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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1884
Page
2
The issue records subscription details and prices while mentioning Phoenix population figures and a re election for a lower house seat in Prescott. It notes the veteran figure’s continued support from his constituency and hints at ongoing newspaper politics and regional affairs. The piece references San Francisco and local publication authorship constraints from the printer.
The event featured extensive but orderly remarks from Democratic speakers who praised their new f once and offered parting tributes to fallen foes. Despite the usual frictions, many Republicans attended, and cordial expressions of goodwill prevailed.
Judge PeFor est Porter, assemblyman elect from this county, is named speaker of the Jewer huge of the next legislature. Porter is described as a careful, prompt leader with a broad view of state affairs and the capacity to grasp the whole situation quickly.
The next Beg state legislature convenes January 5 1855 with Republicans W A Harwond J W Dorrington G Stewart C Blevens F K Atneworth and others, Democrats Alonzo Bailey John Howell N Leatherwood F Weetin W Bridewell R Todd plus independents E Stover and others, list of members by counties and at large seats. The House includes Republicans W F Nichols Hugh Percy W Frame E W Risley E W Aram DeForest Porter H Enbbins and others, Democrats Wardwell Munter Proklin Armstrong Warkhwe Levi Ruggles Finus Samuel Pardy J Brananen Robert Connell J A Browne, plus a Christmas notice noting Harper's Weekly piece by George William Curtis and other essays.
The Vulture stagecoach moving eastward halted fifteen miles west of Lawn Nut near Agus Pris station when four men boarded. They stopped the express box, seized mail bags, and smashed the stage. contents were rifled but no money was found in the mail or cager’s box. Dennis at Acun Fria station reported ransom and damaged mail and merchandise.
A patchy 19th century dispatch notes British Conservatives backing a Franchise bill pending a retrial measure, while New York politics swirl around Dan Mannise’s Europe tour and Neveland’s inauguration. Paris sees health news, Chicago hints at Cooks Hog as next NY senator, and Cleveland weighs gubernatorial moves amid election fallout. Nevada mining sues Wyoming. a Yaqui Indian, Jerus Cruz, is killed in Santa Cruz. Lexington reports a colt breaking records. San Francisco notes large presidential bets. and California firms reveal winnings from local canvassers.
The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons convened in Tucson on a Tuesday in November with multiple lodges represented. Officers were elected for the ensuing year, including Grand Master Alonzo Bailey, and delegates from Maryland Georgia Mexico and Arizona jurisdictions attended.
A 24 year vacancy in the Democratic taunch spurred a grand barbecue with six hogs, six sheep, four hogs and ample sides. Judge T. G. Greenhaw and W. H. Edwards led the roasting as crowds traveled by twenty guided marshals and a Mexican Patriotic Club procession.
A large crowd from both parties attended a county Democratic event with parade, fireworks, music, and speeches. Chairman S. Lount introduced the program followed by J T Ajesp and J W Grenshaw among speakers. The event featured instrumental music, patriotic songs, and a chorus, ending with fireworks and praise for the party's efforts amid cool evening air.
Reporter Hillbrook Dives describes the capture of Frank Howe Frank Weeden and others near the Navajo reservation on the 27th. Sheriff Jaimes Wilton and deputies deliver them to Cheril Orme. The tale follows their journey from the Atlantic Pacific line toward Old Mexico ending with a cop catching the runaway worm on arrival in Antfraint. The piece ends with a dour note on the worm’s imagined future and the fate of its tail.
A rural joke features a wife scolding her husband for never taking her to the cemetery. He replies that is a pleasure still in anticipation. A turnip warns the potato to behave or risk someone taking the starch out of him.
A rambling tale centers on Jack Acres a friendly liberal gambler in Flagstaff Arizona who hosts a poker game with a stranger William Wentworth a wealthy miner from Gil. The night turns tense as Wentworth bets high and Jack exposes a dream of leaving the west for civilized life in the east ending with a dramatic personal declaration.
A month ending November 14 report lists names with at least 90 percent in the first and third grades. The document shows numerous students with scores across classes and averages, highlighting top performers like Belle McDonald, Lizzie McDonald, and Fannie Ruambure, among others, reflecting a broader grade distribution and a class average around 65.
Unclaimed letters listed for November 7 4 193? in the Porto Rico portatice with names including Albert Fisher Theodore Allen JT Gordon Marie Harrison Hattie Knox Susie Brady Nellie Howard and others. Call for addressed mail by Geo. E. Mowry P.M.
A historic list of first to sixth prizes awarded at the Saturntay event for infants and young children. Names include Herbert H. Maxson Jace 11 months, Mrs Tosten Grenbaw, Irith Marian A Porter, Etlane Re-Aneto, Rey V Marter, and Mary JL Wells. Prizes range from fine blankets and dresses to photos, with a total of twenty-one entries.
Telegraphed update from Franty Reed via Geo H. Tiniket shows Dr. Aarneworth leading in the county with four precincts counted and a sizable margin. Nearby counties trail, and optimistic notes praise future legislative service. Journal dispatch cites Head’s majority at 12 167 with a dense 250 count.
The Salt River valley could meet Territory needs if prices hold, with shipments from Tiryant and Multiver produce cited. Citizens note potential supply if market conditions improve, and discuss pricing versus California sources.
Tuesday's Daily notes the Fair Association dissolving the Exposition site, plans to remove all structures, and J. M. Wilkins of Tucson reports raising $50,000 in forty eight hours to build a ien factory. Reports mention wedding announcements, a steam bicycle at the fair, stage lines on Vulture road, a press delay, and travels for exhibition pursuits.
The California Fit Syrup Company markets Syrup of Pies as a pleasant remedy for habitual constipation and related ailments. Dr O W Ththods offers free sample bottles, urging trial to prove benefits, with large bottles priced at one dollar.
A Speccesntatl candidate, E G Feld of Central Arizona Mining Co, recently elected to the Council, married Miss Gertrude E Mortis of this place. The Agnano congratulates the couple on the happy occasion.
Hamilton's Resources of Ante na is prepared and will be delivered promptly. To obtain a copy, call the Phoenix News Depot. W A Hany, Agent.
Siovaras reports the results from Maricopa County for the election held November 4. Voters supported candidates and measures across the county, with early tallies indicating which party led in key districts. Final certified totals will follow after verification by the county elections board.
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