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Newspaper
Farmington Enterprise
Location
Farmington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1908
Page
1
The Farmington Enterprise announces its status as a weekly publication from Farmington New Mexico. It notes F B Reilly as the post office entry and lists a yearly subscription price of two dollars.
Announcement states that on December 3 Mr F B Reilly will lease and take over the Farmington Enterprise plant and business from Frank Staplin. Reilly, a practical printer and newspaper man, will devote full attention to the paper, with Staplin handling accounts through January 1 1908.
The Farmington Enterprise editor pledges two policy changes including strengthening beat features and supporting legitimate undertakings in San Juan County. The paper vows independence from outside dictation and continued aid to local initiatives.
During the last week of the year local fraternal and benevolent societies installed officers for the coming year. Shiprock Camp No. 24 W O W Church Commander Danburg Adviser Lieutenant Fay and others listed. Animal Lodge No. 15 A F and A M Worshipful Master Picken and officers. Electa Chapter No. 13 O E S matron Behrend patron Staplin and officers. Lincoln Post No. 13 G A R officers headed by Picken with Pace and Weston among others. The silver tea set prize went to Mrs. Wim Graham.
A special correspondent outlines George Curry’s ascent from territorial official to governor of New Mexico. The piece details his service in the Rough Riders, achievements in Samar and Manila police, clashes with federal agents over a $10,000 fund, and how President Roosevelt pressed him into the New Mexico post despite his initial reluctance.
Regular session of the Farmington town trustees on November 6 1907 approved minutes and bids for a town well. Ruben Ripley’s bid 82.25 per foot first 50 feet then 31.75 to 600 feet was accepted. Walter M Danburg appointed Town Clerk. Licenses and town charges authorized. Marshal authorized to assist Durango Planing Mill in street grading. Bills for October approved and paid.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm as relieving rheumatic pains and improving rest and sleep. Product is sold at Farmington Drug Store.
The Durango wedding of Carie K. Cornelius and George B. Hickle occurred Christmas night at the Cornelius home. Rev Frasier officiated with Professor York as wedding match. Forty guests attended a lavish feast before the couple plans a brief honeymoon and home at 1130 Main Avenue after January 4 1908.
Dr Crisp informs Farmington residents that traveling physicians may seek to treat eye ear nose and throat diseases and fit glasses but warns many lack Territory licenses. He states he is duly qualified to treat and operate on these organs and to fit glasses accurately.
Advertisement salutes the pew Hotel Alamo at corner 17th and Market streets in Denver. It promises strict first class service with every moderne convenience and reasonable rates.
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