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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1898
Page
4
The Bisbee area is rising as a key shipment hub for mining supplies. Reports note court actions, local developments, and economic prospects across southern Arizona communities, including hearings on the Parker case, new water plans for Tucson, and rising mining activity in several districts.
The Ora Company installs new equipment to stop ore reduction. The Tres Amegos mines bonded for sale. Hance American shows continued development and promising ore. Saginaw reduction plant near Tucson with Huntington mills and mills and a smelter. Guijas Gold Mining Co ships ore to Pueblo for testing with potential $100 per ton return. About twenty men work in Silver Bell properties, road to mines by Tucson mountains. New manager L Durkee arrives from Toledo to expand output. Frank A Smith and Win Delaney oversee field operations. W S McKnight runs Old Glory mill cutting costs. Wolfram, a rare metal mixed with copper and gold, may boost Arizona if expected.
Funeral services for Cihaq Drake were held at Grace Episcopal church with a standing room only turnout. Delegations from the Elks and local military units attended, the procession moved along Stone Avenue to the A. O. U. W. cemetery, and pallbearers included Harry Drachman and others from the community and guard units. Mining notes report the Golden Wave Company expanding operations in Martinez district with several bond for deed filings and new machinery to accelerate development.
A description from Garden and Forest highlights Alaska's vast timber belt from Cross Sound to the Strait of Juan de Fuca, spanning Alaska and British Columbia. It claims this pine forest is the world’s largest continuous cone-bearing forest, largely untouched by axes or fire due to a moist climate and easy access, promising security and value.
Capt Hemenway proposed a 120 foot dredger for placer mining on the Yaqui bar in Sonora. The vessel would carry a 40 horse boiler, tower elevators, two jigs, and a steam pump system to process about 2000 yards daily with a crew of five.
Cattle shipments from Sonora include J B Vickers sending cattle to his minch near Geropime and Mr Mullin sending 15 head to his Deming ranch. A herd travels from Tmutris to Nogales for Mr Hermesillo, with larger shipments from Bisbee anticipated. Temple of Denver at May receives 3000 head for Morgan, all for ranches not markets. Obituary notes: Job Trask of Bouson died Thursday morning. Lodge No 11 installed officers for the year starting Dec 1 1807.
A household guide promotes Diamond Dyes to revive faded gowns suits and dresses from cast offs. It claims easy color change saves money by transforming old garments into fashionable items and even outlines plans for mining district notes and local business updates.
Describes a method for capturing snakes in an Indian district by encircling cleared jungle with nets and burning surrounding undergrowth. Large numbers of snakes are funneled toward the net, then killed or lassoed, with best specimens prepared for export and smaller ones sent to government menageries. Also mentions La Fortuna mine and praise for superintendent Fred J. Martin, noting ongoing development and anticipated long-term production.
An old advertisement for Ely's Cream Balm promotes nasal application with rapid absorption. It notes a price of 50 cents and offers samples by mail. Ely Brothers at 56 Warren Street in New York City is listed as the contact.
A historic overview notes how horses powered war by necessity from cavalry to artillery. It recalls Gettysburg and Shiloh battles, cites the Waite Horse Battery and Confederate units, and highlights the bonds between soldiers and their horses, the losses endured, and the crucial yet brutal role of these animals in war.
Sheridan praises a famed Winchester horse for strength and endurance in twenty battles. The animal carried a master despite wounds and fearsome charges, with one rider mortally wounded later as the horse died in support of the convoy on the battlefield.
A fragmentary report from Arimona details the Vampire district near Super Canyon twelve miles south of the Supallidian village. Discovered in late August, the area promises rich silver and copper. Owners Lee and Breuer, plus Strickland Owens, Rogers Hunter, B. J. Sellers, J. E. Gilson, and others, report several promising ore shows though water scarcity limits operations.
Disjointed OCR text mentions Vim and vigor revival claims with a 30 day restoration window. Includes scattered fragments about packages, delivery, and notices for horses for sale and orchard nursery stock. Also references to cash payments and a local provider with vague product offers and timing.
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