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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1908
Page
4
The piece laments a recent election, depicting rain as a divine benediction that cools passions and reveals human limits. It argues the political struggle is ephemeral, urging Republicans to avoid generosity toward the vanquished and noting they are temporary beneficiaries of shifting circumstances.
A speaker urges staying with local opportunities in Cochise County, deriding distant “new strikes” as mirages. He warns amateurs that pursuit of elusive fortunes leads to loss, preferring solid homegrown propositions and cautioning against gambling on faraway prospects.
Time for Arizona to be watchful as citizens debate framing a constitution. The piece urges thoughtful input on the new state’s vital interests and warns against leaving the process to machine politicians seeking to benefit their own group.
Editorial commentary argues that victory should not breed complacency in the Arizona Republican Party and warns against false consolation after losses. It notes the Democratic regime slipped slightly this fall but deems the issue minor and unworthy of broad sympathy.
The text discusses hopes that the ex Ameri can Mining Congress will be hosted in Tombstone or Douglas rather than a pumpkin patch in Ohio, where farmers previously refused to host it. It notes last session’s political flavor and looks for more impartial action at the upcoming log conclave.
Godfrey, formerly of Bisbee and now in Tucson, is appointed territorial superintendent of public health to succeed the late Dr. J. W. Goleman. He has long served with Drs. Edmundson and Caven in Bisbee and Calumet & Arizona, bringing experience in safeguarding public health and promising to implement modern methods in Arizona.
A vivid account praises a sunset over Arizona near Tombstone, describing gold and silver hues across clouds and mesas. The writer laments not capturing the genuine scene and contrasts it with local reports in The Prospector, expressing pride in the territory and its beauty.
Otto R. Hansen of Milwaukee filed suit in Phoenix court seeking repayment of two notes totaling roughly $1,860 from J. Ernest Walker. The notes were issued in Walker's earlier days and before his disappearance from Phoenix. The plaintiff asks court to collect on the notes and recover the property of cureties.
Governor Kibbey extends executive clemency to Mexican and American convicts working at Borner prison. Credit earned reduces life sentences. additional good conduct credits apply. Names and release dates include Eusibio Arbiso November 6 and eight others from Graham, Tina, Pinal, Santa Cruz, Cochise, Cosonine counties with releases through November 28. Arnulfo Valencia also pardoned by recommendation for imminent death to see his family.
Troops F and G under Maj. HOT Allen will move to Fort Huachuca while Capt James Longstreet Jr. leads troops E and I to Fort Apache. Three hundred horses stay with the Fifth Cavalry. Quartermaster at St Paul lines up rail transport with the Northern Pacific for the move to the new stations.
The International Typographical Union considers establishing a tuberculosis sanitarium in Arizona, to be known as the tent city, with six months to spend up to $10,000 for site and facilities at Home Point. The plan includes a branch home for the National Painters' Home near Tombstone and would generate revenue for the city.
The Bank of Yume, which failed four years ago, was closed this week and Receiver Michelson granted his discharge. Total indebtedness reached 471009, with creditors paid 7 cents on the dollar. Yuma residents led looters in the collapse, though Cochise county residents also suffered small losses.
Pearce November 17 report shows teachers planning a Tombstone institute visit. Miss Martha Neal to read at session. Young People chaired temperance service with Rev. A J Benedict. Upcoming Thanksgiving service November 23 with Mrs A Y Smith leading. Music program planned. A two year old trained by Mr Mattingly set for a horse race on November 19. Courtland Sunday school growing toward permanence. Mrs Ed Brown praised as superintendent. Superintendent Tatter of the C A work to convene an eye specialist visit.
A Phoenix gathering witnessed a rare display of emotion from Tho Seang just after a deportation order. Seang, in Arizona fourteen years on a forgery-tainted certificate, showed distress before officers who doubt his involvement in the fraud. His case foreshadows further court actions as Asiatic exclusion laws tighten.
