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Lordsburg Liberal

Location

Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1936

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Banner Mine Attracts Oklahoma City Capitalists In New Mexico

Oklahoma City capitalists led by Hi J L Grimes back the Banner mine near Lordsburg New Mexico with a 100 ton per day mill. W P Stanford and others inspect, while 23 WPA workers under RR Gale upgrade the highway from the Banner mine to Lordsburg.

Oklahoma City Capitalist Oklahoma Travis Amarillo West Coast Banner Properties Joe Engberg Oklahoma City New Mexico Lordsburg Hidalgo County Ernest Bowman WPA RR. Gale Banner Mine

Pre historic Remains Found Near Red Rock

Excavation at Red Rock near Maurice Cloudt ranch led to the discovery of a skeleton described as a pre historic race. F gs 1B and L S Weaver reported bones intact though brittle with a flat head heavy jaw and head knobs. A charcoal piece was found nearby. The skeleton is preserved at the Weaver home and will undergo scientific study.

Maurice Cloudt Red Rock Mr. Cloudt F. Gs. 1B L. S. Weaver

Miss Louise Wamel Undergoes Appendectomy at Lords High

Miss Louise Wamel of Lords High School class of ’36 underwent a full appendectomy at Lordsburg tal on Tuesday. Her family and friends are advised she is progressing very satisfactorily and will be glad to hear of the surgery’s success.

Miss Wamel Lords High School Lordsburg Tal Louise

Whitfield falls for marriage amid Plymouth buyer brag

Jim Whitfield spent $1100 on Plymouth and plans a public display of his drums at the cottage. He married the gal in leap year, boasting of his bragging fortune. Etta Whitfield of Lordsburg, renowned musician, is linked to the tale from San Daily Union.

Jim Whitfield Plymouth James San Daily Union Etta Whitfield Lordsburg San Diego

Number Seeks Relief Jobs Decline in New Mexico WPA

The number of people seeking relief via the Works Progress Administration in New Mexico dropped by more than 2,000. A total of 2,249 job seekers on the eligible list were dropped after applying in the last three months, reducing the July 3 count from 24,963 on June 5 to 22,714. WPA projects announced include school improvements, park and street work, flood control, and road projects in multiple towns.

New Mexico Lealand Wate Fence Rowland WPA Miera Spring Creek Perico East Pecos Ojo Caliente Santa Rosa Estancia Uerque Madrid Xico Normal University Santa Fe Lordsburg Bonnie Mine

El Paso Transfer Details Mentioned in Rail News

The report notes a transfer to El Paso this week involving Southern Pacific operations. D R Reagan of New Mexico is mentioned along with Mr Bu slace, in connection to the move.

Toll Burrass Southern Pacific Optray el Paso Wee D. R. Reagan Wee Man New Mexico Mr. Bu 'Slace

New Building At University of New Mexico Planned

Kilbourne House Albuquerque contractor to start next month on the Associated Students building at the University of New Mexico. Contract price 94359 dollars not including furnishings. Three PWA projects active, including a state public health laboratory and a University heating plant. Building will be southwestern Pueblo style with ball room, large patio, seven publication offices, offices for student leaders, cafeteria, lounging and recreation spaces.

Associated Students University of New Mexico Kilbourne House Albuquerque PWA State Public Health Laboratory University

Sunday School Lawn Party At Peggy Drenseck Home

Peggy Drenseck hosted a Sunday School class lawn party at her Airport area home with dance games and foods served by Mrs. Drenseck and Dora Lee. Attendees included Erma D. Croom Ruthie Potter Gloria Jones Dorothy Jones Rachel Noche Kathrine Jenkins Eloisa Rodriquez Minnie May Rodriquez and Peggy Drenseck. Prizes went to Eloisa Rodriquez Erma D. Croom and Peggy. A good time was had by all.

