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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1902
Page
5
The City News reports trains on time, new registers at San Xavier, and oil prospects near Globe with 209 to 2500 feet depth targets. It notes deaths and a divorce suit, a near fire at Lt. Monier’s home, a criminal capture, and a $1.5 million mining company filing. Also mentions a jolly mission-area party and community notices.
Reported spree of bicycle thefts over several days targets riders who leave bikes unattended. L. L. Kingan’s wheel stolen from his home last night. Florencio Ruiz caught trying to ride off with a bike from Barnes & Martin’s storefront. Police urged to act.
Miss Eloise and Misss Marion Oliver depart for Chicago after teaching at the Indian school. Cornelia Augusto visits Florence and works there. Notables include Bird S. Coler of New York, former NYC comptroller, and H V McFaddin family from Fappire ranch. Numerous locals and travelers pass through from Nogales to Tombstone and Los Angeles.
Firefighters rushed to district No.3 this afternoon and battled a shed blaze that spread to an adobe house near the graveyard owned by Philip Sapta Crug. A gasoline can reignited, severely burning one Santa Cruz child attempting to smother the flames as dry boards fed the quickly spreading fire. No water was available nearby.
Firefighters fought a blaze that gutted a house, leaving only adobe walls. They saved adjoining property and most furniture before the flames reached the home. Fireman Reilly suffered burns to his hands during the effort.
A list of hotel arrivals including E F Stayles from Los Angeles and others from New York, Cincinnati, St. Louis, San Francisco, Phoenix, Nogales, El Paso, Denver, Copenhagen, and more, with numerous accompanying guests and spouses noted at various properties.
An advertisement for Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children claims a long history at the Children's Home in New York. It touts cures for feverishness constipation headaches teething and stomach disorders and warns against substitutes. Sold by druggists for 25 cents with free samples from Allen Omsted Le Roy New York.
The passage discusses writer's hesitation when beginning a piece and notes that starting slowly allows the flow of words to gain speed. It argues that the mind must be filled with a subject before writing, and that expression follows from dominant ideas rather than rigid rules.
The article notes that the human traits seen in birds include jealousy and rivalries. It cites Mr. Burroughs and another observer who say errant bird husbands are punished by other birds, including a vivid anecdote of a sparrow being held by the head and dangled as punishment while mates peck at him.
For repairing of fine watches and jewelry go to E. G. Capo's. Every watch is guaranteed. Only first class work turned out.
An odd mix of claims mocks sacred cows and promotes Dr King New Life Pills for digestion. The item also lists jewelry offerings from E G Capo Jeweler, 82 West Congress Street, and Smith Tailor advertising cleaning and replacement of spring salt items alongside B G Capes Tiffany glass at 83 West Congress.
A cheerful speaker declares he never grumbles about heat and urges cool thoughts. He cites vast solar heat, the sun’s distance, and the Earth’s chilly vacuum to argue people should stay positive.
Two Arizona men await Washington news on the internal revenue collector race for the Arizona New Mexico division. Contenders began as A. S. Morrison the incumbent, Ralph Cameron of Flagstaff who quit, and E. B. Vaughan of Tombstone backed by Senator Carmack and many Republicans though Vaughan is a Democrat and young. The office, once at Santa Fe, could shift to another location if Vaughan wins.
W. T. Sturtevant of Merry Oaks NC reports fifteen years of dyspepsia and indigestion ended after using Kodol. He can eat almost anything now and says digestion is good. Ad advises wholesome food and warns against dieting. Bell's Pharmacy promotes Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for emergencies.
British vice Consul White Mortimer notes a treaty allowing British consular officers to represent the absent heirs of British born persons dying intestate. He states Arizona is in his district and suggests publishing the letter for readers of British birth.
Negotiations are under way for a ball game between the Tucson Grays and the Bisbee team. If it happens it would be a major local event, with Bisbee pride and the Grays in good condition after weeks of practice.
The Tucson weather from observer E L Wetmore shows a minimum of 77 and a mean around 85 with southeast winds. The barometer is stationary and a change is expected on or before the 20th.
Ad for sale of lots in Bruckner and Manlove's addition to Tucson near the railroad reservation. Plans and low payments from two dollars monthly secure a lot. Ground higher than University, soil deep, water praised by University analysis. Streetcar line soon extended, ideal for homes. Apply to Charles A Hoff at Hoff Street, Nov 124. Hoff Street, Math. 1051.
Offer of cold storage and barbecued meat from Austin & James at 141 East Congress Street in an old schoolhouse. Notes six hours cooking time and suitability for family use. Emphasizes convenience during hot weather, home cooking, and coffee at the lunch stand.
An ad from F Ronstadt announces no price increase for blacksmithing and wagon work despite higher material costs. The offer claims better quality at reduced costs and emphasizes prompt, careful service.
The ad touts high quality hand carved leather items in new designs offered at very low prices at BE G Caposa. The brief promotes craftsmanship and value to attract customers.
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