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Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
THE GEM CITY MARKET
 4 SANITARY PLACE

Santa Claus apparently on the hunt for something good to eat at all times. climbed out of his car and went imme- diately into the Gem City Market Im- mediately he looked here and there throughout the store and it could be seen that he was making a trip of in spection. It was evident that he was pleased for he looked up presently and approaching MT. Gurley who was con- ing from behind the counter exclaimed
 T surely want to congratulate you on the cleanly condition of your market was here last year and the year before and you told me then that you were always going to conduct a sanitary market. Come behind the counter Insisted MT. Gurley, go in the ice box go into the back room and you will find that we are proud of our reputa- tion for cleanliness" Santa snooped around for quite a while and then he emerged from the ice box with shiv- ver remarking that it reminded him of his home in the far north. To show that he was pleased he gave a number of orders for choice cuts of steak, num- erOus roaSts ana a large supply of canned goods. He again congratulated Mir. Glrley and also asked to be re- membered to MT North. the buyer for the market who he said was certainly an excellent judge of cattle, hogs and sheep and hoped that they would con tinue 10 set the pace for neat meat market in the Salt River valley. MT: 1l f1lI that he had but one aim and that was to please his customers whereat Santa was much pleased and as he hurried out the door he slapped the proprietor On the shoulder and wished him mer- " Christmas and very prosperous New Year.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
BURROWS JEWELRY STORE
 CLOSING OUT SALE

Well I'll declare" cried out Santa, as he brought his car to a sudden stop in front of the Burrows Jewelry Store. Here is the place where W'll be ao'e to purchase large number of presents at bargain p:Ices.". All. Burrows met santa al the door and ,t ok him througn the stare sn"~rs hi1 me elegant god watches and chains, numerous rings, and then hurried over to the opposite side of the house, where trinkets of every description were on display. My" exclaimed the merry old fellow, q have never seen such a display of choice presents. It seems that this store was made for me-" Look at these prices," remarked MT Burrows. The old fellow cast his eye at the price marks anud exclaimed: T guess. I'll nealy fill my sack in here" He bought several gold rings, some gold watches, express wagons, side combs, perfumery. toilet articles, and a hundred other items that are going to be distributed Christmas eve when he passes this way Well, goodbye MT. Burrows" shouted Santa over his shoulder as he rushed for the door and rapidly climbed into his car throwing the sack, well filled with presents, into the tonneau.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
SANTA NICK RUNS
 OUT 9f GASOLINE

As the rapidly moving car came down the street, old Santa became convinced that his speed was slackening he in- stantly realized tlat he was out of gas- oline. However, he did not consider it delimma and the predicament gave him little work. He used the remaining few drops in his tank to get him to the Ford Garage where he was supplied with he very best grade of gas to be had. Come in" invited pr. Trimble, who sells the Ford car Old Santa went in and looked over the stock of Fords exclaiming That is certainly uni versal car Do you know?" he contin- ued, "that I meet more Ford cars in my wanderings throughout the country than any other make. There are so many of them used that the repairs when needed, which is seldom, are readily obtainable." So much inn pressed with the merits of the car, Santa left an order for two touring cars and a roadster in the next shipment.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
GROWERS PLACE FOR
 CANDIES AND CIGARS

A commotion was heard out in front of Growers place last night and as the proprietor rushed out he ran squarely against Santa Clause who had had some difficulty in getting un- tangled from his numerous packs After shaking hands with the pro- prietor he hurried inside looking here and there. selecting sarge assOrt- ment of box candies. As he looked at the cigar case he could not sup press a laugh. You know" he ex- plained, that people think that I am an awful poor judge of cigars and 1t is said that most men would rather do their own selecting. However, do not see poor brand in your case and l want to give you an order" MT. Grower has long made a special ty on cigars and candies and he was naturally pleased at the compliment Santa aside from taking a liberal amount of goods also left a number of names who would receive Christ mas boxes of the well known brands next Friday. The--jolly old man was assured that his orders would be filled and he hurried on satisfied that he had found place where de- pendable cigars may be obtained.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
MESA IS A LIVE WIRE TOWN
4 MODEL GROCERY
 IS LEsUEuR's

