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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1882
Page
1
Evening publication details showing prices for various subscriptions. Rates include daily, weekly, and multi month terms with amounts in dollars and cents, noting Sunday exclusions.
A compact notice lists candidates and roles including Representatives M. H. Calderwood and J. Stinson District Attorney Tewssurie Probate Judge C A Twee Recorder R F Etirela SD Supervisors 721730 J 4. Smith Sheriff B Kelley Public Administrator Sulvovot WM Isaac with names presented for an electoral slate and official posts.
A fiscal paragraph reviews New York independence and local party lines, noting possible votes on November seventh. It highlights Judge Porter as a capable lawmaker and endorses Republican nominees Calderwood and Stinson for the Assembly, praising their experience, integrity, and readiness to push county interests in the Territory.
The passage expresses frustration with a political foe, using metaphorical language about being overwhelmed and attacked. It references a Gaza-like target and personal insult, suggesting a heated exchange within a Democratic context and a sharp rebuke to an unnamed correspondent.
A terse public notice reminds readers that registration is required before completing outs in the event, game, or activity. The item stresses timely compliance and outlines where to register and by whom. It emphasizes consequences of missing registration and the importance of accurate personal records.
The letter disputes a Phoenix delegation's claims linking Independent reformers to labor and occupation. It accuses Wheeler and others of corruption, details alleged thefts and improper conduct, praises Sheriff candidate J. B. Kelley, and notes regional mining and transport updates alongside county prospects and a Phoenix convention rumble.
The traveler reports on military movements near Fort Thomas and Camp Thomas, rising unrest with Mexican smugglers and Apache fighting, and a Cairo style public frenzy. He passes Phenix stake claims and Copperopolis prospects, noting Campbell and Co. backing, and foresees multiple copper and gold developments near Castle Creek Humbug Creek and Silver Mountain with potential twenty stamp mills and new roads benefiting the region.
Judge Clark Churchill of Precot arrives in Prescott this morning and departs to Yuma for a political tour. He reports booming political business and says Republicans lead ahead as they plan to canvass the Territory on November seventh.
The Henip notes the Republican county nominees including F A Shaw for County Treasurer praised for integrity and financial skill, R F Kirkland as Recorder praised as popular and capable, and C A Tweed as Probate Judge described as an established, respected lawyer with deep community roots.
The Seventeen announces that this month’s end marks the final day to register. The notice cautions readers to complete registration promptly to avoid missing the deadline.
An old notice endorses Parker's Ginger Tonia as a remedy for nervous disorders. The ad urges readers not to condemn the product due to prior deception by similar nostrums and recommends it strongly in this section.
A short ad stating a remedy for kidney bladder and urinary diseases. Mentions complete care and a price of $1, with the note Druggists as the source. The text is fragmented and promotional in tone.
Two top prisoners, Miller awaiting trial for stage robbery and a Mexican held for murder at Fort McDowell, escaped after weakening iron bars with muriatic acid. A bottle of acid was found in the cell. Sheriff Orme leads a pursuit but no trace has been found.
Clues emerge after prisoners flee the County Jail as forgeries bearing a Mr. Franklin signature surface. Weaver, a local fraudster, allegedly cashed five orders for 26.40 dollars each, with victims Geo. W. Cats, W. T. Smith, W. B. Hooper & Co, W. Su réenburg, and another party unnamed. Sheriff Orme pursues leads, heading toward Maricopa and possible westbound trains, while Hooper & Co sell Damian Bitters.
The County Central Committee of the Independent Party of Maricopa County requests a 9 meeting on Saturday October 7 at 11 o'clock a m at Cox Campbell's offer. Full attendance is desired as important business will be presented. G W Manan Chinese W F McNulty merchant present his business to Phoenix and county readers. W J Smith and party were active yesterday in pursuing a forger and were seen in town at four in the morning.
Colorado correspondent reports Bill Nuckles, a prospector, fell into a forty foot shaft full of rattlesnakes. He fed and tied fresh snakes as they climbed, using hundreds to create a rope. The crowd outside pulled him from the shaft, and he reached Mead's ranch unharmed. Also a note offers about $10,000 cash against real estate for hotel purposes in a growing Arizona city.
An advertisement touts Wells Mealth Renewer TM promising restored health and vigor. Claims include cures for dyspepsia impotence and sexual debility, offered at a price of one dollar.
Fretful babies disturb everyone says this old notice. It claims Parker's Ginser Tonic relieves pains and anxiety, keeping infants healthy and safe to use, urging mothers to learn its benefits.
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