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Newspaper

Phoenix Weekly Herald

Location

Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1882

Page

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Daily Herald subscription rates and agents

A 1852 notice outlines subscription rates for the Daily and Weekly Herald with prices for 2c per issue, six months and one year options. It lists agents in San Francisco and New York, and notes the paper’s presence in principal newspapers. It mentions E. Dake and W. Bates as agents and references a Friday issue and regional items about bills and beer glasses.

Nerald Erek Daily Herald Werkly Merald Weekly Herald Vwear San Francisco Bas Dake Merchants’ Exchange Bates New York

Apsoguesque facility tests confidence men in city

Tucson law circles push judiciary reform for the Territory with bar committees outlining plans for overhaul and changes. Several confidence men have been arrested recently, signaling a period of legal reform activity in the city.

Apsoguesque Tx Legal Fraternity of Tucson Bar

Tus Tombstone journals protest against stories of lawlessness

A local paper defends Tus Tombstone’s reputation arguing reports of crime are unfounded and urges patent claims to secure titles. It discusses railroad rate regulation, urging fair, moderate fares to encourage new lines and growth while balancing territory profits and public burden.

Railroads We Must Have to Develop Territory

The article argues that territorial progress hinges on attracting enterprises and railroads. It cites past mining ventures failing before rail access and warns against dwelling on financial boasts. It urges rapid communication, business facilities, and proactive railroad legislation to unlock resources and spur growth.

Micon Java

Public land surveys in Arizona need more funding

The Arizona public lands survey program requires greater support as current appropriations cover only a fraction of costs. Settlers bear much of the expenses to complete necessary surveying, with estimates of three dollars per mile deemed insufficient. The writer urges Congress delegate G. H. Oury to secure relief and more liberal future appropriations to aid rapid settlement.

Arizona Congress G. H. Oury

Ben Butler as New England political chameleon

A razor sharp critique targets Ben Butler, portraying him as a versatile and opportunistic figure who shifts parties and loyalties across decades. The passage mocks Butler’s alleged political adaptability, suggesting he embodies every faction from Republican to Democrat while remaining politically influential in Massachusetts.

Ben Butler

Turin Tariff Report and Next Republican Convention

Five hundred copies of the tariff commission report arrived at the capitol with the bill of duties. Ways and Means will review the report and expect duty-reduction measures this month. The Republican National Committee plans a December 17 meeting in Washington to set a call for the next convention.

Wasatsaton D. C Tarifff Commission Capitol Commission Ways and Means Tariff Commission Congress Hantronp Republican National Committee Washingtn

Smithville grows as Phoenix rues cottonwood trees

The piece notes Yuvyapai warrants redemption and a Globe paper’s makeover. It reports Utah immigrants arriving to settle Smithville, a judge marrying Eliza Woods in Phoenix, and Smithville’s expanding civic works with a ditch and cottonwood plantings. It contrasts Smithville’s budding growth with Phoenix’s regret over street trees.

Yuvyapai Siler Belt Globe Graham Utah Smithville Phenix Gazette G. H. Rothrock Eliza Woods Roxy San Bernardino

Friday Locals Report Mixed Town Ctizens and Plans

Delinquent taxes urged payment tomorrow. Notable arrivals include E G Wier and Geo O Wager from Arkansas, and T Davis of San Francisco. Phoenix notes transit of Venus, church events, and calls for a surveyed town site. Local business activity, housing, and proposed road improvements loom, with emphasis on Phoenix as commercial center and transport routes to Maricopa and Frog Tank.

Public notice from Rosr. Steinegger against Alexander Peteric

A dated 4 December 1892 notice from Rosr. Steinegger, assayer for Central Arizona Mining Co., denies collaboration with Alexander Peteric who claims to be an assayer and mining expert. He warns the public that Peteric has never worked with him nor for the Central Arizona Mining Co. in any official capacity.

Vouuitoune Ciry Alexander Peteric Nintag Central Arizona Mining Co Rosr. Steinegger

Rheumatism Healed by St. Jacobs Oil, Cincinnati Times Star

Suddenly Weakened. Thomas Morgan, superintendent of Streets, says he suffered rheumatism for years. Physicians offered no permanent relief before he tried St. Jacob's Oil and soon felt the great enemy weaken and he recovered. Cincinnati Times Star reports.

