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The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1909-12-09

Dancing was enjoyed until midnight,
following lessons. and music for the
occasion was furnished by the Agne
orchestra
The members of the Woodmen
ledge and social committee of that
order, will be hosts at the second Of
their series Of dances this evening in
their hail at Sixth and Main streets.
Agnes full orchestra will furnish
music for dancing and the affair will
NJ doubt be very ENJOYABLE one for
the large number who are planning to
attend
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1909-12-09
Big Pax Pow Wow.

The members of the Pax Indian
tribe will enjoy big pow WOW and
Indian feast a. the association tomor-
row evening. Games and general
good time will be had by the young
sters and an Indian spread composed
Of Indian fare will be served, con-
sisting of the following viands: In
dian corn bread, weiners. dill pickles
and cocoa.
The publicity committee of the Y.
NJ G. A. met this noon at dinner in
the association dining room to dis
cuss some new features in the way of
advertising during the new year. The
conference followed the luncheon in
which the following gentlemen par
ticipated: H. e. Radcliffe chairman.
G H. Benson, William Brugman, A.
w Collision, J. G. Ferri- Norman
Kiedaisch. N. A. King, Charles King,
Clyde Inman.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1909-12-09

Duty as Test of Capacity.
Goethe: Endeayor to do thy duty
I'd thou wilt know thy capacity.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Death of Dad Schwartz.

On last Sunday death claimed the person of Dad" Schwartz, who for many years had been resident of Clifton and vicinity. He was stone mason by trade and before losing his health more than a year ago, was considered one of the best mechanics in this district. He held d steady position with the A. c. company for several years, after which he worked on outside jobs, and assisted in the building of the Casino and many other substantial buildings on Chase creek. For the past year or longer he was unable to work very much and death came to relieve the suffer ing of a man whom in his best days was a most useful citizen He leaves a son, now residing in Clifton.
 The funeral, which was attended by d number of his old time acquain- tauces, occurred Monday morning, and the remains were buried in the new cemetary in Wards canyon.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
A Seri US Runaway.

On last Tuesday morning, while out driving with her little daughter, Mrs. w. L. Neel, met with a runaway accident that might have resulted most seriously. She was driving her favOrite horse ard started up the new wagon road on the east side of the river. The horse is a spirited animal and when reaching the rail- road crossing deliberately took to his heels for d ran. Mrs. Neel could not hold him and as the road is narrow in places there was not enough room to pass. When reaching the steep est place on the road the buggy turn ed over and Mrs. Neel and the baby were dashed against the rocks. The baby was not injured, but Mrs. Neel fell down the hill a distance of fifteen feet, and within two feet of the water. She was badly injured and when picked up was in an uncon- sciOuS condition, being taken to the hospital immediately, where an ex- animation was made, and though seriously bruised, no bones were broken. She did not regain con- sciorsness until that night, but is nov getting along nicely.
 It was miracle that the acident Was not more serious, as the road is dangerous one, and had either Mrs. Neel or the baby fallen into the river, they undoubtedly would have drowned before assistance reached them.
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An Explosion at the Shannon Mine.

On last Sunday the Shannon mine was the scene of d most seriOu' accident, in which two men lost their lives and seven were badly injured. The explosion took place in an open cut, in which force of men were working. Black powder W being used for the blasting and as heavy loads were being used, it was neces- sary to drill extra large holes. While loading one of these holes q good sized rock fell in. One of the men attempted to extract the rock by the careless Use of steel bar, resulting in the explosion. This work has al ways been under strict supervision of the mine boss, who happened to be absent a few moments before the accident. The man who was handling the bar, strange to say, escaped with out serious injury, while his com panions received the effects of the
 flying rock. The men killed and in- iured were MeXicans and Spaniards.
 Several of the injured men were
 brought to the company hospital in Clifton and are getting along nicely.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Incorporation Election Set for March 20.

