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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1930
Page
5
Jim asks about Tim's brother in college. Tim replies he is a half back in football and away back in studies, revealing a play on words about his brother's progress.
In Due West South Carolina the Opportunity School program uses a college plant in Oconee County to educate adults in elementary reading and arithmetic. Miss Wilson Gray leads the effort funded by the State with local support and volunteer aid. About 500 capacity, 20 women staged a dress demo, and attendees range from 16 to 70.
Purchaser of a used car complains a dark object won t reverse. Former owner retorts it is ideal for a one way traffic business, signaling a shady sale and potential misuse.
A comic exchange notes a claim in the paper that one can buy a good wife in Samoa for $3. The husband shrugs, suggesting value in a good wife justifies the price. The item reads as a humorous, editorial style snippet.
The article argues that Thomas A. Edison shaped Ford’s approach to automobile design and mass production. It notes Ford’s friendship with Edison, Ford’s role as Detroit Edison Co. chief engineer, and Edison’s influence on price, production, and vision for live ahead of gasoline cars.
Department of the Interior announces Walter E. Thunagan of Animas NM filed for three year proof to establish homestead claim on sections 24 27 township 20 west in New Mexico. Proceedings before Willard Holt at Lordsburg NM set for July 12, 1930. Witnesses listed from Animas NM.
Department of the Interior notice states Herff Kimble Wood of Lordsburg New Mexico filed intent to prove up a homestead claim on Section 15 Township 21S Range 20W N M P Meridian. Hearing set before U S Commissioner Willard R Holt at Lordsburg July 14 1930 with witnesses B C Wood G J Lyall T A Kerr and Elsie McCants House. V Bd May Register. 1st pub May 30 last pub June 27.
Hazel Smith files for absolute divorce against Leland Jefford Smith in the District Court Sixth Judicial District Hidalgo County New Mexico alleging cruelty incompatibility and general relief. Defendant must appear by August 11 1930 or default judgment may be entered. Attorney L P McHalffey. Witness June 18 1930. Clerk B E Lovett. Deputy Chris Lovett. First publication June 20 1930. Last publication July 14 1930.
Local notes describe rainy weather in Steins and a trip by four residents to a canyon park three miles from Hill Top Mine. Commentary criticizes Independence Day celebrations and posts on tariffs, farm relief, and European etiquette, with reflections on Prohibition era politics and cultural habits.
A critique of small town newspapers prioritizing local pride and personal egotism. The author notes editors face pressures to boost community image while avoiding false praise about residents and institutions. The piece riffs on editors’ reputations and the tension between patriotism and local bias.
A critique of small town journalism argues editors print one side of every issue to satisfy readers and maintain influence. It notes readers favor familiar faces, local trends, and community legends over balanced scrutiny, while editors seek credit and free perks.
A scattered dialogue blends humor about looks and hearing with reflections on marriage. A ventriloquist husband, insomniac nights, and a farmer’s family scene appear alongside quips about parental hopes and the traits passed down in marriage.
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