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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1885
Page
1
British spy claim shocks amsters amid legislature praise
A fragment notes Mes. Dvsuzy named as shooter of Koess and timed spy claim in amsters. Pam present legislature receives broad compliments for intellectual ability amid uncertain details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mes
Wallace Nominated Receiver of Public Money at Tucson
The telegraph reports D. H. Wallace of Tucson has been nominated to serve as receiver of public money at Tucson. This appoints him to a key financial post in the city, reflecting trust in his administration and local standing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Telegraph
D. H. Wallace
Tucson
Renewed Miner Interest Reported Across Territory
Goop notes revived energy in mining affairs spanning the entire Territory with heightened activity especially in the southern region. Enthusiasts report new exploration, investment, and potential ore prospects drawing attention from local firms and workers.
Sympathy for O Donovan Rossa
Public prints across the country show limited sympathy for the O Donovan Rossa cause, with commentary not flattering to its aims.
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O'Donovan Rossa
Speech Praised as Best Ever by Arizona Legislator
Jeper PortTEn's address on the Insane Asylum bill is touted as his finest, most able effort in the Arizona legislature. The note also mentions a coachman from tender 2 of nineteen succumbing to a charming widow, age seventy four, in a festive description.
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Anothen
Jeper Portten
Arizona
House
Rellins
Porter
Brown
Pima
Judiciary Committee
Nichols
Fairbanks
Tombstone
Armstrong
Maricopa
Watkins
Objection to Freights and Fares Bill Delays Passage
The objection raised by the Hon. J. Armstrong to the Freights and Fares bill has stalled the measure. Commissioners are deemed too easily managed, delaying the bill’s progress.
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J. 8
Armstrong
Heranp
Territorial legislators pursue systematic efforts for their interests
The catile men of the Territory have gone about the business of leg islation which they require in a most systematic manner, and are looking out for their interests in a most commendable way.
Local officials thanked for legislative efforts and measures
DeForest Porter and J B Armstrong of the House and the Hon R R Todd in the Council receive thanks from this office for numerous purlesses and measures presented before the legislature, highlighting their contributions to the session.
Gazette Attack On DeForest Porter Sparks Debate
The Gazette’s insinuation that Hon DeForest Porter seeks special benefits for pushing through the railroad bill is deemed indecent and weak. Critics say the piece reflects a corrupt spirit unable to view others honestly.
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DeForest Porter
Verern challenges Miner report on Ainsworth role
Tom Verern in the Courier disputes a Miner statement reproduced elsewhere, claiming it is incorrect. He asserts Ainsworth made an oral agreement with the Democrats on committee control and chairmanships.
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Tom Verern
Courier
Miner
Ainsworth
San Francisco’s Traffic in White Baby Trade Probed
San Francisco authorities pursue prosecutions over alleged baby trading between foundling hospitals and Chinese buyers paying up to 60 dollars for a female infant. The aim appears to be supplying white wives, reflecting far reaching social tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Foundling
Porters Insane Asylum Bill Praised as Practical
The Hon DeForest Porter bill receives near universal support for its clear comprehensive and thorough provisions. Objection centers on its Valley location, claimed as the only viable site for a paying institution within the Territory.
General McGowan Predicts Danger to Cleveland Inauguration
Ep McGowan formerly of Arizona now in Washington City D C and known as General McGowan is cited by telegraph as predicting danger to Mr Cleveland during the inauguration season. The reason is not stated and the general may be unsure himself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ep. McGowan
Arizona
Washington City
D. C
Gen. McGowan
Telegraph
Cleveland
Valley lands eyed for state insane asylum site
The valley offers ample cheap land within five miles of town suitable for a state asylum. A claimant prepared to sell at a reasonable price near water and cultivable land should come forward, with value increasing if well located in the valley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tus
Witige
The Terrible Bulldozing Plan in a One-Horse Arizona Journal
A small Arizona newspaper laments a manager who planned to bully Territory legislators for personal gain. The piece mocks his inflated self-importance, notes his failed bid to command notice, and cautions that public scorn will follow his spurious push and empty threats.
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Arizona
Valley road dream dismissed as futile says rail line rethink
The speaker argues against building a local railroad northward to the A and P route through Prescott, estimating two million dollars and $10,000 per mile would not suffice. He contends barren mountains would yield little freight and no sane company would operate. Instead he urges seeking a line to Benson or Tucson via Florence or toward the Southern Pacific for real benefit.
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Prescott
Benson
Tucson
Florence
S. P
Logan City booms as Quijoton mines resume activity
Reports show rapid Logan City growth near the Quijoton mines with new buildings, inhabited structures, and repairs. Water at 475 feet supports a forthcoming well and steam pump, enabling a Logan City population goal of ten thousand and a cheaper transport link to Phoenix and Salt River valley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quijoton
Logan City
Jojs
Salt River Valley
Phoenix
Prescott Sparks Hopeful Fight Over Insane Asylum Bill
Reports from Prescott say legislative action grows heated as Phoenix hosts a man opposing the Insane Asylum bill. The man claims to act alone and urges Yavapai men to question his credentials before proceeding.
