Board of Inquiry Finds Fog Contributed to Sunset L Collision
The board concluded conductor McDaniels and flagman Arnold did not leave their caboose before the crash near Almoris, with dense fog limiting visibility to 50 100 yards. Engineer Crane acted promptly, applying emergency brakes as the white signal light appeared and red markers were seen before impact. Damages totaled about 20 550 dollars, including cars and freight, amid other findings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Las Freight
Almoris
Wm. Wil
Boar Ision
O. B. Schoenky
Divice
P. T. Robinson
John BR. Crowell
Mal Bank
M. Fer
Naticake
Mnager
Lordsburg Light & Power
Sesa
Pears
EB. R. McDaniels
W. Arnold
Lordsburg
Arnold
McDaniels
J. C. Crane
Billie
Caboose
Sanders
Crane
Rigel Ee
V. Arnold
Toby Heeey
W.H. Klusmire
Virden School Gains Library, Playground as Teams Clash
Virden school gains a library and science equipment thanks to modest funds while playground apparatus begins. Thanksgiving was observed with families. boys defeated the M Men in a basketball game, then hubbles challenged for more action. The M Men move to Franklin M Men at Duncan Hall next Thursday for stake championship play at Thatcher Arizona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virden
Paul E. Malone
M. Men
Mutual Improvement Association
Hill Billies
Virden “M. Men
Franklin “M. Men
Duncan Hall
St. Joseph
Thatcher
Arizona
Death of Sunset Limited fireman Klusmire reported
Telegram from El Paso dated December 6, 1923, announces the death of W. H. Klusmire fireman on the Sunset Limited after the rear end collision with a freight train. Klusmire died at 5 22 p m. The notice is signed Mittendor. Wade B. Smith Rh R Club Lordsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Pacific
W. H. Klusmire
Sunset Limited
el Paso
Wade B. Smith
Rh. R
Lordsburg
Klusmire
Mittendore
Mary Dee to star in El Paso high senior play
Mary Dee Muir will be one of the lead characters in the January graduating class senior play at El Paso High School. Her role portrays a New York chorus girl in Friday evening's performance.
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Mary Dee
EL Paso
Mary Dee Muir
New York
Lordsburg
Bonham
Clay
Helen
Arthur Johnson
Winnie Gilbert
Silver
Scotty
Lillie Bartlett
Sunday Religious Services Schedule for December 16
Lord's Day services listed include Bible School at 10 a.m. led by J. M. Dorrance, no morning preaching due to Red Rock appointment, evening preaching on Jesus and the Scriptures. Christian Endeavor at 6:45 p.m. led by Alfred Conner. prayer meeting and choir practice Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.
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Jesus
Star Theatre Weekly Program and Tonight's Feature
The Star Theatre runs a December lineup with The Victor on Sunday and Hungry Hearts from Goldwyn Monday. The Leoparders with Alice Brady appears Tuesday and Wednesday, Heart Raider with Agnes Ayers Thursday and Friday, Steel Trail Saturday, plus a two reel comedy Spring Fever. Tonight and tomorrow show Souls for Sale, Rupert Hughes story and film with six stars. Prices are 28 and 55 cents.
