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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1894
Page
4
The Graham County Bulletin argues against cutting newspaper funding, noting Arizona public advertising rates are lower than Missouri Texas or Indiana while printers earn far less. It warns economy by starving newspapers harms communities, lowers respect for the region, and emphasizes newspapers reflect and shape local vigor.
The article predicts 1895 will mark Arizona’s admission as a state and the completion of a north south railroad to Phoenix. It argues statehood brings regulation and representation, while the railroad links markets, boosts commerce for northern and southern regions, and promises a milder climate balance.
The piece urges merchants in northern Arizona to secure southern supplies and prepare to trade with California and Kansas markets once the north south road is finished. It cites the Flagstaff Democrat and notes Queen Victoria’s long rule alongside commentary on cholera and typhoid research by M Girard endorsing citric acid to disinfect tainted water and lemonade during epidemics.
The Mesa Free Press advertises The Illustrated Home Guest a family oriented weekly with stories by Emma D E Southworth Mary J Holmes Charlotte M Braeme Ann Stephens May Agnes Fleming and others. It calls the magazine high class moral and entertaining and offers a one year package with Twenty Complete Novels by Popular Authors for 2.50 postpaid to new or renewing subscribers. Sample copies available at the office.
Tables display the best the market affords with fruit and vegetables in season. Shoppers are urged to inspect produce for quality and freshness as seasonal selections arrive daily.
The advertisement touts new dress goods and furnishing items, a full hardware and grocery department, Myers Pumps, Featherbone Buggy Whips, and Canton Clipper Plows. It promises the best lines, lowest prices, and prompt attention to special orders.
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