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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1918
Page
6
Reports from Brest and across Europe describe Allied movements under the armistice. American dreadnoughts escort President Wilson to New York, while French troops push to Mainz Coblenz and Cologne. Demobilization accelerates at home with Camp Cody abandonment announced.
Globe calls for bids on a $125000 public building while Eagar receives machinery for a 30 barrel flour mill. San Simon pushes for a canning factory as influenza costs rise. Bisbee and Phoenix report recoveries from war and influenza with local industry, labor, and casualty notes alongside political shifts and mining returns.
The new Colorado dry law took effect at midnight in Denver. Quarters for medical whisky were limited to four ounces per prescription. Governor Gunter proclaimed the change after certification by the secretary of state. Officials and lawyers debated package dispositions and the implications for 8000 emergency shipments. The vote also certified three constitutional amendments and a new initiative creating the Blind Benefit Association with up to 300 dollars yearly for adult blind residents.
Denver metal prices show bar silver at 1.01 percent, copper 255 cents per pound, lead 7.05 dollars, spelter 8.12 dollars, and tungsten concentrate units ranging 17.00 to 22.00 dollars.
Ajo observers rate New Cornelia Copper Co as most efficient among Arizona producers despite November output of 3 264 000 pounds versus October 4 644 000 and November last year 4 660 000. Shattuck-Arizona Copper reports lower copper mined and smelter recovery in the September quarter. Arizona 1918 copper output estimated at 829 000 000 pounds up from 700 090 000. a Yuma County gold strike near Quartzsite promises bonanza potential with ore valued at $500 per sack.
Washington reports the largest winter wheat crop promised in U S history with 49,027,000 acres sown this fall, 16 percent above last year. Crop conditions on December 1 reached 98.5 percent of normal, and the Department of Agriculture forecasts 765,000,000 bushels next year, up 80,000,000 from the prior record. Rye plantings total 6,820,000 acres, up 1.7 percent from 1917.
Amsterdam reports William II refused to leave Holland after representations warned his continued presence could cause serious difficulties. The Telegraaf notes the former emperor was told his departure would gratify the Dutch government.
November copper production ran about 6,000,000 pounds below October. Anaconda’s ferro manganese plant in Great Falls, built for war material supply, began on Oct 12 and closed without selling any production due to the end of the war. Efforts focus on calcium carbide and a West suited fertilizer.
President Melendez of Salvador is seriously ill as reported inWashington sources. The illness raises concerns about leadership in the Central American nation and potential political implications. Authorities have not released further details on his condition or prognosis.
President Wilson was made a citizen of Paris at a city hall ceremony on Monday. He responded to greetings and said that commitment to justice led the United States to fight alongside France.
New Mexico reports show 1780 wagon loads of ore passed Silver City scales in November and 200 carloads shipped by two firms, covering about three weeks. Payroll for the two months exceeds $30,000 not including officers salaries.
Amsterdam reports Poland has severed relations with Germany, per a telegram received in Berlin from Warsaw. Territorial and diplomatic strain follows rising tensions between the two nations.
The E. T. Williams Oil Company struck a well in section 16 Salt Creek. output cited above 300 barrels. A deep test is planned to probe deeper sands in Thornton-Upton. Glenrock Oil Company brought in its thirtieth well in Pilot Butte with 150 barrels initial, now marketing about 1,400 barrels daily from the district.
The piece promotes relocating to Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta for rich soil and high yields. Cites James Wishart portage la Prairie with 45 bushels per acre, Moose Jaw wheat 68 pounds per bushel, Coaldale 38 bushels acre, Barons 25 to 30 bushels. Highlights peace, low taxes, good schools, and easy marketing channels.
A letter from Col. Alvord W. D. Anderson of the 312th Infantry describes medieval ladders aiding the break through in Grand Pre as American units including the 309th and 315th (Three Hundred and Ninth and Elev enth) used repeated charges. After four failures, a fifth rush secured footing and the town walls, 12 feet high, were breached and Grand Pre captured.
An observer criticizes sanitary conditions and mocks a person who speaks his mind, wondering why health inspectors do not intervene. The remark highlights concerns about cleanliness and public health in a tense social setting.
A facetious remark notes a social shift: once a girl passes the age of making faces at boys she begins to make eyes at them. The witticism reflects innocence and flirtation in youth as a playful observation from a bygone era.
The article notes lizards and alligators as new food varieties for US meals. Lizards gain popularity in the Bahama islands while Florida alligators are reputed to be quite tasty, though they have not yet captured broad American appetites.
A Cincinnati Exquirer remark notes the irony that a woman can be perfectly feline in demeanor yet fear a mere mouse, highlighting humorous contrasts in personality. The line reflects lighthearted newspaper commentary on quirks in daily life.
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