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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1899
Page
4
Readable items include a murder trial in Tombstone with Sidney Page case updates and defense strategy. Also noted are local ads for Banre zs Sea Bisbee Drug Store and Tombstone Drug Store promotions, plus brief notices on residents Lee Len Engle, Chas Dingles, and upcoming events at Mining Exchange Hall.
A chaotic listing shows transfers of mines, ranches, and property with prices such as 350, 1200, and 2000 dollars. Mentions Frank P title, Labelle McCourt, Cochran and Vander walker, Haverman, Teaco, A Shaw, and CE Cummings as parties, plus references to the West Bisho Copper Co and Eagle Milling Co. notes on Gardner and Goldsmith.
The article notes J N Porter of Fort Thomas claims a share of roping honors linked to Gus Pickett of Decatur who won a $700 prize at St Louis fair. It mentions Pickett’s mountaineering roots, a reception in Decatur, and local business and personal notices across Arizona and California.
Notices warn against buying cattle or land from others than the undersigned McKee Rainy and associates. Call at the office or send descriptions of creation and work done, terms, and related details for mining properties and brands.
In the Cochise County Probate Court Arizona Territory an order to show cause why distribution should not be made is set. Frank Deusin administrator petitions for distribution of the residue to rightful heirs with a hearing on November 16 1899 at 1 PM in Tombstone. A copy of the order will be published for two weeks in Tombstone Daily Prospector.
An ad from Tombstone Proa Storo touts Prickly Ash Birren as a cure for fatigue and digestive issues. It promises improved energy, appetite, and bodily vigor by cleansing internal organs and aiding waste removal.
An old remedy Winslow's Soothing Syrup for mothers to ease infants teething and diarrhea. It calms the child, relieves pain, and is sold by druggists worldwide at twenty five cents per bottle. The salve is also praised but not described in detail.
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