Water permits issued to Angerstein and Jordan in Holbrook
Geo Angerstein and Mrs M M Jordan became the first and second residents to obtain permits to tap city water mains. Water pumping began after the tank on the hill filled and the reservoir was serviced. Snowflake celebrated four Friday marriages at a lively wedding dance with Miss Celia Hunt and Taylor Gardner among the couples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. Angerstein
Holbrook
Angerstein
M. M. Jordan
Celia Hunt
Taylor Gardner
Loie Hunt
Chas. Unthorn
Henry Lopez
Narrowly Escapes Electrocution While Making Connection
Mr. Baird, an electric light man, suffered a severe 220 volt shock while working on a wire at the Jennings Garage. He was thrown from a ladder, injuring his face, throat, and back, but escaped lasting harm. Dr. Bazell treated him, joined by Kenneth Myers and Dr. Sampson. Myers later felt a minor shock himself. The incident was blamed on galvanized iron and screws used during the work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Baird
Jennings
Dr. Bazell
Kenneth Myers
Dr. Sampson
Winslow
Baird
Mr. Myers
Mr. Black
Myers
Horses dangerous as well as Carl
Little Beuna Wakefield of Taylor was riding in Holbrook when the wagon horses ran away. She fell, fracturing both arms and crushing a wrist. Mrs. Joseph Brimhall suffered a fractured leg after being knocked down behind the horses. The note ends with an advertisement for Tanlaec at Holbrook Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Beuna
Erastus Wakefield
Taylor
Holbrook
Joseph Brimhall
Wedding News From Holbrook Country Scene
Miss Velma Nelson and Mr Mc Coskey married recently. Mrs Mc Coskey to return from California in two weeks and they plan to reside at the Black Canyon Oil Well during hot weather. Tom Hubbard, known as big Tom, visited Holbrook Wednesday as a sheriff candidate observes politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Velma Nelson
McCoskey
Mc-Coskey
Holbook
California
Black Canyon
Tom Hubbard
Big Tom
Holbrook
Candidacy notices for local offices in 1922 elections
D W Easley announces candidacy for Justice of the Peace in Holok precinct subject to Republican primary on September 12, 1922. Also D W Easley seeks Sheriff of Navajo County in Democratic primary held September 1922.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice of the Peace
Holok
D. W. Easley
Navajo County
Roth
Holbrook
Thatic
L. F. McCclanahan
Candidacies Filed for Navajo County Offices in 1922 Primary
A list of candidates announces runs for Navajo County judge sheriff county recorder constable and school superintendent subject to Democratic primary on September 12th through 16th 1922. Names include Thomas R. Greer W G Kelly James Donohoe Lucretia W Flanigan Lucretia Penrod and L F McClananahan among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feet
Mensato County
Sath
James Donohoe
Navajo County
Mes
Lucretia W. Flanigan
Navajo County Democrats Endorsement Policy Change
At a Holbrook meeting on Wednesday afternoon Navajo County Democrats endorsed no local candidates. The resolution, amended and passed, states the party will leave the primary law to function and allow any man or woman to run for office, letting voters decide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navajo County
Holbrook
New Highway Should Not End At Town Holbrook Voices
Community members urge the state to route a highway through Holbrook rather than stop at the town edge. They argue a paved street through and past Oakland Ave is possible with minor adjustments and emphasize local funds and need to avoid a faulty, incomplete road. Citizens contend Winslow has secured a plan for a through road, while Holbrook currently gets nothing until a proper alignment is agreed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holbrook
Winslow
Oakland Ave
Weitzlers Ady Debuts New Line of Travel Trunks
Weitzlers Ady unveils a new line of trunks and traveling bags highlighting durable construction and classic styling for travelers. The display spotlights suitcases, duffels, and matching sets aimed at shoppers seeking reliable luggage for business and leisure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weitzlers, Ady
Sheriff Newman's Knife Night Ends Without Fatalities
Five Mexicans, two butcher knives, and white mule liquor sparked a violent incident near the river bed by the ice plant. Belinio Gallegos is jailed after injuring Alberto Baca with non fatal wounds. Baca, a delivery boy, is recovering amid the town’s cautious humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belinio Gallegos
Alberto Baca
Dan Cupid
Gallegos
Baca
Braca
Town Team Triumphs Over Gallup Grays In Local Derby
