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The copper era., 1908-12-03
MORENCI NEWS.

School was closed for two days last week on account of Thanksgivin
 P. B. Scotland and wife, of Met calf, spent few hours in camp Mon day last.
 Morenci was treated to real snow storm for a couple of days last week, but we did not hear any sleigh bells.
 Supt. Carmichael and C. w. Wig more were up from Clifton and spent the day looking over the works Tues day.
 J. G. Cooper. came up from Clifton last Saturday and spent the day in checking up the various departments of the A. c. Co.
 Walter s. Bradfeld, of the A. c. store at Clifton, has accepted a posi- tion in the LOngfellow store and con- menced work Tuesday.
 Mr. and Mrs. Cummings, John Kid die and Jack Williams attended the dance at Clifton Saturday evening and report a splendid time.
 The turkey shoot at the gun club grounds on Thanksgiving day was a success for the promoters as all the good shots seemed to be out of town.
 Fred Agnew expects to leave in the near future for his home in Fuller ton, Neb., where he will spend the holidays. We are of the opinion that be will find it rather cold up there.
 In the game of basket ball between the Clifton and Morenci teams on Monday evening the Clifton boys were again successful, but we are hoping for better luck next time.
 John D. Williams left for Solomon vile Sunday morning and after a short stay there he will go to Cali fornia for short vacation before as- suming the office of county treasurer.
 A masquerade ball will be given at the club on the evening of December the 18th. Extensive preparations are being made and it promises to be one of the social events of the season.
 Miss Fisher, who has been employed in the schools here for some time, re- signed her position and left for Doug las the latter part of the week, where she will teach in the future.
 Robert Rae, auditor for the Phelps Dodge Co.,, was in Morenci for a few days last week visiting relatives and transacting business iI4 connection with his office.
 Geo. H. Kelly was in camp for a couple of days last week getting data for his coming souvenir edition. He is the same genial George as of old.
 M H. Mclean and c. E. Mills re- turned the latter part of the week from d trip to some of the other Phelps Dodge mining camps.
 MT. Abbot has resigned his position with the D. c. Go. as assayer and ac- cepted a similar position with the Shannon company at Clifton.
 J. J. Jones, of Sioux City, Iowa, who spent the last week in camp wis iting friends and looking over the works, left for California Sunday.
 The w. O. w. gave a delightful dance at the club last Thursday even ing. A large crowd attended and all had delightful time.
The copper era., 1908-12-03
For God and Home and Native Land

The motto of the Women's Christian Temperance Union is far reaching in it's aim and ambitions, but not more widespread than the evil which it is combating-whati interferes more with the worship of God than the demon of temperance? What destroys the peace of more happy homes than the drink evi--what causes more disregard for the laws and institutions of one land than the liquor traffic? This is an argument that none can refute. The drunkard swallows strong drink. And the strong drink swallows homes, farms, bank accounts. happiness, self respect, health manhood and honor.
 The mistakes due to strong drink are as old as the discovery of alcohol, as numerous as the fallen leaves. Some are mparetivSly trivial in their nature. Others have ruined lives, destroyed cities, and wrecked kingdoms.
 The local branch of the w. c. T. U will meet at the Baptist church Fri | day, December 4th, at 3:30 p m., there 1 will be selections on temperance topics by each member, ana a paper i by Mrs. Elliott. All interested in the | temperance movement are cordially ! invited to be present at this. and all
 mee tings.
The copper era., 1908-12-03
Al the Opera House.

Manager Prettyman, of the opera house, has secured the Raymond Teal company, consisting of thirty people, for three nights, commencing Friday evening, December 4th. This will be the greatest musical treat the people of Clifton ever had and there may not be another in Clifton for a long time. The Teal attraction is the strongest musical comedy show on the road, usually packing houses where others fail. This is a guar anteed show, so don't stay away and wait to hear what your neighbOrs say, for the plays are different each night and you will be sorry when you hear how good it was. On Friday night, "rhe Girl From Bag Dad. Saturday night, "The Man Behind" Sunday night, "Varsity Isle" This is posi- lively the best attraction for the money ever offered in Clifton. Seats on sale at A. c. drug store. Prices D, 50 and 75 cents.
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The Baby Show.

