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The copper era., 1906-05-24
Clifton s, MOrenci 7.

Clifton and Morenci crossed bats
again last Sunday with the result
that Morenci went down in defeat to
the tune of 81. 1t was one of those
games in which scores were easily
made and while there were many
errors, still the grand stand enjoyed
an exciting time. Morenci started
off by making two scores in the first
and two in the third, while Clifton
continued to pile up goose eggs, but
in the fourth inning Clifton started
the fireworks, making five hits.
which, combined with a few errors,
netted five runs. putting them in the
lead by one notch. Morenci tied the
score in the sixth by making one and
in the eighth they made two more.
This put the game rs in favor of
Morenci, in which condition it re-
manned until the last half of the
ninth, when Clifton made a quick
finish by scoring three runs: There
were several good plays made on
both sides during the game, but at
the same time there was some rotten
work done at times when it meant
runs.
In fact it seemed to be question
as to the result until the last inning,
when the news was conveyed to the
sporting editor of the Leader that
Morenci had lost again, and not with
the assistance of the umpire either
1t is indeed unfortunate that the
teams cannot employ an umpire who
will please the sporting editor of the
Leader, or one who will at least eX-
plain to him what balk really is, on
which he wasted so much space last
week. The fact of the matter is
that O'Brieu made a mistake in last
weeks game, which was acknowl-
edged by the the Morenci catcher
after the game. But even with this,
Clifton made enough scores without
the aid of that decision, to win the
game. 1t is true that the umpire
was off on his decisions as to bases
and strikes, which was not confined
to either side particularly and made
no change in the score. Guess Edi-
tor Dunseath will blame the weather
for the result of the last game.
Come on, now, and give the umpire a
square deal.
The fOllOWinO is the score:
The copper era., 1906-05-24
To Force Clifton TaiIOrS
to Adopt Union Prices.

beg The Independent Tailor
will scour and clean a suit of
clothes for IS cents: trousers %
cents. This cut of labor will
stand until the tailOrs of Cliff
ton come together and sign a
scale of union prices, which |
as mechanic of forty years
experience in the tailoring bust
ness can approve of. We must
have a uniform price all over
town. The above prices are
about - per cent of what the
work is actually worth, and is
done for the purpose of forcing
the tailors to adopt a uniform
scale. J. l.. FRIEDLIHP.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Miss Sarah Woodman, who has
been engaged for the past two terms
as teacher in the Clifton schools,
left Sunday last for her home, in
Boston, where she will spend the
summer with her mother. She will
go via New Orleans where she will
take Morgan liner for the Hub, and
will thus enjoy a pleasant sea voy-
age, having several times made the
trip overland. She will probably re-
turn in the fall to Arizona to con-
tinue in educational work.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

w. E. Spaw of Duncan; for many
years one of the most efficient dep
uty sheriffs of this county, in this
issue of the ERA formally Announces
his candidacy for the Office of sheriff.
He is au old time resident of the
ella valley and is well and favorably
known throughout the county. His
reputation as a peace officer is second
to none. and if elected he will no
doubt make a good sheriff.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

The irrepressible Frank Hudson,
who travels for the st. Elmo cigar
company, spent a few days in Clifton
this week. Frank states that the
general opinion in California is that
the disaster to Frisco will be of great
benefit to Los Angeles and southern
California. Many of the big firms
are moving from Frisco to Los An
geles to engage in business, while
thousands of people from Frisco are
locating all over southern Cdlifor-
mia. The disaster will also have the
effect of advancing wages all along
the coast and also in creating a new
market for supplies. Hundreds of
millions of dollars will soon be turned
loose in building and various enter
prises which will bring good times to
everybody.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Mr.. and Mrs. Wheaton Berault, Jr.,
entertained at a beautiful dinner
party last Thursday evening in honor
of Miss Marie Johnston, who is
spending a week with friends in
town. Covers we're laid for ten, and
crimson rambler and southern honey
suckle were used as decorations.
Those present were Mr.. and Mrs.
George Dudley, Miss Johnston, the
charming guest of honor, Misses
Bertha Anderson and Adeline BOs-
tick and Messrs. Baylor, Hinck and
Wacaser. The dinner was perfect in
every detail, and the occasion was a
delightful reunion of the members of
the house party recently given by
Miss Johnston, her mother and
brother, at the l. [ E ranch.
The copper era., 1906-05-24
METCAtF NEWS.

