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The copper era., 1909-09-23

THE Clifton-Morenci district, dur ing the past several months, has undergone the inspection of a num- Der of prominent mining experts who are identified with some of the biggest mining interests in the world The gentlemen who compiled lengthy and descriptive reports of the won- derful possibilities of mining claims that have been idle for number of years have not given out any infor- nation for publication, but in per sonal interviews each one of them stated that they had seen some of the best indications in existence. Ia this portion of their report every mining man familiar with conditions in this district heartily agree. The visit of these gentlemen no doubt means more for the future development of this great district than can be imag- ined at this date. We have patient ly awaited our turn to be recognized by the big mining interests of the United States, who have within the past five years, spent millions of dol lars in our neighboring camps of Bisbee and Globe. We are glad that these interests have in many instances met with success, thereby illustrat- ing that the copper mining fields of Arizona generally make good" when ever they are given a proper test. Though the Clifton-Morencl district seems to be one of the last districts to receive the attention of the ''big fellows" there is little doubt of it showing greater returns for the amount of capital expended on de- velopmeut than either of the districts mentioned above. Our greatest draw back has always been the lack of in- terest in our old successful companies in boosting the new ones along, but we are glad to state that they have that new enterprises and the devel- opment of this district means greater revenues to them in patronizing their railroads. All Of our old companies own a sufficient amount of mining property to insure an immense ore supply for many years to come, and naturally it is to their interest to let the outside world know of what a grand success they have made. Our annual and steady average produc- tion should convince our outside friends that this district deserves their attention.
The copper era., 1909-09-23
Will Shoot at Tucson.

The Clifton gun club will be repre- sented at the territorial shot gun tournament at Tucson, to be held this week, by such crack shots as Captain Paul Reisinger, Captain A. M. Tuthill, Dr. l.. A. w. Burtch, J. B. Murphy and Wm. Allender. We have several other crack shots who could not get away from their work, but it is a foregone conclusion that the above gentlemen will figure in some of the S11O0 that is being offered for prizes. The three last named gentlemen left this morning for Tue. son, where they will meet the cap tains, who are returning from the re- cent N. G. A. encampment.
 Our boys left here decorated with blue ribbons bearing the following inscription: "Come to Clifton-Mo renci in 1910; It's all yours" The meaning of the inscription is that the three gun clubs of the Clifton Morenci district will combine and if possible bring the next territorial shoot to this district. It is no trick for our boys to break everything in in sight when it comes to shooting blue rocks, and unless the Tucson authorities work off some blank shells on them they are coming home with the "money."
The copper era., 1909-09-23

FOR years Arizona has been lacking in the spirit of proper boosting, with the exception of a few mining dist ricts. Our people do not take the proper interest in the territorial fair, which is now of annual occur renee at the city of Phoenix. Es- pecially is interest lacking in the Clifton-Morenci district in the min- eral exhibit at that city, and Con- missioner Luther Green of Solomon vile is complaining of the mining interests not supplying him with exhibits. In past years Graham county has not figured very strongly in attendance at the territorial fair and as there are to be many interest ing attractions there this November we should make an effort to have a better presentation this year.
The copper era., 1909-09-23
Morenci Wins Aeain.

There seems to be some Jonah on the second ball team that is now using the name of Clifton. Our boys crossed bats last Sunday afternoon with Morenci and for the first seven innings everything belonged to Cliff ton. The score at that time was 3-2 in favor of Clifton with our boys playing steady game, but in the fatal eighth Morenci took a streak and piled up five runs in one inning. Those who caw the game report that it was the equal of any ot the games put up by the big teams this season; and many of them say it was much more interesting.
The copper era., 1909-09-23
Mexican Celebration a Success.

