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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1907
Page
4
Prof Briggs and Archbishop Treland push for a universal Christian union hoping to unify all existing denominations. They warn that further splits could arise as new denominations form, complicating efforts.
A fragment portrays a summer pair discussing their fortunes in a brief, lyrical exchange. The man and woman speak of mutual prospects, hinting at a shared future as they converse about their fates.
Secretary Taft and MiKado continue to clash over wartime materials as both sides push for more supplies. The exchange signals ongoing tensions in the administration regarding military procurement and policy.
The passage notes balloons likely to play a role in war, with German army authorities adapting practices. It mentions free and captive balloons being launched and coast artillery using balloons as targets, signaling expected challenges for aerial combat and military science.
An LA firm uses tobacco purchases to issue certificates for stock in a million dollar mining company. Cigarettes are given per cent purchase and, after accumulating enough, certificates redeemable for shares turn up as a bold marketing scheme.
A Massachusetts woman posts notices about hatching eyes. The fragmentary ad promises quantities and terms with unclear phrasing. The item reflects a curious early 20th century or earlier educational mindset and publicity style.
The piece asks what happened to e natured alcohol once hailed for commercial use in 80 months and suggests it shares a fate with liquid air and the Keely motor, implying disappointment or abandonment of these novelty energies.
The tenth annual American Mining Congress gathers November 16 with delegates from Arizona and all states and territories. Governor appoints Arizona delegates including Walter Douglas James Colquehon Clifton Charles Mills Morenel Fewell Bisbee W L Clark Jerome W F Staunton J W Bennie F M Murphy Frank Poa si Herhen and Ko BL Hegart.
Nettie Oh So, a flagstaff bred pacer, won first money in the 225 pace at an Albuquerque meet. Prince Reese, driven by I M Hawke of Denver, was second and Coselle, owned by Anto He 1 Aluaquenjne, finished third. Oh So may appear in Phoenix for the territorial fair in November with other horses from the AF tal Trent vicinity.
At the Arizona Penitentiary John Susith a four year prisoner for second degree burglary in Tucson killed himself in his cell on Sunday using hanging. Susith became involved in a quarrel with fellow convict Elleworth last August fracturing Elleworths skull and leaving him seriously injured. Susith died in the infirmary after being placed in the incorrigible ward following the incident.
Readable items report varied affairs including a Tucson infant death case linked to a Mexican couple, a bankruptcy-like assignment to Dr. E W Baum, a destroyed Kelvin school, Prescott saloonmen's league reorganization, a bakery demand at Teeaga, and a territorial tax and property note. Forty Chinese detainees at Nogales to Tucson transfer, new bank planned at Metcalf Clifton, territorial medical board approved five physicians, all graduates.
A terrible accident at the Pearl Shaft in Pinal county injured two Mexican workers. Romula Leyva dropped a lighted cigarette into powder, causing a blast that mangled him and broke his arms and legs while another worker, Edward Ho, was blown over the hill and injured. Leyva died at home later that night.
A Washington dispatch reports a plan to lure eastern laborers to the Pacific coast by offering free transport and family passage if they agree to long government service. It notes the Amalgamated Copper policy and reductions by Clark and Phelps-Dodge plus Cerro de Pasco mines cutting output 73 percent.
The Arizona Teachers Association will meet in Phoenix during the Terestoral Pai dates in November. The event offers members discounted railroad rates for attendance at the fair, potentially saving more than usual travel costs. Edgar Allen Por is denied a place in the Hall of Fame and rumors surround the exhibit of a rack intoxicating liquor still.
President Andrew Kimball of the St David stake visited Douglas last Saturday and Sunday to perfect church organization. The meeting reaffirmed auxiliary groups including Laties belief society and youth associations. J Parley Bigelow was installed as bishop with BF Dotin and John T Butler chosen as first and second counselors.
District court actions include grand juror subpenses for mining case quiet title and divorce hearings. Habeas corpus writ granted for prisoners bound over to grand jury. prisoners moved from Bisbee to Sheriff White. Appeals noted in Black Diamond bankruptcy with reserves McFarland.
The article argues Arizona should enact a stringent wildcat mining law to deter fraud and legitimize mining firms, boosting the territory’s reputation. It urges strict enforcement to allow redress beyond postal fraud cases and to empower local prosecutions against non mail related crimes.
Holbrook doctor Dr Lone, a prominent physician, has died in Holbrook. In Morenci the New York Arizona mine shows a rich free gold streak on the Bogeard Snad cow claim with an estimated value near twenty thousand dollars per ton. The extent and nature of the deposit are still undetermined but indicate one of the district’s richest strikes to date.
A government action filed in local court alleges improper land seizure affecting 23 571 acres once forested. The complaint cites disturbed applications and improper transfer of Alamagordi holdings linked to Phelps Dodge interests and El Pa Eastern railways, seeking return of land for homestead entry.
A patient named Margin wandered from the county hospital in the afternoon. Chief Hravin found Margin wandering just north of town in the night. The parent alleges distress and concern for the patient’s health and safety.
The Garber-Howe Entertainers coming to Tie Schiele fella nest Monday night. Tickets on sale by Beach Sisters with reserved seating. Prices 50 cents to 1 dollar at the door.
The article reports Editor Lelevier entangled in charges related to mail theft from Mexican routes and ongoing legal actions against his son. A push to close saloons after January 31, 1908 proceeds, with a petition needing 354 signatures to seek a dry county determination in Cochise.
Readable items report Tombstones talk of a Cananen match next Sunday and manager Gage says arrangements are made for the club to travel. Local figures mention a $20,000 stake in Wyoming, a copper scare, and a fatal run away accident.
An earthquake shook Douglas around 7 o'clock in the morning. Residents reported cupboards rattling and dishes rattling as beds trembled, but there were no injuries so far and no major damage noted. The tremor caused alarm yet left few lasting effects.
The article profiles Sweet Potato King White, a St. David resident of seven years, praising his expertise with sweet potatoes and his claim that artesian-grown crops offer superior flavor. It mentions his focus on cultivation, regional recognition, and connections to Wells Fargo and Phoenix in a grand jury context.
The page reports multiple brief items including a belt discharge granted by Judge Dean, various locals traveling for court business and lodges, and updates on weather and regional activity. It notes outfits, lodge attendance, and preparations for upcoming projects and events with scattered names and places.
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