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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1898
Page
2
A fragmented 19th century Arizona report notes mixed campaign talk in Cochise and Santa Barbara counties. It highlights Col Wilson as a free silver advocate and predicts strong silver sentiment shaping election outcomes against gold standard Republicans.
The Prospector criticizes some Republican county candidates for Cochise and asks if they endorse gold standard positions. It argues those backing the gold plank betrayed bi metallic aims of 1867 and warns voters will rebuke such stance at the polls. It notes not all Republicans are goldbugs and praises silver advocates among the party.
An eminent jurist argues that ballot reform in New York is necessary because politicians seek perpetual control. The piece cites other reforms, notably Hestetter's Stomach Bitters, praised for combating disease from weak stamina and digestive issues and valued as a tonic. Also mentions Cascarets and a garbled closing line.
Bisbee notes report COPPERINGS and UW lodge gathering with comments on local candidates and precinct tickets. Mentions Judge Sanford visiting Prescott, Rough Riders in town, hospital recoveries, and a Republican platform endorsement with Col. A. O. Brodie as delegate.
In Bisbee an inquest reveals Hobson found dead with a pistol and morphine use. A transom sighting placed him in Norton’s room. unsigned notes mention a grip and suit for burial. Letters to Brasee and Nichole point to arranged grips, while a messenger era hints at Grand Reef misfortune and a move toward Globe.
The fragmentary text portrays a Fairbank mayoral candidate promising popular support and a beer tax plan, urging voters to consider his platform. It references local political figures, a court-related note, and concerns about public order and recreation, including marble games for keys and criticisms of competing candidates.
The piece notes voter discontent with the county Republican stance on the gold standard and digs into criticisms of silent support for silver. It mentions divisions within the party, calls for explicit declination of silver, and references local figures amid Arizona political activity. Marre and wife leave Tucson as Marre serves as U.S. grand juror, and Georgs Mintz travels to Globe to work on a Globe Times spelling project. Phoenix friends offer encouragement.
Odd clipping describes baking powder claims for no lime or alum and a stray horse notice. A cattle roundup notice invites Jim Fourr to Deegoon Summit and a round up at Curry's ranch on October 19 with a start at Charleston on the 20th, advancing along the San Pedro to the Huwehacas line near the Fort.
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