Several thousand Mexican citizens of Clifton, Metcalf and Morenci par. ticipated in the 18th celebration at this place last Wednesday night and Thursday. The parade, in which the members of the various lodges took part, was one ot the largest ever seen at similar occasion. Speeches were made by number of the lead ing Mexicans and a grand time was had at the big ball Thursday night, which lasted until daylight Friday. Every man who possibly could, took a day off and celebrated.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

G. w. Williams, Sr., who left Cliff ton several weeks ago on a visit to the exposition at Seattle, the Yellowstone Park, and other interest ing points, returned home last week. When he arrived ia Seattle he joined a party of hunters who spent several weeks having a good time, and re- turning from that trip he went to Salt Lake, where he spent the bal ance of his time. He reports that he had a good time, but was glad to get back to Clifton. On the way home from Salt Lake he spent several days at the Grand Canyon.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

Hal Young, Will Grant and MT. Jackson, of Metcalf, came down one day last week en route for big quail hunt in the Duncan country. After laying in big supply of ammunition and securing three gattling guns they were informed that they were just thirty days ahead of the season, that the opening day was on October 18th instead of September 18th. Like all sports should do, they bundled up their guns and ammunition and went back home. But, oh, there will be a hot time for the quail when they do get to them,
The copper era., 1909-09-23
The Quail Season.

The shortening of the quail season by the last legislature has been the cause of much confusion, and though the ERA has printed the open ing and closing dates several times there are yet many hunters who do until October 18th and closes on February 1st. Complaint has been made to the territorial game con- missioner that number of hunters have been shooting quail in the Cliff ton-Morenci-puncan district and he has issued special warning to the members of the gun clubs in this dis trict, in which he has informed them that a number of special game wardens have been appointed to look after those hunters who have no regard for the law.
 Every person who enjoys shooting quail should realize that unless he helps to protect the game law, and whenever he knows that a person has violated law, report him, it will only be a matter of few years until there will be no quail left. For some reason the quail crop was ex- ceedingly short this year and shoot ing is not going to be very good. Unless the sports endeavor to protect the game, there will be none in the future. A few convictions and S25.00 fines will cure some people of the habit of shooting quail out of season.
The copper era., 1909-09-23
THE SHEEP QUESTION
CattIemen are Worked Up Over Fossil
 biIity of Sheep Driveway.

The cattlemen of the Apache Ma tional and Black Mesa forest reserves are greatly worked up over the possi- bility of the government granting the sheep men a permit to drive their sheep through these reserves from Springerville over into the Gila val ley, where it is planned to shear them. It has been a number of years since a sheep drive has been allowed through the above mentioned ranges and old time cattlemen we'll remember the damage that was suf- fered at that time by the cattle in- terests. The cattlemen have a just right and are making a rigid protest against the possible destruction that they are facing at the present time and their arguments should receive diligent consideration on the part of the forest reserve officers. It is esti- mated that there are about 100, ,00G head of sheep to be driven through that country if the driveway is es- tablished and it is authoritively esti- | DdlCO IudI Lu1S uuLDUCA O1 SACOp VIII strip slick and clean a path at least six miles wide. The cattlemen pay annually large amount of money to the forest reserve in grazing fees and they should certainly receive protection against any such proposi- tion as they are at present facing. A petition has been circulated and was signed by a large number of the cattlemen and it is to be hoped that it will have the desired effect.
 One of the greatest drawbacks to the cattle interests in this section is the fact that the cattlemen are not organized and are really not in a position 70 protect their own inter- ests. In matter of this kind they could save great deal of time and expense by making their objection in solid body, which would also have more force than a petition which may not reach some of the biggest interests on account of lack of time or something else. Why not form a local organization and work together instead of each fellow fighting his own battle and all getting the worst of it eventually.
 If the forest reserve officers grant the proposed sheep driveway it will certainly be black eye to the cat | tlemen
The copper era., 1909-09-23
MORENCI ITEMS.

