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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1916
Page
4
The Benson Signal notes that Primary election day was unusually quiet in Benson Arizona with perhaps the smallest vote in town history. Many residents were disqualified by faulty registration reducing turnout and curbing excitement.
Sheriff Harry C. Wheeler has secured renomination for his current county office, effectively signaling a likely re-election. The backing consolidates his position amid ongoing local political dynamics and signals continuity in law enforcement leadership.
A Tombstone Prospector article urges Benson and similar towns to seize opportunities for a moving picture house as a path to entertainment and growth. It champions civic pride, welcoming outside capital, and collective effort while noting the foil of skeptical "croaker" elements against progress.
The Tonopah Daily Bonards notes tungsten may become a major factor in steel rail and tool manufacturing. Eastern research reveals tungsten tempered rail ends resist fracturing, driving large orders and steady demand. Prices around 25 to 30 dollars per unit could yield substantial profits for claim holders.
A rural tale describes Bill Turner a lifelong farmer with little schooling who built wealth through risk and innovation. He bought a hay loading machine faced skepticism yet boosted production and even received local fame in the Squeedunk Weekly Sun. His wife improved with a car while neighbors clung to old methods.
The article outlines open seasons under state and federal rules for deer turkey quail snipe railbirds and other fowl and fish. It lists dates from October to February for most game and June to September for trout with size and daily limits, and notes certain species have no open season such as antelope elk goats and several birds.
A humorous rural lament on forest fires and fire safety. It recounts a man who drops a lit match in dry grass, starting a blaze that consumes timber. the piece mocks sport hunters and stresses the need for proper fire control and prevention.
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