Arizona Recall Provision Adopted in 1912 Proclamation
Governor Sloan proclaims and ratifies the amendment to Article VIII Section 1 of the Arizona constitution, recalling public officers by petition from any electoral district. The proclamation notes 14,963 votes in favor and 1,980 against, with the Great Seal affixed in Phoenix on February 3, 1912.
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Congress
Arizona
Constitutional Convention of
Territory
Phoenix
Richard E. Sloan
Geo. U. Young
Price Rise Hits Butter and Eggs in West Texas
Minard reports butter at twenty five cents per pound with a dozen fresh eggs included. Duncan lists butter at forty cents.
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Minard
West Texas
Duncan
United for Clark eyes Baltimore convention delegates
The group supports Speaker Clark after Governor Folk exits the presidential race. They assert Clark will enter the Baltimore convention with more delegates than all other candidates combined and urge continued attention to his campaign.
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Folk
Clark
Baltimore
Ohio Convention Adopts Initiative and Referendum
Columbus report says after Governor Harmon's plea, the Ohio constitutional convention adopted a resolution incorporating the initiative and referendum into the state constitution. Suffrage is expected to be incorporated tomorrow.
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Columbus
Harmon
Ohio Constitutional Convention
Lincoln Reluctant Pardons From Lincoln Told by Billy Brown
An Ida Tarbell excerpt presents a Springield druggist recollecting Lincoln. The recollection captures Lincoln discussing pardons, Army rules, and fears of cowardice while defending mercy toward soldiers and confronting harsh wartime duties. The dialogue reveals Lincoln's candid, humane stance amid conflict.
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Ida M. Tarbell
Lincoln
Billy Brown
Brown
State Immigration Bureau Proposal Backed by Arizona Groups
The Arizona Development Board proposes a State Bureau of Immigration to be considered by the Legislature. Delegates from across the state endorse the plan, noting it would not alter existing County Immigration Commissioners. A draft bill and letters to state lawmakers urge support and endorsements from commercial and civic organizations.
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The
Arizona Development
Bureau of Immigration
Development Board
Arizona
Immigration Bureau
ARIZ
Arizona Development Board
State Bureau of Immigration
Immigration Boards
New Mexico
California
Oregon
Washington
Colorado
H. V. Failor
Chamber of Commerce
Tucson
E. P. Grindell
Chamber of Commerce and Mines
Douglas
Harry Welch
Board of Trade
Phoenix
Arizona establishes State Board of Immigration and Publicity
The state creates a seven member Bureau of Immigration and Publicity led by the Governor ex officio. Appointed members must be from different counties and no more than three from one party. The board oversees information on Arizona, promotes immigration and investment, and may hire a non member Secretary at 2500 dollars yearly. Meetings occur the second Monday in April and October, with potential auxiliary offices and outside exhibits.
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Senate
Arizona
Bureau of Immigration
Capitol
Boards of Trade
Bureau
First Arizonian to West Point Named
James Scott of Douglas, son of Harry Scott, has been named a cadet at West Point by Delegate Cameron. A Douglas high school graduate, he will begin preparation for the required examinations immediately as friends congratulate him on this historic appointment for Arizona.
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James Scott
Harry Scott
Cameron
West Point
Scott
Douglas High School
Douglas
Congress
Douglas International
Arizona Statehood Inauguration Set In Phoenix Today
Statehood efforts continue as Governor Hunt is to be sworn in this afternoon in Phoenix with all state officers taking oaths. The 1910 Enabling Act sparked pending status since June 20, two years prior. Fifty years ago Jefferson Davis proclaimed Arizona’s admission to the Confederacy, an act Arizona never accepted.
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Taft
Hunt
Phoenix
Jefferson Davis
Arizona
Presbyterian Meeting to Resume in Duncan
Rev. F. C. Reed of Phoenix will return to Duncan February 22 to assist Minister Watt with a series of meetings at the Presbyterian Church. The meetings were paused about two weeks ago due to a Scarlet Fever epidemic.
