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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1900
Page
2
Fragmentary text appears to reference term lengths and access periods. The readable bits mention one year and six months with unclear context. No named individuals or organizations are clearly identifiable from the surviving OCR.
The essay-like fragment mentions Gov Murphy and a political struggle over elections and policy toward China. It references Democrats, senior Americans, missionaries, and a protest or flag issue in Chipat, but the text is garbled and offers no clear events or outcomes to report.
Awa Topeka exchange remarks describe Filipino actions in relation to General McArthur and a solar event, with mentions of whipped and scattered people and a striking but opaque assessment of the situation.
A tester notes the challenge of spotting a single delegate who moves to secure unanimous consensus during a political convention. The observation highlights the dynamics of influence and maneuvering within nomination debates and the potential for quiet leadership to shape results.
A fragmented territorial democracy signals a potential plan to place a patent on the proceedings after the Republican territorial convention. Observers urge swift action, hoping to resolve divisions sooner rather than later.
The Democrats must conduct territorial and county campaigns separately with no cross influence on the delegate to Congress issue. The message urges unwavering party loyalty and warns against mixing county tickets with national party choices.
M F Bates of Rock Island Illinois a lifelong Republican offers to bet his $69 000 farm that I Will go for Bryan in November He says he stayed with the party until McKinleyism waned then joined the Democratic party as the only party representing Americanism.
The Mexican congress showed strong sympathy for Texans and friendship toward the Gulf coast state by approving a relief appropriation of 30000 dollars for storm victims.
A fragment notes Kansas women gaining fame through politics and social scuffles. It mentions a contentious mischaracterized remark about a "yawning gal" and a wife suing an official for 27.15 in board charges for a prisoner. The tone mocks party squabbles and praises local female influence and resilience.
Fragmented report notes Kingman business leaders withdraw support from the Mineral Wealth project amid disputes over favoritism and political influence. Despite the backlash, advocates vow to persevere and seek new backing to sustain the venture.
The text notes New York City having about 25 000 more women than men and calls this an army of women. It urges that no woman be without an assignment, and mentions women being sought out west and south for regions where men are scarce, framing the demand as civilizational.
Bisbee society items note CC McAllister and wife arriving from Canoncas. Delegates to be chosen for primary vote are discussed. The Young Men Democratic Club forms at Gratis Hall with officers Calaghan, Pritchett, Cunningham, Nichols, Hunt and others. Plans include affiliation with national groups and campaign literature. About a hundred members pledged.
The Cochise county Republican gathering convened smoothly with a morning and afternoon session and 3 pm adjournment. Gov Murphy led, with Vickers also gaining support. if Murphy falters, Vickers could unite the opposition. The party chose Murphy by a 43 vote majority in a consensus setting.
Andy Lang is on the sick list. AB Readies Biebee visitor from Tacton, Mrs HJ Donald and daughter returned from Oak End. Presbyterian Sunday School to rehearse Thursday at 7 20 pm for Rallying Day. Catholic group plans a fair similar to the last. Registration in Bisbee and surrounding area is uneven amid expected heavy activity. Bisbee Democratic club gains new members. Ameden illness leads to California sanitarium. Contractor Rubincon of Rubincon and Too ley on site for railroad work. 200 men at grade. Dr D Ferguson arrives from Detroit to practice with Dr Edmundwo in Bisbee.
The census shows New York three, Chicago 1 698 575, Philadelphia 1 293 057, Louis 675 238, Boston 00 892, Baltimore 508 967, Cleve lan 581 768, Buffalo 52 219, San Francisco 342 152, Cincinnati 325 v0.
The Republican reports on Private Peter Haan of the Thirty third Volunteer Infantry in the Philippines, whose letters urged pardon from Governor Murphy. The governor noted military jurisdiction limits, but aided a path to relief via the war department, amid Haan’s claims of unjust imprisonment and his references to supporters. The Morenci & Southern railroad project near Guthrie draws criticism for alleged corruption and dangerous bridge work, with eighteen miles to cover and twenty eight bridges including one 194 feet high.
Governor Murphy heard oral arguments on the commutation of death sentences for William and Thames aldermen. Attorney General Ainsworth and Mr Hopkins presented affidavits and letters from Cochise County residents and jurors. Hopkins pressed for admission of affidavits. decision pending after careful review and potential county visits.
A French adventurer long held in captivity among carnivals in Central Maine plans to publish a book. The piece notes his release as joyous, likening it to relief from a stubborn stomach and promotes Hosteller’s Stomach Bitters for dyspepsia and insomnia. The column mocks readers who pay subscriptions in wood and jokes about era changes and wood substitutes.
A fragment from a late 19th or early 20th century Arizona page reports on weather, local officials, and civic matters. It mentions people like Forest McKinley, postmaster Laura G Crabb, and a governor, plus transportation washouts affecting rail lines. It also notes calls for a constitutional convention and warns against anonymous political circulars.
Dr Kanes, an entomologist, returned from Y. pei cwaty with specimens of the Hercules beetle. The beetle, noted for its large size, appears in late August and early September. The era’s history links its name to the creek Big Bug and the nearby mining district.
Local business community favors carnivorous themes this winter with unanimous support. Paveniz previously backed the concept last winter and continues to advocate for it amid ongoing discussions.
The article reports assorted Tucson area happenings including a Rocky Ford livery deal, a claim about piano abundance in Arigna, property rental on Washington Street, and a Palace Saloon occupancy. It notes Joe Howell's recent activities and a San Bernardino ranch incident, plus expressions on Jimmy’s health and Scribner’s potential run for Treasurer. It ends with Bowto’s candidacy for District Attorney, backed by county friends.
Rumors from Phornix claim Mark Smitisci will withdraw from the contest within a week, clearing the way for Wilson. The Florence Tribune reports Professor James McNauchtin will return to the Tempe normal academy area to oversee early mining claims near Glube, noting a copper ore lode on the hanging wall of 2 Fort Lodge and promising copper output and a rising gold belt as new capital arrives. HC Herrick returns from Doc Caberis with rapid development of several mines and the Carey mill’s water capacity supporting larger output.
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