Local and Personal Notes From Brady and Surrounding Areas
Local items report Jim Ballou extending his paper to Brady Texas Miss Schofield returning to work at the University of Arizona and Mildred Trimble visiting Tucson for part of her vacation. Mr and Mrs J J Cohn of Duncan visited Lordsburg, BF Fitz expected in Lordsburg around January 12. Copper and lead prices cited. Devine received a mining communication from Kourania. Sullivan couple in California with best wishes from all. Mallady couple back from California vacation and health praised. Mrs Mary S Casner renews subscription from Chula Vista praising health. W M S tea to be held at Mrs Nat Gammon’s Friday Jan 9 1925 Knights Walker and Johnson from Surminit and Knight Krannanwitter from Hachita attended the big show Tuesday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Ballou
Brady
Texas
Schofield
University of Arizona
Mildred Trimble
Tucson
J. J. Cohn
Duncan
Lordsburg
BF. Fitz
J. BK. Devine
Kourania
Mra. Sullivan
California
C. ¥. Mallady
Nat Gammon
Knights Walker and
Johnson
Knight Krannawitter
Hachita
Two Good Men Go South in Local Moves
Former Assessor Jordan moves back to Rodeo and ex-Treasurer Ewing returns to his Animas ranch, signaling shifts in county leadership and local governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jordan
Rodeo
Ewing
Animas Ranch
Penal provisions constitutional under state prohibition law
Santa Fe decision declares the 1923 state prohibition law constitutional though adopted by referencing the Volstead Act rather than reenacting its clauses. Carl Armstrong of Quay county appealed a still possession conviction, bringing the question before the Supreme Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
Supreme Court
Carl Armstrong
Quay County
Under the Red Robe at Star Theatre January 8 9
A historic melodrama set in 1630 France follows Cardinal Richelieu’s pursuit of Henri de Cocheforet with Gil de Berault as spy and lover. Druided tensions rise as rival troops, the Duke of Orleans, and secret missions collide. Star Theatre presents the show on January 8 and 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Louis
Cardinal Richelieu
Richelieu
Henri de Cocheforet
Gil de Berault
Gil
Paris
Duke of
Orleans
Star Theatre
Christmas in Deming Recalled as Family Fest Despite Cold
In Deming the Christmas spirit warmed residents though a chill wind blew. Santa arrived as John Godwin faced turkey theft with a substitute secured by a grocer and Joe Martin saved the day by moving a turkey to the parlor. Joe Wells pondered a witty gift for Dave Bryant, choosing to give the horse hay and a Christmas card. John Hyatt’s circle teased a rough but merry feast, with bear meat from the Sacramento mountains praised for tenderness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrs
Albert Field
Santa Claus
John Godwin
John
Joe Martin
Golden Star
Joe Wells
Dave
Thomas David Bryant
Ile
Joe
John Hyatts
Sacramento
Mary Connolly
John CG
O'Leary
Deming Graphic
New State Officials Succeed In Key Posts
Governor A I Hannett succeeds James F Hinkle and Edward Sargent becomes Lieutenant Governor. Soledad Chacon reappoints Secretary of State while Warren Graham and Isa belle Eckles retain posts. Justiniano Baca and John W Arm strong succeed themselves as Land Commissioner and Attorney General respectively. Other offices see Ed C Tafoya, Juan Vigil, and Bratton to Botts and Watson in Supreme Court seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. I. Hannett
James F. Hinkle
Edward Sargent
Soledad Chacon
Warren Graham
Justiniano Baca
John W. Armstrong
Milton J. Hellmick
Isabelle Eckles
Juan Vigil
Himelf
Ed. C. Tafoya
Bonifacio Montoya
Supreme Court
H. L. Bickley
C. M. Botts
John C. Watson
Sam Bratton
Mrs. E. M. Luckie Hosts N. and T. Club Tea
Mrs. E. M. Luckie entertained the N. and T. Club on Tuesday afternoon in a social gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. M. Luckie
N. and
T. Club
New Mexico Grain Values Rise by One Million Dollars
New Mexico farmers gain about 1 million dollars in corn wheat and oats this year per Bears Roebuck Agricultural Foundation. Higher prices lift income to near 1923 levels despite weaker corn yields with oats up sharply and wheat also improving. The report notes higher livestock prices follow stronger grain markets and overall agricultural vitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Mexico
Bears-Roebuck Agricultural Foundation
Vals
Foundation
Bill to Develop Carlsbad Cave National Monument
In 1924 Rep Morrow introduced a bill for the Interior to develop Carlsbad Cave in New Mexico. It authorizes opening lighting and related work, building employee quarters and communications, charging admission with revenues to the Treasury, appointing a custodian and guides, and appropriating 80000 dollars with further annual funding as needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Morrow
New Mexico
Committee On the Public Lands
Carlsbad Cave
Carlsbad Cave National Monument
Senate
United States of America
Congress
Secretary of the Interior
National Park Service
Garlsbad Cave National Monument
Garlsbad
Treasury
Sunshine Poem Encourages Kindness and Hope
A short verse recalls scattering sunshine along life’s road and urges kindness. It mentions Mrs. R. I. McDonald of Lordsburg and urges smiles to lift others and sustain faith amid hardship.
