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The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10
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PRESCOTT, ARz., Sept. IA dis astrous fire occurred this morning which cost the lives of Mrs. Judge H.
 T. Andrews and servant girl named Celia Nysen. About three o'clock F. 8. Davis occupying the house owned by J. Nj. Aitlsen was awaken by dog and found the house enveloped in flames and escaped partly dressed in his bare feet. He gave the alarm and awakened the family of Judge Andrews in the next house. The fire depart ment responded promptly but the water lacked force and the fire gained rapidly. Nearly all the household effects in the Andrews house were saved, but, the house, also the house and contents in whieh Davis lived were .-s-ssv-s>ssspsed. Dr. E. ". Dntcher and James Austin who wera assisting in moving the goods from the Andrews house were both severely burned bout the head and face. Dr. Butcher sus- ttanea fracture q l1S -45sep anu dislocation of the ankle. D. A. Burke one of the proprietors of the hotel Burke nearly lost his life endeavoring to rescue Mrs. Andrews and the ser want whom he discovered as he was leaving the building, but finally lost them and was compelled to jump for his life. Those in front were unwill- ing to believe any one was left in the house as both Mrs. Andrews and the servant had been seen outside the house but apparently both went in un- observed for something forgotten. Mrs. Andrews leaves a husband and two children, 3 girl aged and baby. Both bodies were found in the front stairway terribly burned.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

It appears that Secretary Alger's much derided reindeer experiment has not turned out So badly after all. A considerable portion of the herd that was sent to Alaska has survived. Dr. Sheldon Jackson, superintendent of the government schools of Alaska, says that 3l2 of the 5S8 head died a Seattle and Haines, but the 226 deer that reached the moss of Alaska, fifty miles from the coast, are doing we'll. There is an abundance of moss, furnishing better pasturage than the reindeer had either in Lapland or Ireland.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

What would happen to American girls if the English laws of 1770 were in force here, provided, of course, that the witchcraft laws were in force7 In that year the parliament enacted :: That all women, of whatever age, rank, profession or degree, whether virgins, maids or widows, that shall, from and after the passing of this act, impose and betray into matrimony any of his majesty's subjects by scents, paints, cosmetics, Spanish wool, iron stays, hoops, high-heeled shoes or bolstered hips, shall incur the penalty of the laws now in force against witch . craft, sorcery, and such like mis- demeanors, and that the marriage upon conviction shall become null and void. "-[ Williams News.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10
"A Creat ZoolooicsI Garoen.

The Geological Society of New ork propose to construct what will probab- ly be the finest geological garden in the world in Bronx Park, New York The society expects to open the garden to the public in satisfactory way on May l, 1899. While the work is progressing with all due rapidity, the old and well approved plan of relieving biliousness and constipation through the benefci- eut agency of Hostetter's Stomach Bit ters finds general recognition. This excellent family medicine is a safe guard against malaria and rheumatism, and removes indigestion and nervous ness. It invigorates the system through improved digestion, fortifes it against disease, and counteracts the effects oi overworlx, mental or physical.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Last Tuesday evening about 6 o'clock a severe wind storm struck Casa Grande and caused considerable damage to roofs, windmills, etc. A sad acci- dent, whereby Bert McMurray, the 15-year-old son of E. F. McMurray was killed, was the result of the storm. He was driving an empty hay wagon towards town when it is supposed the wind struck and overturned it, catch ing the young man beneath. The horses and front wheels became de. tached and the animals ran away, When found the body of young McMurry was under the hay-rack stone dead, and badly bruised and mangled This sad accident caused a gloom tc pervade the entire community, as tn, young man was prime favorite. Int sympathy of everybody goes out to th, bereaved parents.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

The Hollenbecix is Arizona head quarters in Los Angeles. One day recently there were sixty people from our territory registered at one time at that popular hotel. Mir. Albert c. Bilicke, the proprietor, who formerly ran hotels in Florence and Tombstone, says another year he will have room fitted up where all the Arizona news papers will be kept-on file.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

