1881 Tucson Directory
Directory of the City of Tucson for the Year 1881, containing a Comprehensive List of Inhabitants with their occupations and places of residence; the public officers and their offices; with a review of the past, a glance at the present, and a forecast of the future of this city; together with other useful information concerning the same, compiled and published by G. W. Barter
GENERAL INDEX.
Tucson in the Past, (a sketch of history) 2
Tucson of the Present, (a plain view) 13
Tucson of the Future, (a horoscope) 14
Incidents since 1871, with lists of officials 15
Duties and Powers of corporate officers 24
Pima County Official List 26
Federal Official List 27
Roster of Officers at Fort Lowell 29
Streets 29
Climate 30
Schools 32
Churches 35
Societies 36
Banks 37
Newspapers 38
Barrio Libre 39
Places of Public Resort 40
Additions to Tucson 41
Industrial Enterprises 43
Table of Distances 46
Direction of the Mails 48
Directory of Names of Inhabitants 49
INDEX TO ADVERTISEMENTS.
Pima County Bank, fly-leaf next to cover
Lord & Williams, Bankers 50
SafFord, Hudson & Co., Bankers 52
J. M. Berger, Jeweler 54
L. Zeehendorf & Co., General Merchandise 56
Tully, Ochoa & Co., General Merchandise 58
Wm. B. Hooper & Co., Wholesale Liquors, etc. 60
Wm. C. Davis, Hardware 62
Theo. Welisch & Co 64
I. X. L. Lodging House and Restaurant 64
Lord & Williams Co., General Merchandise 68
L. Meyer & Co., General Merchandise 66
Wm. Zeehendorf 70
Leo Goldschmidt, Furniture 72
Buehman & Co 70
Sweetland & Co., Furniture 74
Wm. A. Scott, Jr., Insurance 76
A. & C. Lumber Co. 78
Pioneer Soda and Ice Works 78
Chas. Detoy, Groceries 80
Colton's Livery Stable 80
A. Goodman, Grocer 82
Tucson Vinegar Works 84
F. H. Burns 84
J. S. Mansfeld, Stationer 86
Marcus Katz, General Merchandise 88
Wetmore & Dean, Assayers 90
Grand Hotel 92
Palace Hotel 90
Russ House 94
Cabinet Saloon 94
Iron Wood Stables 96
Silver Lake, reading notice 40
C. T. Etchells, reading notice 45
Buell's Addition, reading notice 41
TUCSON IN THE PAST. [a historical sketch.]
Tucson is the second oldest town in the United States; Santa Fe, New
Mexico, being the first, and St. Augustine, Florida, the third. Tucson was
first settled by the Spaniards, in 1560, by the construction of a presidio
or fortification, as a strong outpost to protect the industrial operations
of the colony at San Xavier.
Arizona came into possession of the United States by the Gadsden Purchase in
1854. The Americans who were here at that time, and who were instrumental in
the acquisition, came here under employment of Governor Manuel Gandara, of
Sonora, and were engaged in superintending the sheep ranches and in building
houses for the Mexicans, who were at work manufacturing blankets by hand.
These pioneers were John W. Davis, John Clarke, Dr. Colton, and a few
others. The first general immigration of Americans was in 1856-'58, among
whom were Major Mark Aldrich, (deceased). Col. James Douglas, (deceased), C.
C. Dodson, (now residing at Florence), Sol. Warner, Asa McKenzie,
(deceased), Fred. Neville, (deceased), Alfred Fryer, (now of Texas), Richard
M. Doss, (deceased), Hon. G. H. Oury, Col. Charles D. Poston, Theodore
Morhmar, (deceased), Herman Ehrenberg, (deceased), Thomas Smith, (deceased),
Hon. Wm. S. Oury, Hon. Esteven Ochoa, Mercer, Collector of Customs, F. G.
Ake, the Pennington family, (all deceased, except a son living in Texas, and
a daughter, the wife of W. F. Scott, of Tucson, General Wadsworth,
(deceased), Samuel Wise, Peter Kitchen, Bill Kirtland, Tom Page, Dr. C. H.
Lord, W. W. Williams, Peter R Brady, (now of Florence), Wm. H. Bailey, Hon.
Hiram S. Stevens, Sylvester Mowry, (deceased), Samuel Hughes, A. Lazard, Dr.
Hughes, Col. Ed. Cross, (deceased), Col. Solon H. Lathrop, C. H. Meyer, John
Wrightman, (deceased), John G. Capron, (deceased), and Joseph Cummings. Many
of these have since become distinguished men — in the civil war, in public
life, and as wealthy and honored citizens. Many lost their lives in hardy
and desperate encounters with the Indians, while rescuing captives or
defending their own homes, or the homes of each other. The record of those
days of peril cannot be written — they are lost in the oblivion that then
surrounded this border land; but we know enough of those times to compare
the fortitude and bravery of the settlers with any heroism of any age in the
world's history.
In 1858 John Wrightson brought the first printing press to this region, and
the Weekly Arizonian was established at Tubac, with Ed. Cross as editor. A
duel was fought over this press between Mr. Cross and Sylvester Mowry, after
which it became the property of Mr. Mowry and W. S. Oury, who changed it to
a Democratic sheet. This press is now in Tombstone, and was, until recently,
used in publishing the Nugget, of that city.
W. S. Oury has been four years Sheriff of this county (73 to '77), also a
member of the Board of Supervisors, and subsequently Clerk of the same.
Concerning Mr. Oury, and connected with this whole subject, we give the
following speech of that gentleman, delivered by him at the railroad
celebration, in March, 1880, in response to the toast "The Pioneers:"
"The word pioneer brings to my mind scenes and reminiscences spanning almost
half a century, inseparably linked with friendships so dear, companionships
so unselfish, and ties so binding, that death alone can sunder them. Born in
one of the oldest States of the American Union, reared amid culture and
Christianity, with habits and inclinations eminently fitted for social life,
at the very dawn of manhood, as if impelled by the invisible hand of
destiny, I was drawn by a force absolutely irresistible to the frontier, and
the year 1835 found me linked to the destinies of the Lone Star Republic; to
her service, in the companionship of such heroes as Crockett, Fannin, Milam,
Bowie, Burleson, Johnson, Houston, Travis, and a whole host such as the
world has seldom known, the best years of my young life were freely given.
For thirteen years on the frontier of Texas, and ending with the termination
of the Mexican War, my only friends and associates were frontiersmen, who
carried their lives, as it were, in their hands, ever ready to surrender
them at their country's call. At the commencement of 1849 the marvelous
tales of the golden wealth of California reached the Atlantic coast, and
spread with the rapidity of lightning through the whole land, and again the
services of the pioneer were needed. How well and truly they performed their
duty to the Golden State many who now surround me are living witnesses.
"Again, in 1856, after the purchase of this Territory from Mexico, and when
California no longer required their services, a noble band of pioneers,
disregarding every obstacle of sand desert, alkali plain, and murderous
Apache, marched to Arizona. The best evidence of their duty fully discharged
here is the scene which we have all witnessed to-day. Those who are now
alive of that brave and generous host may be numbered without exhausting the
fingers of both hands, and the history of those who have crossed over the
dark river may be summed up in these few sad words: Their bones are
scattered like mile-stones along the course of the S. P. R. R., from the
western to the eastern boundary of Arizona."
Hon. Hiram S. Stevens was first sent to Congress in 1875, and has served two
terms. P. R. Tully, who settled in New Mexico in 1846 and came to Arizona in
1865, has served the public in many useful capacities, and otherwise been
distinguished for his charities and conspicuous encouragement of our
educational interests.
Dr. Lord has become prominent as a public man, and has given his energies
and resources to the creation and care of many important enterprises.
In 1860 a Provisional Government was organized to force Congress to
recognize the Gadsden Purchase as a distinct Territory. A convention for
this purpose was held in Tucson, composed of delegates from the entire
district, which at that time included the Rio Grande country. General
Wadsworth was President of that convention, which chose L. A. Owens (now of
Texas) as Provisional Governor, Ignacio Orrantia as Lieutenant-Governor,
Samuel H. Cousins as Territorial Secretary, and General Wads worth as
Commander of the Militia (upon his staff were Colonel W. S. Oury and Colonel
John G. Capron. From this Provisional Government a Delegate — Hon. Sylvester
Mowry — was sent to Congress to urge the immediate separation of this region
from the Territory of New Mexico. In this effort. Mr. Mowry was not
successful, on account of the approaching civil war and the extraordinary
events then taking place at Washington.
During the war Tucson was occupied alternately by both Confederate and Union
forces. In 1862 this Territory, being left exposed by the Federal
Government, a company of Confederates (a portion of Colonel Bailey's command
on the Rio Grande at Messillo), arrived here under command of Captain Hunter
and took possession, holding the place until the arrival of the famous
California column, under General Carleton, in the same year. As the
California troops approached, Captain Hunter boldly advanced to meet them.
