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The copper era., 1908-05-21
President of A. C. Company Visits Clifton

J. G. Hopkins, president of the
 Arizona Copper company and one of
 the old timers who resided in Clifton
 more than twenty years ago, made
 his first official visit to Clifton thIs
 week, returning home yesterday.
 MT. Hopkins now resides in Connecti-
 cut, having lett Clifton twelve years
 ago, since which time he has been
 the heaviest stockholder of the A. c. company residing in the United States. While here he was extended
 the glad hand of many old time friends, who are more than pleased
 with the selection the A. c. company has made for its president.
 MT. Hopkins was seen by the editor of the ERA and stated that he was sorry that the people of Clifton had anticipated much in the way of new Improvements for the Arizona Cop per company in the near future. About the time that MT. Hopkins was named as president of the company, the panic came on and the price of copper suffered a decline of almost OO per OCul-, WulSH OlO HOL lOOh SOOu to a copper company operating on low grade ores. In order t0 adopt themselves to the conditions, the was compelled to retrench in every department at the mines as well as the -smelter, and cut out nearly all new Improvements. Since the slump in the copper market the l Arizona Copper company, by the CO., l operation of the president and other ] officials, has made wonderful show l ing, having increased its output and | reduced costs. However, some im- provements are being made at the l shelter that will be d great benefit | to that department. MT. Hopkins ! visited the mines and in fact spent | all of his time examining the affairs | of the company. He is a progressive | man and will no doubt make many | new improvements in the camp when | C )pper advances to a higher level.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
Second-CIass POstOffice for Clifton.

Information has been received from Washington by the postmaster stating that on July 1st the Clifton postotfice will be entered in the secOnd-clas column, which should be source of much gratiiica tion to the postmaster. After that date the salary of the Clifton office will be 5000 for the postmaster, 5000 for an assistant and $500 for clerk hire. This will give the people of Clifton better service and will also give the postmaster chance to get his breath. It is well known fact that the local postmaster has been over worked tor some time and could not keep up with the business of his office without working late at nights The next announcement to come from Washington, which should. have been in long ago, is who will be our postmaster.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
Opening aud Closing of the Company
 Stores.

Beginning Monday. May 18th, the company stores will open at a. m and close at 6 p. m. This to remain in effect for every business day until September Both. inclusive. with the exception ot Saturdays ard the first business day of each month, when we will keep open until p. m.: but same time for opening q. ID.
 Dating from October lst until April 30th, inclusive, stores will open at s D. m. and close at D. m.
 A. C. STORE DEPARTMENT.
 E. NJ. WILLIAMS, Mgr.
 SHANNON STORE DEPARTMENT.
 NJ. H. KANE, Mgr.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The store employees of the A. c company surprised E. M. Williams, store manager, with a most valuable gift last Tuesday evening. It was a handsome 23-jewel Howard movement gold watch with a diamond setting. c. w. Beck made the presentation speech and the gift was such a pleas ant surprise to MT. Williams that it was several minutes before he could express his appreciation. MT. Will Hams has been manager of the store for a number of years and the gift expresses the high esteem reposed in him by his employees.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

John Pollock, who recently return ed from Scotland where he attended the funeral of his wife, last week re- ceived the sad news informing him of the death of his little daughter, Maggie, which occurred at Mother well, Scotland, on May 5. She was in good health upon his departure for the United States. The cause of her death was pneumonia. Mir. Pollock has the sympathy of his many friends in Clifton.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

