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Newspaper

Mesa Free Press

Location

Mesa, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1900

Page

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Rooms I to 6 Steivegger Build Up

Rooms I through VI listed at 214 South First Avenue Phoenix A T. Property listing shows multiple rooms available in a building named Steivegger, with address details and occupancy options.

Peoples Store incorporation in Mesa Arizona documents

L Salter and J G Peterson acknowledge Articles of Incorporation for The Peoples Store a general merchandise firm to be based in Mesa Maricopa County Arizona The document sets 10000 capital stock 2000 shares at 5 each directors listed Salter Peterson Florence Salter officers Peterson President and Salter Secretary Treasurer initial term ends January 15 1901 notarized August 6 1900 recorded August 2 1900 first publication August 17 1900

L. Salter J. G. Peterson Territory of Arizona Peoples’ Store Mesa City Maricopa County Florence Salter Sking G. Peterson Arizona Territory Territory of Arizona Maricopa Frank T. Pomeroy Beal

Arizona court practice ad seeks legal papers drafting

An advert offers practice across all Arizona courts with careful correct drafting of legal papers and notary public services. The notice highlights expert document preparation for filings and documentation.

Arizona

Wesa Free Press Publisher Notice

The WESA Free Press states no person is authorized to contract bills for the paper except by written order of the publisher. Advertising rates are available on request and subscription is $2.50 per year.

Artesian Well Reaches Water Level In Benson

Citizens celebrate as Southern Pacific Company completes drilling to 501 feet, exceeding the 500 foot contract. Water flows at 12 to 14 gallons per minute, rising about 13 inches above ground by Friday morning. Authorities plan deeper sinking to boost supply.

Benson Southern Pacific Company Star

Forest reserve plan eyed for Sacramentos region

S J Holsinger, special agent of the interior department, returned from a month’s tour of the Sacramentos Capitan and White Mountains in southeastern New Mexico. He recommends a forest reserve of about 250000 acres and a National Park of 85000 acres around White Mountain and adjacent valley, to be acted on by Congress. he spoke at Ornborg about the valley as a potential park site. In a separate note the Sun criticizes Western missionary efforts in China, urging withdrawal and describing civilization as offensive to certain groups.

el Paso Times S. J. Holsinger Interior Department General Land Office Phoenix Sacramentos Capitan White Mountains New Mexico White White Mountain Holsinger Ornborg

California Rabbits Turned Loose by Frustrated Farmers

In California thousands of Belgian hares are being released by disgusted breeders due to a collapsed market. Many who overinvested in the industry now abandon stock to avoid feeding costs, raising fears of ecological and agricultural damage as rapid reproduction suggests potential menace to farms and orchards. Officials have yet to act on the issue.

California

Reward proposal stalls as drought spurs irrigation calls

The county faces drought with petitions urging the Board to offer a reward for artesian water. Supervisor Norton tried to move a reward but failed to obtain a second. Citizens nominate Messrs. Priest and Marshall to explain their stance, while writes critique local leaders and call for accountability. A bonanza copper silver lode near Florence attracts staking by Kelvin assessors and a mineral rush. Legislative candidates multiply across the territory, with Gaette remarking on Maricopa risks in state leadership.

J. R. Norton Messrs. Priest Marshall Balaam Florence Florence and Kelvin Bute Arizona Maricopa

Whisky in Stockings

Mrs. Leonora M. Lake argues in a St Paul temperance lecture that liquor abstinence rises among men due to business demands. She cites firms needing proof of sobriety and notes some employers fear liquor among female workers, with an anecdote of a factory girl hiding whisky in stockings.

Leonora M. Lake St. Paul

Peoria Candidate Henry Jennings Seeks County Supervisor Post

Henry Jennings of Peoria, a longtime resident and respected businessman, seeks the office of county supervisor subject to the Democratic convention. Peoria deserves representation on the Board, and Jennings is described as a worthy representative worth the party’s consideration.

Henry Jennings Peoria Jennjngg

Homestead Act provisions and local political notes

The excerpt outlines Congress clarifying homestead rights for prior entrants and forfeitures, while local figures such as John R. Norton promote county office candidacy. It mentions Mesa interests, water reward support, and a push for wholesome laws as Statehood nears, with brief social notes on Dr. Bailey, Prof. Lopez, and local business visits.

United States John R. Norton Mesa J. W. Bailey San Francisco Salt Lake Cuy Lopez Jim

Morford Runs for Probate Judge in Maricopa County

A notice announces N 4 Morford as a candidate for Probate Judge of Maricopa County subject to the Republican County Convention decision. The release positions Morford within the party slate and confirms intent to seek the judicial post.

Morford Maricopa County

Henry Jennings declares candidacy for Maricopa County supervisor

Henry Jennings announces his bid for the office of Supervisor of Maricopa County subject to the Democratic convention. The statement signals his campaign launch and party alignment in the county race.

Maricopa County Henry Jennings

Dem candidate for Maricopa Sheriff files宣布

A Democrat announces his candidacy for Maricopa County Sheriff pending action at the county convention. He states his intent to seek the office and enter the political process through the party's formal selection.

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ZivosGo-Operative Institution Tet U. S. Stapley's Hardware Store SALE Ladies Oxford the Peoples’ Store Passey METS A.hunsaker A. Hunsaker General Hardware Wilbur-Mullen Hdw J. H. Kibbey A. J. Edwards Kibbey & Edwards Lawyers Steivegger BuiLp L. Salter, J. G. Peterson F.W. Sheridan C. W. Barnett A. P. Shewman Wright P. Mets Wesa Free Press Pusisuer China Sun Board of Supervisors M. D.johnson Frank Pomeroy Chas. Hoff Tucson J. Bage Sunset Telephone & Telegraph Co D. L. Murray
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