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the Victor
Hungry Hearts
Goldwyn
The
Leoparders
Alice Brady
Heart Raider
Agnes Ayers
Souls For Sale
Hollywood
Rupert Hughes
No fault of his own justice praised for duty done
The article laments Joe Crane losing his left leg due to others carelessness and commends the Board of Inquiry for patient evidence gathering and clear opinions, noting they did their duty and deserve praise for upholding duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Crane
Board of Inquiry
Stockmen Optimistic About Future Prospects
Regional stockmen express cautious optimism as heavy mountain snow and recent rains boost hopes for next year. Reports show yearling weights around 429 pounds and two to three year olds near 661 pounds, with average prices near 20 and 30 dollars respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lordsburg
T. Austin
Dr. Paul
Ross Sloan
Fred Braidfoot
BE. D. Wright
Walter Ryman
Sol Moore
Yearlings Day & Foster
Jim Foster
Silas Bradshaw
FR. Jones
Lewis Griffin
Ted Robertson
C. Smith
W. RR. Hughes
Xt Land & Cattle Co
Leonard Bean
C. Sanford
W. Adams
N. P. Tidwell
Tom Upshaw
Heroes of the Rails honor a loyal Southern Pacific pilot
The tribute highlights Joe Crane a three decade veteran of the Southern Pacific who kept passengers safe through darkness and fog. He faced a collision to protect crew and riders and may need artificial aid after a likely serious injury. Editor's note mentions a visit to San Xavier Mission near Tucson with John Robson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Crane
Southern Pacific Lines
Joe
John Robson
San Xavier Mission
Tucson
Bridge Club Evening with Bynums and Taylors
The Bridge Club enjoyed a pleasant evening hosted by the Misses Bynum and Taylor. Miss Francis Brunson won high score and Mr. Richard Carrington won low score. A salad course was served to ten guests.
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Bynum and
Taylor
Francis Brunson
Richard Carrington
Happy Wedding of Joe Lannin and Adaline Lang
Farm manager Joe Lannin of Chas. Fuller marries Adaline Lang of Philadelphia on Monday. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W. H. Vanderpool and the notice notes a pleasant romance with a happy ending.
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Joe Lannin
Chas. Fuller
Adaline Lang
Philadelphia
W. H. Vanderpool
Beautiful Christmas Windows Showcased by Local Shops
Heather Furniture Co. and Me Evoy jewelry store display festive windows thanks to Mrs. Allen's artistic skill. Union Clothing Co. benefits from Harry Rose's good taste in holiday arrangements.
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Heather Furniture Co
MeEvoy Jewelry Store
Mrs. Allen
Artistic Skill Union Clothing Co
Harry Rose
Arizona visitors mingle at Freeman and Norris homes
Upper Animal Mr and Mrs Winkler of Arizona visit Mr and Mrs Freeman while Mrs Miller returns home to Douglas after a JP Bar ranch stay. Tom Upshaw visits Mrs Norris in Clifton Artz Frank Eaton improves after surgery Yarborough visits JF Bar ranch. Cloverdale dance on the 29th proves successful. Snow appears on the Animas mountains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Winkler
Arizona
Freeman
Miller
Douglas
JP Bar Ranch
Tom Upshaw
Norris
Clifton, Artz
Frank Eaton
Yarborough
JF Bar Ranch
Cloverdale
Animas Mountains
Railroad chief Titcomb praised for guiding Arizona Eastern
A railroad chief, H B Titcomb, president of the Arizona Eastern and Sub-Pacifico de Mexico lines, is lauded for expanding American Haes earnings and earning the confidence of Mexico's leaders. At the recent board meeting, Titcomb and the old directors were re-elected, with officers listed including Scott, McDonald, Hellerstedt, and White.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ht. B. Titcomb
Arizona Eastern
Sub-Pacifico de Mexico
Col
Randolph
Mexico
Republic
Southwest
Julius Reutisehaltz
New Canaan
Conn
Local and Personal Notes from the Southwest
Local items from El Paso to Tucson note social visits and travel including Dr and Mrs Paul Austin heading to El Paso, a small house fire at Mr and Mrs Felix Jones, and cars stuck in snow between El Paso and Deming. MecEvoy the jeweler promotes Christmas goods while Heather Furniture Store offers sales and payment plans. The Sunshine Club in Tucson reports 421 members since September 1. John Robson of Tucson and P Mansfield of Steins attend a bank directors meeting Tuesday.
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New Mex
Paul Austin
el Paso
Auto
Felix Jones
John Robson
Tucson
4. P. Mansfield
Steins
Wreck Report Reaches Coloma By Radio
In Coloma Michigan on December 4 1028 a listener reports hearing via radio that the Sunset Limited struck a freight train near Lordsburg New Mexico at 1230 pm central time. The engineer is said killed and passengers badly shaken. The writer notes radio marvels and sends weather remarks once again.
