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Newspaper

Phoenix Weekly Herald

Location

Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1884

Page

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Northern sub-contentions urged for council nomination

The Mohave Miner argues for holding the northern district sub-convention for the nomination of Councilman at Large in the northern Territory due to travel burdens. Morgans R. Wise, a leading Democratic delegate candidate, arrived to rally support and bolster local nominees A. C. Baker and Col. Reed. Wise formerly served in the Pennsylvania legislature and one term in Congress from its Twenty first district.

Morgans R. Wise Piepix A. C. Baker Col Heed Geotemnno Pennsylvania Congress

Blaine’s libel fight sparks bold firm stand

An Indiana editor aims to discredit Blaine by libel but provokes a fierce backlash. Word reaches Blaine of an arrest and libel suit, promising decisive action. Prosecution will be strong and unresolved slander is met with serious consequence. The clash promises a loud, decisive battle.

Indiana Cleveland Blaine

Letter criticizes Gov Cleveland over streetcar labor hours

A New York car driver writes to a daily paper decrying Gov Cleveland's role in a bill to cut streetcar conductors and drivers hours. He describes working at all times, missing his infant daughter, and laments the veto condemning workers to a life without hope or improvement.

New York Gov. Cleveland Tabor

Cleveland immorality tale rebutted by Cincinnati tale

The Cincinnati Inquirer reports a claim that years ago Governor Cleveland pursued a widow with two married friends, fathered a child, and supported mother and child to shield his associates. The piece questions the reliability of the account and condemns it as weak political slander.

Cleveland The Cincinnati Inquirer

Desperate Arctic Expos: Greely Expedition's Lure of Life

The text depicts extreme Arctic starvation and survival instinct from Greely expedition survivors. It contrasts their suffering with comfortable readers, noting death and desperate measures as they sought any means to prolong life. It emphasizes the gravity of hunger and its impact on human endurance.

Greely New Yoas Kelly Bear Kishingbury Henry Washineton Sergeant Cross

Revolt Stems From Neglect of Officials in Crisis

The text describes a brutal act driven by hunger and terror, blaming failure of officials rather than the brave men involved. It argues for limited official inquiry to what is necessary, and asserts blame lies with the ignorant and incompetent authorities who failed to provide timely aid.

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Reavis Swindle Case Faces Public Scrutiny In Maricopa

The Maricopa County discourse centers on Judge Pinney’s motion to dismiss Churchill v Reavis for want of jurisdiction. The column argues the brief is a political document and lauds Hos. Clark Churchill for distributing it to inform voters. It also surveys railroad rivals and potential policy shifts in the region and speculation on company lines.

Reavis Pinney Churchill Vs. Reavis Ecec Hos Clark Churchill Maricopa

Land grabbers and organ attack Churchill brief

The argument in Attorney General Churchill's brief is criticized as unrealized by the court. The writer notes that portions of the grounds were used by the plaintiff earlier and mocks the organ for claiming it serves the people while exposing its bias. Threats of corruption and bribery are implied against land thieves and allies, described as cowardly and self-serving.

Churchill Phoenix Congress

Valley set for favorable freight rates with new inquiry

Mr. F M Fowner returned from Tucson reporting a letter from Chae Crocker about transporting produce. Crocker says the matter was referred to the proper department and a field man will visit to investigate, with expectations of favorable rates for the valley as the A I & S F company enters California potentially boosting Southern Pacific competition.

F. M. Fowner Tucson Use Chae, Crocker California

Vision of Wise for Arizona Nomination Sparks Satirical Warns

A letter argues against Mor gan Wise as Democratic Congress candidate, mocking his plans for Arizona including mint at Yuma post office at Phoenix cartel house at Tucson and statehood. The piece lampoons his rhetoric, praising California’s growth while depicting dreamlike Phoenician prosperity and fantastical notions.

Yuma Phoenix

The Maiden's Prayer for a Simple Millionaire Man

A humorous request from Nein Brown for a simple yet wealthy beau. The writer hopes for country air, fashionable summer dresses, a large tennis ground, flirtatious settings, and a man in flannels who obeys every whim, ending with a plea to make the man a millionaire.

Venus Newport Mount Desort

Watermelon Tragedy Recounts Fiendish Bite Incident

A cryptic verse recalls a grim scene where a man seized a watermelon and faced consequences. The poem hints at a missed lesson and lingering anguish as the epicure's dream turns somber, invoking themes of guilt and loss around a single fruit.

Patent Office Marks 300000 Patents Issued

The patent office notes that since its establishment it has issued close to 300000 patents. The milestone highlights the growth of innovation and the expanding catalog of protected inventions.

Blaine Sues Over Libel in Sentinel Case

A Blaine dispatch from Bar Harbor reports James G Blaine seeks legal remedy against Indianapolis Sentinel for libel. Attorneys Harrison, Miller and Elam filed suit in U S circuit court against the Sentinel and John Shoemaker. Blaine contends articles defame his family and plans further action under Grabba libel laws.

IndiAnapolis Ind Blaine Holloway Bar Harbor Maine A. R. Holloway Lodianaplis Sentinel The Sentinel Nicel United States District Court of Indiana James G. Blake Harrison, Miller and Elam Shoemaker

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