Redlands honors centenarian Mason Dr A W King
Dr A W King of Redlands California dies aged 1061 years and 8 months after a 69 year Masonry career. First made a Mason in 1858 Plymouth Lodge Michigan he became a Master within the year. His 101st birthday in 1926 was a Redlands public holiday and he met every US president since 1840 and voted in every election.
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Advertising lowers costs and drives information in markets
The piece argues that newspaper advertising, despite claims of waste, lowers prices only if sales could occur without it. It asserts readers seek information, aiding purchases, housing, fashion, and lifestyle choices, and shares a local anecdote in which a subscriber, Tim Short, avoids payment yet is reminded of his debts and later settles, illustrating readers’ financial accountability.
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Third Notice From Postmaster Reaches Editors In Barstow
A terse message circulated to editors in Barstow warns that a third notice has been sent by the postmaster. The notice implies ongoing correspondence and cautions staff to expect further action or instructions.
Coming Out of the Mud and Good Roads Impact
The piece argues that better roads extend motor vehicle use for farmers saving time and worry moving crops and family to church and school. Waterproof asphalt surfaces on old base revive thousands of miles of poor roads enabling tractors, road machinery, and communities to emerge from mud, boosting regional unity.
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