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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1897
Page
3
The new president, Prof Parker, began his duties Tuesday morning at the Territorial University. Editorial notes discuss local politics, municipal ownership debates, and currency design reforms, highlighting water and gas utilities and the need for reliable public services.
A parent recounts a five year old boy with scrofula on face hands and arms. After four bottles of Hood's Sarsaparilla the humors are driven from his blood and never return. The ad also notes other political and territorial debates of the era, including veterans, battles over armor production, and state division proposals in New York and Arizona.
A local notice promotes a closing out sale of dry goods from 9 to 11 a m with store prices. The article discusses party positions on silver and bimetallism, weighing whether the Republican stance will shift if silver policy falters. It notes domestic demand for silver remains tied to business needs and cautions against overplaying precious metals beyond usable supply.
A Chicago Tribune editorial argues Arizona should not rush to statehood, citing population, water, and economic limits. It notes Governor McCord's calls based on wool and livestock, warning these arguments overlook real demographics and industry. The piece contrasts Arizona with New Mexico, Nevada, and Idaho, and cites the Los Angeles Times reaction.
A Bendatroct summary notes bank clearings for the week ending November 11 at 51.347 billion, up 10 percent from the prior week and 13 percent from the second week of November. Rail earnings rise across 127 companies, iron and wool remain firm, cotton prices edge down slightly signaling market shifts. Weather and demand favor winter goods, freight car shortages appear, yellow fever quarantines removed boosting southern business, while failures rise to 273 nationwide.
Silver certificates and sterling bar silver quoted at 5S. Mexican dollars noted. Exchange rate capper unchanged with lead steady at brokers price around 3.50.
A prominent American physician defines scrofula as external consumption and notes scrofulous children often appear fair yet lack nerve strength, robust muscles, and disease resistance, stating no remedy rivals careful care for delicate children.
Alejandro D. Ainslie of Hermosillo writes to Bishop Lopez defending Masons in Sonora. He questions the bishop’s pastoral attack, laments strained religious harmony, and urges peace while listing historical grievances and the dignity of Masonic members.
In San Francisco on November 19 attorneys Deuprey Dickinson and Boardman asked Judge Bahrs to set a trial date for the Derrant murder charge. A. D. A. Bosmer opposed. Bahrs denied the motion, signaling an impending appeal, possibly in State or Federal courts.
Ostcago reports delegates from labor organizations cooperative societies and reform groups gathered in the Women s Temple to push direct legislation via initiative and referendum. The three day convention will open this afternoon with Ex Governor Altgeld and others expected to speak and a Direct Legislative Union to be formed.
Nov 17 Viexxa reports Austria demands Turkish redress for insults to Austrian merchant at Mersina. Ambassador Brozzafel warns Austrian ships will bombard Mersing if Austria’s terms are not met by noon Thursday. Austria seeks removal of district official and other reprisals, with possible rail traffic halt and further measures if unmet.
Desyen November 13 special to the Times reports worsening conditions at the Smuggler mine. Two alarming features emerged since yesterday: heavy gases driven to the ninth level pump station threaten the pumps, prompting bulkhead construction. flammable gas is detected and may regenerate rapidly. An advisory tone notes the seriousness of the situation and ongoing safety measures.
In Constantinople on November 18 an Austrian envoy received a note from the Turkish government accepting demands. The agreement includes payment of 250,000 pounds to the Oriental Railroad Company and a Turkish fort warship saluting the Austrian flag. Braszafelli is named in relation to the indemnity.
The Captain General of Galicia telegraphs that Weyler’s interview with the government fully exculpates him regarding remarks made when leaving Havana and confirms his loyalty to the government. Also, Kelsey Porter hanged in Astoria, Oregon, this morning.
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