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The oasis., 1902-02-15
BENSON LOOKING UP.
The Cochise County Town Destined to Become an Important Railway
 Center


 which will make it one of the larg-
 est and most important towns in
 southern Arizona. This week the
 El Paso & Southwestern Railway
 has completed the extension of its
 line eastward from Bisbee to Dem
 ing, and there made connection
 with the Santa Fe system. That gives Benson a direct connection with the East independent of the Southern Pacific lines. The same road is building into El Paso, and within few months that connec- ton will be made. Then Benson will have independent connections to the East over the Rock Island x Pacific lines, and over the lines of the Texas Pacific and Missouri Pacific Next month work will be- gin upon construction of the Phe- nix & Eastern railway, which will build from Phoenix to Benson and will be completed within year. When that is done Benson will have an independent connection with California over that road, the north and south road and the Atlantic X Pacific. Then Benson will be a railway center with lines radiating to El Paso, Deming, Bis bee, Douglas, Naco, Nacosari, La Cananea, Nogaies, Guaymas, Flor ence, Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, Will cox and Bowie. It will be the easiest and most quickly reached point from all parts of southern and central Arizona and northern Sonora, aud the many rail lines centering there will give it cheap freights which will be surely mat ter of advantage ln trade
 The last mentioned fact has al- ready drawn there d big shelter enterprise, and two gentlemen, re- presenting heavy capital, are al- ready upon the ground negotiating for site Tor big reduction plant. At Benson they can bring together cheap fuel and great variety of ores from great region, and their enterprise will create at Benson shelter city which will rival Pueblo and Fl Paso.
 The new brick factory is turning out thousands daily of fine machine made brick for which there is great demand all over the country, and they are executing some large 
 Work upon the Reform School building Is progressing rapidly. The foundation is now complete and work has begun upon the walls of the superstructure.
 Development of artesian water in the San Pedro valley continues. and each new well adds fine area of rich, arabic land in the region to Benson. In the St. ! David's settlement there are now more than one hundred flowing wells, and upon both sides of the | river, both above and below Ben son, flowing wells have been sunk ! and are utilized for irrigating land. 1
 Last week THE OASIS man met at | Benson a gentleman he knew ten | years ago in northwest New Mex Ico and Durango, Colorado, Mir. L R White who is now ranching at St. [ having located there last May, and taken up land which he has reclaimed by sinking artesian wells and building a big reservoir. The gentleman stated that he had travelled all over the West, from the Missouri river to the Pacific ocean, looking for four things in combination-yiz: soil, climate,
The oasis., 1902-02-15

water and markets-and nowhere had he found the desired combina- tion So complete as upon the san Pedro River in Arizona. Mir. White believes that Benson, amid such surroundings, will surely be a large and prosperous town.
The oasis., 1902-02-15
What Is a Mining Fake7"
continled iron page D

