Mining report highlights 1919 New Mexico ore outputs
The Mines Report of the U S Geological Survey notes 1919 recoverable gold and silver outputs in New Mexico by county and district. Grant and Socorro counties dominate copper and silver production with records from Lordsburg, Mogollon, Magdalena, Santa Rita, and Doña Ana districts. Several mines expanded milling, with Eighty Five Mining Co and Carlisle operations part of the year’s activity.
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U. S. Geological Survey
Hidalgo County
Grant Gold
New Mexico
Colfax
Lincoln
Grant County
Socorry County
Socorro
Socorro County
Mogollon
Magdalena
Lordsburg
Grant
Dona Ana
Central
Victoria
Luna County
Chino Copper Co
Santa Rita
Burro Mountain
Pyramid
Virginia
Shakespears
The
Eighty- Five Mining Co
el Paso
Texas
Douglas
Arizona
Last Chance
Atwood
Bonney
Miser’s Chest
Ruth
Carlisle
New Years Gift Group
Duncan Mining & Milling Co
Thompson Canyon
Brock
Eastern Star official visits Lordsburg chapter
Deputy Grand Matron Mrs. Allie Kanen of the Grand Chapter of New Mexico officially visited the Lordsburg Chapter OBE, praising the work and membership of five, and noting her past visit four years ago. She planned to inspect Hurley, Silver City and Tyrone chapters next, with Lordsburg founded in 1908 under Olivia Wells and A W Morningstar.
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Allie Kanen
Order of the Eastern Star
Grand Chapter
New Mexico
Charles Fuller
Lordsburg
Winter Snow Hits Southwest Region
Silver City reports the first winter snow covering Silver City and Southwest New Mexico. Depth ranges from three to eight inches, with heavier falls in the mountains. The storm began around midnight and continued into the day, affecting the entire Southwest and bringing much needed moisture for stockmen and farmers.
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Silver City
New Mexico
Southwest
Liberal seed program for Lordsburg readers
A senate directive prompts the Department of Agriculture to mail 50 vegetable seed packages and 10 flower seed packages to Lordsburg New Mexico. The seeds will be dispatched in about two weeks and arrive addressed to Liberal Readers.
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Washington
Lordsburg Liberal
Lordsburg
New Mexico
Jones
Department of Agriculture
Funny Things in California from Dr Crocker
California humor notes poke fun at Southern California signs and street names. A Studebaker Hum Ford gag circulates with "Used Fords for Sale" opposite "Horse Harness and Buggy for Sale Price 50 dollars." A Santa Ana ad lists W H Crook Real Estate. In Los Angeles people cry for Chicago while hoping to alight at Kansas City.
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M. M. Crocker
California
Studebaker Hum
Santa Anna
W. H . Crook
First Street
Los Angeles
Chicago
Kansas City
Plan to Attend Rodeo at Animas on December 24
Readers are invited to the rodeo event in Animas on December 24. Local organizers promote a day of competitions and family entertainment with doors opening in the afternoon and tickets available at the gate.
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Animas
Big S P Magnates Visit Lordsburg on Monday
General Manager J H Byer and rail dignitaries Williams Grochke Jackle Wilson Turner arrived by special train in Lordsburg. They praised local progress including the fluorspar mine and district development. The group planned an overnight stay but an urgent dispatch redirected them to the coast.
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J. H. Byer
Williams
Grochke
Jackle
Wilson
Turner
Lordsburg
Lordsburg Hospital Acknowledges Growing Reputation
The article notes the Lordsburg Hospital’s medical and surgical services gaining reputation as other Arizona hospitals close doors for lack of patrons. It lists patients including Mrs A Allen Duncan for treatment Mrs Neilson Safford for treatment Mrs Russell from Raton for a minor operation Mrs Ruth Unger Tucson for a major operation and Mrs R B Ownby moving home after progress.
