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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1885
Page
1
Tucson action heats up around Stevens and Leatherwood as local figures plan bold moves amid a tense political or sports scene. The propose to shift momentum involves heated debates, potential confrontations, and energized community response.
A caustic poem from California satire writer laments the legislature’s collapse, praising the rebellion of citizens and the sudden shift in political mood. The piece underlines frustration with governance and hints at reform movements sweeping the state.
A quirky line from a Wichita style column praises a man in the Southwest known for theatrical flourish and dramatic phrasing, claiming he can summon crocodile tears from a pen full of ink, drawing attention from readers.
German Hazen of the Signal is court martialed for criticizing the action of the War Secretary in the Greer relief expedition. The case centers on alleged insubordination and public remarks regarding military leadership during the operation.
President issues warning to trespassers on Oklahoma lands with military fee for violators. Russia and England contend Asia claims. England accused of encroaching on territory. Bis ark mediating for peaceable settlement in the dispute.
General RosEenaxs appears to seek two posts. He is a candidate for ser ver at San Francisco and also the position of architect of the piol at Washington with a salary of 4500 dollars per year.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests OvR co temporaries directed legislative activity and supported a position in the southern region. The readable portions imply some leadership role and potential impact on policy, though specifics are unreadable. No clear individuals, dates, or events are confirmed in the surviving text.
Fragmented OCR reports a California burglary where thieves stole a wagon load including a blacksmith’s tools and other items for about $400. The text then shifts to political commentary about Cleveland and reform efforts, discussing reapportionment and stockmen in the Territory, and a reference to a John G. Campbell remark.
Salt River valley residents and Territory have long perceived little of the valley’s extent and resources. After days of surveying the area, an observer asserts the valley holds immense value unknown to its inhabitants and to the wider region.
A reflective opinion piece critiques the old Fighting Thirteenth era and the territory legislature. It notes ongoing concerns over freight and fare policies, car overhaullaws, and the insane asylum matter, while condemning graft and urging cautious optimism about reform minded lawmakers and press responsibility. The piece warns of schemes to rob the public and highlights university funding and regent powers as controversial points.
A Citizen editorial criticizes asylum legislation timing and governance while defending directors like Stewart Hatch Lincoln. It argues the bill cannot specify operations and that future refinement will occur. The piece laments press financial strain and praises R B Toda for supporting press interests.
A letter from the Nee Weirnington Globe condemns the practice of appointing outsiders to Territory offices. It laments veteran politicians lacking vigor and argues Arizona should fill roles with competent locals. The writer says the Territory has become a political graveyard and questions the need for the President to travel outside the Territory for appointments.
The article notes Mr Conta being replaced in the Prison Commission, with a new reliable appointee taking the post. It suggests the change stems from internal power struggles rather than merit, and asserts the former official might have served longer if a timely petition had been sent.
Democratic Senators decide to stay in Washington for three months to advise the President on office appointments. They plan to push pending treaties, expecting sixty days of work. Postmaster Vilas faces scrutiny as frauds and forgeries surge in mail, while President Cleveland retains O. L. Pruden in the White House staff amid a shift in administration.
The London Echo argues the Republican form suits the people by balancing power. It cites Cleveland as virtuous and Lincoln-like, praising democracy over aristocracy and warning against pomp, wealth, and ruling elites while urging focus on feeding the poor and educating the ignorant.
A tribute from the press across the Territory lauds Hon R B Todd for steadfast defense of their cause in the Council amid pressure from umbrella printing bills. It notes publisher burdens from high subscription costs and predicts widespread losses in Territory papers without such support.
A farmer complains his five sons did not answer when he needed help sawing wood. Each explains he was busy in a different place such as the shop the barn Granma’s room garret and the doorstep getting still. The youngest child’s quip ends the tale with humor.
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