Peggy Drenseck Mrs. Drenseck Dora Lee Erma D. Croom Ruthie Potter Gloria Jones Dorothy Jones Rachel Noche Kathrine Jenkins Eloisa Rodriquez Minnie May Rodriquez Peggy

Boys Steal Potatoes In Lordsburg Red Rock Trip

Three boys aged 14 to 18 from Lordsburg took two hundred pounds of potatoes to Red Rock. Sheriff Conner's office quickly apprehended them and handed them to Grant County officers. The potatoes were recovered and District Attorney Joseph W Hodges urged better behavior.

Lordsburg Red Rock Conner Grant County Joseph W. Hodges

Sundgrens Honored on Fifth Wedding Anniversary

Mr and Mrs R B Sundgren and their daughter Dorothy Ruth vacationing with Mrs Sundgrens parents at West View Ohio were honored at a lawn party and reception for their fifth wedding anniversary which occurred in Boulder Colorado June 24 1931. Mrs Sundgren wore a silk lace wedding gown with satin trim and bridal veil. The Reckard home was decorated with summer flowers and several guests from the original wedding attended.

R. B. Sundgren Dorothy Ruth

Consuelo Sanchez Held in El Paso Child Stomp Case

Consuelo Sanchez of Lordsburg is held for investigation in El Paso after allegedly stomping her two year old nephew Manuel Rodriguez who she said was crying. Attorneys are examining the case.

Consuelo Sanchez Lordsburg el Paso Manuel Rodriguez

New Mexico Reports Record Tax Collections Under Governor Tingley

Government figures show total tax revenue exceeding the prior year by 1.17 million dollars with all divisions posting gains. Gasoline tax receipts rose sharply by 396 419 73 dollars, while income and motor vehicle taxes also climbed, reflecting improved efficiency and economic conditions.

John Pagumen Canin Clyde Tingley Bureau of Revenue Tingley New Mexico Governeor

Divine Voice in Nature program by Christian Endeavor

The Church of Christ Christian Endeavor opened with a strong Sunday evening program. Claude E Wood led a session on The Divine Voice In Nature with scripture from Px 19 1 6 and discussions on whether nature and God agree. Mary Allen Shelly performed a piano solo.

Church of Christ Claude E. Wood Mildred Conner Goldie Wright Mary Allen Shelly Mispah Iso Jesus Castillo

Revival meeting draws growing crowds at Baptist Church

The revival at the Baptist Church gains attendees with open air evening services on the west side at 8 o'clock. Rev C F Lancaster of First Baptist Church Pampa Texas preaches to help win the lost. Morning service is 10 o'clock daily at the church building. Coach Moore, pastor.

Baptist Church C. FE. Lancaster First Baptist Church of Pampa Lancaster Macedonia M. C. Moore

Death of W H Smith at Bedrock

W H Smith of Bedrock died Friday and was buried Saturday with Rev Bryan Hall delivering the comforting sermon. He is survived by his widow and five children.

W. H. Smith Bedrock Bryan Hall

Union Clothing to Launch Ladies Ready to Wear Dept

Union Clothing acquires the former Fashion Company stock and names Mrs Clara Kimbley as manager and buyer. The Union department will offer a full line of Ladies Ready-to-Wear Shoes in all sizes and widths and hats to serve former Fashion Company patrons.

Union Clothing Clara Kimbley

Oklahoma Couple Arrives In Lordsburg Leasing Small Apt

Mr and Mrs Mark Hardin of Oklahoma arrive in Lordsburg and lease a Small apartment opposite the Knights of Pythias hall. Mr Hardin visited in 1931 and notes many improvements in the town since then.

Mark Hardin Oklahoma Lordsburg Knights of Pythias Hall Hardin

All American Bus Lines Shows New Sleeper Coach in Lordsburg

A newly built special sleeper coach with upper and lower berths and spring cushions was shown in Lordsburg to All American Bus Lines officials led by general manager Dave Wolamner. The coach features rest rooms, an ice box, water cooler, wash room, card tables, an electric porter call, and a radio in each compartment. John Johnson of the Lordsburg Cafe arranged the tour, and daily east and west schedules are planned to follow.

