Duncan Arizonian Wednesday edition notice
The Duncan Arizonian announces publication every Wednesday with 2nd class mail status and a subscription price of 2 dollars in advance. Editor L. F. Vaughn leads the paper published on May 24, 1911, with advertising contracts handled at Duke Advertising Agency locations in Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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Duke Advertising Agency [Incorporated
South Main St
Los Angeles
Geary St
San Francisco
Oasis Endorses Col Pickett in Arizona Senate Race
The Oasis notes Col H L Pickett of Tombstone is gaining public support in the Arizona senatorial canvass. It argues Democrats must be chosen and Pickett would wear the office best, praising his fitness and grace.
Berger Swaps Sides to Find More Space in Cloak Room
Victor L. Berger, labeling himself The Whole Party as the only Socialist in Congress, shifts to the Republican cloak room. He states he does not want to be accused of favoritism and says his choice was influenced by finding more room on that side of the chamber.
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Victor L. Berger
Congress
Berger
Sore spots in Senate after GOP committee approvals
Progressives warn of continued friction as Senate considers legislation this session. The dispute centers on Republican committee assignments and their impact on upcoming debates and policy outcomes.
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Republican Committee
Senate
Postmaster General Backs One Cent Local Postage Plan
Postmaster General Hitchcock announces the postal deficit is nearly erased and proposes a local one cent letter rate in Washington as a test. He says the plan lets the government try it without heavy responsibility and, as revenues rise, extend the rate nationwide.
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Hitchcock
Washington
When Will Elections Be Held For State and County Officials
The passage asks when the next election for state or territorial and county officers will be held. It notes a division of opinion among officials about tenure and length of service and ends with uncertainty about how long they will serve the people.
Political Status and Election Timing in Arizona Territory
The article discusses how the enabling act affects current officers who would hold over until statehood or until Congress alters provisions. If statehood is refused, territorial and county offices face a special election. Prolonged delays could postpone accountability, with a likely resolution by fall 1911.
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Arizona
Silence Won’t Bring Customers Says Canny Advocate
A columnist compares courting business without ads to a young man silently kissing his sweetheart in the dark noting the risk of misunderstood intent and unseen effort. The piece argues clear advertising attracts attention and yields results.
It Pays to Advertise in the Arizona Cotton Inquiry
A Texas reader responded to A. N. M. Agent W. D. McKeehan’s Cotton pickers ad in the Arizona columns. The inquiry covered crop, season length, wages, and the idea of forty nearby workers willing to move to Arizona for work. They await McKeehan’s follow up.
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W. D. McKeehan
Arizonian
Texas
Arizona
Duncan
McKeehan
Smooth Working Congress Clears Democratic Agenda
The piece lauds the Democratic House for smooth operation and rapid passage of key measures such as reciprocity apportionment and patronage distribution. It notes the Senate is only beginning to settle after a long stalemate, with divisions likely slowing major bills.
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Congress
Democratic Haus of Representatives
Senate
Egg Day Coupon Draws Crowds to New York Groceries
A New York grocer tested women readers by inserting a coupon in major papers offering one dozen eggs for ten cents. The next morning streets near stores were crowded with women, police had to manage crowds, and though the retailer lost money on the deal the store gained hundreds of new customers and a record-breaking period of sales.
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New York
Wonder Seen As Unrepairable Item At Duncan Shop
A local note suggests a remarkable object labeled as a wonder cannot be repaired at the Duncan repair shop leaving onlookers surprised by the apparent end of its function.
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Duncan Repair Shop
My Arizona Bedroom Poem Reflects Outdoor Night Sky
The speaker envisions an Arizona bedroom vast as the outdoors beneath the Milky Way. Moon, stars, wind, and ozone bless the room as lightning and thunder rumble beyond walls. The bed seems afloat in heaven, opening to a divine view like ancient vision of God. Reprinted from the New York Sun.
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Arizona
New York Sun
Civil Service Exam Notice for Clifton Arizona Clerks
An initial clerk examination will be held at the Clifton post office on June 10 1911. Applicants must be 18 to 45 years old on exam day. married women are ineligible unless divorced or separated and self supporting, in which case they may be appointed only as clerks. Male height minimum 5 feet 4 inches and weight at least 125 pounds. For blanks and full details contact The Postmaster Clifton Arizona.
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Clifton
Ariz
Safford July Fourth Race Meet and Events
Safford Arizona hosts a 4th of July celebration with a program of free races for all trot or pace, purses from 25 to 150 dollars, entry details, and track facilities. Entrances close June 28 with running races on July 3 and a grand stand with water and free stalls for horses.
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Graham
Greenlee
Cochise
Gila
Saved Child From Death after Severe Bronchial Trouble
G T Richards on Richardson's Mills Ala recalls a year long bronchial illness in their child. After futile remedies and doctor's medicine, Dr King’s New Discovery cured with one bottle. It treats coughs colds hoarseness lagrippe asthma croup and sore lungs. Price 50c and 1. Trial bottle free. Guaranteed by all druggists.
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G. T. Richardson
Richardson’s Mills Ala
Duncan's Commercial Club Roster Published
A list of members and officers for Duncan's Commercial Club includes E. W. Taylor, B. R. Lanneau, J. R. Fowler, B. F. Billingsley, A. N. Newhouse, Clarence Wiggs, Joe Fraser, R. C. Vaughn, L. F. Fraser, Dan Martin, C. McAlister, Joe Witt, W. T. Fraser, James Clark, W. M. Powell, A. B. Meigs, L. H. Martin, HI. R. Ott, A. E. Fraser, Alex Briley, Dr. J. H. Tunis, J. Hunter, J. A. Turney, L. J. Stephens, L. B. Young, J. L. McKeehar, W. D. Miner, and W. B. Evans.
Notice of Land Entry Application in Arizona Territory
Samuel Albert Foster the legal assignee of Hardin W. Evans has filed to enter land in Section 31 Township 8S Range 8E G& S R B&M Duncan Greenlee County Arizona Territory Notice of protest deadline June 24 1911 Frank H Parker Register
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Samuel Albert Foster
Duncan
County of
Greenlee
Territory
Arizona
Hardin W. Evans
United States
S. R
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L. F. Vaughn
National
Ralph Cameron
Territorial
Richard E. Sloan
George A. Young
Douglas
Ernest W. Lewis
C. C. Sellars
Horton Greenlee
John M. Webster
Jno. F. Burke
Theo. Shirley Ue
J. W. Akera
James H. Kerby
F. Awalt
A. O. Tunis
Ben M. Crawford
George Webster
Clifton B. F. Billingsley Duncan J. H. T. Casper
Clifton W. C. Wheatly
Jno
K. Bullard
Duncan Justice of Peace
R. S. Stewart
Tucson University
Florence Penitentiary
Benson
Civil Service Examination
Safford
Safford, Ariz
Burnham
Mr. Cole
Duncan's Commercial Club
Pmioenix
B.&m
Frank H. Parker
the Bank of Duncan
Lanneau
John Evans
Cunty
The
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W. W. Holder
Sheldon
Postoffice, School. Homese
Arizona & New Mexico
Gila Valley
Cers
Holder
Chas. S. Sands
Ellet-Kendall
the Bazaar Department Store
Make
Abraham Ferber
Patent Office
Greeley
Patents
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Washington, TD. C
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