22 Nov 1883
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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1883
Page
1
Fragmented text discusses Manirons seeking independence from British rule in British America. Mentions a Matsy man predicting death by force of imagination this month and a San Francisco incident at the Baldwin hotel. References to Waenoxa Baldwin, Frank Carpenter, Bruce Baur, Ike Topsey, and Charley McNames, with unclear connections and dates.
A California letter doubts Reavis as the man behind the business, noting others pull strings and bought the Gazette. It notes frequent newspaper ownership changes, a pending Surveyor General job to aid land holders, and coverage of United Verde copper ore exhibits in Chicago with details on ore widths grades and production at the mine near Prescott including the smelter output and copper percentages.
A stock dealer reports disposing of fifteen head of cows and calves for 260000, praising the breed for good blood and low feeding costs. He notes one cow from the herd sold for 40000 and argues high prices reflect the value for breeding stock amid strong demand for superior animals.
The article urges residents of Sal Sal Vida and Gila valleys to influence the selection of a Surveyor General who will serve the region's interests. It argues agriculture must lead development alongside mining and stock raising, noting Arizona could soon be self supplying, with vast mesa and valley lands turning productive once water is available.
The Tucson Star defends the Gazette in a dispute over press property and market competition. The argument centers on self defense and property rights against neighbors, illustrated with a horse and salt metaphor to critique journalistic principles.
Residents excited by a supposed hole in the mountains surrounding Tucson discover the feature is only an indent on the peak. The century old rumor linked to local legends prompts curiosity as observers assess the unusual formation.
The Territorial Press comments on J Addison Reavis land claims in Maricopa County. The Phoenix Gazette secures a deed to a portion of Phoenix land, drawing sharp local reaction. Citizens and papers criticize the Gazette for aiding a possible land grab while defending its independence.
An excerpt honors Sir Moses Montefiore born October 24 1783 whose century milestone drew praise for his tireless relief work for Jews. He aided Palestine fund founder associated with Rothschilds, served as sheriff of London and Middlesex, earned a baronetcy, and influenced rulers from the Pacha of Egypt to Tsar Nicholas I for Jewish rights and Palestine goals.
In his declining years a man finds happiness through duty well done. Residing at Clit Lodge near Ramsgate, once home to the Duchess of Kent, Queen Victoria's mother. For nearly a century he has uplifted others. Jew, Christian and Moslem alike revere him for his ready aid and generous heart to the needy and oppressed.
Telegraphic items report George Clique pleading guilty to second degree murder in Tombstone. J P Welles found guilty of sorcery with leniency sought. Other briefs cover an escaped convict Cordova possibly wounded, a stockmen convention, a Washington woman suffrage bill, whalebone and oil price moves, a long fraud case, San Francisco pledges, a Carolina wedding altercation, higher wages strikes, and a reported admiral death in New York.
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