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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1906
Page
2
A nostalgic essay on “the good old times” contrasts life a century ago with modern inventions and conveniences. It laments absence of telegraphs phones electric light steam cars and phonographs while urging readers to look ahead and strive for progress.
Tomorrow the American Mining Congress meets in Denver to discuss a Department of Mines and Mining. The piece argues a national education campaign is needed to sway public opinion and votes, urging action from metal users and voters at the bottom rather than appealing to leaders.
The text argues that repeated emphasis on Republican honesty makes readers doubt the claim that David hastily proclaimed "All men are liars," suggesting skepticism about the thinker’s reliability and logic.
Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription is advertised as a tonic for women addressing delicate organs and overall health. It claims to restore strength, ease nervous symptoms, and aid sleep for women who are worn out or overworked. The advertisement also asserts the medicine is from safe American roots and offered by the physician Dr Pierce with personal consultations by mail.
In Whise County residents, unable to locate the full definition of the word ci izen, rely on a practical optical definition by voting the Democratic ticket straight. The snippet notes a local habit of using party alignment as a stand‑in for meaning.
A dated, cautionary verse warns rural women about deceptive candidates and the danger of insinuated schemes. It mentions germs on lips and months or years until illness appears, implying long term risks to young men and public health.
A French professor exploring the earnal grounds at Phoenix caused a minor disruption by pulling a wire while flower hunting. Local girls in the town attempted to camp among the rose bushes, creating a scene of curiosity.
The Daily Mining Record notes ahead of the American Mining Congress in Denver that mining promotion faces reform. It argues promotion should serve public guidance, with a shift toward honest press scrutiny and potential creation of a Department of Mines and Mining to elevate mining as a legitimate business venture.
A justice of the peace directed a father to spank his 15 year old son for a trifling offense rather than sending him to prison. While not claiming to be Solomon reborn, he is praised as a wise man for choosing a corrective path over punishment.
The fragment notes Cuba under United States rule and the paradox of it flying the U S flag, presenting a puzzling constitutional/territorial issue. It reflects intrigue over sovereignty and diplomatic symbolism within a statecraft context.
The piece notes post convention sentiment and predicts a decisive Republican defeat on November 6, arguing the smiter theme mirrors political fallout and upcoming electoral outcomes.
A fragmentary notice mentions seeking a cure or remedy for eyes and health with references to odd terms and a stray address fragment. The readable text hints at promotional or classified copy, noting care and vitality with unclear sources.
Santa Fe New Mexican reports Arizona legislators remain firm against a joint or shared legislative council with New Mexico. The piece argues New Mexico desires statehood and union on terms, while Arizona residents resist any alignment. It warns against “pace hunters” appealing to white house favor and urges confidence in Arizona’s self respect.
The Territorial Board of Pharmacists convened at the capitol with twelve applicants examined. President Fred Ficishnan of Tucson and secretary J G Hulett of Phoenix led a panel that included J A Donors of Trempe and Dr A G Rounsville of Williams. several members were detained. Secretary Hulett noted rising interest from eastern druggists and emphasized strict, careful examinations producing capable drug clerks entrusted with public safety.
Greene backs a new private car for Col W Green to be named Independencia. It uses a standard sleeper frame of preced steel, fireproof cork insulated, one solid cast steel body and platform. It aims to be safer and more costly than ordinary Pullmans, potentially saving lives if widely adopted.
The piece surveys upcoming political events with notes on party conventions, candidate activity, local political clubs, and social happenings. It mentions Democratic and Republican conventions, anticipated turnout, and various local developments as campaign season nears.
Mexican authorities captured a group of smugglers near Gallarado and jailed them at Agua Prieta. About $500 worth of goods taken from the U S side were found with the group and confiscated. The capture signals a crackdown that may deter further smuggling along the border for some time.
Dr Bledsoe and wife of Bisbee are Tombstone vintors on a brief stay with friends. L Smith of the El Paso Evening News visits Tombstone for journal interests. J Duvall of the P & 8 W is in town on business. Ben Goodrich and A R English attend to Nogales business. O Gibson enhances his Fourth street residence. The prospect of a new fence makes the cottage appealing. Judge’s co part nership rumor grows. Gila county politics heat up as Telegram and Silver Belt suspend, Belt becomes daily. Joe Hammill may end courtesies. V Raves and C Ells of Naco visit Tombstone for business. Prosper Parker arrives from Phoenix as grand lodge official guest. Nogales Times denounces street profanity and urges enforcement. arrests and fines follow.
Reverend Arthur J. Benedict praises the Dragoon Mountains as majestic monuments of creation. He reflects on Cochise and Apache history, contrasting past Indian conflict with a future of peace and statehood under sunlit summits.
A Rosenberg press dispatch dated the 15th reports the death of F A Lowe at about 4 30 am at the first crossing west of town on the G H & 8 line. His body bore a severed thigh and a crushed leg. Lowe had lived in Tombstone for about two years and was connected with the mechanical department of the Prospector. He was identified by papers found on him and a check for a valise. Friends in Tombstone mourn his tragic end and his ties to the city fire department.
About 750 graded goats offered for sale at a low price. Interested buyers can apply at J A Lamb Tombstone Arizona. Address and contact details are limited in the notice.
At a lively meeting last night the Alpha Social Club was renamed The Cochise Club. Prominent Tombstone business and professional men attended, with membership inquiries rising. The club rooms feature lighting billiards writing and smoking rooms and a reading area as it grows in status and influence.
Elaborate preparations are under way by committees appointed to entertain the Masonic grand bodies of Arizona during their annual Phoenix session. The three day meeting runs November 13 to 15 with Armans lodge No 2 F and A M Chapter Commandery and Eastern Star composing the grand bodies.
advertisement promises a fixed refund if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure in six days. It asserts relief from itching bleeding and protracted piles and notes druggists are authorized to respond with money. Contains a price or quantity detail truncated as 50 contai.
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