Local items note travel, visits, and births in Benson
Local items report preaching on the High School lawn and various visits, moves, and family news. Notable mentions include Mrs. Katharine Wiswell's death in Washington, several family trips to El Paso and Laguna NM, and births near Miramonte and Phoenix. W. H. Schardin visits from Tombstone. J. W. Harmon’s son born. and Frontier Days plans at Prescott ahead.
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C. Edgerton
E. F. Simpson
el Paso
New Mexico
Sample of Sandstone from Burkburnett Oil Field
A sandstone sample from Texas Burkburnett field was found at about 300 feet during drilling. It was sent to a mining man nearby who requested it from a friend in development work. He notes potential for similar sandstone formation in another oil area, indicating a possible favorable sign though not conclusive evidence of oil underground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burkburnett
Texas
Dairy stock sale yields modest prices for cattle
The farmer conducted a sale of dairy stock horses and farm appliances at the advertised time and place on Wednesday. Prices were not record breaking as cattle were tired from travel. Jerseys sold from about fifty to eighty dollars. Mr Gallagher, owner, based near Pearce, expressed satisfaction with results.
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Gallagher
Scaehoound
Pearce
No-Accident Week Sparks Rail Labor Rivalry
Railroad workers embrace No-Accident Week June 22 to 29 with a concrete test of safety aims. The observance stirs rivalry among roads and boosts morale by promising to prevent suffering for employees and their families during the week.
For Sale Span Sorrel Work Mares and Jersey Heifer
Span sorrel work mares four and five years old weigh about 1300 each. Jersey milk heifer with calf by side. Call Shamrock Ranch four miles south of Benson.
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Shamrock Ranch
Benson
Remedy for stiffness with Chamberlain's Ointment
A massage with Chamberlains Ointment eases stiffness and aching joints improving rest and sleep. Available at Moss Pharmacy.
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Chamberlain
Moss Pharmacy
Land listing near Mescal with oil lease at $12 per acre
160 acres of unimproved land half a mile south of Mescal offers level loamy soil in a settled community near State Highway. Includes an oil lease. Price is $12.00 per acre. Apply to
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Mescal
Benson visitors attend Elks dance and theater outing
Douglas International guests from Benson include Mr. and Mrs. James Keen Mr. and Mrs. Henry Etz and Miss Julia Treu who motored to 854 Eighth Street to visit A B Murchison. They joined hosts and others for an Elks dance Saturday night and a Majestic theater outing Sunday night followed by dinner at 1300 Ninth Street.
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Douglas International
James Keen
Henry Etz
Julia Treu
Benson
A. B. Murchison
Eighth Street
F. D. Hubbell
C. H. Melcher
Leslie Tuttle
Kendall Melcher
Ross
A. H
Oia Murchison
Elks Dance
Majestic
1300
Ninth Street
Heat Extreme Not Remembered Here By Workers
The local thermometer reached 105 degrees in the shade this week but no layoffs or special concern followed the high reading. There were no heat prostrations or notable health effects despite the extreme temperature, unlike eastern cities.
Apricot Production Boosts Country’s Fruit-Growing Reputation
Apricot output around Benson this season delivers a strong blow to any doubt about the country’s fruit growing strength. Local growers report healthy yields and rising market interest, signaling a robust agricultural year ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benson
Soldier travel pay claims at Cochise County Bank
Notices invite soldiers who have not received full travel pay to file affidavits at Cochise County State Bank. The sooner these affidavits are filed the sooner pay is received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cochise County
Wanted To Buy Keystone Copper Shares At 20 Cents
Wanted to buy a few hundred shares of Keystone Copper stock at 20 cents per share. Write J. H. Evans Newton Kansas Notary Public. Houses for rent Fire Insurance Rooms For Rent. Agent for St Paul and New Zealand Insurance Se Mary Titus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keystone Copper
J. H. Evans
Newton
Kansas
St. Paul and
New Shop Building By J Slease Proprietor
A new SHor SHoPr-Clark building rises as a barber shop formerly run by J Slease is noted with proprietor J Slease.
