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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1920
Page
12
Published every Saturday in Benson Arizona in the Fertile San Pedro Valley. The paper’s subscription price is $2.00. Entered at the Benson Post Office as second class mail matter.
Rumor spreads of a large capital venture seven miles south of Benson. About 300 workers needed, carpenters and adobe brick makers, with electric motors and train-length building materials. No banking yet, cash payments, with plans for a narrow gauge railroad and worker cottages. Officials convey confidence, hinting big positive impact on Benson while keeping details tight. Local papers note prior reports and promise tangible data once premises are laid.
Rumors circulate about the South Western line from Benson to Fairbank and using material to build into the hills. Reports mention ten locomotives at Tucson and a wealthy financier from the Southwest tied to a major new venture, though few facts are confirmed.
After canvassing Benson for signatures, St David agrees to host a chautauqua next season. Benson volunteers felt the load was too heavy, but St David proceeds with a strong show of support, signaling a new season event in the town.
The Signal offers six points on subscriptions. For 30 days the paper takes $1 to Jan 1 1921. Old subscribers pay $1.50, good to May 1. Debts after May 1 are dropped. Only cash accepted. After May 1 new subs sell at regular price $2.
The defense in the Wootton case before the superior court continues to build its plea of necessity as witnesses recount I. W. W. tactics during the July 12, 1917 Bisbee strike. Capt. Wheeler and Arthur Notman testify to company policies and I. W. W. demands, with fears of unrest and threats to workers and families.
A series of Methodist services begins the second Sunday this month at the Benson Church with 10 AM and 8 PM sessions. Afternoon services are at 3:30 at Fairbank. Rev. A D George and Rev N F Hofpallr lead for the good of the community.
The article explains that many cases begin with a simple cold that leaves a child vulnerable to diphtheria. It advises parents to keep a sick child home from school during diphtheria prevalence and notes that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy can quickly cure the cold and reduce germ danger.
Sealed bids due May 3 1920 at 2 PM Tucson Arizona for Section C Benson Vail Highway Federal Aid Project No 18. Work includes excavation and concrete with other incidental tasks. Bid to State Engineer Thomas Maddock with 5 percent certified check. Plans available in Phoenix or Tucson offices.
The notice touts Benson Lumber Co promoting the De Laval device for wood processing. It highlights availability and potential benefits to builders and mills in the area.
The Benson Variety Store promotes trimmed hats for sale at the start of the week, inviting customers to shop early for new headwear.
The Worsley Nelson Economic League offers free lectures in St David on Monday and Tuesday nights the 12th and 13th and in Benson on Tuesday and Wednesday nights the 13th and 14th. Topics include The Great Unrest High cost of Living Government Ownership of Railroads and Co operation vs Competition. Lectures are free.
An advertising line announces the Signal newspaper offering a subscription through January 1921 for one dollar. The short promo emphasizes value and a limited time price. Readership is urged to act quickly to secure the periodical at the reduced rate.
Miramonte Howard Martineau left last Saturday for Salt Lake City from where he will depart to the Southern states on his mission. Miss Stella Post took her school pupils to the mountains to celebrate Easter. The children picked wild flowers climbed mountains and had an enjoyable time. R L McCall returned from Tucson with a bunch of Ershire heifers. Mr Harmen has completed the well at Marion Neagle's ranch a 235 foot well with good flow. Mrs Ray Farnsworth returned from Douglas where she visited relatives. Mr and Mrs Jessie Williams of Douglas were guests of their brother Will last week.
An advertisement for Chamberlan's Tablets claiming they relieve constipation and indigestion. It notes the product is effective, easy, and pleasant to take and is sold at Moss Pharmacy.
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