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Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08

ing total of Is cents for the maxi mum weight. This class applies to rural delivery routes and city de- livery.
 It will be observed that the rates of postage are largely reduced and the limit of weight is increased from four to eleven pounds. Parcels may be registered, and if lost, the value of each parcel shall not ex- ceed $25. A quantity not to ex- ceed 1000 identical pieces may be mailed without stamps by the pos tage being paid in money.
 Parcels post stamps must be used on all parcels, was the statement au- thorized yesterday by Postmaster Smith, of this city, otherwise the parcels entrusted to the mail will not be delivered, but held awaiting ownership. To accommodate pat rons the local office has received parcel postage stamps, which are nearly twice as large as the postage heretofore used. They are of a deep red, and range from l cent to 75 cents, each carrying an engraving emblematic of the service to be per formed in delivery.
 The 1 cent shows a Postal Clerk at work.
 The 2 cent a letter carrier.
 The 4 cent, a rural delivery scene, with horse and wagon.
 The 5 cent, a railroad mail train.
 The 10 cent steamship and mail tender.
 The IS cent, the auto service.
 The 20 cent, the aeroplane route
 The 25 cent, a manufacturing plant.
 The 75 cent, a harvesting scene
 The above stamps cannot be used for mail letter purposes, but are exclusively for parcels purposes.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
NEED LAWYERS
 AT THEIR ELBOW
(From Thursdays Daily.)


 According to the belief of the powers that be, it is necessary for the attorney general and his full staff to be within hailing distance of the state house during the ses- sions of the legislature of the state of Arizona, for fear those wise and august bodies mayhap should stray from the legal groove of lawmak- ing General Bullard and Assistant Attorney General Lewis Carpenter will both be absent from the state on January 2, so when this was brought to the attention of Cover nor Hunt by the attorney general, the governor promptly set the date of assembling the legislature three days further into the future than he had otherwise intended. The solons of the State will therefore meet on February }.
 Yesterday there were no sounds of mirth in the executive chamber. On the contrary, there were the sounds of erasers scratching off a certain date from certain letters. The certain letters were individual and personal New Years greetings of Governor Hunt to every mem Der of the senate and house of rep resentatives, containing the informa- ton that the legislature would meet on January p. In accordance with the executive change of mind, the January 2" had to be erased on 54 letters, and February 3" insert ed in lieu thereof.
 The fact that the legislature meet ing date has been set forward three days will not, however, make any difference in the amount of work that has been done in pre- pairing the call. Neither will it de- lay the issuance of the call. The general impression obtains that it IS necessary for thirty days to elapse between a call for session of the legislature and the assembling ot it, but this is not so. In calling the special session last year, only a week intervened between the call and the session, which seems to the fact that a months notice is not necessary. The pro vision of the constitution only pro vides for the first session of the first legislature. Other than that provision is made for the regular sessions of the legislature t.Iennially. The power to call the legislature is then conferred on the governor to call special sessions of the legis- lature at any time that he deem it necessary for the public good Arizona Republican.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
YOUNG AND DAY
 CLOSE CATTLE DEAL
QFrom Thursdays Dai1y.)

Levi Young and George Day, who returned yesterday from the eastern part of the county, closed up several deals for cattle, purchasing 500 head from various owners. The herd will be driven to the Mingus mountains and other ranging ground nearby for the winter, while the sheep of MT. Young will be transferred to lower elevations.
 MT. Young is a frequent visitor to this section but resides in Phoenix. He enjoys the distinction of being the heaviest individual taxpayer on livestock in this county and maintains permanent headquarters in the Black Hills range.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
PATENTS TO COAL
 LANDS AT LAST RECEIVED