The baby show given by the ladies of the Presbyterian church Tue 'dayever- ing was one of the most interesting happenings in Clifton for some time. Twenty-eight handsome babies were entered in the contest, all of which were identified by number, and it was a most difficult task for the judges to decide upon the winners. Paid ad- missions reached a total of POO, and those who attended had a delightful time watching the maneuvers of the dainty little folks.
 Prizes were awarded as follows: Most attractive, Jennie Cooper: a gold pin. Fattest-Baby Cotey: a god pin. Best natured-tie hetween Baby Siegel and Hill; napkin ring 10 each. Girl from one to three-Pret- tiest, Majory ROemer: gold locket. Prettiest boy-E d W ard WagstafT: Souvenir spoon.
 The judges were as follows: A. T. Thomson, F B Laine, J. R. Hamp- ton and w. D Heinhaugh.
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LOCAL RAILROAD NEWS.
Shannon Gets Control of Clifton North ern-WOFk to Commence on
 ShannOn-AriZ0na.

During the past week a controlling interest in the Clifton Northern rail- road passed into the hands of the Shannon Copper company and in the future that company will operate the road. The Shannon company is now laying a three-ran track to the New Eugland ore bins Tn North Clifton, which work is about completed. This will give both standard and narrow gauge connection with the ore bins and the Shannon shelter, to which the greatest portion of the New En- gland Copper King ore is now being shipped. The Shannon company has also purchascd- valuable lime rock claims up the Frisco river, from which It is probable that the entire supply will be taken in the very near future. The present gauge of the tram road from the New England binstat the mine to the bins in North Clifton will remain as it now is, but future plans call for it's widening.
 In addition to the above announce ment the local management of the Shannon company has received in- structions to commence work on the Shannon Arizona railrOod, which will be built from the Shannon shelter to the mines at Metcalf. This road is to be built on high ground exclusively and as surveys have been made and the most of the right-of-way secured. the breaking of the ground can be commenced immediately. The com pletion of this road will mean that the company will suffer no more de- lays from floods down Chase creek, which in past years have caused the Shannon much trouble. It is pro- posed to extend the road to the Gar field district, where the sham on own valuable property.
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Notice Of Sale of Lots.

In the District Court of the United States, for the Fifth Judicial Dis trict of Arizona.
 In the Matter of $. J. Forbes, Bank rupt.
 To Creditors of s. J. Forbes, of Clifton, Graham County, and District aforesaid, bankrupt:
 Notice is hereby given that F. w. Herzke, trustee of the estate of S.. J. Forbes, d bankrupt, has made re- port as such, and has been ordered to sell the property of said bankrupt, hereinafter described, and that he will sell the same at public auction, to the highest cash bidder, at the store building of s. J. Forbes, on Chase creek, Clifton, Arizona, on December 9th, at 10 o'clock a. m.
 That the following is the prope rty which will be offered for sale, to-wit: Lots F, 3 and 65 of San Francisco Townsite, in Clifton, Arizona.
 That all purchasers at said sale must accompany their bids with at least ? per. cent. of the sale price, in cash.
 Dat. November 30, 1908.
 F. w. HERZKE. Trustee.
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Notice of Private Sale of Req! Estate.

