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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1921
Page
5
The State Record of Santa Fe in 1921 reports on public access to state information, Magee's criticism of the Journal and government transparency, and a defense of officials. It notes a state auditor's office and disputes over figures and accountability, highlighting a tense political exchange in New Mexico.
A fragmented text discusses a controversial proposition tying school funding and tax measures to a broader reform package. It mentions the Southwestern system, public facilities, and calls for an educator lead effort to promote centralized planning while resisting rapid tax increases. The passage contrasts supportive committees with opposing political maneuvers amid public meetings and community discussions.
A controversial dispute surrounds Magee and the Journal as ethics and editorial integrity are questioned amid calls for managerial accountability. The editorial voice alleges manipulation and pressure to drive Magee from business, while supporters urge fair play and adherence to rules. A second paragraph advertises RAT-SNAP pest control claims and a fortune tied to its use.
The article outlines Sells of Haskine advocating a sales tax as a simpler, more economical levy aimed at spending on necessities versus luxuries. It notes figures like Senator Reed Smoot backing apposite measures, praises open-door diplomacy, and references Secretary Hughes notes while weighing global disarmament and treaty concerns.
The article outlines a fiscal year summary noting reduced war debt by 431 million, with Liberty Loans and Victory Notes totaling 21,432,020. by June 30, 1421 the balance stands at 19,149,336,450. Bond payments and inheritance taxes drive much of the reduction, while large foreign debt repayments will help as they are redirected to the U.S. debt. Secretary Mellon pursues a three to five year plan to retire Victory Notes maturing in 1923, easing future payments.
A critical view argues that past government regulation failed to prove the value of regulation of the quackers. The piece questions whether the rule about regulatory measures truly benefits the public, claiming regulation merely expands government payroll without delivering real gains, instead focusing on purer food and not price setting.
An analysis contrasts practical leaders with theory minded figures, noting the public seeks steady competence over show. It praises Harding for endurance and honesty, while acknowledging pessimism and stress on governance as the nation faces difficult jobs. The piece emphasizes gradual return of confidence and the value of practical experience.
The speaker argues that results matter more than which body enacts policy, urging elimination of nonessential work and stopping all nonurgent projects. He asserts taxes cannot be cut until expenses are reined in, defending old fashioned belief in U S government.
The article discusses President Harding directing the budget law with vigor for the fiscal year ending June 30 1923 and plans for a 1925 budget to be submitted next December. It notes Dawes assisting, current appropriations already law, and aims to curb expenditures while ensuring balance through realigned oil balances and credit to treasury.
Congress reduces Army size to 150000 by August 1 and orders seven major camps abandoned. Skeleton regiments will merge, with rapid expansion possible if Congress enables a larger force. Rail labor cuts and coal mine slowdowns push toward deflation and lower freight rates. Albuquerque Herald apologizes for cluttered streets and Sunday edition offense.
A malformed ad column lists a 47 year old mining interests holder seeking an early marriage partner, plus multiple notices from clubs promising fast marriages, a maternity hospital ad, and an astrology service offering trial readings, all implying confidential arrangements and wide member bases.
WANTED men or women to take orders among friends for guaranteed hosiery. Full line for men women and children. Earn 75c per hour spare time or 36.00 weekly full time. Experience unnecessary. Write International Stocking Mills Norristown Pa.
The state corporation commission revoked the charter of the United States Garage of Santa Fe for failing to file the required annual report. The company, incorporated in July 1911 with authorized stock of 14 000 and paid-in capital of 2 000, faced the action at commission offices.
The Catholic Publishing Company of Santa Fe is issued Permit No 1 under the new law by the state corporation commission. With principal office in Santa Fe, the permit allows the company to proceed with stock sales and to open a publishing and job printing plant on Palace avenue, east of the plaza.
The Gallup Telephone Company based in Gallup is incorporated with 150 capital stock and 2000 paid in. Three incorporators Ric Ibukard Gallup Horace T Garner Ali que Lee Gardner are listed with main office at 104 Rei coud avenue. Separately the Senate committee on military affairs met with General Pershing and other authorities to discuss pending legislation on army promotions by grades rather than seniority.
Nursery stock headquarters for Western grown trees shrubs and roses. Write for catalog from Denver Nursery and Orchard Co. 422% Zeni St Denver Colorado.
State Senator Hall, a newspaper juitorner of the Clovis Journal, travels toward Portico to serve as secretary to his uncle E Mont Rielly, appointed governor of Port o Mice. He and his family will stay with friends in Washington. the party sails in a few days. The article also touches on superstitions about Friday and cock crows, plus a brief note on making talking machine records from wax to metal plates.
The State Highway Commission invites sealed proposals on August 30 1921 at 5 00 PM at Capitol Building Santa Fe for Federal Aid Project 48 in Chaves County between Roswell and Dexter. Bids cover extensive earthwork concrete culverts surfacing and bridges with quantities and itemized work listed. Plans and specifications available at the District office in Roswell. bidders must mail application to receive drawings and details.
New Mexico outlines a large road project spanning about 11.9 miles between Colfax and Cimarron with Federal Aid Project No. 10. Work includes excavation, culverts, concrete, dirt work, and gravel courses along Forest Avenue and nearby routes, with multiple excavation classes and material installations across the corridor.
Fragmented OCR lists materials and measurements including crushed stone rubble masonry, corrugated culvert diameters, concrete and reinforcing bars. Mentions various sizes and grades, with unclear context and scattered vendor terms. No clear event or person details emerge.
Construction details for a New Mexico project by the county and district engineers. It lists excavation, concrete, culverts, reinforcing bars, road surfacing, and industrial components with quantities and locations in Santa Fe Las Cruces and Raton. It notes plan layouts, specifications, and office locations for the project evaluation and approval process.
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