Ready to Drill as Holbrook Awaits Oil Rig Arrival
One oil company nears drilling while two others load rigs set to reach Holbrook within days. Mayfield shifts transport plans to rail and road, purchasing a heavy truck to move equipment from Globe, with completion expected as the first rig begins operations and a second well planned soon after.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holbrook
Thomas McCauley
Mayfield
Charles E. Major
Senator Mayfield
Judge Ryan
Globe
Holbrook Oil Boom Promises Big Arizona Field
The Adamana Oil Company moves drilling gear from Seven Lakes to the railroad at Gallup for shipment to Holbrook. Geologists and investors nationwide forecast a vast Holbrook field with multiple rigs active, amid government attention and rising land and royalty activity in Navajo and Apache counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holbrook Oil Company
George D. Meiklejohn
Nebraska
Meiklejohn
Harry K. Thaw
S. G. Mayfield
South Carolina
Navajo Oil Company
Producers’ Company
Apache Oil Company
Adamana Oil Company
Holbrook
Doheny
Navajo
Apache Counties
Apache Company Drilling Ready With New Equipment
Apache Oil Company has finally brought the last drill apparatus to the site amid prior delays caused by scarce heavy draft animals. With several other firms entering the field, demand for suitable wagon and truck transport along the rail to the oil area is rising, improving prospects for timely deliveries and operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apache Company
Apache Oil Company
Mining men from Jerome visit Holbrook to inspect old sites
Tom Smart a well known mining man from Jerome arrived in Holbrook by automobile on Wednesday. He was joined by Frank E Stitzer and Leo Kraus cup in studying old locations in the Holbrook district. It is Smart's second Holbrook trip and a decision on starting a camp may follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Smart
Jerome
Holbrook
Frank E. Stitzer
Leo Krauscup
Mr. Smart
Navajo oil land joins Grand Canyon wonders in Holbrook tale
The article claims the Navajo lands near Holbrook are a vast sedimentary area similar to the Pennsylvania fields. It notes a 1868 peace with Navajos and 7000 released from Bosque Redondo, then argues oil could meet a projected national shortfall of 70 million barrels. Holbrook is described as gateway to these wonders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arizona
Holbrook
Flagstaff
Santa Fe
Navajo County
Ashuret
United States Senate
Ashurst
Doracy Hager
Okla
Charles T. Major
Clark
A. A. Johnson
University of Wyoming
Arthur Eaton
Midwest Refining Company
W. D. Blodgett
F. C. Ripley
California
University of Arizona
Government Geological Survey
Smart
Pennsylvania
Tom Smart
Jerome News
Bosque Redondo Reservation
Fort Sumner
Washington
Grand Canyon
Canyon del Diablo
Painted Desert
Petrified Forest
Willys Overland Earns High Praise From Wool Grower
W. W. Franklin, agent for Willys Overland, reports a wool grower named Wm. Morgan who bought a Willys Overland car and has driven it several thousand miles. Morgan says the car made good in every respect, noting the Continental motor and two Phoenix trips. He praises the vehicle as an enthusiastic admirer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Franklin
Overland Automobile
Wm. Morgan
Willys Overland
County Officials Salaries Case Heard in Arizona Court
Judge Perkins ruled in favor of the plaintiffs in the County Officials' salaries dispute against Coconino County. The suit sought the difference between the old and new pay scales after Arizona statute changes. Judge Doe represented the plaintiffs in the Flagstaff Sun report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Va. Coconino County
Perkins
Judge Doe
Flagstaff
Red Cross thanks papers editor Holbrook News
The Pacific division of the American Red Cross extends wholehearted thanks for splendid aid during the War Fund drive. The letter from Guy R. Kinsley praises newspapers for supporting win the war efforts and notes their crucial role in Allied nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holbrook News
Asuccessful Red Cross
Red Cross
Pacific
American Red Cross
United States
Germany
Guy R. Kinsley
New Arizona Laws on Draft Enforcement and War-Time Aid
The late special session passed two laws to support the selective draft law. One law makes interfering with the draft a felony, while the other protects families of those in the war by making it a misdemeanor to aid or employ a slacker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arizona
New Export Tax Rules at Nogales Sonora Cattle
Mexican customs issues order regulating cattle exports from Nogales Sonora. Dispensations may be granted. export tax set at 20 dollars Mexican currency or 10 dollars in gold per head. Only steers three years old or older may be shipped. no cows or young stock allowed. Nogales Oasis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nogales
Sonora
Nogales Oasis
Special Ford Reel to Run With Saturday Feature
Ford Weekly Special reel shown with the 65 reel feature at Pastime. The Ford reel covers train officers camps and promises an interesting glimpse for patrons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford
Sad Story to Tell Flagstaff Baseball Trip
The Flagstaff contingent of baseball players went to Holbrook last Sunday with hopes of driving the ball toward the Petrified Forest. They arrived but did not score much, ending 11 to 13 after passing through the nine stages of the program. Local fans followed the team and the players said they had a good time anyway.
