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The copper era., 1907-12-05
MECHANICS DISCHARGED.
All Hands Laid Off With Invitation to
 Re-enter Shops.

Negotiations pending between the Arizona Copper company and me chanics employed in the bollermaker, blacksmith, moulder and machine shops, in reference to slight reduc- tion in wages, came to a sudden end ing last Saturday when notices were posted in the above departments an- nouncing the discharge of all men. A cut of twenty-seven cents per day was proposed in the mechanical de- partments on the first of November, when all other employees were re- duced in wages. These departments, however, expressed their refusal to accept the cut and the matter was taken up and decided by the board of directors of the company, with the decision that the mechanics will be treated the same as other employees of the company. The posted notice extended an invitation to those who desired work to apply to the master mechanic Monday morning. Few of the men have as yet gone back at the new wage scale, but the most of them still remain in camp and it is possible that matters will be strengthened out in a comparatively short time. About thirty-fve men are involved in the matter and the difference will not amount to BIO a day. The difference is so small that it is reasonable to suspect an early settlement. The mechanics as a gen. eral rule are reasonable in dealing with their employers. On Monday the most of the men called for their time and were paid up in full in cash.
 The Shannon Copper company fol- lowed the same policy as the A. C.. the early part of this week and the mechanics drew their time and were also paid in cash.
 The ERA has hopes of being able to announce next week the mechanical departments of these companies in full operation. No propositions have as yet been presented, but if the men go back it will no doubt be with the understanding that as soon as copper takes a raise the old wage scale will be enforced again.
The copper era., 1907-12-05
CIeayeIand Shines at Morenci.

An Argonaut and a participant in all stirring events since "49" Con- modors H. N. Holway is one of the most interesting and honored citizens of Morenci.
 It goes without saying he is well comed everywhere but when he ap- peared at the masque ball last week masque an effort was made to escort him to the gallery but the commodore was obstinate and would not leave the floor. However, his obstinacy came by proxy as he was imperson- ated by MT. J. Fred Cleaveland. It was one of the best features of the evening. Mir. Cleaveland had ob- tained access to the commodores room and fitted himself out with a complete suit even to turndOwn collar, generous necktie, watch chain, pipe and match box. With few ar tistic lines, a touch of high color, false mustache and gotee, the features were made true to life. The walk and gestures were SO perfect that no one doubted the enthusiasm of the commodore in attending the ball in his mining clothes.
 At one time it looked as though the commodore would be thrown out. He had forgotten when foraging to extract a little change. The door keeper said "I am from Missouri: no drafts on Fred Cleaveland or checks of your own go with me-" However the bank cashier said the commodore was good for the price of admission, and this alone saved MT. Cleaveland from eieCtment.
The copper era., 1907-12-05
JAMES COLQUHOUN
Resigns as President of A c. Company
 November 30th.

With sincere regret we have to an nounce that Mir. James Colquhoun has resigned as president and general manager of the Arizona Copper com pany.
 For nearly quarter of century he was an active agent of the company, and an honored citizen of Clifton. He came here in the bloom of youth in the spring of 1883. He was the ar chitect of his own fortune, having made his way from the post of as saver to the presidency of the com pany. As president he did things. He accomplished results and made good the hopes of his friends. When he took charge he found the company on the verge of dissolution. He in- fused new life into it and soon there after it paid dividends.
 Like an able general he was not afraid to surround himself with a staff of efficient assistants. Those chosen were: J. G. Hopkins, a tinan- cier, in business dexterous, L. Fraisi- net, store manager, H. J. Simmons, superintendent of the railroad, Paul Nichols, stationed on the Longfellow hill,. Alex Mclean, at the Metcalf mine, and Emil Schumann, master builder everywhere. Their success today, each in his own line of busi- ness, proves the wisdom of his selec- tion. Delicacy forbids naming those who still retain their positions with the company. He is a good judge of men, and he has keen faculty of observation which meyer overlooks anything. He possesses rare social qualities as we'll as intellectual abil- ity. As a companion he is the de- light of his friends, and no man has better or truer. He has stood for many years the foremost mining en- gineer of America. without the need of praise to, gildr his reputation, for it is known of all men.
 His poise and judgment have been tested and vindicated in long sue cession of mining operations. If you seek a monument of his work and  worth look around the smelters, the teaching plant, the railroads and the mines at Clifton, all testify to that, and are more eloquent in his favor than worlds can convey. From the Arizona Copper company every good word is his by right of faithful service, and to conserve its best inter- ests it should invite him to a seat on its board of directors. In the mean time we shall indulge the pleasing anticipation of-seeing him often in Clifton, where he will ever be wei come to our homes and hearts.
 His successor has not as yet been selected.
 It seemed like old times to see such d large crowd at the skating rink last night. Ladies and gentle men desiring to learn to skate will be l assisted by the. Instructor.
 Dressed, turkeys for Christmas din- ner is where we shine. Book orders early with Clifton Meat and Cold StOraUe
The copper era., 1907-12-05