w. A. Scott of Salt Lake, one of che best mining writers in the west, is spending a few days in the Clifton Morenci district. He is preparing articles which will appear in the Mining and Scientific Press, the lead ing mining journal in the United States. MT. Scott is not a stranger in this section, having made many trips here.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The Clifton Union High school graduating exercises will take place at the opera house next Saturday night, to which the public is invited. A lengthy program has been arranged for the entertainment of those who attend. Dr. K. c. Babcock, president of the University of Arizona. will deliver the commencement address, and Hon. M. J. Egan will present the diplomas. It will be the first com mencemeut of the high school and should be attended by all the citizens of Clifton.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The W. O. w. excursion and picnic at Duncan on May 30th is drawing near and many people have expressed their desire to go. The Clifton band has been engaged 10 furnish the music and the Duncan people are ar ranging to make things pleasant. The A. & N. M. railway has put on a rate of Sl.60 for the round trip, tick cts good from Saturday until Mon day. A special train will leave Cliff ton at o'clock Saturday and return at F o'clock that night. The rate is included on the regular passenger train Saturday morning. This is an opportunity for the Clifton people to enjoy themselves. All of the busi- ness houses will close on account of the occasion.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Paul Crowley, who is working on the Corn Planter claim above Cliff jn, reports that he recently struck a good grade of gold and silver ore. The ore body is about four feet wide and carries much magnetic iron. The shaft is but fifteen feet deep and he has already taken out a carload of ore, which he will most likely ship to the Shannon Copper company.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
Methodist Services.

Regular services at New High School building, Sunday morning at II o'clock, and Sunday evening at 7:45 o'clock. Services every Sunday hereafter, and everybody cordially invited to attend.
 If you have babies to be baptized, bring them at your earliest conven- fence.
 CLAY P. MORGAN, Pastor.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The Arizona & New Mexico railway is doing a large amount of improve ment work in its railroad yards at Clifton, as we'll as along the main line The tracks in the local yards have been changed and strengthened to some extent and when completed will be the best in the history of Clifton. Several new tracks have been added and the capacity vf the yards increased to some extent. The next important move for the A. S5 N. NJ. is the building of d new depot at Clifton, which is a great necessity. The waiting room is not large enough to accommodate one half of the passengers and the freight room is too small to handle the freight. The old depot has served its worth long ago.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

If you have any headaches or eye troubles call on Dr. Schell, the Opti- clan of Tucson, al Central Hotel next week for three days only. The doctor has been visiting for the past ten years and his ability is too well known to need any comment. He carries a full line of glasses, exam ines eyes free and guarantees to re- fund money if patient is not satisfied in 30 days trial
The copper era., 1908-05-21
PURELY PERSONAL

GR - I1
 Sheriff A. A. Anderson visited Cliff
 ton this week on official business.
 Geo. w. Williams, Jr.j returned this week from trip to the valley.
 G. L. Crawford and Dock Nicks visited Duncan on business Sunday.
 Mrs. J. G. Cooper and son left We'd nesday for Scotland, where they will spend several months.
 Miss Mary Tnrom returned this week from Las Cruces, where she visited her little sister.
 H. B. Burke, and Tom Simpson left this week on d short business trip to Douglas and other points.
 P. s. Wood aud daughter left this morning for Globe, where they will spend short time visiting.
 John Kelly, who has been in poor health for some time, left this morn- ing on a short trip to Tucson.
 There will be another grand ball at the Casino next Saturday night, to which the public is invited.
 Clyde Prettyman left last week for Billiards hot springs, where he is spending the week having good time.
 The Misses Ursula Aston and May dell Vincent, who came up from Guthrie last week, returned home Monday.
 Mrs. J. Backstein and daughter left this morning for St. Johns, where they will spend the summer visiting relatives.
 MT. Hill, formerly employed at the Shannon store, reterned this week on his way to Morenci, where he has accepted position in the Long fellow store.
 Ed. Leonard. one of the proprietOrs of the Astor. returned last week from d trip to Billiards hot springs on the Gila. He is troubled with rheumatism.
 w. J. Tucker and wife, who have resided in Clifton the past several months, left this week for the Rattle snake ranch, where they will reside in the future.
 Mrs. c. M Binford and children left this week for their old home in Kentucky, where they will spend the summer Mir. Binford accompanied them as far as Lordsburg.
 M. w. Neff, ore of the old time citizens of Clifton, Tt turned last week from Billiards hot springs, where he spent week for the bene- fit of his health.
 John Bryan, frst-ciass carpenter | who has resided in Clifton the past several months, left thls week with | his family for Silver City, where they | will reside in the future.
 Hallett Neff, formerly connected | with the Neff grocery store on Chase ! creek, returned recently and in the future will be employed in the store. He has been residing at Silver City since he left Clifton.
 Mesdames Chas. Freeman, Walter Tappin and Chas. Ellis left Saturday last for Stafford, where they assisted | in instituting a Rebekah lodge. They report most pleasant trip and say that the Stafford people are royal en- teTtalners.
 F. H. Springer, proprietor of the Fashion barbershOp in East Clifton, returned home last week after spend ing a couple of weeks at Solomon vile, where he had good time serv- ing as a trial juror. He is now in favor of a change in the county seat to this end Of the county.
 J. A. Wamsley, who has been em- ployed in the A. c. general office for some time, resigned his position and left this week for Globe. where he has accepted a responsible position with the Arizona Commercial. He has many friends in Clifton who re- gret his departure and wish him sue l. lxs--
The copper era., 1908-05-21