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Flagstaff
Baseball Wallopers
Holbrook
Petrified Forest
Flagstaff Sun
Arizona Bulletin of Mines Debuts In Prescott
The Arizona Bulletin of Mines monthly magazine, edited and managed by Fred O Crain, is published in Prescott as the Chamber of Oil and Mines official publication. It is well edited, well printed, carries a strong advertising line, and is expected to receive liberal support throughout the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arizona Bulletin of Qi
Mines
Fred O. Crain
Prescott
Chamber of Oil and Mines
Carreis
R. L. Newman Reenters Sheriff Race in Navajo County
Republican R L Newman announces candidacy for re election as Navajo County sheriff after previously saying he would not run again. Serving his second term, he seeks the ticket on a strong past record and gains from party support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. L. Newman
Navajo County
Newman
Emmet Wallace Buys New Mitchell Six Car for Family Use
Emmet Wallace purchases a Mitchell Six for personal family use. The car is described as handsome and powerful, reflecting pride in the new vehicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmet Wallace
New Election Laws Change Primary Ballot Timing
The Board of Supervisors receives a certified copy of the new Soldier election law. Ballots will be mailed to all military voters forty days before the election and returned by polls close. Nomination papers remain due twenty days before the primary. George Scott and family traveled from Mesa to Holbrook and will move to Showlow for summer.
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Board of Supervisors
United States
George Scott
Holbrook
Mesa
Payson
Showlow
Patterson for Navajo County Treasurer Runs on Democratic Ticket
Announcement notes J. M. Patterson seeks the Navajo county treasurer post on the Democratic ticket. Patterson has long served with the A. C. M. I. in Holbrook and is described as capable and trusted, with many county supporters eager for his candidacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Patterson
Navajo County
Patterson
Holbrook
C W Harp Seeks Navajo County Sheriff Nomination
Undersheriff Harp announces candidacy for Navajo county sheriff subject to Democratic primary voters in September. He has served as chief deputy under Sheriff Newman for 18 months and pledges to uphold the department’s high standard if nominated and elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harp
C W. Harp
Navajo County
Newman
C C W Harp Seeks Democratic Nomination for Navajo Sheriff
C C W Harp announces candidacy for Navajo County Sheriff as a Democrat. He pledges active enforcement of laws, diligent duty, and impartial treatment, asking for county support in the September 10 primary and promising trustworthy conduct if elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navajo County
Democratic Party
Cc. W. Harp
Navajo County Sheriff Nomination Announcement 1918
A candidate for the sheriff nomination in Navajo County announces intent to seek the Democratic primary nomination on September 10, 1918. The statement is signed by Cc. W. Harp.
Patterson Announces Candidacy for County Treasurer
J. M. Patterson announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for county treasurer, subject to the action of Democratic voters at the September 10 primary election.
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J. M. Patterson
Sheriff Candidacy Announcement for Navajo County
At the earnest solicitation of many friends I announce my candidacy on the republican ticket for sheriff of Navajo county. I thank the many good people who supported me in the administration of my duties during the past two years.
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Navajo County
Local notes from Holbrook and Winslow highlights
Local items report Mrs Margaret Smith visiting Winslow and C W Harp campaigning for sheriff. Holbrook figures include Jack Marden amid Prescott business, Hadley Funk enlisting, and Overland car purchase by Julia Braam. Also noted are marriages, hospital outcomes, probate actions, rains aiding stockmen, and Navy training prospects.
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Margaret Smith
Commercial Hotel
Winslow
C. W. Harp
Jack Marden
Holbrook Oil Company
Prescott
W. R. Black
White Mountains
Virginia Gall
Apolonia
Holbrook Catholic Church
Albany
Hadley Funk
Holbrook
Vancouver Barracks
Washington
Aeronautics Corps
U. S. Army
Julia Braam
Overland
W. W. Franklin
Five Holbrook youths enlist in Navy exam in Los Angeles
Joe Lopez leads four companions from Holbrook to Los Angeles to take Navy enlistment tests. Relatives bid farewell at the station as the five receive knitted sweaters from the Holbrook Knitting Club. Only one of the five fully passed the Los Angeles exam, with Lopez moving on to Balboa Park training.
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Joe Lopez
Holbrook
Los Angeles
U. S. Navy
Holbrook Knitting Club
Cae
Secon
R. Lopez
Se Therme
Diego
Balboa Park
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Adamana
Colorado
Seven Lakes
Gallup
Harold E. Dodd
New Apache
Adamana Company
Canada
European
Europe
Oil Division
Peter Paulson
Kansas
Butler County
Paulson
G. A. Burt
Bishop
Cal
Corporation Commission
Arizona Corporation Commission
A. W. Cole
Commission
G. C. Bazel
Camp Dick
Dallas
Texas
Zelma Howell
Albuquerque
Hugh Cooper
Presbyterian Church
E. P. Howell
Elya Howell
Florence Smith
Alvarado Hotel
Ward Bellomont College For Girls
Nashville
Tenn
Bazell
J. W. Bazell
Ross Bazell
Camp Travis, Blaso
H. J. Ramer
Ramer
Preston Bushman
Dry Lake
Masonic Temple
Chalcedony Lodge of Masons
New Mexico
Miles City
Helbrook
Big Bar
New Monthly Magazine
Rose Seorge
Ocean Park
C. H. Brown
Mrs. Brown
J. H. Scarse
John R. Hulet
Sapp
C. H. Jordan
W. W. Newman
Tha City
W. W. Cadwell
I. C. Cole
San Diego
U. Navy Training School
Cole
Chicago
Navy
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