People should be careful in keeping money around their premises during the present time. There are always people looking for such opportunities as are afforded now. They know that people are not putting their cash into the banks. Hold-ups and burglaries will be of common occurrence the next few months.
The copper era., 1907-12-05

BOTH large companies of Clifton are having trouble with their mechanics in adjusting a new wage scale. The companies propose to cut wages in mechanical departments about twenty-seven cents per day, in order to inaugurate the same treat ment in all departments. The com panies have discharged all mechanics and will rehire them at the new scale. The country is full of idle men, but so far no new men have been secured and the old ones are taking a rest. However, the question must be settled eventually and this is about as good Il time as any to do it.
The copper era., 1907-12-05

SENATOR Hansborough, of North Dakota, is preparing a bill for the establishment of a central bank of issue. He says the business of issu- ing notes should be taken out of the hands of the banks and put into the hands of the government.
The copper era., 1907-12-05

A CHICAGO special states that tAere 4f5s been a ten per cent con- cession m the price of fresh meats by the packers Of that city. A reduction ofstweuuy per cent in live stock is als0 reported.
The copper era., 1907-12-05

THE comptroller of the currency will supply s5O,OOO,OOO of additional as a result of the recent order of the secretary as to bond exchanges and the operations conducted under it.
The copper era., 1907-12-05

Professor Prettyman, of the opera house, announces that he has had sev- eral of his best entertainments; booked for December, cancelled.
The copper era., 1907-12-05

THE outgoing passenger trains are usually crowded with Mexicans, who have gathered their savings and will spend them in Mexico. This is the case with those who do not live up their earnings as fast as they make it As they go so will they come back in a comparatively short time.
The copper era., 1907-12-05
For Eczema, Tetter and Salt Rheum

The intense itching characteristic of these ailments is almost instantly allayed by Chamberlain's Salve. Many severe cases have been cured by it. For sale by all druggists. J. A. Billingsley & Co. have a nice stock of Christmas turkeys.
The copper era., 1907-12-05

For a fine juicy steak, leave orders with the Clifton Meat and Cold StOr- age company.
The copper era., 1907-12-05

Refreshing hot chocolate anC vanilla wafers at A. c. drug depart ment.
The copper era., 1907-12-05
BETTER AND BETTER!

Consonant with our persistent efforts to have for our patrons every possible mod ern drug store feature, we have added a complete HOT SODA EQUIPMENT. No Pharmacy in the wide country is better equipped to serve hot, bracing winter bev- erages than we now are. You may call for your favorite hot beverage and be certain of finding it exactly to your taste. Ladies will find cup of our hot Chocolate or Boullion extremely gracious when down or up town cold days. Here is partial list of beverages, but we have many others: Hot Clam Boullion, Hot Chocolate, Hot Tomato Bullion, Hot Beef Bullion. We again assure our patrons that nothing but the very purest ingredients are used at our Soda Fountain, and pristine cleanliness rules absolute in every nook and corner. A, C, DRUG DEPARTMENT
 IT PAYS TO COME HERE FIRST
The copper era., 1907-12-05

William F. Petty and Miss Clara B. Mcdonald were marrled at Phoe- nix last week at the Catholic monas- tery by Rev. Father Novatus. Both of these young people are very well known in the city. MT. Petty for some time past has been employed as head salesman of the Alkire con- pany, and Miss Mcdonald has long been one of the pretty "hello" girls. Immediately after their marriage MT. and Mrs. Petty went to house. keeping at A North Third street. Republican.-Miss Mcdonald spent several months in Clifton last year and has number of friends here.
 The Royal Fire Insurance company engaged s750,OOO of gold in the Lon don market for shipment direct to Chicago. The transaction, which was conducted through the First National Bank of that city, is an un- usual one in that the financial history of Chicago does not show where an insurance company has ever before imported gold.
The copper era., 1907-12-05

Dressed, turkeys for Christmas din- ner is where we shine. Book orders early with Clifton Meat and Cold Storage
The copper era., 1907-12-05

It seemed like old times to see such a large crowd at the skating rink last night. Ladies and gentle men desiring to learn to skate will be assisted by the Instructor.
The Washington herald., 1907-02-03
OIL PAINTINGS IN PLACE.
Pictures to Form Display at Cor
cOran Gallery Are Hung.

