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Arizona republican., 1903-10-25
SOUTH SIDE REAL ESTATE.
An Enterprisine Firm Prepared 10
 Handle Thousands of Acres.

The fact that the Salt River valley is the most extensively irrigated area in the United States and that the AIesa lands situated in the heart Of this superb district is now beginning to at tract the attention of the hOmeseekers of the country.
 The storage of food waters in reser- voirs for distribution to irrigatOrs dur ing the dry seasons will soon result in our land being cultivated to the highest degree of efficiency. affOrding employment and occupation to a pop ulation more dense than now exists in any agricultural district in the Unite,i States
 Among the firms that are doing much in bringing this condition before the homeseel<er is the enterprising firm oi Pomeroy Bros. Co, located in Mesa. the Gem of the Valley" This enterprising firm will soon move into their new quarters in the Passey building. on the south side of Main street Heretofore they have, in connection with thei- real estate business. maintained a sta tionery and bicycle store. but owing tO the increase of business they have de- cided to close out this department and devote their time and interests to real estate. loans. insurance ard kindred business exclusively. The members Of the firm are young men of good buSi- ness acumen. and are honest and reii- able. They were present at the birth of Mesa and have watched and aiGe,i the growth and development of the country since its infancy. and are ia miIiar with every tract of land in it's vicinity. and can be depended on by both land owner and purchaser to treat them courteously and fairly in all mat ters that are placed in their hands
 They are acquainted. with all the lands there are for sale in the Mes country and have very large part or it listed and are increasing their lists daily. Those wishing to sell their lands or water or personal property or who desire to purchase. would do well 10 call upon them or write them at cnce. They do d strictly legitinlatg- commission business. They have ar ranged with money ioaners of the val ley and elsewhere to handle loans oii good security in either large or small amounts.
 This firm has been fortunate in sell ing more property than all the other firms on the south side during the past two months. This is due in part to their superior advantages of advertis- ing they being associated with two ot
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25
SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION.

EoarGonable pride is felt in the cduca- tional advantages in Mesa and vicinity, for in no part of the country. in or out of Arizona is the standard of the pub lie schools, nor can facilities be found, superior for the education of the chil- dren.
 The citizens of the community have faith ill the public school and have spared no expense in providing ccIn-' 1 fortable, modern buildings and a suffi- cient number of competent teachers that every child may receive a good common school education. Good libraries gre found in each school.
 Tn the town Of Mesa there are two large. comfortable and modern school buildings, constructed at an expense of f NS22 0OO containing within them appa- ratus and school furniture costing m the neighborhood of $S,50O. The equip ment of these schools is fully up to date. as is the quality of work perform ed within their walls. The enrolment the last year was over $50, with an av- craze attendance of 9+ per cent, a rec ord or attendance unparalleled in the schools in the territory or clseV here. This district not only supports good graded school, but 8 well organized high school as well.
 The schools have always been served :Ny a school board, the members of which have always been progressive and keenly alive to the importance of
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25
Mesa, the Gem City

great expense. over which an electric car line is d probability, and along which is to he built the telephone line. and power line that will lead the har- messed lightning to the distributing. plant to be constructed east of Mesa. to pump from the immense reservoirs beneath our farms. water to supplement the river supply.
 The power plant, should the river supply be sufficient. may localize num- erous manufacturing institutions in our incompatible district. Among the man. ufacturing institutions already in ope- ration may be numbered a houring mill, an ice plant and creamery and cheese factory combined, broom facto- ry, pickle works, machine shop. wagon making and repairing shops and an inn mense electric power plant, and in all probability the near future will witness the construction of sugar factory near the city.
 The improvements of the past year consists of three new business blocks several residences, completion of Phoe- nix & Eastern railroad. and depot, sec tion house and ware house: two new stock yards, creamery and ice plant: the expenditure of S7O0O0 on the electric light and power plant: establishing Of Solar Motar plant for pumping water: the completion and opening of a large hotel conducted on the American and European plan. and the doubling of the capacity of a second hotel and the fit ting up of lodging house and restau- rant. In addition several new business houses have been established.
 Mesa is the business center of the principal irrigated section of Arizona. with a surrounding population of over eight thousand. The Mesa" including the town. has been selected as a model irrigatins district. and a model of plas- ter paris has been made by a govern ment official. Mr. Thompson, to te eX-
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25