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Duncan
Watt
Presbyterian Church
Donation Drive Funds Road to Mining Camps Route
M A Clouse circulated a subscription paper for donations to build a road from Duncan to reach the Apache Box, Clear Lake and Mt. Vernon mining camps. The effort, supported by Grant County New Mexico commissioners, aims to use public funds for that county segment, to improve access to the camps.
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M. A.clouse
Duncan
Apache Box
Clear Lake
Mt. Vernon
Grant County
New Mexico
Taylor Returns From East With New Goods At Mercantile House
E W Taylor traveled to the eastern markets last Friday to source Spring and Summer goods. The up to date mercantile house expects a strong response as customers anticipate better selections from his wholesale dealings.
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E. W. Taylor
East
Mr. Taylor
Information Wanted on Mace Subscriptions Duo
Notice dated February 5 1912 asks for information about Mr E S Mace and Mrs E S Mace who travel with two small children to solicit El Paso Herald subscriptions. Last sighting Morenci Arizona sweater colors noted red for him white for her. next heard in Columbus New Mexico. Herald cancels their authority to collect and warns the public not to pay or transact business with them.
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E. S. Mace
el Paso Herald
Morenci
Herald
Ice Cream Parlor Opens Near New Zeller Theatre
G. C. Richards launches an ice cream parlor in the Jesmond block adjoining the New Zeller Theatre. The elegantly fitted venue aims to offer the best ice cream and cold drinks and will specialize in after theatre parties for guests and locals.
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G. C. Richards
Zeller Theatre
Jesmond
Yuma Sun
Burro Thief Caught After Chase to Franklin
Constable R S Stewart and W T Cauthen pursued a Mexican burro thief from here to Metcalf and captured both men. The thief had stolen a $250 jack from Mr. Cauthen. He appeared before Justice McGrath at Franklin, was bound over to await the grand jury, gave bond, and is at large. The burro was returned to its owner.
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R. S. Stewart
W. T. Cauthen
Here
Metcalf
Mr. Burro
Sands Leaves Douglas for Tombstone to Become Jailor
E V Sands and family departed Douglas for Tombstone where he has been chosen by Sheriff Wheeler as jailor. Sands, who worked at the Copper Queen smelter for a year and a half, lamented leaving many friends in Douglas yesterday.
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E. V. Sands
Douglas
Tombstone
Sheriff Wheeler
Sands
Copper Queen
International
Mining Men in Town Mine Sold
The town buzzes over a major mining deal last week with John A. Campbell Tucson W P Craig John W Kniffin W E Irwin and T O Phillips in town for final arrangements. Kniffin purchased the Apache Box mining property in a six figure sale, a move expected to boost local mining confidence.
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John A. Campbell
Tucson
W. P. Craig
John W. Kniffin
W. E. Irwin
T. O. Phillips
Mr. Kniffin
Apache Box
Resolutions of Respect for Henry R. Martin’s Loss
The Duncan Lodge No.27 Knights of Pythias records resolutions of sympathy for Brother Knight Henry R. Martin following the loss of his wife. The committee forwards copies to the minutes, the Duncan Arizonian for publication, and to the bereaved brother.
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Henry R. Martin
Knight
Duncan Arizonian
Jos. H. McCleskey
W. F. Willis
Henry R. Sullivan Duncan
Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Gamble seeks Sergeant at Arms post in first state legislature
Sergeant-at-Arms candidate Geo B. Gamble, veteran Democrat from Graham, Gila and Greenlee counties, has strong backing from Greenlee representatives and widespread support from Graham and Gila. A trusted party worker, he has served as county treasurer and once ran for sheriff. He is described as the most worthy choice for the position.
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Geo. B. Gamble
Graham
Gila
Greenlee
Gamble
George B. Gamble
Will Celebrate Statehood Today in Arizona Observance
Clifton citizens join in a valentine to statehood as New county officials take charge and former territorial officers are sworn in under state rule. The 1912 Valentine for Greenlee county and Arizona sparks joy and an annual celebration of statehood across the new state.
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Clifton
Greenlee County
Arizona
Valentine
Lincoln
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State Board of Commissioners
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Sergeant-at
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