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Coloma
Mich
Mr. Holt
Lordsburg
New Mexico
Damon Dunagan Celebrates Ninth Birthday At Modern Cafe
Damon Dunagan marked his ninth birthday with a party at the Modern Cafe Saturday afternoon. A group of his young friends attended the celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanley Hewett
Deamon Dunagan
Modern Cafe
Anita Copper Co Names Carl F. Schaber
Carl F. Schaber, a noted mining engineer, has joined the Anita Copper Co. ranks, strengthening the company’s technical leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl F. Schaber
Anita Copper Co
Deming Chamber Of Commerce Celebrates 11th Anniversary
Deming Chamber of Commerce marked its 11th anniversary with a banquet. The event praised past leadership, noted strong finances, and featured speakers including Prof Hunter Moses of State College and G A Martin of the El Paso Herald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deming Chamber of Commerce
Deming
Southwest
Board of
Dirvetors
Sam Seldmore
Wees
Hunter
Moses
State College
G. A. Martin
el Paso Herald
PT. Robinson
S. PL
Asst
Pass
Privzetl
West End
F.C. Donahue
Santa Fe
Willard B. Holt
Lordsburg
FL HK. Gilmore
de Fc. Motfian
Sermon on Matthew Guiding Stars for Humanity
A reflection on Matthew chapter two and Christlike virtues. The speaker urges humility and nonjudgment, citing Jesus as a model of service who gave his life for others and teaches selflessness as a path to justice and righteousness.
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Matthew
Christ
Lordsburg Hospital Births and Medical Updates
Mr and Mrs Ronald A Egan welcomed a fine 9%tb daughter born Monday afternoon. Mrs Eddie Allen and son are doing beautifully. Dislocated wrist fixed for Miss Marie Quinn. Mrs Chas Pence continues to improve. Amputation of a Mexican's foot performed this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronald A. Egan
Eddie Allen
Marie Quinn
Chas
Marcia Margarette Egon Born to Lordsburg Notables
The 9%-year-old daughter of Chancellor Commander Ronald A. Egon and Mrs. Egon presents her compliments to Lordsburg this morning. She was born Monday afternoon December 10, with Judge and Mrs. G. E. Egon elated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronald A. Egon
Lordsburg
Dee
G. Egon
Community Meeting Promises Local Leaders and Members
On Monday evening the Parent-Teacher program will feature Pastor T. A. Phillips and R. B. Ownby along with Jewell Ownby Mes. Cougill Mrs. Crowell Mes. Walker Mrs. Barnwell Junior Augustine Melvor Lamb and others. Better go.
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T. A. Phillips
R. B. Ownby
Jewell Ownby
Mes. Cougill
Crowell
Mes. Walker
Mrs. Barnwell
Junior Augustine
Melvor Lamb
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Virden News
Billie Klusmire
Church OF Christ
Star Theatre Program
Heroes OF the Rails
Bridge Club
Fairyland
Earth People
Fairy People
Sunshine
Earth Children
Santa Claus
North Land
Santa
Mary
Sune Barnwell
Henry W. de Forest
Swenson
HB. Titcomb
E. White
W. Hinchcliffe
Moses Drachman
Willard FE. Holt
M. Scott
Add. McDonald
Dno
BE. White
AWK
van Deventer
Mensis
Kruttschoitt
de Forest and
Me Kruttschnitt
L. A
Jack
Willcoxn
Mekyvoy
Jeweler’s
Doe Ellison
Coon Ranch
K. OW. Cureton
McEvoy
Sunshine Club of
MecEvoy
Heather Furniture Store
McEvoy's
Michigan
Damon
Anita
Lordsburg Hospital
Marcia Margarette Egon
P.T. Neat
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