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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1901
Page
2
A fragmented editorial fragment discusses Republicans denouncing Bryan as an anarchist and Democrats facing their next platform, suggesting a choice of broad principles. The piece cites Jefferson on deportation as a historical touchstone, noting no change to the core forces and fees of the state.
The Topeka Journal notes improved chances for statehood in Oklabets Arizona and New Mexico, citing many Rough Riders in those territories as a supporting context.
A fragmented report notes Whe Barre resisting beyond September 15 the proclaimed ceasefire, with Boers reportedly capturing a British company and two cannon. An Oklahoma contractor describes Czolgoer as less anarchist and more nihilist, a distinction deemed of little practical consequence.
The railroad from Fairbanks to College Peak will complete a main line via Tombstone on the El Paso and Southwestern, vastly improving transport for perishable goods livestock and passengers. It will offer a scenic route through mountains and valleys boosting tourism and climate appeal while unlocking mineral lands in southeastern Cochise County. Tombstone and the district’s mining interests expect renewed activity and broader public benefits from through-rail connectivity.
A reflective piece recounts a boyhood schemer who traded tricks for gain, later amassing a vast fortune through a watered stock empire. His meteoric rise ends with a collapsed venture, revealing a billionaire who left money behind as heat and memory fade.
Bisbee society items report a Cactus Dancing club party with about fifty couples, local payroll checks from A and SE Ry Co at Bill Paso, new Copper Queen Co Presbyterian patronage on Quality Hill, and Miss Pearl Crawford departing for Pasadena. Notes cover baseball games, shop openings, new hotel nearing completion, injuries, a pet Gila monster at Bank Exchange, and a Mexicans incident near Brewery Gate. Also mention moves to Copper Queen hotel, and Ladies Aid meeting next Wednesday.
The Tombstone mining report notes the Comstock as the county’s largest new boounsa with a crosscut 5 feet deep reaching the wall and exposing 62 feet of ore valued at 810 to 16 per ton in gold. Manager Bagg hails the property as highly promising, claiming it may yield the banner mine of the region.
The Mine and Metallurgy Building for the World’s Fair is set to be a colossal 690 by 1200 foot hall. The Mines and Metallurgy committee led by W J Kinsella, aided by Directors Day and Ward, has advanced planning with expert appointments boosting the department’s exhibit, promising the most complete and striking presentation yet at a World’s Exposition.
The Douglas diary records the passenger depot nearing completion under Supt Sid Willians of Moote Zuma Copper Co, mentions Napotari, Mex as a traveler to Bisbee, and notes a petition to appoint a precinct constable. It lists local moves, mining-interests visits by Shattuck and Malheim, typhoid illness of Myrtle, and deaths of JE Froper. Also reports on road grading by Robinson & Tooney and ranches near town.
A bashful suitor visits a girl as a storm nears. He forgets to comb his hair and drops his fork. He misreads his shirt as missing clothing and stuffs the garment into his trousers. The tablecloth falls, dishes break, and he dashes out, leaving the girl on the lookout for a less bashful suitor.
Tax Collector Scribner presents a souvenir notice stating taxes are due at 3.20 per 100 with a possible 5 percent penalty after the third Monday in December. The piece argues the rate is the second lowest in Arizona and notes last year’s rate was 1.05 higher, urging citizens to meet the levy to support county upkeep and growth.
A report notes Anzona’s record hey harvest while Sbie cites 10,000,000 as a fair market estimate. Public sentiment in Arizona is split over water scarcity with a view of the region as a wasteland of cacti. Los Angeles Express outlines a tense debate on future supplies and value.
Frank J. Cheyney of F. J. Cheyney & Co. swears as senior partner that the Toledo firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The affidavit was sworn December 6 before A. L. Gasleon, Public. Hall's remedy is described as being taken internally and absorbed by mucus surfaces.
The board of supervisors prepares for tomorrow's regular quarterly session. Wood contractor JC Beaning6elt of Ft Huschucs is noted among visiting figures. Tombstone and surrounding mines progress, with the Willisme Grand Canyon railway trains now running to the brink. Governor Murphy has filed his annual interior report, and Tombstone laws update with a new Arizona code requiring foreign corporations to appoint a resident agent and file filings. Artisanal water drilling continues at Holbrook, and Hugh H Price is recently commissioned as territorial surveyor general by President Roosevelt. Obituaries report the passing of Benson merchant J M Castaneda, with funeral at Benson cemetery. Excursion rates to multiple cities are listed by the T&P, with tickets from El Paso through to Cleveland, Cincinnati, and other destinations.
The article lists scattered notes from Phoenix and surrounding areas including education losses, a teacher’s event, and a public notice. It mentions overcounted teachers, a meeting postponement, a Pima tribe incident near Phoenix, a lawyer’s sister, a saloon case, a monster Gila capture in Clifton, and upcoming Teacher's Institute plans involving Pima Santa Cruz Cochise and possibly Yuma counties. The piece also notes rental listings and a department for classifieds in The Phoenix Phosrace Forum.
The Phoenix Gezorte of Baturdey reports WC Greese of Arizona bought a motor car for 15000, the highest price for any auto. It is said to reach 90 miles in 24 hours, averaging 37.5 mph. Initially presented to Helen Gould, the Indy declined, and it sold today at auction, with Mr Greene the top bidder and George Gould bidding 914.900.
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