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Newspaper

Mesa Free Press

Location

Mesa, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1900

Page

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The Peoples Store Incorporation in Mesa Arizona

Articles of Incorporation acknowledge L Salter and J G Peterson forming The Peoples Store a general merchandise business in Mesa City Maricopa County Arizona. Capital stock set at 10000 dollars in 2000 shares of 5 dollars. Board of three directors named L Salter J G Peterson and Florence Salter elected for term to January 15 1901.

Peoples’ Store Mesa City Maricopa County Arizona L. Salter J. G. Peterson Florence Salter

Publisher Authorized Contracts Ad Rates

No person is authorized to contract bills on account of this paper except on written order of the Publisher. Advertising rates made known on application.

Councilman Jerry Millay and Assemblymen Seek Re-Election

Local readers learn that Councilman Jerry Millay runs for another term while Assemblymen B A Fowler Sam Brown A P Shewman and Thos Armstrong Sr seek reelection, indicating party endorsements and campaign activity in the region.

B.A. Fowler Sam Brown A.P Shewman Thos. Armstrong, SR

Articles of incorporation officers and limits filed in Arizona

The document names J. G. Peterson as President and L. Salter as Secretary-Treasurer with terms through January 7, 1901. It sets a maximum indebtedness of five thousand dollars, exempts private stockholder property, and permits amendments by two-thirds vote. Acknowledgments by L. Salter and J. G. Peterson occur before Notary Frank T. Pomeroy in Maricopa County, dated August 6, 1900, with first publication August 17.

J. @. Peterson L. Salter Maricopa County Arizona Territory Territory Arizona Maricopa Frank T Cotory J. G Mercy T Terriay Frank T. Pomeroy

Arizona Courts Practice and Notary Public Notice

Legal papers prepared for all Arizona courts with careful drafting and accuracy. Notary Public services available to authenticate documents.

Arizona

Captain George D Christy as Arizona Republican congress nominee

The Arizonian reports Captain George D Christy of Phoenix may seek the Republican territorial convention nomination for congress. Christy, former commander of Company A, First Territorial Regiment, is praised as a strong, popular candidate and potential standard bearer. The piece also notes growing water development across Arizona, especially artesian wells, with irrigation benefits for the Gila valley and surrounding regions.

George D* ‘Christy Phoenix Congress Arizonian Christy Arizona First Territorial Regiment M. H. McCord Hell Prescott A. O. Brodie Npt Gazette

Artesian Water for Valley Lands Promises Prosperity

The bulletin argues artesian water for 40 acres could cost no more than $500, with low supply maintenance compared to river ditches. Boring artesian wells is seen as boosting prosperity for the valley.

Bulletin

Arizona Mines Point to Copper Boom Ahead

Copper mining now more profitable than gold with copper prices rising due to electric uses. Demand is seen as permanent, not speculative, with expanding applications likely to push prices higher. Arizona mountains abound with copper indications and prospectors urged to pursue systematic searches.

Arizona Gazette

Rogers Engagement Plans for Madge Rogers and Harry Thompson

Mr and Mrs Lowell L Rogers announce the engagement of their daughter Madge Rogers to Harry Thompson of Tempe Ariz The wedding is set for Sept 27 The Los Angeles Times notes the couple’s strong standing in the community and the News joins in extending congratulations.

Lowell L. Rogers Madge Rogers Harry Thompson Tempe, Ariz Los Angeles ‘Dimes

Prohibitionists Meet In Phoe nix County Convention

The first county Prohibition Party convention was held in Phoe nix with S. Green as chairman. D J Wix Thomas elected chairman and a full ticket nominated including Wix Thomas for Council, Armstrong for Assembly, Fowler and Shewman for Rep, Ivy for Dematched, Stout for Sheriff, Edwards for DA, McFill for Recorder, Hammels for Assessor, Messenger for Treasurer, Fulton for School Supt, Norris and Green as Supervisors. Oil fields northeast of town draw attention as three parties locate several square miles. Samples analyzed in California and Pennsylvania show favorable results though paying quantities are not yet found. Propectors say money to drill is available and several parties plan prospect holes.

Prohibition Party Phoenix S. Green D. J. Wix Thomas J Wix Thomas Pro Thos. Armstrong, Jr A Fowler P Shewman P Ivy Dem S S Stout Arthur J. Edwards B F McFill J G Hammels M W Messenger Rep A H Fulton Norris Dem Green Tne Gallup Here Winslow California Pennsylvania

Populist Ticket Endorses Bipartisan County Slate

In a mass meeting at Phoenix led by Judge G W Way, Populists endorsed parts of both major parties. The ticket names Dr J M Ford councilman, J P Ivy assemblyman, B A Fowler Thos Armstrong Jr A P Sherman as Republicans, F W Sheridan sheriff, Arthur J Ed DA, F H Parker F C Norris as supervisors, B F McFall recorder J H Langston probate judge O W Barnett assessor W A Hancock surveyor. Nine Republicans and six Democrats are represented on the slate.

Phoenix G.W. Way Mera J M Ford J P Ivy Dem A Fowler Thos. Armstrong, Jr A. P Sherman F W Sheridan Arthur J Edwards M W Messenger Rep F H Parker C Norris F McFall J H Langston A H Fulton W Barnett W A Hancock

Artesian Wells and Paine's Fireworks Display In Phoenix

The county regrets not drilling deeper at the McQueen well to penetrate clay formations and maybe unlock a richer artesian vein. Arizona residents will witness Paine's spectacular fireworks and the Battle of San Juan in Phoenix next Monday and Tuesday with a round trip train leaving Mesa City at 5:50.

Valey M. Queen McQueen Phoenix Arizona Paine San Juan Saa Juan Mesa City

The People's Party Plans Voter Address

The Executive Committee of the People's Party will issue an address to voters outlining its stance and urging unity despite lacking an official ballot ticket. Observers foresee a possible broad field for its relevance in three years or its dissolution depending on the Brysonism impact.

People’s Party Weal Brysnism

Timely Hints for Farmers and vegetable growing note

Bulletin No. 34 Timely Hints for Farmers and Bulletin No. 35 Vegetable Growing in Southern Arizona from the University of Arizona offer value to farmers and vegetable raisers. A copy may be obtained by applying to the University. Also notice a patent remedy Moki Tea claims to cure headaches indigestion and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee 25 and 50 cents sold by J W Bailey. The poll tax law validity will be reviewed by Judge Sloan in Flagstaff soon.

Arizona Uniersity J W Bailey Sloan Flagstaff

Also Mentioned on This Page

Aereaine Stapley's Hardware Store Ongea Shane the People's Store Passey & Mets A.hunsaker Mesa Hunsaker General Hardware Wilbur-Mullen Hdw J. H. Kibbey A. J. Edwards Kibbey & Edwards Steivegger Buixp Center St A. T Territory of Wesa Free Press A. P. Shewman, Pustisurr Republican County Jerry Millay F. W. Sheridan M. W. Messinger George A. Mauk C. W. Barnett N. A. Morford J.C. Wasson W. A. Hannock F. H. Parker J.T. Priest L. Salter, J. G. Peterson County Recorder W. Barnett A. P. Shewman Wright Proprietor P. Mets Geo. D. Christy Graham Mountains Gila Valley Artecian Well Belt Munson Cenega Ash Flat Pima Arizona Mines Roger Thinpson THE People's Party
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