Hello everybody!' cried Santa leading into the elegantly appointed retail department of the Lesueur Gro cery company The clerks all looked up for it was evident that the most talked of man in America was in their midst. The very first place the jolly old man stopped was at the candy counter There he found such splen- did assortment that he had to stop while busy filling his pack to eat a few of the delicious chocolates. From the well stocked counters his eyes went to the walls, filled with the large as sortment of $. & w. canned goods, which have become to be known as the leader wherever canned goods are known. The senior member of the firm, J. T. Lesueur, had to hurry to keep up with the busy old man, who was bent upon seeing through the store and noting the many conveniences pro- vided for the comfort of the patrons. The rest room caught his eye, as did the drinking fountain and the lavatory He shook hands with Charles Lesueur, in charge of the bookkeeping depart ment, complimented him upon the splendid system of keeping his &C., counts, and then hurried to the base ment. wherein MT. Lesueur, Sr., in- formed him lay one of the secrets. of the reasonable prices prevailing. The basement, MT. Lesueur explained, per- mitted the firm to buy in carload lots, thereby enabling them to purchase more freely and to keep their goods in definitely free from heat and cold and dampness. T could spend the entire night here" exclaimed Santa with a start, as he stood admiring the solid glass receptacles exhibiting the line of cereals. Then he rapidly made up for all lost time as he proceeded to hurriedly take advantage of the array of edibles. q would like to make one suggestion" he exclaimed, if you will permit" The proprietor assured him that he was always ready to hear sug- gestions for the betterment of his es- tablishment Then 1 would suggest that you call this Lesueur's Model Gocery Store" The proprietors and all joined in bidding the jolly visitor a good night as he rushed out the door with his heavy load.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
.EvERYBODYS DRUG co.
 AT YOUR SERVICE

The lights had just been turned out at Everybody's Drug Company store after an exceptionally busy day when Santa driving his car at top speed suddenly came to a stop in front of the place. As he rushed toward the door it swiftly opened to admit him. Hello he cried, mer- rily to Messrs Denson & Dingle, who rapidly came forward to grasp his hand Then the old fellow after in
 quiring the prices on a score of ar ticles began packing his sack MT. Denson showed him the Indian bask
 cts and other articles which make the most ideal gifts for people at distance. Santa was quick to grasp the idea and remembering a number of friends in the east he laid in liberal supply. Then he quickly purchased hammered brass articles, toilet sets, toys galore, all the time mentioning the names of numerous people throughout the Mesa section that he had to visit on t1IlStIHdS eNtHIilS 1Ou nave stock here,' he informed the mana ger, that is very seldom found in a town twice the size of Mesa. It
 strikes me that the people of this community are very fortunate in hay ing such well equipped store in i their community where they may go to select their goods' Then Santa visited the prescription department
 where he was shown the little de- vices for carefully measuring and weighing the medicines. He seemed
 much pleased that so much care was exercised at the store for the health of the community and he congratu-
 lated those present upon the plan Before leaving he visited the foun- | tain and pronounced the drink firt
 class. Wait" he said as he hurried to the door, let me have a few
 boxes of those cigars to send a few
 of my friends" The managers and
 clerks laughed as they helped the
 old fellow in the car with his load and bade him good night.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
JOKES WITH UNDERTAKER
 IN TIME 0F NEED

As Santa was hurrying into a stole with his heavy pack he ran squarely against Undertaken A. N. Smith. whose parlors are located on South 'Macdon- aid street. Hello, santa, exclaimed MT. Smith and in a joking way he said, If you ever need anything in my line come down ana see me" Santa laughed aloud at the remark as he re- piled with a merry twinkle in his eye. If every one would stay in as good humor as I do all the time the doc tors would starve to death. And as for undertakers-there would not be any. I have lived for thousands of years and I am no older than I was when the children in the world first knew me. am going to live on and on still the same jovial fellow. coming every Christmas to visit the homes of my millions of little friends all over the world.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
.DREW LUMBER co. ALSO
 HANDLE WOOD AND COAL

My exclaimed Santa as he rush. ed into the office of the F. P. Drew and Sons Lumber company, this is a rather chilly night and makes me think of my home in the far north However, I am glad to see this cheerful fire" After greeting Messrs. c. L. and E. N. Drew he rubbed his hands above the stove. You see ex- plained the proprietors, we burn the same grade of coal that we have for sale" Being convinced of the quali- ty of the coal Santa soon got the prices which he pronounced very reasonable and gave several orders for Christmas delivery. He was also informed that the firm also handled as a side line a nice lot of wood, including iron wood, mesquite and cotton wood all in stove lengths and at price as cheap as could be ask ed for. In addition Santa was in formed that the uptown yard and the wholesale yard was equipped with full and complete line of lumber, paints and building material of all kinds. He left after getting warm and thanking the proprietors for their hospitality and wishing them a pros- porous new year and a very merry Christmas
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
REPAIRS
 SANTA CLAUS CARS

