.
The alterists on both sides in the Thaw case did a solid job given the weak material they had to work with. The remark notes the effort by both sides amid challenging source material and evolving circumstances.
Alfred Austin warns that an unprinted confrontation could expose a damaging fact about Lonfelow. The remark implies a tarnish to Lonfelow’s reputation, suggesting hidden testimony may challenge his laureate status.
The Territorial Prison Commission, arriving from Florence, prefers Florence as the prison site but will tour another option in Kirkland Valley near Kirkland station in Yavapai County before making a recommendation. Prescott supports Kirkland in Ya vapai County, while Florence also vies. outcome unclear.
Plans are laid to increase Cananea plant capacity to about 10 000 tons per day within a year. The Greene Consolidated operation has evolved from 30 ton sections to a planned 1 000 ton modules, with Dr Rick ets developing a new plant built in 1 000 ton sections and costing over a quarter of a million dollars. The current concentration ratio of Greene Consolidated remains around 36 to 1 and is expected to continue.
The gamblers of Arizona will disperse after April 1 as a new law takes effect. Many will move to Mexico Nevada or New Mexico with the intent to avoid restrictions. Reports say New Mexico plans a lenient fine structure to keep gambling active despite potential bans.
The government has received an application from the Tndependent Fuel and Feed Company of Bisbee to purchase 1000 cords of wood from the Coinicshua reserve. Steps are being taken to consummate the sale while smaller Wood sales from the reserve, not requiring bids, have occurred via Supervisor Motlune to Mr. McGlone. An application for 10,000,000 feet of timber on the reserve is being followed up. forfeiture was paid, the application endorsed, and the timber will be marked off with a plat prepared for Washington. The American notes the Douglas origin of the application, though the applicant’s name remains public. A large-capacity saw mill is planned, with size to be announced later, and the timber is mostly at the head of Cave creek.
Jerome Baker Landfield formerly ran the Picaehe mine in Yuma county and now chairs Languages at Stanford University will marry Princess Lobanoff Roetoreky on March 27 at the ville Cropicale in Cannes France.
An Associated Press dispatch reports the El Paso and Southwestern line, an extension of the Frisco system, will reach Guaymas on the Pacific coast of Mexico. The current line terminates at Necozari in Sonora, with about four hundred workers to begin the new extension soon.
Captain Rynning of the Arizona Rangers visited Tombstone today to see Lieutenant Wheeler who is recovering from wounds. He expects to go to Yuma about Saturday to inventory the territorial prison property and prepare to assume duties at that institution. Wheeler's promotion to captain of the Rangers is anticipated by friends.
The weekly list shows letters remaining in general delivery including names such as Usrothers J P Escuders Victorio Figuero Joeph Hamm Mike Jasper Frank Lara Juana Ome Allen Ruiz Juan Sisneros Antonio Smith Chas Soledad Victoria Tennis Julia Varela Goodlope Vickers William. Advertised letters require calling for the items by date of advertisement. Also included is an unrelated testimonial about Hall's Catarrh Cure and promises of payments for catarrh cases in Toledo, Ohio.
Machinery for a paper mill has been ordered for the Blue ranch, thirty four miles from Yuma on the Colorado. The enterprise is backed by Los Angeles capital. The company intends to manufacture paper from cotton or wood pulp, with which successful experiments have been made.
Pearce Peance reports excitement over a horse race for the 224 ul with two rivals Gar ifs sorrel and Warrens black Tom racing a Bushee horse. A sorrel reportedly led the black by a good length. A clash is anticipated between vicarious sorted of Peace and Gleason sorrel. A death is noted Marcel Michel aged 2? years who died after a health trip from New York. He rests in Arizona under sunny skies. Venace Athletic Club plans a ball event March 16 with tumbling and burlesque to raise club funds.
Bisbee claims the Arizona championship by default as no Territory teams have accepted challenges. Tommy Blair, manager, has tried to arrange games with other towns but all efforts failed. Blair offered to pay travel expenses for any team in New Mexico Arizona El Paso or Pananca per the Miner.
U S Geological Survey inspector F E Matthews visits Tombstone to observe work by E R Bartlett and his assistants as part of a western inspection tour across New Mexico Arizona and California.
Robt Brinsmade surveys Tombstone Arizona copper mining through discovery of surface ores, battles against floodwaters, fires, and 1893 panic, then revival from 1902 onward. The article covers geology, ore deposits, milling, cyanidation, and mining life with illustrations. A public note offers rewards for pet crime in Tucson. officials group pledges $300 for the arrest of culprits.
From Tuesday's Daily Douglas Morris and Miss Nellie Sullivan both of Cananea were joined in the bonds of matrimony yesterday by Judge McFarland. They returned to Cananea this morning. Dr Jacetta of the Old Dominion earns about 75000 yearly in mining services. The reading by Mrs Robinson and Mrs Cleverdon from Eugene Field's youth was admirably over on Sunday at the Congregational church.
Abstracts show multiple Cochise County deals over two days among Bisbee Tombstone and Warren districts. Transactions include S. W. Grier selling Rio Tinto frac rights for 47000 LC, Shattuck Strong Overlock selling 3 4 interest in Atelope for 1870 with remainder to same buyer for 4600, Rainey and Kaufman agreement on Tombstone claims for 6250 with one year option, GrenfellCalling guardian selling half interest in Red Jacket for 7653.15, Mackay selling interest in Walewt and Alice to Black Prince Copper for 5000, Hancock selling one third Portland Boston and Baltimore to Sweeney for 1000, and Warrockros with Kaufman for one year option on Rainbow Arthur Silver Thread and Peabody in Turquoise district.
The remains of J J Monts were brought to town from his ranch near Sycamore Springs nine miles north, after dying this morning from pneumonia brought on by a cold. A 54 year old Cochise County pioneer and early Tombstone resident, he was beloved for kindness and helpfulness. Funeral under Rescue Hose Co auspices will be held tomorrow.
Robt. Brooks, a well known mining man with Greene Gold and Silver Co., is in Tombstone. Attorney F. M. Hartman of Toes son is in the city on professional business. Mrs. J. L. Daly of Bowie is visiting. Superintendent F. W. Hoar of the Luckaure Co. departed for Case fande to inspect mines in that area.
The funeral for John Montz was held this afternoon with a large gathering of friends paying last respects. A Tombstone pioneer, Montz belonged to Reserve Hose Co and the Tombstone fire department provided pallbearers from three companies. Rev Benedict led funeral services at the cemetery as the community mourns the loss of a frontier veteran.
Solomonville dispatch reports Judge Nave convened court and sentenced Baldwin for the murder of Mrs Morris and her daughter to be hanged by the Graham County sheriff between 10 am and 2 pm on May 6 1907. The plan to move the execution to Globe was reportedly incorrect.
Petitions for citizenship are held up by the bureau of naturalization due to failure to provide definite information. Aliens must answer all questions accurately and give dates, showing the steamer, arrival port, and date. They often fail, prompting investigations by the department in Washington and searches across multiple channels.
Benson health officer W A Greene investigated reports of smallpox but found several chicken pox cases at the rail road center. Quarantines were established to contain the epidemic and protect the community.
The article notes the United States has over 200000 miles of main railway track with the Southwest showing the largest growth in new track and population. It promotes Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a wonderful medicine curing many ailments and restoring health, urging trials with a purity guarantee printed on every bottle.
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