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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1898
Page
1
Reports from Adrian Tappnes in New York via St. Michael Alaska say the schooner Abbie is believed lost in North Sound. Roanoke steamer crew to search as weather allows.
A telegram from Admiral Dewey at Manila notes insurgents taxing hemp exports and imposing 1 percent tonnage on steamers, while American commissioners discuss debt and possible further sessions. No definite conclusion reached as the panel adjourns until Monday to review the Philippines situation and duties amid protests by American and British firms.
Notice to city taxpayers announces lawsuits against delinquent assessors for the years 1897 and 1898. City attorney Aases Beiny specifies action by the city to recover taxes owed and penalties.
A scrambled arrivals list shows names and cities including ARLINGTOX A Allande Tucson 3.5 Rosenstadt San Francisco FAN JOME ILM Hensen Sam Francisco St Zeliens Jr Los Angeles 02 with unclear structure and missing details.
A fragmentary historical advertisement discusses choosing medicines by Dr Inclination Dr Experience and Dr Reason for colds and health benefits. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Benedy and claims universal medical assurance. The notice mentions Torbstone Drug Store and a lost Erie Cattle Co check with a $45 payment stop.
Notice states the annual meeting of the Gold Cliff Mining Company of Arizona will be held in Tombstone Arizona. A proposition will be presented to mortgage bonds to finance free milling and continued development of the property. Signed by the president and secretary.
Assimbly lists mayoral candidate A H Emanuel for mayor and councilman nominees W A Harwoos Ben Cook C L Commines Wao Hobbs Justice of the Peace A T Shoeter Chief of Police Elk oe serving in local posts.
An old line reads East 4 sed baking powder in a Sunday page, with vintage ad tone and a brief note on product visibility. The fragment hints at a grocery item promotion and a local shopping context.
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