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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1910
Page
4
The text notes Maine Republican voters distrust Taft's piecemeal tariff plan and demand revenue tariff relief at the earliest moment. It likens rising living costs to nerves frayed by prices and hints at Tombstone mining prospects showing signs of revival and a thriving camp ahead.
The remark questions Taft’s loyalty to Roosevelt and party unity as Maine shifts to Democrats and Congress loses grip. It counsels President Taft to trust neither faction and maintain resolve despite political disloyalty rumors.
A reader’s excerpt argues that people imitate both ass and hog in habits. It notes hogs do not harm themselves by excess, but men ruin health by abusing their stomachs. The author urges reason and temperance beyond animal appetites.
An upbeat viewpoint extols a man who sees the bright side of life and cherishes friendship and company beyond any dollar measure. The saying emphasizes personal qualities over wealth in evaluating companionship and value.
The Cababi Mining company plans the first Arizona wireless telegraph installation for industrial use to link the Cababi mines in the Gadsbi region with Tucson offices 65 miles away. The system aims to cut costs versus a telephone line and will handle business messages between mine and office.
A condensed roundup covers col J K Shoemaker’s sudden death in Los Angeles, bids rejected for a $35,000 sewer bond issue, a fatal pulmonary hemorrhage in Douglas, iron property sale at Oro Grande, temporary work pause at Black Mountain Mines, and rail fare adjustments near Phoenix. Also notes John D Robinson’s remarriage, Tyucon University law class, bullion imports, county bounties for game hides, bank presidency resignation, district court calendar, and local mining and development moves in Bisbee Nogales and surrounding towns. Some incidents include a boy killed near Morenci and cowboys rioting in Winkleman, with regional mining activity and ore movements highlighted.
William Reid of Reidville Oil Company announces a 4300 pound drilling rig will operate in Davidson Canyon in the Catalinas by mid November. The outfit is finished in Jersey City and to be loaded for shipment to Arizona by October 15. A rock sample from the site yields 3 degrees proof oil and rock content averaging 6 to 15 percent.
Census director in Washington finally discloses Arizona population figures after delays by Towle. Officials speculate that city boosts may be inflated, noting strong territorial growth over the past decade and uncertainty about the true counts.
Information indicates the Southern Pacific will immediately reconstruct the Tucson shops recently destroyed by fire. New buildings will follow the plans used for the three structures ruined in the blaze, with drawings underway for the forthcoming facilities.
Interest centers on placer ground two to three miles east of Nogales with multiple claims located. An assay from bed rock by Mr. O Keefe shows 1174 gold per ton. another sample above bed rock yields 50 cents per ton. O Keefe estimates average value near one dollar per ton across the covering earth. Hydraulic operations in California yield around fifteen cents per yard and show potential returns.
Territorial fair races for November 7 to 12 drew more entries than any prior event on the Grand Circuit. Secretary Christy reported a levee rating discovery and many top horses entered, promising strong performances at a premier track in Arizona.
The Knights of Columbus of Ari sone and nationwide groups plan October 12 Columbus Day events. The date marks Columbus first setting foot on what is now American soil, a fact widely known or taught.
Tomorrow marks the city primary with little public interest and only 20 contests listed. The sole Democratic race is for Chief of Police between incumbent George Bravie and William A Robinson. Republicans face no contest. Local campaigning will begin after nominations.
Earth tremors persist in Coconino County with daily shocks near a central origin. Reports note widespread ground vibration, increasing intensity, and unsettling topography as scientists from Washington and the Geological Survey arrive to study the unusual seismic pattern.
The Phoenix Democrat reports Dan Massie of Los Angeles found fifteen dynamite charges at the gas works and outlines a plot to destroy the facility. He claims authorities may be suppressing the information and cites other sites attacked in Los Angeles, including Zoshande laar and Otis homes.
District Attorney Williams notes a short criminal term with three murder cases on the docket. The Sande case from Dougine, Hart's trial for killing Arthur Besn in Johnson addition, and a Mexican murder case from Bows are listed, with other matters occupying time.