City authorities act to curb diphtheria outbreak in Tempe by ordering temporary closure of the training department at the Normal school follows the mayor's order amid fears of a broader epidemic.
Thursday's Daily notes rapid settlement of Sulphur Springs valley by homesteaders and agricultural efforts. Mentions Mr Harry Kekermai carpenter and contractor receiving a baby girl. requests for rooms to accommodate visiting guests and contact with J Acksuller, County School Supt. Neil Bastey gains legislative support by one vote after unpacking his grip. Discusses expected changes in duties and business plans, with satirical remarks on County and national governance.
A large crowd attended the Halliday company stage production of The Devil at the Schieffelin last night. The performance drew praise for Robt McKim as the Devil and Fannie Brownidge as Madam Hoffman, with Elsa and Mimi delivering notable turns. Vaudeville billed afterward promised a strong showing, including Oscar K. Goll’s Elks Eleven Oclock Song.
A large share of registered voters did not cast ballots in the recent election, with turnout around 16.6 percent of registered. Total registered 17810, voters who voted 1486, and several towns showing lower or higher compliance.
Tombstone residents discuss Thecus J Ryan as an alleged hero after a traveling salesman helps pursue a diamond heist. A woman in Sunset depot San Aston Texas embraced him claiming to be his daughter and vanished, but Ryan reported the theft of 25 diamonds from his foot jewelry and sought clues from the unidentified woman.
Lawrence B. Crousdale of Tucson has been appointed an engineer in the reclamation service and assigned to duty in New Mexico. He will likely be connected with the Elephant Butte project now under construction, backed by residents of El Paso Texas and the Rio Grande valley.
A sober horse hired out to two intoxicated men endured a tragic accident when they fired a six shooter accidentally and killed the animal. The incident highlights the cruelty faced by the horse through no fault of its own.
Clerk Berner issues certificates of election to numerous county officers including Ben Goodrich Arsenbly Neill Mail e Feed Sutter Osear Roberts Re Hymen Suck White Sheriff W Hicks treasurer A McDonald Jjob othen district attorney EH Stover School Superintendent 5.8 McNeish surveyor Jacob scheerer G J McUnbe supervisors PEROINCT OFFICN RL Tombatine Daniel McParland JP Liew Beavin Constable Yishoe T D Burdick J P Morris High JP DE Twoomes Con Par ley MeKtea Con jnowell Oxon Murphy JP LE Bailey Con Naco J M Halls P JJ Newell Con Doughes Ben Rice JP Frank Clark Con Pirtlegill William Taylor JP Clarence Reese Con Hereford CH Holmes JP HE ier Con Tarr Canyon W J Berner JP E J Foster Con Fort Huachuca Sidney Simpson JP Turner Con Fairbank John Stone JP Wm Bennett Con Benson H J Cheseldine JP Frank Trask Cop Willcox J C Page JP Bud Snow Fitz David H O Post JP BH Tile ton Con Teviton H Hendrick JP WT Williams Con Pearce Wm D Monmonier JP Scott Gatlit Con Gleeson Sydney Ridgeway JP J 4 Bright Con Pardiso IC Hancock JP JC Soryolt
C W McKee of McKee's Cash Store filed a damages suit in Phoenix against Southern Pacific for 148.75 after a carload of Oregon potatoes was delayed and arrived badly damaged. The shipment from Gervais Oregon took sixteen days to traverse about 1600 miles at four mph. The railroad urged acceptance with a thirty day payment promise, but the claim was finally denied after investigators and attorney advice.
Counterfeit half dollars in circulation in Tucson detected by locals. The coins, made of white metal, resemble genuine coins but are lighter and do not jingle. A reader notes several have appeared recently and warns to watch for bogus money. The article also reports $1,310 raised for Associated Charities of Phoenix on Tag Day, with first prize going to Miss Sallie Jacobs for selling $66.10 worth of tags.
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