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Show AGENTS. LIFE IN ALTA. Ur. J G. Johnson is agent for the Alta is a li vely place. In common Observer in Salt Lake City. Mr. C. H. Enos, Stationer, etc., with all mining cam pi, everything Walker street, Alta, is agent for the moves at a fast pace, totally unlike the monotonous life of an agricultural vilsale of the Observer. lage. This camp les with more populous cities in the number of its ai tractions. Circumscribed in its area, ar.d limited in its population, yet every kind of business and pleasure found in larger WEBB L 5IMC0CKES, Editors. cities finds a counterpart here. None need pine away in dullness here. We ALTA, SATURDAY, JULY 19, 187a. will proceed to enumerate some of the principal resorts. First of all we will of THE CITY PROPERTY IN DISPUTE. speak Amusements. Among the numerous places of It will be seen from our local columns, we would particularly is likely to be some trouble amusement, concerning the title to the land upon mention the Free Concert Hall, otherwhich Alta is built. It would seem wise known as the Grand Hotel, kept that the original settlers cl the place by Nick Dramer, who spares no exneglected to take steps to secure a title pense in his efforts to furnish enjoyfrom the government for their holdings, ment for the public. This popular reapparently contenting theniscLes with sort is crowded nightly by nn appreHere may be seen this title, which possession gives to the ciative people. It appears eight dashing young ladies, from the occupiers of the soil. that Walker Brothers, by purchase ol fairest blonde to the daikest brunette Sioux Indian scrip and other means, variety sufficient to suit every teste, Tbae ladies are two years ago, acquired a sufficient however fastidious. foothoid to enable- them to apply to constantly in attendance upon visitors, Washington for a patent for the laud and are ere r read v to please vou with The citizens, however, forwarded a pro- a dance, charm you with a song, or test, on the strength of which the ap- captivate you by an animated converplication was rejected. It was thought sation. In addition to these, the place that there was an end of the matter. iu further enlivened by Messrs. Homer But after the lapse of fourteen months and Ballard on the organ and violin, the citizens find that they have been who of themselves furnish an entertainA out, generallcd, and that a patent for ment of no ordinary character. the land has actually been obtained, by genial spirit presides over the bar, and a Mr. Raybold, connected with the firm dispenses refreshments at a reasonable of Walker Brothers. Thus the property figure. Altogether it is one of the best holders are placed entirely at the mercy places we know of to pass a leisure of the- party holding the patent. Al- evening. We were almost omitting to armed at this state of affairs, a meeting mention the name of Billy Cartiduff, was held on Monday night, to consider the estimable mastei of ceremonies, ng affairs has what steps should be taken in the mat- wlio.--e manner of ter. A liberal spirit was manifested by won the good opinion of ail. In connection with amusements we the speakers. All were in favor of paywould refer to the Exchange Billiard ing a nominal sum to the parent holder, but firmly set their faces against Saloon, on Walker street, where those conceding any exorbitant demand, pre- who love to knock about the ivpry may on the Lest ot ferring rather to spend a larger sum in enjoy such recreation laities. contesting the patent in theourtsof At Messrs. Harlow & Kings Saloon law. We trust this matter will be amithe lovers of billiards are also wont to cably settled. It hangs at present like a pall over Alta, preventing improve- congregate, attracted by the excellent ments in building, and in other way s provision for the practice of their favo retarding the growth of the city. It rite sport. We pass on to notice the will be more conducive to the interests Hotels. of both parties if the matter is settled without recourse to the slow and expen- Hotels