Miss Cleora Moore spent Saturday in Clifton.
 Mrs. Larkin Neel, of Clifton, was Tuesday afternoon.
 Miss Martin, of Clifton, visited her brother Saturday night.
 Mrs. A. s. Livingston was visiting friends in Clifton Saturday.
 Miss O'Connell, nurse at the D. c. hospital, rode to Clifton Saturday to visit her brother.
 Taken as a whole the Mexican celebration this year was much slower than the one last year.
 Considerable damage was done to -one of the large gas engines at the power house Friday evening.
 Jack Reumenapp returned Thurs day of last week from Los Angeles, after two weeks vacation.
 Mrs. M. Harrison left last Friday for Denver, Colo, her former home, where she will visit indefinitely.
 Mrs. B. A. Edgington, who has been spending the summer at her former home in Alimedo, Cal, re- turned Sunday.
 Sundays game between the so- called first team and the Independ- ents was not much of a drawing card or game either
 Len Scott and wife returned from Colorado Wednesday of last week where Len went to get an Italian cattle thief who was wanted in this country.
 Friends in camp will be glad to learn that Geo. Longwell has returned to Clifton for the coming basket ball season. They say that he did not come back alone either.
 The A. c. ball team seem to be in a class by themselves, leaving out the first team, as they again added an other victory to their list Sunday by defeating the Clifton Greys.
 A couple of the troop members re- turned Monday night and report a fine time. The remainder of the troop are taking trip through the Grand Canyon and will return Satur- day evening.
 Mrs. J. &. Burns and Miss Crozier entertained a few of their friends Saturday night. A very enjoyable evening was spent playing five hun dred, after which light refreshments were served.
 Our friend Erickson seems to be an all around man. Evidently he has had some experience at some of the fairs before coming out here, judging from the outfit he had at the Mex ican celebration Thursday.
 R. Crittenden returned Thursday night from Los Angeles, where he spent the last week of his vacation. The rest of the time Crit used to good advantage taking in the fair at Seattle and visiting other cities in the northwest.
 The dance given at the Club Thurs day was Success so far as numbers were concerned, but the music was not what was expected. The musi- clans were evidently trying to cele- brate with the Mexicans and forgot that they ever had an engagement.
The copper era., 1909-09-23
<Trains stop on signal.
 GEORGE A. WAGsTAFF,
 Superintendent

BENSON and Bisbee certainly have had their troubles with typhoid fever this summer and the number of cases seem to be increasing in spite of the drastic measures that the health de- partments have engaged in to check it. This is probably caused by those places not taking proper precautions at the right time. In Clifton we have been rather free of this disease until the last few weeks, and though we have several cases at the local hospitals, nearly all of them were contracted on the outside of fowp
The copper era., 1909-09-23
Fell 65O Feet to Death.

On last Monday morning when the night shift was coming out of the New England Copper King mine Atalino Hernandez, a Mexican miner, fell off of the ore bucket and landed at the bottom of the shaft distance of $50 feet. There were several other men on the bucket at the time Of the accident, but none of them know anything about it except that he fell. He was standing on the edge of the bucket and holding the cable with one hand, when his feet slipped. His body was mangled beyond recogni- tion from the fall and he landed on his head at the bottom of the shaft. Judge Moder was called to the mine Monday and held an inquest. The verdict of the jury was to the effect that he came to his death by acci- dent. It is understood that the en- gineer operating the hoist was in no way responsible for the accident.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

Donations to the flood sufferers at Monterey, Mexico, from Clifton has not proven to be very popular move.
 As the relations of Americans to the
 residents of Monterey are not very close, it is not surprising that they have failed to donate without being solicited; but it is indeed strange that none ot the Mexican people have re- sponded. Up to this date it seems as though they are afraid to entrust money with a newspaper man. Well, it is pretty hard proposition for the country editor to get money, anyway.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

The many friends of w. M. Clark, of Duncan, formerly a resident of Clifton, will. regret to learn of his fathers death, which occurred at Duncan last week.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

Antonelle & Cotey, railroad con tractors, paid off their employees yes terday, just three days ahead of time As a result it looked like old times at Clifton and Metcalf. All of the Mexicans seemed to have a little money. It is not generally known but many of the Mexicans working or the railroad drew pretty good checks It is now estimated that this railroad work will be completed about the first of the year.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

Class and private tuition during the winter evenings in "Script, :" Shorthand, easy to write and learn. Terms reasonable. For particulars call upon (after D. m.) Alex. P. Basher, (F. s. s. s., London. Eng J care Mrs. c. Chapman, South Clifton, or write Box 656. [ 2J
The copper era., 1909-09-23
Pertaining to CliftOn-MOrenci Dis
 trict and Surrounding Camps.