The board of supervisors, at its meeting this week, ordered an cleo tion to be held at the South Clifton school house on March 10th for the purpose of deciding whether or not Clifton shall be incorporated as a town. The calling of this election was upon the request of a large num- Der of citizens and taxpayers resid- ing in this precinct, which will take in all the company property as well as residence sections, of the town.
 According to the law only those whose names appear on the tax list shall be entitled to vote and in order to prevent illegal voting, J. H. Kerby has been appointed to prepare list of names for the election board. The following have been named as the election board. The following have been named as the election board: c. O. Blling>ley, judge; C.. A. Franz and J. Backstein, inspect ors; J. H. Kerby and R. R. Ball, clerks.
 This is one of the most important questions ever presented to the Cliff ton people, as by their vote they are to decide whether or not this town is to enter the role of an up-to-date town or remain in its present condi- tiou as a plain mining camp. InCOr- pOratiOn is the only means by which any changes for the betterment of the town can be accomplished, as under such rules each pro oerty owner must give support according to the valuation of his holdings. For this reason every citizen interested in a better Clifton should vote for incor- DOrdtiOn
The copper era., 1909-02-11
MORENCI ITEMS.

F. w. Shanton, who has been spend ing his vacation in California, ar, rived home last week.
 l Messrs. Wigmore and Collister, ot Clifton, were doing some field work for the A. C. Co. in Morenci Monday.
 Earle Mason, of che A. c. Engineer ing departme mt at Clifton, was a visitor in Morenci Tuesday, the guest of F. B. Ely.
 "Fdu5t" was given to a full house llst week and delighted those who heard it. This is stronger company than one usually sees in this camp.
 MT. Hopper, of the Double Circle ranch, spent the first of the week in camp visiting his wife and friends. Mrs. Hopper makes this her home. NJ. L. MdlrOven who has a position with the A. c. O. at this place, has moved his family up from Clifton and will make this their home in the future.
 H. w. Chester, of Chicago, is spending the week with his son, c. F. Chester. He likes the climate so well that he is almost persuaded to remain all winter.
 A. R. I3lauer, of MOrenci, who re- gently underwent an operation in the Clifton hospital, is up and around again and expects to be able to re- sume work soon. f"'
 r. J. Haniford, of the D. c. store, left last week for two months trip in the east. He expects to attend the inaugural exercises in Washing .on on the 4th of March.
 Rev. Love, of Clifton, changed pulpits with Rev. Krichbaum last Sunday. Rev. Love is very forci- ble speaker and his sermons were greatly enjoyed by his audiences.
 B. D. Umholtz of Parsons Kansas was a sight seer in Morenci this week. It has been several years since MT. Umholtz WAS here before and he was surprised at the growth of the camp.
 Chas. Hunt, who has been employed n the D. C. mill for some time as re- pair man. has resigned his position, and left the latter part of last week tor Colorado, where he expects to Ike his home in the future.
 A. A. Brooks who was formerly in the employ of the A. c. Co, but for the past two years has beel farming near Ash Grove, Mo-, has decided that the life of a farmer is too slow for him and has returned to Morenci.
 The machinery tor the new cleo tric powerhouse of the A. c. Co. is being installed and will be ready for operation in few days. This is an up-to date plant and will furnish power for the electric haulage.
 The new coach for the Morenci Southern arrived last week and was put into commission at once. It is combination coach and observation car and will add greatly tn the com fort of lassengerS while enjoying the of riding over one of the most crooked roads in the world.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Clifton Man to Engage in Business in
 Globe.

Information has reached Clifton to the effect that Adolph Schwarz, formerly manager of the Chase creek A. c. store, who left Clifton a couple of years ago to take the management of the company store at Kofa, Ari- zona, has resigned his position and moved to Globe, where he will engage in the mercantile business for him. self. MT. Schwarz is competent business man, and his many friends in this district are predicting his sue cess in the new field. Pat Barnett, who has been a resident of Clifton a number ot years, has resigned his position with the A C. store depart ment and will move to Globe, where he will join MT. Schwarz in his busi- ness venture.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Death Of Dave ArZate.

