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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1891
Page
7
The piece notes a Denver mining congress this week and calls for full attendance by Arizona delegates. It references Governor Russel and ties statehood sentiment to self-interest and political loyalty, urging voters to consider who serves their interests rather than party whims.
The Florence Enterprise reports a push to remove Col Christ from the Republican fold amid talk of party realignment. The piece mocks political tactics, notes debates over policy with Mexico and Lower California, and hints at a controversial witness trend as public interest grows.
A convention resolution urges uniting the Knights of Labor with the American Federation of Labor. If accepted, over 600,000 laboring men would be organized. The note details Indian depredation claims up to Nov 1 including totals of 21,241,918 dollars, with Texas 1500 claims and Arizona the largest at 1,251,250 dollars.
Coxcuristas Denoux of Ohio, elected Democrat, blames leadership for not defending the silver plank. He argues Freesilver remains popular and would have won wider support in Ohio, suggesting a constitutional vote could pass by a four to one margin.
G W Curtsey led a Saturday night gathering at Schieffelin hall praising statehood and signing support. Despite Republican critics many stock subscribers for the railroad now fund real backing, as the effort shifts from debate to action. The hostility around the railroad fades as supporters contribute funds to advance the project.
Prom Tuesday's Daily notes Mrs. Slaughter ill in Tombstone and George Cheyney aboard a southbound stage. Dr. Goodfellow travels to Benson then Tucson. The Russel Company nears Tombstone from El Paso as George Christ attends a Republican meeting. Colonists head to Topolobampo. mask ball costumes teased. Local grand juries oppose compelled service. Tombstone railroad push gains pace. Copies privacy: a bio of Extra Billy Smith appears. Independence mine owners visit Tombstone. World’s Fair threats from Chicago anarchists spark fear. Mexican silver payments surge before tariff. Employment service advertises help nationwide. Austrian pork import repeal anticipated. A golden eagle with Forepaugh label shot near Globe. Ed mds Act divorce trend noted in Yavapai. Mask Carnival and Fort Huachuca stories mix with smelter plans and survey work. The New Sioux in Tombstone promises goods at fair prices. Writings from WCTU Boston address prohibition urged support.
In Nogales a feud centers on the American Consul Deves H. Sarrn and customs collector Christ over a wash of Mr. Smith. Smith alleges confiscation of his dirty clothes by guards. Christ accuses and countersmears, prompting sharp exchanges and legal notices. The saga includes bills, shawl, and cloth values and ends with crude diplomatic jabs and a suggestion to send the items to President Harrison as a Christmas present.
The London Chronicle cites Shanghai correspondence confirming a Japanese fleet agreement to aid China in emergencies while American Admiral in Honolulu pushes bellicose posture. The report hints at seizing Honolulu under U S protection. A separate sales note offers free samples and high commissions to agents in New York.
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