In The Probate Court of The County
 of Graham, Territory of Arizona. In the Matter of the Estate of Isaac
 J Stevens, Deceased.
 Notice Is hereby given that under and by virtue of au order of private sale made by the Probate Court of the County of Graham, Territory of Arizona, in the matter of the estate of Isaac J. Stevens, deceased, dated the 3Oth day of November, A. D. 1908, 1 the undersigned administrator of said estate will sell at private sale, the following described real estate belonging to said estate, situ- ate in the County of Graham, Terri tory of AriZoua, and more particu- larly described as follows, to-wit: The Southwest one quarter of the Northeast one-quarter; the Southeast one-quartor of the Mort Invest one quarter; the Northwest one quarter of the Southeast onc-quarter, and the Northeast one-quarter of the Southwest one quarter ot Section 19 in Township 1, South of Range 30 East of Gila and Salt River Meridian, subject to rights of way for railroad purposes over said real estate hereto fore conveyed to the New England and Clifton Copper company, and | ne OlilIOu NOi lRGIn IOdlll Odu SOu- pany. Said sale will be made on or after Saturday the 18th day of De- cember, 1908. All bids must be in writing, and may be left at the law office of Frank B Laine, in Clifton, Arizona, or delivered to the admins trator personally, or filed in the office of the clerk of the Probate Court, to which the return of sale must be made, at any time after the first pub lication of this notice, and before the making of the sale. Terms of sale, cash in gold coin of the United states, ten per cent. of which must accompany the bid; balance to be paid on confirmation of the sale by the Court.
 Dated this the 3,d of December A. D. 1908.
 ISAAC N. STEVENS,
 Administrator of the Estate OI Isaac J. Stevens, Deceased. 1217
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THE proba Utilities are that Clifton will enter the list of incorporated towns daring the next five or six months. A great many of the citi- zens and business men have expressed themselves in favor of the move and it is rumored that the Shannon Cop per company favors the measure. So far no official expression has been made public as to the standing of the Arizona Copper company, but if the citizens of the town are in favor of it there is no great reason why the company should stand against it. It has been sugg ested that a petition be circulated and signed by those in favor of incorporation for the pur- pose of presenting it to the board of directors of the Arizona Copper com pany, and if possible secure an im- mediate expression from them. As one or two of them have expressed themselves in favor of it there is little doubt of securing their solid support. This matter should be set tied before next summer in order to give the town a thorough cleansing when it will do the most good.
The copper era., 1908-12-03

HON. RALPH CAMERON, delegate elect to congress from Arizona, is still enthusiastic over the possibility of Arizona securing single statehood at the short session of congress and in accordance with his promise, is going to visit the national capitol and exer- else his influence in helping to secure the new star of Arizona. We have been promised single sta tehood by the national republican party and now that the peoUle of this territory have elected d republican to congress. there is absolutely no reason why we should not be admitted immediately. The United States will never be ashamed of the new star of Arizona, as she is rich enough and ranks in civilization with any state in the un- ion. Ralph told us before his election that he would go to Washington and help us out and now he is going to make his promise good by doing it. He never fails to get what he goes after, therefore we ought to get statehood.
 Theo. Shirley, who has made one of the best probate judges who ever served Graham county, came up from Solomonville last week and spent a few days here on business. He was accompanied by his daughter, Miss Sophie, who spent Thanksgiving with friends at Metcalf. Upon the ex- piratlon of MT. Shirley's term, De- cember 31st, he may take up his resi- dence in Clifton. He is good citi- zen and we will be glad te nave him.
The copper era., 1908-12-03

THE darkness of the streets in South Clifton has been a source of much comment during the past sev- eral months and it is in the hands of a few public spirited citizens to get busy and raise funds to put in street lights. The cost of putting in the lights and maintaining them for a year is nothing in comparison to the convenience they will afford those who are now compelled to travel in the dark. In this connection it might be said that the new wagon road on the east side of the river is most dangerous place for vehicles travel ing in the dark, and should also be lighted. About three lights would answer the purpose.
The copper era., 1908-12-03

There seems to be a great deal of talk about Johnny Williams, the new county treasurer, going outside of the territory to secure his deputy. As the ERA understands it, MT. Wi Hams intends to secure a companion and not a deputy, therefore there is no reason for comment.
The copper era., 1908-12-03

The Eagle dance last week at the Casino was one of the social events of the season and those who attended had a most enjoyable time.
The copper era., 1908-12-03

THE cold wave has struck Clifton at last and during the past several days a considerable amount of snow has fallen in the higher mountains. So far the rains in the vicinity of Clifton have uot been sufficient to cause any alarm as to floods.
The copper era., 1908-12-03

THE Duncan Post reached us last week in extra good form and bears the ear marks of Major Latin and Commodore Smith, who are the editors and managers. They announce that the paper will be independent in politics and will be devoted to the upbuilding ot the valley city.
The copper era., 1908-12-03

THE Duncan Arizonian from now on will be issued in its new home, the new plant having recently arrived. L. F.. Vaughan, it's editor, deserves credit for the manner in which he has strug- gled to overcome his recent mis- fortune when his entire plant was destroyed be fire
The copper era., 1908-12-03

