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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1899
Page
1
Public Opinion Key to Land Reclamation Policy
The agitation for arid land reclamation must stay in public view and the federal government’s contribution should be a central issue. Public opinion shapes policy as legislation mirrors popular will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Irrigation Growth and Eucalypt Prospects in Arizona
The piece argues irrigation boosts wealth, lowers taxes, and grows communities. It notes the Arizona Experiment Station's finding that several Eucalyptus varieties can be grown in the territory and encourages citizens to contact the station and plant them. It cites 51,734,000 acres of government land open to settlement, with about 5,685,000 already transferred, and an engineer estimate that over 6,000,000 acres could be irrigated in the Gila and Salt River valleys through storage reservoirs and watershed conservation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arizona
Arizovxe
Gila
Salt River
Treasury hoards silver dollars amid limited redemptions
The Washington Post reports a peculiar monetary condition with strong demand from the south and southwest for silver dollars. Treasurers have dollars in the treasury but cannot withdraw them easily as silver certificates, mostly in small denominations, are spread nationwide. Banks hoard certificates to supply country correspondents, while the treasury will not pay out dollars for gold, gold certificates, or greenbacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
California Plans Death Penalty for Incorrigible Criminals
California officials discuss a proposed law to execute criminals deemed incorrigible after three felony convictions. A criminologist board would assess such prisoners before any execution, with proponents arguing it is more humane and a stronger deterrent than long imprisonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Board of Health
Expressing Gratitude for Funeral Assistance
The relatives of the late Mrs Mr Pyppleswell express thanks for kind assistance at the funeral. They especially thank the Odd Fellows for their services and say they will always remember the community's sympathetic aid during their grief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Pyppleswell
Odd Fellows
Belgians hare industry pitched as quick profitable home venture
Readers are urged to consider Belgian hare breeding as a clean, low capital occupation in Southern California. Belgians and other hares promise high profits, fast reproduction, and potential markets including meat, pelts, and clubs. The piece cites prices from fifty cents to six hundred dollars, notes two Los Angeles hare clubs, and mentions a proposed cannery and hat factory. It also includes unrelated legal notices about a Highland Company mortgage and a mining location summary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Ana
Cal
Los Angeles
California
Receiver Sought for Highland Land and Water Co in Mesa City
A voluminous petition filed late Tuesday in the District Court clerk’s office seeks the appointment of a receiver for the Highland Land and Water Co operating in Mesa City. Attorney General Ainsworth provided the notice in the Herald report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic Trust Co
New York City
Highland Company
the Herald
District Court
Highland Land & Water Co
Mesa City
Ainsworth
M E Church South assigns ministers in Arizona district
The M. E. Church South announces ministerial assignments across Arizona. J. M. Weems presides over Phoenix and Bethel, with Thompson at Prescott, Lewis at Tempe, Forbes at Solomonville, Harbin at Verde, Wright at Prescott circuit, and Sharbrough moved to Redlands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Church South
J. M. Weems
Phoenix
Bethel
C. Thompson
Prescott
L. C. Lewis
Tempé
R.J. Forbes
Solomonville
A.V Harbin
Verde
R.E. Wright
Bicgeye
Payson
M. B
Acetylene Gas Offered For Independent Lighting
The National Generator promotes owning a 40 percent cheaper lighting plant with double illumination for residences churches stores factories and towns. It claims safety with infrequent maintenance and ships machines in 30 days to responsible parties, inviting agents and free booklet requests from Buffalo New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gas and Electric Light
National Acetylene Gas Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Public Visit by J W Kinsley and Tempe Lodge Meeting in Mesa
Hon J W Kinsley, past supreme master workman of the Ancient Order of the United Workmen, visited Mesa with many Tempe Lodge members for a public meeting at Co op Hall where he delivered a notable address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Kinsley
Ancient
Order of the United Workmen
Tempe Lodge
Mesa
Co-Op. Hall
Kinsley
Workmen's Lodge Likely in town as new order forms
At meeting, aims and objects of the Order were explained and many accepted an invitation to join. Bremernsley agreed to return next week to arrange for a lodge, noting the Workmen as the largest fraternal insurance society with prompt support, including the $2,000 paid to the widow of Frank Robson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bre Rinsley
Workmen
Frank Robson
Advertisement for Shilohs Consumption Cure and Pianos
An advertisement markets Shilohs Consumption Qute with a two thirds dose guarantee and refunds via Druggist. prices 26c, 50c, and $1.00. It also promotes Chickering Behr Bros Kransch Bach Masori Hamlin pianos as standard high grade, claiming their reliability after 20 years. A Rede will, Phoenix.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
J. H. Barnett
Chickering
Behr Bros
Kransch & Bach
Masori’ & Hamlin
A. Redewill
Phoenix
Dr King’s New Live Pills Sale Ad
An advertising pitch touts Dr King’s New Live Pills as a sugar coated health tonic. The copy promises energy and mental sharpness from each pill and notes a price of 25 cents per box sold by J H Barnett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
J H Barnett
Passey and Mets Grow Lumber Furniture Business
Passey and Mets are building a large furniture concern with reliable products at satisfactory prices. The issue notes their new activity and previews future coverage. The report also mentions Judge Hakes predicting irrigation legislation will aid Arizona. A marriage in Phoenix united H D McCrae to Flora Williams at P A Williams residence with Rev. McFee officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Passey & Mets
Hhey
P A Williams
H D McCrae
Phoenix
Flora Williams
McFee
Chamberlain's Colic Choleraa Diareha Remedy Adverts
A vintage drug ad claims Chamberlain's Colic Cholera Morbus Remedy is the universal, safe, and reliable treatment for bowel complaints. J. W. Bailey Drugstore offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied after use. The copy heralds it as the most successful remedy and says it never fails.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
J. W. Baily
Leap Years and Rights for American Girls
The twentieth century will have twenty four leap years not to benefit the American girl but to reflect her advancing rights and privileges as she gains full appreciation of her status. Every year, she will be seen as stepping toward equal recognition and opportunity.
Karl's Clover Root Tea Ad Promotes Digestive Health
A vintage advertisement claims a beautiful complexion requires pure blood and good digestion. It touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as supporting bowels liver and kidneys for health. Prices are 25 and 50 cents, sold by J. K. Barnett Druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. K. Barnett
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