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Newspaper
Florence Tribune
Location
Florence, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1899
Page
2
The Florence Tribune notes the launch of Copper Era, a new paper started in Clifton by C. E. B. Bull, formerly of the Lex Cences Independent Democrat. The notice mentions Governor and local appointments as context for the regional press revival.
A local office reports a threatening remark from a known individual who vows to “get even.” The person has been in arrears for many months and may approach authorities to settle the matter, presenting the simplest path to fulfill his aim.
The Cleveland Leader compares Chicago city election results with Rhode Island state contest figures, saying Chicago cast ten times as many votes as the Rhode Island election. The observation highlights the growth of large cities and the relatively small reach of state contests, with a wary note on Arizona’s prospects.
The Tax Herald revives an ancient tale accusing Peter of betraying his Master as it relates to conduct in the Phoenix city election. The paper notes a long effort to hush the matter and criticizes the Herald for revisiting it now.
Twenty thousand people gathered at San Pedro to witness the opening ceremonies for the harbor work. President McKinley pushed the button in the White House signaling the first dump of stone for the government breakwater and harbor project.
An Indy Jerome teacher sues the school board for 5000 damages alleging summary dismissal without a fair hearing. She claims libellous charges were not proven and seeks compensation. The case hinges on whether due process was provided.
In a letter read at the Democratic convention, Dr. J M Ford declares his principled departure from the Republican party and alignment with the Democrats. He supported the Democratic ticket last fall and contributed to the campaign fund.
Cost figures for copper vary by source. At Butte Montana the average is about 7 cents per pound and at Houghton Michigan about 6 cents. Franklin Farrell takes charge May 1 at United Verde Extension G S C Co Jerome Arizona and is said to have stated the company will produce copper at about 3 cents per pound.
Prof G A Treadwell of Arizona, a United Verde stockholder, said profits from copper at United Verde reached 8.6 million dollars in 1808, surpassing Calumet and Hecla’s five million. He noted the gold and silver output of United Verde remains less public knowledge.
Liquin air tested near Cologne by Linde of Munich with a reported successful trial. Linde travels to Switzerland to apply liquid air blasting in the Simpson tunnel project. The discovery could create demand for copper as a receptacle material for liquid air containment.
Reports from Mineral Creek describe increased mining activity with Kavanaugh and Gill sinking a shaft to 125 feet, plans to widen the ledge, and development near Innes property. The Globe Minerals Exploration Co. plans to buy the Ray claim, Zeckendorf & Co. are building a store, and about 100 workers are present as rail routes to Phoenix are discussed. Dr. Zwingle advances date palm experiments in Arizona. Tale-bearers advised to avoid gossip, line-riders Hitchcock and Miller capture smuggling gear near the San Bernardino line, and Mrs. J. M. Lile will run a hotel at Jerome Junction.
A West Virginia man reports his wife cured from rheumatism after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. She was bedridden for over a month with swollen limbs, then walked to breakfast the next morning after applying the balm per directions. The note notes a subsequent similar attack and mentions Brockway's Pharmacy as seller.
A speaker argues the government must impound waters and reclaim arid land rather than rely on private capital. He cites vast arid acreages and past federal canal work, urging detailed fact based studies on dam sites, costs, and land reclamation benefits for agriculture and national unity.
A lecture at the Methodist church by A. P. Davis of the hydrographic survey outlines a ship canal route from Breto Pacific to Greytown Caribbean, with an appropriation of 1,000,000 to advance Atlantic connection. Davis notes Nicaragua route feasibility and promises further surveys and a Los Angeles talk next week.
Florence Arizona notes regular meetings at Poonaunce Tans office on the first Monday each month at six o clock p m. Officers listed include LT Wurrrexoxg president A T Conroy secretary DC Stavaxs treasurer and directors Rev I T Whittemore A T golton DC Stevens FM Down and i 1.
Three trips weekly daylight service leaves Mexa at 9am on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays, reaches Florence at 11am, departs Florence at 1pm, arrives Globe at 6pm next day. From Globe, trips leave at 9am Tue Thu Sat, reach Florence 1am next day, then Florence to Mesa at 1pm and arrive later that day. Stops include Riverside with agent listings at Mesa and Plot agencies.
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