Bisbee Notes from January 1899 Mining and Local Matters
Weather and road conditions reported with rain across southern California and local improvements at the Turkey Track range. Packard Cattle Co expands fencing and landholdings, while town activity includes shop renovations, new stable facilities, and ongoing road and railway maintenance. Officials consider assessor vacancies and court notices, with social events like the Rathbone Sisters ball and reports of mining interests, surveys, and plans for a Paris exposition exhibit.
Copper Production in 1898 Reaches 548 Million Tons
The 1898 United States copper output totaled 548 367 795 long tons, up 16 177 074 tons or 3.2 percent. Montana and Lake Superior led production, with Arizona showing a dramatic rise credited to major mines and improved transport and higher metal prices. A Philadelphia syndicate is examining the Moor mine at Pearce while local health concerns and grippe notes are mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
MIT
Montan
Lake Superior
Arizona
Montana
Michigan
Enginerring
Arizona Copper Company
Detroit
Copper Qucer Consolidated
United Glob
United Verde
Death by Own Action Guides Tragedy in Cochise County
Ed Thompson’s death by self destruction is probed by the coroner jury. Testimony suggests he acted under mental strain from business matters, with notes indicating he planned to end his life. He reportedly used poison, leaving instructions, and had many friends who mourn him in Cochise County. Burial occurred in Tombstone cemetery.
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Ecoronors
Thompson
Itill
Cochise County
Tombstone
C.H. Langpsap
C. Scrivener
Scrivner
Arizona gold boom leads in line of states
The article notes Arizona ranks fifth among gold producers behind California Colorado Montana and South Dakota and may soon lead. It also mentions a 50 percent year over year increase versus Alaska, plus development yet to come in Arizona.
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Artem
California
Colorado
M Tana
South Dakota
Arizona
Alaska
Gore
Aricona
Copper Mining Heads of the United States in 1898 and 1899
A survey notes copper mining strength in the United States with 1898 output at about two thirds of world production and a shift toward increased domestic consumption and exports. It cites Nogales and San Diego as entry points, mentions prices, and references George Mitchell's views on copper smelters. The piece reflects on broader economic trends and future outlook.
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Arizona
George Mitchell
Cup
United Worde
L. A
Imea
United States
Dr Pierce's Favorite Remedy Adverts and Claims
An OCR fragment advertises Dr Pierce's remedies for women and babies, promoting Dr Pierce's Prescription, Pleasant Pellets, and related products. It claims benefits for pregnancy, lactation, and stomach liver and bowel issues, with pricing noted and a mailed offer for paper covers and samples. The wording touts numerous testimonials and recommends honest dealers.
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Vierer
Totare
Dr. Pierce
Emer East
Atlegheny Ca
Pac
Dr. Meres
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Sweet
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Ays
Mezies
Bla. Packard
J. W. Vickers
Walter L. Vail
Turkey Track
Seph Schwartz
Corrie Ie
A &Se
Fairbanknd Benson
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Palmerlee
Humphrey and Co
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Ervisor
R.W Burrin
Tombet
J. Haston
Aber'ine
Ames Wolf
I. W. D. Jones
W. D. Jones
Francisco
Annie Miller
Fer Willcox
Baum
L. Zeckendorf & Coot
Tucson
Besemer
Rathbone
Geo. J. Roskrage
S Terdey
Tie Heme Im
Mow Palace
Upper
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Burimeas
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P.L Smith
Willcox
Nuco
J.W. Vietera
Wm. Humphrey & Co
Joseph S Hwarts
Huachucas
J.B. Rockfellow
Shibley
Ek. A. Battenfield
Liedallen
M. Hymes
Boston & Montana Mining Co
Boston
Packard Cattle Co
Marcus P. Hayne
Promi
Minneapolis
Minn
Hayne
Board OF Supervisors
Nineteenth Legislative Assembly
Territory of
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Asseseor
Thie
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Janine F. Desxean
Tennetons, Jan
M. Prevens
R. W. Barr
John Montgomery
M.C Benton
C. W
W. A Harwood
Lla. m
Beard Etands Et Recere
Joan Henninger
Paul A. Demarteet
H.E. Maxson
Norang
W.L. Long
James S. Wood
Luther C. Toney
W. L. Long
Mra. M.A. Allred
Pearce
B. W. Wickersham
George Bravin
W. R. McComb
M. Gray
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H. L. Robey
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T.M. Vaughn
Purecrest
James F. Duncan
Mrz. O'Laughlin
J. H. Tevie
Bowie
J. V. McCourt
Ficate
T. M. Vaughn
Cacrene
Spa
Spa Wilde Schmeher, Notary Public
Notary Public
Frank Hane
R.W. Barr
James F. Deseay
NcDorough
Globe Tore
Grippe
J. V
Mr. Vickers Ie
Paris
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Copper King Co
Barrett Group
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Aona
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Imbatone
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Santiago
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Broadway Hotel
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Silver City
DM. Barringer, Jr
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Mexico
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Meniace
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Arix
Texas
Portal Nogales
Ariz
Ales Paw
Tex
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