Sunday morning between l. and
O'Clock Luis Venabides was proba-
bly, fatally stabbed by Marcus Cald-
eron, who is in the city lookup await
ing result of Venabides, who was
sent to the hospital at Clifton.
James Baldwin returned from his
trip to the east Friday night. The
White Owl looks more like home
since Jim's return.
Wednesday morning about 1:30 or
, o'clock an attempt was made to
rob the Shannon store by E. Amayo.
But he was prevented from carrying
off any goods by the timely appear
ance of Deputy Sheriff Jack Bark
Nurse and Store Manager Riley, who
were waiting for the robber to make
his appearance. The robber effected
his entrance by means of window
which had been previously prepared
for that purpose. After Amayo was
locked up, he was interviewed by
Deputy Sheriff Dutch Keppler, and
70 Hill SQuGdlSu Ou HIS peil llISl III
crime, Palomon Soils, a clerk in the
store on the grocery side, where the
window was prepared. Soils was
afterwards arrested and both had
preliminary hearings, Amayo was
put under $3.50 bond to await action
of the grand jury but failed to repre-
sent, so was sent to Solomonville.
Soils was acquitted for want of evil
dence.
Col D. c. Hobart, one of the most
prominent citizens of Grant county,
N. NJ, arrived in Clifton last night
on a short visit to relatives and
friends. The colonel has taken an
active interest in New Mexico
politics for many years past, and of
couse is in favor of jointure. which
he says will carry in New Mexico by
a large majority. He has been in
terested in mining for several years
and is now promoting some deals in
Sonora, Mexico, which he thinks has
the greatest future of any country
on earth.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Miss Marie Johnston, accompanied
by Misses Adeline Bostick and Bertha
Anderson, left this morning for the
L Z E ranch on Blue river where
Miss Bostick and Miss Anderson will
remain for a couple of weeks as the
guest of Miss Johnston. Miss Bos-
tick and Miss Anderson expect to
spend the summer in Bush valley.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

There will be another barbecue and
dance next Sunday at Nick Coles
halfway house, to which all respecta-
bic people are INVITED. The last one
two weeks ago proved a grand sue
cess and those who attended had
most pleasant time. Good music will
be one of the features of the after
noon
The copper era., 1906-05-24
PURELY PERSONAL

RR -- 81
Mrs. John Grimes and sons visited
Hachfta yesterday.
Lee Hobbs took some prisoners to
Solomonville this week.
Mrs. J. C. Smith and children left
Friday last on visit to the valley.
Mrs. G. K. Reed left this morning
for Los Angeles to spend the summer.
Mr. and Mrs Frank Conner spent
a part of the present week in Ell
Paso.
Arthur Murphy, Jr., manager of
Ash Peak mines, spent Tuesday in
Clifton.
Mrs. Joe Terrell returned last week
from a visit. to her daughter at
Douglas.
F. A. Lyons arrived last week from
ST. Louis to accept situation in the
Shannon store:
Mrs. w. F. Hagah left Tuesday
morning for Los Angeles where she
will spend the summer.
Hon. Frank Billingsley, of Duncan,
spent yesterday in Clifton, and left
for home this morning.
AL. Kountz, assistant superintend-
ent of the Standard properties,
visited Clifton Monday last.
Mrs. John Grimes and sons took a
days outing yesterday by making a
trip to Hachita and return.
Miss Jennie Brutinel and Master
Wiley Dunn arrived this week from
Ell Paso on visit to relatives.
George Burkner returned this week
from the Gilliard Hot springs, hav-
ing been greatly improved while
there.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Stirrat left last
week for Scotland, where they will
spend the summer visiting Mr.. Stir
rats former home.
James Baldwin, of Katzville, re-
turned last week from Hot Springs,
Arkansas, where he spent several
weeks very pleasantly.
G. L. Coffee, secretary of the Ari-
IONA Cattle Growers association,
who spent few days of last week
here, has returned to his home in
Globe.
Mrs. H. G. Schafer and son left
yesterday morning for Lordsburg,
where they will spend a few weeks
before leaving for California to
remain for the summer.
Walter Prentiss, formerly with the
Shannon copper company, left this
morning for Peru, where he has &C
cepted employment with mining
company at Sierra de Pasco.
w. H. B. Kent, a supervisor of
forest reserves, is spending a few
days in town. He was ordered to
Frisco during the fire to instruct
people in the art of camping.
Mrs. Bingham, mother of Henry
and John Bingham, who visited Cliff
ton the past two weeks, left for her
home in California Tuesday. She
was accompanied by John as far as
Lordsburg.
John Fillerman was brought in last
week from the Coffee ranch on Eagle
river to be treated from a hurt re-
ceived from the horn of a steer. He
is improving rapidly and will soon be
around again.
L. G. Ames and f. o. Bacon re-
turned Monday last from Ash Peak,
where they spent several days very
pleasantly. 1t is reported on good
authority that there was a noticeable
scarcity of grub" at the camp be-
fore their departure.
DIR. and Mrs. Schell, of Tucson,
arrived in Clifton last week and were
warmly greeted by their many old
time friends. The doctor has been
located at Tucson for the past three
years, where he is well equipped for
optical work of any kind.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

