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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1901
Page
2
Fragmentary report notes Jobooy Behan leading a citadel fort at Tuono andieulog newey daily. It mentions the last battle of the civil war occurred on May 18, 1503 and that remaining veterans of Gat engagement are described as old men.
The lobby for free Cuban sugar and American beet sugar interests are poised for a confrontation in the next Congress. About eighty six new members will join, with existing members from the East already re-elected. The president’s train was delayed by crowds at stations as supporters admired the carriage.
Discoveries at Arixova lead to substantial low grade ore production but fuel costs inflate reduction, making profitable processing challenging.
A Cleveland savings bank suspended due to continued absence of its president, with his disappearance noted as a likely indicator of considering mind but lack of cash. Pneumonia deaths in New York City last year exceeded those from consumption, signaling a serious health concern.
The Manila mining bureau largely overstates prospects in the eastern districts. There are mines, but no El Dorado has been found to date.
The Bors mobilize again with General DeWet set to lead a sizable force in enemy territory. They are inflicting heavy costs on England as they push forward in the campaign with a strong contingent.
The fragment discusses a zone in the Ari home enterprise and a proposal by a venerable institution to call Apaches and others "Ameriods" by clipping "Americane In discs." The El Paso Herald praises clipping as a wind favorable to the American Todiane, noting a general stance that "Texan" favors such linguistic edits amid debates on identity and terminology.
The Tucson Citizen and Hon. M. Shannon, from Clifton, engage Mr Suanaon to supply daily editorial copy. The contract requires delivery of manuscripts each day of the month so printers need not call for copy. A passing town visit reveals a bag of ink and the influence of the editorial grip on judging by the enthusiasm in town.
Bisbee Joptings reports the town's events from Decoration Day plans to ball games with Naco, plus social gatherings, weather conjectures, and small incidents. Notables include Sam Sot ill with pneumonia, a horse wagon mishap on Main street, Opera House opening June 1, and community notices from the M E church to Woodmen of the World dances.
L Shattuck left for a mining trip to Sonora later this week. W H Brearley of Hauachuce Water Co visited from Tombstone regarding the shat company. A coke furnace was relieved by bringing in several carloads of coke. A baseball game in Neco Sun saw Birbee 10, Neconines 0 after five innings. Miner Toland sustained non serious head and shoulder injuries from a cave-in. Gov A Seay attended a Bisbee Mercantile stockholders meeting from Naco. C F Nichols departed for Bovora on mining business. Shipment of 1133 cattle from Doc Luis to Bakersfehl crossed the line via Spindie and others. John Negi, Italian boy, had forearm fracture from wagon accident. attended by company doctors and recovering. W D Murphy, longtime Arizona railroad foreman, arrived and will stay briefly. “Boud” Murphy noted for long residency.
The report notes Col. William Herring returning to Tusson and S. Pidwell’s visit, with various town figures and traders in town viewing future prospects. A jewel theft linked to Steve Skvemer leads to recovery in Los Angeles while New York con artists circulate “green goods” in Arizona. Oil field excitement grows around Texas Hill, Gila Bend, and nearby wells as Papago Indians stockpile and prepare for boring, with Salvation Army officers visiting and plans for services at a Methodist church. A Chinese merchant Bing Tang departs after a long stay, and a local burial is noted. The Fresno-like price and sales chatter mix with small-town notes about Fort Huachuca bidders and canteen closures, plus a freak pig with eight feet and four ears born near Meadview.
Notice to stockholders states a 2 percent dividend on capital stock to be paid at Treasurer Philip Berolsheimer’s New York City office. Accompanying the notice is a circular.
El Paso officials reach an agreement with Arizona Southeastern Railroad to grant a right of way into El Paso. President Douglas says the line will begin at one end and cross the Rio Grande, with a bridge ordered this week and completion aimed soon. The firm plans offices, depots, and warehouses in El Paso and may invest up to a million dollars. a refinery may follow. Tombstone sees a new saloon and eight taverns as a sign of coming growth.
Surveyors map a 30000 acre tract on the Colorado river near Fort Mobaye for irrigation and settlement. A colony is planned with agriculture horticulture and viticulture to follow. The Phoenix Gazette reports on veteran camps in Arizona New Mexico with Capt J L Alexander as commander and mentions ads for Mrs Irvin and Mrs Fieber involved in the Pan American Expo.
The Bisbro Dramatic Club performs in Tombstone Saturday evening with the high class comedy Mountain Wall. Managed by Roa Winstaoley, formerly of Bubble Theatre, the cast is well rehearsed and features several specialties between acts. Public health reports show 11,904 smallpox cases in the fall and winter through March 29, up from 7,279 the prior year.
Tartay's Sure reports Chas Freder suffers rheumnation while local baseball club drills for a 64 foot home run contest. Eliott arrives to hold services, and oil ventures mix with territory strikes. Phoenician finds potteries, and Globe notes rising girl babies and climate appeals. Workshops, exhibits, and a Mayors’ meeting frame a busy Arizona scene with diverse topics and local pride.
A playful excerpt argues a math riddle about Adam and Eve eating apples. It riffs that eight plus four yields eighteen or twenty six, then forty four and sixty, jokingly questioning how many more were eaten and promising further information to avoid misrepresentation of the puzzle.
Pauline ONeill widow and Eugene Brady ONeill brother of the late Captain Buckey ONeill of the Rough Riders wed in Phos with Larrdey noted. The ceremony recalls Buckey ONeill's service with Troop A at San Juan Hill in the Spanish American War.
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