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Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
HUMBOLDT HAS REAL
 PARTY FOR THE KIDS

HUMBOLDT, Dec. 26.-All doub, of the reality of Santa Claus was tri umphantly routed at Humboldt or Christmas eve, when the old Saint Nick, himself, appeared at the munici pal Christmas tree given by citizen; of the shelter town at the Humboldt theatre, under the auspices of the Humboldt Wouans Club With in terest famed to white heat by the mysterous rumors ill circulation fol some weeks, surging throng com. posed of every kiddie and nearly all the grown-upS of Humboldt packed the building to capacity when the doors were thrown open at seven. thirty.
 When the tree was revealed, bril-. liant spectacle of varied color against background of green, illuminated by twinkling incandescents, there ell sued d moment of awed silence followed by burst of applause that shook the building. Led by a male quartet and assisted by various vol unteer singers and entertainers, children and grown-upS alike let themselves out in a genuine old fashioned good time, while awaiting the promised arrival of Santa Claus
 Promptly on schedule appeared the rotound figure of the old Saint, in his familiar gard of scarlet and green. and his bulging pack. That his vol unteer helpers in Humboldt had done their work thoroughly was shown by the fact the names inscribed on the packages ard bundles represented every boy and girl in the town and surrounding country. Distribution of the gifts was accompanied by rattling fire of characteristic humor- ous coments from Santa and hilar- lous responses from the children.
 Every youngster received d gener- GUS stocking of candy and nuts and fruits. The gifts distributed com
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31

prised-T books, dolls, and assorted toys. By special good conduct dur old" boys, Willie" Holder and Frankie" Freeman, won special notice from Santa Claus; the one receiving a packed stocking of elephantine proportions, and the other a genuine Noah's Ark.
 The funds for the event were raised by public subscription, and so gen erous { was the. response that an amount was collected considerable in excess of the budget agreed upon. Arrangements for the event were in the hands of committees of the Hum boldt Womans Club. Announcement was made that the unexpended balance of the fund will be held in trust to be appropriated for public use on some future occasion. The theatre was donated for the occasion by the Humboldt Improvement company, and generous contributions of candy, nuts, and fruits were made by several merchants of Humboldt.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
MRS. HICKMAN IS
 IGNORED BY THE BOYS"
(From Saturdays DaiIy)

Not a social fad, not the whim of moment to be soon forgotten, not to gain the public eye, or seeking re cognition on the staff, but just becaus as one of Gods Own" women she loved to "go about, doing good', Mrs. C. E. Hickman, has been visitor at the Whipple Barracks General Hospital who coming into each ward has brought :"mother" to each and every bedside. B
 In response to the promptings of heartfelt regard, and with the same spirit in which children ;proffer their Christmas gifts to her who smooths he tangles with understanding smiles, the soldiers all planned eager y on Christmas to tell her their ap- oreciative regard.
 Nurses caught the spirit, the officers, knowing that sheer worth had earned the heart of the men, were eager to share with the men the distinction of laying their treasure at he feet of the hospitals "angel isitor", and the "wise ones", the Educational Aides, claimed part in observing the occasion, the contagion of which had long been felt by them.
 Christmas day, a presentation of Q silver tea set was made to Mrs. Rick nan, Jack Mitchell in few words 5lurting out that everybody loved Ter And true to her instinct of iervice, after thanking the assembled, officers, men; nurses and aides, the Barracks Angel went to see her Boys.
 With the gift as a part of the ecognition planned, was a printed sreeting, embellished with the flags of the scrvice,y and of the Allied nations, whereon was a verse from Mathew 26-13: There shall also this, hat this woman has done, be told for
 memorial of her.. Within was 1oem, written by Jack Mitchell at the equest of his comrades, dedicated tel Mrs. (. E. Hickman and presented )y the Post as all expression of the 'arracks to its most welcome visitor.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
MESA ID VERDE RAILROAD IS
 RUMOR TOPIC
(From Saturdays Daily.)