hibited in the government display at the St Louis fair in 1904.
 It lies on the main trunk of the great Santa Fe sy stem of transcontinental railway. which Is now completed to Mesa and is continuing eastward. bringing to our doors the rich mining districts of Pinal. Ray, Kelvin, Troy. Mammoth, Aravaipi connecting us with the rich mineral districts of Ccchise county, and on the branch now being surveyed through the Gila valley. with Graham county and New Mexico.
 We are also connected with the great Southern Pacific railroad by three
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25

From the foregoing table it win He seen that the average winter tempera ture of Mesa city or surroundings Is almost the same that of Florida. three degrees higher than that Of Los Angeles, two degrees higher than thaS of San lego, and four degrees higle. than that of Riverside. California The average annual temperature Is seven degrees higher than that of the famous orange district of Riverside. This Is sufficient 10 explain the fact that the citrus and other fruits Of the Salt River valley ripen from thre to six week. earlier than at Riverside or any other point in Southern California
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25
THE CITY PROPER.
Its Settlement, incorporation and Offic'
 ers.-The Past.

The first settlers of Mesa were noth- ing if not practical. Every step they took was taken with an eye single to the demands of an imperative future. Work was their capital, and with it homes must be built fields converted into farms and lots into garden patches. Due delibera tion and intelligent co-op- eration were necessary for the selec- tion of suitable land and for this pur- pose a choice selection was decided up- on for the building of a town. The land chosen was deeded to townsite com pany by it's locator, T. C. Shrine, and
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25
MESA cITY-THE PRESENT.
Mesa City, "The Gem Of Salt Rive:
 Valley"

The rec Clamation of the west from sol itude and barren wilderness 10 happy homes and bounteous fields needs no exageration. and Mesa, the Gem of Salt River Valley" built by years of in- dustry, thrift and toil speaks volumes for the homeseeker.
 With skies as blue, with soil as fer tile. with air as pure as was enjoyed in primeval paradise. what is there that the mind of man could desire, that Me sal has not and cannot now or ir the fu- ture offer?
 It is one of the most splendid exam ples of reclamation: and settlement that can be found in the west. Here bloom the beauties of the rose, The orange blossoms scent the air, The fields of green, in deep repose. are dimpleo with frult treasures rare And far as raptured vision sec5 Arcadia's charms, supreme. prevail The lowing cattle browse the leas, And peace and plenty crown the vale,
 In Mesa. The symphony of love divine Is murmured through the almond
 trees The riches of the classic vine
 Vie with he fragrance of the
 hreeZe-
 For loving benisons above
 Descended to this spot of earth: And one may ever gladsOme rove Among the Glories of it's worth,
 In Mesa Mesa is situated 16 miles up the val ley and to the east of Phoenix, he cap ital of the territory. and it ranks IS the
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25

trains daily over the M. & P railroad.
 These facts, together with the fact recognized by all, that Mesa is sur rounded by one of the finest farming districts in the valley and irrigated un- der one of the best and most ccCnomi- cal water systems in the valley, owned by the land owners, it is not surprising tkat one of the most prominent and far-sighted men of our sister city should declare that Mesa was the coming city of the valley" and that in
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25

November 2nd a rural mail route will be established by the postofice de partment. carrying the-daily paper and rnaIl to the doors of the farming and rurally located community. The route leaves Mesa on Main street, running to the Utah extension, then north 1 mile, thence one-half mile west, thence north to river. east by, Vim. Schartz, on through Lehi. returning to northeast corner of Mesa, thence east one mile south. one-half mile to Wilbur corner, thence east to W.A.Trent corner, south to Allison corner west to southeast cor ner of Mesa, sonth to Mcqueen corner, thence cast to Nelson corner, south to base line, thence west to Utah eXten- sion. north to r. PomerOy corner, east to Dana corner and north to city. MT. z. l.. McArthur will be the carrier.
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25

the next ten years she would grow from q city of 1000, her present population, to a city of 10000 inhabitants.
 Mesa city was incorporated in 1883, and under the direction of the govern ment body has steadily improved her streets and sidewalks, and presents to- day as well kept an appearance as cit
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25

