Who Was Responsible for the Defeat of Joint Statehood
A political tribute voices gratitude to Marcus Aurelius Smith and Democratic Congress members for opposing joint statehood. It asserts Republican manipulation and Roosevelt’s sympathies would have thwarted victory. The piece urges readers to value reason and justice and praise Arizona’s status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Mark Smith
Senator Foraker
Marcus Aurelius Smith
Arizona
Roosevelt
General Principles on Party unity and ideology in Arizona
The speaker argues that a political organization must have a virtuous object aimed at the greatest good for all. If nominees are as good as rival party picks, supporters should back their party. The piece cites Mark Smith rallying Democrats against joint statehood as a test of loyalty and sentiment among Arizonans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Smith
Congress
Favorite Prescription Promoted for Women Health
A historical notice touts Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a tonic for women ailments during pregnancy and menstrual distress. It claims to strengthen the system and relieve pelvic discomfort, hysteria, and other nervous symptoms, urging readers to request a free booklet by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Piers
Yrstoett
Resara Post
Public Sale of Political Paraphernalia in Washington DC
The lease has expired and the sellers announce a public sale at their Capitol residence in Washington DC starting November four 1908. Items include a elephant a big stick republican platform a republican machine and 5 000 000 Teddy bears among others. The event is open to all and will proceed regardless of weather with Roast Crow served by the Young Men's Republican Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam
Capitol
Washington, D.C
Young Men's Republican Club
Co. Rockfeller
Con
Moncas
Con. Harriman
Mark Smith to Retire After Lodi Bridge Standoff
In a dramatic showdown the Lodi clash ends with Mark Smith stepping back from duty as the Napoleon of the situation leads the charge. The opposing Arizona forces retreat under pressure as the campaign nears its end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Smith
Lodi
Napoleon
Arizona
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement and Endorsements
An 19th century style advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for an incurable case of catarrh by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Curry Co Toledo and others vouch for F J Cheney's honesty and ability. The ad promotes internal use of Hall's Catarrh Cure, price six cents per bottle, with testimonials and free samples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F J. Curry & Co
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Watniso
Korxax & Manvis
Duggiste
Tombstone Consolidated Mines Company amid mill tank destruction
A grave incident last Wednesday at the Tombstone Consolidated Mines mill involved an arson like destruction of a tank. The author hails the company’s record of fair dealing, steadfast planning, and community support, urging vigilance until perpetrators are found and exalting the firm’s trusted standing in mining circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tombstone Consolidated Mines Company
Thie
Tombstone Consolidated
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Advertised
An ad from a Detroit user Mr J H Seitz touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for appetite and digestion. Seitz reports restored appetite, relief from bloating, and satisfactory bowel movement. Price listed as 25 cents with a free sample offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
J. H. Seitz
Detroit
Mich
Sam Pleefree
Ali Deag
Ralph Cameron Accused as Joint Statehood Supporter
The Tucson Citizen reports Cochise county Republicans charging Ralph Cameron with favoring joint Statehood for Arizona and New Mexico. The piece cites Pima county leaders and notes Cameron's past statements and possible motives tied to Washington powers.
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Tucson
Cochise County
Ralph Cameron
Arizona
New Mexico
Joint Statehood
Pima County
Joint Statehood Organization
Washington
Congress
Wakefield to renew charges against Hildreth in interior dept
Arizona reports a renewed push by Lyman Wakefield register of the land office to file accusations against Receiver Hildreth. Wakefield plans to involve higher officials, promising sensational developments within days as the interior department prepares to review the charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyman Wakefeld
Register of the Land Office
Department of the Interior
Hildreth
Demorat
Mr. Wakefield
Land Department
Wakefield
Smelter Expansion Set for Imperial Copper Works
W. F. Staunton, manager of the T C M Company and Imperial Copper at Silver Bell, visited Tucson to inspect property. He said an extra smelting furnace will double capacity and be ready soon. Initially the plant will smelt its own ores and later accept custom work aiding nearby Silver Ball and Silver Hill mines, with low freight costs to Saeco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Staunton
T.c.m.co
Imperial Copper Company
Silver Bell
Tucson
Silver Ball
Silver Hill
Saeco
Eczema Relief Claim for Chamberlain’s Remedy
A person writes that after trying various doctors remedies for eczema on her ile she found Chamberlain’s remedy to be better than anything else available from druggists.
Tailor and Hatter Fauxx Anni Pledges City Cleaning Service
Fauxx Anni, a New York City tailor and hatter, offers cleaning, blocking and renovating for men and ladies at regular city prices. All work neatly done and warranted, with patronage solicited.
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New York City
Fauxx Anni
Circus and pay day noted with local events
The piece mentions a Norris & Rose Circus in Tombstone tomorrow and a Democratic rally with Bryan election hopes. Captain W H H McKittrick visits from Cochise county en route to Gleason for mining interests while Arizona Champion enthusiasm runs high in Graham county. The O K Stables will run carriages to the circus and a social dance is planned at Gege Hall.
