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The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The Peck Mining Company of Arizona has liquiolated its indebetness to the. Bank of Arizona, $27,000, for which certain stocks were hypothecated, the voting of which. at the meetings of the Directors, has been amat- ter of some dispute. This will change the stock in question into other hands, and, no douft, change the organization. We pre- sume it will end in the disbanding of the Arizona Peck O., and placing the whole management in the hands of the California
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

GONE TO THE SUNNY SoUTH.-Philip Kohlheyer, Nanky Phil), and Frank Sin gle hitched up and pulled out this morning for the southern part of the Territory Phil, in bonton family carriage, and Frank bringing up the rear with the baggage. It was about the most elaborate outfit, for two men, we have ever seen travelling. Phil finds the altitude too great for his lungs, which are not small, but given to bleeding, notwithstanding his healthy appearance and ponderous weight. Frank will stop at Humbug if he likes the prospect, and if not will continue on with the caravan. They have their minds eyes fixed on Florence. Phil is first-class butcher and cattle man, and Frank can cook steak or make pie equal to the best. We commend them to the Florentines
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

ISsrAIarroS.--0 the anniversary of St .Joln, the Evangelist, Dee. 2sth, the follow ling officers were installed in Aztlan Lodge
 No. IT for the ensuing Masonic year: E e. ". Curtis, W. M, Jul. N. Rodenburg <S. ws N. C. Shecklss. ]. "; E. J. Cook, Vreas; W. N. Kelley, Secy; Morris Goldwa-
 k, $. D. E. Gang, ]. D; Thos. Ruff, Mar Stewards; and Joseph Ehle, Tyler.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
xEw TEAR AT CAMP VERDE.

EprroR MiEER "A grand ball was given by the Verde Social Club, last night, in the vende Variety Thes which was hand scmely decorated M. Bags. arms, ever greens, and appropriate notices. A splen- did coIlation was served at l a. m. The 8th Infantry String Band discoursed sweet strains of music, fo the time of whica the merry crowd frippcti the fantastic toe until inc rays of the scu lit up the eastern hori- xon md sdmonished them that even pleas nc uaia6< lo csrficsl tocxcess. Maj. Brayton 1d viii, Capt Porser. Lieut. Whitney, and
 i&ek W3onloW and wife xes present. Rlkb nc exception. tan indiridpal under
 yueneo e tangIefoot whisky intruded
 sance. md, plith bowie knife in hand,
 tcncd to <neihilatc the whole party,
 bot kbx hi1 being srmmarily ''boossee' i c Huori<tos,sc, night have carried out zszh 4hreats oversthiDg passed of E B.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
The aBoy'sn have turned up again. Thi

The "Boy's" have turned up again. This time they presented themselves to Major Fowler, IA miles west of Maricopa Wells, on the Desert, and took f.om him all the money he possessed $2G5. They also took three mules, leaving him one that was valueless. These are evidently the same ones that con- mitted the recent stage robberies on the Tucson road. Hemp will catch them if they continue to follow up their nefarious under takipos
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The Yuma Sentinel claims to have only 43 paying subscribers in Yuma county. The Sentinel has more than that many in Prescott, all of whom appreciate the editors efforts to make the Sentinel lively, spicy paper. It is credit to Yuma county, and should receive the hearty support of every man, woman and child in that county for which it works hard and in a telling man.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

DANCE AT WHIPPLE.-A large number of the residents at Fort Whipple were joined last evening in celebrating the New-yea with hop, at the General Crook Club Rooms. The Hall, which has heretofore more spacious by an addition, for the ac- commodation of the band, which leaves more room for those who so often indulge Tn meeting and passing few hours in social conversation and rounds of the may dance. The lun ch spread for the occasion was cx- cellent, and the affair, in every particular, harmonizing and brilliant.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

UrDER TREATMENT.-Dr. A. P Hayne, Principal of the Inebriate Asylum, at San Francisco, writes to his son, Authur, As sayer, at the Aztlan Mill, that he has under treatment, at the assylum,, gentleman of intelligence, and gentlemanly address, by the name of Andrew ]. Moore. who was once Sheriff of Yavapai county. Arizona.
 The Doctor is rather pleased with his pa- tient, and seems to think he will get along all right
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

NEW YEARS CAiLs.--QuIte a number of families, in Prescott, received and enter tained their friends, yesterday, in the good old fashioned style of tour grandmothers' days" rcgaling them with cake, mince pie, egg nog, wine etc., and renewing the social amenities of the year. It is pleasant GUS tom, and one, We trust, thst will never die out
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