Final action has been taken by the United States land office at Wash ington pertaining to the coal land locations made ;n October of 1909, in the southern part of Navajo coun- ty, and with the exception of three, patents were received in Prescott Monday by sixteen residents each of whom acquire absolute title to l60 acres of land designated as coal bearing. The three locaters whose titles are being held up for a few days until the final proofs are pass ed upon, are w. A. Cline for 16O acres, R. A. Heating, for 80 acres and w. L. Fox, for 80 acres.
 Those who have received their patents are George Merwin, J. NJ. W. Moore, Fred C. Moore, H. R. Woods, J. I. Gardner, Henry Brink meyer, F. E. Andrews, Ben Silver man, Dr. J. Harvey Blain, J. H. Mulrein, P. C. Wilder, J. E. Russell, Henry Rockmark estate, A. C. Mas sey, Henry F. Ashurst, and George Hubbell, all of whom at the time of making entry, were residents of this city.
 Mir Merwin was the discoverer of the coal belt as long ago as 1886 while fleeing from regegade Apaches. He camped in a ravine during the night time, and with the inquisitive ness of a well-trained prospector broke of cropping within a few feet of where he was camped, when it was found to be a slab of coal. He continued his flight to a point of safety, but in later years returned to make extensive observations. As time rolled by he was unsuccessful in making known the resources of that field, until the above Prescottites took the matter in hand.
 Immediately following the filing the government withdrew from en- try in that section all lands not in- cluded in the locations made. The vexatious delays incidental to the land office deliberations covered over three years of strict investigations. The new coal fields are situated about fifty miles to the south of Holbrook, and they can be reached on a grade less than one per cent with a railroad. A line is projected to run within a short distance of the loca- tions, several preliminary surveys be- ing made, and one during the pres ent year. The finest pine timber in the state abounds, while from stock raising or farming standpoint, the land is decidedly attractive.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
TITLE TO RICH
 MINE IS IN ISSUE
(From Fridays Daily.)

Litigation over title to the fam ous Gracey gold mines of MohaYe county will be resumed at Kingman next Monday, before Judge Duffy, of Santa Cruz county, Judge Krook being disqualified to hear the case.
 The suit is instituted by Ross Blakely, as administrator against Charles Gracey, the alleged owner, and the trial to take place will wind up a series of litigation that has been going on for several months.
 In mining circles the outcome is being awaited with very much inter est, the property being rated as a bonanza, and expert examination made place it as unquestionably the greatest known in the country in possibilities of gold production. E. s. Clark, the attorney of this city, left for Kingman yesterday and will represent MT. Gracey.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08

PHOENIX, Jan. 2-In one of the nerviest exhibitions seen in Arizona in a number of years, Deputy Sheriff Powers of Maricopa station, Pinal county, Wednesday night, single handed and alone, engaged in des- perate fight with J. C. Miller and Jack Williams, two men who escap- ed from the Florence jail early in the day, the result of which is that Miller is now dead, Williams back in custody and Powers is unhurt. The fight occurred a few miles north of Maricopa station last night shortly before midnight.
 Miller and Williams escaping from the Florence jail where they were serving sentences for having brok- .en into a box car at Maricopa, early in December, made their way to Tempe, it is thought on the Winkel- man train. Arriving at Tempe, they stole a hand car and started for Maricopa. Their possible where abouts were conjectured when the section foreman at Hanson junction notified the Phoenix officers that two men on a hand car passed him, going rapidly south. Suspecting these two men of being the two des- peradoes, Deputy Sheriff Powers at Maricopa, was immediately notified.
 Rejecting proffers of assistance, or company, the courageous deputy saddled his horse, grabbed his gun and started north at half past ten.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
COLONEL BISHOP
 ASKS TO BE RETIRED
From Thursdays Daily.)

Hassayampers throughout the state will be interested to learn that Colo nel Hoel s. Bishop, formerly station ed at Fort Whippie as a major of the Fifth Cavalry, was retired last week on his own request after nearly forty years service as a cavalry of hcer, and without reaching his age limit
 This distinguished officer passed through the early Indian campaigns. and was attached to the same regi- ment as General Thomas, both win ming fame in many fights in this and other sections of Arizona Colo nel Bishop at present is serving in the Philippines with his favorite regi- ment. With very few exceptions he is the last of the General Crook regime that was remaining on active duty when retirement took place. He enjoyed much popularity in civilian circles of this section.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
WHEELS OF JUSTICE
 WERE KEPT GRINDING
From Wednesdav's Da;ly.l

A resume of the administration of the Superior Court, which came into existence on February IA, 1912, on admission to statehood, was ob- tained yesterday from the records of Clerk Farley's office, and reveals data that will be learned of with very much interest. It shows that vast amount of judicial business was disposed of by Judge F. O.. Smith.
 On assuming the bench Judge Smith was confronted with over 300 cases on the old calendar of the district court. Practically all of these have been disposed of, where it has been possible to secure ser vice from litigants. The consoli- dating of the probate business with that of the civil and criminal, has necessarily entailed additional bur dens, and which to expedite, has ONNdSlOuCu SCSSlOHS. February there have been placed on the civil calendar 181 cases, 60 of which have been docketed since November lst. The new calendar compiled for 1913 shows a total of IA civil, Sl probate, juvenile, IS naturalization, and 5 criminal cases. The vast amount of criminal busi- ness disposed of. with the many civil suits adjusted, many of which were of prominent consideration, has won the admiration of the bar as sociation, and Judge Smith is the recipient of commendation from all attorneys for the celerity with which he has performed his arduous duties fearlessly and with justice to all. The receipts of the clerks of fee for the month of December were $431.30, from which can be inferred the amount of business be- ing transacted.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
NOW A POLICEMAN.
(From Fridays Daily.)