H. E. McCurdy, foreman of the farming department of the Double Circle ranch, is spending the week in Clifton meeting old friends and hay ing a little recreation. He reports that the ranch is in excellent condi- tion and a good crop will be harvest ed this season. He has been located at the ranch the past two years.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
Baptist Church.

Sunday School 9:45 a. m.; services II a. m., "Doing Our Best;" services s p. m., "The Greatest Thief in the World" Business meeting of the church Thursday night May 18th. begin to preach a series of sermons the Bible and The Representative Women of Today" Come and wor- ship with us. W. M. Riddle.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
Sunday Services in the Presbyterian
 Church. North Clifton.

Presbyterian Church SerYice:- Sunday School 9:3O p. m.; Christian Endeavor p. m. You are cordially invited to attend these services. There will be DO preaching services.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The closing exercises of the North Clifton public school will be held at the opera house tomorrow evening to which the public is invited. The program, which has been arranged after much work, will be the most interesting ever rendered by the pub lie school and every one should at tend. Reserved seats have been placed on sale at the A. C. drug store tor the benefit of those who come late.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Ira Johnson has changed the name of his saloon from "Pawnee" to Johnson" place. He is still located in North Clifton.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Do you know a house that will guarantee a patent leather shoe? We will. Try the Burt & Packard Korrect Shape. Shannon store de- Dartment
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The Eagles have made arrange ments for grand ball to be given on Friday night, May 29th, at the Casino Hall. Everybody invited.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Eugene Johnston has been danger O1sly i'll for the past ten days, but is now somewhat improved. His many friends hope for his speedy recovery.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

These hot summer days, when you are too tired to walk to the Bazaar store, telephone to us Our rig is a t your disposal to and from the store.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

J. O. Philips has opened the Popu- lar tailor shop on Chase creek. He has an excellent location and is pre- pared to do all kinds of work in the cleaning and pressing line.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Mrs. Stephens gave an afternoon party at her residence in South Cliff ton Wednesday, to which several of her friends were invited.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Joe Billingsley was sick last week with bad case of humps. He has recovered and is attending to busi- ness again.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
Spring Chickens at Smiths store.

Five or six slightly used sewing machines for sale, on installment or bargains for cash. Wilson x Baroldy Chase creek.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The Chase creek flood sufferers will give ball in the near future, an- nouncement of which will be made in due time.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
Eastern Star Has a Social Session.

Following the regular session of Century Chapter No. 10, O. E. s., last Thursday evening members of that body and their guests enjoyed a social program which was beautifully carried out. The program was as
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The new wagon road to the Shan non shelter is getting along nicely and will be finished in about ten days.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The ball game between Morenci and Fl Paso last Saturday and Sun day resulted as follows; First game Morenci 13, Fl Paso Il; second game Fl Paso 2, Morenci O.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

The ladies of the Presbyterian Church and all interested in same will give strawberry and ice cream social at Library hall on the evening of May 27th. You are cordially in- Vited to attend.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

House for Rent - On Riverside with bath. Apply at Smith store.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

WANTED-Stenographical position by experienced stenographer. Refer ences. Address Stenographer, Cop per Era office.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

It will wear. Burrojaps outwears all other patent feathers. It is guar anteed in Burt & Packard KOrrect Shape shoes. Shannon store depart ment.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

