21 Feb 1884
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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1884
Page
1
Reports from Santa Rosa, California, note relief efforts for Ohio flood victims amid ongoing political fights. Prescott and Cochise County details emerge with a Bisbee murder verdict, Union Pacific charges, and scrutiny of Perecia grant claims.
The Gazette voices concern over Republican territorial affairs noting fear that McCormick and Levi Bashford may profit from the territorial convention. The Hon. Levi Bashford is described as a key figure in the unfolding dispute.
A historical letter argues over territorial delegates and party loyalties. It mentions Mon. Levi Dasiford and McCormick, warning Republicans about Democra t tactics to secure a National Convention delegacy, while predicting responses from the Democratic camp.
The Bisbee case ends with five men executed after a courtroom verdict of guilty. Judge Finney presided as the crowd remained silent, and prosecutors praised the procedure while critics claim Murders and robbery in Cochise county are finished.
Robert Todd Lincoln secretary of war and son of Abraham Lincoln, born August 13 1848 in Springfield. He studied at Exeter and Harvard, served as captain, then settled in Chicago as a lawyer managing estates and trusts. Garfield and Arthur administrations elevated him to cabinet, where his popularity and executive skill are noted. He disclaims higher ambitions but remains a prominent presidential contender in party circles.
Secret Societies Arizona Chapter No 1 holds stated meetings on the second Monday each month at 7 30 p m in Masonic Hall Visiting companions in good standing invited Examing Committee members listed Phoenix Lodge No 2 meets Saturdays at 7 30 p m in Odd Fellows Hall Visiting brethren in good standing invited to attend Local officials named as officers and secretaries included.
Phoenix Lodge No 5 holds regular meetings each Wednesday at 7 PM in Masonic Hall. Members in good standing are invited. Phoenix Lodge No 3 conducts regular conversations on the first and third Fridays monthly at 7 30 PM in Masonic Hall, led by officers Patrox and Hyper with ranks C C and EK of KR and 3.
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