The two forces met some forty miles west of Tucson, near a noted landmark of
mountains called Pecacho, where a pitched battle took place, resulting in a
victory for the Union arms. The Californians made the first attack, and
during the engagement lost several men and one commissioned officer. The
Confederates retreated, and withdrew to the Rio Grande, and from thence the
entire Confederate force under General Sibley retreated into Texas. Colonel
James H. Toole, Major S. K De Long and Captain G. C. Smith, now leading
citizens here, were officers in the California column at the time of this
engagement.
In 1863 the Territory was first organized, the President appointing John N.
Goodwin as Governor; R. C. McCormick, Territorial Secretary; Turner, Chief
Justice; Allyn and Howell, Associate Justices. During 1863 and since that
time, the Zechendorfs, W. C. Davis, Joe Goldtree, Judge Osborn Alex. Levin,
E. N. Fish, I. S. Fried, Albert Steinfeld, John S. Carr, L. Meyer «fe
Brother, J. J. Hamberg, R. N. Leatherwood. J. M. Berger, J. N. Mason,
Hereford & Zabriskie, Judge J. S. Wood, Leo Goldschmidt, Wm. A. Scott, Jr.,
the Jacobs family, J. S. Mansfeld, E. F. Colton, M. G. Samaniego, Chas. A.
Shibell, Chas. R. Drake, C. T. Etchells, Theo. Welisch, Maish & Driscoll,
the Drachman Brothers, the Kaufman Brothers, George Rayfield, O. Buckalew,
the Charouleau Brothers, Marcus Katz, Handy & Holbrook, Farley & Pomroy,
"Pant" (Sabbe Pant ?), John Wasson, J. M. Soto, Alexander Campbell, Marcus
Foster, Colonel F. Stanford, Tom Gates, John Haynes, Colonel T. J. Jeffords,
Benj. Morgan, L. C. Hughes, Chas. A. Paige, Geo. T. Martin, P. Downey, J. H.
Hewitt, General E. W. Rice, Geo. A. Clum, T. L. Stiles, F. P. Thompson, W.
Earll, R. C. Brown, and a host of others who are now our leading citizens,
came and cast their destinies with the destiny of Tucson.
All those of ancient or recent times who have shared in the administration
of local affairs, have conducted them in the most economical and creditable
manner. They have builded a city without entailing burdensome debts, and
generously given their labors for the benefit of those who are to come
hereafter to make their homes with us.
TUCSON OF THE PRESENT. [Page 13] [a plain view.]
The city has an estimated population of 10,000 souls, mostly Mexican and
English speaking people. Besides this large number, there is a constant flow
of floating population, who come and go hence, and another class of
semi-citizens, who come in from the surrounding mountains periodically, and
make this place their point of connection with civilization for a few weeks
at a time. The population maintains as good order as in any other city of
equal size in the United States, and our leading citizens take a justifiable
pride in the advancement of every legitimate public interest.
The stranger who arrives and takes his week of observation on the streets is
apt to remain in ignorance of the fact that Tucson has a well-defined
stratification of good society. Therein he would be in error, for it is well
known that ladies and gentlemen reside here, who were the recognized
ornaments and leaders in the best society of their former places of
residence; and with this class, as a natural consequence, all the usages of
culture and refinement are in common practice. In matters of dress, the
formalities of calls, the selections for balls and private parties, in
general social intercourse, in the quality of manners and respectability,
the best society of no eastern city can excel the better class of society in
Tucson. The churches and societies add greatly to the moral tone of the
city.
To-day real estate is upon the verge of doubling in value. New and costly
residences have recently been erected, and others are projected. New
structures are being built in all parts of the city, and in the very face of
a doubling population, the induction of water and gas, the construction of
street railroads, and the demand for ground for the construction of
tenements, we confidently assert that the present low prices of city lots
cannot long continue.
TUCSON IN THE FUTURE. [Page 14] [a horoscope.]
Since the beginning of authentic history, we know that the impulse to
move westward has caused the human family to constantly migrate towards the
setting sun. Westward, for 400 years has the population moved across the
continent. In the thoughts and plans of the inhabitants of Europe is yet the
paramount idea of migrating hither. In the calculations and combinations for
the future that enter into the buoyant hopes of the young men living
eastward of the Mississippi, even to this day, is the overruling one of a
movement, at some time in their lives to the historic, the adventurous
frontier. The great wave of this immigration will ultimately sweep over
Arizona, New Mexico and Sonora — the new West — the only West that is now
left for mankind. Not only will it come by this inborn impulse from the
East, but it will sweep hither from the Pacific Coast, thus concentrating
the entire energies of the East and the West in building up a large city
here, at the natural metropolis of all this region, and developing the
mining industry, now in its infancy. Tucson is the only city of importance
between Los Angeles, in California, and San Antonio, in Texas. She occupies
a geographical situation which will draw to her all that can be drawn from
this vast area, to found a substantial American city.
The men who have cast their destinies with Tucson, who have watched and
assisted her various stages of advancement, and who have grown wealthy here,
are still the guardians of her destiny, and will use their means and
abilities to see that she does become as great, as prosperous and as
beautiful as both natural and human resources can make her.
The merchant kings of Tucson whose separate merchandise palaces cover large
tracts of ground, by the growth of their trade from lesser beginnings, know
that Tucson has a solid bottom and reliable indications of a great future.
In a little time the introduction of abundant water will make this city
cheerful with verdure, and blossom as the rose. Then will the broad streets
of the future commence to be inhabited and the new city of Tucson will
become a fixed fact. At the next session of the Legislature, the Capital may
at last be located where it properly belongs, here in the centre of
population. The time is coming when we may ride along in street cars past
elegant homes, from the S. P. R. R. depot to Silver Lake. In time, by the
more economical distribution of water, a large area of land will be brought
under cultivation in the Santa Cruz valley, and by means of wells and
reservoirs on the mesa lands, much will be added to the agricultural land in
this vicinity.
Another railroad southward may ere long bring us into quicker communication
with the frontier of Mexico, and railroad communication will soon be open to
the valley of the lower Mississippi, from whence we will be able to derive
new commercial resources. Tucson has vitality derived from its substantial
growth in the past; it has a solid foundation from its resources of trade,
mining and stock raising, all in activity and rapid advancement; and it has
the very brightest hopes dawning in the prospects for the immediate future.
INCIDENTS CONCERNING TUCSON SINCE 1871. [Page 15]
Together with Lists of Town and City Officials since 1873.
Hon. S. R. De Long was Mayor of the village in 1871, and Samuel Hughes,
W. W. Williams and W. S. Oury, Councilmen. Hon. Hiram S. Stevens was
Treasurer, and W. J. Osborn, Recorder and Assessor. The same gentlemen
served during 1872, with E. N. Fish as Treasurer.
During 1871 inquiry was made by the Council concerning a Congressional
donation in 1864 of land for a town site, and it was discovered that
although such a donation had been made, it had lapsed, because Tucson had
neglected to make it available.
During 1872 the sum of $1,600 was paid the Government for U. S. patent to
two sections of land for the town site of Tucson, and in August of this
year, the village authorities commenced to issue deeds to purchasers of
lots, and to donate land for school and church purposes.
VILLAGE ELECTION, JANUARY, 1873. [Page 16]
Mayor: JAMES H. TOOLE
Councilmen: W. W. Williams, E. T. Etchells, Samuel Hughes, Wm. S. Oury
Marshal: F. M. Hodges, resigned; J. S. Thayer, resigned; Francisco Esparzo
Treasurer: E. N. Fish
Recorder: W. J. Osborn
Assessor: G. F. Foster
Poundmaster: M. G. Gay
VILLAGE ELECTION, JANUARY, 1874.
Mayor: JAMES H. TOOLE
Councilmen: Samuel Hughes, R. N. Leatherwood, P. Drachman, W. W. Williams
Marshal: F. Esparzo
Treasurer: E. N. Fish
Recorder: W. J. Osborn
Assessor: W. Morgan
Poundmaster: J. Miller
VILLAGE ELECTION, 1875. [Page 17]
Mayor: ESTEVAN OCHOA
Councilmen: P. Drachman, C. T. Etchells, Samuel Hughes, R. N. Leatherwood
Marshal: David Davis, resigned; Francisco Esperzo
Treasurer: E. N. Fish
Recorder: Charles H. Meyer
Assessor: G. F. Foster
Poundmaster: C. Rodrigues
The salary of Marshal was fixed at $20 per month, but increased in special
seasons.
The old cemetery was abandoned as a place of burial, and ten lots were
donated by the village for a new one. Lots also granted for a Catholic
cemetery.
Surgeons and doctors were not allowed to practice without recording their
diplomas or certificates in accordance with a law of the Territory.
A wagon, harness and two good mules were purchased for town use.
