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Newspaper

Tucson Citizen

Location

Tucson, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1902

Page

2

Second-class Matter Notice for Tucson Post Office

Entered according to Act of Congress as Second-class matter at the post office of Tucson Arizona.

Congress Tucson Arizona

Editorial Ticket Names for Local Democratic Candidates

The editorial endorses J. F. Wilson of Yavapai County for Delegate to Congress and Levi H. Manning of Pima County for Joint Councilman. The piece outlines party alignment and supports the ticket for upcoming elections.

Preacher Ferguson Leaves Grace Church Amid Debate on Pulpit Topics

A note reveals Rev. Charles Ferguson will no longer officiate at Grace Church Episcopal. The piece argues pulpit focus should be on Gospel and soul rather than intellectual or sociopolitical topics, praising Ferguson’s thoughtful sermons while warning against sensational preaching. The author urges careful pulpit selection and notes morality’s role in scripture.

Charles Ferguson Grace Church Episcopal Ferguson United States Philippines

Controversy Over Kentucky Slave Auction Note Sparks Debate

A Phoenix Gazette excerpt likens a proposed sale of a Black man into servitude for vagrancy in Kentucky to historic pauper auctions in New England. The piece condemns the practice as barbaric and notes the cruelty hidden in poverty laws, arguing civilizational progress should end such auctions.

Phoenix Gazette the Gazette Kentucky Shelbyville Springfield Republican Massachusetts New England

Enterprising drama groups urged after Phoenix praise for Uncle Tom

The Globe notes the Phoenix paper praises the Uncle Tom drama as still appealing and urges strong box office. It calls for greater enterprise in staging the show and even recommends adding bloodhounds before winter. The commentary questions Globe as home of anarchy and insists authorities act against anarchists in Arizona.

Phoenix Eva Globe Glove Brodie Arizona

Murphy blocked Morrison U.S. Attorney reappointment

The Phoenix Republican notes Murphy failed to secure Morrison’s reappointment as United States attorney. It analyzes political opposition, intra party shifts, and Senate confirmation hurdles impacting the effort. Morrison faced objections and scheduling delays that stalled the renewal process.

Phoenix Republican Murphy Morrison United States Attorney

Miles Inspection gentle on Philippine visit

The article argues General Miles should not be judged by politics but on professional military reporting. It notes inspectors Breckinridge and Sanger provide thorough data, with Miles set to inspect Philippine stations and report to the Secretary of War. It predicts Miles will be treated like Breckinridge and that the army inspection system is already strong.

Miles Arizona The Arizona Star General Miles Philippines Secretary of War Breckinridge Joseph P. Sanger Washington Hostetter

Arizona Voters Warned of Statehood Vote Consequences

The Arizona voters are urged that a vote for Wilson equals support for Statehood and that the Statehood proposition could fail without Senate Democrats acting as guardians. The Phoenix Republican defends its stance while Bisbee Review notes Morrison was removed as United States attorney.

Arizona Wilson Senate Guardians Phoenix Republican Bisbee Review Morrison United States

Regulating and Controlling Trusts Question

The quoted claim argues that regulation implies license and perpetuation of trusts. It questions whether such regulation aligns with the goal of curbing trust power or merely preserves existing structures.

Time Tables for Railroads Aims at Clear Public Use

The New York Press notes railroads supply a government style information card for employees and public use. It details speeds per mile, water stations, yard limits, clock locations, bridge crossing rules, holidays, and station lists. The card aims to reduce traveler questions while preserving company secrecy.

New York Press

Beheaded King Charles I and the London Executioner

The burial register notes Richard Brandon as the man who beheaded Charles I. Brandon died six months after the deed, hurried to Whitechapel, and faced claims of remorse. A rival claim by William Howlett arose after the Restoration, but Brandon’s role remains the central infamy.

Whitechapel Richard Brandon Rosemary Lane Brandon Charles William Howlett London Harper’s Magazine

Washingtons Birthday: From 1781 to Boston Holiday Steps

The Massachusetts legislature made Washingtons Birthday a legal holiday in 1856, converting Feb 12 1857 into a holiday. Before that Mrs. Harrison Gray Otis hosted a public reception on Feb 22, attracting Boston residents and military parades. The first recognition of the day cited is Feb 12 1781 by French troops in Newport, with the observance moved to the 12th when the 11th was Sunday.

