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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1902
Page
5
Local paragraphs recount delays on the railway due to an accident near Benson and a buggy crash with uninjured occupants. A park river camping party enjoyed a late inner and a prize banner event highlighted Bisbee lodge activities. Rain and showers brought relief to a dry district, aiding cattle movement and ranchers’ needs as social and official notices mix with marriages and licenses.
The item records brief social mentions including Heffner arriving from the Em ut last evening, Jess Ward and wife visiting as a Grande yesterday, Daniels returning from Phoe betiday and stopping over to Nogales, and JM Jacobs with wife planning to leave Francisco next Wednesday to spend the summer.
Martin Costello arrived on the delayed westbound train this afternoon. Walter Buehring and his wife, back from Nogales yesterday, will be at home to friends in the city. 1L W. Cooley arrived from Benton on the Burto this morning for a short business trip.
A major Tucson rumor proved true as Judge S. W. Purcell married Miss Julia Stewart in Los Angeles on Saturday. Purcell, a popular Tucson attorney, came west from Denver six years ago and now serves as probate judge. Stewart, a former Liberty mine teacher, has ties to Seattle and Nogales. The couple will return to Tucson Wednesday to reside here.
A drummer named Peck stays at an Oklahoma hotel run by a school board president. The landlord jokes about dignity and hiding a gun in a long coat, warns against underage gun use, then pledges clean sheets for Peck as a compliment, leaving him dubious yet amused.
Mrs Norton frets after learning Major is a first name not a title and admits she has called him Major for six months. A London commentary notes a court quip about a canal boat voyage. The piece ends with a satirical remark on diamonds and poverty.
In Carrillo's Gardens Tucson Grays fall to Bisbee Reds 6 to 4 after a hard fought two hour game. Both sides fielded well with ragged moments and timely hits as Bisbee clinched the victory with a late rally and strong defense.
The notice lists F. J. Villaescusa offering harness and saddlery discounts as he moves from 1108 Meyer Street to Congress Street. It also advertises Dean's Ointment promising instant relief and permanence, available at drug stores for 50 cents. Alex Rossi sells meal tickets at a discount, offering $11.50 tickets for $10 and $5.75 tickets for $5.
Earned runs were tied at 3 to 3. Armstrong allowed five walks while White recorded seven strikeouts. Toren Guercio and Brown had two base hits each. Four sacrifice hits by Godfrey and Guercio aided in offense. Drachman and Smitty combined for three passed balls, with Tucson stealing four bases and Bisbee six. Umpire Wilsey. Game lasted two hours.
A playful reverie on baseball crowds and umpire nerves, bleachers and coaches shaping the drama. The piece notes fan reactions and the pageant of the game from the catcher to the field, ending with the crowd’s murmured verdict of charm and beauty.
Advertising copy touts Allen's Foot Ease powder as instant relief for painful, burning feet, ingrown nails, corns, bunions, and tired feet. Claims quick sting relief, fits new shoes, and offers mail order with stamps, though readers are advised to avoid substitutes.
A horse drawn buggy dragged by a furious mare collided with a survey wagon at Stone avenue and Corral streets. Mrs Hesse and her husband were in one vehicle, the other contained Mrs Felix, a baby, and several children. Both carriages became locked. Mrs Hesse suffered a hysteric fit but no serious injuries. The Felix family was frightened but unharmed. Officers are urged to curb reckless driving in the city.
Miss Marian Jones of Santa Monica won the women’s national tennis championship by default as Miss Elizabeth Moore was unable to finish the match due to illness. Jones was declared champion in Philadelphia on June 30.
Copies of the Tucson City and Southern Arizona Directory can be obtained from Charles T. Conne at 137 West Pennington Street. The notice lists price and ordering details with a June 16 deadline.
F Ronstadt advertises a new plant enabling lower costs and no price increases for blacksmithing and wagon work. Claims faster, better work with careful execution and prompt service. Address 204-tf.
An old Austin page lists BARBECUED MEAT at 141 East Congress Street with a lunch stand offering coffee and cold storage meats. It promotes Austin and James, B G Capo jewelers at 83 West Congress, and repair services by E B G Cape. Also notes remedies for cholera infantum and dysentery and a Wild Strawberry extract by Dr Fowler.
EF. J. Villaescusa announces a removal sale of harness saddles bridles and related stock to avoid moving to Congress street. Purchasers urged to buy now to save money.
A Willow Grove resident says DeWitt's Witch Haze Salve cured piles and skin ailments. The ad promotes the salve as a universal remedy, warning against counterfeit products sold at Bell's Pharmacy.
Observer E L Wetmore notes a minimum 52 and maximum 78 with mean 3.8 and rainfall 0.16 inch. Winds from northeast, south with clouds and rain possible. barometer very low and dangerous. Following weather, F Ronstadt advertises bargain prices on buggies harness saddles and supplies and offers to show goods.
D Scott Currin of Loganon Pa praises One Minute Cough Cure as the best remedy for coughs colds croup and throat and lung troubles. The advertisement claims immediate relief and safety with Bell's Pharmacy listed as the source.
Lots in Bruckner and Manloves addition to Tucson near the railroad reservation offer cheap prices and easy payments. Two dollars per month secures a lot. higher ground, deep soil, good water, and air quality praised by University analysis. Streetcar extension planned. limited lots available. contact Charles A. Hoff at 124 Hor street or call Main 1051.
The ad touts Burdock Blood Bitters as a simple way to keep the bowels stomach liver and kidneys strong and active for vigorous health. It portrays a direct health benefit from regular use and links vitality to these organs.
Buy your harness saddles bridles spurs and bits at F J Villaes usa’s relocation sale on 1105 S Meyer street with greatly reduced prices on all goods.
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