Artesian wells projected and contract awarded to McCoy & Goldberg to supply
water to Tucson for 18 years. [This franchise is now void.]
Butchering required to be done outside the village limits.
Ordinances enforced with regard to fast driving, public cleanliness and
gambling by minors.
All dogs found in the streets after 12 M. September 10th, ordered to be
shot, on account of a case of hydrophobia.
Village lots offered free to all persons improving to the extent of $100,
and residing on the same six months.
Hospitalities of the village tendered to Gen. A. V. Kautz and staff.
The two good mules, wagon and harness sold by reason of being too expensive
to operate.
VILLAGE ELECTION, 1876.
Mayor: CHAKLES H. MEYER, Declined to qualify and was elected Recorder; J.
B. ALLEN
Councilmen: Samuel Hughes, R. N. Leatherwood, C. T. Etchells, P. Drachman
Marshal: A. G. Buttner
Treasurer: E. N. Fish
Recorder: Charles H. Meyer
Assessor: G. F. Foster
Poundmaster: Juan Bouquez
Petition presented to the Council asking that an election be held to take
the sense of the community as to whether the village should disincorporate
and merge in the county organization. Such election being held the people
decided in the negative.
Dr. J. C. Handy was employed to vaccinate all indigents in the village.
Board of Trade permitted to erect a powder magazine at a safe distance from
town.
Hospitalities of the village tendered to the Mexican General, Mariscal, and
staff.
Leave of absence granted to Recorder Meyer, and S. W. Carpenter appointed
Deputy pro tem.
Ground for booths, etc., for feast of San Augustine, rented for $277 for the
season.
Board of Health established and Drs. J. C. Handy, P. R. Tully and Wm.
Zechendorf appointed as such Board.
The planting of trees along the streets was officially encouraged.
General Phineas Banning conferred with the Mayor and Common Council
concerning the right of way and depot grounds for the Southern Pacific
Railroad; and thereafter all necessary grounds were purchased and deeded
accordingly.
VILLAGE ELECTION, 1877. [Page 19]
Mayor: J. B. ALLEN
Councilmen: P. Drachman, resigned Aug. 29; J. S. Mansfeld, resigned Aug. 29;
R. N. Leatherwood, Samuel Hughes , resigned.
Marshal f, A. G. Buttner, resigned; Isaac E. Brokaw, resigned; A. G. Buttner
Treasurer: E. N. Fish
Recorder: Charles H. Meyer, resigned; Joseph Neugass
Assessor and Tax Collector: G. F. Foster, resigned; C. A. Shibell
Board of Health: P. R. Tully, Chairman; Dr. J. C. Handy, George Cooler, D.
Valasco, B. Garcia
Street Commissioner: C. E. Jones
Poundmaster: M. G. Gay
A new Charter for incorporating as a city was drawn, and granted by the
Legislature; and, with the Council meeting of February 7, 1877, Tucson
ceased to be a village, and thereafter assumed the dignity and
responsibilities
AS A CITY.
Farley & Pomroy, employed as City Attorneys, Charles H. Meyer, resigns the
office of Recorder, February 12th, and receives the thanks of the Council
for faithful and efficient services.
Booth privileges for feast of San Augustine, sold by city for $371.
MUNICIPAL ELECTION, 1878. [Page 19]
Mayor: JAMES H. TOOLE
Councilmen: R. N. Leatherwood; Paul Abadie; B. M. Jacobs, resigned Aug. 15;
E. Ochoa, resigned Aug. 15; C. D. Drake; F. H. Drachman
Recorder and Police Justice: W. S. Edwards
Treasurer: W. W. Williams
Marshal and Chief of Police: A. G. Buttner
Assessor and Tax Collector: A. Brighter
City Attorney: Benjamin Morgan
Poundmaster: Henry Smith
Total debt of the city, January 8th, $1,188.
MUNICIPAL ELECTION, 1879. [Page 20]
Mayor: JAMES H. TOOLE
Councilmen: Charles R Drake, Alex. Levin, B. N. Leatherwood, P. Abadie.
Recorder and Police Justice: W. J. Osborn
Treasurer: W. W. Williams
Marshal and Chief of Police: Isaac E. Brokaw
Assessor and Tax Collector: H. Ott
Policemen: A. G. Buttner, J. H. Martin, John Moore, G. B. Shepard.
Poundmaster: Henry Smith
Franchise granted to T. J. Jeffards and associates for supplying the city
with water from artesian wells. Said franchise to extend conditionally for
twenty-five years.
On May 6th, Mayor Toole tendered his resignation, which was unanimously not
accepted by the Council.
Railroad matters progress with activity, and at a special election held June
21st, the citizens voted unanimously that bonds to the amount of $10,000
should be issued to pay for land, not owned by the city, for the Southern
Pacific Railroad depot, grounds, right of way, etc., and said bonds to that
amount were thereafter issued.
Rights and privileges for Feast of San Augustine, sold by the city for $600.
MUNICIPAL ELECTION, 1880. [Page 21]
Mayor: R. N. LEATHERWOOD
Councilmen: M. G. Samaniego, C. T. Etchells, Alex Levin, C. R Drake
Recorder and Police Justice: Charles H. Meyer
Treasurer: P. R. Tully
Marshal and Chief of Police: I. E. Brokaw
Assessor: H. Ott
City Attorney: Benjamin Morgan
Surveyor: G. E. Roskrunge
Policemen: Geo. B. Shepard, J. H. Martin, John Moore, A. G. Buttner
Poundmaster: Henry Smith
Ex-Mayor Toole is tendered the thanks of the Common Council, for his
efficient services during the preceding year.
On March 1st, a franchise for a street railroad was granted exclusive on
certain streets, for fifteen years, to H. C. Wiley and associates — they to
construct and commence operating such road within two years.
March 10th, celebration of the connection of railroad with Tucson.
March 10. Celebration of the connection of S. P. R. R. with Tucson, by a
banquet and the grandest display ever witnessed in the city up to that time.
On the Reception Committee were R. N. Leatherwood, Chairman; Gen'l E. A.
Carr, Judge C. G. W. French, P. R. Tully, Ben. Morgan, Tom. Gates, W. S.
Oury, J. Wasson, Sol. Warner, L. C. Hughes, L. M. Jacobs, Wm. Zechendorf,
and M. W. Stewart. Several of the above named were on other committees,
associated with C. T. Etchells, S. Hughes, M. Katz, C. Hudson, W. C. Davis,
Lieut. Perrine, D. Velasco, L. Carrillo, I. S. Fried, P. Drachman, Pedro
Charouleau, J. Quinlin, C. W. Clarke, 0. Buckalew, A. Levin, J. S. Carr, S.
H. Drachman, A. D. Otis, H. Buehman, R. C. Brown, B. H. Hereford, S. W.
Carpenter, W. S. Edwards, W. G. Corbett, C. R. Drake, W. W. Williams, E.
Ochoa, J. S. Mansfeld, B. M. Jacobs, F. Stanford, Capt. G. C. Smith, F.
Maish, A. Steinfeld, J. C. Handy, P. Abadie, J. Neugass, M. G. Samaniego, J.
P. Clum, J. S. Wood, C. A. Shibell, C. I. Velasco, Maj. McCreary, Judge J.
Haynes, J. B. Allen, H. Farley, J. A. Zabriskie, C. H. Lord, Lieut. Kerr,
Col. Poston, C. H. Meyer, J. Goldtree, Theo. Welisch, T. L. Stiles, H.
Buehman, T. Driscoll, W. P. Nye, H. C. Walker, E. N. Fish, E. Hudson, J. S.
Vosberg, G. J. Hucke, T. J. Jeffords, E. B. Pomroy, A. G. Ryan, H. Hewitt,
G. L. Field, F. Colton, and J. Carroll. Eloquent and able speeches were made
by Hon. W. S. Oury, Hon. Estevan Ochoa, Hon. R. N. Leatherwood, Judge
French, Charles Crocker, James Gamble, General Carr, Hugh Farley, F. H.
Goodwin, Manuel Prieto, Carlos I. Velasco, F. M. Pixley, Thomas Fitch, Major
Ben. C. Truman, and R. M. Squire. General good feeling prevailed, and the
celebration was a success.
March 22. Franchise for gas works and lighting of Tucson with gas granted
exclusively to W. W. Williams, Claude Anderson, I. S. Fried and associates,
for a period of twenty-five years; works to be constructed and gas
introduced within two years.
Rate of taxation, one-half per cent, for the General Fund and one-fourth of
one per cent, for Railroad Bonds Fund.
Feast of San Augustine hereafter to be held outside the city.
President Hayes arrived, and was entertained. The following named citizens
acted on the various committees: Mayor Leatherwood, Dr. Lord, Mr. Tully,
Gen'l Carr, Gen'l Wilcox, and Messrs. Toole, Stevens, Jacobs, Ochoa,
Williams, Fields, Colton and Carroll. The Presidential party and invited
guests dined at the residence of Lord & Williams.
