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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1885
Page
1
The piece notes Weiss named commissioner replacing Price, a citizen demands dignity and a filmquation over Arthur, plus Lamar’s pull for stable office heads. It adds Tucson Star’s claim that Cleve kissed six verses of a family Bible at inauguration, while hinting the Star mocks the event.
A July first proposal suggests affixing a ten cent fry to a fetter to insure immediate delivery on arrival at the office, with service between 7 o'clock in the morning and midnight, a scheme inspired by telegraph service ideas.
General C. E. Dany, former Receiver at a land office, appears in the Washington Post in a detailed article on Indian affairs. The piece highlights systemic abuses and argues for reforms to empower Indians as responsible stewards of their lands.
A fragmented note indicates the administration plans to pursue business principles and practical measures. The text suggests confidence that this course could guide the country toward stability under the new regime.
A clipped fragment describes editors and contemporaries, noting a tussle over harsh words and a playful twist in tail reporting. It hints at vendetta rhetoric and public spats within a newspaper world, with emphasis on bold, even combative journalism.
The text notes Cleveland's sisters who run social and domestic affairs at the White House remain solid Republicans since his election and installation as first lady guardians of the era. It questions if such fidelity constitutes treason to be king.
Under pressure from popular sentiment the Star and Citizen, long aligned with Phoenix and Salt River Valley business interests, shift focus to their own ventures and begin discussing building a road to Calabasas as a change.
San Francisco witnessed a remarkable ovation for Pacific Coast prima donna Emma Nevada at the Grand Opera House last Monday as she performed La Somnambula. Tuesday papers overflow with pen pictures of the scene and its almost indescribable fervor.
A fragmented note argues a pretended title by Renvis Pad is worthless without a confirmed grant. It notes water rights reserved for a future purchase and a likely contest for possession that will accompany several other claims.
Vue Tailings defends its Maricopy railroad bill coverage as inaccurate noting a petition with many valley businessmen supports enacting the bill as law without a vote, and denying any law punishing supervisors for bond issuance. It argues the article omits a commission to issue bonds, exposing the conflicts in the piece.
St Louis attorney Brrrox A Hunt buys the Peralta grant and plans to press Sale River Valley settlers for a share of spoils. He proposes Ivy H Cox, noted dealer in Reavis frauds, as the chosen agent to canvass the region.
Private advices from Tucson say respected townspeople reject the venal and mendacious course of "p. h." and back the honest journal conducted by Harry Brook. Belatedly, Hughlies' creditors may force him to surrender soon.
The text discusses pressure on Kearon Manning due to his past ties with the Boss Tweet ring in New York and how it could force him from the cabinet. It criticizes his handling of Greves land’s appointments and his choice to appoint Manning and Higgins, implying missteps in presidential appointments.
Fuoresce praises local resolve to drive out the land swindler Reavis whom residents accuse of flooding the valley with worthless land titles. The community vows to take action again elsewhere, asserting his sales yield no real property.
A clipped passage voices harsh judgments about editors. It claims editors omit facts or smooth over issues for influence, with criticisms covering laziness cowardice and lack of discretion. It alludes to joking content and personal attacks while condemning inaction as dullness.
The piece argues the current government is not the old Democratic or Republican party. It asserts the ruling group, represented by Cleveland, Phelpe, and Manning, transcends past party lines, embracing civil service methods and abandoning free trade. It contends these leaders redefine party identity beyond traditional labels.
The Tucson letter from Hoya A. Johnson praises land thieves and condemns Secretary Lamar for possible quick action. It accuses Johnson of scheming to defraud the government and urges removing him from office to protect public interests.
The piece argues that a new political force is rising to replace Democratic and Republican leadership. It alleges the two old parties have served their time and insist the new party, led by a decisive chief executive, will place the nation above worn partisan loyalties. It warns supporters may cast off old affiliations for a fresh political dress.
The piece denounces Hughes as a liar and opportunist in Arizona politics. It claims his Democratic stance is a sham, citing past party splits and compromises to portray him as untrustworthy. It predicts his Star will fade, freeing honest enterprises and journalism.
A large Mormon exodus is reported passing Separ west of Deming as authorities consider F W Gregg for Pima County judge after John Haynes resignation. The convoy includes families with farming gear and stock moving into lands between Cruzallitos and Caza Grande, Cabualia. Most express contentment, some hint at possible return if unsatisfied, while church leaders continue settlement efforts.
A sweeping catalog lists cards blanks posters tickets receipts and various printed matter. It promises unequaled style and satisfaction with San Francisco prices.
From Washington march 26 1885 a special correspondent reports political hiring delays and disappointments as office seekers press the Postmaster General and President Cleveland. Notable nominations include Hay for First Assistant Postmaster General Montgomery for Commissioner of Patents and Durtham for First Comptroller of the Currency. The failure of Phil Thompson for Internal Revenue surprises allies while Dyrenforth pushes a reform to end delays in patent work. Cleveland marks his 48th birthday with a two hour ride and Arthur visits. Endicott seeks duty lists for Army and Navy investigations. Higgins’s controversial appointment sparks calls for resignation amid party tensions as civil service reformers plan action.
A Michigan paper correspondent from Minnesota describes Minneapolis weather with absurdly cold figures and fantastical scenes. He notes temperatures around thirty below, a wind shift, widespread sunstroke cases, and a burning Christmas disaster at the Academy of Music that froze, fractured, then thawed to ignite adjacent roofs.
Reductions take effect July 1. One ounce letters drop to two cents from the current half-ounce rate. Newspapers mailed from the publication office will be taxed at half the current rate. Prepayment of ten cents will ensure immediate delivery of mail to towns with 4 000 or more inhabitants.
The Insolvent Act grants discharge of debts above 500 dollars upon surrender of debtor’s assets for creditors, with sheriff control of non exempt property, creditor meeting, and appointment of assignees. Voluntary insolvency by three or more resident creditors, intent to defraud required, and strict rules against fraudulent preferences. Involuntary insolvency allows one assignee. copartners may enter insolvency with limits. strict against transfers and preferences.
Instructions for receiving and planting trees describe unpacking immediately and heel them in, pruning bruised roots, and shaping roots in the hole. Spring planting requires same depth as nursery, with rains aiding setting. Guidance covers shading the trunk, spacing for apples pears plums peaches apricots, and a method to compute trees per acre.
Saturday evening about five o'clock Mr Josslyn soda factory proprietor and Mr Cunningham drove down Washington street. A dog fight frightened the horses causing them to dash into a loaded wagon. A hind foot was caught in the wheel breaking the hoof and the team fell, the wagon overturned and the soda wagon suffered damage.
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