20 Jun 1919
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Newspaper
Deming Headlight
Location
Deming, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1919
Page
1
Frank Taylor is reported as mixed in the Juarez fight with conflicting accounts and contested claims. The fray involved soldiers and a disputed start as Deming bans consort and wrest sales were noted.
Frank W. Taylor, president of the Deming Bisbee Oil & Production, recounts his night through Juarez during the siege, drinking two quarts of real beer captured amid fighting with federals and Villistas, evading a chemical-like barrage, and returning to Deming exhausted but boasting the two quarts secured.
A Deming luncheon of local businessmen approved a plan to form a permanent civic development group. They endorsed preserving War Camp Community Service furnished armory equipment for athletic social and welfare uses and outlined a multi club structure including athletic, veterans, business, library, farm bureau and youth programs with a committee to oversee Boy Scouts and social events.
Rulings, the geologist for Deming Bisbee Oil and Production Co, finished field work west of town and returns to Bishee to prepare a report for the director. He believes oil may be found at a maximum depth of 2700 feet, likely shallower with high quality. Drilling planned within three weeks on section 34 township 23 south range 10 west. The firm builds housing for workers and eyes quick dividends based on official reports. W G Williams, Park Hotel manager, resumes duties after vacation and reviews Texas oil fields.
Collier of the United States Public Health Department met with Chamber of Commerce leaders this week to discuss reopening the Camp Cady Base Hospital for departmental use. Details were not disclosed, but officials expect the facility to be back in use soon.
Herman Lindauer Howe returned to Deming this week after serving with the American army in France since his induction last year. He wears two service stars for the St Mihiel drive and the Argonne offensive as a signal corps member. He spent two days with his father and siblings, leaving for Eb Page to rest before returning to Deming. The Headlight plans to publish his war observations near home.
Deming youth groups resume Scout activities with Troop No. 2 led by Norris J. Reasoner at the Christian church. The program welcomes boys 12 and older, stresses interdenominational representation, merit badges across many skills, and plans a camping trip, inviting all eligible boys to join and support the movement.
The Luna County Polo Association met at the Deming club to discuss preliminary fall fair plans. Department heads submitted premium figures totaling about 795.60 dollars with potential increases for added exhibit classes and prizes. The group aims to secure the armory for indoor exhibits and will use Sim Holstein’s facility for livestock housing, while a new premium system drafts to raise funds. Insurance adjustments were made for recent fires affecting local businesses, with J. F. Wilson handling claims and other officials traveling on business.
Reports from the committee show over $1400 collected by noon yesterday with more in sight and a likely total of $2800 by tomorrow night. Beginning tomorrow, women and girls under Myre H. C. Almy will sell tags to each unengaged resident, aiming to exceed the goal. The Ike helpers credit the money raised to their efforts.
Taylor, a 32nd Division veteran, becomes British representative for Tobacco Products Co and sails to New York with his wife and baby for London. He enlisted at Camp Cody, rose from private to lieutenant, served as adjutant with the occupation forces in Germany, and was discharged in San Francisco after marriage to Margaret Rosch. He will oversee British India operations for the firm.
Deming Oil, Gas & Development Co has finished a derrick and will start a well within three weeks. Directors urge buying stock at 25 cents as optimism grows. Deming Klondyke plans to bring Dr. Tucker to field for evaluation, with confidence high among investors. Hopi well reports near Holbrook boost Tri-State Qu & Land Co’s claims nearby. D. T. Shaw travels to Atwell, Colorado, after visiting with five sons. Mrs. Schurtz improving after Kirksville operation. Mrs. B. M. Carney heads to Grinnell, with Captain Carney joining earlier to prepare for her move.
Captain John W. Rayner of the Salvation Army reports a Deming family of mother, widow and nine children, youngest five months, lacking food and basic supplies after the father’s death. They seek food, a mattress, clothing, mosquito netting, and household items. Donors may contact Rayner for pickup to aid needy families in Deming. W. E. Leffler visited Deming en route from Bowie, Ariz. to El Paso.
Osborn reports selling 16 000 cases of tomatoes as crop shows a nine percent stand and steady demand. Industry data indicate robust production with high quality fruit and favorable market conditions across the season.
The Mimbres Valley Growers and Canning Association plans a strong 1919 tomato season with 150 acres pledged, 180 planted, and a $20 per ton factory price. Contracts for 16,000 cases of tomatoes, mainly No 2 cans, have been set with E D B Osborn managing delivery in fall once canning is complete.
Charles Spencer Henkler died at St Luke’s rectory at noon on Wednesday after a brief illness and was buried in Mountain View cemetery yesterday afternoon. He was 72 years old, survived by four sons and two daughters, with Rev Kenneth L Houlder and Mrs I Duncan among the relatives. Born in Notting Hill London, he lived in England before moving to Boston in 1805 and later Idaho and California. Funeral services were held at St Luke’s church yesterday afternoon conducted by Rev Potter Swift. pallbearers listed.
The Indies of the Christian church held a lawn fete at the home of Mt. and 211z Granite Avenue on the first Friday evening. It was very successful, netting about $19 after expenses. A sandstorm disrupted early proceedings, sending guests for cover before the program resumed with music from a two string orchestra readings and recitations and other amusements.
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