Wesa Free Press publisher notice and rates
A. P. Shewman Poswisher states no person may contract bills for this paper except on written order of the publisher. Advertising rates are available on application. Subscription is $2.50 per year.
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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1899
Page
1
A. P. Shewman Poswisher states no person may contract bills for this paper except on written order of the publisher. Advertising rates are available on application. Subscription is $2.50 per year.
Earnest J. Frankenburg dies after being dragged by a frightened mare in Tempe. The 63 year old Ohio native, former bank president and Maricopa County supervisor, was honored by Tempe Odd Fellows for his building efforts. Governor Roosevelt to be greeted in New Mexico with formal ceremonies at Raton.
The Woodmen Camp in Mesa reports about 120 members nearly matching all other orders combined. It has paid out 4000 dollars to aid dependents recently and plans to move to a new hall over Barnett drug store, signaling expected growth. Governor N O Murphy and staff will attend the Rough Riders reunion with rooms booked at Hotel Castaneda.
Major J H McClintock reports Captain Llewellyn guarantees a successful Rough Riders reunion in Las Vegas with a gold medal bearing a $250 diamond for Colonel Roosevelt and a handsome sword for Colonel Brodie. The event arises from a New Mexico subscription with all counties represented and limits at one dollar. The piece also notes a Fountain murder case accusation against Llewellyn and Morford's retirement from the Phoenix Herald, with Harvey J. Lee taking over the Phoenix Republican.
Arizona newspaper men report Judge A H Hackney of the Silver Belt has suffered a stroke causing paralysis on his right side. He endures significant pain and cannot rise from his chair.
The article lauds Mesa schools with two buildings and nine teachers, urges patron support, notes a large Cuban student aid program offering free tuition and scholarships, and reports school trustees filling vacancies and opening in September. It also covers opposition to a local reservation and calls for continued fruit shipments boosting Mesa’s economy.
Judge Allen of Los Angeles rules that marriages of California couples who wed in Arizona to evade California law are null and void. The decision affects reputations and legality of such unions statewide.
The board designated Flagstaff as Northern Arizona Normal and Terpe as Arizona Normal. Preaching at the M. E. Church next Sunday at 11 a.m. and evening services are adjourned one week for Mr. Rogers to preach at the Union of all churches in Fempe. Adult baptism will occur before Sunday morning sermon.
The Phoenix Short Line and Southern Pacific announce weekly Thursday departures starting May 5 for 90 days at 25.95 dollars to Santa Barbara Santa Monica Ventura San Pedro Long Beach and San Diego. Chair cars day coaches and Pullman sleepers available. Pintschots and modern conveniences featured on the 240 mile route.
An advertisement asserts a beautiful complexion depends on pure blood and digestion and promotes Karl's Clover Root Tea as benefiting bowels liver and kidneys. It lists prices 25 cents and 50 cents and directs purchase from J K Barn Druggist.
The bottle bears a promise to use two thirds before asking for a refund from the druggist if no benefit. It lists prices of 26 cents 50 cents and one dollar and is on sale by J. H. Barnett, Druggist.
The notice offers routing advice for travelers using the Southern Pacific on eastward and westward journeys. It promises route selection, best connections, and accommodations with contact for M. O. Bicknall, G. P.A., Phoenix.
Leu in completeness of equipment comfort of transport promptness of service. Fast and elegant trains with gas lighting on all cars. Dining cars on all limited trains. Highest standard year round. No snow blockades. 238 miles the shortest line to Los Angeles and quickest time to eastern points. For information contact U. O. Bicknell Agent.
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