Contln1ed Sl ron psgseeIl.l.o-,-,- psgee U wealthy man and laid the founda- ton for that colossal fortune which he realized out of the Pacific rail- road. When Hayward was strug- gling with the Amador and when Hanford was ruining himselfin the Volcano mine, there were those in California who, like the Vidette now, derided the two properties as mining fakes"
 We who are developing mines and showing our faith in the region tri- butary to Nogales by expending our own money in the development of property, and inducing our friends to expend money to the same end, have right to expect considerate treatment from the newspapers in Nogales; for they are the guardians of the interests of the town, and the success and prosperity of No gales depend greatly upon the sue cess of the mining industry in Santa Cruz county and in northern Sonora; and l am surprised that the Vidette Is so short sighted as to deal so important an industry so unnecessary a stroke as that in it's issue of last Saturday
 The facts l have herein outlined explain the great popularity of TIE OASIS among mining men generally. That paper always endeavors to present fairly the progress of the most important industry in the great region it serves, and goes to great pains and expense to do so. Almost constantly Mir. Bird travels throughout the mining camps of the region, visiting various mines in perspi1&REesenting in his columns candid rez iptions of properties as he sees then7Ilbm the standpoint of practicafsypiser which all mining men knowA1fzto be. Con- sequently his opiiioiSsalDl. slescrip-. tions have great weie itA gitb min ing men and investors exety where; !; and it is no wonder That Tii&a &sIs has a heavy ejaculation Whong those who are looking for invest ments in mines. oriliat they send the paper east lin bundles" as the Vidette 50 sneeringlv asserls, to help out" their their enterprises with the peopIewho are putting up the money to prospcute the good work they are doing.
 You are at liberty to use this communication in the columns of THE OASIS, if you think that there by you will in any way advance the interests of the mining indus try. l assure you that your work is appreciated, and all mining men look upon THE OASIS as. their best and truest exponent. The man who is working in good faith to deS velop mining property should be encouraged in his work, and [ aiA glad to testify that THE OASIS has' never anything but words of hope and encouragement for all such.I The first duty of newspaper in a region is to the mining in dustry. And that duty is not dis charged by sneering at alleged mining fakes" and running down the work of a newspaper which does its duty. Yours truly,
 A MINING MAN.
 WILL PURCHASE INTEREST IN MINE.
The oasis., 1902-02-15
WILL PURCHASE INTEREST IN MINE.

Prospeetors and miners who have located and own partially developed mines that will justify further expenditures or erection of mill, will find 1t to their interest to write to the address given below, giving full report and description of property with terms npon which the property to eastern parties who will furnish the necessary money for further development. Parties having mines Co sell need not write, but correspondence is solicit ed with those who have meTitOrious proper ties, a substantial interest in which they are willing to convey to responsible and reliable partners wiIO wilt furnish the money
 All such persons will please address,
 RoOM 314, FoLwELL BLOCK,
 CANTON, OHIO, U. A.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
You Are Probably Coming to Birm- ingham to Attend the State Fair, and to See the Sights
 of the Magic City.

There many things we'll worth coming miles to sec he Hlman Hoeno hotel in the South eaboratey and costly furnished The Public Buildings affairs that indicate in uncertain way the greatness of h town. The "I, x l. Budnghe wonderful and largest retail store Tn the entire South.
 All these things indeed worth coming miles to Your enjoyment and your comfort will depend upon number of things For instance when going sightseeing with friends have meeting place. rendevousmee them this hrs because all of interest easiest reached from here secondly because only will be glad have you but have made special aratons for your comorparces packages grips vase wraps umbrellas may be left the Information Bureau the first floor No charge temporary post office will be maintained for and your letters be addressed here o You letters the here for that purpose the stationery which will supply you free The ladies will find handsome toilet and dressing with maid in attendance built at expense of ten thousand dollars ($Iooool
 At the cozytoum you will be served with cup of fresh brewed eawth compliments Of charge for any of these things
 In word make yourself at me-thoroughly at home The atmosphere of the whole you will find to be just cordial this invitation, which is pressing in its sincerity
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19


 Individual Knife Rests at 25c. Large size Knife Rests at Soc, 65c, 75c and 100.
 Table Salts and Peppers, 2 pat terms, with sterling silver tops, at 35c.
 Salts and Peppers. heavier cut tings, with sterling silver tops, at soc.
 Individual Salts, tub shape, prism cutting, per dozen. 9.26. Individual Salts, oval shape, heavy monarch pattern, per dozen, 1900.
 Water Bottles, squat shape, new cutting, our special price. $50. Water Bottles, heavier patterns,
 ~'~'o quat shape, at 400, 4.5o and 500.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

5c Emories, strawberry shape, Sc.
 10c Emories, tomato shape, 7c. 15c Emories, satin covered, heart shape, 10c.
 10c Mohair Shoe Laces, Sc. 10c Mems Porpoise Shoe Laces. Sc.
 15c Hose Supporters, side style, all sizes, Sc.
 15c Velvet Grip, black or white, 12c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

