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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1899
Page
1
W D Morton 4P Shewmans Morton Shewmans advertise rates made known on application.
Fire at 3:50 a.m. destroyed the Krondyke saloon and Wing Building adjoining. Miss Sir Allison's restaurant and the Patterson-Brondage two story brick were saved with only nominal damages. Origin of the blaze and total loss were under investigation.
Senator Ives, president of the State of Arizona Improvement Company, welcomes a Supreme Court re trial after an oversight hid a bond filing from Washington records. The court reversed a territorial court decision, and Ives calls it a signal victory for his company. The Phoenix Herald notes C J Hall's New York trip seeking canal water cooperation with Hudson Reservoir Co. though no final accord was reached.
The Tribune reports that copper and gold mines near Florence boost prospects for a railroad and general prosperity. Merchants thrive, farmers prosper, homes improve, and a strong optimistic mood pervades the town and county.
The Twentieth Legislature started with hostility to the press but the newspapers remain staunchly alive. Ex-members who fought the press are expected to seek public votes again from wary voters.
The immense steel bridge spans the Colorado River at this point, part of the Southern Pacific system. Completed last week, traffic was never delayed during construction, with a total cost of $250,000. The report notes voter registration rules require six months’ residency and a poll tax receipt for registration. It also mentions the need for a fire company with reliable water supply.
The Arizona Press Association plans a Solomonville meeting next month to establish sensible rules for dealing with pot house politicians who mislead voters into sending them to the legislature. The piece notes diverse local items including social news, ranch improvements, school bond talk, irrigation studies, and various small town happenings.
Col A J Streeter and wife left Tuesday for New Windsor Illinois. Dr Lucas the dentist has recovered enough to resume work. Geo A Mintz of the Globe Times and family were guests at the home of Charles Mullen last Saturday. Attendees of Mme Johnstone Bishop Song recital at Tempe Monday night enjoyed a rare treat.
Rose Stillman and her company perform tonight and tomorrow at the Social Hall. The bill changes each night with La Belle Marie opening, a comedy drama featuring singing and dancing. Ladies enter free with a paid reserved seat, music priced 50c reserved 25c general admission.
Short property notice offers West half of Block 7 for sale for cash. Inquiries directed to this office.
The Southern Pacific emphasizes complete equipment, comfortable transport, and prompt service with fast trains and gas lights on all cars. Dining cars on all limited trains, no snow blockades, 238 miles shortest line to Los Angeles, quickest time to eastern points. Contact M. O. Bicknell, Agent, for details.
The notice offers routing tips for eastbound and westbound trips via the Southern Pacific line. It promises route selection, best connections, and suitable accommodations. Contact M. O. Biewety, G. BP. A., Phoenix for details.
The Phoenix Short Line reopens its Pullman car between Phoenix and Maricopa. Passengers may board at seven in the evening and remain until six o'clock the next morning, eliminating the need for a Maricopa hotel room.
The Southern Pacific announces the Sunset Limited fast train will begin around November 1 with a solid vestibuled Pullman service and full dining. It will run twice weekly, linking Chicago to the Pacific Coast and connecting with an Atlantic Coast service from New Orleans to San Francisco. Four fast trains run weekly from Maricopa via the Sunset route. For details contact M. D. Bicknell, G. P. A.
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