31 May 1907
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Newspaper
Farmington Enterprise
Location
Farmington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1907
Page
1
In a German town courtyard the narrator observes pigeons unafraid of danger and contemplates the prophecy of turning swords into plowshares. He recalls recent war bloodshed and imagines a future where war ends and all nations live as brothers. The Quiver.
A reader questions common origin stories for terms and customs. The answer set explains why waffles like sandwich, foolscap paper, elephants fear mice, noon weddings, honey month, tips, Uncle Sam, and the near horse arose, attributing each to historical anecdotes and folk etymology.
The text describes how star twinkling reflects atmospheric conditions as light refracts through heated and moving air. Increased twinkling indicates more disturbed aerial currents, suggesting upcoming bad weather.
Delegate W H Andrewa arrives in Washington to handle NM affairs. Angora goat breeders in Grant County report favorable bids as season nears end. Albuquerque Browns defeat Roswell and Pecos Valley in scrimmages. Hillsboro residents petition Governor Raynolds to commute the death sentence of Valentina Madrid and Alina Lyons, citing youth and mental state. governor silent, public mood mixed on clemency.
The document marks the one hundredth thirtieth anniversary of the flag’s birth on June 14, 1777. It urges state proclamations and broad patriotic observances in schools, churches, and homes, praising the flag’s origins and the Union’s ideals as national dignity and civil liberty. The note is signed by Warren Lex Goss, National Patriotic Instructor, Grand Army of the Republic.
Report of a cat involved in a dangerous stunt. A man describes tying a brick to a cat and placing it in water, claiming the animal survived by sinking to the brick. The cat allegedly drank the tub water and remained perched on the brick this morning.
Information Bureau quotes Victor Smith urging daily learning as the key to knowledge. He warns against mental overloading and notes vocabulary sizes from 300 to 5 000 among different groups. Dictionaries range up to 500 000 words, but many avoid consulting them.
It is reported that W. G. Evans will leave Leaver and reside in New York City. The Colorado and Southern railroad company plans to spend 1,500,600 dollars on improving its road during the year.
A note advertises miscellaneous office supplies including letter files filing envelopes card racks waste paper baskets scales cuspiders ink stands stapling machines rules clips clip boards fasteners paper weights office paste mucilage and liquid glue.
Brockton vacationing fisherman Wilson reels in a 19.5 pound dogfish after the creature sinks his canoe and tears trousers. He tows it under until it drowns, sparking cheers from friends as Enos recounts the dramatic rescue from the water.
A traveler from Atlanta reports two Cow obstructions on a Central Georgia train near Campbell County causing repeated stops. The man recalls the conductor saying the issue was the same in both delays, debunking rumors of passengers delaying trains to pick flowers.
Henry and Clare Young were released on bonds of 5000 dollars each after the coroner's jury ruled the death of Chas. H. Wilkinson in Paradox Valley a homicide. The verdict labeled the killing as culpable.
The interior department and forest service announced release of nearly a billion acres of land from temporary withdrawal in Washington Oregon California and Wyoming to adjust national forest boundaries. Open for settlement late July and entry in August, parcels include lands near San Jacinto Mt Rainier Cascade and Heppner forests.
Mrs. Sue Martin of Paixonia Mississippi suffered stomach trouble for over six months. She credits Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets with curing her, saying she can eat anything now and is proud to have found such a good medicine. Sold by McEwen Bros. druggists.
Land Office Santa Fe New Mexico May 7 1907 notice that Thomas P Arrington of Farmington NM filed five year proof for Homestead Entry 6670 for section 8 township 29 north range 3 west. Proof will be made June 28 1907 before Frank Staplin U S Court Commissioner Farmington NM. Witnesses A F Stump R B E Cooper R O Hannd John W Brown all of Farmington NM. Manuel R Otero 105 6t
Thomas J Arrington of Farmington New Mexico has filed notice of intent to make final five year proof for Homestead Entry No 6669 dated November 22 1801 covering parts of Section 8 Township 29 North Range 13 West. Proof will be made before Frank Staplin U S Court Clerk at Farmington June 28 1907. Witnesses named to prove residence and cultivation are A I Stump R E Cooper R O Hanna and John W Brown all of Farmington New Mexico.
Arnold's Sanford's and Carter's offer bottles of ink in sizes from five cents to one dollar with colors black blue-black red violet and green. Collins' Eradicator promises instant removal of ink marks. Staplin the Stationer presents these items.
Comprehensive list of territorial and district officials including Governor George Curry Secretary J W Reynolds Auditor W G Sargent Treasurer J H Vaughn Superintendent of Penitentiary Arthur Talford Librarian Mrs Chapman and many others across land office, courts, and local towns like Farmington with trustees and county officers listed.
A cure may be effected by applying Chamberlains Salve as soon as the child is done nursing. Wipe it off with a soft cloth before allowing the child to nurse. Many trained nurses use this salve with the best results. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by Mc Fiwen Bris druggists.
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