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Newspaper
Jal Flare
Location
Jal, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1939
Page
2
A philosophical essay argues that removing youth from society would undermine totalitarian regimes and that nations depend on youth’s spiritual backing from elders. It critiques religious denominations and their splits, urging unity in Christian faith and reflecting on the origins of major religions shaped in ancient monasteries before focusing on universal principles.
A speaker contrasts ancient tablets and esoteric knowledge with modern science noting a civilization 12,000 years ago to 75,000 years ago blending spiritual growth with mental powers. He cites Christ's miracles as echoing ancient writings and stresses Jesus's teaching of humanity to others and tolerance, recalling the call to "Suffer little children, come unto me."
The report details numerous oil and gas completions and drill sites with lease and section references such as Amerada Johnson No 3 in section 27 and Weier No 4 Woolworth in section 28. It lists numerous rigs and lines, including Gulf, Humble, Skelly and Texas Pacific state wells, with depths and oil yields. The notice also mentions a permanent singing class organized by local residents with officers and meeting arrangements, plus several local visits and health notes about residents.
Mary Lois Petty was honored on her fifth birthday Thursday at a party hosted by her mother Mrs R L Petty. Thirteen guests attended, games were played, and Mary Lois blew out the candles. Cookies and lemonade were served. Jewel Owens recently won 465 dollars in a roping exhibition and hopes for more at Hobbs rodeo. Dock Wells and Faye Mosley married last week and will live in Jal. George Panett of California visits relatives Mr and Mrs Randy Johnston. Jack Dyal left Jal for Albuquerque to plan his new home.
The article notes the first entry of free text books in the high school field as a result of State Board action fulfilling Governor Miles' promise. Mildred Butler, daughter of Rev and Mrs C. Y. Butler, left a Kermit hospital after appendicitis treatment not requiring an operation. Sam Carlin is in California on vacation this week.
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