23 Apr 1897
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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1897
Page
1
Professor Lucien I Blake argues in Kansas City that electrochemistry could alter skin color by dissolving pigment layers. He explains atomic separation, predicts gold and silver recovery from seawater, and outlines practical uses from sewage treatment to pipe purification.
Foreign capital floods the Pacific slope with investments in Sonora Sinaloa and nearby districts. J E Sturzenegger of the South African Australian Mining Company visits Sonora and urges a 20.09 million dollar stake. Campania Consolidated Gold Mines buys in Altar for 1 million. British Gold Mining Company acquires a zone in Arispe for 1.5 million. A New York Boston syndicate pays 4 million for Capalquin mines.
The large elliptical furnace at the Buffalo smelter collapsed on Tuesday morning. It needs four men to feed it and its cycloidal blower delivers strong wind. early reports say the new furnace is working and should produce copper rapidly after a brief start‑up period.
A Kansas blacksmith announces in local papers a plan to induce payment by summoning debtors to his shop. He promises lunch and refreshments from 1pm to 6pm and asks debtors to present their account with amount due. The card targets those indebted to him to settle balances.
The article states bread is the staff of life and America feeds the world. It describes three grain streams from West wheat fields: to the Pacific for India and the Far East, down the Mississippi to New Orleans, and toward the Atlantic for Europe, driving better times for the United States.
Lieut. C. Smith arrived in Phoenix to serve as military instructor to the Arizona National Guard for about six weeks. He will establish a school of instruction for officers and will drill both officers and men, bringing energy and expertise to the militia. Citizens commend the assignment as a positive boost for Arizona security forces.
A patient tells a doctor of stomach trouble. The doctor replies that the stomach is fine but the patient may have poor food and poor eating habits. The patient then seeks a physician who truly understands his craft.
The April 1 treasury statement shows currency in circulation up by 140 million dollars from April 1, 1896, with over half the rise in gold coin. Subsidiary silver outside the treasury falls by 2.5 million, silver dollars down about 300,000, and outstanding currency certificates are 40 million higher than a year ago.
A writer notes twenty five individuals have adopted a boy and intend to raise him. He comments the group holds varied theories about raising children and the boy may be subjected to experiments by all involved.
The Tribune notes Frank Murphy's party visits Globe and talks with J. Gi way of Silver Kinz mansver. The discussion centers on starting work to extend the Santa Fe Prescott and Phoenix railway, aiming for a Globe connection and Florence on the main line, which would aid local farmers and miners.
A colonial account notes that Fijians forbid courting indoors and in gardens while lovers commonly meet high in breadfruit trees. Couples perch in branches up to forty feet above ground, one on each side of the trunk, reflecting traditional notions of modesty.
The piece recalls a time when public letter writers in Paris aided composition for common folks. It argues compulsory education has eroded the trade, leaving few who survive by correcting grammar and polishing prose for socialists whose writing talent is limited.
The report notes a sapper camp near Washington in Pima County with W A Clark securing bonds on several properties. Dagusne Company operates mines, and a Cooradis company plans a smelter for oil and ore. The outlook for the canyon is bright.
Mrs. Leland Stanford insured her life for 1,990,000 naming Stanford University, founded by her husband, as sole beneficiary on her death of their only child. She will pay 170,009 annually and if she survives ten years the University will receive 2,000,900 at her death.
Between Rosemont and La Nora in the Santa and Patagonia ranges many prospectors search for valuable metals, more than in years past. The districts in the territory attract the heaviest activity yet observed.
Fragmentary item notes Allan T. Bad of the Osnis pughe to be recognized by the current administration for party service and fitness for public office. The source text is incomplete and unclear about specifics or dates.
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