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Newspaper

Tombstone Epitaph

Location

Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1906

Page

4

A Look Forward and A Glance Backward

Kean St. Charles, editor of Our Mineral Wealth in Kingman Arizona, chronicles his political ambitions and the editor’s self critique. He recalls his failed candidacy for the Democratic nomination to the legislative council, laments office seeking, and notes his newspaper’s ongoing mission of bread and mining riches. The piece ends with a ironic tongue lash at office seekers and declares “Printing Done Here” as the future sign on the roof.

Kean St Pope Tor Years Kean St. Charles Ore

Teddy the Spitz Walks 50 Miles Home to Paradise

Teddy the little Spitz dog, previously taken to Tombstone, again returned to Paradise on foot, covering at least 50 miles. He arrived Wednesday and was welcomed by many friends who will care for him, despite no one being home.

Teddy Spitz Lime Gallen Paradise Tombstone Bene Paradise Test Les

Todhunter Wins $100000 Judgment Against Buckeye Mining

In district court Oscar B Todhunter won a final judgment against Buckeye Mining Milling Co for 100000 with interest and costs. The company owns mining claims near old Fort Bowie and issued bonds secured by a mortgage on the property but could not meet payments. Todhunter acted as trustee and the suit was brought by Pickett Bowman. exhibits include HY bonds totaling 75850 dollars.

Oscar B. Todhunter Buckeye Mining & Milling Company Old Fort Bowie Povide Todhanter Pickett & Bowman Atorneys

Lost Satchel Of Valuables From Mrs Campbell

Mrs J Campbell left for Los Angeles after a visit here. At Fairbank she boarded a train, left her hand catcher on a bench, and discovered the satchel missing after the train started. It contained a watch, papers, and money. officers are seeking its return.

J. Campbell Los Angeles Fairbank Benson

Hydrophobia treatment discussed by Phoenix Enterprise

The Phoenix Enterprise reports talk of asking the legislature to create a hydrophobia annex to the territorial asylum. It notes many bites in Arizona and mentions Pasteur Institute in Chicago as a treatment source. Texas previously funded a hydrophobia facility. $1,400 returned to the treasury. the institute is self supporting.

Phoenix Enterprise Arizona Pasteur Institute Chicago Pasteur Austin Texas New Mexico New

District Court filings reveal several civil suits

Frances Manahan of Bisbee seeks a divorce from A ie Manahan on cruelty grounds with a $200 attorney fee and $100 monthly alimony. E F Young sues J W Stonehouse for 235 plus interest from Nov 30 1905 via promissory notes. E Flanigan files suit against Dean Arizona Mining Co for 40000 in damages for injuries when a cage failed at the 1000 foot level on May 8 196 with alleged gross negligence. Howell Givens and Lillian Givens sued for 5300 plus 102 30 interest in a contract dispute involving Bisbee real estate and a mortgage. Douglas Commercial Co and W O Page highlight an appeal filed from Douglas. Marin V Genardini vs Delfino Genardini dismissed due to stipulation between parties.

Frances Manahan Bisbee Ie Manahan Arke Tno. E Flanigan Allen R. English Dean-Arizona Mining Company Howell Givens Lillian Givens Douglas Commercial Company W.O. Page Douglas

Cochise County political notes and camp prosperity observed

The text notes the dem ratio majority in Cochise County and opposition to statehood, along with a variety of local concerns. It mentions building activity in Tombstone, plans for representation at Don Luis circus day, and families seeking nickels and dinners. An citizenship examiner questions a voter about Mark Smith, who would be a delegate, and judge offers a chance. Also predicts Cochise will have about 6,500 registered voters vs Maricopa’s 6,000, with primaries supplies ready and county cattlemen content with good rains and beef and water.

Cochise Don Luis Kent Mark Smith Cochise County Maricopa County

Dejected Salcido Meets His Doom

Duran Salcido, an alleged Mexican revolutionary, was hounded by immigration officials and escorted to the line at Nogales after capture in Douglas Weeks earlier. A thousand spectators watched as he was shackled, dejected, and then released to Mexican officials who led him away.

Duran Salcido Douglas Nogales Tucson Webb Cardo Sulcido

Territorial Fair in Phoenix Dates Announced

Notices urge participation in the Territorial Fair to be held in Phoenix from September 12 to 17, 1906. Entries are encouraged with blank forms provided by the secretary. Sheep entries triple last year and cattle promises a strong showing with special attractions planned including Bert Murphy.

