Johnson Camp Prospects Brighten With Copper Developments
The Cobriza Mines Development Company and the Arizona Michigan group report new ore bodies and ongoing cross cuts raising output. Johnson Camp merchants note rising business as Edgar Halderman properties and Keystone Copper mines push sinking and water level aims.
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 Delights Local Audience
The Maurer Sisters gave a concert at the K of P hall Saturday night to an appreciative audience. The four young musicians played cornet flute violin and cello, delivering a refined musical program and earning praise. It is hoped the sisters return soon for another appearance.
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Maurer Sisters
K. of P. Hall
Lyceum
Benson
Improved 160 Acre Farm Near St. David Sold
Mr Thomas McKinney disposed of his well improved 160 acre farm six miles south of town near the St David bridge. Buyer is Lee Ramsey from the Sulphur Springs valley near Douglas. Purchase includes twenty head cattle work stock and farm implements. Price not disclosed but believed near 100 dollars per acre.
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Thos. McKinney
St. David Bridge
Lee Ramsey
Sulphur Springs
Douglas
Old Carr Place
McKinney
Young People Form New Benson Society Officers Elected
A meeting of the Young People’s Society at the Benson Methodist church organized anew under Mr. J. F. Graham. Harold Holcomb was elected president with 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 PM for devotional exercises and every third Tuesday for business.
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Young People’s Society
Benson Churches
Methodist Church
J. F. Graham
Harold Holcomb
Margaret Wilson
Vada Clark
Thanksgiving Dinner Party at Bard Residence
A pleasant Thanksgiving gathering was held Thursday at Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Bard’s home. 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. Miss Wray had been absent due to ill health and friends welcomed her return.
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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 Then Visit Idlewild Ranch
The Maurer sisters entertained Saturday night at the K of P hall with a musical program. Sunday they dined with Mr. and Mrs. L. K. Weigand and sang for guests. The group toured Idlewild Ranch to view an Arizona homestead. Attendees included Irene Hootman L. E. Weigand Martin Van Covering and C. L. Rucker.
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 Unites Leonard Durnal and Blanche Jennings
A popular young couple, Leonard Durnal and Blanche Jennings, were married 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 to visit relatives near Winkelman for Thanksgiving. Best wishes are extended for a happy life together.
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 Goetz store addition is nearly finished and interior progress is strong. When done it will double the storeroom size with up to date fixtures and improved electric lighting. A cement sidewalk in front is laid, marking a notable Benson business upgrade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goetz
Benson
Presbyterian Church Services by Rev J Hedges
Rev J Hedges the pastor will hold services every Sunday morning and evening at the Presbyterian church, inviting parishioners and visitors to join for worship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. J. Hedges
EpiscopAL Church Sunday Services Announced
The church invites all to Sunday school at 10:00 and preaching services at 7:30 p.m. Pastor James E. Frexris signs the notice.
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James E. Frexris
Work to Start on Spreckles Road for San Diego Link
Plans resume soon to build a San Diego and Arizona railroad linking San Diego with Yuma and the Imperial Valley. Proponents cite statewide benefits, connecting Douglas to a transcontinental route, boosting Southern Arizona and the region’s economy through closer ties with California and the wider Southwest.
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San Diego
Douglas Dispatch
Great
Southwest
Arizona
Douglas
M Mountains
Imperial Valley
Southern Pacific
Yuma
Spreckles
el Paso
Southwestern
Sun City
Chicago
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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
Spreckels
Chas. E. Goetz
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