AN ArFRAY.-S. c. Miller received a let ter from Signal City this morning, detailing an altercation that took place between two employees of Miller Bros. on the 25th ut, at Aubrey Landing. Tim Harmon was severe ly punished by Dick De Katur, an old hand in this section, when Hannon drew knife and inflicted several severe wounds on De- Katur's abdomen. It is thought Dick can not live
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The money appropriated for constructing a wagon road from Phoenix to Globe City, is about all used up, and the road is only about half finished, so says the report of the Com missioners.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The Knights of Pythias, on Monday eve Fning fast, met for the purpose of electing officers for the ensuing six months, with ! tic following result: John Rarick, C. C.; James Guild, V. C.; n, A. Wilson. p: Paul Weber, K. of R. and - Alfred Allen, NJ. F.; II. B Sherman, NJ.
 E J. Dunn, NJ. A.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Davis, who stole Wells Goes blankets, and afterwards obtained horse from Bowers ranch, on the Agua fria, under false pre- lenses, was sentenced this morning in the District Court, to six months in the County ;ail and &f0 fine.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
q. Wi. clar is erectinr a huildinr at

!. W. Clay is erecting building at the cor.=er of Guricy and Mccormick streets for the purpose of starting store West Pres colt will soon have all the convenienccs she nerds, except bridges across the creek, and work on tho streets. and we cherish the hope ||llat the newly elected Mayor and Council, Twill not entirely neglect us on that score as tue old officers did.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

An ambulance with six fine mules at tached, left this morning from Fort Whip pie to go out and meet General Kautz at Gilson's ranch. The Generals mules are said to be played outr after their quick journey from here to Dos Palms, conveying Lieutenant Stevens, mother and sisters to that point and their return immediately, with the General and family, without rest. The whole party are expected in on the 9th.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
The McGinlsy famiIy, who

The McGinley family. who were enter prising enough some ten years since, to visit presesss, and give the citizens series of concerts. are about to return and perform similar. and in more modem characters. The troupe is now numerous, and composed of sufficient talent to warrant rs in stating that the people of Prescott will be highly entertained by this old company Nho hare bcen performing for D ycass on the Pacific Coast
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

That little sociable, last evening; was a very pleasant affair. Being given, however, by the two ladies who understand the modus operandi necessary to make everything agreeable, nothing less could have been ex- pected. That foatiag island was excellent, and disappeared like dew from the grass be- fore the morning sun.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

No WATER AT THE CROOK MT. Fisk, who has been engineering Masterson's mill, came in past the Crook mill, yesterday, and informs us that everything is frozen up along the East Hasayampa so that there is not drop of water running in the creek. It showed on him as he passed the head of Maple gulch. So that when thaw does set in there will be plenty of water.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Harry Braynard, brother to Judge Charles P Braynard, prominent lawyer at Red Bluff California, died at Sacramento on the 24tl, of December, while being carried to the hospital. Harry was bright but cratic, and fell victim to whisky and riotous liv- iuo
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
Doctor Reaglcs, for a number of veal

Doctor Reagles, for number of years connected with the army, as sergeon, arrived by stage this morning, from Camp Hua- chuaca. The Doctor tells us that considera- ble excitement prevails in the Southern DOT tion of the county, owing to threats, made recently by the Mexican bandits living on the border. He informs us that a rumor had reached Tucson that hostile Indians had attacked and killed 30 mexican soldiers at a little town in Sonora called Hannas.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Chas. McClintock left on the stage this morning, for Phunix, where he will perfect arrangements for the establishment of the Salt River Herald" It is a healthy !" climate for paper, and a section that much needs an institution of that kind.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

A DTvIDEND.--At meeting of the Di- rectors of the Bank of Arizona, held at their Office in Prescott, this afternoon Lewis, Kales, Gosper, and Butler--a divi- dend of five dollars per share of the capital stock was declared
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The meat merchants have found it quite difficult to wait on customers for the last few days, from the fact that s Old Boreas has taken possession of the fat steaks, and rendered them like so many huge powders. Milligan S Co.'S. sausage machine has even declared its unwillingness to tackle frost,y 4a1h
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Chas. E. Heenan has purchased the City Express from Win Garrett, and now runs that institution, which has proven great convenience to the people of Prescott, and a source of considerable profit to all who have owned if, from Peppers to Heenan.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

During the late cold spell we hear many inquiring fer good wood. Let our wood merchants bestir themselves and bring along tine fuel, and exchange the same for Uncle Sam's greenbacks, fresh from the press.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

William Jennings, for cutting Larry Tul- lock with Q knife, while the latter was un- Der arrest, was this morning provided with 1pdgings ip the County jail for term of 9ix months.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

We are sorry to state that Jacob Mingus yllo owned the Brewery at the Peek Mine, siied, today. at the residence of Nr. Lucas. His funeral will take place tomorrow at 2 o'clock.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Mfr R. DeKuhn, who has been attending to customers for several months at the Bos- ton and New York Store, has dropped out of the concern, so we are informed by Mr. DeKuhn himself.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

