Benson Fourth Celebrated Strongly Despite Adversity
Benson’s Independence Day celebration, despite rushed arrangements and discouraging conditions, proved a big success with a peaceful day. The parade led by the Benson Band included Pomerene floats, local businesses, and Mexican American participants. A covered arbor hosted Rev. Jas E Ferris’s patriotic address, with a well-attended barbecue and busy refreshment stands. Burro roping, cow pony races, bronk riding, cigar and potato events, plus a lively evening ball, capped a community effort praised by organizers and attendees.
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Benson
Benson Band
Pomerene
M. P. Cosby
Pomerone
Jas. E. Ferris
Benson M
Frank Treat
W. J. Bennett
John Glinn
Hd Echols
Echols
Allen Walker
Ed Echols
Jack Giles
Sam White
Giles
Pedro Tisnady
Redington
Angel Arandales
Pool
Pierre Getzwiller
Bronk
John Brown
Roy Norton
Alvah Fenn
Miss Clarice Munda
Mescal
Citizens meeting on fire department matters announced
A call is issued for a meeting of citizens next Friday night July 14 at the old Pool Hall to discuss fire department matters. Full attendance is desired. W. J. Bennett, Fire Chief.
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W. J. Bennett
Orrick Robertson Engaged to Teach Texas Canton School
Mr. Orrick Robertson has been engaged to teach at the Texas Canton school for the coming term.
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Orrick Robertson
Texas Canyon School
Fourth of July Celebration Shines in Benson 1916
At Cochise's Stronghold era, Benson hosts grand Independence Day gathering with flags, gun salute, and parade like old times. Community praise for committees and Mr H Q Robertson Master of Ceremonies expresses gratitude to locals and visitors for a united, successful celebration.
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Cochise
Benson
H. Q. Robertson
County board approves continued farm advisor service
At the request of a large delegation of farmers and business men the Board of Supervisors voted to extend the county farm advisor’s services at least for the present. The decision stands until next year’s budget is prepared. For sale a Pinto colt one year old corral raised gentle or an 8 year old with colt by her side apply to L E Weigand Benson
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Board of Supervisors
Corral
L. E. Weigand, Benson
Girls Intermediate Class Plans July Meeting at Miss Wilsons
The Girls Intermediate class of the M. E. Sunday School will meet at Miss Marguerite Wilsons home on July 14 at 3 30 to choose a name for the society and conduct other business.
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M. E. Sunday School
Marguerite Wilson
Boston youth checks in Sonoita for Fourth celebration
Mr. Samuel Knight of Sonoita visited town on Tuesday to help celebrate the Fourth. A Boston native new to the cattle business in the Sonoita country, he spoke highly of the outlook in the Southwest and his friendly ties with Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Smith.
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Samuel Knight
Sonoita
A. G. Smith
Boston
Mass
Great Southwest
Miramonte Socials and Homecoming Highlights
Special correspondent reports a nine pound baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Warren Whetton last Wednesday. A social at L D S Hall honored California LDS President Joseph E Robinson with a program and refreshments. Local residents Charles Anderson Gilbert family returned home after travels and renovations. Fourth of July at William Jarvis homestead featured a program, barbecue, free ice cream, and a grand evening ball.
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Warren Whetton
L.D. S. Hall
Joseph E. Robinson
California
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Charles Anderson
Pantano
Gilbert
Miramonte
William Jarvis
Local notables visit for celebration week
LOCALETTES A. W. Howe, former county probation officer, visited town Tuesday. Supervisor John Rock of Tombstone and Pink Murray foreman of the Boquillas Company spent the period in Benson. Cattlemen L. F. Walker of Dragoon and B. J. McKinney of McKinney's Ranch joined Tuesday crowds. Tombstone visitors at the dance included Carmel and Columbus Giragi of the Prospect with their sister Mary and Misses Lillie Holland and Mildred Marrs. They arrived in a brand new car, their first trip in the vehicle.
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A. W. Howe
John Rock
Tombstone
Benson
Pink Murray
Boquillas Company
L. F. Walker
Dragoon
B. J. McKinney
McKinney
Messrs
Carmel
Columbus Giragi
The
Prospector
Miss Mary
Lillie Holland
Mildred Marrs
Douglas Tucson motorcycle race passes Benson on route
The Benson stop during the Douglas to Tucson motorcycle race saw thirteen entrants begin at 7:30 am. E. R. Highfill of Tucson won on a Flying Merker with a 3 35.46 elapsed time, 11 34 ahead of Frank Barnett of Douglas on a Harley Davidson, and Howard Reynolds of Tucson placed third on an Indian with 4 14.27. The route used Bisbee Tombstone Benson for a shorter line this year.
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Tris
Douglas-Tucson
Benson
Frank Barnett
Douglas
Howard Reynolds
Tucson
Santa Cruz County
Checker C. F. Moss
Legacy From Swiss Grandfather Reaches Benson Heir
Randolph Reuser of Benson received word of a Swiss grandfather's death and a bequest of 1800 francs about 360 dollars. Papers were filed for the claim. Reuser, unaware of Swiss relatives, said he was surprised by the fortune in Steffisburg belonging to John Reuser.
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Randolph Reuser
Benson
Russi
Switzerland
Reuser
Steffisburg
John Reuser
Tucson
Mass meeting forms good order league in Cochise County
A June 28 mass meeting of Americans and Mexicans formed a good order league to ease tensions after a recent clash. Captain Harry Wheeler and Deputy Percy Bowden attended as deputies were pledged to enforce peace and curb liquor and gambling. Seth Merrill was chosen president with Doane Merrill as secretary.
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A. Johnson
Good Order League
Mexico
Harry Wheeler
Cochise County
Percy Bowden
Seth Merrill
Doane Merrill
Wheeler
Pay Up Demand From Finance Committee Chairman
The Finance Committee chairman urges all subscribers to pay immediately and calls attention to overdue payments. Those named should respond promptly and contact Bank of Benson for settlement.
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Bank of Benson
Call on me for your gasoline and lubricants
C. F. Moss advertises gasoline distillates and lubricating oils available locally.
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C. F. Moss
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C.F. Moss Pharmacy
Thomas E. Thorpe
Arizona
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