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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1906
Page
1
Jack White and E Bailey declare their candidacy for Cochise County Sheriff subject to the Republican county dominating conventions. The announcement flags party backing and the race for the sheriff's office.
Willie T. Morgan, a retired U S A commissary sergeant from Rural Route 1 Concord New Hampshire, says his Cuba and Philippines service left him prone to colds until Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption kept him in perfect health. He endorses the medicine as the best for coughs colds bronchial troubles and diseases available in New Hampshire. Guaranteed by all druggists price 59 cents and 100 trial bottle free.
Public notices extoll Electric Bitters claiming cure for fever ague nerves and stomach weakness. Mary H Walters of 546 St Clair Ave Columbus Ohio says she nearly died from fever and poor digestion but recovered after starting the tonic. She guarantees its effectiveness and notes it is sold by druggists for 50 cents.
Five A Brown of Bennetteville South Carolina says Electric Bitters restored his wife to perfect health after suffering with dyspepsia and a torpid liver. The remedy cures crisis fever malaria biliousness lame back kidney and bladder disorders. Sold with guarantee by all druggists. Price 50 cents.
A contrived advertisement asserts constant hat wear spreads dandruff germs and promotes baldness. It touts Herpicide as a safe hair stimulant and dandruff cure, claiming air deprivation worsens parasites. Sample requests directed to Detroit Fifth Street sellers.
A Phoenix reporter cites T F Wilson and T Ainsworth denying a statehood delegate pledge while outlining a Phoenix jointists convention in ten days. The group aims to nominate a delegate to Congress and form a Statehood party unaligned with Democrats or Republicans. Open call to all voters to attend and shape a joint statehood platform.
All persons having accounts against the Labor Day Celebration Committees presented to the Treasurer on or before September 10 for payment. Sam Gancert, Chairman. J.D. Macnomics, Secretary and Treasurer.
Train schedule lists departures from Tombstone to Bisbee Doug ar Naco El Paso at 7 10 am and 2 50 pm and to Benson at 10 10 am and 4 55 pm. Arrivals from Benson and points east and west include 8 40 am from Bisbee Douglas Naco El Paso 11 40 am and 4 10 pm from Benson and 6 15 pm from El Paso and way points. Also ad for One Day cold remedy Teke Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with refund from grocer if ineffective.
A list of letters remaining in general delivery at the Tombstone post office for the week ending August 25 1906 includes Farrazon Juan Fibibives Graviel Flores Reyes Ferreze Loroneza Jewell SE Tuarey Remeon. When calling for letters, advertisers should note the ad date and present identification. L G Crasie P M
Regular Christian Science services are held opposite Schieffelin Hall on Fremont Street at 10 a m Sunday school at 9 a m Wednesday evening TAS prayers. Methodist Episcopal preaching tomorrow at 11 a m with Epworth League at 7 15 p m prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p m. Catholic services at 7 30 p m Sunday school at 10 a m. A cordial invitation to all services is extended. Deaths from appendicitis note Dr King s New Life Pills offer quick, painless relief from constipation. Osthoff Williams painting and decorating advertise charges.
Both Democratic and Republican territorial conventions adopted an identical paragraph on statehood opposing becoming a state under the same conditions. The text declares unaltered opposition to statehood with New Mexico and a preference to remain a territory forever. The unprecedented unity highlights regional debate over Arizona’s status.
Constable Shropshire said leaders of Mexican revolutionists were examined before U S Commissioner Sansos in Douglas with U S Attorney Alexander and Assistant Attorney Jones in town to prosecute. Grand jury action expected on charges of violating U S statutes. Nov or late 19th century tone reflects local updates and court activity.
J N Gaines as tax collector sues Silver Cloud Mining for back taxes 1648 near Sycamore Springs ten miles north of Tombstone. Lt Langworthy sues L M Morris for 625 on commission related to a Bunker Hill deal. Garnishee case: W F Woodruff vs M J Perry and Bank of Bisbee for 220.95 on building contract. Brena Commercial sues G B and M Pistonetti for 159.10 for merchandise in 1905. Kate Dubord sues Mike Dubord for divorce on desertion. Paul Schwalbe of Douglas sues Wolf Manufacturing to quiet title on lots in Douglas opposing Parke-Holmes Co. L Ferber & Co sued for 153.77 for former merchandise. Edward B Smith sues Kate E Smith for divorce on desertion.
Daily Weather report from Denver dated Sept 8006 lists cloudy conditions forArizona. Forecast update lacks specifics on temperature wind or precipitation and reflects a brief pro forma notice.
The Very Latest Day is set at Zooks Bowling Alley with Tuesday and Friday afternoons and evenings reserved for Indies and their escorts. Bowling contests will be the feature and outsiders are not to interfere. Attend for the exhilarating healthful exercise.
Clerk Howe reports H A James resigns as Paradise justice of the peace effective when his successor is appointed. Governor Kibbey calls the general election for November 6. A new San Pedro precinct around Curtis forms to include school districts 7 8 and 19, with officers to be appointed next board meeting. Up to now 3500 names registered, about half of expected total. George W Hill of Douglas and Agnes Speed marry. Stella Bennett appointed guardian for minor George F Bennett.
Attorney General Clark issues opinion stating the state may place the vote on the regular election ballot rather than a separate statehood ballot. New Mexico currently uses a separate ballot for statehood.
An Up-to-Date Fashion Journal for October showcases fresh patterns for coats and jackets for ladies misses girls and boys. Millinery features include automates and Fashionable Frive and Fabrice describes new dress line articles. Points on Coat Making explains a Peter Pan blouse coat wrap style.
Druggists are authorized to refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure in 6 to 14 days. Osthoff and Williams offer this remedy with the motto No. 1 work. Phone al. tf
Delegates from a democratic-republican excursion, about 150 in number, returned from Cananes after touring the big copper camp and enjoying a royally hosted outing. Messrs E T Trama C R Howe and Gilmore reported a fine time and ample entertainment during the railroad company sponsored trip.
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