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Norris & Rose
Tombstone
Bryan
Aris
W. HH. McKittrick
Cochise County
Gleason
Capt. McKittrick
California
Golden State
Ronters
E. T. Jams
Tombstone Telephone Company
Safford
Tams
Prostreton
Graham County
Arizona
Antense
Ear A. Murray, Jr
Bisbee
Bryan Smith Club
O. K
Gege Hall
Struck by Lightning On Cattleman Pete Jobson in Crisis
A cattle man named Pete Jobson was struck by lightning while shielding in a doorway as Mexican bystanders near him spoke of relief. He lost consciousness, was buried under blankets, and suffered paralysis that faded with time. Two Mexican women nearby were affected but not seriously injured.
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Pete Jobson
Mr. Johnson
Dr Greene
Mr Johnson
Douglas Internationel
Tombstone Colonel Pickett Asked to Join Mark Smith Tour
The Territorial Central Committee requests Col. L. Pickett of Tombstone accompany Mark Smith to Benson for a Cochise county tour. Pickett is noted as an able orator with a distinguished record and is hoped to fit the trip.
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Col. Pickett
Mark Smith
Territorial Central Committee
Col . L. Pickett
Tombstone
Benson
Cochise County
Mark
Our Candidates J F Rowhur for District Attorney
The piece extols J F Rowhur as a capable District Attorney candidate in Cochine county. It lauds his work handling criminals amid challenges, notes his defense by absent counsel, and praises his Democratic record and salary as justification to support him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JF. Rowhur
Cochine County
Charles Lockling for Sheriff
The piece endorses Chas. Lockling for sheriff highlighting his community ties and a long honest Democratic record. It asserts his popularity among male residents of Babee and describes his endorsement as hearty and irresistible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Lockling
Reggard
Chas. Lockling
Babee
Frank Goodbody for Probate Judge
Frank Goodbody is presented as a fit and experienced candidate for probate judge. The piece praises his past high vote total, legal foresight in handling probate matters, and describes him as a loyal Democrat with steady, useful service.
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Frank Goodbody
Goldheart
Goodhead
Goodbody
Cochive County
Chas McDonald for Recorder Alias Campaign
A. McDonald, candidate for Cochise County Recorder, receives strong backing from miners and local supporters. Described as a model, conscientious official with Bisbee roots and prior experience as a justice of the peace, vows to seek another term if elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. McDonald
Cochive
Bisbee
Justice of the Peace
J. C. Callaghan for Treasurer
J C Callaghan seeks the treasurer’s post as a capable Democrat and trusted county official. The text stresses his clerical experience, fitness for office, and potential to responsibly manage county funds while reflecting credit on himself and his party.
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J.C. Callaghan
Cochise
Callaghan
Colonization schemes expand into southern Mexico region
Twelve Bishees form a company to settle land in southern Mexico with excursions from Phoenix and Kanene City. A Cananea area company claims 500000 acres fertile for rubber and corn with wild oranges. rainfall ranges from 53 to 101 inches. Sam Hatfield leads the venture taking 160 to 840 acres each while investments and mortgages appear in local filings.
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Mexico
Phoenix
Kanene City
Sam Hatfield
Aravaipa Canyon Railroad Stockholders Meeting Notice
Stockholders of the Aravaipa Canyon Railroad company will meet at its Tucson offices on Wednesday November 18 1908 at 12 00 noon to elect nine directors and conduct other business. Stock transfer books close November 3 and reopen December 8 1908. Dated Tucson October 12 1908 Cons E Wacker Secretary.
Annual stockholders meeting of Phoenix and Eastern Railroad
Notice states the annual meeting of Phoenix and Eastern Railroad stockholders will take place at the company offices in Tucson Arizona on Wednesday November 18 1908 at 12 o'clock noon to elect a Board of Directors for the ensuing year and handle other business. Stock transfer books will be closed until December 3 1908. Dated Tucson Arizona this 12th day of November. E Waren
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Aravaipa Canyon Railroad Company
Tucson
Territory of
Arizona
Euch
Thea
Cons
E. Wacker
Phoenix & Eastern Rilroad Company
Cuass
E. Waren
Phoenix Jews Organize Drive to Erect Temple
A Sunday meeting of Phoenix Jewish residents appointed a committee to start fundraising for a new temple. The drive aims to raise 96000 dollars with about 3500 dollars already promised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoenix
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Attest Jounx R. Wasa, Clerk
Levi Strauss & Co
Cameron
The
Land Office
T.C. M. Co
Silver Bell Properties
Pete Johnson
Tombstoner
J. F.ross
F. W. Goodbody
Chas. McDonald
Recorder
J. C. Callaghan
Bisbeeites
New
Eldorado
Republic
Provident Mutual Building and Loan Association
Frank Armstrong
Douglas
Lincoln
State Mutual Building and Loan Association
City of Douglas
Charlee
Erekine
Julia Litchfield
City of
Mortasgrs
J Francis
Wallace
Texas Company
Capital
Lea
Williams Jr
Cananea Dairy Company
EG Riley
Katherine J. Riley
Copper Queen Consolidated Mining Company
EC Purnelle
MH Hare
Stockholders’ Meeting
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