Preparations are complete for the exhi-
bition of contemporary American OIL
paintings 10 be given in the Corcoran
Gallery of Art, from Wednesday. Febru-
airy 6. to Saturday, March Q, inclusive. As
has been the expectation and hope of the
trustees of the art gallery. the exhibition
will in every way be the greatest and
most magnificent ever given in this city.
The pictures are all hung and every
thing is in readiness for the opening.
Wednesday will be press view and var
nishing day. and the gallery will be open
from 10 a. m until 4 p. m. Exhibitors and
members Of the press only viii be ad-
mitted to the rooms set apart for the
special exhibition on this day.
Thursday evening at . o'clock the pri-
vate view and reception will be given.
The exhibition will be open to the public
from Friday, February S, until its close
In March
Every one of the pictures belonging TO
the gallery has been taken down TO make
room for those on exhibition. About 400
pictures have been hung. including The
Four Doctors" by Sargent, which Gre
ated much favorable criticism 81 London
recently.
No change in the rules regarding the
admission Of the public will be made
The gallery has been closed since jan
uary o last, when the hanging Of the ex-
hibits was commenced.
ne exhibiti is confined to original oil
ntings. ny wing American artists, not
,efore public exhibited in Washington.
The Washington herald., 1907-02-03
DEMANDS TO BE RELEASED.
Emily STurdocII, Confined in Hospital
for Insane, seeks Liberty.

for Insane, Seeks Liberty.
Churchwen O. Chenault yesterday peti-
toned the District Supreme Court to issue
a writ Of habeas corpus to William A
White, superintendent Of the Government
Hospital Tor the Insane, TO produce in
court Emily Murdoch. an alleged Iunatic
Attorneys Charles Bendheim and Ed
ward Forrest state in the petition that
their client is being detained without
legal warrant or authority, and that she
has been confined at the asylum for the
last five years. 1t is said that on January
"a, 1862. Emily Murdoch was. on a petition
of one John NJ. George, stated TO be a
stranger TO petitioner. and on af1davits
.of Drs William +. Wagner and John w.
Shaw. arrested and detained without
authority. II IS further stated that on
January II, 1902, on the testimony of
these physicians. their client was ad-
judged to be a lunatic before Justice Bar
nard, and was placed in the safekeeping
Of the asylum by his order.
Miss Murdoch is stated 10 be sane now
and mentally capable of taking care Of
herself and affairs, and demands to be re-
leased from the custody Of St Eliza
beth's.
The Washington herald., 1907-02-03
FAILS TO SEE HIS SHADOW
Ground Hog Thinks He Discovers
That Winter Is Over.
ArctOmys MOnaX Is Wrong for Once,
Says Weather Man, Who Pre-
diets Cold Wave.