Coast newspapers are giving much publicity to the proposed building at an early date of the Mesa-Clarkdale railway. The reports are based on word received from Douglas evident ly from an authorative source. = With this undertaking there is also linked the Gulf of California railway movement, and both lines are to be on the same system.
 The Yavapai county undertaking is elaborately reviewed as to possibili- ties in mining, agriculture and the livestock business, a trinity of re- sources that. will create big business when associated with the cotton and other interests of the Mesa county, all to have an outlet at some port on the gulf that is not mentioned.
 The articles go so far as to state that immediately after private owner ship of railroads is restored, the building of these two lines in the north and south will begin simultane- ously, if in fact work will not be south and north from Mesa. The Mesa-Clarkdale route is surveyed, while refining plant for mineral output is soon to be under way at some point on the gulf, it is said.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
KAY COPPER IS
 OCCASIONING INTEREST
(From Saturdays DaiIy)

Arrivals from Black canyon state
 hat one of the biggest copper under
 akings in the state is maturing at the
 Kay Company works, which has been determined by diamond drill explora-
 ion, resulting in a contract having been awarded for sinking main
 louble compartment working shaft or 1000 feet at a stipulated price of
 75, ,OOO.
 This development is now under way
 nd the site for the shaft is about ,00 feet from the original workings. It is presumed that the zone to be ,apped was opened by drilling, but to what depth or of what volume is the copper content in that zone is known only to those interested. The Kay .or nearly three. years has been operating their property and under determinations that are reported to De favorable, with but limited pro- iuction at an outlay of a big sum. There has been but little publicity yiven their operations, but informa- ion has been obtainable from miners It times that there is but little doubt of magnificent copper proposition being proven, and the latest move nent would seem to SubStantiate such l belief. The management is indif- ;erent over the date of the coming. of he projected Prescott & Phoenix Short Line railroad, the principal question at present under considera- ion being to carry out their hugh development plans, after which is ac- d reduction plant will be It is also stated other mines in that field arc shaping up for arge operations.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
WOMEN OF MEXICO
 ARE OUT FOR RIGHTS

MEXICO CITY, Dec. 24.-Mexi- can women are preparing to take a hand in the affairs of the Mexican republic. They intend first to elimin- ate social and industrial evils and later to make a fight for political equality. This IS the program of the Mexican Feminist Council, a nation al organization with headquarters in Mexico City.
 The council does not believe that the mass of Mexican women are at present prepared for complete suff- rage but the council hopes eventually to make them a vital political force. The present Mexican government looks with favor upon their efforts, according to Senorita Elena Torres, general secretary of the council. Heads of the government, she said, advocate complete emancipation of Mexican women"
 The Feminist Council has organized groups to teach Mexican women how their conditions may be improved in- dustrially and socially. The next step, said Senorita Torres, will be organization of women workers in in dustry to demand fair and equal treat ment at the hands of their employ CTS. They will not countenance any bitter sex war which. has character ized feminist movement in some European countries, but except CO., operation from the men. The council intends to bring the Mexican wom- ems movement in contact with sim liar organizations in other countries to work with the women of the world for peace, disarmament and anti imperialism.
 Senorita Torres predicts that Mexican women will create a new era of amicab1e relations and a more complete understanding between Mexico and the United States. Later, she said, the Feminist Council in tends to propose the formation of a Latin-American union to bring about a closer friendship, culturally, indus trially and politically between Mex ico and the countries of South and Central America.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
SILVER BELT IS COMING
 BACK AS BIG ONE
(From Thur>nav's Dallv.l

Local shareholders of the Silver Belt Consolidated will be interested to learn that this famous early-day white metal producer is making a better showing at the present time than ill the past two years, or since 1t has been revived. The assertion was made yesterday by Foreman J. Il. Crane, who was enthusiastic over determinations, stating that the main shaft had reached a depth of 300 feet, the floor carrying two grades of content of high grade, and with ton mage exposed that would soon place the mine on a permanent basis as a steady producer.
 Drifting north and south ill ore from this level, also from the 25O-foot level showed what resources were available, and accordingly production was under headway with shipping to begin at once to Fl Paso.
 MT. Crane also stated if any local stockholders desire they may come to the canm pat any time and they will be taken below to ascertain what is actually in evidence at the deepest point reached and to see for them selves and substantiate what has been accomplished.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
GASSED OVERSEAS HEART FAILS HERE
 CUPID TO RESCUE
6From Thursdays Dally.r

Lieutenant Quail, of Whipp1e Bar racks, was granted a ten-day leave of absence dating from yesterday, and left for Valentine, Coconino county. without informing fellow officers of his destination or his mission. A civilian friend in Prescott, however, was requested to go along to be the best man, inc name of the young lady being Miss Mary Murphy, assistant cashier of the Bank of Valentine. The ceremony takes place today at high noon, and immediately afterward Lieutenant and Mrs. Quail leave for Los Angeles on a. brief honeymoon.
 The bride-to-be visited Prescott few months ago, when the romance had its beginning only to be cement ed at the altar oil this suspicious day. This officer is soon to leave the serv- ice, and will reside in Canada. He was badly gassed overseas, but has fully recovered normal health, only to be hopelessly love e-shocked" by one of the most winsome and talented young ladies in Arizona.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
YOUTSEY FREED