20c Velvet Grip, black or white, 16c.
 25c Velvet Grip, black or white, 22c.
 25c Ruffied Silk Side Supporters, 22c.
 50c Velvet Grip Silk Side Sup porters, attachable clasp, 42c. 25c Hook-on Hose Supporters, 22c.
 35c Hook-on Hose Supporters, 2ec.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

Salad Bowl, lotus pattern, 4.25. SPECIALS shapes and as many patterns, the last from one factory in stock. Former prices on these Bowls were $9.50, $11.00, s12.00 and s13.75. SPECIAL State Fair Price, 7.5o.
 Jugs, 3-pint size, 2 patterns, each, 800.
 Jugs, 4-pint size, patterns. heavier cutting, each, 10.5o. Bowls, Euclid pattern, 3 shapes, at 1850, 16.50, 2o.0o and 5000.
 Vases, lotus patterns, at5.5o, 700, 11.oo, 1850 and 45.00.
 Punch Bowls. 14-inch, Richmond pattern, on foot, 47.5o. 1 Punch Bowls. Jefferson pattern, new shape, at 69.oo.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

Perrin's pearl clasp Bedford, Real Kid pique stitched, reds and brown, 200.
 Perrin's English Walking Gloves, made of Russian leather, natural and white, 1.75.
 2-clasp heavy pique stitched Glove, browns, reds, grays and black, 1.5o.
 Silk lined Mocha, brown, gray. black, 1.75.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Some Revised Prices On Braids Flax Cotton and Floss

Sc Coats variegated Crochet Cotton, Pc.
 Dc Coats Silk finish Crochet Cotton, 3Iac.
 5c Coats Silk Crochet Cotton, 4c.
 10c Mouline Brilliant Cotton, 5c. sc Glover Luster Embroidery Cotton, 4c.
 2ac Royal Embroidery Floss, 1Iac.
 Sc Ulster Rope Linen Floss, 2Iac.
 25c Turkey Red Embroidery Cotton, 15c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

DC White Honiton Lace Braid, 22c.
 Dc Battenberg and Honiton Thread, 3Iac.
 25c Battenberg Collar Patterns. 17c.
 35c Battenberg Bolero Patterns, 1ec.
 25c Battenberg Centerpiece Pat terms, 17c.
 10c Battenberg Handkerchief Patterns, 7c.
 15c Battenberg Cap Patterns. 10c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

hotels and boarding houses, 5-8 size, worth $1.00 dozen, at 69c. 15 pieces of good, heavy German Table Linen, 5S inches wide, as- sorted designs, at, yard, 49c.
 10 pieces of fine Bleached 72-inch wide Table Damask, extra fine quantity, worth $1.25, at, yard, 95e.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Ladies Gloves Just In.

The Glove aisle is pretty well hIIed these days-cool crisp evenings make gloves a comfort No matter what sort of gleve you want. it's here and moderately Driced
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
5; S'';; ;; $. s;; ';::' :; LOVEMAN :; ::. JOSEPH & LOEB. The Special Sale of
 Dinner Ware.

Prices not halved. Prices not sensa- tionally low, but remarkable prices never theless. A saving of from, say 10. per cent to 20 per cent, is at this time of the year quite unusual The present sale. in- cludes cheap and medium priced dinner sets from S4.Io to $37. 50 for sets worth S and $45 between these prices are other equally good bargain chances
 54pece Dinner three decorations shapes regular price, $500; Special, 4.i0 57pece Set Mo- 4726 and No. 476O light pink decoration Illuminated with gold the other blue with white gle purple violet regular price these ets 00; Special 500 I0Opece English SemPorcean Dinner Sets three shapes and three decorations pink, blue and all gold regular price SH.50 Special i5.00 lO2pece Carlsbad China Dinner Ses six decorations shapes complete service 12 people, regular price, Sl800 Special
 t7.i0 O1pece French China Dinner Sets, large meat dsh coupe, soups, gold stped regular price, S250O Special, 23.5O O0piece Cha Field Hoviland Dinner Set light green with pink garland vine Dover shape special composon regular price S3o0O; Special 33.50 13pece Limoges China Dinner Set white and gold has large dish four sizes plates including boat and covered dishes; regular price, s45.00; Special, S7.5O
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Money Saving Prices on Table Linens.

