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Newspaper
Lovington Leader
Location
Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1914
Page
4
Lovington residents report scattered incidents from car discoveries in Toya Texas to local fire damage and a recovering homeowner. The note sheet lists a carnival visit by Governor McDonald, store expansions by Eaves & Co, business visits, upcoming auctions, and school singing plans with Prof. Rutherford in July.
An advertisement asks readers if they value health and renewed vigor and promotes Scientific Massage from Prof. GD Martin Lovington N M. It urges trials to end chronic ailments, improve appetite and energy, and restore vitality. A separate line notes memorial services by the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs for departed brothers on Sunday.
Governor W C McDonald confirms he will travel to Lovington in August per Lancaster's request and expresses appreciation for goodwill from New Mexico residents. He asks for a firm date and pledges not to disappoint. The message concludes with cordial regards and signature.
Judge J. P. Bingham invites Confederate and Federal veterans to visit Lovington during the carnival days August 12 to 15 and join the march. He asks interested veterans to write him if they intend to come.
Local chatter from FP. Beckwith notes calls about a roping contest on June 17, 1819 in Texas. He clarifies it is not a big picnic but a major roping contest featuring steers and goats with plenty of fun.
The Lubbock ball team accepted Geo Shepard's proposition and will clash with Lovington in the Clay McGonagill roping contest on June 17, 1819.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the Baptist Church plans an ice cream and cake social likely at the park on Wednesday night June 10. Proceeds benefit the church. If the park is secured it should be a pleasant evening with good attendance.
The news notes a Confederate gathering scheduled for Lovington on June 1 after a rainout on May 18. Judge Bingham, authorized by headquarters, will organize the camp and expects many veteran participants to attend with dinner planned at the hotel.
Cement Block Factory Parties visited Lovington this week with samples of cement block and ideas to establish a local factory. They determined suitable materials exist and a good market could support block production locally.
The Lovington Chamber fixes August 12 to 14 for the Annual Picnic Barbecue and Fair. Governor McDonald plans to attend one day. committees expand with new members and notable plans include a governor’s day pageant with mounted masquers and decorated autos. A movie and vaudeville act bookings are reported as the event aims to be one of Lovington’s largest.
J A French state highway engineer was in the city stating the highway commission will build a road across the sands for Hagerman and Lake Arthur about twenty miles east of Hagerman. The project cost is estimated at about 4000 dollars. The Mascalero Sands east of Roswell would continue as the sands section. French left yesterday afternoon. Roswell News
A letter from J Le Roy Lancaster of Lovington Commercial Club discusses arranging a aviation flight for the upcoming fair. The Miler Aviation Company offers an exhibition with advanced machines and aviators at a competitive price, seeking early terms and dates for the event.
Generous rains cover the Plains as stockmen report record grass and robust crops. Sheep perform well and wool markets rise while farmers note improving yields and optimism. McGonagill’s roping contest and the big picnic both promise success amid widespread smiles.
Department of the Interior Roswell U S Land Office announces Elam D. Lee of Knowles New Mexico filed for final three year proof to establish land claim in Section 25 Township 175 Range 88 east at Loving ton New Mexico. Proceeding to be before El M Lave A S Commissioner July 16 1914. Witnesses listed: John Pf Warren Elbert Shipp Thomas J Dawson Tomshipp Emmett Patten Register. June 12 July 14
Notice is hereby given that William J Chance of Lovington New Mexico has filed intent to make final three year proof to establish a land claim for Lots 8 9 45 and 6 in section 1 two range 30 8 on P M T O M and will appear before Edward M Love U S Land Office Lovington June 28 1914. Witnesses named James M Roden Jr William N Johnson Emery M Caudill Robert F P Love all of Lovington New Mexico. Register May 22 June 19
The Department of the Interior in Roswell New Mexico on May 7 1914 lists public land selected by the State of New Mexico under federal acts. The parcel includes Lots 1-2 and El-2 NW1-4 NEIL-4 Sec 19 Twp 20S Range 37 containing 31842 acres. Protests or contests may be filed anytime during publication or before final certificate and approval, Emmett Patton Register.
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