Supreme court settles Mesa Tempe water dispute in favor of Mesa canal
The Arizona Supreme Court reversed Judge Baker and affirmed Mesa Consolidated Canal’s priority to carry Tempe canal waters for power, delivering economic delivery and preserving several thousand inches of summer flow. The Tempe water delivery now rests under the company’s right with the condition to avoid damage to the lower ditch banks. The decision ends two years of litigation and marks a major west water power settlement.
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International monetary pact eyed amid cautious British stance
The Times notes the risk of an international bimetallic agreement with America likely to rush to gold. It warns that a French position remains secure while the US could exploit such an agreement. Also reported is the imminent closure of a Prescott area sixteen-claim sale with plans for extensive works and large-scale opening operations.
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Reformed convict faced with renewed attack from past
A reader known as No 1650, once a convict numbered 44590, defends a twenty year record of reform after a prior crime. The Examiner argues no law covers the proposed silencing of a reformed man and cites Victor Hugo on the penalties crime pursues despite penance.
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Sound Money Champion Question on Gold Pricing
The New York Mercury calls for clarity on the present market price of gold, how it is fixed, and what its value would be. It cites the U S mint ratio of 1 for 23 8 9 fine grains and notes England’s 1844 act requiring purchase of gold by the Bank of England at 77s 9d per ounce 916 7 fine.
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Calls for money system catering to domestic commerce
A speaker urges a large money system to support domestic business worth 22 billion dollars, contrasting with foreign trade totaling 1.75 billion. He argues for prioritizing internal financial needs over export import demands.
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Yuma Man's Afterlife Tale Reaches New Status
A Phoenix visitor relates an ancient yarn about a Yuma man who died and went to hell then returned. He claims a prominent Yuman died during a heat wave and was cremated in Los Angeles, only to allegedly sit up in the oven and beg to be shut in to avoid freezing to death.
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Parnall Named General Manager of Globe Copper Company
Mr. A. S. Parnall arrived from the Lake Superior region Michigan on Tuesday to take charge as general manager of the Qld Dominion Copper Mining and Smelting Company in Globe. A mining engineer and metallurgist by trade he has recently led large iron mines in the Lake region and took over the property from L. B. Walker, assistant superintendent, on Thursday.
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Five Cows Die Suspected Rabies Attack on Ranch
The report states Robert Anderson lost five cows last week from hydrophobia with four dying before disease was confirmed. The remaining cow showed rabies symptoms during the night and attacked other cattle in the corral. Louis Walliman confronted the animal the next morning and shot it with a six shooter.
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New Mining Law Sets Growth for Pinal County
The new mining law, effective July 1, promises major benefits for Pinal County as prospecting and development start along the gold belt from Gold Field to Mammoth once cooler weather returns. The act requires a claimant to perform ten feet of work before locating a claim.
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Political move aimed at Hughes removal in Georgia
The Courier notes Cleveland and Hoke Smith push a petition to the Lord to remove Hughes, asserting nothing but divinity or divine intervention can remove him before his term ends. The fragment reflects strong partisan effort and religious framing surrounding the political dispute.
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Mexico Seen As Half Civilized On Silver Basis
An editorial criticizes Mexico as only half civilized, arguing the country follows silver standards while progressive nations use gold. It claims Mexico enjoys prosperity while others suffer, suggesting less progressiveness might bring better times.
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Prosperity Postures After Gubernatorial Settlement
The Sulphur Valley News notes the governorship is settled and urges focus on building prosperity. It criticizes eternal scrapping with opponents as unproductive and calls for unity and productive work.
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