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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1899
Page
1
Public notice from the Mesa Free Press states no one may contract bills on the paper’s behalf without written order from the publisher A P Shewman. Advertising rates available on request and subscription is $2.50 per year.
A large gathering at Co-Op Hall debated establishing a Mesa City creamery and ice plant. A ten-person committee was named to drum up support with a follow up meeting set for Monday evening June 5, 1899.
Dr. Battersby notes that a tandem bicycle powered by a soldier pedaling can generate 15 volts and 4 amperes to charge storage batteries for X ray work. Melting candles deprived desert supply wagons of light, but the system reduced probing pain by locating bullets with mathematical precision, even in deep injuries.
The Supreme Court's final decision declaring the Algadones land grant void prompts expected influx into Yuma County as people rush to claim land once opened under the grant. The ruling sharpens prospects for settlement and growth in the region.
The editorial discussion notes courts settling titles to Colorado valley lands will boost taxation and development, leading to hundreds of farms and a major canal project. It highlights mining growth in Arizona driven by copper demand, rail expansion, and electricity use. It also cites praise from the Mining Reporter and Florence Guardian on local press impact.
A satirical portrait of editors as wealthy in influence yet penniless in money, rewarding advertisers while claiming to heal the wounded. The piece mocks journalism as a trade of brains for cash, condemning selfless acts traded for perilous gain and self-sacrifice for a ham sandwich.
Judge Scott lists six fortunate teachers Miss Robinson Austin Russell Culver Clanton and Hendrix who have given up their positions. All districts have not reported yet and further particulars may be obtained by contacting the judge.
The document outlines retroactive extradition rules for fugitives across crimes from murder to larceny over $25. It sets evidence and territorial limits, non-extradition for political crimes, and first-come priority. Also notes Mayor David LeBaron’s death and timber inspector Holzinger’s transfer from Arizona to Colorado.
The Washington Street transfer moves 50 feet from Geo. E. Loring to Mons Ellingson of Tempe for 20000 dollars. Ellingson, once a poor wage earner, now claims 150000 in Salt River Valley holdings and plans a brick block on the site. Vol I L L Schultz brokered the sale as a buoyant real estate market signals an active season.
The Oasis analyzes ongoing newspaper boycotts by the medical profession calling them “medical ethics” and compares them to the dubious “Spanish honor.” The Courier criticizes these pretenses as hollow and misdirected, arguing they mislead the public and harm press independence.
Harry Zuck came back to Holbrook this week and will move his family to the Hicks and Brigham ranch near Raton New Mexico for the summer. His health has rapidly improved since leaving his Tempe law practice to join Hicks and Brigham. Friends here hope he continues to improve and fully regain his former health.
A running advertisement touts Shiloh as a world tested remedy for coughs colds and consumption. It claims to cure many incipient cases and relieve advanced ones with a money back guarantee of 25 50 and 100 options. J H Barnett is listed as the local druggist seller.
Grand Lecturer J H Campbell spoke three times on temperance in Mesa last week drawing a large audience. Thirty people signed to join the Mesa Lodge at a Sunday gathering. John Hibbert, elated by events, welcomes a newborn son and reports a thriving life. In Tempe a $10,000 wrongful death suit against the Maricopa railroad proceeds, with a jury inspecting the crossing where the accident occurred.
A 1900s style advertisement claims Karl Clover Root Tea cures headaches from overwork. Describes the product as a blood purifier and tissue builder with refunds if unsatisfactory. Priced at 25 and 50 cents, sold at J H Barnett's Drug Store.
The Southern Pacific promotes complete equipment and comfort with fast trains and gas-lit cars. Dining cars are on all limited trains and service is year round with high standards. For more information contact M. O. Bicknell, Agent, for routes to Los Angeles and eastern destinations.
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