Oil prospects sharpen as Holbrook field readies expansion
Holbrook field activity accelerates with large operations expected soon by existing and new interests. Wakefield testifies to oil-like substance at 2300 feet in Hopi casing and Adamana drillings show oil content. Hopi, Apache, Black Canyon rigs active while Zuni to resume. Hopi plan announcements anticipated next week with Adamana also due.
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Holbrook Field
J. B. Wakefield
Taylor
Wind River Company
Wakefield
Adamana
Holbrook
Toxis
Holbrook Oil Company
Black Canyon
Zuni
Hopi Company
Bryan to tour the United States in 1920 bid
The article notes William Jennings Bryan plans a three month speaking tour starting January 12 to influence the 1920 Democratic platform and discusses his ongoing status as a perennial presidential hopeful. It reflects on his long political presence and proximity to the nomination during his time as secretary of state.
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William Jennings Bryan
United States
William Jennin
Darkey
Bryan
William Jennings
Mr. Bryan
Jerome Visitor Observes Holbrook Oil Field Prospects
A.C. Parry of Jerome arrived in Holbrook Tuesday night to inspect the oil field. He toured the operating rigs and reports favorable outside comment on Holbrook prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.C. Parry
Jerome
Holbrook
Mr. Parry
Cattle Alleged Stolen And Arrests Made
Sheriff C W Harp and State Stock Inspector Dan Divelbess return to Holbrook with two prisoners Rufus Gibbs and Sylvester Taylor held on 500 bail after cattle theft complaints from Hay Hollow. Hearing set for Tuesday January 6 at 2 o clock.
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C. W. Harp
Dan Divelbess
Holbrook
Hay Hollow
Rufus Gibbs
Sylvester Taylor
Harp
Diverbess
Effie Holland dies in Cooley seeking health
Mrs. Effie Holland of Clebourne Texas died at Cooley Arizona on the 26th of tuberculosis. Her remains were brought to Holbrook for shipment to her former home. W B Cross of Holbrook and Dean of Winslow arranged to prepare the body for final disposition. She had been in poor health for some time and a climate change had been sought but she died shortly after arriving at Cooley.
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Effie Holland
Clebourne
Texas
Cooley
Ariz
Holbrook
Messrs
W. B. Cross
Winslow
Carnival Dance at Pastim Welcomes New Year Past
New Years Eve at the Pastim featured an all night dance that ended about five o'clock New Years Day. A large joyful crowd enjoyed confetti and serpentines as Waters orchestra provided music. Many attendees recall extended dancing hours with sleepy but pleased memories.
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Venice
Waters Orchestra
Mrs Eldred Honored By Mrs Geo W Hennessey
Mrs Geo W Hennessey hosted a delightful afternoon for her house guest Mrs Mable Eldred. Cards provided entertainment and auction bridge was played. A lovely collation was served with a prize of иг3 awarded. Guests included Mesdames Wallace Raynolds Bazell Henning Goodman Sapp L Cadwell Jordan Jas Scorse Margaret Smith Turbeville Ayers Stoneking Wetzler Ruth D J Thomas and Miss Bertha Wallace.
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Geo. W. Hennessey
Mable Eldred
Peery
Mesdames Wallace
Raynolds
Bazell
Henning
Goodman
Sapp
L. Cadwell
Jordan
Jas. Scorse
Margaret Smith
Turbeville
Aye
Palace Drug Co Toilet Articles Line Highlight
Palace Drug Co announces an extraordinary line of toilet articles featuring quality brands and practical essentials for daily use.
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The
Palace Drug Co
New Overland Garage Ready for Use in Town
The Overland cars are now housed in a new garage built for W. W. Franklin the local agent. Located about half a block south of the Commercial Hotel the facility offers a convenient site for storing the cars. Franklin received a carload of Overland Model Fours including four touring cars and one sedan and notes rising sales. The new cars are praised for their appearance and service.
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Overland
W. W. Franklin
Franklin
A Real Good Time Christmas Party at Wm Lee Home
An old fashioned Christmas celebration at the Wm Lee home Friday night featured dancing games and a bountiful supper. Music was by Mrs Rowena Woods and Mr John Blevins, with mistletoe evident and guests including Mr and Mrs Chas Osborne Mr and Mrs Ed Hennessey Mr and Mrs Leo Shreeve Mr and Mrs Lynn Despain Mr and Mrs Raymond Adams Mr and Mrs King Mrs Mary Taylor and others. The gathering was described as highly enjoyable and a warm display of Yuletide good will.
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Wm. Lee
Rowena Woods
John Blevins
Yuletide
Chas Osborne
Ed Hennessey
Leo Shreeve
Lynn Despain
Raymond Adams
King
Mary Taylor
Margaret McCarthy
Gerald
Geo. Hubbard
H. C. Fall
Graham
Ernestine Steele
Lucy Baca
Rose Scorse
McInturff
Dick Grigsby
Fred Baca
J. B. Blevins
Mart Blevins
Bryan McInturff
Auction Bridge Party At Mrs Raynolds Home
Mrs L M Raynolds hosts an afternoon of auction bridge to compliment Mrs Mable Eldred. Jimmie Mann, navy veteran from Fresno, will visit his aunt Mrs James Scorse in Holbrook after traveling extensively in four years of service.