THE official plurality of Hon. Ralph Cameron for delegate to con- gress will be about 700. There are few counties to be heard from, but the above figures will not be changed to any great extent.
The copper era., 1908-12-03

Miguel Torrez, the new Mexican vice-consul assigned to this district, has moved his office from Chase creek to the Hampton block in East Cli finn
The copper era., 1908-12-03

Geo. NJ. Nicks has disposed of his interest in the Richelieu saloon on Chase creek to his partner, Walter Chesser, who is now sole owner. Walter is an old timer in this sec tion, and will conduct that emporium in the future the same as in the past.
The copper era., 1908-12-03

Dill Pickles S-Bismark Dill's, the finest in the world at Smiths store.
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MINING NOTES
Pertaining to CliftOn-MOrenci DiS-
 trict and Surrounding Camps.

Ambrose Burke, the discoverer of the Copper Plate group of mining claims, situate in the Copper Noun tain district, spent few days of last week in Clifton on business. He re- ports that considerable amount of assessment work is now being done in that district.
 The Arizona Copper company, for the month of November, produced 2,S52, ,000 pounds of copper and but for several delays would easily have reached the 3,OOO,OOO mark. An ex- cellent start has been made for this month and indications are that De- cember will be wound up with star output.
 The output of the Shannon Copper company for November was 1,5b4, ,000 pounds of copper, being slightly un der the previous month, but in line for good general average. During November one of the smaller furnaces were operated in addition to the big one, which will also be the case for December and if the weather continues good the shannon will close 1908 with au excellent record.
 One of the mining companies of this district that is booked to make rapid advancement during the year 1909 is the New England and Clifton Copper company. New and up-to- date machinery has been added to it's mines and by the first of January the new aerial tram from the Copper King to the ore bins at the railroad will be in operation, at winch time the company will be in a position to handle its ore at greatly reduced cost. Plenty of ore has been discOv- cred in the mines of this company and it now seems that there will be something doing in tle production line. Other new improvements and possibly d concentrator, are booked for next year.
 Assessment work on the copper claims owned by the Copper Mines Company of Arizona, which is under the supervision of J. O. Baylor, is progressing rapidly and will be com- pleted by the last of this month. Up on the completion of this annual work, it is hoped that the management of that company will be successful is se- curing funds with which to continue development work on d large scale. The recent panic prevented the ad- vancement of new companies, but now that financial channels have been re- opened it is probable that this com pany will be in position to forge to the front. Under its control are some of the best mining prospects in this district, which with development, should make producers.
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Sausage ge-The finest in the world at Smiths store.
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 VALUES

Our Holiday Goods this year will more than ever reflect the spirit of honest values that manufac- turers are manifesting in the production of their wares. Every Holiday Gift display this son will be honest the core serviceable, durable and altogether satisfactory both to the recipient and to the donner.
 How very much better to select your Holiday Gifts from our display than to send out of town for something that may, upon arrival, prove quite disappointing Take all of our time you desire to in making selections. Come early and select de- Iiberately and avoid the rush and crush incidental to deferred holiday shopping.
 A. C. DRUG DEPARTMENT
 IT PAYS TO COME HERE FIRST
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John lilly, who has been employed in the A c. powerhouse the past three years or longer. left yesterday for California, where he will remain until after the holidays. When asked what his mission to California was, John blushed somewhat, and the re- porter dropped onto the conclusion. that there was a lady mixed up in the trip and upon his return home he will blow himself for two tickets. Al though it is a little early for con gratulations, still the ERA wishes him a successful trip. The young lady is well known in Clifton and will be easily identified when John returns.
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Goldfish sh-Dainty, genuine Georges at smiths
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Al New Maat Company for Clifton.

