23 Feb 1928
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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1928
Page
1
Political notices announce JOAN H. TURPIN as a Hidalgo County sheriff candidate and MRS. ROSE STENGELE as a Hidalgo County Clerk candidate, both declaring intent to seek party primaries in Lordsburg.
A garbled candidate notice lists numerous names for Hidalgo County offices including Sheriff Assessor Treasurer Superintendent of Schools and Commissioner across districts. Names mentioned include David C. Sprouse Olivia Wells Mildred Townsend J. Malone H G Albert Ethan Wright Tom Pendleton and others in Lordsburg Cloverdale Valedon Animas Virden Steins and related towns amid Democratic Primary context.
Congressman R. Minor Wallace of Little Rock visits his daughter Mrs. W. P. Birchfield. He served in the House when New Mexico gained statehood and helped push the effort. His daughter is noted for inheriting her father's empire building proclivities with potential for a future House seat.
The Harmony Club at Methodist Church presents a March 1 1928 program featuring community singing a memory study a biography of F W Cadman and Miss Collie Trendt piano solos by Cadman Miss Margaret Holt sax solo by Cadman Mr Raymond Beatt piano solo by Cadman Miss Jewell G 60 reading by Miss Dorothy Stengele vocal duet by Mesdames Ross and Wilkerson musical writing by Mrs G L Ross a vocal solo requested by Mr Samuel H Gass a trombone solo by Mr Hubert Jeffus and a male quartet led by Cadman
On Washington Birthday Jane Alger turned twelve with a surprise 2:30 pm dinner at the Manhattan Café arranged by Mrs Alger. The Laugh-a-Lot club members Nancy and Frances Cross Pauline Austin Virginia Orcutt with Mary Joe Schoepf joined, while Virginia Orcutt and Dorothy made hand painted table decorations.
Mrs Claude Olney entertained two bridge tables on Saturday afternoon in honor of Miss Mary Dee Muir. Guests included Mrs W P Birchfield Mrs Orren Fairly Mrs Rn B Prugle Ima Fairly Cordelia Augustine Margaret Holt Mrs John T Muir Mrs R A bgon Mrs Powers and Claudine Olney. Refreshments were served.
J D Jordan announces as a Democrat candidate for Hidalgo County Tax Assessor in the upcoming primary. He pledges efficient service, cites lifelong party loyalty and supporter activity, and aims to win the Democratic vote. Rodeo New Mexico February 16.
Walter E Dunagan is named for a district commission role in Animas County. Local sources confirm district affiliation and nomination details.
The Democratic Primaries nominate G. W. Hanner for Judge of Probate in Hidalgo County with other candidates listed for party ballot positions. The announcement references Lordsburg and Cloverdale as locales connected to the action and district alignment.
Bishop J. F. Payne visited this week and praised Virden as prosperous. He announced Friday’s dedication of the Virden community house by Apostle Melvin J. Ballard from Salt Lake City. He noted Virden plans 1700 to 1800 acres of lettuce, aiming for about 8290 per acre.
Large crowd watches Lordsburg rout Deming 25 to 11 as Archie Causland leads with four field goals and two free throws. Turpin and Scofield add scoring while Deming’s Kennedy edges with five points. Lordsburg prepares for Bilver City tourney March 1 2 3 with improved defense and passing.
The notice invites attendance at Methodist Church services led by Pastor S. Rice with morning and evening sermons. It urges sharing spiritual needs, inviting friends, and attending Sunday school and League Services, stressing visitors are welcome.
The Epworth League conducts a contest to boost membership and secure more engaging programs. A cordial invitation is extended to young people to attend meetings with Harold Scofield as leader for next Sunday night.
Obituary note describes R. M. Turner pioneer of Jordsburg last residing in Junction Texas. Turner, father of Mrs. Sylvia Kerr, had health issues and died after years in the area. He left nine of his own children and two fostered in his home. Community recollects him as active, generous to education and local causes.
A permanent Literacy Society was organized Friday with election of officers including President Margaret Winslow and Vice President Archie Canstani. The first meeting is scheduled, sponsors named, and a program committee formed. The piece notes glee club progress, student activities, a birding photo session, and upcoming basketball games with Lordsburg and Hurley.
The Star Theatre lists a February schedule with titles including Painted Pontes Felix the Gat Return of the Hiddle Hider on Saturday February 2. Other entries include Paid to Love on Sunday February 26 and The Fair Good on Monday February 27. The program also notes Unknown Cavalier for late February and Hogan's Alles for March.
The Kerrs of Clifton report the birth of Dora Geraldean to Mr and Mrs Roy Dean Kerr born February 13 at a Tucson hospital. The infant is described as a Valentine gift.
At the home of Mayor and Mrs G W Hanner on Wednesday February 6 a 4 6 pound girl was born to Mr and Mrs William Helbig of Bakersfield California the name Norma Jean Helbig appears above
On March 6 1928 Deputy Collector A S Roberts will be in Lordsburg at the Hollen House to help taxpayers prepare and file their 1927 income tax returns.
The Campfire Girls enjoyed a delightful party at Marjory Fairly's Saturday afternoon. Sunday they met with Nancy and Frances Crosse, where Marshellen Loodsell was welcomed by initiation.
Dwight W. Morrow, the appointed Mexico ambassador, reports a warm reception for Colonel Lindbergh in Mexico. He notes the Lovdeburg Airport visit and the overall enthusiasm of the Mexican people. The secretary of the Chamber of Commerce conveys gratitude for Lindbergh's visit.
The Nimas news column reports a wine event last Saturday and a February meeting of the Anbane Rifle Club, with multiple locals listed as present. Socials include a card party at Mrs Chas Yarbrough and plans for a masquerade dance. Dining, visits, and literary events are noted with several residents visiting and hosting.
Joseph Aker, longtime regional pioneer now living on a Duncan area ranch, died Monday at his son Ed Aker’s home after a brief illness. He leaves two sons Quincy and Ka. Funeral services were held yesterday at Ed Aker’s home with burial at Mountainview Cemetery.
Fragmentary letter mentions Maneoe in Sullivan Florida and Hopkins Hoen in NL. A driller from Kentucky is expected tonight to advance oil interests. author seeks trustworthy partners with solid bank references.
Village records a fox capture and mine terror with several political jabs. Citizens debate candidates, taxes, and events as school fuel and gas supply run short. The piece mixes local pranks, mine activity, and campaign chatter with humorous asides.
Pastor Wolve leads morning sermon on The Great Book of The Christian and an evening talk on The Origin of The Church. Mid week prayer meeting every Wednesday. A friendly welcome awaits attendees.
There will be a Triangle Club meeting Saturday at 3 o'clock at the home of Merc K Bovens. The notice asks members to remember and be attentive.
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