The Heermans Sta tionery company Tucson, carries the largest and most complete stock of books, stationery, etc., in the Territory. Under the man. agement of MT. Paul Heerman, the well-known newspaper correspondent, it has become very popular institu- ton throughout Arizona. Mail orders promptly attended to.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

The following delegates from the eastern part of the county will be in the Convention to-day: Alex. Barker with two proxies from Mammoth Manen Kimbro from Oracle, John Dougherty from Table Mountain, J II. Durham from Hunton, and George Scott, John T. Bates and Peter Young from DudlevYille.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

At the Democratic primaries held in Florence last Saturday the following delegates to the County Convention which assemblies to-day were elected John c. Heating, R. W. Kersey, II. D. Cassiday, Chas. A. Whitlow, T. H. Harris, John NJ. Phy, Nicholas White, Wm. II. Cavaness, P. R. Brady, Jr.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Prof. J. Pike, of Jerseyvilte, Ill.,, and Mir. c. H. Jones, of Springfield, H., returned from Mineral Creek Sunday with Mir. w. P. Durham. These Illinois gentlemen expressed them selves as greatly pleased with the out look on the creek, and as result of their visit have become interested in some valuable mines located there. It was fortunate day for Pinal county when Mir. Durham decided to cast his lot with us, for he has been the means of inducing large amount of capital 10 be invested here.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10
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The announcement of Clay c, Hockett us candidate for the Republi. can nomination for Sheriff appears in this issue. Mir. Hockett is we'll known throughout the county, having beer engaged in the hotel and stage busi. ness for many years. His friends have urged him to make the race believing that he would make model officer il elected,
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

NJ. NJ. Hickey has leased the Woods Hotel in Casa Grande and will take possession on the 10th inst. He will leave with his family for that place on Tuesday next. Their many friends in Florence regret to see them leave, at the same time feeling that they are bound to make success in the hotel business.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Hon. Herbert Brown of the Citizen to-day received his commission as superintendent of the territorial prison at Yuma, vice John W, Dorring- ton, resigned. Mir. Brown accom- paDies Gov. Murphy to Yuma tonight to assume the duties of his office Citizen. 7th.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10
Seeretary.
Religious Notice

The Presbyterian Sunday-school will reopen tomorrow morning at 9:30 Notice the change of time.
 Christian Endeayor it p. m. Sub ject, Self-indulgence or Self-denial. l Cor. g, 24-27; Gal. 5, 1924. Leader, Judge Doan.
 Regular semi-annual business meet. ing of the Christian Endesvor Society st the Parsonage on Tuesday evening All members are urged to be present
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10
His Name for 1t.

."This is the parlor, eh ?" tentatively remarked the real estate agent, who was looking over the house.
 "Yes, replied the old man Kidder, *but usually call it the courtroom I've got seven daughters, you know. "
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Col. M. H. McCord came down from Whipple Barracl last night to make arrangements for the departure with his regiment for Lexington. Kentucky. where it has just been ordered.- Phoenix Republican.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Otto Roster, late of THE FLORENCE TRIBUNE. is taking in the sights of the city, and will go from here to Prescott. He hopes later to be able to reach San francisco.-E Phoenix Enterprise.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

c. F. Shilling, superintendent-of the Milwaukee and Arizona Mining com .pany, operating on Mineral Creek, spent several days in Florence this week. He has recently returned from a trip to California and the East.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10
Katie md Nellie spinas gave a fare

Katie and Nellie Spinas gave fare well party last Thursday evening at the residence of their parents on Bailey street, prior to their departure for school in Phoenix. 1t was very nice affair from all accounts, and was greatly enjoyed by those who partici- pated.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Our Rough Rider, George E. Truman, writes from Utica, N. Y., under date of September 2nd, that the Cuban campaign has about done him up, but he hopes to be all right soon under the kind care he is receiving. George has made hero of himself, and the peo- pie of Pinal county are very proud of him.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

