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Newspaper

Benson Signal

Location

Benson, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1918

Page

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Bisbee Veran Wins $25 Prize

Local contest in Bisbee awards a $25 prize to Veran for a notable recipe entry. Prize reflects community interest in culinary creativity and standout submissions from residents.

Yeast Bread Prize Recipe Uses Local Range Flours

Mrs. Frank Creasey of Bisbee wins $25 for best near wheatless yeast bread recipe. The method uses mashed potatoes, oatmeal and barley flours with Cottolene, detailing sponge, rising, kneading, and baking seven loaf yields.

Frank Creasey Bisbee Food Administration Arizona

Respected Clifton Educator Joins Flagstaff Normal

Prof J A Davis, Clifton City Schools superintendent, resigns to join Flagstaff Normal faculty. He will teach English and bring seven to eight years of state level educational leadership. He previously led Benson Union High School and travels with Richard Stevens of Clifton.

J. A. Davis Clifton City Richard Stevens Clifton Davis Flagstaff Normal Benson Union High School Flagstaff Gila Valley

New Wheat Price Set for Arizona Terminals

Arizona adopts a new wheat price of 2.20 dollars at San Francisco and Los Angeles terminals with a minimum of 2 dollars per bushel at all Arizona shipping points. The schedule aims to offset higher freight rates across the route.

Arizona San Francisco Los Angeles

Dorris Assumes Key Post With Federal Food Administration

J W Dorris pioneer Arizona merchant has sold out his Phoenix grocery to join war work as state merchants representative for the Federal Food Administration. He begins duties at Flagstaff state headquarters with aim to aid merchants in interpreting Food Administration rulings.

J. W. Dorris Arizona Phoenix Federal Food Administration Dorris Flagstaff Food Administration

Federal action halts sugar leakage across border

Acting on orders from the federal food administrator for Arizona, county and deputy border food officials pause sugar exports to Mexico. Previously customs allowed five pound lots. the rule is abrogated to stop cross border movement. Large quantities bought at 10 cents a pound in the United States would be sold at 17 to 25 cents locally.

Arigona Mexico United States Food Administration Arizona

Sugar Allotment Sets July Limit for Arizona

The sugar division of the Food Administration has allotted 702000 pounds for July to Arizona. The total is well below expectations and will barely suffice if strict economy is practiced.

Sugar Division The Food Administration State of Arizona

The Joy of Living with Chamberlains Tablets

The article promotes Chamberlains Tablets as a remedy to keep bowels moving and digestion strong. It argues health and real joy depend on regular elimination and avoiding absorbed poisons from clogged bowels.

Chamberlain

Card of Thanks from Fourth of July dance committee

The Fourth of July dance committee expresses sincere thanks to the Red Cross ladies who aided in serving refreshments at the dance. Signed by the committee.

Delinquent Stock Notice for St. David Canal Co

Delinquent assessment on stock held by Levi Nelson and Mrs. Levi Nelson totals 37.50 and 137.50. Delinquent stock or sufficient portion will be sold at public outcry at the St. David Schoolhouse in Cochise county Arizona on Tuesday July 30 1918 at 4 oclock p m by order of the Board of Directors. Secretary Eona Allred. St David July 6 1918.

St. David Levi Nelson Cochise County Arizona Byron Merrill

Canning Demonstration at Pomerene Schoolhouse

A well attended canning demonstration led by Leland S. Parke State Director of Boys and Girls Club Work took place at the Pomerene schoolhouse with Red Cross and Liberty Club support. The session covered cold pack methods using peaches and string beans, stressing careful sealing and sterilization to prevent spoilage.

Pomerene Leland S. Parke Red Cross Parke Pomerene Boys’ and Girls’ Liberty Club U.S. Dep’t of Agriculture Agricultural Extension Service University

Manuel Mejia Sr. Dies in Benson After Long Illness

Manuel Mejia Sr. a Benson pioneer born in Mexico seventy years ago died Wednesday July 10 at 2 15 PM after years of illness. He came to Arizona around 1874, built cattle holdings, ran a General Merchandise business on 5th Street, and later focused on commerce. Funeral services were held July 11 at the Catholic Church with Father Collymore officiating. burial followed in the local Cemetery. He leaves a wife and three sons and was widely mourned by friends and neighbors.

Manuel Mejia Sr Bensons Mejia Arizona Mexico 5Th Benson H. Armitage Ejia Father Collymore

Pomerene Items Highlights Local Farm News

Farmers plant corn and beans as J N Statler loses second hay crop to rain. Melvin Johnson undergoing rupture surgery at Copper Queen hospital. Mrs J R Cosby and children visiting Gila Valley. Mrs Chas R Scott returns from Gila River visit. Perry Tryon and J H Sabin of Thatcher in town on business. Many farmers expect to obtain federal farm loans soon.

J. N. Statler Melvin Johnson Copper Queen Hospital J. R. Cosby Gila Valley Chas. R. Scott Gila River Perry Tryon J. H. Sabin Thatcher

Latine Shoulder Ailment Treated with Rest and Liniment

A brief notes that Latine Shoulder results from rheumatic muscle strain and can be relieved by absolute rest and several applications of Chamberlains Liniment. The ad copy urges readers to try the remedy.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Bisbee Veran Prof. Davis Pioneer Merchant Eona Allred the Lumber el Toro Brand Portland Cement Benson Lumber and Commercial Company Liberty Cochise County State Bank Federal Reserve Bank Tombstone U.S C.M. Shannon C. F- Moss Washington McAdoo National Bank and Trust Company Treasury Manuel Mejia, Sr C. EH
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