LOUISVILLE, Dec. %. - Henry Youtsey, convicted in connection with the murder of Governor William Goebel of Kentucky 20 years ago, is a free man, restored to all rights of citizenship after IS years servitude Governor James D. Black granted his pardon, after Youtsey had been par oled December a year ago by the state board of prison commissioners. The murder of Governor Goebel oc- -curred after a sharp election contest, both republicans and democrats claiming they had won. The gov ernor was shot in the back as he was emerging from the state capitol at Frankfort, and later Youtsey and four other politicians were tried and convicted on charges of implication. The remaining four persons have long since been pardoned.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31

Yeager, canyon will be transferred to the above unit, the state having com pleted work to the Miller division, about four miles south of Jerome. The contract for this strip is still held up by the state engineer, but is expected to be awarded in short time.
 The new work will include that strip of about fifteen miles in length from the mouth of Yeager canyon southwest to the point of intersection of the county roadway south of Je- rome Junction, in which the old freighting route will again be utilized. This road in places is still preserved, and one of its great advantages is the fine building material available, together with an air line route of at least ten miles in length and on the highest elevation through that di- vision.
 Of this strip Wolfe says: "A car can go as fast as 1t will spill the gaso- line, and with perfect security; it is an ideal speedway, and the grade to be established will permit of three cars abreast thereon"
 So far as state work figures up to date the summit of Yeager canyon has been reached, and electric lights in Jerome can easily be distinguished at night.
 The Miller Construction Co. is at work on its two-nile contract out of Jerome, and making good headway.
 The new Lonesome valley camp will be the largest on the route and begins moving to the new location in a few days. John Stanley, of the Coyote Cattle Co.,, is desirous to see the cutoff in use, and has rendered free of charge the use of his lands and water holdings for the new camp.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
OPERATIONS ON YABA BEGIN IN
 EARNEST
(From Thursdays Daily)

recommendations or harry II. Burt, consulting engineer of the Yaba Copper Co. were approved during the recent trip to the holdings of Colonel J. B. Dudley, secretary-treasurer, and the broad line of initial operations IS now under way involving a large sum for this silver-gold proposition situ- ated near the Franco-American in the Mayer field.
 The property was formerly known as the Carroll and the new syndicate is the purchaser. The organization has been perfected only a few weeks.
 It was stated yesterday by those interested that construction of ser ies of concrete buildings was under way, the boarding house to be 25X45 feet, a bunk house to accommodate 20 mines, while other structures of lesser size would also be built at once. The lumber used in forms will later be placed in the mine, while the cost of all buildings will be less than if lumber was used. This movement also is indicative of permanency, and with the accommodation feature set tied a new hoist, air compressor, pumps and other equipment for large development is en route from the coast, to arrive next week and to be installed immediately. A large auto mobile truck was bought in the city yesterday and it will ply between Dewey and the mine camp. Carroll had been the owner of the group for over 20 years, and had performed several hundred feet of development, the main shaft reaching a depth of about 250 feet, the ore carrying silver values. This shaft is to be enlarged at once to double compartment and miners will leave for the camp just as soon as accommodations are ready. San Francisco mining men are behind this undertaking and ample funds are available, it is reliably reported.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
UNITED VERDE AND
 PACIFIC DISSOLUTION
CFrom Thursdays Daily)

NA 4OAAA 4 AAG- SLehJ Lon
 Railroad travel will go into the city of Jerome on broad gauge, if the United Verde & Pacific Railway com pany is granted the petition to dis continue operation of its line from Jerome Junction to the copper me tropolis.
 A petition for the right to stop traffic on the narrow gauge line has been filed with the Arizona Corpora ton commission at Phoenix, and a hearing on the matter was ordered yesterday to be held at Jerome on January F.
 The U. V. & P. was the first rail- road to enter the Verde mining dis trict and was built about 25 years ago. For some time, the line was the only outlet of what soon developed into one of the greatest copper camps in the United States. Then, a broad gauge line was constructed from Cedar Glade to Clarkdale, and this has been followed recently by a su- perb piece of engineering in the con- struction of a connecting link up the mountain from Clarkdale to Jerome The latter piece of work now puts Jerome on a standard track with the outside world, and renders more or less superfuous the smaller line by way of Jerome Junction.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
J. & j. COMPANY
 GOING AHEAD IN EARNEST
From Thursday's Dailyl