Burg All American Bus Lines Dave Wolamner B. T. Peyton Glenn Hill Lordsburg John Johnson Lordsburg Cafe All American Johnson

Mrs H W Smith and Family Thank the Community

The bereaved family of a husband and father express sincere thanks to friends and relatives for aid and sympathy after the death. They extend gratitude to Bedrock, New Mexico, and describe the loss as great.

WH. Smith Bedrock New Mexico

Patterson Marries Hahn at Baptist Parsonage

Ernest Patterson of Animas and Miss Mildred Hahn of Lordsburg wed at the Baptist parsonage on Saturday July 11 with Rev. M. D. Moore performing the ceremony.

Ernest Patterson Animas Mildred Hahn Lordsburg Baptist Parsonage M. D. Moore

Old Time Cowboy Here From Central Arizona

A storied cattleman recalls moving Diamond A herds in 1884 and later aiding a 25 000 calf annual Three C s outfit. He drove cattle from Mexico to California crossing the Colorado River, helped found Tombstone, and lived through Arizona frontier years in Sulphur Springs Valley and Lordsburg.

Taylor Mexico Whitmire Place Playas Valley Three C's Sulphur Springs Sehulia Braothers V Cross Tombstone California Colorado Mr. Taylor Lordsburg

Horeheads and Kids In Play Warm Friday Night

Friday games left Horeheads 14 E. P's 6 in one contest. Kids edged Lions 5 to 3 with Pete Chase shining on defense. Monday saw Kids 10 K. P. 3 and Sore heads 10 Lions 4 in the nightcap.

Horeheads E. P's Lions Pete Chase K. P Soreheads

Wedding Bells for Lordsburg Pair in July Ceremony

The home of Mr and Mrs EF Lewis hosted a July 18 wedding for their daughter Knity who wed Virgil Miller. Rev Byran Mall officiated the ring ceremony followed by a three course luncheon. The couple depart for a westward honeymoon and plan to reside in Galaxico California.

Lewin Misa Marshallene Goodsell Carlsbad Caverns Dallas Grand Canyon Colorado Galaxico California Bureau of Autosomology and Plant Quarantine Fl Paso Texas A. and M_ College Lordsburg Lordsburg High School State Teachers College Silver City el Paso Business College

Stengele Family Reunion and Baptism in Lordsburg

Friday to Monday the Stengele family visited Kenry Stengele’s home in Kerwell and celebrated his eightieth birthday. Attendees included Mrs RBW Aldrich and family, Richard, Frank H Stengele and family, Marv ey, Joan McCabe and great granddaughter Joan Prances McCabe. On Sunday Joan McCabe was baptized at Fordham Episcopal Church by Bishop Howden in a four generation gathering before returning to Lordsburg.

Frank H. Stengele Harvey Tom McCabe Joan Kerwell Mr. Stengeles Mr Stengele Kenry Stengele RB. W. Aldrich Richard

Mrs Earle Kerr Hosts Bridge Club Guests

Mrs Earle Kerr presided as hostess for the Wednesday bridge club. Guests included Medames Harold Rolfe Prent Winters and R A Egon with Mrs Winters winning high score for the afternoon.

Shawl Draw Ends as Margaret Causland Awards Prize

After weeks of selling chances on a Spanish shawl bought by Archie Causland in Panama, a drawing was held Tuesday morning. The winning number 19 was drawn by Mrs Lee Brown at Wood, who received the shawl from Mrs Causland.

Margaret Causland Archie Causland Panama Mra Lee Brown Atwood Causi

Two Softball Games Finish With Strong Scoring

On Monday the 14th two league games produced 13 total runs each. Kids defeated K. of P. 10 to 3, while Soreheads beat Lions 10 to 4.

K. of P Kids Soreheads Lions

Family visit spans states with Lordsburg stay

Mr Crackle Wholey and his daughter Jo Anne of Fort Worth travel with James Mann Bevans Sr of Columbia Tennessee after visiting William Townsend and family in Lordsburg. James Evans, Townsend’s brother, is making an indefinite visit, and Mrs Wholey and Mr Townsend are siblings.