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James H. Scorse
Ruth Campbell
Winslow
Frank Wallace
Heber
Emmet Wallace
Adamana
Holbrook
Arizona
The
Near East Relief
Jimmie Mann
Harvey Mann
Fresno
California
James Scorse
Navy
Fairbanks Company Expected January 10 Holbrook Visit
The arrival of the Fairbanks Company is not definite but expected around January 10 in Holbrook. Pictures will be taken on the reservation north of town at the first mesa, with more details on arrival date and group size to come in the next few days.
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Fairbanks Company
Holbrook
Washington Gossip on Merchant Marine Hearings and Paper Use
Senator Wesley L. Jones announces hearings begin January 12 on general ship policy and privatization of the government fleet. House efforts by Steenerson seek a ten percent cut in print paper usage across departments. Census costs rise as director requests 2.55 million more for the fourteenth decennial census. Treasury letter to Fordney explains why immediate action on certain fiscal measures is not insisted.
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Wesley L. Jones
Washington
Commerce Committee
Jones
Senate
Steenerson
House Post Office Committee
House
Congress
Sale of Government Supplies Delayed in Holbrook
Government stock due for sale by the Town of Holbrook is not arriving in time, delaying the auction until likely Thursday or Friday of next week. The event has drawn strong interest with reports of crowds and fainting at other Arizona sales, triggering cautious expectations.
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Holbrook
Arizona
Phoenix
New Man and Mrs Newman Hosts for Phoenix Departure Party
Mr. and Mrs. Lee Newman were honored guests at an impromptu gathering hosted by Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Cross. Friends enjoyed games, notably rope walking in Across Niagara on a Rope, and a luncheon was served. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Brown and many relatives and friends.
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Lee Newman
Phoenix
W. B. Cross
Niagara
J. B. Brown
Leo Shreeve
Walter Clausen
Jennie Newman
R. C. Smith
Mary Taylor
Marguerite McCarthy
Chas. Thomas
N. Allen
Rose Scorse
Leola Hennessey
Lea Cross
Messrs
H. W. Hughes
Ed. Hennessey
Dick Rigsby
Martin Newman
Wesley Newman
Roy Cross
Payment of Interest Startles Congress Debate
The debate centers on U S policy toward paying $475 million annually in interest to foreign nations. Secretary Glass argues immediate payment would hinder these countries recovery and reduce their purchasing power in U S markets. Republicans counter that high payments tax Americans and stall U S economic recovery. The House has ordered copies of General Pershing's war report printed for distribution.
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United States
Glass
House
Gen. Pershing
Boss Congressman
Indian children awarded $5 000 each
The Apache county superior court ruled that two part Indian children of Kronemeyer receive $5 000 each from the estate of Curt Kronemeyer. Soph ie, Emily Kronemeyer and Hermine Meyerling were found not to be heirs to the remainder, valued about $40,000, after a three year case.
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Phoenix Gazette
Curt
Kronemeyer
Ange Andrew S. Gibbons
Apache County Superior Court
United States
J. H. Langston
Langston
Bolta
Sophie
Emily Kronemeyer
Hermine Meyerling
Germany
Harvard Wins Hard Fought New Year Victory Over Oregon
Harvard defeats Oregon 7 to 6 in a tight New Year’s clash at Pasadena. Oregon opened with a field goal, then added another, while Harvard answered with a touchdown and kick for the extra point. The close score surprised many backers of Harvard.
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Pesadena
Harvard
Oregon
Mrs Jordan Hosts Thimble Party For Guests
Mrs C H Jordan entertained a group of friends last Saturday afternoon at a thimble party in honor of Mrs Mable Eldred, guest at the home of Mrs Geo W Hennessey. Refreshments closed the event and a handsome box candy was given. Earlier she hosted another tea in honor of her mother in law, Mrs M M Jordan.
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C. H. Jordan
Mable Eldred
Geo. W. Hennessey
Holiday Visit Noted for Miss Lee and Miss Teele
Miss Millie Lee and Miss Jinetteele, students at Normal School, will spend the holidays with relatives of Miss Lee. They plan to return to staff Sunday evening.
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Millie Lee
Jine Teele
Miss Lee
Oung Ladies
Unveiling of Lady of Guadalupe Statue Featured at Local Service
Father Albany officiated the statue unveiling during morning Catholic services. In the afternoon, Sunday school members hosted an entr ement program with a Christmas tree and gifts for all, followed by songs and recitations.
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Father Albany
Catholic Church
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W. J. Bryan
Seach
Mrs. Eldred
Merchant
Secretary of the Treasury
Fordney
Ways and Means Committee
Mrs. Jordan
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