Thomas Morgan St. Jacob's

Pest control ad promises removal of many pests

An abbreviated notice offers services to clear rats mice roaches flies ants bed bugs skunks chipmunks gophers. The terse text includes initials and a business tag likely indicating a local pest control provider.

Drugeista

Road plan to castle creek copper trade sparks Prescott battle

Article argues Castle Creek copper mines will soon rise to world prominence and urges Phenix residents to fund a new Coulombo trail route to Falls of Castle Creek. It contends Prescott can contest Phenix’s trade, needing about 49000 dollars to secure an outlet to Maricopa, with rail prospects starting from the south.

Phenix Castle Creek Humbug Silver Mountain Tiger District Phomix Pharnix Prescott Coulumbo Falls of Castle Creek Walnut Grove Phouix Bradshaw Basin Coulombo Castile Creek

Editorial Notes On Public Figures And Immigration Policy

The piece discusses President Anruce seeking new advisers for future policy, criticism of Fitz John Porter’s restoration, a strong response to Gen Grant in Atlantic Monthly, and praise for a German policy halting paupers and criminals migration. It argues the United States should push similar measures to curb immigration of poverty-stricken individuals.

Fitz John Porter Gen. Grant Atlantic Monthly Porter German Empire Germany United States

President Addresses Political Assessment Issue

The president warns against political assessments as a disgraceful habit of politics and notes that many leaders blame local factors and widespread public disgust for the Republican defeat. He references his Message and calls for legislation to regulate the practice.

Canal plan could open thousand acres near town

A wine strip of arable land lies four miles north of town awaiting water. The lands in that locality should be under cultivation and await the action of gentlemen who have a location of a new canal tailing point. The canal, if opened early, would unlock these valuable lands for public use.

Miner Advocate Proposes Territorial Split With Gila Line

The Miner urges a Territorial division by a Gila River boundary to curb sectionalism. It argues residents favor division but insist Prescott not be left out, proposing the dividing line start at Liverpool Landing on the Colorado and run east to the New Mexican line to create two equal geographic sections and empower the north to act.

Gilaus Bounndary Prescott Liverpool Landing Colorado Arizona

Sloughing off Washington Leech Elements to Restore GOP

The piece argues national political parasites hinder the Republican party's return to integrity. Hubbel and Riddleberger are cited as examples of this element, not Republicans or Democrats, and the Democracy is urged to off them. It credits Arthur with rebuking Conkling amid a Republican setback and a large statewide majority against the party archist.

Washington Hubbel Riddleberger Republican Party Conkling King Arthur

President’s message praised for thoroughness and fiscal warnings

Telegraphic dispatches summarize the President’s message as a comprehensive, capable account of national standing and needs. It warns excess treasury funds hinder debt repayment and warns of high premiums if bonds are bought, signaling expected tax and tariff policy battles in Congress.

Congress

President urges navy expansion and strong merchant marine

The President presses for overhauling naval strength with first-rate armored vessels and cruisers. He also highlights the need to revitalize a robust merchant marine, noting Congress has debated the issue for years but failed to act while the United States imports and exports funds the costs of carrying goods abroad.

Congress Unite States High Seas

Arizona Territory Vote Canvass from 1882 General Election

The Mormon settlement on the San Pedro grows prosperous and enterprising. Mormons are industrious and frugal, embracing means to cultivate wilderness and drive Territory development, prompting broad appreciation and welcome.

San Pedro Sian

Tombstone’s Odd News Sparks Quiet Skating Cheer

Local Tombstone notes report free skating for ladies while men face pricey wagers to ride the treacherous wheel. A town burn scare repeats in papers, with a wary sense of constant risk. Copper property sales loom in Silver Belt with strong merit, and demand for telegraph wire coating could consume new mine outputs. Indian headcount debates in San Carlos, charity aid for St Mary’s hospital, and New Mexico election results cap the roundup. Coal prices quoted in White Oaks and El Paso reflect cross‑territory trade. Pinal Consolidated mine wood delivery noted as minor but relevant.

Arizona Michigan Chili United States Europe San Carlos Reservation Monica Clara Tucson Globe St. Mary’s Hospital New Mexico White Oaks el Paso Pinal Consolidated Pinal County

Free remedy offer from missionary in South America

To all who are suffering from errors and indiscretions of youth and weakness of manhood I offer a cure free of charge. A recipe discovered by a missionary in South America will cure you. Send 1 self addressed envelope to the Rev Joseph T. Inman Station D New York City.

South America Foseph T. Inman New York City

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