What Silver Really Costs in Mohave County Mines
The Mohave County Miner argues against a congressional claim that silver production costs under 50 cents per ounce. It contends silver is a bi-product of copper and lead mining, with many mines unprofitable at current prices. Since 1900 few pure silver operations remained viable, and only a few Canadian and Mexican mines show real output. The piece urges caution and asserts mining remains a risky but potential safe investment when costs are properly managed.
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Mohave County
Cong
United States
Canada
Mexico
Soldier anger grows as bonus hopes fade in Congress
Five million veterans and Republican leaders clash over no compensation for soldiers this session. The American Legion calls on Congress to honor pledges made last year while leaders claim relief must wait. Thousands of unorganized veterans press for action as about eighty bills loom in Congress.
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American Legion
Executive Committee
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Minneapolis
Legion
House Debates Compensation Bills Amid GOP Tensions
Fragments indicate discussion of compensation measures introduced in the House as Republican leaders face internal dissent. Some Republican members pursue bills driven by home sentiment, signaling potential fights within the party over the form and scope of compensation.
Tomorrow's Power and the Coming Energy Age
A fragmented piece discusses past whale oil dependence and the looming shift to high power transmission lines and storage batteries. It notes New England seas and future generations eyeing new energy sources, with water power hundreds of thousands of horsepower and lines extending hundreds of miles.
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New England
West
National Finances Promise Budget Helpline Ends Deficit
A Houston statement claims national finances have improved with deficits abolished and war expenses declining. Outstanding bonds near 3.1 billion are expected to be covered by incoming taxes and excess profits, while warnings urge restraint and economy to avoid renewed spending as Europe seeks to repay American debts.
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R Houston
United
Prand
As Ss
Europe
Congress
Ainder
Hope for the People Our Day Has Come
Fragmented prose shows a rallying call by the Middle Class Union urging a voice for ordinary citizens. The text claims political awakening, warns of extinction of the common person, and envisions petitions and unions as means to gain influence. It reflects a populist mood and desire for reform.
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York
Plas
Parental Care Guidance Promised by State Health Board
Statistics from the State board of health show 18 maternal deaths in early 1919 tied to childbirth and infant care failures. The 40 page booklet Parental Care from the State Health Department in Phoenix offers guidance to mothers on essential practices and medical advice.
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State Board of Health
Phoenix
Arizona
Ment
A Prospector Seeks Protective Association Formation
The piece notes that prospectors are organizing into associations to secure better prices for their supplies. It hints at a West Kootenay context and the general public’s lack of awareness of how such associations could reduce costs for burrels bacon and frijoles. Strong local tone suggests future details to come.
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West Kootenay
Children Bureau Proposes County Child Protection System
The United States Department of Labor warns that juvenile justice lags, with many youths jailed or tried with adults. It recommends a county level protection system, home and clinic study, and private hearings to shield children from hardened treatment and improve welfare. The report cites 1918 data and notes best results in cities over 100,000, urging reforms for small towns and rural districts. It also mentions censored films and a Spokane theater controversy as context for public policy debates.
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Children’s Bureau of
United States Department of Labor
Uni
Mmade
Prospector Association Aims to Boost Mining Efficiency
The Northwest Mining Truth reports the British Columbia Prospectors Protective Relation, led by KK Mulholland of Nelson, will seek to aid the mining industry by supporting prospector welfare and increasing efficiency through winter mining schools. The group aims to bridge capital and prospecting needs, influence mining legislation, and uplift veteran and new prospectors alike.
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Northwest Mining Truth
Follo
Kk’ Mulholland
Nelson
Kootenay
British Columbia
Miami
Four Eclipses in the Year Forecast by Weather Office
A weather bureau note predicts four eclipses this year. Two lunar and two solar events are planned with a total moon eclipse on May 2 and another total eclipse on October 27. A partial eclipse occurs on November 10, with timing linked to an eclipse day on May 17.
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Internment Weather Bureau
Govern
Health concerns drive land contest plea in Phoenix
James Martin says his wife and child needed constant medical care, forcing absences from his Casa Grande homestead. Louis Chirres accuses abandonment. Martin argues he established residence on the homestead in good faith, cleared 20 acres, made improvements, and left for California due to health reasons. He claims the contest was instigated for speculative gain with a $1000 asking price.
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Phoenix
James Martin
U. S Land Office
Louis M. Chirres
Chirres
Martin
Casa Grande
Stephen Heyburn
Ironstead
California
Death by seizure on Patagonia road found by driver
In Patagonia on February 21 Hugh Young of the auto stage between Patagonia and Warshaw found the body of Jose Jesus Acevedo aged about 18 on the road between Patagonia and Marshaw. Acevedo had been seen working on the road that morning and spoke to Young. He was epileptic and likely died during a seizure. A coroner's inquest, led by Justice Richard Farrell Harstiax, returned a verdict of death from epilepsy. Acevedo left an aged mother and sister as his only survivors.
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Patagonia
Hugh Young
Parker Canyon
Joue Jesus Acevedo
Marshaw
Mr. Young
Acevedo
Warshaw
Richard Farrell Harstiax
W. A. Hopkins
Tony Valenzuela
Richard Farret
Francisco Olevares
Lulalano Los
Charles Marshalls nomination for land office Phoenix
Senate committee favors Charles Marshall for register of the United States land office in Phoenix with approval expected this week. telegram from Senator Henry F Ashurst to John Irvin notes Irvin's resignation to focus on private business and estate firm ties. Irvin plans to relinquish his post soon to his successor.
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Charles Marshalls
Register of the
United States Land Office
Phoenix
Senate Committee On
Senate
Henry F. Ashurst
Johnn. Irvin
Register
Opposed withdrawal of 60000 acres in Coconino forest
Phoenix Feb 24 The American Wool Growers association and Arizona Wool Growers' Association declared themselves unalterably opposed to the proposed withdrawal of 60000 acres in the Coconino national forest and pledged to oppose any similar grazing area move. The special meeting included FW Pooler district forester and discussed grazing conditions and sheep drives across reserves. Prescott McNulty and Bride prepared to start ore shipments.
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Phoenix
Coconino National Forest
FE. Campbell
Arizona
Arizona Wool Growers’ Association
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Tombstone Daily Prospector
Cochise County
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Tombstone
Saving
A Prospector’s Protective Association
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Spokane
Irvin
Hoyes
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Pooler
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Forest Department
Prescott — McNulty & Bride
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