The Two Tickets
A fragment lists names Lew Packard Stephen Romer sfakihirer J Howell Frank Hare Wm Privcher. No context or details accompany the names.
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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1902
Page
2
A fragment lists names Lew Packard Stephen Romer sfakihirer J Howell Frank Hare Wm Privcher. No context or details accompany the names.
A Sunday note suggests Gen Alger and Gen Miles may share a canteen again as Cochise county nominees prepare for a November victory. The Democratic outlook is described as rosy in the Tombstone Epitaph.
The Cochise County Republicans argue that population and taxable property growth require higher county expenses. They say current assessable worth supports no need for big increases and warn against claims to otherwise. They stress business-like scrutiny of costs tied to growth.
The piece critiques side choices in a coal strike, arguing no side has solid justification without resorting to dubious statistical juggling. It highlights how numbers can be manipulated to sway public opinion and policy.
A remark suggests that if J. Pierpont Morgan enters politics he would exercise all his talent and energy, implying notable capability and impact in public life.
Col Wilson wins acclaim across Arizona where voters respond positively. He aims for a Democratic majority that he will be proud to lead.
The note laments eastern politicians traveling to New Mexico Territory to claim a share of elective offices once statehood arrives, noting "has been" politicians seek positions as Arizona follows a similar path.
The writer questions the prosperity narrative of the Republican papers and asks readers to consider who benefits. They argue wages fall while living costs rise and deride trusts, noting air remains uncorraled and alludes to the Arizona area and figures like Piepont Morgan.
Bisbee and Clifton played a two game set this morning with Clifton winning 11 to 3 behind Babe Armstrong for Tucson. In the afternoon Clifton held a 4 to 0 lead until Bisbee rallied to win 8 to 6 as Godfrey hit two home runs and added two more hits.
An improvised citizen gathering of about 35 residents convened Saturday evening to select a full slate for city offices. Go Raffer y chaired with A W Howe as secretary, announcing nominees for constable mayor councilman ward representatives and chief of poll.
A Tucson hotel manager plans a libel suit against The Miner for a two column write up condemning local hotels including Hotel Oradart. He alleges the piece maligned the industry and aims to influence a jury, with attorneys hired to pursue damages. The report also notes regional business visits and local board actions.
MP Boaz of the Exposed Reef Co returns home from Cleveland Ohio after business with the company. He says he was in Atroa Ono when the astrocs republica occurred. Republic papers report 25,059,000 people in line for a parade, with other views on the event. Boag plans extensive work at the company property in the Huachucas after the trip.
Dierk J F Duncan submitted his resignation to the Board of Supervisors after a period of informal pressure. The judge, praised for his efficient service and introduced innovations, regrets his departure though the board has not yet acted on the resignation.
From Fairbank Arizona Oct 6 1902 the correspondent reports twenty two straight democrat votes in a precinct and a fusion ticket for peace and constable. Postoffice and northern Sonora ranch connections are planned to aid residents. Visitors from Tombstone and Phoenix arrive as desert town news covers trains, bandits, and business moves including refrigerator car orders for Sonora orange shipments and a mineral exhibit funding dispute in Los Angeles.
The article notes Tombstone and Cochise County figures including C H Bob Own and Jas Akore, with praise for Sheriff Lewis amid accusations. It claims locals favor the sheriff against insinuations and asserts support will rally near election day. It mentions Priscott postmaster Akershet planning to relocate and start a business locally.
The United States Geological Survey under Henry Gannett conducts topographic surveys and timber assessments of forest reserves. Work this season covers Arena New Mexico and Utah, with continued examination of San Francisco Mountain northern and southern sections and related reserves including Black Mesa Arizona Gila River New Mexico and Utah Uintah areas.
A sensational report in the Bibes Miner and Review claimed Romero, a Tombstone jail escapee under sentence of death, was killed by a ranger near Ban Bernardino. Officials deny any evidence and Coroners are notified to hold inquiries. Romero is believed in Mexico. Sheriff Lewis expected to pursue his capture.
Bisbee jottings report a man injured by a mine shaft accident and another seriously hurt in Bisbee. Mrs. Morgan, a longtime circus figure, died and was buried. Local political figures and mining property news fill the day with various arrivals and appointments. A gasoline store explosion alarmed firefighters but caused minimal damage.
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