Future of Johnson Camp Assured in Copper Developments
Cobriza Mines Development Company now operating the Republic group under Halstead Lindsley and W H Galligan reports satisfactory ore bodies with prospects of larger output. Arizona Michigan gains new management H Pomeroy and Trigier, while James Tong leads Johnson Copper Development. Shipments 20 to 25 cars monthly exceed 5 percent copper content. Keystone Copper mines eyes water level breakthrough and sulphide zones. Peabody Mines expands machinery and aims at larger scale copper production. Johnson merchants note rising business and camp confidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Cobriza Mines Development Company
Republic Group
Halstead Lindsley
W. H. Galligan
Arizona- Michigan
Cobriza
James Tong
Andy Tong
H. Pomeroy
Trigier
Epes Randolph
Epes Randolph In the ‘‘King of Arizona
Jas. Tong
Johnson Copper Development Company
Ed. Halderman Properties
Keystone Copper Mines Co
Peabody Mines
Everhardy
Maurer Sisters Concert Charms Local Lyceum Audience
The Maurer Sisters concert at the K of P hall drew an appreciative crowd Saturday night. The four young musicians played the cornet flute violin and cello, delivering a Benson style musical treat. The article hopes the sisters will return soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurer Sisters
K. of P. Hall
Lyceum
Benson
Improved Farm Sold Near St. David Bridge
Mr. Thos McKinney disposed of his 160 acre farm six miles south of town near the St David bridge. Purchaser is Lee Ramsey from the Sulphur Springs valley near Douglas. The Carr place, bought three years ago by McKinney, includes twenty head of cattle work stock and farm implements. Price not published but believed near $100 an acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. McKinney
St. David Bridge
Lee Ramsey
Sulphur Springs
Douglas
Old Carr Place
McKinney
Young People's Society reorganized at Benson Methodist
A Benson Methodist church meeting of the Young People’s Society was held Tuesday evening. Initiated by J F Graham, the society reorganized with Harold Holcomb as president, Margaret Wilson as vice president, and Vada Clark as secretary-treasurer. A social session followed with games and refreshments. The group meets Sundays at 6:30 for devotional exercises and every third Tuesday for business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young People’s Society
Benson Churches
Methodist Church
J. F. Graham
Harold Holcomb
Margaret Wilson
Vada Clark
Thanksgiving Dinner Party at Bard Home
A Thanksgiving gathering was held Thursday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Bard. Guests included Miss Louise Wray Dr. E B Thompson and Mr J B Castleman with Mrs W T Jones and grandson Jack Ewell from Ft Davis Texas. Wray had been absent due to ill health and supporters welcomed her return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Bard
Louise Wray
E. B. Thompson
J. B. Castleman
W. T. Jones
Ft. Davis
Texas
Jack Ewell
Miss Wray
Maurer Sisters Entertain at Dinner and Visit Idlewild Ranch
The Maurer sisters and guests dined Sunday at Mr. and Mrs. L. K. Weigand after a Saturday concert at the K. of P. hall. The party toured Idlewild Ranch with Irene Hootman L. E. Weigand, Martin Van Covering, and C. L. Rucker reporting a pleasant outing and Benson praised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurer
K. of P. Hall
L. K. Weigand
Idlewild Ranch
Arizona
Irene Hootman
L. E. Weigand
Martin van Covering
C. L. Rucker
Benson
Married Monday wedding of Leonard Durnal and Blanche Jennings
A popular couple, Leonard Durnal and Blanche Jennings, wed Monday evening in Tombstone with parental attendance. The groom is son of Mrs. T. H. McKinney of Benson and the bride is the eldest child of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Jennings near town. A reception followed at the bride’s home, and they left Wednesday for Thanksgiving with the groom’s sister near Winkelman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leonard Durnal
Blanche Jennings
Tombstone
T. H. McKinney
Benson
J. F. Jennings
Winkelman
Goetz Store Expansion Nears Completion
Outside work on the new Goetz store building is nearly finished and interior progress is strong. The addition will double the storeroom size and feature up to date fixtures. Electric lighting will be improved and a new cement sidewalk fronts the building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goetz
Benson
Presbyterian Church Services
Rev. St. J. Hedges will lead services every Sunday morning and evening at the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. J. Hedges
Mrritopist Episcopal Church Announces Sunday Services
The Mrritopist Episcopal Church invites all to Sunday school at 10:00 and preaching at 7:30 p.m. Services are open to everyone. James E. Frexris is the pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James E. Frexris
Work To Start On Spreckles Road
Plans to resume construction of the San Diego and Arizona railroad connect San Diego with Yuma and spur regional development. Prominent supporters tout Douglas as a future transcontinental link and broader ties to El Paso and Chicago, with Speckels risking millions for a corridor benefiting Southern California and Southern Arizona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Diego
Douglas Dispatch
Great
Southwest
Arizona
Douglas
M Mountains
Imperial Valley
Southern Pacific
Yuma
Spreckles
el Paso
Southwestern
Sun City
Chicago
Spreckels
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Johnson Camp
Ramona
Moss Pharmacy
T. E. Thorpe
Mgr
Maier Bros
General Merchandise
Benson Feed Corral
Sam Wilson
THE
Bank OF Benson
Young People’s Meeting
Presbyterian Church Services
Mrritopist Episcopal Church
Spreckles Road
Chas. E. Goetz
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