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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1910
Page
2
A vintage political forecast notes Tuesday’s election could sweep Democratic victories nationwide. The writer predicts the next Congress will be Democratic and major gains in the United States Senate.
The El Paso Times last Saturday issued a 52 page edition to mark the opening of the El Paso fair and celebrate the paper's recent improvements. Tur Proe-Peesom congratulates the Times publishers and Pass City business leaders for public spirit and generosity behind the notable issue.
The Arizona constitutional convention enters its fourth week of work. While its pace is slow, observers deem it commendable given the need for a carefully and conscientiously drafted document before submission to voters, congressional review, and presidential approval.
Arizona's population rose from 59 620 in 1900 to 122 931 in 1900 and 204 354 in 1910, with a 66.2 percent gain in the last decade. The vast area hosts rapid growth, suggesting progress unlikely to stop soon despite waste in parts of the land.
Fragmented text notes a census data shift since 1900 and mentions a strong financial sector, with figures like $73,144 and $1,701,673.07. References to banks and territorial resources hint at a broad economic assessment amid political change.
A compendium of short notices covers street beautification in Phoenix by hiring a Riverside gardener, local burglaries in Douglas, Del Cody’s winter plans for Tucson, and plans for fairs, river trade, and railway activity. It notes civic appointments, building totals in Tucson, and upcoming territorial events including a San Diego league gathering and San Antonio congress.
A legislative committee reported on Saturday the initiative and referendum plan, noting differences from Oregon. A recall proposal is expected with debate about recalls for judiciary. Propositions on primary, campaign contributions publicity, and direct advisory votes were favorably reported, while educational qualifications were opposed. A juvenile court proposal for counties and a ban on lawsuits seeking damages for death or injury were discussed, with a before and after publicity proposition passing 49 to 1.
A prop osition No. 68 from Art Lynch of Graham county proposes to require preliminary examination before felony prosecutions by information and to limit prosecutions by information to certain courts. It also prescribes grand jury drawing and summoning only by superior court order.
Silver has climbed past 56 3/4 cents per ounce, the highest in nearly three years. Analysts note the gain could boost Tombstone mining in Arizona, with many small mines now unprofitable set to benefit as prices climb.
Brigadier General Earl B Thames commanding the Department of the Colorado travels to Tucson for a visit to the army post. The official schedule places the visit in November.
Officials and residents from Tombstone Bisbee and Lowell figure in a district court session with jurors summoned including Sharien Mose George Hutu and Jane Rabling. Witnesses John Foster and JOA Stone travel from Benson and Bisbee as audience and testimony rise amid local civic activity and railroad progress reports.
Henry P McCoy of Tucson received a silver medal and 1000 dollars from the Carnegie Hero Commission for rescues seven years earlier. The commission had last located McCoy after he vanished from Tucson and had been in Hominia and Shanghai since the event.
Income figures for Arizona presidential post offices show Phoenix leading the territory, with Tucson second. The 1890 year’s totals indicate most offices operate at a loss or near break even, reflecting prior year business. Listed amounts include Benson 2382 5, Bisbee 2905, Courtland 5684 57, Douglas 2791 23, Globe 4423 5, Grand Canyon 21 191 87, and overall total 48,796.
A brief note from Tempe records shows Williams Winslow Yuwe at a local meet held near Towhbatone Street in Willcox. The fragmentary text confirms two participants and a venue reference.
A garbled tribute to Colonel Pickett and Colonel Greenlee recounts tentative support among county Democrats. The piece cites old war memories and the value of conservative principles while praising Pickett as an advanced voice in Southern politics and urging public engagement in upcoming party discussions.
WG Wingfield of Roth reports a conning factor at the Verde ranch storing over 10000 cans of apples peaches pears and plums. He says the facility will surpass the cannery capacity next year with renewed effort and plans.
Many delegates will attend from Tucson and Phoenix as fire department leaders join the Arizona Fires War's convention. Expected delegates include Flagatat and others, with speeches planned and a large luncheon served.
The new Arizona line under General Manager Clayton Alewady is rushed toward completion with 27 miles finished and in operation. About 15 miles more are under construction and the route will include 10 tunnels none exceeding 400 feet. The line will deliver a 14 percent average grade overall amid desert conditions.
A statement by RS Stubba, assistant general freight and passenger agent of the Southern Pacific, outlines an improved substitute service between Tuc Sot and Woogalesen within the next ten days. The plan aims to replace the current weekly schedule with a more frequent operation.
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