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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1910
Page
2
The Tombstone Epitaph lists subscription terms showing a weekly edition priced at three dollars per year and a half year option at one fifty, under editor and proprietor Wm. Hattich. The notice repeats the publication name and policy, indicating standard rates for readers.
The Santa Fe New Mexican attacks the El Paso Times for opposing initiative referendum and recall in the new state constitution. The piece argues direct legislation should be standard in the constitutions of the two new states and foresees the idea spreading across the union as a right of the people.
The Dres rout Daily Courier argues that true patriots serve Arizona first and criticize opponents who doubt the will of Arizona voters. It asserts Democrats support measures for Arizona and dismisses threats to the election as a minor, manufactured scare by a few.
Senator Owen in the U S Senate May 30 1910 says the initiative referendum and recall open doors to reforms. He notes states including Oregon South Dakota Montana Missouri Oklahoma Maine Arkansas Nevada Texas Mississippi Iowa Colorado Kansas Nebraska California Washington Idaho North Dakota Minnesota Massachusetts have adopted them. He cites graft checks and claims Missouri reform aims after widespread dishonesty. Opponents fear recall favors graft and doodle governance.
The writer argues that Emperor William and monarchic rule rest on divine right, aided by belief in a chosen instrument of the Almighty. The piece contends that while divine right has lasted for centuries, direct democracy through initiative and referendum threatens this notion by limiting rulers and corporate control.
Ex president Roosevelt dodges a direct stance on initiative and referendum in Arizona and New Mexico. He states the question should be decided by the people after thorough consideration, and his remarks cannot clearly support or oppose the proposition.
Beleamen advertise a pocketside line promising steady monthly income by visiting small towns. The notice mentions a book and a price list, citing a Chicago address and a 5 cent item at 1308 Wollls. The language is promotional and unclear, but suggests a distribution scheme via traveling agents.
The people of Arizona are confident in testing laws to pass upon their character, despite federal interference and Republican spellbinders attempting to bias the process.
The Wille precinct now leans Democratic as Oklahoma and Texas voters join the area. A 200 vote Democratic majority is seen as a conservative benchmark in northern Cochise County. Chief of Police Geo Bravin mourns his brother D T Bravin of Virginia City who died at 62 while foreman for Horsehoe Mining Properties. Tombstone figures extend sympathy. F T Hams reports Tombstone Telephone gains after seashore trip. Schieffelin theater hosted Hazel Yobu piano recital to a fair crowd. Methodist services Tonight at So'elock.
District and Probate Court notes list new district court cases including Maggie Lofgreen vs Tory B Lofgreen for divorce and guardianship actions. Guardianship letters issued to M Newman. Estate matters include Nell de Erickeon minors support at $50 monthly and appraisers named for Kittie Mann estate. Election supplies are ready and being distributed to precinct officers.
Mary Williamson, principal of Tombstore public school, returns from Media Pennsylvania where she spent her vacation. Also mentions Mexico Flag Day and local social events including a Ladies Aid gathering and a labor party delegate address at Fourtha Allet streets.
Public notice from Cochise County Arizona that under judgment against V Greenwood the sheriff will sell parcels of land described as tract numbers one and two in township sixteen range twenty nine on Monday September first at the county courthouse. John P White deputy sheriff Cochise County to conduct sale per court order with interest and costs.
The Territorial Fair seeks strong public exhibitor support from Cochise County to ensure a vibrant event. Officials urge residents to prepare exhibits and back the fair, highlighting Cochise County's rapid development, potential land opportunities, and the benefits of public and private cooperation for regional amusement, education, and growth.
A Los Angeles climate notes freight reductions for Arizona cities effective October 1. Parker experiences the greatest cut from $2.22 to $0. First class merchandise rates drop to Winslow from $2. The new rates apply to all classes of merchandise across the route.
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