Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks Visit Holbrook
Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks arrived in Holbrook aboard Number 8, drawing large crowds. The couple greeted fans, Mary charm impressed locals, and Doug noted his finger injury healed. They planned to tour the Hopi Reservation with film previews and a gift of projection equipment.
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America
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Douglas Fairbanks
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Mary Pickford
Bonds Carry By Large Majority In Holbrook Vote
The Holbrook bond election approved by about two and a half to one, authorizing 135000 for a water and sewer system. Officials say the improvement will greatly benefit the town and reflect progress in administration. Citizens are urged to ensure quality service for the expenditure.
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the News
Holbrook
Legion Ball Pleases Holbrook Crowd with Spirited Show
The American Legion ball drew strong praise as attendees enjoyed lively music led by Bud Waters and a bold performance by Floor Manager Rofinot. Sims Evy urges renewed Legion events, noting May 31 as American Legion Day and urging all to strive for one hundred percent Americanism.
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France
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One Hundred Percent Americanism
The speaker laments apathy and misunderstanding toward ex service men and urges universal Americanism. He recalls Chateau Thierry and the bond between rich and poor soldiers who shared canteens and fought together. The American Legion is described as preserving wartime lessons, not as a political or financial tool.
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American Legion
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Promising Musician Miss Rachel Thomas Visits Home
Miss Rachel Thomas, returning from Chicago last Tuesday evening on the limited, plans to spend the summer with her parents. She is a promising musician with a rare voice and has studied music in Chicago since September.
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Enjoyable Picnic by Liberty Chapter with Grand Matron visit
Miss Danitza Anguis of Bisbee, Worthy Grand Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star Arizona jurisdiction, visited Liberty Chapter No 23. A picnic at the Petrified Forest followed an official visit on May 19, with motor car trip, wine buffet, and dinner on the sands. Attendees included Mrs W W Parr, Mrs E B Hebert of Winslow, W W Newman, Mrs M M Jordan, Mrs Sidney Sapp, Mrs J W Bazell, and Mrs L C Henning.
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Bisbee
Order of the Eastern Star
Arizona
Petrified Forest
Star
Liberty Chapter No. 23
Anguis
W.W. Parr
E. B. Hebert
Winslow
St. Johns Editor C F Montross Visits Holbrook on Trip
Apache County editor and publisher C F Montross of the St Johns Observer called at the Holbrook office during a business trip en route to Flagstaff. He previously worked for The News before returning to St Johns yesterday.
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Mayors Proclamation For Public Celebration In Holbrook
On Monday May 31 1920 the Local Post of the American Legion will hold a public celebration in commemoration of Declaration Day. all business houses in Holbrook are requested to close at twelve o clock noon for the balance of the day in observance of the celebration. J M Lee Mayor Holbrook Arizona.
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American Legion
Holbrook
J. M. Lee
Leppolds Name Daughter Dorothy Byrle
Mr and Mrs E C Leppold announce the birth of their daughter Dor othy Byrle born May 17. The family is pleased to share the new arrival with friends and relatives.
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E. C. Leopold
Dorothy Byrle
Molly Coddle at Pastime Theatre Promoted by Fairbanks
Navajo County Arizona notes Molly Coddle film debut at Pastime Theatre on Saturday May 29. Douglas Fairbanks arranged first showing with large bonus. The feature stars Fairbanks supported by a time of 6 reels plus a Max Sennett two reel comedy. Two showtimes 7 and 9 pm admission 35 and 75 cents with possible matinee at 4. Watch for hand bills and publicity.
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Pastime
New York City
Douglas Fairbanks
Max Sennett
Good Progress in Oil Development Across Multiple Wells
Development advances continue at Holbrook Oil Co. wells along with Adamana Co. Apache and Zuni sites. Adamana shows encouraging drilling, Holbrook reports satisfactory progress, Black Canyon driller active, Apache rush to run towers, Zuni promising, Hopi to announce resumption soon. Aztec Petroleum Securities notes rising inquiries and growing drill interest.
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Aztec Petroleum Securities Company
O. E. S. Sisters Attend Winslow Banquet
Liberty Chapter No. 23 representatives led by Mrs. Ethel Newman and five other sisters attended a business meeting and banquet at the Winslow chapter. Grand Matron Miss Anguis paid an official visit to Ruby Chapter No. 3 during the gathering.
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Liberty
O. E.S
Ethel Newman
Alma Sapp
Maud Bazell
Frances Hennessey
Esther Hennings
Kate Clemons
Winslow
Miss Anguis
Ruby
Smashing Barriers Serial Returns at Pastime
William Duncan stars in the thrilling serial Smashing Barriers to be shown at the Pastime on Thursday June 3 in a first episode presented with the regular program at no extra charge. Don’t miss it.
Killed by Train In Santa Fe Walkway
A likely roving stranger identified as David E. Warner was struck and killed by Santa Fe No 4 on Saturday morning while walking along the track. Money found on the body hints at a transient life. efforts to locate his home or relatives have failed, and his origin is suspected to be Gallup. Warner’s hotel room went unused the night before with no clear reason for his presence on the tracks.
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John Brown
Reveille
Thomas Home
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Oureause
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