24 Apr 1884
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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1884
Page
1
A confusion arose over a candidate for the public instruction office in the territory. The elective office in question does not exist in the territory, a matter overlooked two years ago, though an election was held and a man elected, prompting questions for the Governor about the erroneous designation.
The Pax section east of the Mississippi plans a memorial to Congress urging suspension of silver coinage for two years. Prospects of limiting silver may occur if money markets tighten, risking a flow of gold and foreign silver as soon as silver gains value, with little outward movement otherwise.
Tri.fae H. Van Aum said he would not seek the Republican Territorial convention nomination or delegate to Congress. He prefers his current office and business in the Territory over campaigning. The secretary and others expect a strong delegate, though his choice is regretted.
Fragmented remarks describe Rowe maneuvering to control Democratic delegates to the Chicago Convention. The piece mocks alleged manipulation, claiming he aims to direct the party’s spoils and force a unified showing without internal division.
Containing remarks from Con C E Dairy in the Citizen praising careful selection of delegates to Congress. He argues for nominees chosen on business principle to advance territorial interests, warning that public acclaim should not govern choice. He stresses competence, sober action, and effective service for the public good.
Wilcox reports charges filed against Captain Crawford who heads the renegade Indians on the San Carlos reservation by General Crook. The charges allege protection of tribal murderers and thieves, with prisoners sent to be murdered by their own people. The dispute pits military and civil authority against civil order, sparking broad Western debate on who should govern Indian affairs.
In Puescort on April 21, property holders approved a city water works plan costing seventy thousand dollars. The proposition passed by 191 votes in favor to unknown against.
The New Orleans Cotton Centennial Exposition seeks to educate on cotton and other crops, showcase improved machinery and cultivation methods, and advance agricultural progress across the South. It highlights South Carolina’s progress, urges Southern farmers to attend, and promises access via transport links and exhibits of products, processes, and appliances.
A partial excerpt discusses Southern needs for capital to develop resources and infrastructure. It hints at improving production and commerce in the region, aiming to attract investment and boost economic activity. The text remains incomplete but centers on regional development and growth strategies.
April term court activities include verdicts in Fowler vs Bryan for defendant, continued cases by agreement, convictions and stays, divorce decrees granted, and motions for new trials with stays of proceedings. Several cases adjourned to next sessions, including Gardiner vs Gardiner and Bull estate.
An elderly woman long living quietly in the Village Excex Centre was found to have hidden cash and valuables. A search uncovered purses with bills and more than 2,000 in currency inside clothing linings. The discovery followed rumors of extensive hoarding and notable wealth.
The text outlines a private soldier’s five year enlistment in the U S Army with full pay and sick pay, detailing annual clothing allowances, equipment issued including uniforms boots blankets and helmets, and conditions for special gear based on duty. It notes gear issuance like hats, coats, gloves, blankets, and ponchos, plus adjustments for engineers and mounted men, and ends with a separate note about Pullman car conductors and corruption prosecutions.
The Hines and the ex Union Holliers organize a Home at Richmond Virginia to care for maimed and distressed Confederate veterans lacking pensions or government aid. Private and veterans groups unite with Grand Army of the Republic and Confederate Volunteers to raise funds and arrange care with addresses for donations through Planters National Bank Richmond or at the Herald office.
A survey of early clock technology describes thirty hour brass clocks driven by a connecting chain and weights, with bells and alarms. It notes the transition to the pendulum era around 1608, the shift in mechanism, and the spread of these innovations into urban life and clockmaking culture.
The report notes Jose Garcia and Lou Collins among attendees and mentions a chaotic mile time of 5 51 and 6 15. Garcia allegedly dropped from a course in Gobville after losing a quarter mile, while Collins attempted to overtake Bastamante on seven miles but withdrew as endurance waned. Busta mente was on the ninth mile when time ended.
Fragmented OCR describes bus and train departures from Prescott via Black Canyon and Gillit Ravwitnng routes to Phoenix daily at 10:30 am and 6 pm, with connections to Maricopa. Daily services from Press anit, Wiesikivide Pryce Minge, and retirement arrivals around 6k miles, noting Saturday and Tuesday patterns in a garbled timetable.
Fragmented note lists several Masonic and lodge meetings with times and halls in Phoenix area. Mentions M. W. Mapes, A. Shaw, meeting nights on second Monday and full moon cycle, in Masonic Hall, and other lodges including Phoenix Lodge No 2 and No 5 with weekly or monthly sessions. Visiting brethren invited. officers named.
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