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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1906
Page
4
An excerpt notes Arizona not privileged among champions with a nod to Otis and the Los Angeles Daily Times. It discusses election prospects in November and the fate of a proposition seen as an attempt at outrage, acknowledging controversy while signaling readiness to act.
The article praises American writers defending Arizona's push for statehood against New Mexico. It notes Arizona has five newspapers aligned with local interests and questions one man who supports oppressing fellow citizens. It cites the San Francisco Chronicle on bipartisanship favoring patience for statehood and resisting short sighted political pressure.
Attorney C Gibson leads the Arizona Prohibition Party and signals readiness to back any Democrat or Republican pledge to curb gambling. He envisions the party consolidating strength and fielding a full ticket if cross-party cooperation fails. He expects swift campaigning amid the current political climate.
The reception for W. J. Bryan upon his arrival in New York City is described as the most spontaneous ovation yet given a public figure. The piece notes broad support for Bryan as a potential successor to Roosevelt and predicts Arizona's stance in the electoral college, urging unity as the convention approaches.
The note outlines a 1000 prize contest with eight teams signed up and more to be heard from. It cites a Tombstone track event aiming to beat Prescott records, across a 20 ad course with a 12 second 100 yard straightway. It mentions band expectations, railroad ticketing to Tombstone, and a Labor Day program ending with a large dance and political conventions.
Mrs Leigh campaigns to commute the death sentence of her son from Kingman to life imprisonment. She has funded his defense, met with officials, and pleaded for mercy as authorities consider clemency after the brutal Mohave County murder tied to a jealous lover abandonment. The condemned man, once respectable, faces execution unless Governor Kibbey intervenes.
Federal liquor laws may see Phoenix saloon operators tried at the upcoming district court session starting October first. Prosecutors allege bar tenders refill bottles of fine bonded whiskey with cheap liquor after emptying the bottle, masking the brand and price.
A large transcript from Phoenix and Eastern versus the Arizona Eastern concerns the right of way through Box Canyon. The Supreme Court clerk in Phoenix forwarded the record to the United States Supreme Court. The appeal challenges a lower court ruling in favor of the Arizona Eastern. The packet includes 834 typewritten pages plus numerous maps photographs and drawings.
A garbled report warns travelers, especially U S citizens, about Mexico gun laws and penalties. It notes the Douglas base team plans a third mascot in Tombstone and references a racing event and the Kender Loving Cup under Cochise County and Canone counties context.
The seventh annual New Thought graduation at Bryn Mawr College in King County Washington featured a large audience and notable Arizona graduates Wallam Martin Phoen x William A Carver Melissa B Dorfieger George Dorflinger and Frances Huston all from Bisbee The program included essays in three divisions at Bryn Mawr and Seattle and honored a future permanent college costing about 150000 with Lake Washington nearby The project plans include ten acres for the college and a new Bryn Mawr town site near completion.
Ridiculed advertisement for a Temple Bar Saloon claims to provoke riot and vice, drawing heated official and clerical reaction in Tombstone as city leaders debate public order and morality.
A missing person inquiry reaches the governor about Walter S. Klein of Baltimore Maryland formerly of Farcell Indian Territory. Klein age 25 with blond curly hair five feet eleven inches tall and slightly stooped was last heard from in Indian Territory saying he intended to reach Arizona.
Fragmentary note recalls Captain Ben Cook and others among a 1879 parade group. Mentions a long line of pioneers up to 1860s, hinting at a crowd following the event. Visible names include PB Warrektos and A Baron among obelestre dente.
The Phoenix Enterprise reports twelve to teen liquor dealers in Phoenix face accusations of violating federal tax and revenue laws. Authorities warn penalties will be assessed by the Washington head office, with potential fines for confirmed violators.
Douglas and Bisbee in Arizona report oil shortages blamed on Standard Oil. Superintendent Cowan says trouble began after switching from Standard to the Independent Oil association of California. A Bakersfield order was requested but rejected, with Standard demanding a 12 cent premium over other firms.
The Phoenix Enterprise reports factions in Arizona politics five days after the Bisbee territorial convention. The Joints threaten to nominate Ainsworth for delegate and push a statehood and tax platform while opposing the Republicans led by Kibbe. Roosevelt Republicans may form with Wilson, Bird, Gaddis and others stumping the territory.
In Cochise County supporters rally around a four to votehead proposition while discussing the joint statehood issue. The effort centers on the regiment's voice as they back the statehood plan amid local loyalty to the cause.
Thursday's Daily reports on Robert Cogar from St. David and local favors for Curar to run for supervisor. It notes social visits, a marriage by Judge Woody, and mentions deaths including Charles Koune county superintendent of public instruction. Also references a Tucson trip and various residents' comings and goings.
A misread Douglas report claims Governor Yeabel of Sonora was replaced by ex Governor Miguel Abumada of Chihuahua. It notes Yeabel’s support for a border policy and border events, with unclear return details from Mexico City after sending multiple messages weeks earlier.
Telegram from U S Marshal Ben Denicle says Mrs Daniels died Sunday morning in Emporia Kansas. She was about 43 and had been married twenty years. The Daniels had lived in the west most of their married life and she had traveled from Arizona to visit relatives in Kansas.
A former Arizonan, Baylor Walton, was killed in Chihuahua while employed as a guard by Greene Company. Walton reportedly fired a shot during a local outbreak and had ties to Cananea, aiding Americans against insurgents. He was said to have gained notoriety for his actions in the region. Walton was the son of the sheriff of Brewster County, Texas.
Friday's Remembrance promises a dance at Gage H Ki in the evening as residents hear of events. A W Hows, a junior jet, returns from Calnoram to resume work beyond the pen. Tombstone guests, Arcade lodging, hotel repairs, and local travel details fill this notice. The marriage license for William B Holy and Margaret Zent is recorded, and residents prepare Labor Day events at City Hall.
The Alpha Club formed by Tombstone residents seeks strictly social aims. Rooms occupy the second floor of the former Huachuca Co building on Allen Street with billiards, pool tables, reunion and reading rooms. George B. Leox chairs, Frank L. Clark president, J. E. Needham secretary, AN Gage treasurer.
The Bisbee team plans to travel by train but will ride to Tombstone with a county marshal escort aboard a deluxe omnibus. Chairman Bowen will lead and coach the squad as they prepare for the parade and races, starting Sunday morning with a crew of fourteen men and ample supplies.
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