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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1885
Page
3
Holy Week is observed with services in the Catholic Church. Good Friday Mass at 9 o clock, Holy Saturday office at 5, mass about 9, and Easter Sunday High Mass at 9 30. The observance highlights the Passion and resurrection with orderly rites across the days.
Articles of Incorporation for the National Gold Mining Company were filed yesterday. Capital stock set at £10,000,000 in 100,000 shares. Directors listed as N G Passe, H D Williemore, A Fre, W O Foster, and T W Waod. Purpose to work mines in Cave Creek District.
Col. Robert G. King, a ten year Deputy Collector Internal Revenue in Baltimore, endorses the Red Star Cough Cure. He reports use in his family as inexpensive and effective with no depressing effects, noting it is easy to take and benefits throat and lung troubles with lasting relief and no reaction.
The Tombstone endorses Patrick Hamilton for Secretary of the Territory praising his four years in the Territory, understanding of its wants, and connections in Washington to influence the new administration. The endorsement expresses strong support for Hamilton and hopes he is appointed.
The piece alleges that Hopkins, once sent to verify land grants in the Southwest under a 1873 Senate resolution, found no grants in Arizona after a year, yet later returned to Mexico with Reavis claiming a fraudulent Peralta grant was recorded. The author accuses Hopkins of lying either in the first or second investigation and calls for him to address the matter.
A sale of household goods general merchandise and a parcel of horses and mules is scheduled for Saturday at 1 o clock in the afternoon at the Red Front Auction House. The event promotes a broad auction of items and livestock for interested buyers.
Ex-Sheriff Desmond, long absent on his Tempe ranch, traveled to Tucson and San Francisco then brought a carload of Zinfandel cuttings. He has planted over 150 acres in Mees area, with vines coming on well and expected losses under one percent.
A traveling correspondent reports Arizona’s strong showing at the New Orleans Expo. Arizona leads in government exhibits with Indian pueblos and canyon photos drawing crowds. California and Arkansas displays shine with minerals, fruit, and industry, while Texas reveals vast resources and fossils. The letter notes prominent visitors and praises exhibitors, ending with a summary of local association elections and forthcoming leadership choices.
Cleveland was reappointed as postmaster Pierson, a Republican, to the New York post office.
Eastern and western exchanges react to a reported hole uncovered by the Citizen in Avi- FOR. Officials and traders weigh implications as markets pause and discussions begin about possible causes and remedies. Local observers urge transparency and firm action to restore confidence.
County stockmen met at Hon A C Baker's office on a Saturday evening and formed a temporary group with John Larourette as chairman and W W Houston as secretary. A committee including H A Linville L T Reid and Jerish Wood was appointed to draft a constitution and by laws, with a next meeting set for June 1 1885 in Phoenix at 8 o clock p m for permanent organization.
The notice discusses the Louisiana State Lottery drawing on the second Tuesday of each month with the next on April 14 in New Orleans and mentions $50,000 tickets or $1.00 portions via M. A Dauphin. It also reports multiple attempts to enter land in Tucson and a tight land market with speculation ahead of tax season expectations.
Nature's own true laxative relieves constipation biliousness indigestion and kindred ill. Cleanses the system purifies the blood regulates the liver and acts on the bowels. Breaks up colds chills fevers and strengthens the organs used. Sample bottles free and large bottles for sale by O Z Thibodo Phoenix A T.
Exar Neva pa gave a reception to acquaintances a few days since in San Francisco. She shook hands with about four hundred school mates and other acquaintances from her early youth.
An 19th century style advert touts the remarkable efficacy of a fig-based remedy. It claims to expel all impurities while aiding the liver stomach and bowels and notes rapid sales with J Tuinopo as local agent.
A skeptical tone questions who harmed the case and who can testify. The potential affidavit from Marion could be found and published to illuminate the truth in the matter.
At her home five miles east of Phoenix on April 2 1885 Mrs F M Sharp funeral from her residence on Friday at 10 o clock am.
A Democratic editor in the southern Territory seeks the Surveyor General post while a northern editor aims for Secretary. Their bids reflect frustration at government delays in removing current incumbents from these offices.
The Franco-Chinese conflict tightens as French troops suffer defeats and retreat. Public outrage in France swells and the Ferry Cabinet resigns under pressure. France orders four divisions to Tonsquin and calls 50 000 conscripts to mobilize.
The Common Council of Phoenix enacts a measure declaring bawdy houses or places of prostitution unlawful within specified city areas and near blocks, detailing penalties of up to three hundred dollars or three months in jail for violations. The ordinance requires enforcement by the city marshal and publication in the Phoenix Herald.
The Department of Arizona invites sealed proposals for military supplies for multiple posts including Fort Apache Fort Bowie Fort Grant Fort Washtimes Fort Lowell Fort Mojave and others. Proposals due 12 noon on Thursday June 30 1885 with deliveries starting July 1 1886 and ending June 30 1887. Bidders may propose quantities across posts with separate prices for portions and must follow stated terms and guarantees. The Chief Quartermaster and post quartermasters will oversee bidding and contract terms.
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