31 May 1883
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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1883
Page
1
A week of community notices and events unfolds in Tombstone with plans for immigrant housing in the Salt River valley, local fund-raising for entertainments and visits from officials, theater and concert plans, mining updates near Peck and silver strikes, courthouse actions, and ongoing social and church services as the town pursues development and civic activity.
Mr Cramer orders burrs at the mill for sairtine in a few days. Mr Powler reports about 300000 pounds of barley last week. Eastern social columns expect arrivals and interest in the Arizona Crawl. The American Angler, at 252 Broadway NY, by W C Uns. Lount’s operate between his iron works and residence a four cell bunen battery supplies lightning. Desert mine work halted near Cave Creek during claim adjustments. A new brewery stirred by Peter Brix and M Waureh. Carl Weis of 3990 Broadway NY, importer of meerschaum and amber smoking articles. T W Brown outlined fiesta grounds plan with booths and elevated music stand. Corresp from Guay Wassars notes coarse gold from Lower Cal, weight near 10 mass. Provisions high. bacon at a cent per pound. May placing a six-sped pie near his store. Hopeful street ditch coverage fronting Augustress blocks.
Heservat.on reports Agent A. F. E. Jackson has enforced work for the Pima and Maricopa tribes, abolished mendicity, and loaded the reservation with tools, wagons, and clothing. A new canal, schoolhouse, and growing literacy among youths signal progress, with schools reopening in September and increased participation in affairs.
Sunday morning John W Red and F A McQuestin in a key press partnership quarrel over a business settlement McQuestin attacked Reed with a knife wounding his arm Reed rode toward town fell in a blood filled hollow but was rescued and treated Deputies pursued McQuestin who fled on horseback into brush before officers halted the chase.
A letter from Phenixs Mayor Portes to Tucson officials notes a civic party planned to visit next Saturday has been delayed by unforeseen circumstances. A separate court item reports that an application to release Indians linked to an attack case was denied, with bail reduced from 1000 to 500.
The Phenix Feast begins June 24 and continues into July with events in Arizona. Tom Brown oversees this year’s festivities as visitors from across the Territory attend. Salt River valley farmers enjoy record crops and spending as locals and visitors join the annual celebration.
May 24 1883 Tempe precinct board convened with M Wormser chairing and others. Smallpox cases reported seven cases six convalescents and bonds approved for JP M L Spears. Gov E Loring appointed Post Master. Mary Hennessey indigent warrant issued for passage to California. June 2 adjournment note. accident involving J M Wright reported with minor arm wound. List of undelivered post letters appended.
J W Kelso reports from Guaymas dated May 25 that no diggers have returned and little new information exists. Transportation delays persist due to lack of regular steamers and boats, while a five or six man party plans to travel to confer on railroad matters. Knights of Pythias Tucson Lodge elects W B Hopkins as Chancellor Commander and Geo F Meek as Vice Chancellor. Sheriff Paul departs with prisoners James Luis and Menker sentenced for theft. War fund delays noted.
In Maricopa County Territory of Arilla the estate of F M Sackard deceased. Chas U Sackert administrator petitions for distribution of residuum among heirs and creditors. Court to hear cause Wednesday June 2 at 10 am at the Probate Court Phoen Az. Publication required for four successive weeks. THOS G Crenitaw Probate Judge
First publication in April lists George H. Reuberts filing to prove up his homestead in the SW ¼ of section 4 township 1 range 3 east. The proceeding precedes the May 37 date before the 2nd Judicial District Court at Phoenix. Names included are Williston Everson Clinton Smith John Averis and Judah Woods of Phoenix.
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