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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1896
Page
2
The piece argues for silver remonetization and a silver standard as national policy. It notes political campaigns around Bryan and remonetization, and describes a lively county race with claims of fairness. It criticizes county supervisors for not publishing minutes and for bid procedures on printing the great register, urging reform.
In Bisbee on October 1, 1896, a delayed item notes Mrs. LC Rooney leaving for the east for professional care with Gladys. A Surprise party honors Miss Millie Keller Inst evening with friends. Jim Buckley becomes a father. Johnson and Mike Brophy share in the store’s bustle. The town comments on the Daily Democrat’s dwindling influence and local Republican nominees, with mentions of Bryan’s campaign miles.
A question has arisen in the northern part of the territory about whether any current supervisors shall hold over or if an entirely new board should be elected in the several counties. The prevailing view favors creating a new board, believed to be the correct interpretation of the law, and the matter may be considered by the next legislature.
A senate figure or columnist presents a coin riddle contrasting a wage earner with a W cent piece and a mine owner with a 10 cent piece, framed as a playful poser about coin values and economic roles. The exact source phrasing is unclear but the item resembles a political or educational sidebar using currency as a metaphor.
Cincinnati Enquirer staffer John KR McLean offers wagers on the Ohio vote with Bryan vs McKinley. He bets 10 000 against 78 000 that Bryan carries Ohio and 20 000 against 10 000 that Bryan wins Canton by more votes.
The prohibition candidate for governor withdraws from the contest and urges supporters to back Bryan. The prohibition party polled 45,000 votes in Illinois in the last election, reflecting its prior statewide presence.
Flood damage closes the Pacific track from Mescal to Benson with cribbing washed away and rails lifted, delaying traffic for hours. Rail workers bolster the line while trains detour or idle. officials report congestion, weather delays, and a later return to normal operations as repairs proceed. Local reports note community activity and upcoming events amid the disruption.
A telegram from Albuquerque reports Harare Slater of Arizona wins the one mile championship for New Mexico after two heats won by Vorbees and Slater. Slater dominates the meets and plans to compete in other cycle races, aiming for further prizes. Also notes heavy rains in Miluave county and a curious account of worms drawn to the area, feasted on by Walla pat Indians who gather them for soup in a kettle.
A garbled OCR fragment notes a political race between Mark Smith and Bucky ONeill in Arizona. It mentions a person recovering in a store, a product described as priceless, and a medical remedy, with unrelated names like Dr Tevat and Guardian Horan also appearing.
Col Henry Watterson of the Louisville Courier Journal writes from Geneva that the Chicago convention time drew him back into politics. He plans to return to America to work for Elmer and Buckner, who are said to be pursuing some position, with Watterson eager to stay involved.
Fragmented text references avoiding dirty tricks in campaigns and notes public sentiment outgrows such tactics. It mentions 1990 chewing gum spending estimates, a Democratic event, and campaign speeches by Mark and Doren with dates in October.
An old advertisement promotes Swayne's Ointment as a cure for severe itching and bleeding from insect bites. It claims rapid relief, healing of ulcers, and reduction of soreness with use, urging readers to visit a dentist or Dr Swayne for treatment.
A sick man near the Grand Canyon area dies after failed medicine man rites and Charley McLean’s improvised songs. The camp circle grows hushed as the patient convulses and dies despite efforts, while a local classified ad offers a top buggy for sale at sixty dollars cash.
Wroky O Neibie will address attendees at the Tomtatone gathering today. JW Chek, manager of Hae Water Co, retired from an executive role amid a sasit oust situation.
A Washington City jeweler Martin Franti reports severe contagions blood poison ruined him after costly treatments. He credits Swift's S S S blood remedy with a dramatic recovery after four bottles and claims four years disease free. The ad touts S S S as a guaranteed vegetable cure with a $1000 reward for proof otherwise and offers free books on blood and skin diseases.
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