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Newspaper
Duncan Arizonian
Location
Duncan, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1911
Page
2
The Duncan Arizonian dated as a Wednesday issue lists subscription at 2.00 in advance with L. F. Vaughn as editor. It notes offices for advertising contracts at Duke Advertising Agency in Los Angeles and at 12 Mary Street in San Francisco.
The piece argues that recall keeps government accountable by allowing removal of officials, comparing public service to private employment and noting support from national progressives and opposition mainly from corporate interests. It praises the constitution as a people’s instrument.
The Duncan Arizonian marks its third anniversary as a sturdy, healthy, thriving publication. The note from Lordsburg Liberal extends wishes for a long life and continued success.
A congressional bill proposes that every newspaper print in a conspicuous place the name of the owner or owners publisher or managing editor. The editorial stance supports the measure with an Amen.
The poem exhorts Arizonans to defend statehood against perceived corruption and outside influence. It calls for unwavering support of the constitution, defiance of federal and corporate control, and emphasizes the peoples' verdict across regions from California to Maine. It invokes La Follette and Champ and urges men not minions, asserting rights and national gates to be opened.
The Arizona Development Board urges all Arizonans and visitors to promote the state when away from home. The appeal asks cooperation from residents and travelers to share Arizona’s advantages and attractions, uniting to advance the territory’s interests. Leaders H. V. Taylor, E. P. Grindell, and Harry Welch endorse the effort.
H B Martin of Port Harrelson South Carolina recounts a near fatal lung illness and a year of treatment before Dr Kings New Discovery cured him. He endorses the remedy as a guaranteed cure for coughs colds and bronchial troubles. Trial bottles are free at druggists.
Emma I. Corbin as co owner claims expenditure of 200 dollars for annual labor on the Center mining claim in Steeple Rock District Grant County New Mexico and seeks to forfeit interest if others do not contribute within ninety days. Notice dated Silver City April 16 1911 with first publication April 19 1911.
Willis W. Holder of Sheldon Arizona has filed for final proof on his Homestead Entry No 07181 for Lots 2 and 3 Section 21 Township 7S Range 31E G&SR Meridian. He will present witnesses John K Chilton Henry B Harris Samuel L Daniels and Charles C Edwards all of Sheldon Arizona before U S Commissioner J L T Watters at Duncan Arizona on July 18 1911. First publication June 28 1911.
Advertisement promotes a land tract on Long Island near New York City for immediate purchase at 50 dollars per lot. The notice links John Jacob Astor’s historical land speculation to current development and highlights a transportation boom framing the sale. A. N. Taylor at 50 Broadway, New York City, is the contact.
The Agricultural Growth Department reports Arizona farm expansion from 1900 to 1910. Total farm land and buildings valued at 47,034,000 with 8,078 farms in 1910, up 2,269 since 1900. Average per acre rose from 5.90 to 33.91 dollars, while average farm size shrank from 333 to 154 acres.
The Southern Pacific Company tests a mothers and infants waiting room at the Sacramento California depot. Two practical nurse attendants tend a dedicated space with couches and baby cots, heating facilities for infant meals, and beds for mother and child. If successful, the program may expand to other principal stations. Also reported: cattle industry activity in Pima county with 11,415 head shipped and 700 slaughtered in May.
40 acres with 25 cultivated and 20 well set to alfalfa. Hay valued at $1,000 sold in one season. No Johnson Grass. Soft water well. Four shares water stock in a top Valley ditch. Corrugated iron hay dam, horse shed, and corral. Includes work horse, wagon, hay rack, mowing and grinding gear, harness, and tools. Terms partly cash, balance in 1 or 2 years. About 1.25 miles from Duncan. Exclusive agent L. F. Vaughn, Duncan, Arizona.
Santa Cruz County reports an assessed valuation rise of 284,262.98 over 1910 figures, while Tucson public schools enrollments for 1911 exceed 1910 by 224, indicating population growth and demographic change in the region.
15 acre small farm with 9 acres in cultivation about 412 miles above Duncan. Includes a three room house, papered and painted, several outhouses and a good water well. Price 1175 dollars, half cash, balance on time. Jim Casper, call at this office for information.
The A and N M railway announces low summer excursion fares from Duncan to California points effective May 5. Tickets are valid for return travel through next November. Fares include Los Angeles Long Beach and San Pedro 40.70 Santa Barbara 42.55 San Francisco Del Monte Monterey Pacific Grove and Santa Cruz 52.55 Newport Beach 42.95. Contact local agent W D McKeehan or Traffic Manager A T Thomson Clifton Ariz for details.
Rev H Stubenwoll of Alli son Iowa extols Dr Kings New Life Pills as a health necessity urging their use in every home. The ad states they’re 25 cents at all druggists and notes a Rabbit Metal sale at the office.
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