Both the A. c. and Shannon smell ters have made good average run so far this month and will complete the month with their usual outputs.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

The big Shannon-Arizona railroad bridge on Shannon hill, near the shelter, is now beginning to look like something. All of the bents are up and it will soon be ready for busi- ness. Tracklaying on the first part of the road will soon be in order and it will not take long until the first locomotive will be hitting the road.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

The Coppermines Company of Ari- zona is getting in shape for the start ing of development work on a large scale as a result of the recent visit of Henry Catlin, prominent mining exnert
The copper era., 1909-09-23

WANTED-A young man to share a comfortable room in desirable loca- tion, Call on John Pollock.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

The Standard Mines continue to contribute their average output of copper ore to the D. c. shelter at Morenci. The silver-copper ore from the San Jose claims continues to re- main as good as usual.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

Development work on the Stevens and Chase Creek copper company claims is now proceeding nicely and those who are in a position to know report that some good news will be forthcoming in the near future.
The copper era., 1909-09-23
DEW DROP
 LOU MORRIS. PrOpr.

{ During the warm weather GI6 we have on exhibition,
 other curiosities, the smallest schooner in town.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

Chickens. Try a milk fed chicken from Smith $ store.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

The completion of the new Shannon railroad to the copper field above Metcaif is going to be the means of opening up considerable amount of new country from which little ship ping has been done in the past on ac- count of high transportation charges.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

Decoetions Compounded Night or Day by the most Polite and Affdble MixoIo- gists on the Western Slope. lnforma- ton furnished about the Bear Dens ot the Mogonons and Trout Ponds ofN. M.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

The work on the new gold mill at the Gold Belt property is now well under way and it is reported by Messrs. Backstein and Dillon that they will have it running by the con- tracted time.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

The Missabe Morenci company, which concern has been disposing of treasury stock for development pur- poses is soon to commence work on its claims. They have similar in dications to the Simpson group, and with development work should do something.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

Favorable reports continue to come from the development work that is being done on the Polaris property by the Southwestern development and reduction company. It is prob able that important announcements will be made regarding this property within the near future.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

Cheese, Swiss. Limburger and Neuf- chake at Smiths store.
The copper era., 1909-09-23

The new strike made on the Simp- son group of the A. c. company in Gold Gulch has been good thing for the Mexicans who had a lease on it and they have taken great deal of extra high grade ore from the tunnel in which the ore was discovered. Judging from reports the A. c. com pany has found another good mine.
The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12
BEAT
 VIG 'LAGLEN
(ey United Press)

VANCOUVER, B. C., March H. Jack Johnson, heavyweight of the world. did not box six rounds with Denver Ed Martin last night, but n. stead took on Victor McLaelen tho big Tacoma pugilist for ,ae same distance.
 Johnson did not extend himself dur. ing the bout but he hit McLaglan al most at will and m tba dnh round n" nearly iu16eE~d him ouLr llo1cdnl5 have finished him had no desired
 After the bout Johnson was given a banquet by his admirers Uo Io0 this morning to visit his mothafNS Sl Galveston. Texas.
The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12
PRINCESS HAD GOOD TRIP

The Princess May of Che C. P. R. docked at Skagway at l o'clock today after a smooth trip with Iol passen. gers and 60 tons Of freight SiNW.siN of the passengers travelled first class and the rest were steorago passon gers, most of whom are going Co rho interior
 The Princess May will leave for Vancouver at s o'clock this evening taking about ten passengers and a small amount of freight
The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12
NEWARK P0LIGE
 ARREST SEVEN
CBy United Press.)

NEWARK, N. J March ll-Scycn members of the congregation of the St. Stanislaus church were arrested today charged with being implicated in the assassination of Father An- sone the priest. who was mysterious ly slain yesterday in the rectory.
 His housckcepcr who struggled with the assassins to save the priest and was herself dangerously wounded will be asked to identify the suspects as soon as she recovers sufficiently
The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12

WASHINGTON. D. C. March H. The American Federation Of Labor today won a partial victory in the circuit court Of appeals in the dcci- sion which was recently handed down prohibiting the Fcderauonist, the or ucial paper Of thc Federation Of La Dor. from commenting upon any phass Of the trial concerning the Buck Stove company boycott
The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12
HbSEY IS SENTENCED