According to the Tucson Star the Santa Fe company has purchased the north and south railroad, generally known as the S. F., P. .&P. The prop .erty will be transferred the first of the coming year.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

THE Prescott Courier comes out with brand new dress, and with characteristic modesty its editor, Colonel Ed. Rogers, had nothing to say about it. It would have been different in Phoenix, where the "toots" would have been anything but taxless.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Mrs. Thos. F. Weedin went to Tempe Wednesday with her daughter, Miss Emma Peyton, who will resume her studies in the Normal school. She was also accompanied by Miss Annis Heating, the charming little daughter of MT. and Mrs. J. G. Keating, who will return with her.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Florence has it's quota of bad boys who have busted themselves during the summer vacation by breaking, window glass in the school house. One of these days they will be caught and made an example of.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Articles of incorporation of the Whiteford Gold Mining company were filed with the recorder this week. They will be published in the TRIBUNE next week.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

The recent heavy rains played havoc with the canal, but everything is re- paired and in working order.once more, water having been turned in Wednes- day.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

c. NJ. Marshall, Jesse Mayhew, James Woods and w. W. Wilson were elected delegates to the Democratic County convention from Casa Grande.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

There will be meeting of the Red Gross Society at Mrs II. D. Cassiday's home next Monday evening. All mem- sbers are urged to attend.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

The TRIBUNE force is under obliga- etions to Mrs. Maggie Phy and Miss Mary Collingwood for some delicious ice cream sent in Thursday.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

The W. c. T. U. will entertain their friends at an afternoon social at the residence of Rev. I. T. Whittemore or Thursday, Sept. 18th, from five to eight o'clock. A cordial invitation is ex tended to all.
 MRS. ESTHER BRocKwAY,
 MRS. ABBIE B. KERsEY,
 Mss ELLA WHITTEMoRE.
 Committee.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

'resta at primary election: Are you 8 Democrat2" No proxies recognized except when held by delegate from the same pre- cinct as the person giving the proxy.
 W. Y. PRICE,
 Chairman pro tenn. II. D. CAssIDAY,
 Secretary.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Chas. A. Hall and P. B. McCabe, well-known mining men, came in yesterday to attend the county con vention as delegates, the former from sGoldfield and the latter from vekol,
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

w. P. Durham and G. A. Whiteford, the well-known mining men, left Wednesday for Los Angeles to be gone for some time.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Four miles of telegraph wire are down between Florence and Casa Grande, caused by the high wind storm Tuesday evening.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

MT. John Nets, principal of our public school, left for Washington, D. C., on the 1st inst. He will return in time to take charge of our school on sshe 18th.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Mir. and Mrs. J. i. Durham were down from Hunton this week.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

The scholars and teachers of the Presbyterian Sunday-school had a pleasant reunion It the parsonage Thursday afternoon. There were some .afty in attendance.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Prof. w. H. Lempker, the we'll known minerologist and mining en- sgineer, is here from Silver King as a deiegate to the Democratie County
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

c. D. Reppy returned from Califor- mia last Monday. Mrs. Reppy will remain in Los Angeles for time.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Prescott pollea 449 votes at the Democratic primaries last week, and Jerome nearly 500.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Miss Carrie Jageman retur ned to Casa Grande yesterday from her summer vacation in California.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Rev. I. T. Whittemore is expected home Monday from California.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

sunday-sehool will reopen to morrow after the summer vacation.
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10
Roscoe Chamberlin died in San Francisco on August Slst as the re-

'snlt O an operation Tor cancer of the known throughout Che county, and his death leaves a void in our midst.
 J. [. Arthur arrived the day before his death, and did ali in his power for the sufferer who was conscious to the
The Florence tribune., 1898-09-10