are an essential in every sive process of the law. Without them there would be At- the adjourned meeting held last a void in our social requirements. detera manifested citizens the night Of the hotels of Alta we would single mination to fight any such demands as out the Fuller House as deserving of those contained in the letter of Hemp- special remark. This house is prostead fc Kirkpatrick. This matter is vided with accommodation for nearly terribly mied, apd there has been one hundred guests. Mr. S. Fuller, the gross negligence ori the part' of some gentlemanly proprietor, is fully alive who have had charge of it in the past. to all that is required in the conduct ot Where the blame reBts, however, it is an hotel. 'Nothing is lacking to ensure difficult to tell. Une thing is certain, the comfort of patrons. The beds are the people cannot and will not pay clean, and the rooms are airy and well other than a mere nojninal sum for ventilated. The tables are laden with their holdings. The Alta Town Site luxurious and substantial fare More Company must see the fruitlessneas of than this we need not say, as the Fuller pressing their proposition to an issue House is as familiar as household words in the courts of law. The certain re- to all who have done business iu Alta. sults of such a course would be great Restaurants. expense and endless litigation. Of restaurants there is no scarcity in Alta City. Mr. W. D. Brandt has reThe Chinese. For so small a place and so young a cently fitted up, in elegant style, the city, we have never seen so many China premises immediately opposite Messrs. houses of evil resort. The eternal Clasbey & Reads, under the name of twang of the China banjo or fiddle, the the Nevada Restaurant. Here meals sing-son- g monosyllables, and interpret-les- s are served in the best style of the art, jargon of the gamblers of these tempting even to the appetite of au ' heathen Chinee" are an intolerable epicure. Every courtesy is shown to nuisance. We can boast a China town customers, and no ope will have reason here as in all cities of importance, to complain at the prices charged. We must not forget to mention the where these vile creatures do congreA great service would be ren- Alta Restaurant among the places gate. dered the community it the nuisance where a good feed may be obtained. were abated, and these creatures punish- The bill of fare is extensive, the fare ed for plying their filthy' occupations. itself is excellent, ard the charges are Never does a China wash-hous- e appear moderate. Mr. Simmons is also the proprietor in any vicinity, but soon is seeu the s restaurant on Walker female slaves . huddled with their tan-f- of a ed malei companions. Their super- street, which is entitled to patronage. Across the road the Miners Restaustition is exhibited every evening at the doo:s on the lighting of the lamps, by rant is situated. This restaurant, as exhibitions of gestures, low- mumbling, its name intimates, is particularly inand burut sacrifices to keep auld tended for miners, and receives a libclooty away from them ; but the old eral share of their support. The meals gentleman is so ufed to the rites are served up in a cleanly manner, and that he wont be banished by them; and Mr. theft orgies under his auspices are an- the fare is of the beat quality. and disgusting, and a disgrace. Brandy understands his business, and noying Yre wish we were rid of them. richly merits success. that-ther- Apology. Since our last publication we were accosted by a lady, who having read our remarks on the mines in the neighborhood of the Flagstaff, was to fiudthatno mention was made of the ladies mine, ami asked tor an explanation of the omission. We oe.