tFrom Thursdays DallY)
 Completion of the first unit of de- velopmcnt by the J. & J. Mining Co.,, whose interests are located ill Copper Basin district on the summit of the Sierra Prieta range, has been attend ed with such gratifying determina- tions that large and permanent sur face improvements are now under way.
 Under the management of o. W. Blickenstaff mine exploration leaves no doubt over the future of this silver proposition, which to the extent of development given is of exceptionally attractive possibilities in tonnage and values. With such a favorable min eral situation assured the building of a quite large camp is now going on, and in addition an expensive wagon road nearly two miles long has been built out of the Loma Prieta camp.
 A big consignment of building ma terial is now leaving this city daily, from which may be judged the heavy outlay made to show what confidence these operators have in this property for the future.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
VALIANT BUDDY IS
 CAPTURED BY CUPID
(From Saturdays DsHY.I

Norman C. French, who is ac- credited with having gone over the top five times while over there, has capitulated to General Cupid over here. He was married in Prescott on Christmas day at 10 o'clock in the parsonage of the Methodist Episco- pal church, his bride being Miss Helen Deming, daughter of MT. and Mrs. D. s. Deming, of Crown King.
 This nuptial event is the pretty climax of school day romance, when bride and groom were students of Prescott High School five years ago, and fond hopes for an earlier hym- eneal date were shattered when the valiant groom was called away to serve his country. Another delay oc- cured when Mir. French was so badly gassed that his physical condition after returning home was disturbed.
 Only few close friends and relatives attended the ceremony. MT. and Mrs. French. are graduates of Pres colt High, the groom at present be- ing electrician of the United Verde Copper Go. at Clarkdale, and in ad- dition to his skilled training is of a personality that has won him many friends and not an enemy, a native born Arizonian in short who has the good will of all His bride is ac- compliShed and of fascinating person. ality whose charm has won admira- ton and made her endeared to many here and elsewhere.
 The bride was attended by Miss Carrie French, while the groom had at his side in uniform his conrad on the firing line, Harris Thomas. Alter ward Mir. and Mrs. C. A. French, parents of the groom, entertained the happy couple and others with a fine dinner, when one of the most note worthy weddings in this city was duly celebrated. MT. and Mrs. French left the city at 200 o'clock in auto for Clarkdale, the groom say ing; They gave me furlough until 600 P. M. Thursday, so I must re- port for duty or lose the job; Il can't afford to miss roll call now, as there is sweet little girl I captured and she must be looked after.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
MISS McMURCHIE IS
 BRIDE OF C. w. McLANE
(From Thursdays DallyJ

At the home of Judge and Mrs. Charles H. McLane last evening at s o'clock, occurred the wedding of Charles William McLane and Miss Kathleen McMurchie, of Berkeley, California, daughter of Mir. and Mrs. Robert McMurchie. The Rev. w. H. B. Urch of the First Congrega- tional church officiated
 The ceremony, which marks with special interest, this Christmas sea son, was held in the presence of the immediate members of tht two fami- lies. A wedding supper was served at the Yavapai Club following the service, and the bride and groom left for Tucson on this mornings train, where Mir McLane is a student at the university. There were many beau tiful wedding presents.
 Charlie" McLane, as he is known here, went to Prescott High, and later was numbered among the Jour nal-Miner staff. When was was de- ctared, he went into the service, but after some months of soldering, dur ing which he became high non-com- missioned officer, was iuvalided and later discharged.
 Last fall, he entered the University of Arizona to complete a collegiate course, and met Miss McMurchie, with ,vahom he now starts on life's journey, with the best wishes and blessings of a large circle of friends following them.
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
MAYER SHELTER GETS
 READY TO RUN
(From Thursdays Daily.)

Arrivals from Big Bug district yes terday reported that the Big Ledge company was shaping up the Mayer shelter to make a fest run of at least $ tons of gold-besring ore from its Henrietta holding and this decision was ocCasioning general comment, as indicating that the old mine was as suming a favorable rating.
 The Henrietta since being taken over by the Big Ledge has been un- dergoing line of strict development and its entry into the productive stage for the first time in many years indi. cates that success is following deep development. What future line of handling the output Is to be given is not known, the intention seeming to be to ascertain what the future meth cd of treatment is to be-
Weekly journal-miner., 1919-12-31
LAPS HOLD MEETINGS

TOXIC, Dec. 26-Mass meetings are frequently held in Tokio and oth- CT cities for the purpose of demand ing reforms, more especially the granting of universal suffrage. A group of young men who formed the Young Mems Reconstruction associ- ation called on Premier Hara and asked his views on the question of universal suffrage Mr. Hara replied that the question was so important that he could not give an of-hand opinion.