The ground hog came out yesterday,
turned around. walked about, but did not
walk right back into his hole again. He
was looking for the sun, but he did not
see him. Consequently. the ground hog,
the people, and the weather man are
happy. But. incidentally, the weather
man makes the claim that the ground
hog IS wrong for once in his life. He.
the weather man. says there will be more
cold weather, and lots of it. Neverthe-
less, the actions of the ground hog are
under consideration, and every one has
hopes for the best.
The ground hog and all his kin came
out yesterday quite early looking for
their shadows. He rather expected to see
the sun. as he was still sleepy and had
been awakened abruptly He looked
around, saw the clouds, the fog, felt the
damp atmosphere, missed the sun, then
ne consulted his almanac. He thought
he had made a mistake but it was Feb
ruary ? all right, and then he got busy
Mr. Arctomys Monax was optimistic
Said he never did care much about the
sun, anyway. Tired Of seeing his shadow
years ego, he also intimated that he was
very much disappointed, as he had not
had his sleep out. According to his story
he hibernated quite early, but the social
season in Groundhogville was such that
he did not have as much sleep as the
law requires As a result he sat around
yesterday rubbing his eyes a good deal.
Il see you were handed a lemon" some
one said TO the ground hog. "AII right. 3"
he replied, Il always did like lemonade.
But what's all this talk about the lemon?"
And then some of his friends attempted
to explain what the lemon joke is all
about We'll. pass around your old
lemons" said the woodchuck. but can't
see, for the life of me. why I got one
In the first place it is immateriaI to me
whether I see the sun to-day or not.
Fact is the sun did not shine, winter is
over, and I'll be running around from now
until snow begins to fall next winter.
Ordinarily I am happy when there are
no indications of six weeks more of cold
weather, but it so happens this season
that am absolutely independent" Then
the ground hog went about his bust
ness. shifting the air and looking for the
sun.
Predictions at the Weather Bureau are
for decided fall in temperature. A drop
of - degrees is expected by this evening.
The forecasters predict that preceding the
cold wave there viii be either rain or
snow.
The Washington herald., 1907-02-03
WOMAN CUTS Her THROAT
Mrs. Florence MeComas Tries to End
Life with Razor.
MomentariIy Discouraged Over Fall
ure to Speedily Recover from
Attack of Typhoid.

While the condition of Mrs. Florence -
McComas, of 1906 L street who cut her
throat yesterday, is serious, the surgeons
at the Emergency Hospital have some
hopes Of her recovery. Mrs MCComas
is the wife OF Edward NJ. MCComas. a
druggist at Twelfth and II streets, and
a cousin Of Justice McComas.
Mrs. McCOmas was just recovering from
severe attack of typhoid fever. Dis
COuragcment on account Of continued
sickness is given as the reason she al
tempted TO take her own life. Mrs. Nc
Comas was found with her throat cut
lying in the bathroom at the family home.
shortly after $50 o'clock yesterday morn
ing
Dr. Hobart s. Dye. who lives in the
same house, was called, and when he
realized the seriousness Of the womans
wound Immediately had her conveyed 10
the hospital Mrs. McCOmas used a razor
and her windpipe was partly severed. She
is forty-five years of age.
Mrs. McComas will remain az the hos
pital several days, her condition being
such that it is not deemed advisable -
remove her 10 her home. The surgeons
fear that pneumonia may set in.
The Washington herald., 1907-02-03
Progress of Temperance work.

on Thursday the parlors of Mrs J. W
Robinson were thronged with members
of the Northwest Union Of the Woman
Christian Temperance Union and friends,
who listened with interest to Mrs. Don P.
Blaine while she told Of the pleasant trip
in the states west Of here last summer.
in the advance OF the work. and to the
singing of Mrs. Clayton T. Emig and to
q few words from Mrs Clinton Smith Of
progress of the cause Of temperance in
this city. The union adjourned 70 meet
at tho homo OF Mrs. Robbins on the aft
ernoon Of February 5.
The Washington herald., 1907-02-03
Funeral of Joha g. bright.

The funeral of John q. Bright supcrin-
tendent of construction of public build
ings in the supervising architects office Of
the Treasury, who died Thursday, was
held at clock yesterday afternoon from
his residence. 1926 Harvard street. The
services were conducted by the Rev. J. g.
Butler. Interment was made in Rock
Creek Cemetery.
Mr. Bright. who was seYenty-One years
Old was a native of Germany. and had
been a resident of Washington for the
last fifty years Tie was formerly CON
nected with the firm of bright & Humph-
ries, builders. He is survived by eight
children. Charles 2, George H. Oliver
n, Naura c.. Rose n, Eva J.. and Y
Elizabeth, all Of this city, and Mrs. E. c.
Mcdonald. of Plains. Va. Mr.. Bright was
q Mason and Knight Templar.
The Washington herald., 1907-02-03
WIDOW FILES LETTERS.
Mrs. Ellen ID. Richards Wishes 10
Settle Husbands Estate.

