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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1928
Page
2
The article advocates forming the New Mexico State Publicity Association to promote undeveloped resources. It highlights mineral wealth cattle ranges Mohair and cotton, homeseeker and investor interest, climate and scenery, and seeks to attract capital and provide reliable publicity material for readers and lawmakers alike.
Editor calls readers to support growth in New Mexico, praising local business backers and plans for a better economy. Notes cleaner streets, sidewalks, and civic pride, while criticizing charity practices and noting a 1500 dollar House appropriation for prohibition enforcement.
Fragmented account from Lordsburg and Shakespeare mentions volunteers, rides, meals, and activities. The text details a gathering with horse and wagon use, breakfast served, and crowd movement, ending with scattered references to sites and events. The overall meaning is garbled but conveys a community event.
A 19th century patrol recounts night watches and a grass fire near Gage Creek Canyon. Cavalry under Capt. Black and Lt. Ambler pursue Indians toward Cave Creek Canyon while encountering casualties and cattle killings. The party tracks bands near Horse Shoe Canyon, joins with Captain Mack, and later links with Newman rangers near Doubtful Canyon and Lordsburg. The narrative blends travel, firefighting, skirmishes, and veteran reminiscence.
A 1885 Apache raid service story reveals Territory of New Mexico funds shortage leaving rangers unpaid with vouchers of 36.50 each. A 1889 Adjutant General letter urges payment by the Territory, while claims are debated amid statehood era reforms. Lane Fisher’s commission noted by Arizona officials. Kansas notary confirms copy.
Executive Department of Arizona letters dated October 4 1885 authorize Lane Fisher as Captain and John Parks as First Lieutenant with blank election dates to be filled. Colonel Egan to endorse oath on back and second lieutenant’s full name and commission to be forwarded soon from Phoenix via Adjutant General F. P. Ainsworth.
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