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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1917
Page
4
A Benson editor notes war driven push in US clays and kaolin for porcelain. Arizona holds potential deposits. State Bureau of Mines seeks owners to send five pound samples to Director Charles F. Willis to evaluate porcelain suitability and spur a new local industry.
This item urges readers to buy from local merchants who pay taxes in the community and support roads and schools. It warns that mail order houses do not contribute to local tax revenue and on this basis keeps dollars circulating at home.
Alfred P. Thom argues before the Newlands Committee that national defense requires federal control of rail lines. He urges a compulsory federal incorporation, a Federal Railroad Commission, and regional panels to regulate rates, finances, and practices, with exclusive federal power over interstate stock issuance.
Articles of incorporation reveal WAR HORSE COPPER MINING COMPANY formed in Arizona with its principal office at Fairbank Cochise County. Authorized capital is 1 million dollars, 1 million shares at 1 dollar each, with a 25 year term and renewal option. Board includes H T Fisher Loretta M Fisher Douglas Gray John Rock J L Smythe. Stockholders meet annually the first Monday after January 1.
A call to action urges readers to push for completion or progress on reclamation projects, specifically the San Pedro Valley and Charleston Dam, with emphasis on public support and involvement. The notice underscores the urgency of starting the ball rolling to advance the dam project.
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