Arizona House Bill No 2 Creates University Tax Fund
The Territorial Legislature passes a measure to levy an annual half mill tax on real and personal property to fund the University Fund. The act directs the Territorial Auditor to certify rates, and county boards to enter them on rolls as liens on property on March first. Regents may spend funds for university buildings and maintenance, with warrants drawn by the Auditor and paid by the Territorial Treasurer. The act takes effect on enactment and aims to augment the university’s work, earning broad civic support.
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Territory of
Arizona
Territory
Territorial
University
Boards of Supervisors
Board of Regents
University of Arizona
Legislature’s push for railroads drives territorial growth
The legislature’s encouragement to railroad builders will bring wide benefits. More tracks open land for irrigation and unlock mines without transport. irrigation, cannai gro and sugar beet industries will benefit and likely expand soon, per the Citizen.
Boy Follows Fire Engine Up Hill Repeatedly
A boy discovers the fire engine he trails up a long hill is being taken for repairs, not to a blaze. The incident highlights the misdirection and frustration of following emergency vehicles for a false alarm.
Trust in God and Mind Your Own Business
A brief proverb notes the value of relying on faith while handling personal affairs independently. It emphasizes individual responsibility and prudent discretion in daily conduct.
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God
The One Horse Farmer and Ancient Ruins Tale
A humorous sketch mocks a one horse farmer and his foibles from misused money to stubborn habits. The text shifts to a note on a ruined city near Baalbek with three colossal stone blocks, 64 63 and 62 feet long, each 13 feet thick rising about 25 feet high, prompting questions about ancient construction methods.
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Hing
Bat
Sity
Baalbec
Mecca
Temple of
Baal
Smelter Fumes Considered for Sulphur Based Chemicals
The Butte Montana papers report over two million dollars wasted yearly from Swelter smoke in Butte. Chemists study a plan to convert smelter fumes into sulphur and make chemicals with sulphur as the main ingredient. At present all US sulphur is imported and prices have nearly doubled this winter.
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Butte Later
Butte
United States
Wonders of Baalbec Ruined City Near Damascus
Baalbec or Baalbek is the ruined city in Coele-Syria, about forty five miles northwest of Damascus. The article notes its ancient significance and location.
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Baalbee
Baalbek
Ancient
Coele-Syria
Damascus
Two Classes of Men in Relation to Newspapers
The piece contrasts two types of men: loyal, reputable readers who support and value the country newspaper, and another class who distrust or avoid newspapers, operating in shady backrooms with small souls and dark methods. It portrays journalism as essential to honest business and civic life.
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American Eagle
Cuban War Aid Rumors Stir U S Militia Men
A New York Times source reports that Cuban insurgents have attracted militia members nationwide. Emissaries lure recruits with big payments if rebels win, despite limited funding from the Qu bans, while trained soldiers seek fame and rapid promotion in Cuba.
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New York Times
Cuba
Laurada
Bermuda
Gomez
Merrill Secures $3 Million Mexican Sewer Contract
C C Merrill of Los Axreiles wins a concession from the Mexican government to lay a sewer pipe system in Mexico City. No pipe may be imported. Merrill will manufacture all pipe in a $50 090 plant in St Louis. The eight year project will be completed in stages.
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C.C. Merrill
Los Axreiles
Mexico
Republic
Mr. Merrill
St. Louis
Kalama Bulletin Borrows Motto Of Rapid Looting
A Kalama, Washington bulletin quotes the line Grab all in sight and rustle for more as a picturesque motto, reflecting the paper's snappy regional voice in reporting.
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