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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1892
Page
2
Fragmentary 19th century note from Cochise County Arizona discussing statehood loss, party clashes between Republicans Democrats and Populists, and predictions for future elections. Mentions Mickey Stewart opposition to constitution, unemployed resolution in London, Texas election bets, Oregon fusion under Australian law, Kansas campaigning intensity, and Tombstone betting odds.
Arizona's World's Fair Commission er and the Adjutant General of the Territory are in jail for contempt of court. If that is not a subject for the Arizona Kicker to dwell upon the editor of that mysterious weekly is hard to please.
Tax voters in Pennsylvania face a crowded field with five tickets in the contest Democratic Republican Prohibition People's Party and Socialist. The array reflects diverse political options and signals a heated campaign season across the state.
Tar Deming and Fairbank road would pass Guadalupe canyon and Sulphur Spring valley near Tombstone to reach Fairbank. The survey was made years ago and a portion below Tombstone has been built as part of the grade.
Arizonans show interest only in a clean sweep of federal officers for the territory. Many have held posts well, but they must go with those who disgraced the appointments. Arizona suffered in the past four years and hopes the next slate will avoid a crooked deal.
The Prosepector notes lack of facts in the contempt case against Arizona Enterprise. Ex Judge Barnes, once jailed Prospectos editor for criticizing a decision, is now a defendant and owner in the Enterprise case for criticizing jury actions against publishers.
The article asserts some Cochise county districts pay teachers to do nothing and in Bohn district teachers attend school without a pupil present. It argues a nonoperating compulsory attendance law in Cochise, unlike other territories where the law works. It blames those responsible for enforcing attendance.
In Tombstone citizens are reminded of their city election responsibilities. Voters face a choice between the current officers who have served two years and a new slate. The message urges support for continuity if duties were well performed or change if affairs were neglected.
The Arizona Enterprise editors faced heavy penalties from Judge Sloan, prompting denunciation of a law that allows arrest and imprisonment without trial. The piece calls for legislative action to protect press freedom and public-benefit reporting, urging nationwide discussion on constitutional liberties and government power.
The Prospector defends Mark Smith's role in securing a $10,000 levee appropriation for Yuma. It argues the Yuma Sentinel wrongly claims he had nothing to do with obtaining the funding. It cites Smith's Congressional Speaker records and appeals to Senators Dolph and Mitchell as proof of his direct effort.
The Phoenix speech by Mark Smith, praised for its sentiment, is challenged by the Phoenix Republican for allegedly copying words from J. C. Burrows who reportedly adopted the lines for use in stump speeches and Congress. The exposed verse envisions a dawn of a mighty future with equal rights and a united nation under a rising industrial era.
U S Senator Quay met Republican leaders and said the administration is faultless and the country favors Republican rule. He believes Harrison will be reelected and carry New York, Indiana, and Connecticut, with the electoral vote tipping the scales. He notes New York could decide the race without Indiana and Connecticut if needed.
Our correspondent reports Lieut. Fuller and his Dragoon command remain on duty near Dragoon while officers hunt for the Kid. Fuller was bitten by a centipede on the night of the 1st and returned to Bowie for a few days. A scout of another unit passed on the 3d going east. Captain Wygant's command has returned to Fort Hunt. No sign of the Kid yet. his whereabouts remain a mystery.
City election results from two years ago show mayor and council seats by ward. Emanuel R leads First Ward with 33 votes and Fourth Ward 93, totaling 138. Cobn D tallies 67, 85, 71, 56 for a 279 total. Simmons R totals 155. Ryan D totals 226. Kiighaum has 41. Walker R 43. Fuse D 49. Cummings R 50. Hare D 78. Smith R 50. Bignon D 37. Princeville R 93.
The Enterprise publishers faced Judge Richard E. Sloan over contempt claims tied to comments about Cameron. The editorial argues the sentence was vindictive, uninformed and could chill public criticism, noting no juror evidence of influence and likening the action to despotism rather than justice.
City Convent met in regular session to name officers of election in each ward. Ward results include Ballot Clerk Tom Twomey and tally clerk Geo Thomas Walsh. Fourth Ward officials listed. Freight bill of 9.40 for bell from Protection Howe Co paid to A W Smith who advanced funds. Brief note on Republican committee funding Mickey Stewart election.
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