It is nearest to the source of the water supply, and to the great Tonto reservoir, which the government has ordered constructed, for which for years to come it will be the uUtfitting station, and will handle the immense supplies for it's construction, and to which q road is now being builded with
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25

The prominent fraternal societies are well represented, among them being the l. c. c. r., w. of w., K. of P, United Moderns., Rebecca and RathbOne Sis ters. and Good Templars. all holding their meetings in Barnett hall while many of the other orders have so many members as to make the organization of lodges only a question of time.
 Mesa has also a brass band and q home dramatic comrany whose eXcep- tional fine work fills the large, comrdo- dious and well appointed opera house at each appearance.
 The opera house has very fine ncor ana dancing during the winter season is of almost weekly occurrence. The music is furnished by local orchestra, supplemented by professional talent from PhoenIX.
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25

the people cultivate d pure religious spirit. associating their worldly welfare with their religious aspirations. So that their religion, being practical. de- Velops the best virtues of good citizen ship. The present membership of tie various wards embraced in this Stake or district. IS as follows: Mesa. GAS. Lehi. 200. Alma. 2S2; Nephi, 1O4; Pine ward. 100: Papago, white. 27: Papago. Indian, 596 Fapago. southern, 629 Total membership. 2J96
 Meetings are held in Mesa city. as in all Of the wards. every Sunday. Sun day school at 10 a. m. Afternoon ser vices at 9 o'clock and Y. l.. and Y. M. NJ I. meetings at I:30 D. m. each Sun day .n each ward.
 The Baptist denomination have erect ed an cieganJ edifice and the church Is well attended. It is an attractive bricl, structure and cost $2500 It was con- structed while the church was under the spiritual direction of Rev Tomilson. He was Ucceeded by C. J. Banks and Reverend Wm. Pearce, a gentleman Of broad liberal culture and rhetorical power. is present pastor. This body now has a membership of eighty. and embraces. within it's folds a Sunday NCI4'bl. tOdptISl <Alu society ana I.lDTlSI Young Peoples Society. Regular ser vices aIe: Sunday school at 10 a. ni. meeting at T. a. m.. Baptist Young Peo- pie at G:30 ana regular service at ': 30 |; Ladies Aid Society weekly and prayer meeting Wednesday.
 The Methodists of Mesa have also an imposing building, constructed of brick and handsome and connections. and was erected at cost of S1. 600 in 1894. The pastors of tbis church have been Rev. Bartlett Rev. Guthrie, Rev. Ed win C.Decker, Rev.Farr and Rev. HE. Tolle is the present pastor, who. with his admirable wife. now resides at the handsome brick parsonage constructed this year at q cost of SI.5OO. Rev Tolle is q very able and popular speaker and is blessed with clear baritone voice. which is often heard ;n our gath erir gs. The M. E. church at present numbers eighty souls and embraces a Sunday school. Ladies Aid Society. and Epworth League Society and Junior League.
 The church of God, presided over by J. R. Blakeley, holds it's regular ser- vices and Sunday school in a large commodious tent.
Arizona republican., 1903-10-25

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The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1903-04-20
BUSINESS LOCALS.

Many desirable houses to let by VIII.
Z. Fisher. real estate agent. room II
Magoon building.
The Pacific Import Co. open up a new
line OF hosiery and other seasonable
goods this morning See particulars in
advertisement today.
A first class coachman advertises to-
day in our classified ads for situation.
Has had long experience and can give
good references.
Sterling silver ware at wichman's.
Gorham designs. at positively lower
prices than on the Coast. Compare
goods with catalogue and convince
yourself
Attention is called to the advertise
ment of r. c. A Peterson. agent. on
last page to those wishing to buy or
dispose of real estate. etc Office. 10
Kaahumanu street
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1903-04-20

