Maxwell school board elects teachers for term and sets pay
At a Monday night meeting the Maxwell school board elected the new term's teachers with the principal position awaiting a decision from a leading educator. The group includes Counsil, Miss Emma Scott, Miss Gladys Sproul, Miss umphreys, and the Missen, all paid 65 dollars monthly to teach at home. The board praised home- based hiring, noted first grade certificates, and urged attendance at summer normal school. A poll tax of one dollar for every male over 21 was assigned to the village clerk for collection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Counsil
Emma Scott
Gladys Sproul
Umphreys
Maxwell
Colfax County Normal Institute Opens With Noted Staff
The 1917 session opens at the County High School with Prof J H Vaughan directing the institute. Assistants include A R Kent C L Ellis Mrs L C Rhodes Mrs L W Lomis and Mrs Gussie Dyer. Attendance is lower as many teachers take the eight week summer normal course under state law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colfax County Normal Institute
J. H. Vaughan
State Agricultural College
A. R. Kent
C. L. Ellis
L. C. Rhods
L. W. Lomis
Gussie Dyer
State Department
County Board of Education
Colfax County Institute
In Memory of Mr Sae iiE Far from earth and joys
Obituary notice recalls a life swift as a morning star, noting his passing under divine guidance and the comfort of loved ones left behind. Written May 14 1917 by Blanche Humphreys, it laments the loss and offers hope of God’s home free from pain. Also reports Mrs Heiman’s improving health and local land lease news for beans and alfalfa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ures
Blanche Humphreys
Marshall leases Shaw farm plans full cultivation this summer
Maxwell resident C A Marshall has leased 160 acres of the former Shaw land and will farm every acre this summer planting beans, corn, wheat, and oats. The Marshalls will not reside on the farm, aiming for a town house instead. The Shaws moved to Del Norte Colorado, and Miss May Shaw plans a Colorado departure after a short visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Marshall
W. BE. Shaw
Mr. Marshall
Mrs. Shaw
del Norte
Colo
Miss May Shaw
Colorado
Mrs. Marshall
Young ensign misreads deck order in wartime looseness
A Brooklyn navy yard incident shows a junior officer anxious to issue the correct command. In a tense moment he mispronounces "sweep decks" as "swipe peepers" before correcting to "sweep pipers" and issuing the proper order, provoking laughter and relief aboard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Brooklyn Navy Yard
Miss Emma Scott Wins D A R History Prize
Miss Emma Scott, a Central high senior, received the D A R prize for top student in American history and civics. The five dollar award was presented by Mrs F A Hatch in civics class, noting the Pueblo chapter’s goal to foster patriotism and interest in these subjects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pueblo Star Joural
Emma Scott
Central High School
D.A. R
F. A. Hatch
Hatch
Pueblo
Scott
Judge Allen Visits San Antonio Farmers League
Judge Allen of San Antonio arrived Saturday for a brief inspection and investigation trip. He was hosted by A. N. Tyler. Farmers and Stockmen's League has formed, and Allen will represent the group in the courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Allen
San Antonio
A. N. Tyler
Farmers and Stockmen's League
Mr. Allen
Tha
Miner in shooting at christening at Van Houten
Domenek Rea, a Van Houten miner, fired three shots into a christening gathering at the camp. Razio Rocco was wounded in the hand as the crowd barely escaped serious harm. Rea was arrested and jailed for safekeeping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Domenek Rea
van Houten
Rea
Razio Rocco
RACING MATINEE SET FOR JUNE AT Raton Jockey Club
The racing matinee advertised for this city will be held in Raton on Friday and Saturday June 1 and 2 under the Raton Jockey Club. Eight races per day. Local social and Chautauqua notes include visits from Humphreys Patton Sproule Brown and others with travel to Maxwell Trinidad Las Vegas Springer and Chico for various events and visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raton
Briles Acquitted of Murder of Woolfolk
The jury found C. B. Briles not guilty after 114 hours of deliberation in the murder trial of Fred Woolfolk and Paul Woolfolk. Briles claimed self defense as he faced an indictment for killings on a Hartington area claim. Mrs Briles testified to an insult prior to the homicide, but the court blocked related evidence. Briles faces trial on Paul Woolfolk murder next term. bail set at 8000 dollars but not posted. Miss Helen Kirkpatrick returned from Raton after graduating high school and will spend the summer at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. BD
Briles
Fred Woolfolk
Fred
Paul Woolfolk
Hartington
Wooltotka
Gladstone
Herrington
Brilea
District Court
Helen Kirkpatrick
Raton
John Nolan Arrives From Garden City for Competition