Railroad Bonds Nos. 1, 2, 3 and 4, amounting to two thousand dollars, were
paid up and cancelled.
Proposals asked for doing the work of numbering the houses, and placing
names of streets on the corners thereof.
CITY OFFICIALS, 1881. [Page 23]
Mayor: JOHN S. CARR
Councilmen: A. Levin, Charles T. Etchells, M. G. Samaniego, A. Steinfeld
Recorder and Police Justice, etc: Charles H. Meyer
Treasurer: P. R. Tully
Marshal, Chief of Police, etc: A. G. Buttner
Assessor and Tax Collector: H. Ott
City Attorney: Benjamin Morgan
Board of Health: Mayor John S. Carr, Chairman, Councilman A. Steinfeld,
Councilman M. G, Samaniego, Chas. H. Meyer, Secretary.
Health Officer and City Physician: J. C. Handy, M. D.
City Surveyor: G. A. Roskrunge
Policemen: Geo. B. Shephard, John Moore, Francisco Esparzo, Michael Mahoney,
J. H. Martin, Thomas Newcome, Thomas O'Rourke (resigned), George B. Shearer.
Poundmaster: Jesus Molino
EVENTS IN 1881. [Page 23]
The thanks of the Council were voted to Mayor Leatherwood for his uniform
courtesy and efficiency during the preceding term.
The Legislature was induced to memorialize Congress to establish a U. S.
Branch Mint and Assay Office at Tucson.
The City Water Works are in process of construction.
A general revival of local interest has taken place under the administration
of Mayor Carr and the present Council. Attention is being directed to street
improvements, the more regular construction of sidewalks, and the
establishing of street grades. Telephones have been introduced into the
city, and the City Ordinances have been published in pamphlet form, in both
English and Spanish. Good order is maintained in the city, and the
Ordinances energetically enforced.
By the terms of the Water Company's franchise, the works must be completed
and water introduced into the city by the 15th of December, 1881.
By the terms of the Street Railroad franchise, a line of road must be in
operation on or before the 16th of March, 1882.
By the terms of the franchise for Gas Works, gas must be introduced into the
city on or before the 22d of March, 1882.
It is expected that the 1/4 per cent, tax-levy for balance ($8,000) Railroad
bonds will be totally extinguished this year.
The city property consists of some forty-five blocks and parcels of unsold
land, valued at $25,000, and it is contemplated ere long to build a
commodious City Hall, wherein all business of the municipality will be
transacted with facility.
DUTIES AND POWERS OF CORPORATE OFFICERS. [Page 24]
Following is a synopsis of the character of the various municipal offices
and the names of officers for the current year, 1881:
Officers are elected for one year (except two of the Councilmen), the
elections occurring on the first Tuesday in each January.
The Mayor serves without fee or salary. He presides at the meetings of and
votes with the Common Council, signs municipal licenses and all warrants
drawn upon the Treasurer, makes quarterly communications to the Council
concerning the condition of the city, assists in selecting such officers as
serve by appointment, exercises a supervision over the subordinate officers,
and examines into all complaints made by citizens. He is ex-officio Chairman
of the Board of Health.
The Common Council consists of four members, elected at large, who serve
without compensation. Two are elected annually, and all serve for a term of
two years. Any three members serve as Judges and Inspectors of Municipal
Elections. They are invested with power to purchase, to build, to pay and
contract debts, etc. Regular meetings are held in the Police Court-room on
the first Monday in each month, and adjourned meetings intermediately, as
occasion may require. They also sit annually as a Board of Equalization.
The Recorder is elected the same as other city officials. He is ex-officio
Police Justice. He keeps the corporate seal and all papers belonging to the
city. His salary in both capacities amounts to $125 per month. As Recorder,
he files a bond in the sum of $1,000. He draws and countersigns warrants on
the Treasurer, signed by the Mayor, officiates as clerk of the Council,
Clerk of Municipal Elections, and as Secretary of the Board of Health. As
Police Justice, he has the jurisdiction of a Justice of the Peace within the
city, concerning offences against the by-laws, ordinances and regulations of
the Council.
The City Treasurer serves without compensation. His bonds are regulated by
the Mayor and Council, according to the amount of each annual tax levy. He
makes an annual settlement with the Council.
The City Marshal is also Chief of Police, and ex officio License Collector
and Street Superintendent. His salary is $130 per month (the $30 being for
keeping of a horse). His perquisite as License Collector is fifty cents for
each license collected. He recommends his subordinates for appointment or
dismissal subject to the approval of the Mayor and Common Council. As Street
Commissioner, he sees to repairs of bridges, curbing, etc., and sees to the
enforcement of the city ordinances concerning streets. Bonds $1,000.
The Assessor, who is also Tax Collector, receives compensation as the Mayor
and Council may determine, according to the amount of work performed, and
also certain stipulated fees. He is usually employed two or three months
annually. Bonds $5,000.
The City Attorney is appointed by the Mayor and Common Council. Salary $300
per annum.
The Health Officer, who is also City Physician, is appointed by the Board of
Health, subject to ratification by the Mayor and Council, and receives a
salary of $75 per month. As City Physician, he is appointed by the Mayor and
Common Council. He is authorized to see that the city is kept in a cleanly
and healthful condition, and direct the police to enforce his orders.
The Board of Health consists of the Mayor and two members of the Council,
whom he designates.
The City Surveyor is appointed by the Mayor and Common Council, and receives
a salary of SI 50 per annum.
The Charter provides for the appointment of a Street Commissioner, but as
the Mayor and Council have not in recent times appointed one, all the
functions of that office devolve upon the Marshal, by consent.
The Poundmaster receives certain fees, and gives a bond of $500.
There are seven regular Police-officers, five of whom receive Si 00 per
month, and two $75 per month each. They wear badges, but are not uniformed.
Certain special officers are clothed with authority, and receive fees for
making arrests.
PIMA COUNTY OFFICERS, 1881-82. [Page 26]
("Elected in November, 1880, to serve two years).
PROBATE COURT: Hon. John. S. Wood, Judge. (The Probate Judge is
ex-officio County School Superintendent.) M. Gervais, Probate Clerk.
SHERIFFS OFFICE: R. H. Paul, Sheriff; J. J. Coleman, Under-Sheriff: John
Evarts and A. Caballero, Deputies; Isaac E. Brokaw, Jailor; James Hersey,
Assistant Jailor; M. L. Brown and John Davis, Jail Guards. The Sheriff is
ex-officio
COUNTY ASSESSOR: The following named are his Deputy Assessors: W. B.
Hopkins, M. S. Snyder and M. McKenna.
COUNTY RECORDER'S OFFICE: Charles R. Drake, Recorder; Anthony Coenen, Deputy
Recorder; R. S. Miller, Deputy Recorder.
TREASURER'S OFFICE: Hon. R. N. Leatherwood, Treasurer; Andrew Cronley,
Deputy Treasurer.
DISTRICT ATTORNEY: Hon. Hugh Farley.
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR AND EX-OFFICIO CORONER: W. B. HORTON.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: Wm. C. Davis, Chairman; B. M. Jacobs and Michael
Fagan. Clerk of the Board, E. W. Risley.
BOARD OF SCHOOL TRUSTEES: Samuel Hughes, Chairman; R. C. Brown and F. P.
Thompson.
FEDERAL OFFICIAL LIST, 1881, Of Officers Resident in Tucson.
GOVERNOR: Hon. John C. Fremont, residence. No. 245 Main Street South.
(Governor Fremont resides one-half the year in Tucson, the other half at
Prescott.)
THE JUDICIARY: Hon. W. H Stilwell, Associate Justice Supreme Court,
presiding over the U. S. and Territorial District Courts for the First
Judicial District. Residence, No. 135 Alameda Street.
Hon. Everett B. Pomroy, U. S. District Attorney. Office, corner Pennington
and Meyer Streets; residence, No. 431 Main Street North.
George A. Glum, Clerk U. S. and Territorial District Court, First Judicial
District, and also Clerk of District Court of Pima Gounty. Residence, 135
Alameda Street.
T. L. Stiles, U. S. Court Gommissioner and District Court Commissioner of
Pima County. Office, 216 Pennington Street; residence, 611 Pennington
Street.
J. W. Evans, Deputy U. S. Marshal.
U. S. SURVEYOR-GENERAL'S OFFICE. No. 301 Main Street South.
Hon. John Wasson, U. S. Surveyor-General; H. M. De Hart,
Ghief Glerk; A. W. Pattiani, Draftsman Public Surveys;
Paul Riecker, Mining Draftsman; John L. Harris, Mining
Glerk; Rufus G. Hopkins, Translator and Spanish Glerk.
U. S. LAND OFFICE. Gila Land District.
H. Cousins; Register; G. E. Daily, Receiver.
U. S. INTERNAL REVENUE OFFIGE. No. 204 Convent Street.
Thomas Cordis, U. S. Internal Revenue Collector; Geo. W. Mauk, Deputy
Collector; R. J. Butler, Clerk.
