Exemption Board Faces Heavy Draft Work in Cochise County
Cochise county’s exemption board under Ray B Krebs outlines a large workload to meet a 674 quota. The table shows 506 examinations with no discharge claimed and 124 with discharge denied, 630 certified to district boards, 34 sent to mobilization camp, 175 certified from district to local boards, and 3 500 total examination calls. The board commends doctors for their aid and notes a further call of 500 from 3501 to 4000 inclusive.
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Cochise County
Ray B. Krebs
Cochise
Departments of Justice
United States
Krebs
Fragmentary note hints at recovery plan and milestones
The text indicates a plan to resume calling efforts after regaining footing, with a target to reach up to 6750 marks. It reflects a cautious recovery phase and a forthcoming call sequence once stability returns.
Red Cross Labor Day Dance Net Realizes 217 Dollars
The Red Cross reports 217 dollars net from the Labor Day dance to fund hospital supplies. Local members anticipate stronger attendance as departure for service nears. The plan includes providing two bath towels with initials for each man going to the front, and the meeting day has shifted to Saturday with members urged to attend early afternoon.
Farewell Surprise Party For Mrs Loring
A large group of Mrs C N Loring’s friends hosted a farewell surprise at Mrs E J Castaneda’s home on Thursday evening before she left for Los Angeles. Guests arrived in special costumes and the honoree was surprised, with the party described as a very jolly and memorable evening.
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C. N. Loring
E. J. Castaneda
Los Angeles
Miramonte Social News and Local Visit Highlights
Edward T. Jasperson left for Johnson to take a building contract. Adrian Haymore and E. H. Sad ler of Douglas visited with friends. Peter Lofgreen and his son Ed visited from St. David. The Primary Association held a social last Friday. Miramonte residents planned a surprise birthday joke for R L McCall, then celebrated with games and ice cream. R H Dillman of Whitewater visited Conrad Naegle. A character dance drew a good crowd. Marion Naegle, recently in Douglas, visits home briefly.
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Edward T. Jasperson
Johnson
Peter Lofgreen
St. David
Miramonte
R. L. McCall
Governor Presents Flag to First Arizona Infantry at Naco
Governor Thomas E. Campbell presented a state flag to the First Arizona Infantry at Naco in a moving ceremony. The flag, tied to Phoenix by the Daughters of the American Revolution, had historic ties to the battleship Arizona and other events and will be carried to France. The governor urged the regiment to uphold Western combat traditions as civilians and soldiers watched in reverent silence.
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Thos. E. Campbell
First Arizona Infantry
Naco
France
Campbell
Has a High Opinion of Chamberlain's Tablets
Mrs. C. A. Barnes of Charleston Illinois reports a high opinion of Chamberlain's Tablets for biliousness and as a laxative. She finds them mild and pleasant to use and notes her brother also had satisfactory results.
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Chamberlain
Meeting Called to Arrange State Fair Exibit Transfer
A meeting at the Signal office is set for Monday night to organize sending an exhibit to the State Fair in Phoenix in November. M. P. Cosby.
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Signal Office
Phoenix
M. P. Cosby
Fourth Cochise County Call Lists Examinations in Tombstone
The Cochise county board issues its fourth call covering order numbers 3501 to 4000 to be examined in Tombstone. Residents from Benson named include Juan Bernal Vicente Suarez Jose Garcia Francisco Bernal Porfirio Pacheco Antonio Moya and Jose Castro Ramon Lopez Murrita Cascabel and Harry Sherrer of Dragoon. No examinations in Bisbee or Douglas this time. county quota remains short by 44 men with 267 to be sent from Bisbee on Wednesday the 19th.
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Cochise County
Tombstone
Benson
Juan Bernal
Vicente Suarez
Jose Garcia
Francisco Bernal
Porfirio Pacheco
Antonio Moya
Jose Castro
Ramon Lopez Murrita
Cascabel
Harry Sherrer
Dragoon
Bisbee
Douglas
Cochise
Benson Boy in the Navy
A letter from Cecil P. Jones on the U S S torpedo boat aboard the Asiatic station describes naval life and seasickness. He reports on ship size, dry dock work, and upcoming four hour on and eight hour off watch shifts.
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Cecil P. Jones
Frank Jones
U.S.S
Notary Public and Rentals Listing
Notary Public services listed alongside housing options with Fre Insurance rooms for rent and Mrs Mary F Titus as contact. Includes notices for houses for rent and room rentals under local classifieds.
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Notary Public
Mary F. Titus
Great Faith in Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy
Mrs W H Williams of Stanley New York reports her father used Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy a year ago for diarrhoea and was immediately relieved after three doses he was absolutely cured and has great faith in the remedy.
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Chamberlain
Surprise Wedding Anniversary Party for Rev Ferris and Wife
Friends planned a quiet surprise 21st wedding anniversary for Rev. J. E. Ferris and his wife at their home. About fifty guests arrived with lunches and gifts while the couple were lured away for a drive. The feast continued with fried chicken coffee and a game filled evening.
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J. E. Ferris
Methodist Church
Ferris
Mrs. Ferris
A. W. Bard
Goodyear Tires Cut 10 Percent More in Another Advance
A brief ad notes Goodyear tires have advanced 10 percent again and urges buyers to purchase at the old price before stock runs out, attributed to C. E. Gortz.
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Goodyear
C. E. Gortz
Publisher offers Signal to Benson boys serving at front
The publisher pledges to send the Signal to all Benson boys serving away from home upon notification of acceptance and address. The offer expresses appreciation for patriotic duty and states there are no personal obligations, with addresses to be updated as needed.
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Benson
Methodist Episcopal Church Services Ad
Sunday school at 10:00 and preaching at 8 p.m. All are cordially invited by Pastor James K. Ferris.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
Sale of 250 feet of 212 hose for irrigation
Benson Fire Department offers second hand 250 feet of 212 hose for sale. For details on the 640 acre homestead law, contact Hampton Arnold Land Attorneys in Phoenix Arizona.
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Benson Fire Department
Hampton
Arnold
Fair Exhibit Push Aimed at Benson Area
Mr M P Cosby receives urging letter from Secretary Zachau to rally interest for the State Fair in Phoenix mid November. He calls for a meeting Monday night hoping to start action to showcase the farming section.
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M. P. Cosby
B. W. Zachau
Benson and Vicinity
Phoenix
Benson Saddlery to Open Saddlery and Boot Shop in City
The Benson Saddlery Company plans a Monday opening of a saddlery and boot and shoe shop in the Cottage Rooming House on San Pedro street. A full line of saddlery and leather goods will be offered with first class work guaranteed. Mr. H. H. Robinson of Willcox will manage.
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Benson Saddlery Company
San Pedro Street
H. H. Robinson
Willcox
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Red Cross
Sam
Cochise County State Bank
Bank OF Benson
Arizona
Adrian Haymore
E. H. Sadler
R. H. Dillman
Whitewater
Conrad Naegle
Marion Naegle
Benson, Pomerone and St. David ‘Schools
Eastman Kodaks and
Parker’s
Lucky Curve
King
Hi mv) & CO
General Merchandise
W. D. Martinez
Benson Boy
EK. Gohtz
James EK. Ferris, Pator
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