James Stewart, of the California and Ari- xona Stage Company, has arrived at his headquarters, in San Bernardino, from his trip to all important points on the Stage line in Arizona
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The MINER publishes Summons and Sheriff's Sales thirty-iye dollars cheaper than some other papers. Fifteen, to fifty, is quite and item, and one that should be re- membered by lawyers.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Good reports continue to reach us frcm the Moreno gold and silver mine, near the old Cruz mines, in Yuma county. We are owner of ten shares of the stock, for which we are under obligations to our friend and rustler D. S. Lusk
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

A very enjoyable party was given, on New Years Eve, at the residence of Mir. Sol Jackson, in Kirkland Valley, and was gene rally patronized by citizens from the sur rounding valleys.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

WANTED MT. Peter Brannen has re ceised the contract for furnishing Whipple with wood, and wants immediately several hundred cords for which he proposes to pay i, orood price
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Our newly elected councilmen, Spencer and Cornell, are both young men of good business qualifications; just the kind of men to look out for the interests of the in- habitants of Prescott.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Major Brayton tine iire Commander at Camp Verde, arrived home from an sx- tended visit to the States, only five or six days since, and has already outfitted and put into motion scouting party with orders to give that section of our Country 6 thorough
 examination, known as Tonto Basin.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Owing to the heavy snows, and inclcmency pf the weather in general, MT. Haace with
 Dis OK teams has found it quite difficulty to Furnish sufficiency of wood at Whipplc, where he is the contractor.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Mr. Caldwell has secured vacant lot near the brewery of J. N. Rodenburg, where he will start lumber yard, ard proposes to sell at rock bottom prices.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Rockers cattle drivers have been "taking in some of our neighbors cattle. Miller < Bros, l.. A. Stevens and Ed. W. Wells are the sufferers. Investigations will follow.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

J. R. Darroche, who has been five months in Humbng District, has come to town, and signed number of bonds, including the Oneida, Chenango, Huron, Maggie, Georgie, Maid Queen, and Rescue, which Charles Pletz took with him to California, with a view to organize capital to develop them. Darroche gives good account of Humbug. The weather is much warmer than here. and money quite plentiful. He is in copartner- ship with c. A. Carpenter in prospecting and the location of mines, and are not so hoggish as to ask fortune for an unde- velopcd mine. They have hit upon the right plan, which is to sell at prices that mining men can afford to pay.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

ScHooL.-We are informed that our school will be started up on Monday next, on the programme lately established, that of Graded School. Mir. Sherman, the very efficient teacher, who takes lively inter- est in the success of his scholars, will be assisted by his sister and Miss Kethro, both we'll qualified for the position, and general favorites with the scholars
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The new Peck mill, it is expected, will start up in full blast within week. She blew her whistle few days ago, and signi- fied her readiness to pitch into any sized dump pile that may be shown her.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Em,TY.-Charley Yates has soft thing for while, at least, as we understand there are no indigcnt sick now claiming tine bene- its aceruing to that class of unfortunates, under his contract with the Boardof Super visors, and still the pay goes on, all the
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

great many thousand dollars worth of merchandise due here for some time since, is detained on the route between here and .Ehrenlscrg, owing to the bad state of the roa<fs
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

On Monday evening, MT. McCusker re- turned from trip to the Peck and other mines in that section, and represent mining matters as looking up. The Peck mill is about ready to commence operations, when finances in ard around Alexandra will be r,ev
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The old Art Gallery is receiving thorough overhauling and renovating by Charlie Yates, the heacy contractor. Charley is fix ing up dining room with all the modern
 improvements, and has invited some of his old friends of the MINER office to call and partake of duff dinner with him. NIT. Yates understands the art of getting up these delicate dishes, and as he proposes to manufacture twice week. it is more than probable at.visitors will be numerous on these days when the extras arc spread out.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Jim Kelley, resident of Whipple, and we'll thought of by all who knew him died on NJ onday last, from injuries received while fRhting with vicious COW, and this ended his dogship's career in this earthly sphere.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Raible the hedUiest Brewer in Prescott has about completed his new drying kiln, which has capacity of receiving and easily dry ing ton of barley at time.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Colonel J. D. Wilkins has returned from his official trip to San Francisco. by stage this morning. having safely landed the pris- oners he took to Angel Island for confinement
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

R. H. Steadman, one of Verde's prom isiDg young men, is in town. and gave us a call to-day.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

c. Gerard who lives in quiet way on Gran ite street, and dispenses the finest liquors to be found in Prescott, has new advertisement in the MINER to-day. We noticed in his store room over thirty varieties of wines be- sides all the different brands of Whistles, Brandies, Ales, etc., Gerard sells cheap, and the genuine article. It would make a lover of the '.juice smile" to behold his large assort- ment nicely arranged in his store room and collar
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The O. tS A. Stage has been having much hard work to perform during the last two weeks. Heavy roads and cold weather.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Tom Roddick has been offered $fs5, 900 for his Josephine mine, in Pima county, by Sacramento company. Tom is an old Ia vapai boy. and we only hope that the report may be true
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

