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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1898
Page
1
The article notes troop movements toward Cuba and a large shipment of coal and supplies being prepared in San Francisco and Peking. It mentions the US Philippines loading efforts and signals readiness by multiple cities, with references to Chicago promotions.
Four hundred Spanish troops were hired at Cardenas Harbor in another battle today. American casualties were reported in a three hour engagement. Authorities note bodies are arriving in the United States as officials seek fuller details of the clash.
Descriptions of a coming naval engagement between American and Spanish squadrons near Cuba and Porto Rico. Reports mention Admiral Sampson leading a Flying Squadron, with anticipated actions and possible outcomes shaping the war news. Also contains health ad copy and collateral notes.
Machinery cheap power boiler with full front beat steel standard five large steam drum 36x06 and mad drum zoxo6. Used briefly and in perfect condition, available at a barest prostre sale.
The city assessor of Tombstone informs taxpayers that the assessment roll for Sand district is open for public examination in City Hall Stone from today until the Board of Equalization meeting. The Common Council will convene as a board of equalization on May 20 at 7 p.m. Janes F.L. Dixean, Clerk.
A fragmentary note describes a person finding money inside a can, referenced as a surprising discovery. Details are sparse, but the brief hints at an unexpected cash treasure within a container.
A vintage ad claims a gentle remedy for overindulgence with Syrup of Figs. It markets a bite sized bottle for fifty cents and urges readers to start using the product through a local druggist, framed as a health aid.
A fragmented hotel arrivals list includes names Linden Hisher Bleck and J Gulteworthy Bisbee C H Jones and others. Also notes advertised letters remaining in general delivery for the week ending May 7 with names like Marrington Moor and Lacks Coanne and a note to state the date of advertisement.
A vintage ad notes Winslow's Piety remedy, claimed over fifty years of use by millions. It promotes a pleasant taste and a price of twenty five cents per bottle, sold by druggists everywhere.
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