The A. C. grocery department is
receiving the largest consignment
of flour that eyer came to Clifton
consisting of Club House, Diamond
NJ and Diamond II. After you try
sack of these noted brands of flour,
we feel confident we will receive
your future business.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

The Davidson dwelling at the
lower end of Riverside is being re-
paired and a rock wall placed around
the house to protect it from the high
water of the river.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

c. C. Collins is having a handsome
cottage built on Hills addition, which
he will occupy as soon as it is COM
The copper era., 1906-05-24

a grapevine wireless from the
Gilliard Hot springs states that Maj.
Latin is rapidly recovering from the
govt and will soon be in shape for
that political sprint with Colonel
Cleayeland of the Morenci Leader,
who also has a game leg, but he thinks
it will stand considerable amount of
exercise without soaking.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Dan Ming, d former well known
cattleman of Graham county, is now
residing at Fort Sill, Oklahoma,
where he is employed by the govern
ment. He spent several years in the
Philippines since leaving here, where
he was also in the government en-
The copper era., 1906-05-24

A number of republicans of this
section of the county would like to
see VIM. Acey again make the race
for superintendent of schools. He
came near winning two years ago
and is certainly entitled to another
try at it.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

There will be special service of
song in the Baptist tent. Sunday
evening, May 9th, at 7:45. 1t will
be musical treat. Come and bring
your friends.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

The Coronado railroad is just in re-
ceipt of seven improved ore cars, TO
which the road was greatly in
The copper era., 1906-05-24

The Gold Belt Development and Re-
duction company's camp is the scene
of great activity, they are at present
working fourteen men, building a
wagon road that will be finished in a
few days more, grading for the
12-H.P. gasoline hoist that will be
used in sinking on an SO-foot shaft.
Immediately upon reaching 100 feet
depth they will run drifts each way
on the vein, which shows up for 800
feet on the surface. all samples from
same have given high gold values.
Samples taken from other develop
ment work on the property have
given the management added conf
dence in their holdings and as con-
sequence the stock will be raised in
price at an early date.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Pres
byterian Church met at the home of
the president, Mrs. J. B. Elliott, in
Hills addition Thursday last, where a
most enjoyable time was had.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

There will be another game Sunday
between Clifton and Morenci. Mar
quez will pitch for Clifton.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Leon Godchaux, great sachem of
the Improved Order of Red Men of
the reservation of New Mexico, with
headquarters lat Deming. who spent
u couple of weeks in Clifton in the
interest of the local tribe, left Tues
day for Globe, where he will join
Wiley E.: Jones, great sachem of
Arizona. 1t is their intention to in
stitute a large tribe at that place.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Mrs. w. B. Foot and Miss Terrell
are spending the week at the Double
Circle ranch on Eagle river.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Messrs. a. S. and L. D. Green, the
we'll known Denver Opticians, will be
The copper era., 1906-05-24

zee Sue, an experienced caterer,
has recently purchased the Lone
Star restaurant, which he will at
once proceed to remoddle and put in
first-class shape. 1t is his ambition
to build reputation for furnishing
the hest meals in Clifton, and with
this end IN view he will spare no ex-
pense in securing the best the
market affords.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Joe Terrell, manager of the Double
Circle ranch, left yesterday morning
for Colorado Springs, where his
mother was reported dangerously i'll.
The copper era., 1906-05-24
MINOR MENTION