-- t airily had no idea of the existence of such a mine. We always thought that the ladies minds ran in a different direction. By iier we were told that the mine is close to the Ohio, is owned exclusively by ladies, and rejoices in the ladies name of Carnation. Two hundred dollars is sutn at present expended, but preparations are making for further development. We hope the Carnation may live to .ship ore without termination; in which event we should like to be aiming the fortunate fellows holding an interest in the claimants. sui-pri.s- LOST. On Sunday la?t, iu Alta Ci t Containingthc accountsof con-Iuci- - a. first-clas- Cutlerk WALKER STREET, AMUSEMENT FOR THE BOYS. Dealers in Nick Dramers ALTA CITY, UTAH. The only place in Alta where the Miner? can find a good home- Terms reasonable. Give us a rail. jylG tf JOSEPH BRANDY, Proprietor. Groceries, GRAND FREE Provisions, Clothing, C. HI. BIT OS, Boots and Shoes, Choice Cigars , Tobacco, Fruit, Heavy NEWSPAPERS AND STATIONERY, Two doors above Marlow and Kings, WALKER STREET, ALTA, jyictf Of all and Shelf Hardware, Day and Night. Open description, and General Stock of Ladies wailing in Attendance Miners Outfitting Tools STORE. Hall. Concert Dealer in During the day. IMPLEMENTS, AC., &.C., &C. Eight Young Ladies will i cora-munit- Can'll rind Stables, and 87 in Currency. The $7 will be (riven to the fiuder on returning the book to Wells Fargo and Cos, Alta, RESTAURANT, DRUG , ; MEMORANDUM COOK, - - Alta Advertisements. ed Alta Advertisements. MINERS ' Alta Advertisements. All kinds of Drugs, Perfumeries, Paints, Oils And Dye Stuffs. Of the purest and best, for Medicinal pur-purpos- pear every night. Superintendents and contractors of mine are respectfully requested to examine our stock before purchasing elsewhere, jy 16 tf Wines, Whiskas & Brandies ap- The best place fur fun in Alta. es . Corner of CIGARS AND TOBACCO. Pyhsicians Prescriptions carefully pounded. Walker Street. Alta City, Little Co'.tonwood. com- This hou&e is the largest and best appointed house in Altae City, and has twenty-fivguests. Ladies and gentlemen visiting Alta City will find it to their benefit to stop it t this house, as it has very superior accommodations, the tables being supplied with thobest the market affords. accom-modatiouil- ar If you want a good article, call at the v. MINERS DRUG STORE, Alta. jylf. tf J. W. COLDTHAIT. NEVADA 8. FULLER, jylb tf Manager.'. MEAT RESTAU RANT MARKET. Songs and Faacy Dances every Night and KUSIC BY HOMERS BAND The bar supplied with the best Wines Liquors and Cigars. jy 12 tf Fresh Meat of all kinds always on hand. Sait Lake Advertisements. Orders Promptly Filled. WALKER STREET, J. C. jy 1 6 ARMSTRONG A CO. tf Proprietors, VALLEY HOUSE, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, One block north and west of the Pot Office, R. L. BAWDENS The bedrooms are clean and well ventilated. Table supplied with the best ihe mar ket affords. Board and lodging, 88 to 810 pet week. The undersigned desires to inform his . Hoard and lodging, 81 50 to 82 her day. Alta 3Iain Streetf End of friends and the public that he has opened the Fast Day board, 86 per Week. above named resfaurant, where ho is preThe best Wines, Liquors and Cigars. aa to fine a meal as the serve market J. P. Sorensen, pared Chas. Dahl Salt Lake and other newspapers on the can affordtable. jy!6 tf 2m Proprietors. jyI2 Meals at all hours, day and night. Open Day& Night SALOON, t - JAMES McTIRNEYS Give me a call. Meals, 50 Cent s W. D. BRANDT, jy!6 tf Proprietor. If you Want a Good Meal, Call at the GALOOIk, WALKER STREET, J. McDonald, Notary Public AND CONVEYANCER, Alta Restaurant, sa& ALTA. The best of Liquors at the Bar, and every Iyl6 tf attention given to customers. ALTA1 CITY. SC01T, DUNHAM & CO., jyl6 tf Dealers Miners Tools, Mill Findiift, Hardware, Iron, Steel, Etc. jyl2 WALKER STREET. Meals at all hours. Importers and Jobbers ef jyl6 tf - Exchange Billiard Saloon. FIRST CLASS TABLES. Best of Liquors and Cigars at the Bar. Furnished Rooms up stairs. . EWING & RAFFERTY, Proprietor. jyl6 tf tf E. A. FARGO & CO., T e table supplied with the best the mar ket affords. r lh&'sincirr. On Monday Alta, a last, between Granite and Brandies, Vines A Liquors, y SIS m cash, receipt for taining a portrait. Tne hine, also a gentleman er will be libcraHy rewarded on leaving Freni street, eor. Commercial 815 same at this office. JJl tf BAA FRANCISCO |