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Newspaper
Phoenix Weekly Herald
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1882
Page
2
The Gosper and Morford paper announces rates for daily and weekly editions with weekly and monthly travel of subscriptions. It lists prices for six months and a year, and refers to the Daily, Daily Herald and Weekly Herald editions.
The Orleans American endorses Judge Porter as the capable, widely supported Republican candidate. It argues his native Carlton ties, businesslike stewardship, and vigor match Arizona’s needs for mining, cattle, and growth, urging Republicans to nominate leaders who cannot be bought and will serve the territory’s broader interests.
The Republical County Convenantlos urges a strong Republican turnout for the upcoming convention next Saturday. It laments no official announcement beyond a prior six week old statement and presses for able, active men who own property and will reside in the county to seek seats in the Territorial Legislature, promising railroad policy and county benefits.
Fourteen of sixteen Maine counties back Republican Porter over Oury, predicting Porter’s statewide edge. Tucson residents cheer as a large circus heads to town, stirring local excitement.
Judge Hoover is set to open court sessions in Tucson next Monday, establishing a new schedule and location for judicial proceedings in the region. Local officials expect standard hearings and preliminary motions as the session begins.
Less than 1,000 voters are registered in Pima County amid a slow enrollment period. Officials warn the small registry could affect upcoming elections and civic participation in the region.
The excerpt notes a grim slogan about blood and rage, yet Funny avoided violence as the pistol failed to suit him. It suggests tension and a misfit weapon in a troubling tableau without explicit action.
Purdy reportedly showed the white feather in a public sparring duel with air forces figures, marking a symbolic escape from confrontation. The incident underscores tensions between competing factions and highlights bravado versus honor in wartime rhetoric.
The Democratic papers discuss Hiram L. Stevens and John McAfferty in a terse political flare up. Prescott seeks an electric tower on a nearby hill despite current prospects, while tone hints at cautious, possibly tepid support.
Hon J K Luttrell of California is visiting Tucson with interest in mining property in the southern part of the Territory. He focuses on prospecting opportunities and potential investments in regional mineral ventures.
The Governor has taken no steps to negate the Yavapai fraud due to lack of testing opportunity. News from all directions shows Oury’s chances waning while Porter’s profile grows. The seventh of November will see our judge leave Oury far behind. Five rifles with ammunition and accoutrements from Benicia arsenal have arrived in Tucson and are held by L Zeckendorf & Co. for disposition.
The Courier endorses Grant Oury for a second term as Arizona territorial delegate. It notes his one term achievements as defense of constituents against harmful legislation, while implying Porter would be preferable if politics mattered in Arizona. It warns that Oury’s abilities reflect the Territory’s influence in Congress and urges continued support.
An Arizona editorial argues Judge De Forest Porter is the capable choice for Congress, criticizing Granville H. Oury as lacking record and influence. It praises Porter's public spirit, diplomacy, and prior legislative success, urging voters to favor the Republican path toward statehood.
The Globe Chronicle notes its third volume and comments on political turnout with 365 votes in the Democratic primary and about 75 attendees at Oury's reception. The piece contrasts these figures, hinting at broader public engagement.
Boruck, a Republican California gubernatorial hopeful for two years, has run a fierce, once-dominant campaign through his paper. He grew frustrated at Elsway and defected, shifting support from party loyalty to personal grievance and principles.
Governor Tritle proclaims a general election for November 7, 1883, listing offices to be filled including U.S. Congress delegate, territorial superintendent, council and house members, county offices, and local posts across Apache, Cochise, Maricopa, Pima, Yuma, Mohave, Yavapai, and other counties. Also notes number of supervisors, sheriffs, prosecutors, clerks, treasurers, jails, school trustees, and constables per area. A separate item mentions a colorful remark about Henry Watterson of the Louisville Courier-Journal and a rough description of his appearance and habits.
In Mohave County a large Republican meeting endorsed DeForest Porter for Congress and A E Davis for Superintendent. Speeches praised Porter, criticized the Democrats and urged unity among Republicans and some cross-party support. The crowd applauded as Porter spoke on territorial rights, Indian policy and statehood prospects.
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