President Harrison's Message Draws Mixed Reactions
The meagre synopsis of President Harrison's message shows limited bold proposals yet hints at Western concerns and trade policy. It mentions Chinese questions, trusts, civil service enforcement, abolition of the tobacco tax, and liberal aims for foreign commerce, with regional criticisms and partisan caution. The piece also notes a controversial payment claim by Fred Wesmith and references Beat WS and Beat Nevada coverage.
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Terry
Rover
Johnson backs fraud report on Peralta Reavis case in Arizona
The Tucson press reports Royal A. Johnson filed an exhaustive Interior Department report debunking charges of complicity with the Peralta Reavis fraud. He is urged to demand accountability from Phoenix papers and investigate unconfirmed grants, while local chatter links Wolfley to threats against Herbert Brown.
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Royal A. Johnson
Arizona
Phenix
Jenson
Peralta
Johnson
Evtrara
Trex Alamos
San Rafael Dela Zamia
Tucson
Wolfley
Herbert Brown
Yunus
San Angeles Heras
Fragmentary note compares Davin to Benedict Arnold
A damaged text fragment lists Davin alongside Benedict Arnold and discusses betrayal, revolt and assassination in a violent historical context. The wording is garbled but implies condemnation and notoriety tied to treachery and political conspiracies of the era.
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Jerr
God
Diis
Benedict Arnold
Divining Rod Disputed as Boy Proves Mineral Find Claims
Professor E Ray Lankester questions a boy known as Rowell and his wave finder claims. The mineral and water tests allegedly align with the boy’s indications, while critics deem him an impostor. The New Jersey Court of Errors and Appeals weighs a will directing funds to spread Henry George’s doctrines against existing law.
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E. Ray Lankester
Rowell
McLure
Yorkshire
Scientific American
Ee Mining Company
Ireland
Obeds
Bradstreets
New Jersey Court of Errors
Rye
New Jersey
Henry George
Cas
Court of Errors and Appeals
Windmill Advise On Aermotor Inertia Improvements
Attention Windwill Men desiring to purchase wind mills should investigate the inertia of the Aermotor latest improved with 35 percent more power. A 12 foot wheel equals the work of a 16 foot wooden wheel. For information and circulars write Horr Pucson Box 120 Tucson Antons.
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Horr
Silver and Chinese policy loom in Harrison era address
The document discusses Harrison's views on China labor immigration, Sino-American relations, and the need to manage silver coinage policy. It notes diplomatic conferences in Washington and Berlin and cautions against free silver coinage that would disrupt bullion values and business interests.
Harqua Hala mine work and Arizona frontier notes
Reports from Yuma and Apache counties describe Harqua Hala benanca midges operating on ore from Gold Mountain. Cushenberry protecting property at Pot Holes. hydrwalking facilities planned. News of the Ravenna mine, Colorado River Placer Mining Company gains, and local tax issues in Apache county accompany crime and sensational anecdotes from the region.
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Yuma County
A. G Hubbard
Hubbard
Iilm
Gold Mountain Mine
Das. Cushenberry
Rene Ny
Colorado River Placer Mining Company
Bedruck
Fragmented 19th Century Notice On Spirits And Goods
A garbled 1859 public notice advertises spirits including straight whiskey and imported wines. It mentions domestic and imported brandies, porters, fishers, and various foods. The text references Arizona, St Louis, and draught beer offerings with unspecified details.
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Fies
Grand Prize Skating Carnival to Be Held
The event titled Grand Prize Skating Carnival is slated to take place, with details and scheduling to be announced. Organizers invite participants and spectators to attend the forthcoming skating showcase and competition.
Christmas Eve Penny Prizes and Skating Exhibition
On Christmas Eve Tuesday December 24 1839 the event offers prizes including Lady Prizes for best brewed and antique vases and various small rewards. A Grand March skating exhibition begins at 9 30 with tickets on sale for spectators.
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Elvet
Grand
Public invited to join fire department event
Public invited to participate as all firefighters attend in uniform. Event details include ticket admissions and participation by identified managers and directors.
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Matte
Bob Henneseer
Rity Donkyn
Witt
Arte
Shipmeretto
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