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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1917
Page
4
Santa Fe Leads State In War Troop Proportions
Adjutant General H I Herring told Elks members that Santa Fe sent more troops to the border relative to its population than any U S city and New Mexico will enlist a larger percent of men for the present war than any other state. He cited patriotic meetings in Taos Amarillo Las Vegas and Santa Fe and predicted strong enlistment as militia officers plan to re enter service. Proposals to raise regiments of Pueblo Indians and Navajoes may double New Mexico’s total compared with other states. The SunShine State shows widespread patriotism and resolve in this crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
United States
Elks
New Mexico
Taos
Tiere Amarillo
Las Vegas
FC. Wilson
BB. Sellers
Albuquerque
Congress
America
Pacifists Exposed as Wrong in War Editorial Stance
The Las Vegas Optic editorial argues pacifists threaten national unity during wartime. It asserts vigorous enlistment proves universal support, strengthens resolve, and discourages interference, aiming to hasten victory and deter future conflicts.
William Jennings Bryan and pacifism in wartime debate
A harsh editorial attacks William Jennings Bryan for spreading pacifism that allegedly led to unpreparedness and war. It argues his influence shaped national policy, contributed to the Mexican episode, and invited German aggression, urging readers to consider the consequences of such teachings on national strength and neutrality.
Fear of traitor’s gold fueled by hateful rhetoric
The Pueblo Chieftain warns against the pernicious theorist of the Bryan type who believes he is right while his countrymen are wrong, risking lives and liberties to prove human experience wrong. The piece calls for vigilance against those who would betray national interests for personal certainty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Increase the Food Output in New Mexico Farmers Told
Clarence Bell, cashier of the First National Bank of Carlsbad, urges New Mexico farmers and stockmen to boost feed production and herd numbers. He notes 1916 meat prices rose, predicting 1917 will stay high, with beef at 6.48 per cwt, hogs 8.20, sheep 6.31, lambs 8.19, and emphasizes finishing cattle, sheep, and hogs at home to maximize value. The article cites 1916-17 market trends and grain shortages affecting winter supply, urging action to end shrinkage and profit from high prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Bell
First National Bank of
Carlsbad
Bell
New Mexico
Agricultural Department
Mexico
To Hell With The People Labor Versus Capital Editorial
The piece laments a near railroad strike resolved only when federal leverage loomed. It argues both sides denied the public during mounting prices and hardship, urging justice for the people who foot the bill. It criticizes Congress for inaction and calls on citizens to recognize their power. New York Exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brotherhoods
United States
Canital
Labor
Congress
Federal Court Opens April Term With Grand Jury and Indictments
The April term of federal court opened with Judge Colin Neblett presiding as the grand jury was empaneled. Among those arraigned and pled not guilty were Charles McGinn and Domingo Martin for liquor offenses to Indians, with Blanctete case and retrial of Chinamen Lee Sam Hee and Lew Moy highlighted. Officials and clerks, including McGrath and Abbot, organized court staffing, while the sheriff and tax commission positions were discussed. Governor Will Remain Home While Dreadnought Launch Shows, Indictments Rise as Grand Jury Returns 21 for liquor sales to Indians and mail robbery in Albuquerque.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Court
U.S
Colin Neblett
Federal Grand Jury
Leo Williams
Foreman
Deming
Sandoval
San Pedro
Cochran
Nogal
Carlos Apodaca
Grants
L. Romero
Carrizozo
Nick Papen
East Las Vegas
Andres Opez
Isleta
Lee Sam Hee
Lew Moy
U. S
Pope
Old Mexico
Circuit’ Court of Appeals
Lee
May
District Court For
Santacounty
S EC
Abbot
Cape
Safford
Hoeter
Mr. Baker
Friday Harbor
Wash
Mary F. Armour
Fresno
California
Armour
Roy Armour
Nebraska
South Dakota
McGrath
Herbert J. McGrath
Grant County
Janet
Harry Lee
Albuquerque
Reformed Heaven Idea From an Old Sailor Tale
A former sailor recalls a humorous remark about heaven as a park with trees and swings rather than streets of gold. An old joke about a clergyman and pickles follows, ending with a reflection that true integrity shines in misfortune and courage, noting a man’s value lies in what he can refuse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alonzo Osborne
Poer
Corn Conservation
Folowin
Roosevelt New Oil Truck Boosts Toltec Operations
The Toltec Oil Company, based in Portales, shipped from Portales to Fort Worth and plans two more derricks within ten days. They recently bought a new motor truck to haul hogs to market at up to 14.95 dollars. Rumors of Roosevelt County shipping all hogs are denied, with about ten carloads monthly and many local growers contributing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toltec Oil Company