U. S. CUSTOM HOUSE. No. 302 Main Street South.
W. F. Scott, Deputy Collector; Andrew J. Keene, Inspector.
U. S. TREASURY DEPOSITORY. Congress Street, bet. Main and Meyer Street
South.
C. H. Lord, U. S. Depositary; H. B. Cullom, Gashier.
U. S. POST OFFIGE. Congress Street, bet. Main and Meyer Street South.
C. H. Lord, Postmaster; W. J. Corbett, Assistant Postmaster; W. L. Brooks,
Clerk.
U. S. SIGNAL SERVICE. Office, No. 13 Court Square.
J. L. Whiteside, Observer; E. R. Demain, Assistant Observer.
ROSTER OF OFFICERS AT FORT LOWELL.
Fort Lowell is situated seven miles north-east of Tucson. Its garrison is
ordinarily composed of one company of cavalry and officers of the post. On
the ninth of June, 1881, the roster of officers was as follows:
Col. E. a. Carr, 6th Cavalry, absent on detached service, commanding Fort
Apache, Arizona.
Capt. W. A. Rafferty, 6th Cavalry, commanding the post and Co. M.
Capt. G. C. Smith, A. Q. M., Post Q. M. and Disbursing Officer for
South-eastern Arizona.
1st Lieut. I. B. Kerr, Regimental Adjutant, 6th Cavalry, and Post Adjutant.
1st Lieut. Wm. H. Carter, Regimental Quartermaster, 6th Cavalry, absent on
detached service at Fort Apache.
2d Lieut. J. Y. F. Blake, 6th Cavalry, on duty with Co. M., also Post
Ordnance Officer.
1st Lieut. H. P. Perrine, Co. M., 6th Cavalry, on detached service at Camp
Thomas, commanding Co. B., 6th Cavalry.
Levi Force, A. A. Surgeon, Post Surgeon.
STREETS. [Page 29]
The streets in that portion of the city inhabited before the city site
was secured by U. S. Patent, are mostly narrow, like those of Mexican
cities; but all the larger portion of the city, laid off since then, has
broad streets and avenues. No regular system of street grades has, as yet,
been established; hence persons investing their money in buildings know not
but that at some future time they will be compelled to raise or lower the
basis of their domiciles, or otherwise have awkward sidewalk facilities. The
subject of regulating this matter is before the present Common Council, and
will probably be disposed of for the future good of the future city. Main,
Pennington, Congress, Meyer streets, and Stone, Toole, and Osborne avenues,
are among the most spacious and promising thoroughfares at the present time.
All the streets and avenues have their names conspicuously placed on their
corners; and, as the houses are numbered, and a directory has been
published, there is now no difficulty whatever in finding one's way to any
place or person desired. Streets running north and south are numbered in
both directions from their crossings at Pennington street; and all other
streets are numbered eastward from Main street and its extension into
Osborne avenue.
The principal streets immediately south of Pennington, and running parallel
therewith, are Congress, Mesilla, Camp, Jackson, Ochoa, McCormick, Cushing,
Simpson, and Kennedy. Those immediately north of Pennington, and running
parallel therewith, are Alameda, Washington, Council, and Franklin Streets
east of Main street and Osborne avenue, running parallel therewith, are
Meyer, Court, Church, Convent, Stone avenue, Sixth avenue, and Toole avenue.
Church Plaza is the open space of ground in front of St. Augustine's Roman
Catholic Church. Court Square is the open space surrounding the Presbyterian
Church, north of Pennington street, and in front of the old Court-house
buildings. Military Plaza occupies several blocks, and is thus called by
reason of its occupation by the U. S. troops previous to the establishing of
Fort Lowell.
CLIMATE. [Page 30]
The climate here is agreeable. The heat in midsummer is no greater than
in the Sacramento Valley, or its corresponding localities in California, nor
as oppressive as it is in Eastern cities. The highest range of the
thermometer, as recorded at the U. S. Signal Office in Tucson, is 110
degrees. This range was reached one day in 1880, being on the 30th of June.
The lowest range in 1880 was 14 degrees, on January 30. On the 28th of
January, 1880, snow fell, being the first of importance in sixteen years.
Snow to a corresponding depth also fell in March, 1881, and on the 2d of
June following the thermometer reached 110 degrees. This is certainly not a
bad showing, when compared to the region in Africa between Fezzan and the
southern side of Sahara, where the thermometer is commonly 132 degrees in
the shade, and 156 in the sun. As Tucson is 2,500 feet above the sea level,
and in a dry and light atmosphere, the heat has less effect on the human
system than the same degree would have in a lower altitude with a denser
atmosphere. At this altitude there is also an almost constant movement of
the air, which make the hot days tolerable and the nights delightful.
The rainy season begins about the first of July, and continues three months
to October, keeping the atmosphere in a cool condition. During the hot
season a refreshing mountain breeze rises about 11 o'clock A. M. each day,
and continues frequently until the grateful shades of night relieve us of
the heat's severity.
The record of temperature as kept at the United States Signal Office in
Tucson since 1866, is as follows:
Year. Max. Min.
1876 108 19
1877 110 23
1878t 105 24
1879 105 22
1880 110 14
1881 (to date) 110 19
The highest point reached by the mercury in all the years indicated occurred
in the month of June, with the exception of 1877, when the maximum was
reached in July. The lowest point was reached in January in the years 1877,
1880 and 1881, and in December in the years 1876, 1878 and 1879. From the
same source we give the record of the rainfall: The total rainfall was as
follows: In 1876, 14 inches; 1877, 13 in.; 1878, 16.6 in.; 1879, 12 in.;
1880, 6.6 in.; 1881, (to date), 2.2 in. In 1876 rain fell on 50 days; in
1879, 43 days ; 1880, 46 days; 1881 (to date), 16 days. The following table
indicates the month of each year in which the heaviest precipitation of rain
occurred, and the amount falling in such month:
Year. Month. Amount.
1876 August 4.13 inches.
1877 December 2.91 "
1878 July 5.72 "
1879 December 3.31 inches,
1880 September 1.89 "
1881 (to date) ,. .March 1.17 "
SCHOOLS OF TUCSON.
PUBLIC SCHOOL.
This school is situated on Congress street, near the railroad depot, and
consists of a long row or block of single-story adobe buildings, with a
broad veranda enclosed by a railing along Congress street. It has two very
large exercising yards for boys and girls, at the rear of the building. The
school is classified into eight grades; four constituting the Grammar and
four the Primary Department. The attendance averages about 230 pupils,
two-thirds being male children, owing to the existence of the Sister's
Convent School and Academy, which is popular with the parents of female
children. The Principal of the public school, who is also City
Superintendent of Schools, receives a salary of $150 per month. He
personally instructs the first and second grammar classes. Teachers receive
a salary of $100 per month.
Certificates of promotion are given at the end of each term, to pupils who
are found qualified to enter a higher grade. Diplomas of Graduation are
given on completion of the course to those who obtain 80 per cent, in
examination.
This school is in a flourishing: condition, and the children in attendance
are intelligent and neat in their appearance. It is contemplated to add a
High School Department next year, with additional teachers, and to make
other improvements.
Principal and City Superintendent, Prof. George C. Hall, Teacher of 1st and
2nd Grammar Grades.
Vice-Principal, M. M. Sherman, Teacher of 3rd and 4th Grammar Grades.
Mrs. M. W. Hall, Teacher of 1st and 2nd Primary Grades.
Miss Nora Smith, Teacher of 3rd and 4th Primary Grades.
ST. JOSEPH'S FEMALE ACADEMY, PAROCHIAL SCHOOL AND NOVITIATE.
This flourishing and popular educational institution of the Roman
Catholic Church, is situated in the convent building adjacent to the church
edifice of St. Augustine, in the central part of the city, and is in charge
of Mother Hyacinth, Superioress. The Academy has 130 pupils in attendance,
and is under the charge of Sister Lucretia, a highly cultivated lady and
accomplished teacher.
The Parochial School containing 135 pupils, is under the charge of Sister
Euphrasia. Both these schools are now self-supporting. For many years the
Parochial School was wholly maintained by the generous liberality of P. R.
Tully Esq., and even now he continues to guard its destinies and to give
presents to the pupils in the holiday season, and premiums at the closing
examinations.
The musical department of the Academy has 30 pupils, 20 of whom are not
members of the school but attend from their homes. Four pianos are in use at
the Academy, and the church organ is also utilized for musicial instruction.
The musical department is in charge of Sister Entichiana.
In the higher grade of the Academy about 45 pupils are in daily attendance.
In the second Academical department over 60.
As an indication of the tolerant spirit and wholesome deficiency of
prejudice in this city, we will mention the fact that twenty-nine children
of Jewish parents constantly attend the Catholic school.
