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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1896
Page
3
The Prescott letter warns of party infighting over bonds and currency while voicing blame for territorial debt. It notes the Democratic Territorial Administration’s handling of licences and warrants, praises state figures like Senator Hiv, and discusses local issues from dairy production to reservoir projects and arbitration stands.
A mass meeting at city hall sparked by Democratic and Republican leaders nominated J. H. Burger for mayor and E. Ganz for council in the second ward amid a sparse crowd mostly composed of Republicans. An adjournment followed after addressing national issues, with several party men speaking before the session closed. Unclaimed letters listed at the Phoenix post office dated May 20 include numerous individuals and addresses.
Frank S Griswold of Phoenix Arizona has won a silver medal for a collapsible bicycle tire designed for the Southwest. The 40 year old inventor, with a background in farming and writing, credits his diverse life and a serious accident five years ago for dedicating himself to mechanical invention and the new tire that stays sound and ridable after punctures.
A Beraro reporter quotes Senator Taber discussing the Vulture mine as a major gold producer in the territory. He hints at large tailings worth about a million dollars and possible extraction to boost production within six months, with Denver and Cripple Creek interests noted. Special Agent Bennett reports on allotment work for the Gila and Salt River Reservations, irrigation prospects, and potential relocations for tribal lands amid court battles.
The House Committee on Territories reported favorably a bill to fund Arizona debt bonds up to January 1, 1897 and fund outstanding obligations at the lowest rate. It also favors extending land and mining ownership to alien bonafide residents and allows them to purchase foreclosed land and hold estates in the territory.
Court proceedings cover guilty pleas from Manuel Valenzuela and others, indictments for liquor sales and counterfeiting, and sentences for several prisoners in the Territorial Court. Indians Antonio and Kisto sentenced to one year and one day, Valenzuela one year plus fine. multiple defendants plead not guilty and await future hearings.
A jumble of real estate deeds and mining claims is listed, naming parties such as Mary Brown, Lizzie Prosk executrix, and J L B Alexander, with various tracts in Moore district and surrounding blocks. The document notes transfers, liens, and receiverships, including a mechanic's lien sale and a final receipt, alongside a sales pitch for Shiloh's Vital and a local pharmacy advertisement.
May 20 reports from Lowoxnox and Paerona indicate the South African Republic executive council will commute sentences for Johannesburg reform leaders. Fifteen years replaces death for Rhodes, J H Hammond, Lionel Phillips, and George Farrar, while nine others are discharged and several receive short terms. A separate dispatch notes 59 prisoners pardoned in total.
The House of Commons ended a 21 hour sitting by closing the division lobby after a deadlock over a bill cutting rates on agricultural land. Speaker named several members for disobedience. the Serjeant at Arms removed them as the chamber adjourned toward June 1.
May 20 Methodist conference officials debate prohibition list restricting liquor dancing games of chance theatre going circuses and horse races. Gov Bushnell attends May 21 as bishops and ministers discuss rules for evangelists and episcopal residence. May 22 officers vote on Sunday school secretary and bishop appointments with results favoring J S Hurlburt and Dr C H Payne. Dr M Kelly re elected editor. Buckley considered for Christian Advocate editorship. An ad promotes Shaker Digestive Cordial for stomach health.
A terrific cyclone swept the Osage reservation last night causing heavy damage and suspected fatalities. Reports span Norman EdJwood Whites Eagle Perkins with widespread property destruction. Separately, New Hampshire Democrats met in convention endorsing a gold standard platform and nominating aligned candidates in a unity tone.
Minot North Dakota May 20 special to the Journal from Averdesn South Dakota notes 2 o’clock odds favor the gold standard Democrats organizing the state convention Black Hills delegation shifts to support the gold side after protests from western voters S A Ramsay of Woonsocket named temporary chairman Silver forces boosted by last night action Pills do not cure constipation Karl’s Clover Root Tap advertised for sale at Keefer’s Pharmacy.
An Indiana special reports Populists announce agreement to adopt the Chicago Democratic platform if free silver is favored. Negotiations have spanned months, with the National Populist and National Veaues conventions set for July 22 in St Louis.
The Senate interstate commerce committee authorized reporting a bill to create a nationwide railroad freight classification. It aims to standardize charges across regions to curb shipper complaints about differing local classifications. Also notes stray health ads and a death by overdose unrelated to the main item.
The Democratic State Convention meets after 1 o clock with C S Rank naming S Wright as temporary chairman. Wright delivers a speech opposing free silver 16 to 1, drawing cheers from silver opponents and applause from the gold standard faction. Boies and Cleveland names trigger strong reactions among delegates as the convention continues. Local notices mention medical and sales ads.
Prices listed include beef at eight per hundred and hogs at per hundred. Sheep are dressed per hundred, Corkeye live per pound, chickens per dozen, meats by weight, and various cuts such as siroin per pound. Also listed are pork per pound, matton per pound, and produce prices like lemons oranges apples and pears per unit.
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