Richard Carr, a smelter foreman
at the Shannon, is taking a lay-off.
The copper era., 1906-05-24
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

hereby announce myself a candidate for
Sheriff of Graham County, subject to the action
of the regular Democratic county convention
GEO. B GAMBLE.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

There will be a dance at the
Academy tomorrow, Friday night, by
a number of the young men to which
the public is invited. Admission 81
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Some thing new, Nut Caramel Sun
dae. Have you tried one? a. c.
drug department.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

The force at the Standard mines
has been Increased to ITO men, many
of whom are employed on develop
ment work. A large dam is now be-
ing built short distance above the
property, which will store sufficient
amount of water to run the camp
from one rainy season to the next.
Two smaller dams were constructed
during the past few years which
stored a considerable amount of
water, but not enough to last during
the entire year. The Standard is
the first company in this section to
undertake the storage of water for
mining purposes, and it has made
such a pronounced success of the I'M
dertaking that no doubt others will
follow until there will be many lakes
all through the mountains of the
district.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

As an entertainer, Tom Hickey,
the socialist lecturer, seems to have
been quite a success. The lecture
was we'll attended and the socialists
were not compelled to apologize for
anything he said. After the lecture
there was a dance which lasted
several hours and was a most enjoy
able affair.
Concert tonight by Clifton Band,
A. NJ Whaples, director:
March. The Billboard
Klohr
Loves DEAN. After The Ball
Czibulka
(The Holy City-(by request) =. Adams
Cornet Solo, G. G. Brittingham)
War Songs of The Boys in Blue.
Lavrendav
Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
Mascagui
National Anthem. ..........
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Weak eyes, eye-strain, headache,
etc, positively relieved by glasses.
Eyes examined free. DIR. Schell, of
Tucson, Arizona's leading optician,
at Central Hotel, four more days
only, until Monday, May %.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

1 hereby announce myself as a candidate for
the Office of Sheriff of Graham county, subject
to the endorsement of the Democratic county
convention.
W E SPAW.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

The annual meeting of the share
holders of the Home Copper company
will be held at Morenci Tuesday
night next. This company recently
consented to bond its property for
S125,000, but the time has now lapsed,
and as the bond has not been taken
up the company will proceed with
the development of its property,
upon which it has already done
large amount of work. The company
is free of Indebtedness and will offer
small amount of stock for sale
which will be used in development
work.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Have you tried the Security flour,
Smiths store.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Fresh fruits-Don't forget Smiths
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Nice cool, well furnished adobe
rooms, just the place for day sleep
ing. Enquire of the Chase creek
shoemaker.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

New dry good arriving daily at the
Becker-F Franz Co.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Keep your head cool. Wear d
straw hat. The Hub has them.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Alex Veitch, for several years
general manager of the Arizona Cop
per company, accompanied by his
wife and daughter, left yesterday
morning for Scotland, where they
will spend the summer at Mr.. Veitch's
former home Many of their friends
were at the depot to bid them an
affectionate farewell, and to wish
them bon voyage, and safe return
to America at some future date.
1t is not Mr.. Veitch's intention to
give up his residence in this country
but he will take much needed rest,
after which he will return and again
take up mining. Since retiring as
manager of the Arizona Copper COM
pany there have been many tempt
ing offers made him from other COM
panies which so far he has turned
down.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Try SECURITY flour, then you will
know how.good it is. Smiths store.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

The Hub is showing wash ties
The copper era., 1906-05-24

"The house of leaders," Smiths
store.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Do not fail to consult Green &
Green the well known Denver
Opticians about your eyes. Their
popularity has grown with each visit
here. They will be here in June.
The copper era., 1906-05-24
LOCAL MINES AND MINING.

