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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1899
Page
1
Reports from San Diego detail a restless night with disturbances as residents complain of roving hoodlums and loud shouts. Authorities anticipate increased patrols and community alarm as the city faces ongoing safety concerns.
Bresus reports a journey by raceway to Canar with a morning arrival expected. Weather described as bright and clear with moonlight. Local names listed as residents and travelers, including M J Cunningham and FB Wrightman. A walking accident occurs as a caravan is upset at a store, prompting medical aid in Tuccon.
A Phoenix passenger aided by a prisoner escape on a southbound train en route to Yuma. The fugitive jumped from a car window between Benson and Patagonia, prompting a statewide search as other inmates remained in custody. The incident mirrors a prior escape by a man named Evans and follows a related sentencing for jail terms.
Birkburn leads the startup of a smelter near Dragoon mountain range with full furnace operation. The plant aims to push copper output higher, aided by strong ore reserves and ongoing development work. Local merchants report rising interest as stock values and production prospects improve in the region.
The Phoenix Herald reports a shift in Southern Pacific passenger times with no hitch expected as trains to and from Benson adjust arrivals at 8 15 am from the west and 1 10 pm from the east. The change should take effect in about ten days with a later definite time to be announced. court and local notices appear amid broader items.
In a high tension chase near Harshaw a band of raiders attacked a patrol group after a deer operation. The poste fired six shots striking two bandits, one killed on scene and another mortally wounded who died later in Mowry mining. The driver delivered news of the incident.
A detailed record shows the Cochise County Board of Supervisors adjourning to 9 a.m. Oct 17 1899 with officers and clerks listed. It notes fines disallowed and expenses for various individuals, along with mining and discovery requirements for a claim and posted notices.
The Secret Service exposes other counterfeiters and a large haul of spurious goods. Notes warn against fake remedies like Hostet tars Leters and similar tonics. The funeral of Mr Chas Erenir is held with mourners and a large cemetery procession. Cattleman Jacob Sheerer suffers stomach trouble at Tombstone home seeking a cure.
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