In the school-room of the Academy is a magnificent piece of tapestry, some
six by eight feet square, representing General Washington in his library,
the handiwork of Miss Philips, a niece of P. R. Tully, Esq., a former pupil
of the Academy. In the execution of this work the needle of Miss Philips was
occupied one hour each day for two years.
The Novitiate of Mt. St. Joseph, situated near the Hospital in the western
suburbs, a kind of Normal School for the preparation of Novices for teaching
and for religious life. It is in charge of Mother Basil and contains three
professed members and seven novices, five of the latter being professed
novices. Four of these professed novices are in charge of St. Mary's
Hospital and others teach a free school of thirty children from surrounding
ranches. Country patients are received at this hospital, for which a
stipulated fee is allowed by the county; and by the terms of a contract with
the Southern Pacific Railroad Company the patients of that company are also
cared for at a stipulated price. By these arrangements, together with the
nominal charge for private patients, the hospital is self-sustaining. The
hospital is situated about one and one-half mile from the center of the
city, is two stories high and built of dressed stone. It is contemplated to
add a third story to this building.
ST. AUGUSTINE'S PAROCHIAL SCHOOL.
This school, for boys, is situated at the corner of Stone avenue and Ochoa street. The Principal is Prof. William E. Reardon; Assistant, Don Pablo Soto. The Primary department, for young boys, is situated at the residence of Bishop Salpointe, on Church street, and is in charge of Sister Leontine. The number of boys in attendance in summer is 190; in winter, 215. As at present organized, this school was established in 1874. The pupils are divided into first, second and third classes. Prof. Reardon instructs the first class, Don Pablo Soto the second class, and Sister Leontine the third, or Juvenile department. This school was founded in 1866.
MODERN SCHOOL.
This is a private school, for both sexes, conducted by Prof. J. M. Silva, and situated at No. 518 Osborn avenue, in Don Leopoldo Carrillo's garden. It has 19 boys and 25 girls, mostly Spanish pupils, in attendance.
LECEO MARIO.
This is a private school, for both sexes, situated at No. 22 Cushing street, and conducted by Misses Cruz R. and Donaciana T. Parra. Six girls and four boys are in attendance.
SUMMARY.
Pupils attending the Public School 230
Pupils attending St. Joseph's Female Academy 130
Pupils attending Parochial Female School 135
Pupils attending Novitiate, or Normal School 10
Pupils attending Free School, taught by Novitiates. . 30
Pupils attending St. Augustine's Parochial School (boys) 215—520
Pupils attending Prof. Silva's Modern School 44
Pupils attending Leceo Mario's Private School 10
Total 804
CHURCHES.
St Augustine Roman Catholic Church. — (Rectors, Rev. Francisco
Jouvanceau, Rev. Anthony Jouvanceau; Bishop and Vicar Apostolic, Rt. Rev. J.
B. Salpointe.) Church Plaza.
This church was established many years ago, near the old cemetery, where it
was first known as the Church of the Presidio. Afterwards it was re-located
in a small chapel near the corner of Congress street and Church Square. In
1866 the foundation of the present church edifice was laid, and completed
suitable for worship in 1869. The construction of the new edifice was
expensive, as building material was very costly at that time. Improvements
on the building are still in progress.* A belfry has recently been added,
and on the adjacent tower a statue of St. Augustine is to be placed. Its
Sunday-school is largely attended.
Baptist Church. — (Rev. U. Gregory, Pastor.) Hold service at the County
Court-house, until the completion of their church edifice at corner of
Eighth street and Eighth avenue. This church has a Sunday-school.
First Presbyterian Church. — (Rev. O. Hurd, Pastor.) West side of
Court-house Plaza. This is a large adobe building, commenced in 1879, and
although used for secular worship, is not yet fully completed. The
congregation is small, but in a flourishing condition. Its Sunday-school is
well attended.
Methodist Episcopal Church. — (Rev. W. G. Mills, Pastor.) A brick building
in course of construction at the comer of Pennington street and Stone
avenue. Services are held at present in the Presbyterian Church. Rev. G. H.
Adams, Bishop of Arizona, resides here, and is superintending the building
of the church edifice. Miss Josie Schreiber is the organist at this church.
The organization has a flourishing Sunday school.
SOCIETIES.
All the following designated orders and societies are in a prosperous and
growing condition:
Arizona Lodge, No. l, A.O.U.W. — Instituted January, 1881, with 22 charter
members ; now has 45. Meeting nights, Wednesdays, in Odd Fellows' Hall,
Grand Hotel building; Officers : Charles E. Holbrook, M. W.; Henry Buehman,
F., Wm. M. Blaine, O.; H. Heineman, Re.; J. M. Berger, T.; Frank Miltenberg,
Fin.; W. L. Cropper, G.
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers (Division 28). — A. Bruce, Chief
Engineer ; Fred. Littlefield, F. A. E. Meets in Odd Fellows' Hall, Grand
Hotel Block, on the first Monday, second Tuesday, and third Wednesday in
each month.
I. O. G. T., Tucson Lodge, No. 4- — Instituted March 25, 1881, with 26
charter members; now has 50. Meets Friday evenings at Presbyterian Church.
Officers: Jas. A. McFadden, W. C. T.; Mrs. E. M. Johnson, W. R. H. S.; Miss
Josie Schrieber, W. L. H. S.; Miss Julia Ingram, W. V. T.; N. M. Townsend,
W. S.; W. A. S., Miss Yetta Feldman ; Darwin T. Briggs, W. T.; G. E.
Gonzales, W. F. S.; C. E. Serrott, W. M.; Miss Minnie Stovel, W. D. M.; Mrs.
E. A. Halsted, W. I. G.; M. J. Brundage, W. O. G.; Rev. U. Gregory,
Chaplain.
Pima County Lodge, No. 3, L. 0. 0. F. — Chartered January, 1881, with twenty
charter members, now has a membership of fifty. Meeting nights, Thursday of
each week, in hall, Grand Hotel building. Officers : Henry D. Corbett, N.
G.; John Hart, V. G.; H. C. Kusel, Sec; W. F. Scott, Treas.; K. H. Choat,
Per. Sec.
Tucson Turn Verein. — J. M. Berger, President; Henry Buehman,
Vice-President; H. Kollman, First Secretary; H. C. Keisel, Second Secretary;
Adolph Goldschmidt, Treasurer. Meetings are held every Saturday night, at
Levin's Hall, until a building is erected. The society, although but
recently organized, has fifty-three members.
Tucson Lodge, F. &. A. M.— Officers: A. M. Bragg, M.; G. J. Roskruge, S. W.;
A. Marx, J. W.; C. T. Etchells, T.; S. M. Allis, Sec. First meeting was held
March 28, 1881. Membership, thirty. Meet in Odd Fellows' Hall, Grand Hotel
building, on the last Monday in each month.
Tucson Lodge, No. 3, K. of P. — J. A. Zabriskie, C. C; Moye Weeks, V. C; M.
Gratto, P. C; H. D. Corbett, K. of R and S.; J. C. Perry, P.; M. T. Brown,
M. of Ex.; C. K Drake, M. of F. This Lodge was instituted March 23, 1881,
with twenty-eight charter members. It now has a membership of thirty-five
with indication of a large increase. Meet Tuesday nights in Odd Fellows'
Hall, Grand Hotel building.
BANKS.
For many years Lord & Williams did the only banking business in Tucson. Although not strictly a banking firm, their credit, capital, reputation and facilities were of such a high character as to justify the general confidence of the merchants, capitalists and bankers throughout the entire country. Thus they continued the sole occupants of the field until January, 1879, when the Pima County Bank was organized, with a large cash capital, by P. K Tully and the Jacobs Brothers. In April of the same year the Bank of Saffbrd, Hudson & Co. came into existence, also with a large cash capital. Both these banks rank among the foremost. Lord & Williams continue to transact important financial operations, as formerly.
NEWSPAPERS.
The daily Citizen is an evening paper, Republican in politics, and the
oldest of all the newspapers at present published in Tucson and the oldest
in the Territory. It was founded as a weekly October 15, 1870, by Colonel
John Wasson. In 1875 R. C. Brown, Esq., the present proprietor, purchased in
and became a partner of Colonel Wasson, but afterwards sold back his
interest. Subsequently Wasson sold the paper to John P. Clum, who in the
early part of 1878 moved the paper to Florence, where it was issued until
the latter part of 1879, when it reappeared in Tucson, and in the latter
part of 1880 again became the property of R. C. Brown. A weekly edition is
also published. The Citizen has a power press and a complete job department.
[The office of this paper was totally destroyed by fire June 9, 1881, but
the paper survives the catastrophe.]