The death of David Arzate, for many years a resident of Clifton, which occurred in Phoenix last week, removed from this earth man who commanded the friendship and re- spect of all whom he came in con tact with. He was about forty years of age, q great portion of which time he spent in Graham county, having served this precinct ds d peace officer with much credit 10 himself the past six years.
 Little Dave, as he was commonly known, entered many close places in the discharge of his duties as an officer, in one of which he was struck on the head with d siXshooter, which no doubt was the cause of his death. Though he was knocked out at the time, he soon recovered. and his friends thought that he was all right again, but several months ago his friends noticed that he was und er- going d serious change in his mental faculty. His condition gradually grew worse until it was necessary for him 10 seek the services of d surgeon and as d result recently underwent an operation in Phoenix. For time it seemed as though ne was getting along nicely, but unfavorable changes took place and death soon claimed him.
 H., was buried in Phoenix. where the fun rIl was conducted under the auspices of tie Ei%ie lodge, he being d member of the local Aerie. He leaves wife anu two children, be sides many friends Tn Clinton, to mourn hia death.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

There will be no preaching at the Methodist Church next Sunday morn- ing on account of the pastor being at Duncan, where he IS filling his regu- lar appointment. He will return on the $40 p. m. train and will fill the usual night appointment. Every one is cordially invited to come and par take of the service. Miss Bottorff will please us with a solo and all who have the good of the cause at heart will please be sure and attend the services. There will be $ tbb1th School at D. n. and all are ernest ly requested to be there with the children
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Coming to Clifton.

Major F. Waite, of Fl Paso, will conduct special Salvation servIces in Clifton on February 18th and l4th. Open air service Saturday, 18th, on East Side at 6:50 D. m, and later on Chase creek, followed by a meeting in our hall. Come just::as you are; Il don't love Him, come anyway. for He loves you. On Sunday at 7:30 D.. m., there will be a real red hot blood and fire Salvation Army meeting. conducted by Major Waite, assisted by Captain and Mrs. Pollgreen. You are welcome.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
BaDtiSt Church.

Our Bible school is well organized. We have seven excellent teachers. Visit our school and if you are pleased join a class. Services Il d. m , ''Union With Christi" Junior G:30 D m., special program; services 7:30 P. m., Workingmen and Human Brotherhood. Come and worship with us.
 Our Ideal-Every Man a Christian and Every Christian d Man.
 Our Motto-Trust God and Work.
 w. M. Riddle, pastor.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Extra Good Entertainm ent.

"Damon and Pythias" presented at the opera house last Saturday night by the Sanford Dodge company, uu- der the auspices of Clifton Lodge No. 17, Knights of Pythias, was one of the best entertainments ever seen in Clifton. The hall was packed and all who attended were more Il an pleased with the strong demonstra- tion of friendship and the excellence of tine actors. It was beyond doubt the most interesting affair ever rem dered by the local lodge. The next function to be given by the lodge will be q smoker at the Empire Thedter hall on Fctruary l9 h, being the anniversary of the order. All members of tie order will be wei come and special invitations will be issued.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Coronado Railroad.

Passenger Service.-In effect Jan. 10, 1905. Train No. leaves Clifton TAO a. m: Long fellow g. 10 a. m .: arrivesMetcalf S25 a. m. NO.5 leaves Clifton 45 p. nl.; Longfellow 40 p. 10 . arrive Metcalf4 25 p. m.
 Train No. 2. leaves Metcnlf $50 a. m.: Long fellow 9:1O a. m.; arrives Clifton g. 30 a m No-i leaves Metealf4 4 45 D. m., Longfellow 5.OO p. IT arrives Clifton 5.2O p. m.
 GEO. WAGsTAFF, Supp NORMAN CARMICHAEL. Gen'l Manager.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

Miss Mary Murtaugh, one of the teachers in the South Clifton school, is sick this week with humps. Her placein the school is being filled by Mrs. w. B. Foote.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Sunday Services attheDifferent Churches.
PreSbyterian Church.