Announcement was made this week that a new meat company had been formed for the purpose of opening a new market in South Clifton. The new company is composed of Jas. V. Parks. John D. Parks and c. Gatti, all of whom are old residents of this county and need no introduce tiOn to the Clifton people. The market will be located in the neighbOrhOOd of the Shannon store and it Is proposed to open for business on the first year of January.
 Negotiations are now pending for the erection of a cement block bull ing, which is to be finished by that date. Mr. Gdtti has been engaged In the butcher business in Clifton several times during the past eight years and is at present engaged in the same line of business at GlJb-. The Par Is brothers are hea7y owners of cattle.
 After the first of January Clifton will have four meat m1rNtts which is a greater number than We have ever had at one time.
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Grains stop on signal.
 GEORGE A. WAeSTALF,
 Superintaudan
The Kendrick gazette. [volume] (Kendrick, Idaho) 1892-1968, 1908-11-13

The Barnum Lumber and Constru.
ton Co. shipped two cars Of lumosr
her this week to tho Eastern market.
Taft prosperity.
MIS- Wilcox leftfor Kal,spel Moot.,
last Saturday where she will spend
about month. afterward going to
Rice Lake Wis. for the winter.
A number Of the settlers from the
Cranberry settle msnt, who lave bees
in Kendrick anti other points the past
week, returned, to their homesteads
this week.
We lard it rumored that the En-.
! campQent. ]. O. o. F., was having
jolly good tines and their next meet.
ing. Nov. 10th. would be a treat to
those preseat. ..xcep, possibly tie can.
didate. M.
Sidney Nixon held 1 sale Of his r, +.
sunai effects and farm implements at
Cavendish this week, which was cor :
Quoted by DR.. Cunningham. A 60 d
sale was reported and some good
prices secured.
We are Informed that while La;ah
county shipped over 1l5 cars Of apple .
last year, the production this ye {
will not GENE up to Is cars. and we
are therefore looking for . consider.
able shortage of this fruit.
CLANCY Compton. the little child Of
c G Compton, was taken to Spokane
fer treatment. 1t 10 suffering from q
form Of paralysis which nothing seems
to remedy. We learn that the little
child of n Black is also suffering from
. like trouble.
| The Ladies' Aid OF the Presby terian
church gave q lunch and an oyster
supper on election day and with ,he
loyal support Of the towDspeo, Il
cleared some $40 on the days efforts.
1t was hard work for the ladies' of the
organization. but they feel more than
repaid hy the splendid results
achieved.
The Kendrick gazette. [volume] (Kendrick, Idaho) 1892-1968, 1908-11-13
LOCAL.

ri 3, 4 Z
FOR SALE-A solid oak roll tor
d Ok. ]. r. HALL. at Lincaln Hard
ware and Implement Co.
Thursday, Nov. eeth. has tssn by
proclamation set aside ~ our Thanks.
giving day for the year 1908.
E. P. Atchison accompanied the
trainload Of stock to Spokane III.
week, which his company shipped.
Mrs. ]. ]. Day of Moscow was q
visitor In .Ksndriek this week OF Mrs.
r. NJ. Walker She came down from
the county seat in the automobile.
Monday. Oct. sstb. 6ne girl was
torn to the wife Of James Rogers Of
Pine Creek. and the young lady and
her mother are in the best Of health.
FOR SALE-Thovoughbred cocker.
els: Barred Plymouth Rocks, 81 20;
Rhode Island Reds. $500 and up
l8.4t hrs. j. B. HzlRMAs.
A brand new slicker was found on
the Potlatch road by John Denton
and left with los Davis. residing on
the Pine Greek road. Owner proving
property may recover the same.
Mrs. Clarence Bechtol accidentally
swallowed dose Of earbolic acid
Tuesday evening. and for some time
her life was in serious danger. Drs.
Hoyt aud Rothwell -wsre summoned
and suecseded in checking the effect,
Of the poison.
On Friday evening just past, the
Epworth League Of the Methodist
church gave basket social. and moi
only had large attendance but also
from the sale Of the baskets and ,hs
other sources OF revenue secured q
profit in excess Of 50.
Doc Gu bingham, v. S.. the sure
winner, licensed auctionesr and svaa.
gelist OF the Boss Barn. Mes Perez,
win doctor your horse. cry your sale
or preach your funeral. You pay
your money and take your choice. II
YOU don't see what you want, please
order it. Well cry sales anywhere.
Rates 2 per cent. Dates made at
Gazette Office.
The Kendrick gazette. [volume] (Kendrick, Idaho) 1892-1968, 1908-11-13
Left for the East.

Albert. Thomas aud Frank Lab ole
left Thursday for Illinois, having just
received word of the death of their
father.