Mr. Crackle Wholey Jo Anne Fort Worth James Mann Bevans Columbia Tennnessee Wiliam Townsend James, Jr James Evans Mr. Townsend Lordsburg Wholey

Mrs. Witherell and Stearns Visit Carlsbad Cavern

Mrs. Hubert BE. Witherell and her sister in law Mrs. Carol Stearns left Wednesday morning to visit Carlsbad Cavern. They will view the great underground wonder under the personal direction of Col. Tom Boles Superintendent.

Hubert BE. Witherell Carol Stearns Carlsbad Cavern Col Tom Boles

Edith Brand visits Lordsburg hospital in Douglas

Mrs. Edith T. Brand, superintendent of Cochise County Hospital in Douglas, was calling on Lordsburg friends Tuesday.

Edith T. Brand Cochise County Hospital Douglas Lordsburg Friends

Miss Verna Hancock Returns From Nurses Convention

Miss Verna Hancock returned home Friday from Los Angeles where she attended the American Nurses Association convention. She reports a pleasant vacation and a very nice convention experience.

Verna Hancock Los Angeles American Nurses Association

Lordsburg CCC officer plans two new fly camps

Capt Gun A Schattenbere, manager of the Lordsburg sub-district, told the Chamber of Commerce that two CCC fly camps will be built on the Oureton and Van Meter ranches to house about seven buildings each. Camps should open within two weeks as Schattenberg has recently been promoted from first Lieutenant.

Gun A. Schattenbere Lordsburg Chamber of Commerce Oureton van Meter Ranch Schattenberg

Church Services Schedule for Sunday and Wednesday Evening

Church holds 9:45 A M worship and 11:00 A M sermon titled The Method of Jesus. Evening service at 8:00 P M and prayer meeting at 7:30 P M Wednesday.

Method of Jesus

Commissioner Public Lands reports record income year ending June 40

Frank Wesley shows total receipts of 2,015,294.92 with operating expenses of 66,060.08 or 27.10 percent, the lowest in the land office’s history. Revenues surpassed the prior year by about 200,000 dollars.

Frank Wesley Public Lands Land Office

Edington Honored As School Board Aide In New Mexico

Raymond Huff, chairman of the New Mexico Board of Education, announced a 16000 grant from the General Education Board to revise elementary curriculum and improve instruction. Six thousand dollars will be available each year for three years. Mrs Agnes Edington has been chosen as a adviser for this important work. She attends the summer school at the State Teachers College in Silver City and is the Democratic nominee for county superintendent of schools.

Raymond Huff New Mexico Board of Education General Education Board Agnes Edington Edington Mate Teachers College Silver City

Sermon topics for Lord's Day July 19 at Fifth Street Church

Sermon subjects listed for Sunday July 19 include 11:00 A. M. The Gospel and What to Do With it and 8:00 P. M. The Acme of Interest. Attendance is rising each week and the pastor J. I. Brimberry invites all to attend.

J. I. Brimberry

Lordsburg Riding Club Formed For Horsemanship Aid

A Lordsburg riding club organizes with members including Mrs. T. B. Williams Mrs. Frank Hill Mrs. Dave Williams and children Miss Patsy Carley T. B. Williams Frank Hill Dee Hall and A. G. Carley and other families. They ride twice a month plan a picnic dinner and will host entertainment at meetings. The group aims to encourage better horsemanship and welcomes new members who own horses and saddles.

Lordsburg T. B. Williams Frank Hill Dave Williams Patsy Carley Dee Hall A. G. Carley Owens’ Dairy Tom Kerr Thelma Williams

Lordsburg Tigers Fall to Cosgroves in Silver City

The Lordsburg Tigers visited Silver City to face the Cosgrove Softball team in a high scoring game. Lordsburg led in the second before Cosgrove replied with six in the fourth and the Tigers tied at 6 6 in the fourth. Silver City pulled away with six more runs in the fifth and sixth to win 12 to 8. Lordsburg impressed Silver City fans with spirited play despite the loss.