Democratic Primaries and Convention.
 Alta meeting of the. Democratic Cen tral Committee of Pinal County, Ari- zona, held September 25th, 1898, the Chairman pro tenn of the Committee was directed to issue n call, for the holding of Primaries on Saturday the 3rd day of September, 1898, between the hours of g a. m. and 4 p. m., to elect delegates in the precincts herein after named to the County Convention to be held at Florence, Arizona, on Saturday the 10th day of September, 1898, at 10 o'clocka. n. for the purpose of nominating candidates for county officers, electing five delegates to the Territorial Democratic Convention to be held ut Prescott Arizona, September lGth, 1898, and electing a County Central Committee to serve for two years from the date of tho Convention. Precincts will elect delegates as follows:
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Extract Iron ths speech of Rev. Ea' yenia st. Johns of Los Angeles, delivered at tbs woman's Parliament. held in Redlsnds April 27th:
 Woman should educate man to knoS and do better and hold him mo'e rs sponsible ior the protection Of weak snd dslenselsss childhood children should be we'll born and rightiully born; busi ness men and institutions should be mAds to pro,ec, and defend girls In ,hsi- em' p'oy women should not psuoniz. firms xbo do not do so; don't boycott, but use commoa seuse and practical application girls should have same pay for same work 25O. 900 g,rls 70 down annually in this Christian nation; teach girls how to protect themselves and guard against temptations; teach boys. too; they are carelessly guarded; many of our colleges
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Fourteen Spanish vessels were engaged in the Manilla battle against nine American. The names of the Spanish vessels are as fol- lows: Reina Cristina, Castilla, Don Antonio de Ulloa, Don Juan de Austria, Isla de Cuba, Isla de Lu. zon, Velasco, Elcano, General Lego, Marques del Duero, Argos, Manila, Generol Alava, Cebu, Isla de Min darao.
 The names of the American ves- sells are the Olympia, Baltimore, Raleigh, Boston, Concord, Petrel, Hugh McCulloch, Nanchan, Zafiro. The armament of the American fleet was much superior to that of the Spanish, and our gunnery was superb.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Mohave for years was known as the greatest silver producing county in Arizona, but today its produc- ton of gold is exceeding that of silver. Within a few years silver will become a by-product unless the market price exceeds that of the present time. Gold mines are be ing operated all over the county and as soon as the mills now in process of construction are in work ing order the production of the yell low metal will be greatly increased. The placer mines along the Colo rado river will add millions annu- ally to Mohave county's gold out put.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

The SpanishAmerican citizens of Albuquerque have adopted a set of resolutions expressing their un- bounded sympathy with the United States and offering their servIces and their fortunes in aid of our glorious country. Tle Spanish who are citizens of free America can never fight under the banner of a king.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Gov. McCord Wednesday pre- scented to the cowboy cavalry at Prescott a handsome silk flag. The presentation speech breathed of patriotism and good cheer to the boys who will carry the flag to vic- tory on Gu ,an soil. The people of Prescott contributed 1000s to SUD- ply our cavalry boys with good things to eat and drink while on their way to the war.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

An American cabinet officer says that the war will not end until the perpetrators of the blowing up of the Maine are delivered up to the government for punishment; that they will be followed into Spain and demand made for their sur render. If not given up Spain will be wioed from the map of Europe. This is the kind of talk Americans like to hear.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07
Notice to Creditors.

Estate of Edmund Burke, Deceased.
 Notice IS hereby given by the under. signed, Thomas Burke, administrator of the estate of Edmund Burke, deos ased. to the creditors of, and all persons having claims against said deceased. to exhibit them with the necessary vouchers, within four months after the first publication of this notios, to said administrator, or William Larkin, at the town o' KinRman, in Mohavs County, Territory of Arizona, the same being the place for ths transao, tiou of the business of said estate, in the County of Mohsve, Territory of Arizona, Dated May the 2d, ISys.
 THOMAS BURKE, Administrator.
 First insertion May 7th, 1898.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

People of all sh ,des of political belief will rejoice in the promotion of Fitzhugh Lee to be major general of volunteers. General Lee is one of the bravest Americans that ever held a commission and the presi. dent will do we'll to place him at the head of the invading forces
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

A brother of Gen. Weyler was captured on board the Argonanta, captured by the Charleston last Tuesday. It is not known what disposition will be made of the "butchers' relative, but it will be we'll to hold him and when Weyler himself is taken Tn we can have a double hanging.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07
NOTICE.
To the Public.