The Arizona daily and weekly Star is published in Tucson, by L. C. Hughes,
Esq., editor and proprietor. The daily is 28 columns and the weekly 82
columns. The paper was first started as the daily Bulletin, with only 12
columns, March 1, 1877, by L. C. Hughes and Charles Tully. In thirty days
thereafter it was enlarged to 20 columns and the name changed to the
Tri-Weekly Star. On August 1st of that year it was again enlarged to 25
columns, and thereafter issued as a weekly, and L. C. Hughes became the sole
proprietor. On June 26, 1879, a 20-column daily was first issued in
connection with the weekly, and the latter was at the same time enlarged to
32 columns, and the price reduced from five to three dollars per annum.
Since that time the daily has been twice enlarged and is now 28 columns. In
politics the paper is Democratic, yet this has not been made a leading
feature. The interests of the people and the development of the resources of
the Territory has been its constant aim. Its policy on Territorial matters
has been such that it has secured a large and increasing patronage, until it
has advanced to its present state of influence and prosperity. The Star
circulates largely in the adjoining Territories, in California, Sonora and
the Eastern States as well as in Arizona. Its various stages of successive
growth may be considered as a reflex of the constantly increasing business
activity and wonderful growth of this section of Arizona. A large
steam-power press and complete job office belong to this establishment. A
new Star building is being erected on the corner of Congress and Convent
streets, which will be one of the most imposing in the city.
The Daily Journal is independent in politics, and was founded January 1st,
1881, by its present proprietor, F. P. Thompson, Esq. A paper called the
Weekly Mining Journal, devoted to mining interests, is also issued from this
establishment. A new Hoe power press and job press has recently been added
to the mechanical department, as well as additional type and other
appliances.
El Fronterizo. This is a seven -column weekly newspaper, published in
Spanish, and ably edited by its proprietor, Don Carlos I. Velasco. It was
established September 28th, 1878. It is issued every Friday, has a large
circulation in Arizona and Sonora, and is every way in a prosperous
condition. Office, No. 621 Stone Avenue.
BARRIO LIBRE. [Page 39]
This designation was given by the Mexican residents to that quarter of the city lying along Meyer and adjacent streets, southward of the business portion of the city, occupied by the Americans. It means Free Zone, and in earlier times was allowed to remain without legal restraints or the presence of a policeman. Here, the Mescalian could imbibe his fill, and either male or female could, in peaceful intoxication, sleep on the sidewalk or in the middle of the streets, with all their ancient rights respected. Fandangoes, monte, chicken fights, broils, and all the amusements of the lower class of Mexicans, were, in this quarter, indulged in without restraint; and to this day much of the old-time regime prevails, although the encroachments of the American element indicate the ultimate doom of the customs in the Berrio Libre. It must be understood that these remarks apply only to the lower class of Mexicans, and not to the cultured Mexican residents of the city, who, for intelligence and enterprise, are foremost among our people.
PLACES OF PUBLIC RESORT.
Silver Lake. — This place is situated one and one-half miles south-west
of the city, and is a constant resort, both day and night, for the
inhabitants of Tucson. The lake is caused by a dam of masonry in the Santa
Cruz River, and extends over several acres. Several boats are available for
sailing or rowing up the river beyond the lake. A row of commodious
bathhouses are constructed for the accommodation of bathers, and a stout
rope extends across a portion of the lake for the convenience of persons
learning to swim. The hotel, bath-houses, pavilion, lake and grove occupy a
space of twenty acres, leased and controlled by J. F. Rickey and J. O.
Bailey, who also own the mile race track adjacent thereto, and where the
annual races are held. This is the only race track near Tucson and the only
swimming baths in Arizona.
Levins Park. — This ever popular resort is situated at the foot of
Pennington street, but a few steps from the business heart of the city. It
consists of a grove of tall and shady Cottonwood trees seven acres in
extent, in which are located a threatre, music pavilion, billiard alcoves,
bowling alley, bar, restaurant, baths, brewery, shooting gallery, chairs,
tables, etc. A stream of rapid running water passes through the grove, and
near its banks is a large plat of green grass, both grateful to the sight
and gladdening to the heart. A large enclosed pavilion occupies a portion of
the grounds, which on State occasions in Tucson is utilized for balls and
ceremonies, by the societies and the polite society of Tucson in general.
All day and far into the night, brilliantly illuminated, this park is
resorted to by the population, and without its beneficent shade and other
luxuries Tucson would be lacking in one of its principal features. Joseph
Bayer and Louis Schwarz have leased this park for a term of five years, and
by their liberal and enterprising management are extending its popularity.
Fullers Springs, or Agua Calienta, is situated some fourteen miles east of
the city at the foot of the mountains — the road passing Fort Lowell. It is
the property of Mr. James P. Fuller, who is making it a useful place of
resort for sick people, or those who seek temporary recreation away from the
heat and business of the city. The Mineral Warm Springs are already
celebrated for their efficacy in speedily curing kidney complaints and
rheumatism. The medicated water is 88 degrees Fahrenheit, as it comes from
the earth, and although many persons drink it thus heated for the sake of
obtaining Its full force of gases, others prefer to let it cool over night
in an olla, and thus drink it, refreshing and invigorating in the morning.
These waters contain soda, magnesia, iron and sulphur, and are pronounced
equal to the famous hot springs of Arkansas. Mr. Fuller has provided
cottages and ample hotel accommodations for the public. An orchard of 3,000
trees partly belongs to this ranch.
San Xavier del Bac. — This is an old mission situated in the Santa Cruz
valley, nine miles south of the city, and which was established by the
Jesuit missionaries towards the end of the seventeen century, for the
purpose of civilizing the Papago Indians. It is constantly visited by
travelers and other persons interested in local vestiges of the earliest
settlements of the country. By the Mexican resident it is a place of resort
when occasional bull-fights take place in that vicinity.
ADDITIONS TO TUCSON.
Buell’s Addition. — Adjoining the city limits on the eastward there is a
tract of 160 acres laid off in blocks and streets, and known as Buell's
Addition. It is a level tract, and good water in abundance can be obtained
at a depth of from 30 to 40 feet. The location is very healthy, being
somewhat higher than the city; and the temperature at all times is from ten
to twelve deg. cooler than in town. The border of this addition is but three
blocks distant from the railroad and depot of the Southern Pacific, and but
half a mile from the business part of Tucson. A number of substantial houses
are already built and occupied, and the lots being cheap, are being rapidly
purchased and settled upon. It is the terminal point of one of the projected
lines of street railroad. (See advertisement herein, as to prices of lots.)
Allen's Addition. — This tract adjoins Buell's Addition, and contains
several substantial residences. Lots 50 by 183 feet, sold on the installment
plan.
Real Estate Associates. — The project of this association is the laying out
of a tract of from four hundred to six hundred acres of land immediately
adjoining the northwestern portion of the city. This land has a small lake
of water supplied by springs, being the outlet of a gravel bed underlying
the entire mesa for miles around. They contemplate laying this entire tract
out into blocks, avenues and streets upon which may be erected modern
cottages and villas, which can be supplied with water from the aforesaid
lake, while under pressure, throughout the houses and hydrants. Thus the
trees, shrubbery and flowers can be amply supplied with water. The first
steps in their progress is the laying out of a boulevard, which will be a
continuation of Main Street North. Shade trees will be set out on each side
and, with the abundant water supply, the residents can have a prolific
growth of trees, deciduous, evergreen and fruit, and flowers and shrubbery
ad libitum. They propose, in order to secure an auspicious beginning, to
donate to the first ten acceptable parties, who will erect an attractive
dwelling thereon, the entire plot forming half a block front on each corner
and two hundred and thirty feet on the boulevard by two hundred feet on the
cross streets. The company also propose to unite with these parties in the
erection of ten other dwelling houses of the most approved style of
architecture. The projectors of this enterprise have issued a pamphlet
setting forth the prospectus of the association. It is confidently believed
that the consummation of these praiseworthy plans will result in securing a
permanent and valuable accession to the population of the future great
commercial metropolis of Arizona. This project has its origin in the public
spirit of our worthy townsman, C. M. K. Paulison, whose experience in
building up the city of Passaic, N. J., during the past twenty years,
justify us in the belief that it will become a grand success.
Osborn's Addition. This tract consists of three blocks of land situated
south-west of the city along Osborn avenue from its intersection with Main
Street South. It was laid out in 1880 with lots one hundred and fifty by
fifty feet, and streets eighty feet in width. Lots are at present selling at
from $30 to $75 each. The drive to Silver Lake passes this tract as also the
main thoroughfare up the Santa Cruz valley and to Sonora. The line of street
railroad is also projected past this tract.
Bruckner's Addition. — This body of land consists of some thirty blocks (157
acres) adjoining the southern limits of the city. Lots are fifty by one
hundred and eighty feet and streets eighty feet wide. These lots are now
selling at about $50 each.
George L. Lynde has a tract south of the city, which is laid off into lots
and blocks for sale on reasonable terms.
INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISES.
