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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1907
Page
4
A government posting invites a competitive examination for knife and scissors grinders with an elementary arithmetic test and a good pay of 300. The piece notes translators once required seven languages and steamship knowledge at 1200 a year, making grinders seem preferable. Many positions filled, but a few translator roles remain open for applicants.
Republican papers argue Dick Croker has lost his citizenship and cannot vote when he returns to New York. Croker, amused, has rarely bothered with his own vote and is content to influence a majority of others.
Senator Wm. B. Allison of Iowa announces another term run and holds a record of uninterrupted service. He has served in the Senate since 1872 and will complete six full terms by 1909, totaling forty four years of continuous representation for Iowa in Washington.
With the sporting fraternity recuperating after summer events, the focus shifts to a couple of championship fights scheduled for the latter part of the month. Fans await decisive bouts and financial planning for winter schedules.
The era of early human flight draws strong opinions on whether the upheaval should be called a reign or a rain of aeronauts. Proponents argue the era's rapid, transformative impact, while critics warn against overstatement in a volatile technological race.
The remark notes Grover Cleveland at age two and mirrors how Henry G. Davis of West Virginia comments on a child’s rapid growth. In a bygone voice it contrasts childhood milestones with political or public figures, reflecting era humor and sentiment.
Wachomich naition nuptials announced for 9.00 in the morning uniting St J Macho wich and Rose M Hattich at the bride’s parents Fremont street home. The groom a senior Machomich Mercantile Co figure, the bride daughter of Mr and Mrs B Hatteh, reared in Tombstone. Ceremony by Hon Arthur Benedict, guests gave gifts, couple left for California trip then to a new home in the city.
The race for the pennant in the American League tightens as four teams remain in striking distance. The season’s end shows American power surpassing the National, with drawing might four to one.
The Southern Pacific freight basin in Arizona shows no setup signs as Tucson division handles log shipments from the east through to the west. Despite delays, every available engine is used to move the freight, with extensive efforts to manage the volume.
United States Court actions in Phoenix detail warrants for F Flores Stagan Antonia J Villareal and Liberado Riviera on charges of conspiracy with a group to incite a military expedition against Mexico. Warrants issued by United States Court Commissioner W Johnstone and placed with United States Marshal Daniels for service.
The Southern Pacific will not start the connecting link between Nacozari and Pearce through Douglas for at least two years, with possible further delays if the wind market remains tight. Randolph Nuco will push to expand the Cananes Yaqui River Pacific lines in Sonora from Del Rio to Nogales, then outlying routes toward Pearce and coal fields in Durango after current work is advanced.
Tombstone offers the best picture show for months at the lowest admission price. Prices in Lowell and Bisbee are 15 and 25 cents. even at Mr. Howard's new Li percent price, the show will be cheaper than neighboring towns. October will feature West Minstrels and the Columbia Opera Co four road shows, with 27 nights of moving pictures. Viewers will see the Elks Carnival court of honor in Philadelphia and Jamestown Expedition footage, plus Roosevelt’s trip from Keokuk to Memphis on October 1 7 3. A complete change of pictures will be seen tonight.
F V Wiseno of Boston shipped 60 pounds of shoes to El Paso with a $15.44 freight, then 60 pounds to Douglas with 48 cents. F M Moreno, ex-Tombstone merchant, protests the long haul and high costs, urging Douglas to press for another railroad to improve freight rates and curb El Paso influence. The Douglas Dispatch reports his comments.
Passengers describe a train load of Chinese laborers bound in bond from San Francisco to Nogales Sonora for delivery to a sugar company contact there. Guards accompany the party and aim to prevent escapes while the group, dressed in American attire, includes several boys aged 13 to 15 and some who speak English or Mexican.
A letter campaign urges Arizona farmers to prepare early for the November 1907 territorial fair in Phoenix. The Agricultural Department offers premiums across all divisions to boost exhibits. Letters stress selecting top fruits grains and crops to attract tourists and showcase Arizona agriculture, encouraging exhibitors to respond for catalogue details and fair attendance.
Attorney General Clark sues Jame Kenney of Bisbee to test the territorial license tax of 150 dollars, Kenney jailed for nonpayment. Tombstone demurrer ruling led Clark to appeal from the demurrer decision. Mexican Herald notes large influx of Japanese ex soldiers into Sonora with medals.
Parker Woodman, successor to W. Clawson as superintendent of the Copper Queen mines, issues changes to company rules. Youth workers ages 15 to 29 have worked as tool nippers and hoist operators. now all workers under 20 are discharged, affecting forty or fifty youths. No more Sunday work except when absolutely necessary, a rule once in force years ago.
Arizona merchants learn of freight rate reductions by the Southern Pacific with an average drop of about 20 cents and an extension of the delivery limit from Los Angeles. The revised rates, similar to those set four to five years ago, aim to cover most claims for consignments from California to San Jose and points further west. The changes take effect September 28 with broader applicability beginning November 1 in Arizona.
Public Examiner Foster reports 1905 to 1907 tax table for Arizona counties shows seven counties with lower rates in 1907 than 1906, four higher, and two unchanged. Most changes stem from courthouse construction and similar expenditures. Territorial and county taxes vary, with territorial rate at 75 cents.
Lieut. Phil Sheridan son of the late General Sheridan arrived quietly in Tucson and left by the Burra train for Fort Huachuca to observe army life versus social Capitol life. He signed his name without a title on the Santa Rita deck, as allowed for lieutenants.
Manager George Howard of The Dime said last night that starting next Sunday the admission will be 16 cents for ages over 12 and 10 cents for under 12, noting the 10-cent scale could not sustain operations. City residents reacted with surprise to the unanticipated change after nightly performances.
Local notes report rapid building in Tombstone and Warren, a new hotel planned, gas plant in Doxee, and sewer improvements in Douglas. Mining promoter Mrs J Robinson returns from Patagonia with leasing activity. Circus Ringling visits nearby towns. railroad one fare round trip announced. weather delays affect streets and plans for crushed rock paving.
Fragments describe an October 1 shooting quail date, Berner visiting the courthouse during illness, and a miners picnic at Lewis Springs. Reports mention Tombstone goods from Florence and Arcadia kittens, Staley cats trained for badger fighting, Joyce returning from Globe, and the Fifth Cavalry preparing a Fort Apache march with Lieutenant Sheridan possibly present.
Mrs. Thomas Freech arrived from Montreal on a sad mission. Her brother Frank Chisholm lies at death's door after a fall at Douglas. He is in county care with little hope for a permanent cure. Mrs. French returned to Canada with plans to bring him home. Water patrols monitor possible game law violators as the season opens October 15.
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