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Newspaper
Duncan Arizonian
Location
Duncan, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1912
Page
2
A dated notice states publication occurs every Wednesday and that the paper is entered as second class mail matter. It lists a subscription price of 2.00 in advance and names L. F. Vaughn with a city or location shorthand Eorror on August 7, 1912.
Jno Bullard Duncan Justice of Peace B S Stewart Duncan7 Constable Territorial Institutions University Tucson Florence Penitentiary F Industrial Reform Benson details unclear in fragmentary OCR text.
The passage presents Woodrow Wilson as the Democratic presidential candidate with Thomas R. Marshall as his running mate. It frames Wilson as a capable leader and disciplinarian guiding the people.
Report notes many newspapermen present at Sea Girt while the Republican campaign is run in person. In a void of a strong party leader the president's secretary handles the campaign duties.
A quote divides politicians into three groups: those already holding office, those seeking it, and those willing to seize any available post. The remark frames the political landscape with pointed critique.
The piece questions how modern campaigns diverge from common lore about presidential origins and boyhood influences. It reflects on whether the nation should cling to the log cabin myth or expand its storytelling about leaders.
The report notes that an alleged attempt to blow up Taft with an infernal machine drew little attention as Roosevelt era tensions mounted and Taft faced daily political blows from Theodore Roosevelt.
The passage describes Woodrow Wilson at the forefront of a patriotic march toward Washington with 8,000,000 voters. It frames the movement as a noble, commonwealth rooted push in support of democracy, liberty, and national leadership.
Arizona pledge to boost mining yields as copper prices revive operations. State leads in copper output with 1909 total of 305,506,390 pounds and 1910 yield of 297,491,151 pounds valued at 37,781,376 dollars, signaling renewed activity across properties and firms.
The Phoenix fair runs October 28 to November 2 featuring world famous auto and harness racing drivers and horses. The Fourth Cavalry mounted band will attend as entries and exhibits promise a splendid show.
The passage contrasts Bryan with Champ Clark and Wilson, portraying Bryan as a larger figure who accepts flattery and criticism but remains dominant. It suggests he is the corrective force within his party, exceeding others in stature and influence.
Local option election ordered by the Board of Supervisors for Saturday August 31 in Duncan Sheldon York territories to decide if Duncan remains dry. Franklin is excluded though residents asked to include it to sway the vote. The campaign will feature rewards promises threats and intense sentiment.
The author argues railroads face public control that burdens investment seeks. It urges guarantees or higher returns than 6 percent to attract investors, noting rail bonds compete with safer profits despite legislative handicaps. The piece warns future funding risks without safeguards.
The piece argues railroads must gain equal opportunity with other businesses to secure a fair maximum return on investment. It warns the situation is serious and could worsen without policy changes granting parity in the business world.
A showman advertised a "musical dog" with admission 2d and drew a crowd. Inside, a large dog wore a heavy metal collar. when patrons urged the show to start, the man beckoned to the door and claimed "there's the musical dog" pointing to the mastiff and its brass neck band, exposing the prank.
A Saturday scene shows a druggist telling a clerk to fumigate worn silver certificates for microbes. The clerk quips that a microbe could not live on a drug clerk’s salary, and the exchange appears in National Monthly.
A dialogue reveals Cholly reports his sister eloped with a rival last night. Willie confirms the elopement occurred, detailing the family shock and betrayal.
A brief verse notes a man coping with misfortune and his wife’s rebellion, highlighting his struggle to endure and regret over actions or consequences. The lines imply domestic discord and personal reflection without specific names or dates.
A dialogue notes that invading via New York City would fail due to trained customs inspectors quarantine officials and a hostile press corps, making any attack impossible for foreign enemies. The excerpt attributes the humorous view to Puck.
Rastus asks the doctor what the mischief is, the doctor suspects chickenpox. Rastus nervously protests he hasn’t been near anything dangerous and seeks reassurance. The dialogue appears in a Medical Times cartoon caption.
In a London Opinion snippet, a spectator mocks a singer yet compliments her attire. The exchange highlights interest in the performer’s dress and a desire to study her style for future looks.
A judge notes a literary family link as a woman praises Mr. Stiles and mentions her father publishes the local directory, reflecting community ties between authors and local print.
Fanleigh and Crankleigh clash over an umpire call with the order disputed. Crankleigh says he was carried out after the disagreement, while Fanleigh asserts the call was not followed.
A reflective verse notes the ache of feeling neglected by those owed gratitude or support. The speaker laments the sense that care from trusted people is absent, leaving life feeling dreary and heavy at times.
A humorous exchange about wealth and love in which the speaker pleads enduring devotion but fears it cannot satisfy a grocer's expectations for money and status. The dialogue hints at social tensions and romantic bravado in a lighthearted tone.
The dialogue shows a mother and daughter named Maria discussing pleasant food. Maria asks for saccharine combinations for supper and the mother counters with sweet stuff for eats. The exchange highlights domestic banter over flavor choices.
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