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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1923
Page
1
Santa Fe announces new state land leases for oil and gas with two forms. The low rental requires drilling within one year or pay 100 dollars per section yearly after year one. Rates: five cents per acre up to 5 000 acres and one cent per acre 5 000 to 50 000 acres.
Reports from U S and Mexican commissioners in session at Mexico City predict soon formal recognition of the southern republic. El Paso could host a larger celebration than the golden Jubilee if recognition occurs. Charles B. Warren, longtime friend of the Liberal editor, is noted as a key American commissioner.
H. H. Thomas resumes his long time role at the Mint Cafe after Mrs Rosted sold it. June 14 21 marks a note of social gathering with old friends and a visit from the editor at the Bates residence.
A 1923 Miami Arizona murder trial drew tears as attorney Scarborough spoke to the jury. The defense addressed the jury, urging due process, cautioning against hasty convictions, and invoking the harm of capital punishment while describing an innocent man’s fate. The jury retired after judge instruction. Scarborough’s performance impressed locals.
Southern Pacific installs a giant turntable at Lordsburg terminal and upgrades power, steam lines, and heat insulation. Engineer Kt. Benzie says off lines go underground to reduce fire risk as the yard advances toward handling larger traffic.
Heather Trio presents a June 20 musical at the Methodist Church at 8 PM featuring songs and duets including Chant Lords Prayer and I Will Take You Back. Proceeds fund building a new church. tickets or offerings invited.
The federal district court in St Paul confirmed the Interstate Commerce Commission order granting Southern Pacific control over Central Pacific. The merger, key to the Harding administration’s railroad consolidation policy, was reported by Wall Street sources with Elmer Sehlensinger of Stanchfield & Levy noting the two lines had once been consolidated before splitting.
Next Saturday evening the Odd Fellows and their wives will celebrate with a banquet, music, and speeches at the local lodge hall. Mrs. FG Cline of Lordsburg is visiting Silver City this week, staying with Mrs. Hyman Abrahame at 610 Cooper Street, and plans to leave for home on Sunday.
Mr and Mrs GD McDaniel celebrate the birth of their son born June 10 at Lordsburg Hospital at 6 p.m. The infant is the couple’s latest addition and the family expresses happiness.
The Bear Cats will meet Bowie on the home court Sunday afternoon and play a return game at Bowie on June 24. A dance in their honor is planned for Saturday night.
The editor notes Lordsburg remains a thriving town, busy and progressing daily. He travels briefly but affirms he will not abandon the community, praising its quality and forward momentum.
Joe Goodell renovates Sheldon Hotel room by room with bright new gold bedstead paint and a friendly welcome. The entire staff, including Nis, shows the same cooperative spirit and cheerful greeting.
The June movement of young cattle under way includes a 1500 head shipment of yearling steers by GO 8 Cattle Company and Herbert J. McGrath from Whitewater. P. M Shelley and neighbors plan to ship about 2 1 2 cents? on the 6th of this month and C W Parks and others of the Dry Creek district will ship 750 head on the 14th.
The Star Theatre presents Gods Crucible and Man From Home featuring Star James Kirkwood on June 17 18 19 and 20 then All Fair in Love. Goldwyn Pictures The Ordeal with Star Agnes Ayres on June 21 22. Tarzan and a two reel Still Going Strong on June 23. Charles Ray appears June 14 15 in Two Minutes to Go. Prices 28e and 55e.
Last Saturday afternoon a group of girls met at Mrs. Frank Coon’s home to organize a Vacation Club. The club will meet each Saturday afternoon for instruction in fancy work. The next gathering will be at Zena Whistler’s.
The Liberal reports a Mark Master’s penny from Azuza Chapter No. 89 in Azusa California chartered April 18 1900. It was picked up by Win Blackburn.
Mr and Mrs T B Birtrong traveled from Animas on Tuesday morning and Tom reports the town feels mighty good since the arrival of the new agent.
Stephen Martin brother of Mrs Roy Peak married Miss Nettie York of Hays Kansas. They plan to reside in Elsworth Kansas. Also mentioned are Mr and Mrs E M Fisher and others who visited a swimming pool Sunday, enjoyed a swim then a camp fire and picnic.
Arch McDaniel and Lucy Hughes wed May 6 1923 at Silver City New Mexico. Bride is Tipton Indiana native daughter of L P Hughes. groom is San Saba Texas native son of Mr and Mrs T N McDaniel. The couple began their romance two years ago after Mike Hughes arrived from Todiana. Friends extend congratulations.
Last Wednesday afternoon Miss Mildred Clayton entertained Miss Mabel Brown Miss Arabella Jones Cecelia Jones and Mrs Agnes Hardin at a farewell party. The gathering reflected a warm social sendoff among local residents.
Wednesday evening at seven o'clock Mrs. George Trimble and Mrs W. P. Hill hosted a birthday tribute for Dr. Crocker at the Trimble residence.
The Sew and So club met at the home of Mrs. Frank R. Coon yesterday afternoon.
Excerpt from a U S Bureau of Education bulletin stresses the lack of supervision in one teacher rural schools. It argues that untrained teachers fail to inspire progressive farmers and families move to towns for schooling, weakening communities and farm productivity. It calls for educational leaders to train teachers and mobilize community support.
The Church of Christ led by Minister T A Phillips lists Sunday services with Bible School at 10 am and Lord's Supper and Preaching at 11 am on June 7. Evening services follow with a 6 45 pm Christian Endeavor and 7 45 pm sermon. midweek Prayer Meeting and Bible Study occur every Wednesday at 7 45 pm.
Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph officials announce a second transcontinental line from Denver to Los Angeles via Albuquerque El Paso and Phoenix. The project, in conjunction with AT&T, will require new pole lines and offices from Denver to Yuma and is to be completed by January 4 1924.
Luella Clark writes from Silver City New Mexico on June 8 1923 requesting the Liberal for the next eight weeks. She praises the weather describes the students as a nice bunch and notes they are all hard at it.
Engineer Bassett, heading federal aid efforts through Lordsburg, is accompanied by his wife who has joined him in the assignment.
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