Special Dispatch to Daily A'askanl
 Edward Hasey. found guilty of as. sault with a deadly weapon on the person of John Phillips. In connection with the Keystone Canyon trouble, was sentenced to serve IS months In the federal prison at McNeirs Island. Sentence was passed Tuesday by Judge Gunnison. X motion for a new trial was denied.
The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12
VISITORS ARE
 BEATEN AGAIN

The woman's teams of whitehorse and skagway bovled two games yes terday aftornoon,and the local ladies finished lO3 pins in the lead They won the first game by score Of 555 to 579.
 In the second game Mrs. .sunebauEh rolled a 200 score. It was the highest score made by a woman on the EIks' alleys this year and her fine bowling won repeated applause from the gal lerics
 The Whitchorse boVlsrs were sn- tortaincd st The EIks club last night with bowling. cards and refreshments In an impromptu game the skaEway men bovIers defeated ths whItehorse men by pins Tor boS Of cigars
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The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12
SWARM
 BY MILLIONS

PHILADELPHIA, Pa.-"A fairly well.advanced case of tuberculosis in a patient who expectorates once in five minutes will liberate from the lungs of such patient 3,OOO,OOO,OOO tubercuIar baclu in twenty.four hours. said Dr. c. Fontain Maury Leidy. one of the demonstrators at the International Tuberculosis Exhi- bition this morning.
 Tt can readily be seen of what critical importance it is" said Dr.. Leidy. ito adopt the strictest sanitary measures to prevent the spread of thi
The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12
TOWN TALK

Oak olson of Juneau came up from Uamcs on the Iegg yesterday
 The Whitchorse bowlers and the rootcrs lief, on the train this morn. ing for Whitehorso
 Dave StaudIer the genial Juneau travelling man, arrived on the Hum boldl and will be In town for several
 Miss Carrie Benson and Miss Irene umos returned to Skagway on the Hogs yesterday after visit at Hatnes.
 Mr. and Mrs. Archie King and Dr. and Mrs. Cable leave on the Princess May for Victoria. where Mrs King win undergo an operation
 Jimmy Luotcr of whtchorsc sas horned last night when he was In. 3ua.cd info The sIagway Lodge No. lsI, B. p c. En,s.
 f6e cottage prayer meeting Of the Presbyterian church will be held in the parsonage this evening at 8 O clock An are invited to attend.
 LOsT-snyor mounted MaIacca Cane. bearing iuluals.w. T w." Return to Mr. White at thc bank and receive reward
 IT, W. Vance. manager Of the Yu- kon Gold District Mining company at Conrad. with Mrs Vance and daughte were visitors in skagway for the past three days
The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12

Pat Rcnwioll went to Buro creek yesterday for a sojouru of 30 few days
 w. A. Reid, army secretary of the Y. M. C. A.. has received orders to report in New York on April for the purpose of consulting with the or- dccrs of the association. He will re- turn and make his annual river trip on the Yukon about July
 The Georgia arrived from Juneau at g o'clock last night and departed for Juneau at s o'clock this morning. She brought up a light mail and no passengers. Ook Olson went out on her for Juneau and Assistant IT. s. Attorney Bammu left for Haines.
 
 J. J. Rogers. who was formerly IT,. $. commissioner in Skogway. is now at the Green River hot springs in Washington in very serious condi- tiou. His health is broken down and his recovery is doubtful. Word of his condition was received by his father-iu-law in this city. Mr. Cohen.
 
 An immense hippodrome is planned for the A.-Y-P. exposition by Martin Beck, head of the Orpheum circuit this big amusement house will be seen the latest vaudeville acts.
The daily Alaskan., 1909-03-12
LABOR LEADERS WIN POINT
United Pres, TsIesraph-csSIo ssr,Ies)

The Federation of Labor Is only prohibited from printing tho name Of the Buck Stove company in their "un. fair list" The court held that the press was entitled to freedom In mak. ing comments.
 This paves the way for an appeal In the case of Gompers. Mitchell and Morrison, the labor leaders who were sentenced 10 prison for publish. Ing critlcIsm of the supreme court