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Newspaper
Holbrook News
Location
Holbrook, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1919
Page
1
Holbrook to welcome a new steam laundry run by electricity with a gasoline auxiliary plant. The old Martinez building will house rough dry and flat work, employing eight to ten workers. Operation expected by January 15 with ample water supply and strong community backing.
Ford Motor Company in Detroit reports October production of 87,251 cars, beating the prior high of 83,706 in May 1917. The article notes a return to peacetime output after war material production and cites about 70,000 employees, with 55,000 in the Highland Park main plant.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lee hosted a Christmas gathering with turkey dinner and fixins followed by games, a movie, and a dance. Afterward a late luncheon was served at the Lee residence with guests including Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Osborne and others.
Residents of Holbrook enjoyed a record Christmas with heavy holiday foot traffic and abundant parcel deliveries. Despite prohibition restrictions dampening some festivities, the town saw sunshine, dinners, and social events including a crowded picture show and a large evening dance.
Pearl Oil heats homes for cooking and lighting as demand rises with cold weather. Standard Oil reports higher sales and many households favor kerosene for comfort and economy. Palace Drug Company advertises face lotions and Cold Dreams for refreshed skin.
Manager Aiken of the Apache Oil company reports progress at the well with the hole about 100 feet deep. A twelve inch hole has been spudded and will be carried to the first waterways. Cas ing has been placed through the gravel already encountered. Drilling is in a hard red formation.
The Colorado expert reports that over two thirds of new wells in recent years are productive. The Holbrook Field lies in McKinley County New Mexico near Arizona, near the San Juan field. The piece asks if the state line between Arizona Utah and New Mexico affects oil flow with cautious optimism.
Gov Thomas E Campbell will meet in Denver on January 10 with Colorado New Mexico Wyoming Utah and Idaho governors to plan transferring public lands to the commonwealths and to discuss irrigation. The six governors may travel to Washington to press their views with congressional committees and the Interior Department.
W A Lee local secretary of the U S Board of Civil Service Examiners announces an examination for the postmaster at Indian Wells. The test will be held at Holbrook on January 20 at 9 00 am. Further details and application forms available from Mr Lee or the Civil Service Commissioner in Washington DC.
The Holbrook Arizona Oil Mining District warns that only a short time remains to file notices of intention to hold oil placer claims under the act of Congress. All notices must be filed by December 31.
A feature on The Right to Happiness directed by Allen Holubar stars Dorothy Phillips as a versatile actress. The story follows two sisters in Russia and America amid war and revolt, ending with Sonia sacrificing herself to reveal the truth of their parentage.
A girl bursts forth with a vow for her lost sister while a wealthy manufacturer realizes his hands caused his daughter's sacrifice. The lover of the revolutionist slips away to forget as a matinee at 3 pm and a single 7 30 pm show are scheduled.
A national oil figure disputes worries of over expansion. He notes U S oil output last year at 341 million barrels, 42 million barrels short of consumption, with Mexico supplying the gap. If postwar demand trends persist, oil refiners may double within eight years.
The article argues oil as vessel fuel increases efficiency, noting three 5000 ton cargo vessels using oil can replace four coal ships at lower cost, urging national policy to promote oil field development. It also lists holiday events and local visits around Christmas in Holbrook and nearby towns.
Dad Hastings field superintendent reports the big stem arrived and drilling will resume today. The hole is in excellent condition and with the stem on hand the crew aims for better progress than before the break. Manager Marden plans to return soon from Prescott.
S. G. Mayfield president of Hopi Oil Co. is expected to return Monday from an eastern business trip. Officials say future development plans will be announced next week and are of significant interest to the companys property prospects. Dorothy Phillips features The Right to Happiness with matinee and evening showings.
A silver mounted fountain pen engraved E. H. H. was lost between the courthouse and home. A suitable reward is offered and return to Esther H. Henning.
Dr. Baker, renowned for refractive eye work, will visit Holbrook on Saturday January 3 for his regular eye examinations. He will assess fit and prescribe glasses using methods endorsed by leading authorities.
Drilling at the Adamana well progresses with a hard formation, the last 60 feet turning dark olive green. Tests indicate oil content comparable to results from four to five weeks ago, arousing strong interest about the layer beneath the hard cap. Superintendent Anderson calls conditions favorable, with Manager Sherwood expected back soon.
Chapter 62 requires that before issuing license plates the secretary of state needs a county assessor certificate showing personal property tax has been paid or secured by real estate. Auto owners must apply to the Assessor with car make model year cylinders style serial and motor numbers.
Notice announces that all grazing permit applications for cattle horses swine sheep and goats in Sitgreaves National Forest must be filed in Snowflake Arizona by January 16 1920. Details on grazing fees and application forms available on request from Supervisor T C Hoyt.
Boys and girls enjoy a wide range of play items including games picture books blocks tea sets toy trains dolls and many other toys at The Novelty Shop.
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