Phoenix Sow

Health for 10 Cents. Aively liver and bright eyes card claim

An old ad copy promotes health benefits for ten cents claiming lively liver pure blood clear tin and bright eyes. It touts candy cathartic as the product to obtain health and vigor with minimal cost and effort.

Sidineae Ae

Southern Pacifics Certic Bett Battle Report from Yuma

The Citizens report a major effort by Southern Pacific against the Colorado River to ease flows toward the South Pacific. Under H. T. Cory, work accelerates on the Mexican intake with a trestle, rock and earth fill, and a dam foundation. No hours wasted as 44 car loads of material are moved daily by three engines on the temporary line.

Yuma Southern Pacific Colorado River Pacific Boer Colorado Sulton Sea H. T. Cory Randolph Tocsa Yurma

Work On Copper Queen Smelter Delayed Ten Days

The Bisbee Miner reports that lack of workers suited to high altitude work has halted the Copper Queen stack project for ten days. Grinnell halted operations at 180 feet above ground after finding the crew scarce and the timbering heavy. When finished the stack will be one of the world’s loftiest, rising 250 feet high and 75 feet in diameter, venting fumes safely away from the town. A new crew of top-level men is expected within ten days to resume work.

Saya J Grinnel Grinnell

Two Accidents At Benson

Two accidents occurred in Benson last Wednesday and Thursday night. Eight year old Edward Cruz was killed when he was thrown from a wagon as his horse bolted and the wheels passed over his neck. Night helper Antonio Figuerro, employed at the Southern Pacific round house, broke his leg when an explosion occurred while he filled engine tanks with oil and he jumped from the tender, landing awkwardly. The fire was extinguished with no further damage.

Benson Edward Cruz Antonio Figuerro Southern Pacific Round House Tacwon

Through Train Service Expanded on S P Lines

November 1st marks a new through train arrangement on the Southern Pacific and the GH lines linking San Francisco and New Orleans. General Agent A W Cheeseman announced the plan to operate a double daily service between these cities and intermediate points.

Wain Ranning Southern Pacific G. H San Francisco New Orleans A.W Cheeseman

Extracts From Arizona Indian Reports

The report surveys Colorado River Indians and reservations in Arizona, detailing population figures for Mohave Havasupi Apache Wallapai and Navajo groups, land areas, and social practices. It notes English use among San Carlos Apache, water access near Wallapai lands, and observations on polygamy and family structures within Western Navajo communities.

Arion Lod White Mountain Ter Arizona C. W. Crouse White Mountain Indian Reservation Mohave Wallapais Santa Fe Wallapai Reservation Navajo Reservation Valuelen

Copper Queen Leads World Copper Mines In 1903 Output

The Copper Queen mine dominates global copper production, with 1903 yields of 36.385 million pounds, far surpassing rivals like Anaconda and Calumet & Hecla. Phelps, Judge & Co owns it exclusively, eight stockholders, with last year’s dividends around 8 million dollars on 2 million shares. Forecasts project 100 million pounds this year at roughly seven cents per pound, signaling at least 11 million dollars in earnings. Market chatter places upper Queen stock bids around 75 dollars per share, valuing the property near 10 million dollars, well above current Anaconda and Calumet & Hecla prices.

Boston News Bureau Copper Queen Aaconda Company Boston & Montana Calumets& Hela Cpper Phelps, Judge &Co Upper Queen Storm Anscond Calumet & Hecla

Thankful thanks for kindness after sister Elizabeth dies

Cara of Thanks expresses sincere gratitude to friends and neighbors for many kindnesses during the illness and death of beloved sister Elizabeth Ma. and Mas A Dovart H Bovans.

Kindare Elizabeth Mas A Dovart H. Bovans

Six Million Boxes a Year in Cascarea Candy Craze

Fragmentary clipping mentions Cascarea and candy popularity, claiming six million boxes a year and a verdict by the people. The text is garbled but indicates a discussion of candy rising to popularity and a strong product claim. No clear names or dates are recoverable.