Go anywhere you please-to any large city, and you will ind no better depart ment than this. You will find some bigger but none better-Note these
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

BOG Madonna Red Embroidery Cotton, 2oc.
 15c Silk Chenille Balls, 1oc. 25c Silk Tassels, 15c. 10c Fancy Mixed Cotton Cushion Cords, Sc.
 5c Battenberg Rings, Sc. Sc Creme Duchess Lace Braid, Sc.
 6c Creme Duchess Lace Edging, Sc.
 6c White Flemish Lace Braid, 4c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Warm Bed Clothing.
Plenty of 1t here.

Plenty of It here. More than any other store hereabouts assortment IS desirable, and our prices are less because we buy in so large quantities
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
$ ;';; ;; $! s;:; s :;; LOVEMAN, $ ; % E. ;; s;; ;: JOSEPH & LOEB. A Wonderful Stock
 of Silks Here.

We are selling half as many more silks this fall as we did year ago--supplying not only Birmingham, but the prospering people of nearly all Alabama; fact is, when some thing particularly fine is desired, this is the only store where one thinks of coming----not only finest and best here, but there's the satisfaction of saying it came from l., J. & L.'s' (By the way, ever occur to you that while our name adds value to an article, it does so without adding to the prce?) Here are some of the new popular silks---the prices are popular, too:
 oinch Moe Velour, evening and street shades, 15e 20inoh Satin Liberty, evening and street shades, 69c White Tafea Mores, LOO, I.25, l.50, l15 For waists dresses.
 24lnch Crepe de Chenes evening shades only, 69c 44Ineh Striped Lace Nets-S2.00 quality LIE
 SlOO quality 5sc-In Jack or white. 44-neh black and white Lace Nets LOO, I.25, 1.50 45-noh Zebelnes, light shades for 4nh Matasses for and white and oriental colors.
 27inch Tafea Sks-the s100 sort T9c 27inch black Tafeta Siks-he 75c quality 59C veieux, Popn and Rhadamese the SIPS and s50 qualities for l.OO Black Moie Velous 09c. LOO, i25. L5O Black Moe Tafetas LOO, l25, i50 to 300
 Coored Dress Silks.
 Pin Checks and Stripes Lounes Tafeta 75c and LOO TwoToned Chameleon Taetas the heavy ustrous quality for shirt waist dresses 65c and LOO Scotch Plaid Silk waists petcoats or things all styles and qualities O5c, LOO, i.25c, i50, LIS
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prices, too.

100 dozen Table Napkins, 20x2O, heavy German linen, floral designs, worth S2.50 dozen, at 1.75.
 75 dozen full bleached Table Napkins, 3-4 size, made in differ ent designs, worth $500, at, dozen, 2.50.
 Table Napkins for restaurants,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

Eiderdown Comforts, French sateen coveredfi, 72x72, at 500. Cotton Comforts, extra large size, silkoline covered and filled with pure white cotton, for 1.50. Wool Blankets, 10-4, gray or white, red or blue border, at, pair, 2.50.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

soc Hook-on Hose Supporters, 39c.
 75c Hook-on Hose Supporters, 62c.
 $1.0o Hook-on Hose Supporters, 79c.
 s1.25 Hook-on Hose Supporters, esc. 65c Military Hose Supporters, new shaped pad, 400.
 $1.00 Military Hose Supporters, new shaped pad, 79c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

Adler's Mocha Glove, black, gray, brown, worth $1.25, for 9sc. Heavy pique stitched Gloves, browns and oxfords, worth $1.25, for 98c.
 Our leader is a Perrin Sublime Glove. This Glove is specially made for L., J. & L., a regular $1.75 Glove, for 1.50.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

