Heavy Cloud Burst and Windstorm Struck Benson
A severe storm struck Benson Monday afternoon, the worst in years though no fatalities occurred. High winds, heavy rain, and flooding caused widespread damage to frame buildings, sheds, barns, and utilities, uprooting trees, washing out roads, and tearing apart homes including the Moss residence and Wilson property. The Benson Auditorium suffered major damage. debris blocked streets as wires and sheds tumbled, with property losses reported across multiple blocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benson
Norton Corral
Sam L. Wilson
Wilson
Benson Auditorium
D. B. White
W. M. Zeek
E. J. Castaneda
H. P. Merrill
Rucker & Everett
Signal
Moss
Virginia
A. W. Bard
Benson Loss to Willcox in Fast Home-Field Dodgers Clash
Benson suffered a 7 4 defeat at Willcox as Martinez B. broke a finger and was replaced by Martinez W. Behind the mound Dean pitched well for Benson, fanning eight. The lineup lists Willcox players including Flock and Kuhns while Benson thanks local fans and announces a rematch at 2 30 p m tomorrow on the High School grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benson
Willcox
Martinez
Clark
Chas
Powell
Bill Martinez
Dean
France
Army of Occupation
Germany
Bisbee
Mr. Flock
Chas. Moss
McAleb
J. C. Keen
B. Maier
W. D. Martinez
Harkey
Pima County Bond Issue Proposed for Road Improvements
A bond issue of 1 500 000 dollars for road work in Pima County may be issued if plans progress and legal formalities are waived. If approved, a 350 000 dollar federal contribution is anticipated. The road commission outlines two project routes toward the county line and to Cochise County. University of Arizona catalogues for 1918 19 and 1919 20 are available via the registrar in Tucson. Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy is recommended for frequent use with good opinion from users.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pima County
Road Commission
Vail-Benson
Santa Cruz
Vail
Benson
Cochise
University of Arizona
Tucson
Arizona
Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy Praised for Children
A reader from Butler Tennessee notes extensive use of Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy with castor oil for summer complaints in children. The report claims it safely restores ninety nine percent of cases when proper diet and care are applied. The letter also quotes Mr W G Campbell praising the remedy as superior to all previous medicines tried.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W. G. Campbell
Butler, Tenn
Mexican Colonization Scheme Lands 500000 Acres in Coahuilla
A San Antonio land syndicate aims to colonize 500000 acres in Coahuilla Mexico near the Eagle Pass Del Rio line. Thousands of Americans already settled there due to U S prohibition laws. The first colonists depart the 12th, passports are being arranged, with about 5 million dollars to be spent on the lands.
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San Antonio
Texas
Coahuilla
Mexico
Eagle Pass
del Rio
United States
Notary Public Housing and Insurance Agent Notice
Notary Public listing rooms for rent and houses for rent. Fire insurance available via agent for St Paul and New Zealand Insurance Co. Mrs Mary Titus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul and New Zealand Insurance Co
Mary Titus
Remember the big dance Saturday
The note recalls a dance event set for Saturday July 19. It highlights the social gathering as a community occasion with music and attendees to convene at a local venue. No further details about time, location, or lineup are given in the fragment.
Also Mentioned on This Page
C. F. Moss
Mr. Moss
T. C. Diaz
THE
Benson Lumber and Commer
Cial Company
John Deere Plow
Benson Lumber and Commercial Co
Cochise County State Bank
Johnson
Flock
Brown
Ing
E. Kuhns
Sims
Misenheimer
Honeycup
Windsor
J. Kuhns
W.D. Martinez
Kelly-Springfield, Savage and
Goodrich
Hiwo & Coo
General Merchandise
Benson Bakery CO
Railroad Avenue
H. W. Etz & Co
Kerr Fruit
Kerr
Chas.e. Goetz
Benson, Arizona
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