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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1902
Page
2
Surveyor AY Lewis and J Howe lead a group reviewing city records with CB Bostwick Probate Judge and A Wallace School Superintendent present. Supervisors Wn Pritchett John Bowen and A Clark also participate in the session.
A fragment urges a vote for Col Wilson as democracy's standard bearer, linking the ballot to statehood and political leadership. The text presents a regional message in a period tone, with focus on a named figure and constitutional outcome.
Australia reports Haiti’s revolution concluded yesterday with Col J F Wilson named Arizona’s next congressional delegate. Lookouts warn of further developments tomorrow as nations monitor the region.
Local voters anticipate a decisive Democratic victory this year in Cochise County signaling strong party support and a broad political shift across the region.
The article notes a strong Democratic year with Cochise County leading among sister counties in the largest Democratic majorities, signaling a regional shift in political support and influence.
W. J Bryan declares a Democrat is one who supports democratic principles and the Democratic candidates who stand for them.
The statement argues that good government hinges on the man behind the vote and urges Cochise County voters to support Democratic nominees.
Reported discovery by explorers near the Arctic Circle stirs questions about the authenticity. The claim suggests Noah’s voyage began with a search from extreme northern regions before any relief expedition was arranged.
The force will drop to 59,000 soldiers immediately, doubling the pre Spanish war strength. Officials state there is no need for more and no imminent expansion planned.
A rousing welcome will greet Col Wilson and his Democratic associates as they travel to Tombstone. The party promises a strong Democratic majority on November 4.
The county democratic candidates will speak at Schieffelin Hall tonight while the crowd brings in many chairs and tables. J B Misco adds furnishings to his barber shop promising a top local establishment. Republican candidate J B Stillman halts county tour due to illness but aims to resume before the race ends. A horse became entangled with a wire, pulling down part of a porch at the Occidental corner.
Hon M A Smith was delayed by travel and will address voters at Schieffelin Hall tonight. Cattle deals surge in the county with shipments planned from Willcox, Douglas and Benson. Bresino company performance moved to tomorrow due to a Democratic rally. H Arnold left El Paso for a bank position and will return. A quiet title suit over Warren mining district mines is filed by Modern Copper Mining. Wm Haughurst’s death report denied. injuries minor from a train car incident. Ed Carlyon and J Martin plan to expand Commonwealth claims near Pearce with similar ore to Peirce mine. Carlyon to return tomorrow.
A political column questions Republican promises of statehood for Arizona led by Gov Brodie and former governors. It argues the four men control federal offices and would secure plum posts for themselves, casting doubt on sincere statehood aims and urging independent voters to see through their power drive. Local notes cover visits, rallies, marriages, and university regent appointment amid ongoing railroad construction near Walnut Gulch and related bridge work.
The delivery man Saulters learned his uncle RR Sault ere of Pueblo Colorado died leaving him sole heir to about 900000 dollars with 50 000 cash and mines in Colorado plus 600000 to the uncle's mate and 100000 to the uncle's wife. Saulters plans to travel to Colorado to claim the estate then return to Tombstone.
The county Board of Supervisors holds official proceedings recording actions, votes, and approvals from its latest meeting. Minutes document agenda items, filings, committee transitions, and fiscal decisions affecting county operations and services.
Local Tombstone board adjourned from October 10 to 11 1902 approving numerous claims for jail guards constables interpreters and other services with several disallowances. The minutes note tax-paid property purchases in Tombstone and Swain’s tender to settle taxes and costs plus a land lease ordinance for road work and other administrative actions ahead of an afternoon adjournment. The report also records the death of three year old Nellie Gill and honors lodge officials at Prescott Grand Lodge gatherings.
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