LOST-A new plain cravenette rain coat on Monday between Clifton and Morenci. Finder please return to Mrs. John Parks.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Ease and comfort in Burt &; Pack ard Korrect Shape shoes made of Burrojaps patent and dull feathers. Both are guaranteed at Shannon store department.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

FOR RENT-A three-room furnished residence on Hills addition. All modern conveniences. Apply to M. Danenhauer.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

These hot summer days, when you are too tired to walk to the Bazaar store, telephone to us. Our rig is at your disposal to and from the store.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

E. c. Christy, formerly of Fl Paso, has made arrangements to open tailor shop and dyeing works on Chase creek in the near future.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
Coronado Railroad.

Passenger 6efvice.-In effect Jan. 10, 1905. Train No. leaves Clifton TAO a. m-; Long, fellow o.1ga- m ! arrivesMetcan e.25 a. m. No.5 leaves Clifton s 45 p. ni.; LongfellOw 4.1Op. ID. drive Metralf4 $ D. m.
 Train F6. J: leaves Metcatf a5Da m: Long fellow g:1O d. nd; artivesClifton 30 a m. No.I leaves Metealf4 45 5. rn ., Longfel1ow 500 p. IT arrives Clifton 5.26 p. m.
 GEO. WAGsTAFF, Supt NORMAN CARMICHAEL, Gen'l Manager.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
MINOR MENTION

Mrs. Paul Reisinger entertained a number of her friends Wednesday afternoon.
The copper era., 1908-05-21
Dissolution Notice.

Notice is hereby given that the firm of Jordan & Cheeser prOprietors of the Richelieu saloon, has been dis solved by mutual consent, Mir. Ches- ser having purchased the business, and will col ect all bills and assume all obligations of he firm.
 c. W. JORDAN
 WALTER CHESSER Dated Clifton, Arizona, May 15, 1908.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

FOR SALE-Household furnishings. Apply to H. R. Walitzek, Riverside, Clifton.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Spring Chickens are in season. You can get them at Smiths store.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

See Wilson & Baroldy for sewing machine supplies.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

No Safer or better place to trade than Smiths store.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

There will be a match game of ball next Sunday afternoon between Cliff ton and Morenci on the local dia- mond. Dr. Smith is in good trim and will pitch for the Clifton team and Morenci has new man to try out. The admission price will be changed to soc for gentlemen and ladies free. Don't miss it.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Fruits All kinds in season, at Smiths store.
 Come and get some strawberries with the dew on at the Shannon store.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

l. w. J RILEY, Cashier of the above named bank, do SOlemuly swear that the above state. ment is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. w. J. RILEY, Cashier. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 2lst day of May. 1908. FRANK B. LANE (SEAL1 Notary Public My commission expires November G. 1909. CUrrect-AttCst:
 (E. NJ WILLIAMS
 Directors: SAM ABRAEAM
 JOIN K. HAMPTON
The copper era., 1908-05-21

CherrieS-Fine stock, extra quality They are cheap at Smith store.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Following the above program the guests were invited to the ante room where they found in waiting long tables laden with the choicest viands. Upon seating himself in view of so many good things a we'll known Mason was heard to exclaim: "Here is another place where the Stars shine" It was a late hour when the eniOyable event came to d close.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

Wilson & Baroldy handle sheet music, talking machines and late records.
The copper era., 1908-05-21

PUMP FOR SALE--A pinch centri- fcial ByrOn-Jackson pump, good as new. Capacity 1000 gallons per min ute, with suction and discharge com plete. Call on or write Dell NJ. Potter.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1908-12-15
DOCTOR DRILLS FOR OIL
Chicago Man Has Faith in
Project Now Being Car
ried on in Cady Marsh.