Lordsburg Tigers Silver City Cosgrove Tigers Cosgroves Lordsburg

Handicraft Specialist Plans Hidalgo 4-H Camp

Ernest Lyckman of the State College extension service, with county agent Paul W. Brown, will meet Hidalgo County 4-H clubs to plan the Big 4-H camp at Cave Creek in August. Hidalgo claims the state's largest 4-H club.

Ernest Lyckman Extension Service State College Paul W. Brown Hidalgo County Cave Creek

Mrs Boswell Hosts Wednesday Sewing Club Meeting

Mrs. Walter Boswell entertained the Wednesday sewing club with seven members present and guests including Mesdames A. L. Greeen H. L. Scofield George Trim ble Harry Martin and Ralph Clark.

Walter Boswell Mesdames A. L. Greeen H. L. Scofield George Trimble Harry Martin Ralph Clark

Shirley Henslee Returns Home After Spine Surgery

Shirley Henslee visited by Lordsburg friends after a successful spine operation at Masonic Hospital El Pan. She travelled home Sunday on a board and plans to remain supine until August 24. Secretary Holt visited the hospital and she hopes to be up around the house soon.

Shirley Henslee Masonic Hospital el Pan Lordsburg Holt Priday Shirley

Public Service Officials From Fort Worth Visit

Luther Raley and John Graham of the Community Public Service Company visited this week from Fort Worth, meeting local officials to discuss service operations.

Luther Raley John Graham The Community Public Service Company Fort Worth

Jordan couple welcomes son at Lordeburg Hospital

Mr and Mrs J M Jordan are the proud parents of a son born at Lordeburg Hospital Tuesday. Mother and child are reported resting nicely.

J. M. Jordan Lordeburg Hospital Ding Nicely

Sheriff's Office Nabs Four Alleged Bandits in Rodeo Robbery

Sheriff C A Conners staff with chief deputy John Cavin captured four men suspected in the July 9 Bu ford Martin Store break in Rodeo. Entry through the front door, safe rolled across the street, $43 taken, and checks left. Fingerprint clues from a sardine can and a distinctive heel print aided identification for extradition to Lordsburg for arraignment.

Buford Martin Rodeo C. A. Conners John Gavin Ue Martin Oak Camp Sheriffs Office John Cavin Trodeo Culiar Roebery Phoenix Lordsburg Cavin

New Mexico WPA Reports 14,000 Jobs and 4 Percent to Public Works

Ivy Rowland reports nine month WPA activity in New Mexico showing 14,000 workers employed at peak with 4 percent of funds to schools and public buildings. Admin costs were 0.2 percent. total $4,636,000 allocated across schools, highways, parks, utilities and other projects. 300 projects completed, 266 active at end of June, with 9,230 workers currently at work.

Works Progress Administration New Mexico Ivy Rowland Ae High Ettnomy Librarien Carrie Ootal Springs

Annie Jones and Lois Jones Visit El Paso Aunt

Mrs Annie Jones and her daughter Miss Lois Jones of El Paso are visiting their aunt Mrs Jack Heather. Lois Jones is a senior nurse at Hotel Dieu.

Annie Jones Miss Lois el Pas Jack Heather Miss Lois Jones Hotel Dieu

New Mexico Starts Fiscal Year with $19,174.23 Surplus

Governor Clyde Tingley announces the state opens the new fiscal year on July 1 with a cushion of 19,174 dollars and 23 cents, praising the management as signs of prudent finances.

Clyde Tingley New Mexico

McHalffey Family Returns From Corinth Mississippi Trip

Mr and Mrs L P McHalffey and their family returned Saturday night from a vacation spent in Corinth Mississippi.