Mrs. Ellen D. Richards yesterday filed
letters of administration on the estate Of
her husband, James H Richards, who
died January 10 last. without leaving a
viii. It Is stated in the petition that the
real estate Of the late Mr.. Richards is
valued at about $4,000 realizing a
monthly rental of $780, The personal
estate. including eighteen shares Of Metro
politan National Bank stock and ten
shares Of National Capital Bank stock, is
valued at SSO2lf5- The debts are esti-
mated at S1SG4.
The following are the heirs-at-law en-
titled 10 the property: Mrs. Ellen D.
Richards. widow, and the following chill
dren: William H, James r, Adelaide R.,
George c., Ellen, Harry ". Richards,
and Mrs. Mary /. Keith.
The will of William l.. AFmiger. dated
April q, 1903. was fled for probate yes
terday One-third of the estate is devised
to his wife, Mary a. Armiger. while the
rest and remainder is TO be divided
among the eight children Of the testator.
George ". Armiger. a son OF the testator,
is named as executor.
The Washington herald., 1907-02-03
RAILROADS MAKE PROTESTS
Vice President ". C. Brown Prophe-
sizes Business Depression.
Not Due 10 What Has Been Done, but
to Manner Of Government
Supervision.

Setting forth the views Of ". c. Brown
vice president Of the New York Central
lines and president of the American
Railway Association. a letter written by
him 10 a friend IN Washington on the
railway fiscal situation was made public
here. is taken as a form of protest by the
New York railways against the deal
which they have received in the past two
years. Mr.. Brown paints a pessimisie
picture of railway development Of the
immediate future, prophesies business de
preston within eighteen months, and eX-
plains that the situation IS not que 10
what has been done in the way Of gov
eminent supervision TO the railroad, but
to the way it has been done.
LEGISLATION so far enacted viii not in
lure the railroads, he says, unless the
Interstate Commerce Commission reduces
freight rates 50 rs to deplete their
revenues. It's popular sentiment that
causes danger. AIT. Brown says:
The spirit of hostility against the rail-
roads, which seems to be felt by members
Of both parties and by the administration,
whether real or not, is rapidly creating
a feeling of distrust. and is discreditins
the railroads of the country 10 such an
extent as to make it very difficult ut the
present time TO secure any money for
needed improvements. and promises TO
make it almost impossible 10 do 50 in the
near future
Referring to the increase of the coun-
try's railway pay r0lls-by about 5000
O9O this year-to the increased cost Of
supplies. and to the reduction in mail tar
ifs by Congress, Mr.. Brown adds
The actual conditions of this kind
which confront railroads are enough TO
check. seriously the investment of money
in new railroads or in great improve
ments in existing roads, but worse than
all. is the apprehension and alarm which
IS spreading over all the country, based
llpon the fear that there is definite,
deep-seated prejudice against railroads
which makes investment in them so haZ-
ardous as to prevent prudent men con-
sidering them.
i hope that / have made il plain that
IN my opinion this condition has not come
o-, account of any law which has become
elective up TO this time. The condition
Is however, the result Of the manner Of
doing things. which have been done. and
the fear OF what may come"
The Washington herald., 1907-02-03
READY TO Hold CARNIVAL
Columbia Lodge, No. 10, I. 0. 0. F.
Perfects All Arrangements.
Promises to Percent Many Novel
Features NeSe.s Seen at odd
Fellows Hall.

The committee having in charge the
Carnival OF Nations" 10 be held by
Columbia Lodge. No. 10. I. O. O. f.. at
odd Fellows Hall, Seventh street. held
a final meeting last night and perfected
all arrangements.
This fair. the managers promise, will be
out of the ordinary run and Will have a
great many novelties that have not been
seen before. Each booth viii represent a
different nation. and those assisting Will
be costumed in accordance with the ma
ton they represent The nations repre-
scented will be Italy, France. China.
Japan, and many others. The paddle stand
viii be represented as a pirate ship and
manned by a crew of pirates The Jap
anese tea room viii occupy the rostrUm
and will have beautiful bower of flow
ers and the usual lantern accompaniment.
The Mattresses viii represent japanese
girls
Each evening a programme will be
given from the stage in which the best
local talent win he presented. in fact,
there Will be everything TO interest the
old and the young. Dancing will be in
dulged in every evening. Monday even
ing, the opening date, win be Odd Fell
lows night, and every Odd Fellow is ex-
pected TO attend and assist in making the
efforts of Columbia Lodge A success.
\ large number of donations have been
received and a number of contests have
already started. but the most earnest
work will begin with the opening night
The ladies in charge OF the different
booths are as follows: Flowers. Mrs. W.
W. Keck, fancy, Mrs. r.. 3. Bond; lemon
ade, Misses Shackelford; fortune teller,
Mrs. Fell: Chinese laundry, Mrs J. K.
Fowler; fruits, Mrs. c. d. Shackelford;
aDrOn Mrs ScbiIaich