Professor Thornber of the University agricultural experiment station announced a forthcoming pamphlet titled Grazing Ranges of the Territory. Director Forbes noted summer work, fruit crop shipments, and five Sint corm specimens from Snowflake. Reports an accident near Copper Canyon injuring Hugh E Campbell and a Papago village melee near Cass Grande ending in a death.
A New York dispatch reports former Sonora Governor Rafael Arabal of Mexico died at sea from brain congestion. The 61 year old was returning from months in European health resorts aboard the steamship Lasavoi c outward bound from Havre.
The district court records show Roth Nash versus Herbert Nash for divorce and George Ziede versus Frank Ziede, with a script of judgment from the justice of the peace court, totaling 270 dollars and 10 dollars 80 cents. In probate, the estate of Florence C Austin lists RL McCorkle, L Fokes, and EC Bisir as appointed appraisers.
At Yuma the grand jury reported the Parker Post former editor JJ Healy faced perjury charges and was discharged the case noted as dismissed by the grand jury observers in court records
Mrs. AT Hoy widow of AvaT Hoy murdered at the Bisbee Daily Review linotype office en route to Los Angeles to aid the Times in supplying linotype operators. She wired Harry Chandler offering services and will help until the Times can hire a full crew. Her son Theodore Hoy works as an operator in the Review, following his father’s trade.
A distorted OCR phrase hints at a lighthearted piece on wit and style. The readable bits point to a small humorous column featuring a nickname or name Cait and a playful cue about clever wording. The rest remains unclear.
Rew and Miss Anna M Cowans wed in Wilcos and plan a home there. Mrs Robt Perrifeft heads to Wilmington Calif to join her husband. Local notices mention events, visitors, and a prisoner pursuit as authorities seek requisition papers.
Miss Meribell Williams and Mr Francia Cratls wed in El Paso in a secret ceremony near the Rio Grande. The match linked Tombstone residents as families and friends showered the couple with congratulations and rice at their wedding journey.
Senators J W Bailey and A J Beveridge will visit Phoenix during fair week. The pair are described as leading national statesmen and voices for Arizona statehood. The article notes Bailey as Democratic Senate leader and Beveridge as a scholar and advocate. their Phoenix visit aims to meet citizens and support the statehood bill. It also mentions Mt Graham Lumber Mills at Bafford facing delays due to water scarcity affecting lumber transport.
Miss Rockfellow and party observed a cattle roundup with about 3000 head or more across the Hat 0. Several figures including Madison Hood and J. M McFaty traveled to Lyngles. Dr. Cunningham and wife departed for the constitutional convention. Delegates elected in the county pledged to pursue direct registration. Prisoners were brought in by deputy Hall for the Hotel de White stay. John G Wooley arrived for a Methodist church address, hosted by Attorney O. Gilnon. Frank Basle and Earle visit Tombstone, with Hershal Mining figures in Unie district amid ongoing local activity.
A brief U S court session was held with Judge Dean, Assistant Diet Attorney Forest, and U S Marabal Overlook in attendance. Some court orders were entered and official accounts audited. Attorneys Marchel and others will return to Tucson this afternoon. Judge Dean will complete a trip to Mougina and assume artwork duties at Nogales Monday.
Ranch marketed by John C. Anderson offers 26 acres with windmill and tank, horse facilities, open land ready for plowing, bored well 35 feet deep with 7 inch casing, suitable to pump water, corral and small pasture near house, lumber and tools, blacksmith shop, machinery, and near old homestead. North of Soldier Hole, Sulphur Spring Valley. Ownership notes poor health. inviting inspection.
The Department of the Interior announces public sale of 258 tracts in the Camp Bowie Arizona abandoned military reservation. Tracts cover 10,415.96 acres with appraised prices from 125 to 2.50 per acre. Sale begins October 10 1910 at 9 a.m. in Phoenix conducted by the land office official.
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