Safety Meeting At Palace Theater For S P Employees

A safety gathering for S P employees was held at the Palace Theatre with H C G McCarthy addressing staff. Forty six accident scenes screened to educate workers on prevention and safer practices. No passenger deaths or serious injuries reported for 1935, while automobile crashes caused thirty six thousand deaths nationally.

Palace Theatre H CG McCarthy Safety Department

Shower honors for Mrs Joe Sullivan by Addie Conner party

Miss Addie Louise Conner and Misses Louise and Ruth Fisher hosted a Wednesday afternoon shower for Mrs Joe Sullivan. The guest list included schoolmates of the bride and several ladies, with Har ry Gale B T Cochrane Dine Adams Gordon Parrar Alton Warren Pete Chase among the hostesses and honoree.

Addie Louise Conner Louise Ruth Fisher Joe Sullivan Mary Josephine DeMoss Goldie Wright Marshailene Goodsell Gracie Conner Harry Gale B. T. Cochrane Dine, Adams Gordon Parrar Alton Warren Pete Chase

Hose improvement noted after safety meeting report

D D Warren visiting Lorda burg for a Southern Pacific safety meeting said Rose Warren’s condition is improving after a shotgun wound. District Attorney Hodges reports the bandit remains uncooperative, giving incoherent language when questioned. The bandit is still held in Groot county jail.

D. D. Warren Rose Warren Lordaburg Southern Pacific Joseph W. Hodges Groot County

Sister Luncheon Honors Miss Powell In Denver Visit

Mrs. Paul Brown hosted a sister luncheon on Thursday at noon for her sister Miss Marie Powell visiting from Denver. A 1:00 p.m. luncheon followed with card games. guests included Mary Jo McWhorter, Veema Bea McWhorter, Lois Ewing, Anna Beth Ewing, Marcia Egan, Mary Jane Egan, Margaret Bradberry, Lucille Bradberry, Lucille Brown, Virginia Brown, the honoree and hostess.

Paul Brown Marie Powell Denver Colorado Mary Jo Veema Bea McWhorter Lois Anna Beth Ewing Marcia Mary Jane Egan Margaret Lucille Bradberry Lucille Virginia Brown

Jubilee Circle Meets at Mrs. Willis Brown Home

The Jubilee Circle of the Junior Missionary Society met at Mrs. Willis Brown's home last Thursday. After a short program on mission work, refreshments were served to Mesdames Halil, O. K. Leonard, Homer Dunagan, A. V. Peterson, Crider, Pete Chase, Howard Deaton, John Cavin and the hostess.

The Junior Missionary Society Willis Brown Mesdames Halil O. K. Leonard Homer Dunagan A. V. Peterson Crider Pete Chase Howard Deaton John Cavin

Crider Returns From Tucson to Teach at High School

R. A. Crider returned Saturday from Tucson where he has been attending school. He will teach in the high school this year.

R. A. Crider Tucson Mr. Crider

Paul Case Visitir Wed In Silver City

Paul Case of Silver City was a business visitor in Wed. He came to conduct trade meetings and discuss local commerce with area firms during a brief stay.

Paul Case Silver City

Miss Maude Steinberger Visits Lordsburg from Silver City

Miss Maude Steinberger of Silver City visited Lordsburg on Wednesday, staying for a social engagement and returning home the same day.

Maude Steinberger Silver City Lordsburg

Fort Worth Man Visits Lordsburg This Week

Luther Ratley of Fort Worth, connected with Community Public Service Company, was a Lordsburg visitor this week.

Luther Ratley Fort Worth Lordsburg Mr. Ratley Community Public Service Company

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Lourds Hi J L. Grimes Okla City New Mining Company W. P. Tford British America Company Louise Wamel Jimmie Whitfield Sundgrens Christian Endeavor W.H. Smith UNION Hahn Patterson Central Arizona Stengele Wednesday Bridge Club Lucky Mrs. Atwood MES. Edington Ridding Club Marion Ray Jordan Sheriff’s Office Commodity Division S.P Jubilee Circle
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