John ". Simmons, one of our best wealth CT prophets, predicts good year for crops this coming season.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Mir. N. P. Pierce, who returned yesterday from Mineral Park, with Lyons and Lewis, informs us that snow is equally deep in Mohave County, about the Park, with Ia rsls,ai
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The recent cold weather has necessitated the suspension of work on the new County buildings, for the time being. When men and material once more thaw out the ball will roll
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The short days have passed, and the lengthening of the time "old Sol" remains with us, daily, is quite perceptible. We, who havn't many clothes, long for the warm balmy days of spring.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The Black Warrior Mining Company are having their certificates printed, and the stock will soon be issued
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Masterson's two-stamp mill is pounding ;sss.< Goodwin orc, and the result is
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.
WEDNESDAY.

Gus Ellis has returned to Eureka, Hum boldt Bay, Cal.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Several loads of fresh hay arrivesl in town to-day from Williamson Valley. and com man led ready salc at 70 per ton.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Lots of Hardware and Tinware yet for sale at Campbell,s, at 50 to 100 per cent less than former prices
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

J. II. Sanford is busy, to-dxy, drawing up ds,eds to three lots which he has sold. The ground is on granite strcet, centrally located, and brought good price.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

All kinds of merchandise has been re- duced 9 per cent, during the last thirty days, by the merchants of Prescott.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

PoRT OF ESTRy.-A new port, tMexican) has been opened to traffic about fifty miles besow San Diego, in Todos Santos Bay, Low CT California. and Custom House estab- lis;laed with Jose Piayo Coma as collector.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

campbelr's Is the place to buy goods for Cash, cheaper than anywhere this side of San Francisco.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Brown Brothers of the Prescott Foundry, are busy adding valuable improvements to their iron works.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The first day of 1878 came on Tuesday, and the last day of the year will end, also. on Tuesday.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Cornilio Ramos, an old citizen of these parts, is in town from his home near Black Canyon.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
Frsday,s News.

The Internal Revenue collections for the year 1877, amounts to something over $Is,- 900.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Judge French has taken rooms in the school building, upstairs.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

THE VILLAGE ELEcTIoN.-The whole number of votes cast at the Election yester- day was 237.
 For Mayor-Nathan Ellis received HIS, and \. J. Mason ll3; Ellis majority, ,.
 For Council-C L. Spencer, l90; Robert ,ronnell, 159; E. Stahl, U, and Dr. o. Lin coin 49. Spencer and Connell are elected.
 For Marshall. NJ. Dodson received 113 votes; Geo. E. Brown, 95; and Joe Price, 2S. Dodson is elected.
 For Assessor-John F. Meador received TO, and Frank Murray 5s votes. Meador's majority 1l2.
 For Village Treasurer-W C. Bashford received 150, and J L. Fisher s4 votes Bashford's majority, 66.
 For Pound Master-A. c. Bronx received the highest number-20, and was elected.
 The newly elected officers will enter upon their duties on Wednesday next.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Teams wanted, immediately, to haul lumber to the Tipfop mine. Enquire at Bowen, Knowels < Cos q
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The best package of ground coffee at 40 cents ger pound st Bowen Knowles & Go. Try it.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Latest quotations place Tiptop stock at from $I 20 to &f go per share.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

T. w. Otis, unconmonly veIl-selecsed stock of Toys too late for Christmas bat not too late i' be sold chaaD.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
THURSDAY.

My own Bright Navy Cherry Tobacco at 30 cents per pound, at Bowen KnowleE & Go.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

You can buy all sizes of Rope % per pound ct Bowen Knowels & Co.'S. Cheap Cash Store.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Nss se gse rsaseaian n pssess q ths ssers ef l.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Don't invest dollar until you have visited the store of l.. Eashford & Co.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

Hollday eoods very eheap 2. !. BashfOrd $ Co's.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
esq REWARD.
Two Nsres Lo1s

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 viii p.y 80 for sheis delvuy tp Gideon Eroe<e sf the Plaza 81s1es- E. C. l<zE<.
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The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
CARD.

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The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04
Postofnce Letter List.

List of letters remaining in the Prescott Postoffice, Yavapai county, Arizona, for the week ending January 9th, 1878:
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

The above named persons VIII please call - T. " OTIS. P. ,l.
The weekly Arizona miner., 1878-01-04

We claim to have reduced pri- ces so that poor man can live, and in liew thereof we ask the patronage of the public.