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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1883
Page
3
A jumble of brief notices lists sales at Carey’s and Clark’s jewelry, theater cards at Ruben’s and the Palace Saloon, hotel openings at Phenix, and new shop moves at Osborne & Co. The report mentions a threshing outfit delivering 1 208 sacks, rain dispersing a crowd on Pivsta grounds, and Dr. McMullan planning Prescott travel. Also notes Tempe hoisting the flag, and various local residents and establishments.
A large crowd gathered for a Fourth of July event with parade, impromptu speeches led by Mayor Posterchen and Judge Tweed, and a bullfight spectacle at the Fiesta grounds. Rain interrupted evening plans while Tempe celebrated with a Temperance toast, Regalia procession, and a hearty feast at Cosner's Grove.
Stephen Dole has wed Rosa Meadows, described as a pleasant society lady and fitting wife material. The piece notes O11 remedy, a brief update on local business, a smelter near Castle Greek, a small lead find near Wickerburs, and a bullion shipment plan, with daily box shipments to Dunyer and Santa Fe.
Lena Junge, a seventeen year old German Spanish girl, shot at J. H. Warren at the electric light works last night but caused no harm as she fled after he closed the doors. She was arrested and released on her own recognizance, claiming Warren seduced her with a marriage promise and abused her mother’s home. Warren has been arrested for disturbing the police.
The Prescott paper reports Cureton has given the Alta Arizona to be published at the new stand near the A. and P. line, with material moved back to Mineral, and Wilson and Hodges to publish. The deponent offers no statement on Hon. A. E. Fay’s status.
The Santa Fe Tertio Millennial celebration opened successfully on the second instant. Governor Sheldon delivered the opening address marking the event's formal start and civic significance.
Reports indicate GexenaL Croox holds a substantial stake in a significant California mine close to Nevada City, highlighting major local mining involvement and potential economic impact for the region.
Frank Cushing the American Zuni arrived yesterday morning by the Atlantic and Pacific express with Mrs. Cushing and forty Zuni. The party heads to Santa Fe for the Tertio Millennial celebration. The band wore buckskins and included two Zuni Albinos, one notably sunburned yet showing native features. They wait for the Worth train due to transportation issues, and all express happiness about the journey.
Ancient trees in Bur are described as hoary with age, though many are young compared to timeless relics nearby. The piece notes the enduring vigor of these trees and hints at Bur as the location of a venerable natural landmark.
A 12 year old remark recalls Judge Hoadly as a Republican and suggests the Democratic voters may doubt his nomination. The piece notes a circular letter sent a week after his nomination claiming he remains in the race.
The Courie Journal notes the nomination of Judge Heady as a triumph for the party's progressive wing in Ohio. Watterson is described as a bold radical leader, while affection for Judge Hoadly hints at shared character. Coxsaine skips this year's Fourth of July oration, marking a historic absence, as patriotic sentiment laments the slight.
The Colusa County murder case of Green ended with a hung jury, signaling a likely retrial in September. Officials warn that securing another juror panel may be challenging, with a possible venue change under consideration.
The Republican and Democratic State committees of Mississippi met in Jackson to discuss fusion of party affairs this fall. A convention was scheduled for the 16th instant.
The July 6 1883 meeting of Maricopa County Arizona Territory board led by Chairman Wormser approved reimbursing Gila County through the county division for 7055 dollars and ordered transfers totaling 4800 dollars to hospital and county funds. They audited and paid numerous sheriff, jail, clerk, and public work bills, rejected several items, and adjourned to July 9.
Poem fragment expresses deep mourning for Phoebe Cary with lines of yearning and peace. The speaker prays for rest for the beloved and notes she has eternal life, recounting the lover’s wish fulfilled.
A reflective piece urges expressing love with kind words to those who journey with you. It emphasizes gentle, supportive speech as sunshine in dark times and notes life’s fragile, fleeting nature. The text blends poetic lines about courage, gratitude, and sharing feelings with close companions.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a poetic appraisal of marital strain and moral temptation. It paints a seduction scenario framed as a broker’s temptations, noting absence of the wife as a driver, and describes lurid social influence, dubious pleasures, and guilt, all conveyed in a troubled voice.
A young woman confesses to using castor oil hidden in soda water at a Hamwbetts drug store. Speight, the clerk, reveals she had intended the oil for her mother. The incident is linked to local county corruption chatter and a wild Arkansas tale about a white lie leading to the death of five hatchlings.
Ad text appears to announce stationery printing services and shop notices at Hoppen Parent Blotttees with references to Wm. B. Hooper & Co as agents for various bitters and groceries. The fragment mentions the Phoenix Oseh Store of E Irvine and a positive care for dyspepsia, plus a Studebaker wagon note at Goldman's.
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