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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1906
Page
1
A candidate announces for Cochise County Sheriff. The statement outlines intent to serve the public interest and uphold law enforcement duties. The person named is Bailey. The message emphasizes commitment to county safety and community service.
Notice of a special meeting of stockholders of the Leadville Mining Company in Pearce Arizona on October 11 1906 at 2 oclock to act on future disposition of treasury stock and to amend the bylaws Dated Pearce September 13 1906 William H Horners President and Hesey T Fires Secretary First publication September 15 1906 Also an unrelated Bucklen s Arctic Salve testimonial ad fragment appended noting healing uses and a 25 cent price at drug stores.
In Butte Montana a man reports hair regrowth after using Newbro's Herpicide sold as a hair tonic. He claims bald spots filled within 29 days and his hair became thick and luxuriant. The ad promotes Herpicide as destroying dandruff and stopping hair loss, with a sample offer via The Herpicide Co. Detroit Mich and Tombetove Drug Company agents.
Work on the Tombstone Consolidated Mines Co properties shows strong advancement since May 1901. Shaft depth reaches 1000 feet planned with new air compressor and tramway to improve ore handling, mill operates 40 stamps crushing 180 to 200 tons daily, and two carloads of concentrates shipped last month amid high expectations from President Gage and Superintendent Staunton.
Regular Christian Science services are held opposite Schefflin Hall at 10am Sundays and 7:45pm Wednesdays near Fremont Street. The Methodist Episcopal Church preaches tomorrow at 1am with 8pm Epworth League and Wednesday prayer at 8pm. Congregational church morning and evening services daily with Sunday School at noon and 8pm evening. Layman's day on September 16 invites all. guest speakers and instrumental music planned.
Willis T organ of Concord New Hampshire recalls service in Cuba and the Philippines and credits Dr King’s Recovery for his health. He claims the remedy treats coughs colds bronchial troubles and lung diseases and notes it is guaranteed harmless. Free trial bottles offered with purchase price 50 cents to 100 dollars.
Public notices tout the curative merits of Electric Bitters for stomach liver and kidney woes. Mary H Waltere of 546 Clair Ave Colum O says months of fever and nerves left her near death but after starting the tonic relief came quickly and she was soon fully cured.
An ad claiming a guaranteed cure for piles promises relief within 6 to 14 days but the ointment fails to cure. The pitch touts a 50 count supply and asserts rapid results despite evidence to the contrary.
The labor day celebration committee reports all expenses and prizes paid with no outstanding debt. It commends the committee for excellent work and deserving of praise. A summary of the statement of collections and disbursements follows.
The Methodist Episcopal Church Conference for Arizona will meet in Tucson starting October 4 for several days. Bishop W H Moore of Portland will preside and speak. A New York representative from the general missionary society and a Philippine Church Extension Society rep will attend. The event includes addresses, dances, and activities across about thirty churches in the territory.
Del Lewis visited Tombstone today meeting friends and sharing political pointers. The Huachuca Water Co plans to attend the remainder of improvements in the Bowman addition northwest of town. Fire protection will be provided by building a house and installing fire apparatus in that neighborhood. W. L. tak is the proprietor of The Southern Asteben, the latest addition to Tombstone.
In Tombstone a boardinghouse front wall cracked last night and heating stoves must be moved. The Wood Repertory plans October theater openings. Married life feels like immigration. Local barbers aim to form a mining venture. Public examiner office sparks Democratic strife, Republicans face no arrests. Schoolchildren march daily as statehood ballot separation is debated. Joint ure swamped.
The Four bar round up will start at Silver Creek on the 24th inst. About 10 or 12 days later Sheerer and Neel outhte will be near the Stockton place. This will be one of the largest round ups in the nation, and many Tombstoneites will likely visit.
General delivery letters listed for August 25 1906 include Fartazve Juan Fibibives Graviel Flores teyes Ferreze Lorenezs Jewell 8 E Tustey Remeon. The notice states letters are advertised with the date of advertisement and caller to claim. L G Cuasiz P.M.
Fragmentary text questions a refund related to a cathartic product. The note references price pound signs and a claim about money return but lacks clear names, dates, or entities.
Large sale of Benson smelter property conducted by Peket and Bowmar under Empire Ameling Co to settle judgment. Auction totals show 16,193.30 for Benson assets and 81,110 for Southwestern Smelting Co. Walter L. W. ley bought both properties.
An 19th century advertisement claims Electric Bitters cure various ailments including stomach issues liver disease and fevers. It names A A Brown of Bennettsville South Carolina and asserts the product restores health after years of suffering with chronic dyspepsia and torpid liver. It promises cure for chills fever malaria biliousness lame back kidney and bladder issues and is sold with a guarantee by all druggists at 50 cents.
Rumors from Foonsix Arizona indicate Governor Kibly may resign within days, with Roosevelt expected to approve. The field for his replacement includes General C. P. Ainsworth of Prior and Colonel Allen T. Bird of Nogales Oasis, with Bird linked to prison supervision and Millay likely to resign.
Activity in Arizona mining is rising across the territory with more camps seeing stronger summer activity, increased outside capital, and record mineral land acquisitions. The trend spans all regions, signaling widespread prosperity and potential growth for the commonwealth in coming years.
Attend the fair in Phoenix from November 12 to 17, 1906. Reduced rates apply on all admissions and events during the event period.
A woman ferried her husband to the New Tailor Shop on the La Rita block to have his clothes cleaned. The shop offers sleeping, dyeing, pressing, repairing, and more for ladies and gentlemen with all work guaranteed. Mrs Nete Brows Tailoress, formerly of Cananes Tail ORing Parlors, will-w
Epworth League hosts a Tuesday evening event inviting all. Attendees should bring self written clues or drawings to imitate a book title like The Sign of the Four for guessing. Admission is 10s. Refreshments and baby pictures for sale. Location and date noted as September 18, 1906.
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