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Prescott
Phoenix
Phenix
Rail bond plan for Phoenix and Maricopa railroad urged
The DeForest Porter railroad bill proposes $250,000 in 7 percent bonds issued by the Board of Supervisors to the Phoenix and Maricopa railroad company without a popular vote. The writer notes low interest impact with rising valley property and urges bond issuance by popular vote to the best terms and protection for freighting interests.
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Tre Hon
Board of Supervisors
Phoenix and
Maricoya
Valley railroad plan risks and SP incentives
The speaker argues that pushing a railroad to Maricops would not worsen freight conditions and could motivate Southern Pacific to invest. If SP builds and owns the line, its interest would drive freights and incentives to populate the valley and maximize outbound shipments and inbound materials.
No Need for New County Assessor Auditor Offices
The text argues against creating new offices for Assessor, Collector, or Auditor in the Territory. It suggests County Treasurers remain tax collectors, Sheriffs continue Assessors duties, and Auditing could stay with County Clerks if boards prefer, avoiding extra cost.
Maricopa, Yavapai Tension Spurs Call for Compromise
The text laments Yavapai’s stance against Maricopa by the present legislature, arguing the two counties risk mutual loss. It notes Maricopa residents prefer conciliatory actions but warns antagonism could prevent any beneficial outcomes. A liberal compromise is urged to resolve conflicts between counties.
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Maricopa
Record of those who may sit to burden the people
A resident mocks a proposed Immigation Bureau threatening a “record” of those to burden the people. He calls opponents enemies of territorial development and implies he is from Skunk Hollow seeking isolation, claiming the whole country must contain him and no one else need apply.
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Prescott
Skunk Hollow
Dr Price flavoring extracts claim pure superiority
No housewife who has used Dr Price's Special flavoring Extracts will return to cheap flavoring extracts. A single trial proves its purity and delicious natural flavor, asserting Dr Price's sole market leadership.
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Dr. Price
Quick, Complete Cure for Urinary Diseases Adverts
Advertisement copy lists Buch Paibau offering a quick cure for kidney bladder and urinary diseases including irritation scalding stone gravel and catarrh of the bladder priced at $1 with druggists. The wording reflects a 19th or early 20th century patent medicine tone.
Fire at Yellowstone Park Den Near Ft Huschuca
A den of iniquity near Ft Huschuca named Yellowstone Park was burned by incendiaries. The blaze caused about $7,000 in losses, including jewelry.
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Yellowstone Park
Ft. Huschuca
Well's Rough on Corns advertisement
Quick complete cure for corns and calluses offered at 15 cents. Claims effectiveness on hard and soft corns as well as warts and bunions. Includes promotional wording suitable for a late 19th or early 20th century newspaper ad.
Arizona Territorial Council and House Proceedings Show Bills and Debates
The telegraph report details a busy Feb 6 session with President Ainsworth appointing committees, printing Governor's message and support for a Florence school, various bills on mines, irrigation, and voters, plus a lively House debate on immigration and an asylum measure. Separate dispatches describe violence in New Orleans and Lynching in Avoubon, plus national political chatter and local law changes in Prescott and Cheyenne.
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Stewart
Board of Supervisors
Florence
Bailey
Arizona
Stevens
Committee On Mines and Mining
Harrood
Todd
Leatherwood
Judiciary Committee
Weedin
Robbins
Yavapai
New Orleans
Roggies
Porter
C. A. Luke
Stas
Office of Commissioner of Immigration
House
Purdy
Rollins
Watkins
Wardwell
Franklin
Aram
California
Ant
Patrick Hamilton
Capt. Watkins
Gila
Ainsworth
Corneil
Council
Spring Fabrics and Palettes For the Coming Season
The New York market prompts spring apparel choices for lower latitudes as Lent nears. Harper's Bazaar highlights China crape, Scotch ginghams, blue and pink head checks, satteels, calicoes, China silks, foulards, checked silks, and Ermé fabrics in delicate light grounds. Prevailing shades include reseda gray green, fawn, golden brown, darker greens, and pearl colors, with warm tones replacing last year’s cool grays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Harper's Bazaar
Ecru
Reseda
Act to Prevent Discrimination in Freights and Fares Arizona Territory
The act declares railroads common carriers under territorial control and requires equal rates. It bans higher per mile charges for shorter distances with exceptions for under thirty miles. It bans unequal tolls across road portions and enforces penalties for extortion or unjust discrimination. Officers and existing laws conflicting are repealed. act takes effect upon passage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legislative Assembly
Territory of
Arizona
Sim
Clarke
Sm Oller
Night Sweets and Health Remedies in an 19th Century Ad
An old advertisement touts Weil's Health Renewer as a cure for headaches fever malaria dyspepsia and sexual debility. It promotes ground oyster shells fed to poultry in the east and claims the product restores health and vigor for $1.
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Weil
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