14 Sep 1951
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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1951
Page
1
A special early evening pro and chuck wagon supper for Old Timer members and guests on Old Timer Day Saturday Sept 15 at the football stadium gates open at 6 and chow served soon after. Albert Hill in charge.
The Old Timer parade committee will award prizes in several classifications. Judges from Deming will select the float showing the most historical value and the most original, greatest contrast, and artistic merit. Bicycles will be judged on decoration artistry.
Police chief Lelo Sanchez announced street closures for Saturday morning September 15 to aid the Old Timer parade. South Fidet Railroad Ave Chester Street Mreet and Animes from 4th to Railroad Ave will be cleared from 4 am for spectator safety. Sheriff Dick Richards and De Sheriff E N Jackson marshal the event with Chamber of Commerce support. Business and home displays of the Flag are urged for the weekend gala of Freedom and Liberty.
United Societies of St Joseph's Church announce the third annual Mexican Fiesta on September 14 15 and 16 to mark Mexican Independence and honor nearby Mexico as a neighbor and cultural link in the Old Southwest. The event runs Friday to Sunday with a different program each evening noted in the paper.
Last Sunday about twenty Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Posse members met at the fairgrounds at 9 as hammer saws wrecking bars and willingness were used to repair corrals pens and rodeo equipment. Ed Hitson and Dick Richards led the effort. A lunch for the workers followed and roping activities took place afterward.
The sheriff's posse rounded up a few guilty persons Wednesday morning not dressed in Western garb. By afternoon most were wearing Western outfits, giving a colorful feel to the upcoming weekend events on Railroad Avenue.
J. Malone of Lordsburg, a pioneer resident, owns the sole untransferred original stock certificate issued when the First National Bank was organized forty four years ago on September 20. A loyal citizen he also actively supports government calls and duties. (continued on Page 6)
The Hidalgo County Fair and Posse Rodeo are set for a strong showing with county support and abundant fair entries. Non perishable items should be delivered Friday 2 to 8 PM and perishable goods Saturday by 8 AM. grounds open Saturday at 9 with free admission. Rodeo starts at 2 PM both days. stock supplied by Frank Willis of Virden Valley.
The First National Bank marks its 44th anniversary on Thursday September 20 1907 founded by 14 stockholders in Lordsburg New Mexico then a territory. Founders include R Coon S M Chase W H Small Don H Kedzie A W Morningster and others as Lordsburg grew as a cattle mining and railroad center.
Special football season underway at Lordsburg High with coaches Pharr and Probert guiding a young team. Spirit and fitness praised as essential. first game scheduled Friday night against Las Cruces on September 14.
A county fair report credits a dedicated group of men and women for Hidalgo County Fair success. Heavy planning, ground repairs and redecorating, program and premium list preparation, entry classification, and extensive mimeograph printing and mailing were handled by volunteers and organizers.
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