Herbert Faulkner, who will be re- membered several years ago as a student of the high school of this city, is on the police force of Chi cago, with the rank of sergeant He is six feet five inches in his stock ings and weighs 235- pounds. He was patrolman for eleven days. but performed a clever piece of criminal work which resulted in his elevation by the commission the day following.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
EAST AND WEST
 ROUTE THE ONE FAVORED
From Thursdays Dafly1

L. Patton, of Abilene, Kansas, and party, passed through the city yes terday in a Buick automobile, en route to the coast. They visited all points of historical and scenic interest. Mir. Patton is pronounced in his opinion that the east and west highway should by all means be built over the northern route in Arizona, as the country is without doubt the most attractive from a good roads standpoint, and the most wonderful in sightseeing of any division of the union. The long trip has been attended without the least delay, their car meeting with no mishaps whatever
 Journal -Miner-High class job work
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
PRISONER KILLED IN
 FIGHT WITH OFFICER
Deputy Sheriff Single Handed Engages In Fight With Desperate Escapes
 At Maricopa.

Northing more was heard of him for several hours and much appre- hension was felt for his safety be- cause of the known ability of the desperadoes in the use of fire arms. When they had about decided to go to Powers assistance, he arrived at Maricopa with Williams in tow. The two told of a story of the successful attempt of the deputy to halt the speeding hand car, of the fight in the night, the killing of Miller and the subsequent surrender of Williams, a few miles out of Maricopa on the MaricopaPhoenix line
 The dead man and his compan- ion were heavily armed and had shortly prior to leaving the Tempe vicinity burglarized a house about i've miles east of that place. Some of the jewelry obtained thus was found on both men.
 It is a coincidence that Deputy Sheriff Powers was the officer who arrested the men in December for breaking into a box car for which crime they were incarcerated in the Florence county jail
 Williams will be returned to Flor ence at once, under guard, as he is conceded to be a dangerous man.
 Both men are young; Miller was only 2 years of age, was of medium build, strong, aggressive and known as fighter. Williams is only 25 years yf age.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
AUTO PARTY IS
 PLEASED WITH PRESCOTT
Cl'rom Thursdays Daily.)

Mir. and Mrs. E. R. Wingarthe, of Jacksonville, Illinois, are in the city en route to the coast, after a five days sojourn at the Grand Can yon. They are members of an auto party, and visited the Petrifed For ests, the Cliff Dwellings near Flag staff and other points of interest. The Prescott climate for this time of the year, is revelation to them while the neat appearance of the city is also very much admired. They resume their journey on Sun day, and visit the state highway to- day to view the scenery of the mountains.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
NOTED PLAYERS WITH SEL|G
 COMPANY
From Fridays Daily.)


 With the exception of one or two who are en route from the Windy City, the personnel of the Prescott company of Selig motion picture producers became complete when the main contingent arrived early yesterday morning from Canon City, Colorado.
 Some noted players are with the aggregation, which is headed by Producer William Duncan and Man ager Marshall Stedman. MT. Dun can acts in the dual capacity of df- rector and leading man, in which latter role he nearly lost his life re- gently at the Colorado studio. A cowboy, misunderstanding his ord- CTS, fired two barrels of buckshot into the startled Thespian through "prop" door and the other mem bers of the company assisted Mrs Duncan for several days picking the debris from the region of the ribs of said Duncan. Fortunately, gold watch deflected a number of the shot and the victim is coming round nicely.
 Mrs. Stedman is leading lady and Mrs. Duncan plays in nearly every scenario. The charming poses of these ladies are already familiar to those who have identified Selig's western company on the local screens. All the ladies of the com pany are handsome and charming and all agree that they have come to the Mile High City prepared to enjoy its climate and hospitality.
 Work commences at 10 o'clock this morning Twelve scenarios arc in hand for immediate use and two reels a week will be shipped from the atelier on Western Avenue, the same used by the company recently operating in Prescott.
 w. N Selig, proprietor of the Selig Polyscope Company will visit this city next month. He writes Secretary Fraser that he is interest ed by the enthusiastic reports of Messrs. Pribyl and Cohen, who spi- ed out this county in advance of the establishment of the present com pany.
 Thomas Persons, manager of the Chicago studios, finds everything as represented in the long correspon- dence between the home office and the Chamber of Commerce and pro poses to leave the company here for a long stay Other good news is in the air, but the time is not ripe for making it public. Messrs. Mix and DeLong, the two star riders of the troupe, are known wherever broncho-busting fans foregather. The company brought out three trick horses from Chicago. A big Pack ard, which registers 73,900 miles on its speedometer and looks good enough for double the run, is one of the accessories brought along.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08

