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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1900
Page
1
Poll Tax Law Imposes Registration Tax in Arizona
The twentyeth Arizona legislature requires all electors to present a poll tax receipt for the registration year. Officers may not register without proof or an exemption affidavit. Violations incur a misdemeanor with up to $100 fine and at least sixty days imprisonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arizona
Homestead Law Threat Discussed in Denner Stockman Opinion
The Denner Stockman condemns leasing of range lands and argues homestead eligibility should apply only to lands fit for homesteading. He says leasingWarps land use, and lands suitable for homesteading should be retained for homesteaders while unused lands be withdrawn from the law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denner Stockman
Col J F Wilson Backed by Arizona for Statehood
The Arizona delegate Col J F Wilson is praised for his vigorous work in Congress. He has prepared many bills to aid Arizona and, through observation and research, understands the territory’s conditions and needs. He is actively pursuing statehood with a strong factual base.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arizona
Col
J. F. Wilson
Congress
Col. Wilson
Arizona Statehood Admitted Debate Supports Wilson Re-Election
The Arizona Bulletin argues 80 indisputable claims justify statehood and oppose opposition to Arizona’s admission. It endorses Mr. Wilson as a candidate for re election this fall noting his record earns respect and confidence of Arizona Democrats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Arizona
Wilson
Democrats of
Arizona Bulletin
Farmers Institute Session Planned in Mesa City Hall
A Farmers Institute program set for March 29 in Go Op Hall Mesa City includes an afternoon and evening schedule with music lectures and demonstrations on poultry grain alfalfa irrigation orchards vegetable growing and milk handling. Speakers include J Johnson Geo Schornick John Vance and Prof Forbes with Mrs Maeser and Prof McClatchie among others and a free publication distribution from the Experimental Station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Institute
Mesa City
B. F.johnson
J. Johnson
Tempe
John Shorney
Glendale
John Vance
Mesa
Phelps
Geo. Schornick
McClatchie
Misc Maeser
Salt River Valley
Phoenix
J. Holdren
Peterson
Forbes
University of Arizona
Provo News Highlights From Local Civic and Personal Notes
Dan Hibbert remains in town through April while James Passey recovers from a recent illness. English students staged a farce predicting graduates five years ahead. The Academy challenges the University to an athletic meet and a joint oratory contest is planned. Missionary class singing under Prof Lund draws praise. Arizona press attacks political manipulation of newspapers. Ed Laing, injured at the artesian well and losing his right arm, travels to Los Angeles for care after regrouping in Tempe. A caucus nominated a municipal ticket with Kimball Sirrine Mullen Macdonald Mets for Council. Marshal Lewis Clerk Mauk and Streets Owen Davies named. election on April 2. A special rail fare of 59.70 to Salt Lake offers 60 days validity, with G A Mauk handling inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Hibbert
James Passey
Academy
Lund
Ed. Laing
Artesian
Chandler
Los Angeles
Tempe
City of the Angels
Laing
W. A. Kimball
W. L. Sirrine
C. M. Mullen
Geo. A. Macdonald
Phil Mets
Marshal
C. B. Lewis
Municipal Nominations Bring Multiple Tickets to Mesa City
The Mesa City election near April 2 gathers several full ballots. Tax Payer's Ticket lists Councilmen W A Kimball Ben F LeBaron C M Mullen G A Macdonald Phil Mets Marshal O B Lewis Clerk J H Pomeroy Street Supervisor Owen Davies. Non-Partizan Ticket names J G Peterson Bert Wingar J H Rogers Joe Standage T H Sabin. Mesa Independent Ticket includes W A Kimball Chas Mallen Geo Macdonald D M LeBaron W L Sirrine with Marshal P Daley Street Supervisor J H McCullough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesa City
W A. Kimball
Ben F. LeBaron
C. M. Mullen
G A Macdonald
Phil Mets
O B Lewis
J H Pomeroy
Owen Davies
Partizan
Sunday Marriage Contracts Rule Questioned by Judge
Judge Richardson rules in a breach of promise case in Boston that a Sunday night marriage contract is not void under the Sunday law. He notes common practice on Sundays and Sundays evenings may include such engagements and that the issue has not been ruled in this commonwealth or the United States. The defense excepted and the case will go to the supreme court for decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richardson
Boston
Commonwealth
United States
Supreme Court
Mesa and Type Light Power Co Incorporations Filed
Articles of incorporation for Mesa Light and Power Co and Type Light and Power Co filed with the County Recorder. Each lists Harry L Chandler Ertha T Chandler and Charles L Diehl as incorporators with capital stock of 25000 dollars to transmit and sell electric power and related machinery. Other notes mention Tempe postmaster Judge Newell reorganizing his office with chief assistant S L McArthur and praise for food mail service, plus a Tempe Citizens meeting nominating municipal officers for Council and Clerk Marshal positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesa Light & Power Co
Type Light & Power Co
County Recorder
Harry L.chandler
Ertha T. Chandler
Charles L. Diehl
Judge Newell
S. L. McArthur
Ofce
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Boosts Local Sales
Pierson drug store manager reports a strong run for Chamberlains Cough Remedy with high customer satisfaction. The product is praised for stopping coughs healing sore throats and lungs and providing quick relief during la grippe season. Sold by J W Baily Druggist in South Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
Pierson Drug Store
Chamberlain
la Grippe
Chicago
School Trustee Election Set for March 31
The School Trustee election will occur on Saturday March 31 with the term of Kimball Pomeroy expiring at that time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimball Pomeroy
Robbed the Grave and a Blacksmith Shop Opens
Philadelphia resident Joan Oliver recalls a dire illness with skin yellowing sunken eyes and back pain. After doctors gave up he found relief with Electric Bitters, claiming they saved his life and robbed the grave. At J H Barnett's Drug Store they cost 50 cents guaranteed. Gilbert and Draper open a new blacksmith shop offering general smithing work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan Oliver
Philadelphia
J. H. Barnett
King’s New Discovery Cures Cough After Years of Suffering
Annie E Springer of 1125 Howard St Philadelphia reports Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption fully cured her hacking cough. The Royal remedy relieved chest pain and restored sleep, prompting her to praise it. Available in 50c and 1.00 bottles with free trials at J H Barnett’s Drug Store. guaranteed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie E Springer
Howard St
Philadelphia
Dr. King
J. H. Barnett
Rutherford Jones Visits Los Angeles Times Office
Rutherford Jones of the Century Dictionary appeared in Los Angeles yesterday, meeting local editors and discussing lexicography and upcoming dictionary projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rutherford Jones
Century Dictionary
The
Los Angeles Times
Shilohs Consumption Cure Guarantee and Prices
An ad proclaims on every bottle of Shilohs Consumption Cure a two thirds benefit guarantee with refund if not helped. It lists prices 25 50 and 1.00 and credits J H Barnett as the local druggist. The note also mentions the late rain aiding farmers and their broad smiles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
J. H. Barnett
Karl's Clover Root Tea Promises Healthful Digestion
An 19th century advertisement touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as improving complexion via healthy digestion, liver and bowels. It claims direct action on heart liver and kidneys and lists prices of 25 and 50 cents, sold by J. K. Barnett Druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. K. Barnett Druggist
Davis Ross Rushing Business With Belgian Hares
The Ladies' Improvement Club keeps the north plaza in fine shape, a town credit. The infant child of Mr and Mrs James H Ruse, previously very ill, is now improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis & Ross
Ladies’ Improvement Club
James H. Ruse
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