The ruddy-faced old man, who had become excited in the purchase of so many presents for Mesa children, hur ried from the store and jumped into his car. As he started out he noticed in an instant that something was wrong. I'm not worried, though" unused Santa, I'll go to my old friend, Wm. N. Beyerle. He has been repair ing cars for twenty three years and I have no fears" The peculiar working of the engine puzzled him somewhat, but he only laughed at his predicament. He drove immediately to Beyerle's shop one-half block west of Macdonald street on First street. As he rode up the door flew open and he rode in. On account of the fast driving and the heavy loads, the adjustment was badly out of order, but Beyerle soon had it in tip-top shape and theb usy old man was soon on his way with his car run ming as smoothly as when it left the shop.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
.0. s. STAPLEY & co.
 ARE GROWING RAPIDLY

There is a store after my own heart,'' exclaimed Santa as he began entangling himself from his bundles and jumped nimbly to the sidewalk and rushed into the store. MT. Stap- ley. senior, grasped the old fellow by the hand and the two began hurrying over the entire store and the low prices were noted. Tt does my old heart good' he remarked to the pro- prietor to visit a substantial place of this kind. You have the confi- dence of the people and they are as- sisting you to grow from year to year" As Santa finished talking he seemed to notice that time was pass
 ing and he rapidly began selecting elegant gifts from the immense stock He seemed to remember every boy and girl in the country and finally he could get no more in his sack I'll tell you,' suggested MT. Stap- ley if You have no room for more in your car you can tie some of
 these little wagons on behind" San
 ta laughed at the suggestion and then the two seemed to realize that such a plan would not work on account of the muddy conditions of the streets so the old fellow left list of names who are little boys who
 are to be made glad on Christmas day. Then Santa discovertd the har-
 ness department and forthwith order ed a set for his reindeer, saying l. that he wanted strong, hand made goods to use in the far north where i autos will not run Before leaving
 the store MT. Stapley introduced
 Santa to his son Glen, who is partner in the concern. Then he
 shook hands all around and left the place with a heavy load and a sin
 cere wish that success and prosperity would continue with the establish
 ment
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
SALT RIVER VALLEY BANK
 PAYS FIVE PER CENT

Hello, MT. Stilwell'' merrily cried Santa as he hurriedly walked in the front door and cordially shook hands with the cashier of the institution and then passed on and greeted MT. Beach the Vice President of the bank and then on to MT. Holcomb and MT. Norton the efficient and courteous bookkeepers After congratulations on the splendid rain had been made and it had been remarked how much good it would do the valley Santa next asked the good word. The good word' spoke up MT. Stilwell is to open an account with the Salt River Valley Bank. This institution pays five per cent on time deposits. An account no matter how small is always welcomed and we give the same careful attention to the small depositor as to the large giving to eration and extending every accomo- dation that is consistent with conser- vative and safe. banking We point with pride to the directors of the in stitution. They are men who have made success of their own business and are always ready and willing to do everything they can to further the interests of the Salt River Valley. The directors among whom are Ro- bert Scott V. E.. Allison, James w.. Lesueur, J. L. Hadlock, w. w. Dob son, F. D. Rowell and Wm. Amos all of them conservative ranchers and business men of the community. Il am mighty glad to see that you are growing from year to year" spoke Santa. You see you have made ra- pid strides since you were first or ganized six years ago next week..
 And in bidding you goodbye l want to wish you continued success and prosperity and the merriest Christ mas that you have ever enjoyed.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
STEELE's GROCERY STORE
 FINEST XMAS CANDIES

Hello, MT. Steele" cried the jolly old fellow. Let me select a lot of things from your store to give to my many patrons Alright replied
 the genial proprietor, maybe l can help you. With that the two walked hurriedly to the candy case which had just been filled with an elegant line of the choicest of confections es- pecially for the Christmas trade. which were only unpacked yesterday. After Santa had purchased splen- did lot of candies, saying as he plac- ed them in his sack, q always want to give the children fresh candies
 Then his eyes spied the large display of naval organges so big and round which he was informed were grown by w. K. Bowen and that only Bo- wen oranges were handled at the place and that not an orange in the store was from any other place
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
SANTA MEETS HIS DOUBLE
 WAS GREETED CORDIALLY

When Santa hurriedly alighted from his car in front of the A & B grocery store and rushed into the place he realized that he was among friends. He greeted Mir Alexander very cordially and then as he turned to Mir. Bracket he gave a merry laugh. Well, MT. Bracket he cried. we must be some kin glancing at the stout figure of the proprietor. Thereupon he banteringly made a proposal that if he ever became to old to ride in his car and distribute presents all over the land that MT. Bracket was to take his place and keep up the good work of making children happy throughout the length and breadth of the land. Then the happy old fellow followed by the proprieteors hurried through the store selecting presents consisting of candy and fruits and nuts that are sure to gladden. the homes of hund- reds of people throughout the Mesa section. The big sack which was jammed with many good things to eat soon became heavy and when the old fellow started to the door he could hardly manage it. However. after taking time to catch his breath he again lifted the load on his back and rushed out the door. Presently he returned and selected a few nuts and candies and had them put up separately so that he might eat them as he drove on in to the night
 How do you make such prices?" he querried of MT. Alexander Car load lot shipments and careful buy ing" replied the proprietor. Santa seemed much pleased at the advant- ages given the customers of the store with a conscience and bid the clerks and proprietors an merry good bye and good night
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
LESUEUR SP|LLSBURY co.
 WILL PLEASE LITTLE FOLKS

