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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1884
Page
2
The document outlines subscription terms including monthly and yearly rates, a range of delivery periods, and prepaid options. It notes the paper’s office in San Francisco and emphasizes no contracts with any staff unless by the proprietor’s written order. It references Phoenix population data and a general political stance on majority rule.
Arizona voters delivered a Republican majority in both chambers for the first time, reshaping the state’s political landscape and signaling a new era after years of Democratic control. The result follows a sharp voter realignment and tight statewide races impacting policy priorities.
Pere Gangtet, a longtime sheriff of Pinal County, has been elected again to the same office, continuing his tenure in the county sheriff's department.
The new Congress will have 144 Republicans and 175 Democrats in the House while the Senate shifts to 42 Republicans and 34 Democrats. This outlines the party balance entering the session.
The piece argues that a good citizen should back the officer chosen by the majority even if they previously opposed the candidate, emphasizing unity and respect for the electoral outcome. It highlights the obligation to support the office regardless of initial stance.
Bee Wee of Florence Zinterprise will visit Arizona this winter to present a show described as glowing beauty and rapturous awit er. The provocative wording reflects a bold cultural act in local entertainment.
A provocative editorial asks which respectable woman would dare enter the White House with Cleveland as its occupant and questions the future of Washington society if its head is a confessed libertine.
The sentence argues that four terms of Democratic governance could either remove the party’s conceit or bring significant national benefits the party believes it can achieve, outlining potential positive and negative impacts on the country.
Arizona factions reflect on camp events with Maricopa County showing a narrow Democratic lead, a shift from larger majorities seen in past cycles, indicating changing political currents in the territory.
Dr W W Jones delivered the opening address for the First Annual Exhibition of the Arizona Industrial Exposition Association on Monday afternoon. The speech urged practical thought and civic improvement, praising Arizona's opportunities and urging citizens to recognize the potential of the territory.
The text extols the ballot as the rightful check on government, arguing a free, intelligent vote lets the public correct abuses and shape policy. It warns rebellion harms the minority and urges open discussion and scrutiny of laws, noting intelligent ballots can reverse undesired Democratic actions.
A long passage extols Arizona display of mineral, agricultural, horticultural and stock products. It lauds fine horses, cattle and hogs, notes stock breeding efforts in Yavapai and Graham counties, and urges Territory wide participation to seize the coming opportunities. Includes a broad wire service on cholera in Paris and political campaign updates.
The Arizona Industrial Exposit opens its territorial fair, praising early efforts amid haste and cost, urging persistence in developing mining, farming, and irrigation. The speaker highlights mines from Quijoten to Vulture, Mesa to Yuma, and the growing canal system, urging settlers to remain steadfast and build lasting homes.
The Ohio Grand Lodge bans toxicant sales as a disqualifying offense for Masons. In Dos Cabezas Canyon near Wilcox, the skeleton of Thomas Box is found by W F Nichols. Box had disappeared after selling cattle for 1900. Wm Hoss of the P R R rooms in San Francisco awaits immigrants from the Azores to California. Mr Ross arrived today, noting Cleveland enthusiasm among travelers.
A narrator extols California land sales noting 160 acres priced at 22 dollars now, with potential rise to 50 dollars per acre within ten years. The piece argues thrifty people will gain wealth and social value by settling, improving soil, and benefiting from government entry for irrigation and cultivation.
Lace sailor collars are worn in the morning. Felt will be used for fall hats and bonnets. The generous heart should scorn the pleasure which gives another pain. There is no beggar so destitute as he who can afford nothing to his neighbor.
The Indian school at Fort Yuma reports a final attendance of pupils. Arizona Southern Mining Co. plans water storage at Oro Blanco, milling old ore to yield about $100 per ton with a large workforce. No standing US Mexico treaty exists, leaving Americans in Mexican dungeons without trial and consular protection.
The eight precincts Bean Head Lone Jones Ainsworth Cornwall report totals Bean 304 Head 449 Lone 616 Jones 3238 Ainsworth 515 Cornwall 340. Teo precincts yet to hear from Indications point to the St. John or Anti Mormon ticket prevailing with few exceptions.
Notice for the Arizona Industrial Exposition Association stockholders meeting to elect officers for the ensuing year. The session will be at the Board of Directors office on the Fair Grounds Saturday November 15, 1884 at 11 o'clock a.m. Full attendance desired. W. W. Jones President. G. W. Ineatts Secretary.
Pools on the races will be sold at Kern and Luke's saloon every evening during the week of the fair beginning Monday at 8 o'clock PM. Scnorreto, Manager.
Fragment of a classified advertisement inviting applicants for a position at a Kensington embroidery shop. Mentions stamping ih or sonite rates and requests inquiries at a specific address on Jefferson street, Phoenix Arizona.
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