Sunday School at 9:30 a. m; morn. ing service II a. m.; Christian En- deavor p. m.; evening services 7:35 Every body cordially invited. Curry H. Love, pastor.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Catholic Church.
DURING THE wINTER)

DURING THE WINTER) St. Michael Church Shannon Hill) mass every other Sunday at 500 d. m. Sacred Heart Church (Chase creek mass every Sunday at 9:45 d. m.: evening service zoo. Rev. Joseph Garnet, priest.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

Charley Freeman, proprietor ot the Clifton plaIing mill, is suffering with d severe attack of rheumatism. He is exhibiting plans of a handsome new Methodist church building, which s to be erected in Duncan in the near f,1fure
The copper era., 1909-02-11

z. c. Prina, and H. J. Dowdle, both members of the board of supervisors, spent couple of days of last week in Clifton. While here they acquainted themselves with minor details in con- nection with their official duties. Upon their return they visited Dur can. Both of these gentlemen are new at the supervisors business, but after few meetings they will traus- act county business like old tim ITS
The copper era., 1909-02-11

Mrs. Paul Reisinger wi entertl n d number of the young people of Cliff ton with a valentine party on the evening of February 18th.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

Attention is called to the statement of the First National bank, which ap- pears in this issue. And watch for their new ad. next week.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

c. w. Walker, who has been em- ployed in the concentrators of the local companies the past several years, left this week for Kelvin, where he has accepted a position in one of the new concentrators of the new Kelvin mining district.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

B. r. Billingsle4. the pioneer me = chant of Duncan. spent Tuesday in Clifton on business. MT. Biilingsley is strong advocate of county division and is authority for the statement that the Duncan section strongly favocs the measure. He also reports that the Duncan valley i, fast coming to the front and is bid ding welcome to many newcomers.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

Practice shooting at the Shannon traps last Sunday afternoon. resulted in the following records: True 9, Manville 9, Wilkinson 16, Nolan II, Alberts 15, Bond IT, Bartholomew 23, Bleistein IT, Davis 9, Walter Millert 23, Goolsby F, Maley II.
 The results on the Clifton grounds were as follows: Wm. Allender l9, Reisinger 21, Dunn l6, Cotey II, Kane 20, A. Allerder 2l, Laiue 15, Sinms 19, Harvey r, Van Dorn 6.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

Invitations are out announcing q valentine party to be given by Mes danes Abraham and Bernstein on Monday afternoon, February 18th.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

Swigert Bros, opticians, can relieve you or your eye troubles. In Clifton February ? to 27.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
Nnt:cp tl Si0ckhn,derS.

The regular annual me ring Of the stoc<' olGerS of th- Clifton. Water and Improve meut Company will le .eld at their office iucClifton. Al zona, March lSt. 1919, at 10 o'clUt k d. u ( L:FTON WATER Co
 By M | WARDEN.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

J. F. McNiel, who has served the Shannon Copper company as chief carpenter the past severel years, has been transferred from Clifton to Globe, where he will take charge of the carpenter dep ,r'inent of the Ari- zona Commercial company. H. i~ a irst-class mechanic and has many friends in Clifton who regret his de- parture. but wish hIm >uccrss in his new location. Ms. McNril will re main in Clifton until ne gets located. The vacancy caused by the change will be filled by David McNeil, d brother ot the former chief. David has been employed in the Shannon carpenter department Tn Clifton several years, and as he is a frst-class mechanic this department is left in good hands.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

FOR SALE-Two cottages above nigh water mark. Will be sold cheap for Cash. Apply at this office
The copper era., 1909-02-11

A. E. Jac lueS, popular young man who fJrmery resided in Clifton and Metcalf. met with q fatal ac- cident in Globe the first of this week. It is reportei that he attempted to moving train, when he slipped and fell under the wheels, the train pass ing over his body, resulting in instant death. The remdius were shipped to his o!d home in Springfield, Mo.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

Important rumOrs are floating around Clifton this week in connec- tion with the Copper Mines Company of Arizona, which company owns a large number of valuable mining claims in this district, announcement of which will in all probability be made in the next issue of this paper
 This paper is kept on file at the Drake Advertising Agency, Inc, 427 South Main St, Los Angeles, and 77S Market St., San Francisco, where contracts for advertising can be made for it.
The copper era., 1909-02-11
MINOR MENTION :

Mrs. J. G. Cooper entertained a number of her friends last Saturday afternoon.
 The banks and leading stores of Clifton will celebrate Lincoln's birthday tomorrow by closing their doors.
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Lost or S;raYed.

