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Newspaper
Farmington Enterprise
Location
Farmington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1909
Page
5
The notice outlines advertising deadlines and office policies for the Aztec newspaper. It states ads must be received by Wednesday evening to appear in the weekly issue and notes corrections will be printed if misstatements are brought to the editor’s attention. It also covers publication norms for letters, obituaries, and paid notices.
Horace Clapp arrived from Durango to join the Citizens ditch force this week. Engineer Jay Turley reportedly attracted local capital for an irrigation canal on the San Juan river’s south side, with a head gate planned just above the canyon. Mrs J E Nichola and her Denver-bound son returned home, and F Fac wife of county defendant died, with funeral set for Friday. a long illness linked to tuberculosis preceded death.
Local items from Farmington include ongoing Methodist church meetings, a Success Club dance to be announced, and visits by Rev. John R. Gase in the area. Town officials discuss road blockades, rail service changes, and orchard work with pruning and grafting planned for March.
A migrant letter from Farmington notes San Juan County New Mexico offers bright city prospects and rising real estate amid seasonal climate praise. It cites stable water supply, local prices for flour butter and eggs, and plans to visit the coast March and return in April.
Aztec reels from rising crime and police presence as two stubborn locals refuse to leave the town and their possessions. The scene mirrors larger urban policing with sheriffs deputies marshals and watchers patrolling streets. New Eden Ditch area holds hidden assets tied to the men under pressure.
A county bee keepers meeting is scheduled in Farmington New Mexico on Saturday February 6 3909 at 2 p m. The gathering aims to unite action against foul brood and pursue amendments to existing laws to improve effectiveness. Fruit growers and honey producers are urged to attend to support bee pollination and beekeeping interests.
Staplin Mercantile Co invites patrons to Farmington and San Juan County to expect new Queenware, grassware, and a planned dry goods line opening around March 1. Hardware will broaden to include tools while prices stay low, with no credit extended except by explicit arrangement.
T J Arrington chairman of the county commissioners writes to defend the Thurston Bridge project stance and denial that the bridge was purchased from Thurston. He accuses rival press of misrepresentation and asserts his role as a public servant serving all people regardless of party. He urges consulting Evlen Garcia or Townsend for factual letting details.
Helena G. Kenney of Farmington New Mexico files intent to make Final Commutation Proof for Homestead Entry 05166 No 12585 covering 8 E 44 N W and sections in Township 29 N Range 13 W N M P Meridian before Frank Staplin Farmington NM on March 20 1909 witnesses George R Allen RE O Booram William McRae and J C Carson all of Farmington NM Manuel R Quero Register
Protestants B Furman and Robert Burke appeal to the District Court of the First Judicial District San Juan County regarding a public water right from the Las Animas river. The Board of Water Commissioners of the Territory of New Mexico issued a decision November 30 1908 and remains under challenge with notices and participation by Jay Turley H L Hollister and others.
Beving and Eoling announce their wedding with Joan B. Bors as the officiant. The couple will wed in a private ceremony with family present. Further details remain private.
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