Local Visitors Highlight Thursday in Daily

Thursday's Daily notes Hrobare Judge Goudvody visiting from Bisbee with mother Mrs. M Godbody and sister Mra M J Cunningram. Mentions A E Davia of Natchez and others in mining, plus Miss Jonnie Boatman visiting from the east and A Ashman ill with pneumonia.

Hrobare Goudvody M Godbody M. J. Cunningram Bisbee A. E. Davia Natchez Mississippi Ty Warntow Jonnie Boatman

Judge McFarland Reappointed Referee in Bankruptcy

Judge Daniel McFarland was reappointed Referee in Bankruptcy for this district by Judge Duan. He completed a lengthy term and his succession shows he performed his duties satisfactorily to the appointing power and to the public, as the project notes his qualifications and integrity for the post.

Daniel McFarland Duan McFarland Pkojecton McFnland Referree

Marriage Licenses Issued in Probate Court

More Bliss Tickets Are issued the following marriage licenses were issued recently. J. J Johnson to wed Josefina man of Bisbee. John W Barker to wed Nellie Downing of Lowell. Ygnecia Martinez to wed Odela Navarrite of Douglas. Henry Meyer to wed Jessie M Olmstead of Tombside.

J. ¥. Johnson Josefina Man Bisbee John W. Barker Nellie Downing Lowell Ygnecia Martinez Odela Navarrite Douglas Henry Meyer Jessie M. Olmstead Tombside

Stolen Arizona Ties Located by Detectives

A San Francisco dispatch reports that Southern Pacific officials learned 75,000 ties stolen from Arizona and New Mexico divisions have been taceted by detectives. The ties are valued at about $10,000.

San Francisco Southern Pacific Company Arizona New Mexico

Runaway Industrial School Student Escapes Benson Reform School

A runaway student from the Benson Reform School was pursued by an officer, but tore his ankle and escaped through a door. The deputy chose not to fire. The incident was reported by Nogales Times. Justin Brown departed for Los Angeles for a visit with relatives, remaining a few weeks.

Clark Benson Sheriff Day Nogales Justin Brown Los Angeles

Mrs Robinson's yemerday visit and town news in Friday Daily

Fragments report Mrs Sarah Robinson leaving yesterday for a visit with daughter Mrs J Patton in Biatee. Commercial men in town include Dick Deed of Selby Cartridge Union mug, HM iene of J & Douglas Brewing, J Gadney for Waterlouse Lester, Halling with Dupont Powder, and B Fouhart of Baker Hamilton. Father M Condert, longtime southwest Catholic clergy figure, died after a long illness over 75 years old, with 50 plus years in Mexico. Watermelon tale from Hoyt ranch features a 40 inch girth fruit weighing 50 plus lbs. Miss Clare Keach returns from Los Angeles hospital, still unable to leave bed. Tombstone sees many well-behaved youths. police chief Bravin imposes a curfew from Monday October 1, at 8 PM, warning violators of consequences.

Tday Dick Deed Selby Cartridge Company Union HM Iene J & Douglis Brewing Company J. Gadney Father M Condert Southwest Bersahilo Mexico

Train Fire Scare For Nogales Passengers

A lamp in the sleeper vestibule exploded aboard a Nogales train inviting a rapid response by a porter whose quick action stopped the flames. The fire spread on oil-soaked matting several feet high before damp blankets extinguished it and halted the train.

Nogales

Second Annual Territorial Fair at Arizona Event Week

The second annual fair features a Cowboy Relay race for the territorial championship. Indian Day on Friday November 16 promises key events. Meewis, Alexander and Brown push for a full exhibit as Indians show growing interest in races. The week of November 12 to 17 will be lively with new sights and renewed acquaintances.

Arizona Meewis Alexander Brown

Also Mentioned on This Page

E. F. Young J. W. Stonehouse Sun Marin Genardini Delfino Genardini Salcido Bert Murphy Certic Bett C. Q. Smelter S. P Sister Republic Cara JS Murington Rtasse Mien 40 Aghion Michgan Eit Wy Mining WH. Honm Mire Win, Lamb T. Elliott The Ellwell Mining Company Company A. Ashman Russ House Hix Ireade Be, Walker John Walker Walker Randolph Rob Eva Wolcott Ad Garteman Indy Clegiate Mises Wolcott Judge McFarland Sarah Robinson Biatee J. Patton Paostretor Hoyt Ranch Clare Keach Tedey
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