One blue horse mule branded sc l6 on neck and w on left shank Ten dollars reward vii be paid for re- turn of said mule to the Shannon Copper company'S mines at Metcalf.
 SHANNON COPPER Co.
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PURELY PERSONAL


Mrs. T. P. Clark visited Duncan Tuesday last.
 Jim Parks was up from Duncan Wednesday on business.
 Judge NJ. J. Egan left this morning for Phoenix, where he will spend a few days.
 Mrs. Lamar Cobb, Jr., Miss Davis and Mrs. Lamar Cobb, ST., visited friends in Metcalf Tuesday last.
 L. Kearney, one of our local at torneys, spent a few days of tLis week in Solomonville on business.
 c. c. Williams, one of the Shannon converter foremen, left Tuesday morning on a short visit to Fl Paso.
 Mrs. Henry Dietrich left Monday morning for Chicago, where she will spend short time visiting relatives and friends.
 A. G. McAllister, district attorney of Graham county, spent Saturday last in Clifton on business connected with his office.
 Mir. and Mrs. NJ. r. Farrer, who have been residents of Clifton the past two years, left this morning for their new home in San Francisco.
 Rev. HoTpauir, of the local Metho- dist church. is spending few days Of this week Tn Duncan, where he is looking after church interests.
 The Messrs Young, who have been visiting MT. and Mrs. Deli Potter, left Monday for Phoenix. They were accompanied by Miss Ollie Potter.
 Mrs. A. L. Townsend, of Bisbee, arrived the latter part of last week to spend short time here on visit to her parents, Nr. and Mrs. Henry Hill.
 C. w. Wacaser, who recently re- signed his position as book keeper for the New Engiaud company, left this ek for Douglas, where he may locate in the future.
 E. C. Mas ,n, one of the pharmacists employed in the A. C. drug depart me It, and who recently recovered from d case of humps. left this week for d vacation trip to his old home at rallageda, Alabama.
 Albert Warren, who owns a con siderable amount of real estate in Clifton, cane up from Fl Paso for few days this week. He stated that he may invest in farming property in the valley and on Tuesday left for Duncan.
 H. H. Dyer, superintendent of the Shannon mines at Metcalf, returned Saturday evening from Los Angeles, where he spent the past three weeks. He reports that he secured a family residence on the coz st.. where Ii, family will reside in the future on ac- count of the schooling of his children.
 J. w. Lancaster, local Wells-FargO express agent, visited Fl PasO Sal urday returning home Sunday. He accompanied Mrs. Lancaster and lit tie daughter and Mrs. Petty, who We're en route to Colorado Springs, where Mrs. Lancaster will spend some time for the benefit of her health.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

William II. Smith, of Denver, Colo, arrived in Clifton this week to take charge of the office work of the New England and Clifton Copper company. Mir. Smith is an expert accountant and has taken up his residence at the miue. To which place the company recently moved it's offices.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

transformations 5nl roses every Friday night Telephone your orders to the A. C. drug department.
 The Empire will put on the ''Pls- Sion" play in the near future. This Is a PLthe film and 3ll4 feet long.
The copper era., 1909-02-11

The Arizona Lumber company this week started in operation its new blaming mill on Chase creek. The mill will be run by electl licity and will be under the management of Jac< SIdcbotham, one of the best mechanics Ill this district
The copper era., 1909-02-11

The Catholic Guild is making pre- paratiunS for serving d large number of Clifton people with cuchiladas on the evening of February 20th at the Libr4ry hall. Don't forget the date.