Why Southern Pacific must pay New Mexico millions of outside funds
The article explains that freight and passenger traffic from New Mexico do not cover the high level of service required to compete for interstate traffic. It details payrolls, fuel and material costs, and taxes paid by the railroad across multiple counties, arguing that state revenue and taxation shape the road's financial burden and the need for legislative restraint on new debt.
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Southern Pacific
New Mexico
Otero
Lincoln
Guadalupe
Torrance
Quay
San Miguel
Harding
Colfax
Dona Ana
Luna
Grant
Hidalgo
Deming
Lordsburg
Dawson
Why Tax Rates Increase in New Mexico Legislature
The Taxpayers' Association warns of growing general appropriations, with an £125000 raise possibly reaching $300000 and 22 road bills adding $350000. Many bills propose new expenditures, from free textbooks to old age pensions, a demonstration farm, and indigent care, while revenue-raising measures are few.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taxpayers’ Association of New Mexico
Bureau of Mines
Board of Regents
School of Mines
Capitol
Wagon Mound
Union County
Legislature urged to curb expenditures and fix revenue system
The article urges no further spending increases until an effective revenue system and an adequate Public Moneys Act are in place. It stresses these issues should be addressed before the Legislature adjourns.
New Mexico Mineral Output Rises Across Metals in 1924
New Mexico reports total metal output rose by 860 195 in 1924 as gains in silver lead copper and zinc outweighed a drop in gold. Silver reached 899 000 ounces up from 747 127. lead 4 800 000 pounds down slightly from 4 832 AT. copper 74 900 000 pounds up from 61 556 000. zinc 20 000 000 pounds up from 16 496 000.
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New Mexico
Five New Faces in Cabinet Include Mellon and Hoover
The cabinet introduces Secretary of State Frank KB Kelley, Attorney General Charles B Warren, Treasury Andrew Mellon, War John W Weeks, Navy Curtis D Wilbur, Postmaster General Harry S New, Agriculture Van M Jardine, Commerce Herbert Hoover, Labor James J Davis, Interior Hubert Work with various state affiliations.
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Frank KB. Kelley
Mion
Charles B. Warren
Michigan
Treasury
Andrew Mellon
Pennsylvania
John W. Weeks
Massachusetts
Navy
Curtisg D. Wilbur
California
Harry 8. New
Indiana
van. M. Jardine
Kansas
Commerce
Herbert Hoover
Califonia
James J. Davis
Hubert Work
Colorado
One Cent Carries Ton of Freight Across Rail Network
Interstate Commerce Commission data show revenue per ton mile at 1.118 cents in the first eleven months of last year, narrowly higher than 1.116 cents the year before. Passenger distance rose from about 184 to nearly 200 miles while riders per car fell from 16.30 to 15.38, and commuter distance edged up from 14.37 to 14.64 miles, highlighting suburban growth.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Saint Patrick Story Alive In Irish Legend And History
A compact retelling traces Saint Patrick from slavery in Ireland to missionary work and church building after a dream guiding him to convert Ireland. It notes uncertain birth year around 389 and death on March 17 464, and cites legends of snakes, the shamrock as doctrine symbol, and Patrick’s enduring cultural fame among Irish families.
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England
Britain
Ireland
Closed Cars Rise in Popularity Bearing on Olds Output
In 1923 Olds Motor Works Lansing produced 33 percent closed cars, 1924 half of production was closed, and 1925 schedules call for 75 percent closed cars. The shift reflects broader industry trends toward affordable closed automobiles with driver visibility and ventilation. The current year aims for 60 percent coaches, 5 percent other closed types, and 25 percent open cars.
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Olds Motor Works
Lansing
Michigan
Live Your Love Without an Interpreter
A reflective line emphasizes authentic affection that transcends language barriers. The phrase suggests romance requires sincerity and personal effort rather than translation or explanation.
Military camps recruit young men from six states
The C M T Camps program opens for thirty days starting July 28 across six locations Fort Sam Houston Fort Crockett Fort Bliss Fort Sill Fort Logan and Fort Huachuca All transportation clothing food and quarters are free government pays homeward travel after camp Applicants receive citizenship training and recreation to build character Write to CG M T G Officer Eighth Corps Area Fort Sam Houston Texas for an application blank Applications are accepted in order received delays may cause disappointment
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Fort Sam Houston
Texas
C. M.T
Arizona
Colorado
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Fort Crockett
Fort Bliss
Fort Sill
Fort Logan
Fort Huachuca
Altona
Eighth Corps
Love Match or Bluff: A Cautious Look at Matches
The line between genuine affection and a con or bluff can blur in dating scenes. Observers warn to verify intentions, read signals carefully, and avoid trusting charm alone.
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Physicans and Surgeons
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KR. E. Buvens
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Lodge Directory
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K. of P. Hall
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N. M
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Hidalgo County
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Official Directory
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Santa Fe
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Las Cruces
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