Iron Foundry and Machine Shop. — This establishment was founded about the
beginning of 1880, by P. N. O'Donnell, of Los Angeles. It is situated at the
corner of Eighth street and Third avenue, eastward of the railroad. The
machinery consists of two lathes, a drill press, and circular saw; smelting
cupola, and a twelve-horse power engine. A large stock of iron and coal is
on hand, and Mr. O'Donnell is prepared to make all kinds of quartz-mill
castings, iron fronts for buildings and any other work in iron or brass.
Tucson Vinegar Works. — This valuable industry has been recently established
near the railroad depot, by W. J. Doherty, a gentleman of extensive
experience in the business. The establishment has all necessary
appurtenances, and the vinegar is produced from pure honey, and sold to the
trade in from five to fifty gallon kegs. •
Soda and Ice Works. — The Pioneer Soda and Ice Works are situated at No. 215
Convent street, corner of Corrall street, G. W. Van Hoevenberg and L. T.
Farr, proprietors. The works and buildings cover an area 100 by 150 feet
square. Ice is manufactured from pure water on the premises, by the Van
Hoevenberg & Stevens process, with a 16-horse-power engine. The soda
factory, formerly the property of J. F. Innes & Co., is the only one in the
city, and has a capacity of from 200 to 1,000 dozen bottles per day. The ice
factory has a capacity for turning out three tons of ice daily. A wagon
delivers these desirable articles of consumption to all parts of the city.
Ten men are employed in both departments, during the hot season.
American and Mexican Mining Exchange. — This institution was established
December 15, 1880, for the purpose of developing the mining resources of
Arizona, of which the city of Tucson is the recognized permanent center, and
to promote mining intercourse with the neighboring State of Sonora, in
Mexico, by bringing to the knowledge of American capitalists, merchants and
manufacturers, the natural wealth of both sections. The active heads of this
important institution at the present time are Don J. M. Soto, Col. F.
Stanford, and Don Marcus Forster. It is situated in a spacious building
erected for the purpose at No. 417 Meyer Street South, and is resorted to
generally by business men and capitalists visiting Tucson. Every convenience
has been prepared for the accommodation of the public, including writing
tables,' library, reading room, etc. Specimens of all leading mines are on
exhibition. Parties abroad who desire information concerning mines or lands
in Arizona, may address the Exchange or any of the parties mentioned above,
and be certain of a prompt, courteous and reliable answer.
Eagle Flour Mills. — These steam mills were built 14 years ago, by Lee &;
Scott, and were purchased seven years since by the present proprietor, E. N.
Fish, Esq. They contain three run of stone, with a capacity of over 7,000
lbs. per day of 12 hours with two stones. The engine is 2 5 -horse power.
Grain from the vicinity of Tucson is here ground, and sold all over Arizona.
Few of the business men of Tucson are more active and energetic than Mr.
Fish. Neither the broiling sun nor the down-pouring rain interferes with
whatever business he has in hand to perform. Since his residence here many
public duties have been forced upon his care. He has frequently filled the
office of City Treasurer; for eight years he was a member and for four years
chairman of the Board of County Commissioners. Recently he acted as a member
of the special commission appointed to adjust the difference between Pima
and the new County of Cochise. Mr. Fish has been unfortunate this year from
successive losses by fire; but his natural energies will enable him to
speedily repair all damages and recover all losses.
A. & C. Lumber Company. — J. N. Mason, Esq., is Manager of this enterprise
in Tucson, which contains the principal stock of lumber in the Territory.
Mr. Mason expresses the belief that the time is approaching when our people
will cease building with adobes and use lumber. His theory is that while a
frame building may become heated sooner than an adobe, it also cools off
quicker; whereas, when the adobe once becomes heated in summer, it remains
so night and day until cold weather returns, and people move out at night
and sleep in the open air. This company has saw-mills at Alta and Dutch
Flat, California, and from Tucson ship lumber and other building material to
all parts of Arizona. [See advertisement.]
C. T. Etchells’ Blacksmith Shop. — Perhaps nowhere else in the United States
are there such large blacksmith shops as here in Tucson. The one belonging
to Mr. Etchells is at least 150 feet square, and those of Mr. Quinlin and
Mr. Bragg are of similar proportions. The present establishment of Mr.
Etchells was the pioneer business in this part of Arizona, it having been
established by John Burt, in 1856. Mr. Etchells became its proprietor in
1868. He has in use three forges, a lathe and engine, and all the appliances
necessary for blacksmithing, wagon making, or repairing mining machinery.
Employment is given to eight men.
Sweetland & Co. commenced business in 1880. They manufacture spring
mattresses, and cots, and picture-frames. (See their advertisement.)
Leo Goldschmidt, in connection with his gigantic furniture establishment,
manufactures mattresses, bedding, and furniture to order. (See
advertisement.)
Two brick-yards are doing an active business in this vicinity, one of them
being situated near Silver Lake. Wetmore & Dean are the agents in the city.
Two breweries partly supply the population with beer, which is regarded as a
healthy drink in this climate. One of these is the property of Alex. Levin,
and situated at the Park; the other is located in the vicinity of Silver
Lake.
A tannery, cooper-shop, and soap-factory are among the new industries
required here, and from which large profits would be realized.
TABLE OF DISTANCES. [Page 46]
WESTWARD BY RAILROAD.
Tucson to Picacho 46 Miiel.
Tucson to Casa Granda (thence stages for Florence, 25 miles; Silver King, 57
miles) 65
Tucson to Maricopa (thence stages for Phoenix, 30 miles; Vulture, 90 miles;
Wickenberg, 90 miles; Prescott, 152 miles) 91
Tucson to Gila Bend 128
Tucson to Yuma (thence steamer to Colorado River points) 247
Tucson to Los Angeles 496
Tucson to San Francisco 978
EASTWARD BY RAILROAD.
Tucson to Papago 14
Tucson to Pantano (thence stage to Empire City, 14 miles, and Harshaw, 50
miles) 28
Tucson to Benson (thence by stage to Tombstone, 30 miles; also to Bisbee and
Dragoon Pass) 46
Tucson to Ochoa 55
Tucson to Willcox (thence stage to Fort Grant, 24 miles; Camp Thomas, 64
miles; Globe, 132 miles, and San Carlos, 99 miles) 85
Tucson to San Simon (to Gayleyville, 22 miles) 125
Tucson to Lordsburg 150
Tucson to Deming, New Mexico 230
EASTWARD BY STAGE, ETC.
Tucson to Fort Lowell 7
Tucson to Fuller's Springs and Resort 14
WESTWARD BY STAGE, ETC.
Tucson to Pelton (Silver Bell District) 45
Tucson to Abbie Waterman Mine (Silver Hill) 40
Tucson to Cababi 70
Tucson to Meyer’s District 100
NORTHWARD BY STAGE, ETC.
Tucson to Old Hat 45
Tucson to Old Camp Grant 47
SOUTHWARD BY STAGE, ETC.
Tucson to San Xavier del Bac 9
Tucson to Maish & Driscoll’s Ranch 34
Tucson to Tubac 50
Tucson to Cerro Colorado 58
Tucson to Toltec 64
Tucson to Arivaca 67
Tucson to Calabasas 70
Tucson to Babocivori Peak 80
Tucson to the Mexican Line 75
Tucson to Altar (in Sonora) 150
Tucson to Magdalena 150
Tucson to Hermosillo 300
Tucson to Guaymas (by railroad from Hermosillo) 400
SOUTH-WESTWARD BY STAGE, ETC.
Tucson to Davidsons Springs 18
Tucson to Empire Ranch 41
Tucson to Camp Crittenden 52
Tucson to Hughes' Ranch 54
Tucson to Harshaw 72
Tucson to Belmont 81
DIRECTION OF THE MAILS.
To the East by railroad, daily.
To the West by railroad, daily.
To Arivaca, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
To Tubac and Calabasas, Mondays.
To Magdalena and Guymas, Tuesdays and Saturdays.
To Altar, Mondays and Wednesdays.
To Riverside, in Pinal County, Mondays and Fridays.
To Catalina, Mondays and Fridays.
Money Order office at Tucson P. O. Open from 9 A. M. to 4 p. M. (Sundays
excepted). Closes at noon on Saturdays.
General delivery open from 8 A. M. to 6:30 P. M.
ADDITIONAL NAMES, CHANGES, REMOVALS, ETC.
RECEIVED TOO LATE FOR REGULAR INSERTION.
Colville, Ed, 212 Camp st.
Goodfriend, Simon, bookkeeper, (C. T. Etchells).
Maxwell, Fred, commission merchant, 3 Congress st.
Murphy John, miner, res. Palace Hotel.
Oldham, John H., special policeman, res. Palace Hotel.
Page 29— "Roster of Officers at Fort Lowell."
General Staff, 3
Field, Staff and Band, 9
Co. M 6th Cavalry, 55
Detachment 6th Cavalry, 27
Total, 94