Portales
Iag
J. B
Priddy
Er & Terry
Roswell
Roosevelt County
Kenyon
Wilson-Love Farm
Fortales
Orchards Promise Record Crop If Providence Helps
C P Shearman inspected his premier valley orchard and found no blossom loss and the booms looking healthier than ever. A Roswell News report notes Hagerman held a mass meeting to back a test oil well proposed by G C Jensen. The committee of seven was formed to secure leases on 8000 acres and execute the contract with promoters, with drilling to begin within six months after leases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. P. Shearman
Providence
Roswell
Hagerman
G. C. Jensen
C. W. Curry
L. W. McBride
Mr. Jensen
CW. Corry
N.S. West
L. W. McBridt
O. R. Tanner
W. J. Alter
J. T. West
Guy Robinson
Eddy 25 Silos Plan In Eddy County
Eddy county agents promote silo construction with free on site help and a visiting specialist. Plans target 25 new silos this year as farmers show interest and a drilling boom fuels economic optimism in Artesia. Oil activity includes leases, prospective wells, and machinery for deep drilling arriving soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddy
Eddy County
Mormon Colony Planned at Tularosa Near Alamogordo
J M Simmons a Mormon elder from Haileyville Oklahoma prepares to form a colony at Tularosa with arrival of settlers at Carrizozo and others en route. Two cars of Hereford cattle arrived in Alamogordo from Big Springs Texas including 12 high grade bulls and six heifers, promising a premier herd for Otero County cowmen. Walker plans to range the cattle in Sixteen Springs Canvas country aiming to produce high grade stock in demand by local ranchers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tularosa
J. M. Simmons
Mormon E'Der
Haileyville
Okla
Here
Carrizozo
Jack Messer
Alamogordo
Big Springs
Texas
Messer
Otero Vanty News
Carl Walker
Alamogor Do
Otero
Walker
Sixteen Springs
Union Board Awards Dayton New School Contract
The Dayton school board awarded J. N. Parham of Dodge City Kansas the construction contract for the new fireproof school building. Price covers construction and materials at 25637 dollars. Work to begin immediately. building will be three stories twelve rooms with an assembly hall and stage equipment. The article lists broader regional notes from Clayton and Union County about road associations and local business acquisitions, wrapping with a column of moral and religious quotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton
J. N. Parham
Dodge City
Kansas
Clayton News
Mt. Dora
Dedman
Folsom
Grenville
Union County Good Roads Association
E.G. Cooper
G. C. Granville
Clayton
McCarty
Union — County
State Highway Commission
Board of County Commissioners
Torrance Moriarty Federal Farm Loan meeting
At a recent Federal Farm Loan Association meeting in Moriarty attendees from Estancia and vicinity included Mrs A J Green Miss Annie Porter I J Ludwick Mrs M Olive and T S Smith. Loans applications total 65000. A J Green and I L Ludwick named to the board of directors with a committee to arrange abstracts. Bank reports show 1407 depositors with deposits totaling 3663069.58 as of March 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moriarty Loan Assa
Federal Farm Loan Association
Moriarty
Estancia
A. J. Green
Annie Porter I
J. Ludwick
M. Olive
T. S. Smith
I. L. Ludwick
J. W Davis
Mr. Wimmer
Association
Estancia News Herald
Torrance County
Herald
Prohibition Election Move Under New Territory Rule
Estancia advocates press for a new saloon vote under amended option law permitting inclusion of surrounding territory. Petitions ready for submission to the board of commissioners at next week’s meeting, seeking an election call under the Estancia News Herald report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estancia
Board of Commissioner
Estancia News Herald
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Pacifists
William J. Bryan
William Jennings Bryan
Germany
N. Y. Exchange
James A. Shipley
Silver City
State Lay Commission
Charles G. Hedgecock
Old Tax Commission
Shipley
Hedgecock
East Las Veras
Henry F. Stephens
State Corporation Commission
Paul A
Department of Education
Santa iFe
County Board of Commissioners
Board of Directors
Jonathan H. Wagner
Lindsey
New Corporation
Rose Manufactning Company
Las Cruces
H. J. Herring
C. A. Payne
H. W. Pontius
el Paso
Tex
George C. Taylor
Frank Butt
R Butt
Pecos Valley Farm Products Company
G. Humphreys
Kila J. Humphreys
Be’ Paso
A. Long
C. Abernathy
EL. Humphreys
Lakewood
Elephant Butte Water Users’ Association
Cuervo
Hell
Yanikee
NEW Mexico News Review
Roosevelt
Francis G. Tracy
Carlsba
New State Board of Water Commissioners
Tracy
Shirley E. Meserve
Los Angeles
Laked
Artesia
Artesia News
Charles_P. Talbot
Denver
Colorado
Schleter Investment Co
Charles P
Talbot
Pennington &Talbot Real Estate Company
W. Holmes
Torrance
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