John Nolan arrives from Garden City Kansas this morning and expects to finish business here in time to take No 10 out tomorrow night. He looks like a winner and says he feels the part.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Nolan
Garden City
Kansas
John
Butcher Shop Closes During McLain Kansas City Trip
A D McLain left Tuesday evening for a business trip to Kansas City Missouri to last a week or more. During his absence the butcher shop will be closed. J L Gibson was a business visitor at the county seat Tuesday and Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.D. McLain
Kansas City
J. L. Gibson
Methodist Church Notes Preaching Sunday at 11 with Communion
Dr. S Alonzo Bright district superintendent will be with us next Sunday morning at 11 oclock Communion service following the preaching service Plan to be present Bad weather reduced attendance last Sunday night Chautauqua Pastor away this week at sub district conference Springer Remember the Sunday school Be there on time next Sunday
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Alonzo Bright
E Springer
For Sale A Few God-brood Sons and Ghosts
Auction note from A H Smith Maz Weil offers select items described as god-brood sons and ghosts for sale. The fragment hints at a catalog-like listing with uncertain details and no clear price or terms. The readable element centers on the sale notice by two names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Smith
Mazweil
Mayo Brothers Turn Rural Rochester Into Medical Giant
Dr McDowell writes from Rochester in 1917 praising Will and Charles Mayo. He recalls their humble beginnings, notes their vast patient flow and income, and describes St Marys hospital, Kahler and Cook hotels, and the Mayo Clinic complex. He highlights their dedication, patient reach, and the town’s transformation.
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Rochester
Minn
Will
Charles Mayo
Mayo Brothers
St. Mary’s Hospital
Charlie
Earth
Roumania
Will Mayo
Europe
Kansas City
Chicago
Mayo Brothers’ Clinic
Charles
St. Mary's Hospital
Colonal Hotel
Cook ‘Hote
Mayo Bros
St. Marys Hospital
Kahler Hotel
Cook Hotel
Colonial
Mayo Clinic
Mayo
Maxwell
Adios
M. T. McDowell
New Maxwell Engineer Arrives Aiming to Boost Water System
11, W. Smith succeeds C. B. Case as engineer at Maxwell, moving from western Colorado to manage head gate and lakes. Water flow in Vermejo has been strong for two weeks, filling Lake 32 and half-full Lakes 7, 8, 11 and 13, signaling a likely bumper summer. Hebron dam may be rebuilt this fall, with direct ditch expenses potentially saved if not needed, and farmers expect good crops and money for liberty bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Smith
C. B. Case
Mr. Smith
Colorado
Vermejo
Hebron
Maxwell
Brennan brothers travel to Raton for day on business
Harry Brennan came up from French Tuesday morning and was joined by his brother John. The two drove to Raton to spend the day on business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Brennan
French
John
Raton
Death of Mr Turner shocks Windfield family in Kansas
Mrs J R Turner learned of her father's death at Windfield Sunday while traveling to Newton. She reached Windfield in time for the funeral. The father had been ill for some time but his family did not grasp the severity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Turner
Newton
Kans
Windfield
Mrs J Gordon Smith Visits Raton During Chautauqua Week
Mrs J Gordon Smith is spending Chautauqua week in Raton as the guest of Mrs Robt Landry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Meikle
Mills
C. E. Funk
J. Gordon Smith
Raton
Robt. Landry
Maxwell Folks Attend Chautauqua in Raton
A good portion of Maxwell residents have been in Raton this week for the Chautauqua event, enjoying lectures, music, and community activities. The visitors report a warm reception and lively schedule, with locals taking in performances and talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raton
Ideal climate in Maxwell district attracts Prea visitor
John Vail of the land company is spending much time in the Maxwell district where the climate is attracting Prea. He plans to remain for most of the summer on the tract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maxwell District
Prea
John Vail
The
Land Company
Chautauqua Closes with Pinafore Tonight
The long running Chautauqua festival ends this evening with a final presentation of the comic operetta Pinafore. Tickets remain available at the box office as crowds gather for the closing performance.
Also Mentioned on This Page
MR. Sae
Sam Heiman
Daweon Hospital
Ray L. Quinn
Herbert White
Allen
County Seat News
Racing Matinee
Lee’ ‘Humphreys
Marguerite Patton
Gladys Sproule
Evelyn Brown
Maxwell Schools
Teachers’ Institute
Gabe Zellers
O. D. Gephart
Trinidad
Paul Nutter
Rev Lockridge of
Springer
Gaines
Charley Cunningham
Yssterday
Las Vegas
George Gillespie
Frank and
Shadon
Eva Smith
L. E. Kelly
Chico
Methodist Church
M'Dowell
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