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Newspaper

Tucson Citizen

Location

Tucson, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1902

Page

2

Democratic Ticket Lists Delegates to Congress and Councilmen

The ticket names J. F. Wilson of Yavapai County for Delegate to Congress and Levi H. Manning of Pima County for Joint Councilman as the party lists its candidates.

Democratic County Ticket for Local Elections

Legislative Assembly candidates L C Cowan N W Bernard Harry Cody Nat E Hawke Frank E Murphy. District Attorney Charles Blenman. Recorder Charles A Shibell. Probate Judge Sylvester W Purcell. County School Superintendent William Angus. Surveyor Bartholomy. Justices of the Peace Wiley E Tussing W S Bartlett. Constables Joe Manciot Jesus Provencio.

Mark Smiths Shoes and the Trade Question

A Phoenix Republican is questioned over Mr. Smiths claim that Americans pay more for shoes and other goods than foreigners. The piece contrasts price gaps for shoes, saws, and playing cards, asking how domestic consumers are favored by trusts or foreign pricing.

Phoenix Republican Marcus A. Smith Europe Germany Smith Mark Smith Phoenix Arizona

Tariff Bias Hurts Home Consumers Said in Phoenix

The Phoenix Republican attacks a trust favored tariff that raises prices for several powders and harms American buyers. It claims foreign suppliers pay lower rates and cites high costs as evidence of Republican manipulation. The piece endorses Wilson for Delegate to Congress and lauds Sheriff Frank Murphy for cutting unnecessary fees in Pima County.

Frank Murphy Pima County Murphy

Music Lovers Witness Wagner Organ Debacle in Alton

The First Methodist Church of Alton Illinois installed a $5000 pipe organ gifted by Mrs Priest. A St Louis organist performed Wagner piece Tannhauser causing loud sounds and dramatic stagelike scenes that captivated the audience before revealing a misperceived monster death in the finale.

First Methodist Alton Illinois St. Louis St. Louis Republic Priest Kansas Wagner Tannhauser Thuringia Wartburg Venusberg Hulda

Pinal County Democrats Back Charles D Rep Py for Legislature

The column endorses Charles D Rep Py as a capable and intelligent Democrat for Arizona's territorial legislature. It praises his character, knowledge of territorial needs, and argues he would be a valuable representative for Pinal County and the Territory.

Pinal County Charles D. Reppy Arizona Reppy

Charles Blenman Chosen As Model District Attorney

Charles Blenman is described as a sound lawyer and level headed, promising to be true to justice and the best interests of the community as he pursues the role of district attorney.

Charles Blenman

Farmers Face Steel Trust and Railroads In Satirical Cartoon

The Sept ember issue of Agricultural Advertising features a cartoon showing a farmer with three ears of corn labeled Product of 1902, while two large figures for the steel trust and railroads try to exchange wealth for his corn. The piece cites census data on farms and wealth distribution, commenting on power and tariffs. It ends noting Harry Drachman and Fred Ronstadt as Pima County supervisors aware of taxpayers’ needs.

Steel Trust America United States Harry Drachman Fred Ronstadt Pima County

Judge Purcell Urges Re-Election In Voters Test

The piece states Judge Purcell has shown during his term what the people may expect if re-elected, describing him as obliging, diligent, and capable. It urges voters to re-elect him, and notes Tussing and Bartlett as sure winners for justices of the peace.

Contrast in civic morality: New York and Philadelphia

The piece contrasts New York City’s history of fair elections and Tammany’s ouster with Philadelphia’s alleged massive misgovernance and fraud. It cites figures from 1898, claims up to 80,000 fraudulent votes, and notes press and municipal league accusations, warning that fraud undermines government by the people. Six days remain until Nat Hawke’s election as county treasurer.

New York City Philadelphia Europe New York John Wanamaker Philadelphia Municipal League Philadelphia Press Charles Emory Smith McKinley

William Angus Named Excellent Superintendent of Schools

William Angus has proven an outstanding choice for superintendent, delivering stable leadership, improved curriculum, and strong community engagement. Supporters argue his tenure has advanced educational goals and school performance.

William Angus

Life in Prison at Auburn as Chronicled in Autobiography

The excerpt describes a prisoner’s routine at Auburn during a first term. Mornings start with cleaning, breakfast, and if no work, opium, dumbbell exercise, a cold sponge bath, then a nap before dinner. Afternoons include reading, yard exercise in lockstep, supper from burned bread crust coffee, and night readings until oil runs out.

Auburn Leslie’s Monthly

A Corner In Eggs Exchange Snippet

A humorous dialogue between a farmer's dog and a Leghorn rooster jokes about a hen claiming to be a financier. The rooster counters that she is simply trying to halt laying until egg prices rise.

The Oldest Force Storage

The water wheel likely the oldest method of obtaining mechanical power next to animal labor. Early wheels used flowing and falling water, later damming streams provided a continuous force. Storing water at height minimizes evaporation loss and rain replenishes supply, keeping force available with little upkeep. The Roman water clock exemplified this stored-force concept as their primary motor.