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New Shor
Clark
J. Slease
Pull-Together Club Enjoys Pleasant Profitable Trip
The group ended a fruitful outing with a pleasant afternoon at the exhibit. Members express gratitude to those who assisted in the excursion and club work, noting the overall success of the trip and a safe return home.
Wisler Credits Cure for Indigestion After Sample Trial
In 1909 Wm B Wisler of Douglassville Pa recovered from a severe indigestion attack after trying a free mailed sample of Chmberlain's Tablets. He bought a package and reports no further similar attacks. Moss Pharmacy sells the tablets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C Chamberlain
Wm. B. Wisler
Douglassville, Pa
Moss Pharmacy
Notice of Non-Responsibility for Debts by G. D. Sout
Notice states the signer G. D. Sout will not be responsible for any bills contracted in his name unless made in person. The notice references Benson Garage for expert repairing on Fourth Street.
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Benson Garage
Fourth Street
Homestead Claim by Edward T Lofgreen Noted for Benson AZ
Edward T Lofgreen of Miramonte Arizona filed notice of intention to prove up a three year claim to his homestead entry No 029824 in E Section 18 Township 17 S Range 19 E G and S R B and Meridian. The proceeding will occur before U S Commissioner Edward W Land at Benson on July 3 1919 with witnesses Robert C McCall Edward C Jesperson Marion B Naegle and Alonzo D Skinner all of Miramonte Arizona. First publication May 31 1919.
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Edward T. Lofgreen
Miramonte
Arizona
S. Range
E.G
Meridian
Edward W. Land
U. S
Benson
Robert C. McCall
Edward C. Jesperson
Marion B. Naegle
Alonzo D. Skinner
Notice to Creditors in Estate of Jesus Pacheco
In Cochise County Arizona the Superior Court issues a notice to all persons and creditors with claims against Jesus Pacheco deceased to present claims within four months after first publication. Claims to be filed with Administrator Ben S Caballero at Edward W Land attorney office Benson Arizona. Dated Benson April 17 1913 First publication May 31
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cochise County
Arzona
Jesus Pacheco
Ben S. Caballero
Edward W. Land
Fourth Street
Benson
Arizona
Vouel
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Mrs. J. T. Mahoney
R. H. Colvin
Chas. Elliott
St. David
A. J. Baker
The
St. David Public Schools
Tucson
J. C. Keen
A. Heron
Cascabel
Lewis Maier
University of Arizona
R. V. Everett
Laguna
N. M
Normand Skinner
Jas. Roberts
Annie Powell
C. S. Powell
California
J. E. Murtaugh
Katherine Wiswell
Galvin
Wash
Wiswell
Sawyer
C. S. Buffington
Benson Union High School
Buffington
Los Angeles
Cal
University of California
J. J. Wren
Dragoon
Mr. Wren
Amanda Brown
Soli Park
Ford
Benson Motor Company
H.O. Post
J. W. Harmon
J.N. Morrison
I. G. Fletcher
E. R. Givens
Phoenix
W.H. Schardin
Benson Press
Signal
Tombstone
Prospector
W. D. Allen
Prescott
Mr. Allen
San Pedro
Texas Field
Pany
Sally
Ser
Nettie
N. B. C. Graham
N.B.C. Graham
National Biscuit
Mona
France
Douglas
Mr. Wisler
G. D. Sout
Department OF the Interior
United States Land Office
J. L. Irvin Register
Seeger
Anglo Range and Refrigerator CO
St. Hill St
W. T. Price
Public
Cardus
Cardui
Jesus
W.D. Martinez
H. W. Etz & CO
Benson Drug Store
H. Walker
Rucker & Everett
Signal Office
Kelly-Springfield, Savage and
Goodrich
E.A. Brown
Hiwo & Coo
General Merchandise
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