Washington Massachusetts Harrison Gray Otis Boston Newport R. I

Checking a Hemorrhage Guidance for lay reactions

The text notes that even a slight hemorrhage can be alarming but not necessarily dangerous. It may stem from stomach upset or lung or heart disease. Only an experienced physician should judge. Have the patient lie quietly, offer cold drinks, and use salted water. Rest is essential if the cause is serious.

Turkish Cemeteries and Bird Water Vessels

In Turkish cemeteries water vessels rest on graves and birds’ basins appear on marble tombs. Locals believe birds carry messages to the dead and that birds must be placated to avoid misfortune.

Turkey

Brotherly Exchange Cited By New York Herald

In a quoted exchange, a brother insists “Don’t you know me” while a sister recalls the men they vowed to become. The New York Herald frames the dialogue as a note on family ties and memory.

New York Herald

The Gentleness of Seals on South Shetland Shores

A vivid glimpse from the Nelson Island south Shetland group describes hundreds of seals on shore and in water as a small boat nears. The expedition notes curious, unmoved stares from the animals and a few leopard seals shot by the party.

Nelson Island South Shetland Ous Young Sobral

Will of Lis unele noted in Stray Stories dialogue

In a Stray Stories excerpt characters discuss success factors. A "knowing young man" touts "force of character" while naming Jones as sure to succeed, then contrasts Brown with "a will of Lis unele" as an even stronger factor guiding him in the world.

Jones Brown Lis Unele

Injunctions and Mutual Blocks Satirical Exchange

The Baltimore Herald quotes a witty exchange about injunctions, illustrating a loop of legal maneuvers. The joke centers on a lawyer noting the difficulty of preempting someone who himself obtained an injunction against the speaker.

Baltimore Herald

Small In a Double Sense

A brief quip contrasts a large world with the people in it. Smithers comments that the world is small to match certain individuals, reflecting a cynical take on social dynamics as noted by the Cincinnati Commercial Tribune.

Smithers Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Accounted For Dime Museum Manager and Living Skeleton

A dime museum manager accounts for a living skeleton while a peculiar smell and a lit cigarette trigger a burn on rubber skin. A judge remarks on avoiding friendship with the bad and enmity of the good. Epictetus quote closes the piece.

Dime Museum Epictetus

Days of Chivalry and Quilt History Quirks

A playful tracing of embroidery terms from counterpane to counterpoint and courtly gesture anecdotes. The New York Weekly joke contrasts Sir Walter Raleigh and a mother sitting on a hat, lampooning chivalry and courtly manners in a humorous aside.

Sir Walter Raleigh Queen Elizabeth New York Weekly

Fire esce pen were first made in Paris in 1761

A historical note states that the first fire escape pen was produced in Paris in 1761, highlighting early pen design origins and the city’s role in writing instrument history.

Paris

The Woodcock Molting Season and Its Mysteries

The article discusses August and September as the woodcock’s molting period when plumage changes and birds depart swamps. It surveys many theories of where they go, leaning toward a mix of routes and hiding in dense thickets to escape enemies. It notes observed scattered birds and cites Dutchess County NY hunting experiences with “molting swamps” and fast replacement of birds after shooting.

Dutchess County N. Y

Military display by hotel staff amused Broadway crowd

A New York hotel lobby staged a comic drill by six colored hallmen led by a flamboyant Mulatto in a bright uniform. The men stood, saluted, and then sat in unison, drawing cautious laughter from clerks and loungers while the head waiter watched for approval. The scene, though humorous, carried tense undertones of race.

Broadway New York Pittsburg Gazette

The Walking Fern and Its Groundward Growth

The walking fern spreads by bending its frond to lay down a rooting tip that forms a new plant. It anchors fast on all sides with rooted tips, creating a verdant carpet. Growth continues day and night, driven by light and heat.

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