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Newspaper
Farmington Republican
Location
Farmington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1929
Page
5
The author argues Christ’s perfection outpaces human followers, noting Christianity’s youth after nineteen centuries. As knowledge expands, veils over Him melt, letting truth flood the world and transform society into a river of life for humanity. The piece also contrasts political power with the cost of other powers, hinting at underlying costs.
A poem contrasts rich and poor, bankers and hustlers as common mortals. It proclaims equality at birth and warns against class talk. The speaker mocks hierarchies and notes everyone shares the same fate in the end.
At Tuesday evening’s meeting the Chautauqua Association selected officers and committee chairs for the July event. President Orvine Rickelia and officers include Vice-president L O Hickerson Secretary F E Uni Treasurer C C Culpepper. Committee heads: C L Green grounds Jas H Oule advertising Carl J Eaton decorations Mrs Daisy Morris.
The report describes a vast stock market squeeze squeezing billions of units from inflator valves and leaving financiers and speculators to scramble for guidance. It notes a figure obscured by confusion who avoided the squeeze and hints at years of industry leaders fearing exposure before finally discussing the upheaval and the laws of science.
A new postoffice rule effective July 1 allows sending first class mail C O D with registration but no return receipt. Insurance is required for COD amounts over 1000. The article also notes tomato prices in Farmington and comments from D D Churchillige about Navajo cattle and crops, mentioning recent rains and damage.
Frank Hartman recalls A N Draper of Farmington boarding a Chicago-bound train on September 1 1883. Chas C Pinckney returns from a trip through Bloomfield Farmington and the Navajo country. Captain Chester notes a local warden was charmed by a girl’s plaited hair. A Bloomfield merchant profile is cited in October 1883.
The Cortez Sentinel notes J. J. Harris sent the first telegraph from that race a week ago. It recalls Senator Harris, 54 years ago in spring 1875, sending telegraph messages from Del Norte Colorado where he handled the key until Joe Tardy relieved him.
The J C Penney Company plans a September 1 opening in Farmington for a new store on Main Street owned by James Murray Palmer. The 10 year lease covers a 25 by 125 foot frontage with modern fixtures, to be managed by C V Jackson from Houdriver Ocegon store.
The article reports that despite efforts to curb crude output, US oil production soars to a record rate while consumption matches demand. Gasoline use exceeds one million barrels daily as imports balance exports and fuel oil use nears one million more, with 29 million cars on the road.
In the Silv igs notice Mr and Mrs Ray Cooper have gone to Denver on a visit. It recalls that the latter was Miss Ermine Fernson living with them on the east side of the Animas about seven miles above Farmington fifty one years ago.
Flora Vista report by Juanita Townsend notes the Monday marriage of Fred Longstreet and Dela Wall in Derango, plus locals D. C. McRee and wife returning from California. The Lady's club held a supper under trees, with Mrs Clint, Paul Harmon, and Bill. Calorites head to Idaho for work. John Day and family visited daughter Mrs Tony Allen in Farmington. A fixed Farmington Gallop track rate affects county producers seeking markets.
Gallup prepares for the 1929 Inter Tribal Indian Ceremonial on August 28 to 30 with 22 tribes expected. The event, titled the Indian Capital, draws tribes from reservations and pueblos to display arts and ceremonies. Officials promise renewed pageantry and emphasize health and travel preparations amid road work and water concerns.
A historical editorial rails against organized crime as America’s top menace. It cites graft embezzlement and government corruption, urging public reform, church and civic action, and coordinated enforcement to purge the Augean stables of crime and restore respect for authority.
In San Juan Basin oil notes, Mation of the year Paks Oil company with L E Teague and Sam Wilson set up a standard drilling rig at Kutz Canon. The rig stands 109 feet high with a 24 foot base and can drill 5000 feet or deeper aiming for Mesa Verde sands at 3300 to 3400 feet. A heavy gas flow emerged at 1800 feet. The well was previously drilled to 3057 feet before work paused due to lost tools.
Ford Motor Companys plant in Longone uses nearly 150000 pounds of special reels daily to rework worn tools and dies. The process heats and reclaims chromium nickel vanadium cobalt and tungsten alloys from scrap, saving thousands of dollars daily. The department operates multiple electric furnaces and has produced ingots up to eight tons with a recent 7 1 2 ton crankshaft ingot delivered in eight hours.
A two million year old giant sea cow fossil was unearthed from a beach cliff in Santa Barbara California. The report notes paleontological interest and cautions about preservation of the site.
The Farmington Lumber and Hardware company coats its long store walls with bright gray paint, enhancing appearance and attracting customers.
An occasional Harvey bus carries visitors from the sun baked regions and is expected to haul more as demand grows. The note suggests these tours will continue to expand transport of travelers nationwide.
The Hunter Mercantile company announces its annual summer sale starting next Saturday featuring a wide array of attractive summer wares and new 1929 fabric designs, with a broad selection appealing especially to ladies.
Daily reports of petty stealing prompt discussion on juvenile offense and oversight. Proposal calls for a cordon of community watchfulness to deter suspects and increase detection through collective vigilance.
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