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A. Allen
Duncan
Mrs. Neilson
Safford
Arizona
Mrs. Russell
Raton
Ruth Unger
Tucson
Another Great Silver Mine Could Be Developed
There is another silver property in the Lordsburg mining district eight miles from a railroad with active development proving its worth. A 128 ft shaft a 100 ft funnel at the 100 ft level and a 70 ft drift at shaft bottom exist. The Liberal assay of 30 runs averaged about 15 ounces silver per ton with as high as 221.85 oz per ton, and seven highly mineralized claims could be acquired for a reasonable sum.
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Lordsburg
Liberal
Deming Rabbits Play In Streets. No Bank Receivers
In Deming the rabbits roam the streets while the town insists there are no bank receivers in sight. The Deming Headlight notes the playful backdrop without indicating any banking activity or officials responding to the issue.
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Deming
Watson Takes Management Of Calexico Market
E M Watson formerly with City Meat Market for two months becomes manager of the Calexico Market at Second and Paulin streets. He is described as one of the most expert meat cutters and a courteous dealer who will secure his share of the local meat business.
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E .M. Watson
Calexico
Second
Paulin Streets
Mr. Watson
Calexico Chronicle
Bailey daughter sails from South America to reach Lordsburg
Miss Rebecca Bailey daughter of Mr and Mrs Geo W Bailey has returned from two years abroad in South America and is expected to arrive in Lordsburg in January.
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Rebecca Bailey
Geo. W. Bailey
South America
Lordsburg
Mill expansion eyed as Last Chance mine shows rich ore
J G Nicholas of Denver visited J H White at the Last Chance mine amid expansion plans. Four drifts run with promising ore including a new crosscut vein averaging over 5 feet, assays over 20 ounces silver per ton, daily hoists of 35 to 45 tons, and a February operation target for the mill. Plans include a 175 boiler and 120 engine power plant and sinking the main shaft to 500 feet.
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J. G. Nicholas
Denver
J. H. White
Last Chance
Cross
White
Corliss
Walter Sullivan Recovers Ten Dollar Heist at Hollow House
A guest signed as H. Parson seized keys to a cash drawer at the Hotel and stole a ten dollar bill. Walter Sullivan tracked the thief with Sheriff Oscar Allen and the culprit was captured en route to No. 100 West. Sheriff Smyer transported the suspect to Luna County for a robbery charge at the Park Hotel.
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Hollow House
H. Parson
Walter
Oscar Allen
No. 100
West
Deming
Luna County
Woman's Club Notes Highlight Jazz Debate and Music Talks
The Woman's Club met Monday with Mrs. W. H. Small, under the music section led by Mrs. Claude Fuller. President Mrs. C.8e spoke against jazz, while Mrs. Jack Heather quizzed about "Why I Gave Up Music" and Mrs. John B. Crowell shared Carrie Jacobs Bond insights.
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W. H. Small
Claude Fuller
C.8e
Jack Heather
John B. Crowell
Carrie Jacobs Bond
W. C. Burney
Paul Austin
Lieurance
Ralph Spann
Small
Bank Directors Attend Monthly Meeting Report
John Robson vice president of the First National Bank traveled from Tucson and J P Mansfield came from Steins to attend the regular monthly meeting on Tuesday.
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John Robson
First National Bank
Tucson
J. P. Mansfield
Steins
Mrs Pippin’s Homemade Candies Delight Readers
Mrs Pippin sent the editor a box of cream filled dates and sea foam kisses praised for flavor. The note says she makes these delicious home made candies for safe.
Curt Rainbolt Becomes Landlady at Sunset Hotel
Curt Rainbolt is named landlady at the Sunset Hotel. The change marks a new management role and shifts in house leadership.
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Curt Rainbolt
The
Sunset Hotel
Mighty Good Folks Live In Lordsburg
Two overland travelers from Oklahoma to Arizona, C. B. Wells and his son, halted in Lordsburg when the father fell ill and died. A coroner's jury ruled death from natural causes. The county buried the body. the city marshal raised a small fund to aid the son, who thanked local residents for their kindness.
