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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1919
Page
8
Local notes report Allen Brown returning from Phoenix and various residents traveling or visiting nearby towns. Several calls for events include a big July 19 dance at the Benson Auditorium with Tucson orchestra, and canning demonstrations plus fishing and travel plans around Cochise County.
Span sorrel work mares four and five years old weighing about 1300 each. Also Jersey milk heifer with her calf at side. For sale at Sham rock Ranch four miles south of Benson. Call for terms and details.
An inspiring note highlights small wins that grow into momentum as individuals persist through challenges. The piece emphasizes grit, steady effort, and steady progress leading to eventual achievement, with an implied communal or personal resilience theme.
Government study shows Central Western Region reduced fatalities to four and injuries to 94 during June 22 to 29. Southern Pacific, Western Pacific and Sacramento Salt Lake Stockton divisions plus Los Angeles shop and dining car departments posted strong records with minor injuries. Telegraphed notes from Chicago urged continued safety efforts.
Benson Garage offers expert repair services on Fourth Street. The shop advertises skilled technicians and reliable upkeep for vehicles and mechanical issues. Customer guidance emphasizes quality work and timeliness.
The Benson program presents the Liberty Band of Tucson in a July 19 concert during the big dance evening. Selections include Hostraussers Overture Lustspiel Hearts Desire Popular Song for Cornet Trombone Blues Waltz Spanish La Circus March Militaire Victory Finale Star Spangled Banner conducted by G. E. Tufford.
The storm battered the storage room front and tore away an awning at Chas. EK. Goetz. Ong Kee and other fronts suffered wind damage while several buildings were moved or toppled. North of the railroad little harm occurred. the Segar barn and Land home sustained notable effects. Heaviest losses likely to Chas. F. Moss and Sam Wilson with estimates around fifteen hundred dollars.
A lightning strike during a Saturday night storm set fire to the Fairbank Commercial Co. store housing the post office. The blaze damaged or destroyed the post office contents including records envelopes and stamps. Firemen contained the flames with chemicals. the dry goods area suffered little damage. No damage amount reported. Tombstone Prospector.
James Simpson and Vera Bright secretly wed on July 4 after a clandestine trip to Cochise and Benson. Their rush to wed prompted a furious father in Johnson, but parental forgiveness arrived with blessings and the couple returned to Tombstone to begin married life.
Rucker and Everett sold the Benson Garage to Gobble Bros F C and H T who renamed it San Pedro Garage and will handle all kinds of auto repair. A blacksmith is engaged for repairs and the firm will buy and sell second hand cars. Gas oil and free air are promised. See advertisement on this page.
Mrs Henry Jewett Clark Mills of New York reports rapid relief from a severe summer complaint after using Cham berlain s Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy. The letter endorses the remedy as excellent for colic and diarrhoea and urges families to keep it available.
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