ElIsford Company Open in "xhe
LIONS Heart

The Elleford Company opens up in
full strength this evening at the Or
pheum. selecting Haswin's meIodrama
Of THE Lions Heart" as their initial
bill. The box office sale promises no
room for late corners.
The play is OF strong quality. with a
plot that points moral, besides adorn-
ing tale. Exciting scenes and strong
cIimaxes follow each other. interspers-
ed with clever comedy. Pietro sosso.
the leading man Of the company. is
cited as an excellent actor. Corrigan,
the comedian is well known on the
Coast for original work Myrtle Sell
wyn. a clever soubrette with a remark
ably sweet voice, introduces specialties
Popular prices are announced. and
the Elleford season seems predestined
Of success. Other plays this week,
every bill being produced twice, are
In Mizzoura" and Mans Enemy.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1903-04-20
KILOHANA ART
LEAGUE CONCERT

The musicale OF the KiIohana Art
League TO be given this evening at the
Leagues rooms in the Progress Block
win be replete with numbers of a
high order The program is as follows:
Andante from Minor Symphony.
-...--.-.--............. Beethoven
Mrs. Atwood. Miss Hopper. Mr.. ANNE
20 Mistress Nine. Paul Ambrose
shall We Go Dancer. C. V. Stanford
craigsfde Glee Club.
"A Song OF Dawn" .Allitsen
Miss Edna C. Kelley.
Violin Concerto. op. g.. Mendeissohn
Andante
AlIesretto non troppo
Allegro motto vivace
Mr.. J. H. ANIME.
Trio .-..-..-.- Costa
Mrs. Elston. Miss Kelley. Mr.. Elston
20. Dry Those Tears" Teresa Belrievo
Mr.. Livingston.
"Songe dune Mutt d'ete" -Mendelssohn |
Mrs. Atwood. Miss Hopper, DIR. ANIME.
Observation-Disclosures. VIM. L. Whitney,
Mrs. Grace waterhouse.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1903-04-20
NEW STAMPED
ENVELOPES HERE

HonoluIans are just being supplied
4 with the. new stamped envelope that
has been under preparation In the
Postofiee Department at washington
for several months. and Is now being
distributed to the postoffices through
cut the country. So far. the local
edce has received only few Of them,
and is therefore not ready to meet de-.
Hands. =
the envelope is in four denomina-
tIons-one cent, two cent. four cent.
and five cent. The change made Is
very great, and 1t is believed by OFF,
sials to be an improvement The
stamps on all the envelopes are differ
ent shapes. The one cent envelope has
a green stamp in the form OF a perfect
circle about an inch In diameter. The
bust OF Franklin in white Is the CEN
trail figure. The two cent stamp is
oval in shape. It is a brick red. and
bears the bust Of Washington in white.
This stamp is about one and one-foErth
by one inch in size The stamp on the
four cent envelope Is about one and
one-fourth inches square and Is brown.
It bears the portrait OF General Grant
IN white. The five cent stamp is shap-
ed like an eIlipse. II is blue. and bears
the portrait OF Lincoln in white
The portraits on all the stamps are
busts. and are embossed on the envei-
3pe The stamps are all larger than
these used at present. except the one
and I'VE cent varieties. and have less
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1903-04-20
LOCAL BREvITIES.

| Major Ennis, who was at one time II
charge Of the Artillery post at CAM
Mckinley. is now fuli-hedged cOlone
in the corps.
Mail may be received this evening
from San Francisco by. the Gaelic. and
a mail VIII go forward to the Coast in
the Doric sailing tomorrow.
A young man of the name of Thomas
Lee, who rooms at Nuuanu and Vine
yard. reported to the police last night
that his room had been entered while
he was asleep on Saturday night and So
stolen from his trousers pockets.
The waterways in Kapiolani park
have been cleared Of water growths
A number OF workmen have been at It
for some time with long handled rakes.
and an automatic hay-rake. drawn by
a horse. has been used to good advan-
tage.
The clearing of unnecessary trees and
shacks from the vicinity of the new
lodge for the Kapiolani Park superin-
tendent gives an indication OF what the
entrance wiz be when the lawns are
full grown. The Zoo has been moved
from its old position.
The Japanese baby struck by Rapid
Transit car on north King street Sat
urday afternoon died at the japanese
Hospital at noon yesterday. The little
one had been more severely hurt than
was at first supposed. and so the
presence Of mind was OF no
avaii. Deputy Sheriff ChnIingworth
win hold an inquest today.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1903-04-20

The Old Homestead to Be Played
Twice.