Sunday’s game at the local diamond showcased the new Town Team in a spirited game against Gallup Grays. Webb pitched strongly while Lee, Quince, and Marcus delivered key hits. Hastings cursed his luck but vowed improvement. Coyote and Capps shined for Holbrook as fans praised the effort despite a contentious umpire decision and called for community support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallup Grays
Webb
Dr. Bazell
Lee
Marcus
Coyote
Holbrook
Hastings
Gallup
Wilt Drill Wells for Navajo Nation Water Wells
Mr and Mrs Arlo Baldwin of Taylor traveled through our city last week en route to the Navajo Indian Reservation where Baldwin will drill wells for the Indians. The arid region makes water a vital blessing and this work is presented as beneficial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arlo Baldwin
Taylor
Navajo Indian Reservation
Baldwin
Judge Denies Lawyer Claim Over Oil Well Drink
Judge D J Thomas angrily refutes last week’s News claim that he is a lawyer. He defends his drink of the first quart of oil from the Holbrook Oil Well as a contractual matter barred by statute of limitations. The judge protests too much, the editor notes, and urges full penalties to be applied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D.J. Thomas
Holbrook
Snow on Mt Ord trip yields salmon trout catch
Joe Woods Jr and Sr Chauncey Woods and Elwood Crouse return from a fishing trip in the mountains. They saw red and brown scenery, enjoyed the trip, and Woods Jr landed a salmon trout seven teen to eighteen inches long. Chauncey, a Needles employee, stays in Holbrook a week before returning to work. The party climbed Mt Ord's sides among snow banks and found the climate warm on return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Woods, Jr
Chauncey Woods
Elwood Crouse
Joe Woods Jr
Chauncey
Needles
Holbrook
Old Mt. Ord
Our
Will Keep in Race Mrs Donohoe for County Recorder
Mrs James Donohoe announced her candidacy for County Recorder and has taken temporary charge of the Adamana Hotel. She plans to stay at most sixty days to help the place out of a bad hole and denies rumors she will withdraw from the race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Donohoe
County Recorder
Adamana
Mrs Leo Frost Visit Highlights County Seat
Mrs. Leo Frost of St. Joe was seen in the county seat on Tuesday, prompting local chatter about her visit and any potential civic matters she may be addressing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo Frost
St. Joe
Elks Initiate Large Class At Winslow Banquet Dance
The Elks Lodge of Railroad City held a large initiation Saturday night in Winslow with a banquet and dance at Clear Creek to celebrate. Holbrook candidates attended including a notable young man wearing a pink crepe de chine shirt. The event concluded with guests enjoying the festivities and laughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winslow
Elks Lodge
Clear Creek
Holbrook
Flagstaffs Big Fourth Celebration Draws Big Crowd
Flagstaff will host a two day Fourth of July celebration organized by the local Knights of Pythias. A free barbecue, Indian sports and ceremonial dances featuring the Navajos Hopis and Supais, championship baseball, broncho busting, calf tying and bull roping will entertain visitors. The event will also include a novel street parade, racing, brass bands and dances with guests from surrounding towns and the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flagsta Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Flagstaff
Mrs Riggs Hosts Auction Bridge Afternoon
Mrs Alf Riggs hosted an Auction Bridge afternoon last week with four tables of social players. A dainty lunch was served by the hostess and her sister Mrs Geo Hennessey, and tiny baskets of pink and green candy were given as souvenirs to the guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alf Riggs
Geo. Hennessey
Local visitors and travelers return to town
Herman Fisher returned home to Phoenix on Monday. Zeke Newman and family visited the Scorse household after a mountain trip earlier in the week. Mrs. Geo Hennessey hosted Mr. and Mrs. Ray Reynolds and Mr. and Mrs. C H Jordan for dinner Wednesday. Loral Shumway left Holbrook for Flagstaff to enter the Bankers Course, a year and a half program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Fisher
Phoenix
Loral Shumway
Holbrook
Flagstaff
Mr. Shumway
Also Mentioned on This Page
Carl
Tanlaec
Holbrook Drug Co
Adv
Superior Court
Rath
Thos. R. Greer
Tama
W. G. Kelly
Hattie H. Penrod
Armets
Sheriff Newman
Brawl
AR Buckles
Capps
Os A
Mansfield
Reuter
Gardner
Rf Hastings
Cf Webb
R PO Muncey
Valensuela
Garcia
Sinecon
Arcey
Sikes
Cf Chavez
Rf Padilla
Tracey
P Richards
Barela
Osborne
Lawye
MT. Ord
ELKS
Mrs. Riggs
Zeke Newman
Scorse
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