The people of the southern part o,
North and Calumet townships are very
much interested in the fact that mr.
Brown of Chicago is again drilling for
OIL IN the Cady marsh near MAYNARD
DR.. Brown has great faith in the work
ne is carrying on and believes that
ne Will strike oil if he goes down far
enough 1t is said that his drillers
have already gone down 900 feet in
the effort to strike oil.
several years ago DIR. Brown hired
some drillers to make an effort to find
OIL in the vicinity of the Cady marsh.
AFTER they had done a certain amount
OF work they suddenly abandoned the
job and disappeared in a mysterious
manner leaving s400 in money which
was coming to them
This story has been told again and
again and it has alwys been suspected
that some one who was interested in
Keeping down the production of oil
nd bought off the drilling crew.
The doctor has begun drilling again
and he thinks he will strike oil in
the near future. The whole neighbor-
hood is interested in the venture.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1908-12-15
HOLDS ANNUAL ELECTION
Simplex Benefit Association
Elects Nick Lynch
President.

The Simplex Benefit club held its an
nual meeting last evening at Chopin
hall, and at the same time elected its
officers for the ensuing year. The club.
which has enjoyed an existence Of six
years, is in fiourishing condition and
is now at the beginning of what nrom-
lsed to be another successful year
The officers and directors for the en-
suing year are as follows:
President-Nick Lynch.
Vice president-Henry Radloff.
Secretary-Peter Ripley
Treasurer-William Thomas.
Board of dfrectors-Albert Walter.
chairman; Max Haberman, Oliver North
Ralph Spencer and Ed. venske.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1908-12-15
ANNUAL JEWISH HOLIDAY
Will Commence Sunday, De
cember 20, and Continue
For Eight Days.

The opening day of the annual festi-
val among the Jewish people will this
year come on Sunday, Dec. 20, and
continue eight days. Rabbi Victor Caro-
of Milwaukee says that in honor of
the brilliant victory, which the heroic
Maccabees with their God-fnspired
champions, achieved over an inveterate
foe, who tried to force upon the Jewish
religion, and to force upon the Jews
his idolatry and worship, the Jews ev-
cry year light the Menorah, or a GER
tain number of candles and each day
add one candle until the end of the
festival, which lasts eight days. is
reached. The lighting of the candles
is to strengthen the sect in the be-
lief that, however, dark and gloomy
their hopes and prospects appear, still
In the hour of the deepest grief and
afhictfon, light is coming from above.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1908-12-15
ICE COMPANY MUST
PAY THE $4,000
George Gray of Hammond
Again Wins His Suit
Against K. I. Co.

The supreme court of Indiana has de-
MED rehearing in the case of the
Knickerbocker Ice company vs. George
Gray, which was tried twice before
Judge H. B. TuthiIl in this CITY, Gray
was given verdict at the second trial
in the amount of $4,000 and it is now
up to the ice company to pay over the
money.
Gray was injured at Hammond sew
eral years ago, he having lost his arm
in machinery at the Knickerbocker ice
plant He brought suit, which finally
reached this city. The first jury gave
the plaintiff $4,000 damages and the
company appealed to the appellate court
of Indiana. That court reversed the
case and sent it back for retrial. The
second jury increased the amount of
the damages $1,000 and the company
again appealed to the appellate court,
which transferred the case to the su-
preme court. On April 9, 1908, the
supreme court affirmed Judge Tuthill
and the Ice company then asked for a
rehearing, which was yesterday denied.
Thus the company has exhausted all its
means in its efforts to win the case
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1908-12-15
WELL.KNOWN MAN DEAD
Monon Conductor Passes
Away at Home in In
dianapolis.

Albert L Donelson, well known
among Hammond railroad men. and
for fourteen years on the Monon road
the first four years as freight and the
last ten as passenger conductor, run
ming between Indianapolis and Chicago.
died at $40 a. m. Saturday at his
home. 1928 Ashland avenue. He leaves
a widow and three children, also his
father. William J. Donelson, of Indian
apolis. and the following brothers and
sisters: William G., Arthur p Miss
Sadie of Indianapolis; Mrs William Lee,
Neosha Falls, Kan; Mrs William Ulrey.
Anaaarayc, sniSse~H He had heen unable
to go out on his run for two weeks
is death was due to asthma and heart
disease. No arrangements have yet
been made for the funeral.
He was born in Morgan county. oct.
IA, 1857, and came to INDIANAPOLIS
when years old. He was member
of the Masonic order, of the knights
of Pythias and of the Order of Railway
Conductors.