Notice is hereby given that Ieither my. self nor my interest in the Minnie, Beau. levard, Minnie Traction, Sheep Tr,il, or Boxdoin mini.g claims, situated near Union Pass, San Francisco mining di.. trict, Mohsye county, Arizona, will be rs- sponsible for any labor performed on said mines nor goods furnished parties work ing the same. FRANK HOLMES.
 Fort Mohnve, Arizona, Nov. 29th, 1891.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

The Prescott Courier is grooming gold bug Wilson for the race for delegate to congress. Wilson could not get ten votes in Mohase county for delegate if he was given the nomination by the democrats.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

The wild and wolly westerners are likely to be the first of the in- vaders to enter Cuba, as orders have already been sent out to have the company in readiness to land on the island by the end of the week.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Dr. Crewe of Chicago, must be in the employ of the transportation companies. He says that fifty tons of gold will be sent out from the Klondike this year. The chances are fifty tons of gold will be sent in there in stead of coming out.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Samuel Purdy, a pioneer of Yu- ma, died at that place last Tues day. Sam Purdy was one Of the oldest politicians in Arizona and in the early days of Tombstone was editor of one of it's newspapers.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Phenix has a new daily newspa- per--Daily Enterprise. The new paper is a four column, four page affair, but is the neatest and news fest little journal in Arizona. Long may it wave.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

The battleship Oregon, about which so much anxiety is felt, is said to be the heaviest armored yes sel in the world. Her armor plates are eighteen inches thick, and her armament is the finest of the new navy.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Spanish honor was vindicated in the bay of Manila, but it did not save their warships from destruc- ton. Honor and the ability to fight are two different things.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

N. A. Morford, of the Phenix Herald, was elected a member of the Phenix civ council at the cleo ton last Tuesday. Editor Morford is a bright man and Phenix will get the benefit of his progressive ideas.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Metropolitan newspapers must think their readers are becoming nearsighted as they now herald their war news with three inch headlines.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Buckley O'Neill is captain of one of Arizona's troop of cavalry and James H. McClintock is captain of the ottIer troop. The cowboys are noticeable by their absence. Few if my of the cowpunchers have volunteered and the two companies are male up of men from the towns and mines of Arizona. Quite a number of newspaper men and
 printers are among the volunteers.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

One of the striking things in the Hispano-American war is the re- quest of Nellie Grant.Sartoris that her son be given a comm.s .ssio" un- der General Lee; that in this war a Grant and a Lee should fight to- gether.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

The United States will have to eventually send out police force to apprehend the Spanish Cape Verde squadron. The squadron persists in keeping out of sight in foreign waters and extreme meas- ures will have to be resorted to.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07
The Spaniar1s have found that the American Pigs can fight.

James Parker, the slayer of Lee Norris, has been sentenced to hang on June Sd. Jim won't be kept long in suspense on that day.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

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Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

Under a new ruling of the land office the annual work will have to he done on mining claims sought to be patented for the year in which the entry is made. Heretofore final payment has been accepted by the department up to the last day of the year, regardless of whether the assessment work for that year was done or not. This ruling is a good one, as many companies allow their work to go to the last minute when an application for patent has beeu made. This new ruling will cause them to be more careful in future to see that the assessment work IS properly done.
Mohave County miner., 1898-05-07

The Pacific ocean covers 7s.01tS .ouars miles, the Atlantic 25. 5.OOo -oN ~ inc Ns5i,. rranean l 900 0J0