"Heigh, Ho!'' cried jolly old Santa as he alighted in front of the Les ueur- Spilsbury's double store. T see right now that I will be able to fill two packs in this splendid store. I can see by the windows that enter prise is paramount here.' He had no sooner made the remark than the James w. Lesueur threw open the store doors and invited their guest inside with a hearty welcome. Santa hustled throagh the door shaking hands heartily with the gentlemen and instantly began opening up his immense pack for he was prepared to make many purchases that he knew would gladden. the hearts of hundreds of little folks and larger ones as well throughout the Mesa section. There is just what I have been hunting for" remarked the old fellow as he rushed to the counters and com- menced to jam score of useful sensible gifts and so many, many things to gladden. the hearts of the Itlit lolhSs uoNi III uio pack, Come through the store,' in- vited the proprietor, MrLesueur and with that he hurried here and there through the clothing departments where he purchased literally of the clothing saleman and then to the shoe department where he continued to fill his sack. Just once he stop ped and looked at his host. 'I cant understand,' he remarked, why such low prices prevail" MT. Lesueur re- piled We are in the midst of the most successful sale in our history. Every nook in this great store is feeling the effects of the price-cut- ting. Drss goods, millinery, clothing, in fact. everything is going at re- duction.' Wait minute" exclaimi
 ed Santa as he started to lift the heavy pack on his shoulder which had been filled until the top bulged this is too good chance to let pass, I am going out to the car and get another pack" He soon re- turned and hurried here and there through the immense stock selecting splendid and useful presents. q am sure glad I came in," he remarked to the proprietor and the manager. as he left them at the door and wished them continued success with their full presents for everyone. He turned on the walk and bid them good bye, then hurried on in the night.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
SANTA NICK VISITS
 STUDEBAKER AGENT

Before Santa left Mesa he called upon Isaac M. Dana, the local agent of the Studebaker automobile T ride in a Stakeholder" laughed santa as he point ed with pride towards his car and it is a good old boat. Boat is right" com- mented MT. Dana as the two looked out upon the lake of water upon the highway. T have only been the local agent for a short time, remarked Mr. Dana but business is good. I have a dependable car and one that I am all ways pleased to sell to my friends. The merits are many and the rough usage you have been giving your machine show the test that it is able to with stand' Santa then shook hands with MT. Dana and wished him lots of suc- cess as a salesman and assuring him that he need have no hesitancy in re- commenting the car.
Arizona republican., 1914-12-20
SOUTH SIDE GAS co.
 HAS XMAS SUGGESTIONS

"Myi" exclaimed Santa as he stopped his car in front of the office of the South Side Gas and Electric company, here is the place that I am going to be able to find worth while gifts that will be remembered long after Christ mas. The door opened as Santa ap- preached and he shook hands with H. L. Chandler the manager and then to Mr Carr and the clerks employed by the institution, "let me look over this splendid line of stoves and ranges" he asked of MT. Carr. Then he went from range to range, purchasing electrical supplies and bUsily noted down num- Der of addresses in his little memoran- dunn book. After he had finished he handed the list to MT. Carr with in- structions to have the ranges and many household electrical appliances sent to different homes throughout the section connected by the companys gas and electrical lines You see began MT. Carr, "gas is used by over ninety per cent of the people of Mesa. It has been demonstrated that it is cheaper than fuel, always ready to burn and above all else it makes more contented homes ana satisfied housewives. More over, it is not only cheaper, but it is clean, saving the housewife much drudgery and worry. She is saved from the arduous tasks of building the fire and carrying out the ashes. The hus-
 band is also relieved of spending much valuable time hunting load of wood T believe" unused Santa that I vii give you a number of orders to install | gas in the homes of several of my l friends in the town as Christina: | present" MT. Carr thanked the jolly old man for the order and when tht l two bid each other good bye, they were | rare good friends. Santa started to hi.
 car but he turned and came back int
 the office with happy thought. Say
 I wish you would also take few ord
 CTS to install electricity. These lont
 winter evenings is the best time to reat and tEere is no more economical ant
 peter lamp than the Mazda" Santi
 again waved a good bye and was gon
 into the darkness.