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C. B. Wells
C. B. Wells, Jr
Oklahoma
Arizona
Lordsburg
Marsalis
McKeel
Deatiture
Eugene Montague Hosts Dinner At Bandera Event
Eugene Montague acted as host at a well appointed chicken dinner at Mrs Jacksons Tuesday evening. The event honored his mother Mrs Charles Montague of Bandera Texas. Attendees included Mrs Montague Mr and Mrs Kh Blownby and daughter Jewell Miss Conner and Pounds Mr Zentmire and the host.
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Eugene Montague
Mra. Jackson's
Mra
Charles Montague
Bandera
Tex
Mra. Montague
Kh. Blownby
Jewell
Conner
Prominent Oklahomans Detained in Town Visit
W. F. Carson of Beaver Oklahoma with Mrs. Carson and their five children were detained for several days to eat repairs and showed strong interest in the town. They attended the Co B.S meeting during the visit of the D G Matron and may decide to settle here. The County Chamber of Commerce leaders praised talks with them as New Mexico similarly seeks such people.
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W. F. Carson
Beaver
Okla
Animas Plans Big Rodeo Event at City Arena
Animas will host a large rodeo on December 24 with ear branding goal roping pony races and free barbecue among attractions. Dancing starts at 7 PM with lots of jazz. For details write T. F. Sime Animas.
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Animas
T. F. Sime Animas
Methodist Church Plans Sunday Services in December 11
The church invites all to Sunday School at 10:00 and preaching at 11:00 with the sermon The Church. An evening service at 7:30 features A Man Wanted. The note extends a warm welcome and quotes Come thou with us and we will do thee good.
Saturday Bridge Club entertains Tuesday club at home
The Saturday bridge club entertained the Tuesday club at Dr. and Mrs. Paul Austin's home. Mrs. John B. Crowell won the top ladies score and Nat Gammon led the men. The host crowd enjoyed good eats as usual.
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Paul Austin
John B. Crowell
Nat Gammon
Holiday High School Play The Single Life
Five boys and five girls perform a pep filled comedy at Star Theatre on Tuesday evening December 20. The production promises laughter and a festive local event.
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Star Theatre
Trimble Family In California for Sister Illness
Mr and Mrs G W Trimble and their daughter travel to California due to the serious illness of Mr Trimble's sister. Later Mr Trimble returns home and reports his sister improved.
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G. W. Trimble
California
Mr. Trimble
Grand Jury to Meet in Hidalgo County in January
Judge Raymond R Ryan to hold court Monday to set cases for the first big term with grand and petit juries. The Hidalgo grand jury, drawn by Judge Owen, will meet January 2 1022 to consider two years of accumulated cases and some from Grant County. Sheriff Allen will summon jurors and publish names after service. About 125 civil cases set for second and third weeks. first week covers general matters. Judge Kyvan praised for efficient court procedure and fiscal prudence. he is top Supreme Court candidate but may be needed in the sixth district.
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Raymond KR. Ryan
Hidalgo County
Owen
Judge Ryan
Grant County
Ryan
Allen
Kyvan
Pep
Claus Supreme Court
Judge Marsalis Bound Two Over
In court Friday Ramon, arrest cited for knives and drinking cups incident at Opeto-Date and Tom Tong's restaurants. He is bound to the grand jury in 500. Harmon case followed with A V Hughes charged in a poker game holdup. bond set at 4500. Grand jury to first Monday in January. Interpreters Dr. and Elmer Jones assisted.
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Marantie
Tinamon Orrantia
Sheraff Allen
Tom Tong
Poy
Lee On
Forrest Fielder
Ramon
Harmon
A.V. Hughes
North Side
Hughes
Grand Jury
Dr. & Pon
Elmer Jones
Oil drilling near Deming eyed for Christmas news
Superintendent BR Nelson reports that at noon the Anglos well east of town sits at 2,270 feet through red clay and sand. He expects within about 100 feet to reach caprock and encounter oil, with drilling progressing steadily barring unforeseen problems.
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Deming
BR. €. Nelson
Nelson
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