Mining location notices Tor sale at the Journal-Miner office.
Weekly journal-miner., 1913-01-08
PACELS POST LAW
 GOES INTO EFFECT
From ThursaaFs 1anyJ


 The parcels post law went into effect yesterday throughout the United States, and for the guidance of the public the following rules and regulations governing transmits sion of articles that come within the bounds Of the service, will prove of benefit to those affected.
 Advices received at the Prescott postofice state that hereafter fourth class mail matter shall embrace all other mail matter, including farm and factory products, not now em- braced by the law in either the first, second or third class, not exceeding eleven pounds in weight, nor great CT in size than 72 inches in length and girth combined, nor in form or kind likely to injure the person of any postal employe or damage the mail equipment
 The United States is divided into zones as follows:
 The first zone embraces a radius of fifty miles of any postoffice, and the rate of postage is on the basis of cents for the first pound, 8 cents for two pounds, and in this proportion of an increase of three cents for each additional pound un- til the maximum of eleven pounds IS reached, making s cents for the eleven pounds of mail matter.
 The second zone includes points within 150 miles of any postoffice. The rate starts at cents per pound for the first pound, increasing to four cents for each pound addition al, until the maximum of eleven pounds is reached, the rate of which is 46 cents.
 The third zone includes points from 150 to 300 miles, the first pound requiring ! cents, with pound rate added of 5 cents until eleven pounds are reached, which requires 57 cents.
 The fourth zone from 300 to 600 miles, and the pound rate starts with cents, to which is added for each additional pound cents, the eleven pounds requiring 6S cents.
 The fifth zone is from 600 to 1000 miles, the first pound requiring 9 cents, and each additional pound 7 cents, making the eleven pounds re- quire 79 cents postage.
 The sixth zone is from 1000 to l 400 miles, the first pound requiring IA cents, and the eleven pounds S1
 The seventh zone is from 400 miles to 1900 miles, the first pound requiring II cents and the eleven pounds S1.11
 The eighth zone is all over 1900 miles, the rate for the first pound being F cents, and the eleven pounds $1.32.
 A local rate is also established, of 5 cents for the first pound, with cent additional added for each pound, up to eleven pounds, mak-
Atlanta Georgian. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1912-1939, 1913-06-15
BY WILLIAM F. KIRK.

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The Finish

FORAGE BILLINGS was in despair.
RI That wasn't where he intended to be. His
choice would have been to be In the bungalow
be had been working a month to build.
But, nevertheless he was merely AT the bungalow
and IN despair. Probably the reason for this was
due to the fact that when he got out to his lot on
Friday morning 10 put the finishing touches that
he might bring out his wife the next day and goat
his poor homemade bungalow sort Of sagged in the
middle and fell apart.
It was pretty tough-Dot the bungalow; that wasn't
tough enough TO hold together but the situation was
pretty tough
Every Saturday for four weeks Mrs. Billings had
been out to the progress her husband was making
Every Saturday for four weeks she had pleaded
with him to get real carpenters to build it,
Every Saturday for four weeks something had hap
pened to the amateur bungalow while she stood there
and watched and laughed and got sarcastic.
And now to have the thing collapse the day it
was supposed TO be finished certainly enough TO
put Billings in despair
Then Billings had an ideal
And he had plenty Of room for ideas. In fact, a
frstclass A-No. / idea would get mighty lonesome
rafting around in his head. But this idea a
corker Half a mile away was a neat little bungalow
built much as his had been built far appearances
went and it for sale.
Jumping into bis runabout Billings hustled into
town found the owner and bought it.
Then he hunted mp contractor and engaged him
10 move it that very day
Nothing doing. The contractor would move it early
Saturday morning, however 1t would only take him
an hour So he would put It on wheels and yank
It over across the field with motor truck.
Billings next hired a man TO haul away the wreck.
age Of what he had thought would he a bungalow.
He gave the the debris for hauling il away.
That evening, at dinner, Billings seemed unusually
happy
Il take it You have finished the bungalow Horace"
said Mrs Billings
'You take it just right my dear" he said, proudly,