No. 144-Wool Shirts and Drawers, single breasted; regular price, per suit 5000; Special price, per suit. 4.50
 No. 105-All Wool Medium Weight Shirts and Drawers, double-breasted shirts and double waist drawers; regular price, per suit, %.00 Special price, per suit, 5.OU
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

A strictly pure all-wool Blanket, 10-4 or 11-4 in size, extra fine qual- ity, at, pair, 4.50.
 Fancy Blankets for lounging robes, 72xS1 size, at, each, 3.75, 500 and 7.50.
 Crib Blankets, S6x42 inches, for LOO.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Here Are Cut GIa ss Specials.

Our display includes all the pieces. J. Hoare & Co.,.
 Thomas Shotton Cut Glass Go.
 seyenyve different patterns and shapes We guaran nd hto be to
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

TfTI IAtNOt fIINEe'FN T N~ VT ' " VI H7' and beginner at cut prices. Some Folios containing 10 selections, vocal and instrumental, 15c.
 Vocal Albums, 50 selections, 25c. Book of English Ballads Cover 20 seiections), board binding, reg ular price $1.50; our price, 75c.
 Album of A transcriptions for four hands, from Beethoven, Bach, Chopin, Rubenstein, Mozart. Men delssohn, Schubert, etc., 98c.
 Selections from favorite operas for piano-Lohengrin, Carmen, Tannhauser, Aida, etc., 45c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Coal Hods and Vases.

All new stock in Hods and Vases. The hods are the heaviest and best finished line manufactured We have all sizes, both in Japanned and galvanized. JAPANNED- GALVANIZED
 Coal Hods
 
 Coal Hods3
 Hods 5oc raions, with bent top rack on handles, f0c and aion decorations, rack back, regular $350; yasesm smalsi l. special, 31o
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Kayserzinn, the Great German Metal.

A German metal, unaloyed, that never tarnishes, even in this atmosphere. It is made in all the new shapes, including Vases, Fish Dishes, Chop Plates, Steins, Tankards, Gard Receivers, Cereal Dishes, Casseroles, Bon-Bons, Tea Bells and Individual Salts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
StuttgarterSanitary Underwear for Men at One-f0urth Less
 Than Catalog Prices.

Ihs underwear needs introduction you--you know of the finest quality know that tho so-caled cheap underwear cheap-conderng its high quality and wonderful sanitary Knowing all this you undoubtedly will the present special pcesbut don't for several days for there likely be quick sale of There all and the enough for three days of unusual sengbut than that
 NoTE Notwithstanding the frequent opportunities which this department offers for saving doubt will afford the similar chance for twelvemonh-so buy for winter oo3 as we'll as for the cold days just ahead
 No No Irregular
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Some Beautiful Clocks.

Just in, the latest in clocks art Nouveau finish--The finish is identical with the art Nouveau in French bronze. Hard to de- scribe, but these are worth coming to see. a - "
 at <upto sci at
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
The Music Department.

Il as PuDIISIleu. EVtIylIlIIlg HtCtos pedals.
 Also vocal scores from leading operas at a great reduction. All Popular Music 23c Copy Some of our late popular songs are
 I'm Satisfied.
 Mister Dooley.
 In the Good Old Summer Time. Pinky Panky Poo.
 Don't Wear Your Heart On Your Sleeve.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Moderately Priced Cloisnne.