Lordsburg Village Council Minutes December 1 1924
Proceedings of the Lordsburg village board record the regular monthly meeting held December 1 1924 with Mayor G W Hanner presiding. Salaries and bills were approved including Harry McKeel clerk and marshal, W Aldrich clerk, A Morningstar attorney, and various vendors and utilities. meeting adjourned subject to call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trustees
Lordsburg
Monady
New Mexico
G. W. Hanner
C. C. Fuller
KR. A. Ewon
P. Austin
KK. K. McDonald
Harry McKiel
Muckie
W. Aldrich
McDonald
Egan
Hidalgo County Political Announcements for Precinct No 1
A series of candidate notices for Hidalgo County New Mexico. B B Onney seeks Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 reelection while C W Marsalis runs for Constable Precinct 1 and James W Darley seeks Constable Precinct 4. Charles A Conner also announces for Constable Precinct 4 with appeals for support.
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FOR Justice OF the Peace Precinct No
Office of Justice of the Peace
Precingt
Hidalgo County
C. W. Marsalis
James W. Darley
Charles A. Conner
Special tailoring prices for cleaning services
Tailoring rates offer suits cleaned and pressed for 1.25 dollars and ladies dresses at 1.25 and up. T can clean anything cleanable. Prices hold only until February 4st with regular rates after. Phone 182.
Sad death of Cleo Kelly in badger hunting accident
A wire from Hachita reports the accidental death of Cleo Kelly while driving from High Lone to Hachita. His companion Jack Coker says a badger prompted a misfire while Cleo attempted to club the animal. The inquest by Justice J P Robson substantiated the facts and Mr Armstrong escorted the remains to Victoria Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hachita
Sheriff's Office
Cleo Kelly
McNabb in Town Checks Railroad Taxes
J. A. McNabb Jr asst land and tax agent of the Southern Pacific Company visited town Tuesday to audit taxes and arrange payment of the first half of railroad taxes. The railroad paid $15,300 in advance to keep the schools funded on a cash basis, reflecting the company’s conscience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. McNabb, Jr
Southern Pacific Company
S. P
Make the most of today it may be the last
The message urges readers to seize the day and live fully, suggesting the urgency of making the most of current moments. It emphasizes time’s fragility and the possibility that today could be the final chance to act. The note carries a reflective, somber tone.
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Mary 8. Casner
Chula Vista
Marion
W. M.S
M. H. Cain
Deming
Wilkinson & Carter
Old Homestead
Lordsburg Power CO
Engineers’ Custom Assay Office
C. A. Mehring
Lordsburg, New Mexico
East Railroad Avenue
N. M
Pext
John Morrow
the Common Council
Harry McKeel Marshal
Navy
Harry McKeel St
Harry McKeel
Lordsburg Printing Co
Jones & Winslow
Lordsburg Water Dept
Kountze Bros
New York
M. Luckie
Sprat
Wade B. Smith
Star Theatre Program
Geo. P. Jeffus
Ins
Albuquerque American Ry
General Electric Co
Clemente Ramirez
Keystone Driller Co
Ene
P. Co
Lordsburg Mere, Co
R. W. Aldrich
Constable McKeel
Vitagraph
West of Waterbucket
Jack” Dempsy
Family Row
Lorna Doone
First National
Andy Gump
Justice OF the Peace
J of the
Precinct No. 1
Lordsburg Printing Company
Willard E. Holt
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