In response to many requests for an
additional performance. and also from
the fact that one presentation alone,
with the heavy cost OF a finished pro-
Suction. hardly justifies the work of the
actors. a second performance OF The
Old Homestead" viii be given on Sat
urday evening. the box Office sale for
which will open tomorrow evening at
Wall. Nichols Company.
The first performance IS given on
Thursday evening. for which but few
seats are available Two dress rehear-
sails Of players. costumes and scenery
take place tonight and tomorrow even
ing.
Everything is in readiness. to the
smallest detail. and a most enjoyable
performance is anticipated. Janet
waldorf. the Tuxedo Quartette. and
the Philharmonic Orchestra assist in
both productions. The precedent
established by the management OF
opening up additional dollar seats has
been much appreciated
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1903-04-20
Bulletin on sssaI.

Jared Smith. director of the United
States Agricultural Experiment Sta
ton. has prepared report on the sisaI
industry, which has been forwarded to
the Agricultural Department at Wash
ington for approval. Immediately up
on its return a bulletin will be issued
from the Experiment Station embody-
ing this report.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1903-04-20
Music Tonight.

The government band viii give a
concert this evening at Emma Square.
commencing at 1880. The program is
as follows:
PART 1.
Overture-'Light Cavalry" .... suppe
ntermezzo-"R Russian" ....... FRANKIE
Grand Observation-Disclosures 49,. Flotow
Vocal selections
fa) Lei Poni Moi .............-.
OBJ Sweet Lei Mamo''
Miss I. Keliiaa
(c) ''Ku'u Wehiwehi" .........
Cd "Kokohi' ........................
Mrs. N. Alapai
PART II.
'suite-'.Rose of shiras" -. Gutenberg
ntermezzo-"Hiawat (by request)
-.-.'.. MOreI
waItz-..The Source -: .waldteufel
Polka-"Red and Black. .Foote
The Star spangled Banner"
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1903-04-20

AT the auction sale Of the Kaalawai
Property of the late Antoine Rosa Sat
urday the purchaser was Mrs. Rosa.
the price 5000.
The daily sentinel., 1903-09-12

1t is Peach. What? Why the
G.. v. Store.
The best Havana filled for 20 cent
cigar La ID Oreo.
You will find the G.. V. Store on
Main st. in the Reed Block.
The Progress is noted for its cakes,
that are Just like homemade ones.
There is always a fresh lot of pies
and others bakers supplies at the
Progress.
If you wish for new street hat
call at The Ladies' Emporium and
you will be sure to be suited.
Knots tied free at the G. V. Store,
not matrimonial, but knots of ribbon.
Ladies you buy the ribbon we tie the
beau }uH
The Ladies' Emorium is better
quippped than ever before for dis
playing the prettiest hats ever shown
in the city.
Visitors when in the city don't fail
to visit the G. V. Store. 1t is the
infant of the city bnt it Is healthy and
growing.
Reed Block. Main st.
Prince, one of the fire horses at the
city hall is suffering from a severe
strain received few days ago. While
he is in no serious condition. still he
is very lame.
Miss Marion Kinds is expected to
arrive in this city tonight over the
narrow guage Miss Lindsey and
Agnew arrived TODAY no No. 3.
The daily sentinel., 1903-09-12

Smoke the La d Oreo cigar.
Best livery in the city at Platt and
Kings.
Special rates to tourists at Platt &
Kings.
Have you seen the New Department
opened by the G.. V. Store. if not go
and see. Confidentially,. it is real
sweet.
The daily sentinel., 1903-09-12
OPTICAL.

The science of optics has its oun-
dation in physical facts that are as
demonstrable as a problem in math-
ematics There is no mysterious or
hoodoo bu siness connected with it.
Come and see our optical department.
We test eyes free and furnish correct
glasses at reasonable prices.
Get our prices on diamonds and
watches. We are headquarters for
all kinds of jewerly. optical goods nov
elites and solid sterling silverware.
Our speciality in fine watch repairing,
jewelry and clock repairing, diamond
setting etc. We invite you to call
and examine our stock.
Sherman w. Moody.
(Svccessor 10 M. L. pobertS)
Jcwelcr and Optician.