Along with our Japanese China we i'm ported large line of this popular Japan csc metal It includes Teapots, Vases and Urns.
 Vases at 75o LOO, i.5o, 25o $50. 500. $50 and 75o Teapots at LOO, l.50, 2.0O, 2.50 and 300 Urns at f.00 f25, 225, 275 and $50
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

Mo- 11o-All Wool Shirts and Drawers, heavy weight double-breasted shirts and double waist drawers: regular price, per suit, $500; Special price, per suit 500
 All Wool Night Shirts of same quality goods above; regular price, each, S4.0O; Special price,
 each, 2.5O
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

Just Because I Loved You Long Ago.
 Fare Thee We'll, Molly Darling. Could You Be True to Eyes of Blue.
 Blooming Lize.
 Nancy Brown.
 The One True Friend In All This World to Me.
 I'm Getting Quite American. Don't You Know.
 When Lady Leads the Band. A Little Boy In Blue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19
Special Prices for Rogers Silverwa re-

Round Handle Knives, set 6, 1.5o Butter Knives, each, 25c. Sugar Shells, each, 25c. Cream Ladies. each, Csc. Soup Ladies, each, 100.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-10-19

udes all the new pieces.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1902-12-27
DIVISION IN DEPARTMENT
Is Meaning Of Changes in Southern
Pacific Auditors Office.
THE OFFICES ARE TO BE MOVED.
Promotions for Mir. Parker and Mr. Cot
tlneham with Office Headquarters
and Work Separated.

As was stated briefly In The Post Of
yesterday, Il has hceu given out 10y the
officials here that the official circpnr will
be issued In few days announcing the
appointment OF Mr.. W. e. Parker az as
slstsnt auditor Of the yarious SunsetCen-
trail lines Of which Mr.. c. u. segcr IL uu-
ditor, MS well as the appointment NJ Nj.
g. r. Cotinghom as freight auditor Of
these same lines. These appointments WIN
become effective on January T. 1893.
Mr. Parker will handle general matters
and viii net rs m assistant to Mr. Scgcr
In conducting the affairs " the auditors
Office. while Mr.. Cot;lngham viii have
charge Of an accounts and matters relating
exclusively to the freight business az those
lines
M5 Segcr will move his private ofhcc
from its present location IN the Coylc build
ing, and with Mr.. Parker VIII he located
n the Grand Central depot Offices from
which point the general auditing business
of the roads win I've conducted. Mr.. Cot
tiugham will have his office In the Coylc
building and those clerks 10 the auditors
Office In the Grand Central depot who
handle freight accounts win be transferred
to Mr.. Cottlngham's office, wucrc the
freight business Of The auditing depart
ment viii bc handled exclusively
These changes arc in the nature Of pro
motions for tho gentlemen named and
mcau that on account Of tho vast amount
Of work Involved In auditing tho accounts
NJ such \ large system as tho Sunset. & on
tral, which is daily Increasing. ~ has been
found necessary 90 make y division Of the
departments. Both Nr. Parker and Mr..
Cottin~ham viii handle tho business W
their respective departments and conduct
tho correspondence iu their own names.
Mr. Farl,r. who has been made assist
ant auditor, began his railroad career with
tho Southern Pacific company, being FIRST
connected with tho moUvc power depart.
mvnt 81 that system. and has gradually
reached mis- present high position ly bis
efficiency and uwj-inc devotion 90 duty
iu whatever branch Of service he has hccn
called to pursue he has bccu Nir. ScEcr
chief clcrk for two years, and his services
la that position have hcru such rs TO war
rant thc prediction that Ia his new place
he viii give most genuine satisfaction.
Mr. 'ottipsham was also raised up ir
| the service ~ tho Southern Pa"ihc. N,
! began his service with tho company in this
! city. aud after hHyu. hrcn employed tr
/ tho auditors office here for somc wears wa
transferred FROM houston To- Victoria %
| lNaG where hr hrid the position as auditor
/ NJ the New NUrh lrNHa and Mexican uut
tUif, West Texas aud Pacific railroads unit
/ May ~ THIS year. When he resigned hi
/ place as auditor uf these lines 20 Hrccp
! do" position uuJcr MIR Scgcr rs c1lcr rlorl
| Of freight accounts, which led 90 his up
/ pointmrut as freight auditor.
! Tho promotions ~ Mr.. Parker and Mr.
/ Coftiugham are lu line with tho policy %
| th" southern Pacific company TO promot