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Newspaper
Holbrook News
Location
Holbrook, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1909
Page
4
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The little babe of Mr. and Mrs. R A Willis died at noon Friday. A refreshing rain fell Monday, greeted by farmers. Joseph W Smith, Spokane Irrigation Congress delegate, returned home reporting a fine trip. Mrs R Smith’s trip to Snowflake was a success. she left for Holbrook yesterday. Q R Gardner resumes work on the A C M I building. Bishop Hunt visited St Johns and is back. Forrest Range C P Campbell went to Holbrook for family. Janetarvis and May Russell of Eagar are visiting. James M Flake and W E Stratton returned from Spokane.
A speaker urges using irrigating pumps to water the valley like California, predicting a future influx of farmers who will file on vacant land and convert it to alfalfa fruit and vegetables. The speaker warns land values will rise to 100 to 200 dollars per acre and advises securing land now.
A local water system project plans to keep dust down and prevent fires by maintaining adequate moisture and coverage. Officials emphasize safety and environmental benefits for nearby neighborhoods and businesses.
Sidney Sapp and Ed Howell of Navajo visit Holbrook while cattle grower Howell plans expansion. Fred W. Nelson travels from St Johns toward Winslow. E J Nordike visits with husband. J H Scorse advertises windmills and repairs. W H Clark relocates to north of Zuck hotel to build a new residence. R C Smith enjoys White Mountains fishing and pine scenery.
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