Diet and Character From the London Chronicle

The London Chronicle claims diet influences personality and vigor. It asserts pork fosters pessimism then notes beef boosts strength and audacity with sustained use, while mutton leads to melancholia and veal to fatigue. Eggs and milk aid women health, butter breeds laziness, apples boost brain work, potatoes dull, and mustard preserves memory.

London Chronicle

Paris and Reims Tales From The Art Treasures Of Europe

An amusing slice from Europe notes recalls a Paris visit with a Joan of Arc statue and a trip to Reims where locals offer free champagne at cave visits. A French wedding anecdote follows, a rose queen crowned near Paris requests a fiance, and the mayor’s blank marriage aid prompts a quick suitor.

Europe France Paris Reims Phil Joan of Arc Joan Charlie Sally Pomeroy New York Commercial Advertiser

French Gentleman Refuses Fortnight Hot Brandy Joke

A French gentleman rescued from a ducking at the river is taken to a tavern where he is advised to drink very hot brandy and water. He jokes with the waiter about a fortnight’s delay and replies that he should take it directly not a fortnight, sparking comic banter in Boys of the Empire.

Joe Monsieur The Empire

Second Thought Ends In An Ironic Vow Change

A letter reveals Ethel Barrows declines a marriage proposal to Mr Hicks with a sincere sign off and then on reconsideration writes to George to invite him for a forthcoming reunion and marriage. The exchange captures changing romantic plans and social nuance.

Mr. Hicks Ethel Barrows P. S George Ethel

Doubtful Compliment In Kitchen Confidence

Exchange reveals disbelief as Mrs. Newed proclaims she made the entire cake herself, while Newed asks if such strong hands could really bake it, in a light, domestic moment from the Chicago News.

Beverley Sanctuary Chronicle in Historic Church Practice

The Beverley sanctuary links St. John of Beverley to a medieval refuge system. In 1388 Athelstan granted general sanctuary privileges for ordinary offenses, with specific exit points marked by four crosses. Fugitives entered the church and sat in the freedd chair before claiming sanctuary, drawing refuge from across the country.

Beverley Minster London St. John of Beverley Athelstan England

Best Milk Cow Joke Reveals Farm Humor

The milkman sends the hired man to feed the best milk cow with roots. On returning, he discovers stored carrots turnips and parsnips piled by the pump. Pat replies the old pump is the best milk cow after all. Farm Journal style humor.

Pat Farm Journal

Early English Navy Blurs Line Between Merchantmen and Warships

The London Globe notes that in Britain’s early naval era there was little distinction between merchant ships and warships. Peace and war times saw ships trade and arm, with Elizabeth I hiring navy vessels for piracy and slave trading, and Henry III pioneering state ships. The practice ended after the Spanish Armada defeat as fighting ships became distinct from traders.

Elizabeth Henry III London Globe

Meanings of the Word Stove Through History

The term stove for a room heater shares its origin with earlier uses referring to warmed houses and plant houses. Bacon and Woodward used stove for warming and storing plants while Pepys noted nautical heating to soften rigging. Obsolete meanings faded after Franklin's inventions, with the French etuye paralleling the early sense.

Lord Bacon Woodward Bacon Pepys Franklin

Pickpockets and Pins on Tram Theft

A theatergoer boarding a tram fell prey to a deft pickpocket. She kept her purse in hand and felt a sharp prick, released the purse, and in moments another thief had already snatched it, slipping away before she could react.

Naughty Boy Seeks Leniency With Dinner Hint

A mother warns Bobby that his father will punish him for misbehavior. Bobby pleads for mercy and suggests a quick dinner bribe to soften the punishment, asking his mother to prepare a better meal after dinner. The exchange appears in the Pittsburg Dispatch.

Bobby Pittsburg Dispatch

The Limit Dialog on a ruined church and photography

A soulful young speaker praises a ruined church with ivy as a perfect symbol of patient resignation. A young man with a camera responds that nothing is photographed more than such scenes, capturing enduring images.

No Cause For Woe Morality In Mourning

A Boston Transcript note questions proper conduct after a rich uncle’s death. It argues mourning attire should reflect personal sentiment and the nature of the bequest rather than automatic groveling.

Stokes Bickers Boston Transcript

No Fight Declared Over Political Reflections

A Washington Star exchange quotes a debate about truth and honor as an antagonist questions honesty. The speaker declines confrontation, saying only a gentleman may fight and calling a liar unfit for battle.

Washington Star

Three Letters in a Philadelphia Press Exchange

A comic exchange explains how a man’s letter to women caused trouble. Henpeck recalls receiving three letters spelling out Yes, revealing how words can spark consequences in social letters.

Gayboy Henpeck Philadelphia Press

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Tucson Citizen Citizen Printing and Publishing Co Associated Press Act of Congress Tucson O’brien Moore Congress J. F. Wilson Yavapai County Levi H. Manning Democratic Legislative Assembly L. C. Cowan N. W. Bernard Harry Cody Nat E. Hawke Frank E. Murphy Charles A. Shibell Sylvester W. Purcell Surveyor— Co. Bartholomy Harry A. Drachman Justices of the Peace WILEY Joe Manciet Jesus Provencio Republican Party Wilson Farmers of America Tussing Bartlett Nat Hawke Aostetter
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