Dick Lakenan spent a few days in
Clifton this week. He reports min
ing as very active in the vicinity of
Gold Gulch, where his property is
located.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

VIM. Heating, who owns some eX-
cellent property in the Metcalf
country, spent few days in town
this week. He expects to soon COM
mence shipping from his mine.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

For sALE-A baby go-cart and bed.
Apply to Mrs. l.. G. Ames, South
Clifton.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Security lour-a car load just ar
rived for Smiths store. "The best
ever :;
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Col. Ben Crawford, of the Craw-
ford Gold Mining company, has been
spending the week in Los Angeles,
in consultation with the officials of
his company, on matters of import
ance to the future development of
the mines of the Gold Hill district.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

F. o. Bacon, of the Independent
Assay Office, spent few days at Ash
Peak during the past week and re-
turned we'll pleased with the pros
poets of the new camp. He returned
with a number of very handsome
specimens of silver ores.
The copper era., 1906-05-24

Flynn saddles and Studebake
wagons and buggies at the Becker
Franz Co.
Cheer up, cherries are ripe at
Smiths store.
Milford chronicle., 1906-05-18
AERoNAUTs DUMPED INTO RIVER
Nearly Lost Their Lives In Attempting

Nearly Lost Their Lives In Attempting
Balloon Trip to coney island.
New York, May 16.-While attempt.
ing trip to Coney Island in a balloon
Leo Stevens, an aeronaut, and Tracy
Tindell, his companion, were thrown
against the Palisades on the New Jer-
sey shore and dumped into the Hud-
son river. They were rescued by fish
ermen who had witnessed the acci-
dent.
The ascent was made in this city.
Mrs. Stevens followed the course of the
balloon in an automobile. Unable to
find a favorable current, Stevens de-
cided to descend near Greystone. The
balloon swept gradually down as It
crossed the Hudson river, but ballast
was thrown out, and as the Jersey
shore was approached the balloon be-
gan to rise. A sudden gust Of wind,
however, carried the basket against the
Palisades. 1t tipped sharply, and Ste
Vens and Tindall were thhrown into
the river. Mrs. Stevens witnessed the
accident. When the fishermen reached
the men they were nearly exhausted
from their struggle in the water.
Milford chronicle., 1906-05-18
Says Days crItIeIsm l. silly.

Detroit, May IA. =. Bishop McCabe
chancellor of the American university
at Washington, who came here to at
tend the dedication of the Grand River
Avenue Methodist church, took occa-
sion in an interview to say that Chan
cellor Day, of Syracuse university, in
his recent criticism of President Roose-
velt, did not represent the Methodist
church, either officially or in senti-
ment. Bishop McCabe characterized
Chancellor Days action as violent, un-
just and silly.
Milford chronicle., 1906-05-18
NILLED ONE AND WOUNDED FIvg
orink-crazed Telegraph Operator Runs
Amuck in Southern Town.

Drink-Crazed Telegraph Operator Runs
Amuck in Southern Town.
Atlanta, Ga, May 16. - Crazed by
drink and by disappointment in a love
affair, James H. Clark, telegraph op-
orator at the little town of Chamblee,
dozen miles north of Atlanta, began
rampage of crime. In less than "a
hours he killed one man, severely
wounded three others, slightly wound
ed fifth and clubbsd a sixth with a
shotgun, set fire to the home of one Of
his victims, and when surrounded by
posse shot himself through the
heart. Clark paid marked attention to
the niece of E. S. Purcell, but was dis
couraged. He went to the Purcell home
and demanded admittanee, which WIS
refused. He set fire to the kitchen.
and when E. S. Purcell and his son,
W. J. Purcell. appeared to fight the
flames Clark fired upon them, wound
ing both. Returning later. Clark made
another attempt to set fire to the house.
and when an attempt was made to
seize him he shot w. s. Mask, rail-
road station agent, in the neck.
Clark then fed to Dunwoody. He
went to the store of Nash & Cheek and
ammunition. The store peo-
pie had been warned by telephone, and
refused to sell the required cartridges.
Clark Immediately fired, killing Cheek
with bullet through the heart. He
fred also at Mr.. Nash, infiicting a
dangerous wound. He then ran to the
woods. On the way down the railroad
racks he met w. J. Coker, whom he
wounding him slightly. Off
ers were reused at once and hounds
we're put on the track of the insane
nan. He was seen in the roadway
ear Chamblee, and when he found
imself surrounded he ended his wild
areer.
Milford chronicle., 1906-05-18
Two Children Burned to Death.

Pittsburg, May 14.-In fire that de-
stroyed the residence Of Marcus A.
Woodward at Clifton, this county, two
children, Margaret, q months, and
Marcus, months old, were burned to
death. Their charred bodies were
found in the ruins when The Ara had
burned itself out The children slept
In an upper rear room. and the place
whereit the bodies were found was just
beneath where this room was located.