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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1919
Page
4
The August 22 1910 issue reports on the State Corporation Commission hearing Western Union rate increase requests and the ability to set rates with thirty days notice. It notes public interest in Estancia Valley highway plans and a proposed constitutional amendment election in 1919, plus commentary on postal and wartime food distribution challenges and calls for greater transparency from the telephone company.
The State Corporation Commission prepares for a (Is shed) hearing to review Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Company rate increases filed under law. Rates in effect continue until modified. The commission has asked the company to file a complete statement of its Utah business. The public must have adequate service and a fair rate, with a full hearing to determine necessity and fairness.
Sealed bids for State Road improvements in Lea County were invited by the New Mexico State Highway Commission in Santa Fe. Plans and specifications cost ten dollars and bidders may inspect them at Roswell or Santa Fe offices. The commission may reject all proposals.</s>
A committee substitute for House Joint Resolution No. 30 proposes amending Section 8 of Article X of the New Mexico State Constitution. The measure seeks to address county and municipal indebtedness and outlines the proposed constitutional change to be enacted by the Legislature.
Eddy Mayer Blake shipped three cars of sheep purchased from various local parties to Big Take Texas last week. The Carlsbad Current reports activity in regional commerce and industry with updates on local business orders and property transactions.
Frank Vesely prepares a handsome Bell block venue on Broadway with modern sanitary fixtures, nearing completion for a forthcoming opening date. The La Ver City Enterprise notes the emphasis on cleanliness and design as part of the high standard. In Pinos Altos a severe hail storm damaged fruit and corn, while a lightning strike damaged a cottonwood tree and fence as smoke and sparks rose about a hundred feet high.
Government finance discussion covers debt limits for the state and counties, voter approval, and publication rules. Provisions allow highway bonds without popular vote, with tax and revenue safeguards, plus notes on local rattlesnakes, Steins town site survey, and Plains Boys winning prizes at a Brownfield picnic.
The Fort Sumner and Erick son & Co. agents report several large shipments as grass grows plentifully on the plains. The price stands at 11 dollars per ton on the cars, with farmers planning to cut and ship more tons to distant markets.
Lincoln report shows Roswell Hardware Co awarded the contract to install steam fixtures in the Capitan school building with work set to begin Monday.
Capitan sees pebble dash facades as firms upgrade stores and homes while A J Nichols ships 32 cars of valley pears from Las Cruces to Chicago and El Paso markets. Lincol County High School selects Prof Bowles as principal, promising a strong start this fall with a large 4 H and club program statewide.
In a plains contest three 3 year old steers were roped in two seconds with Charlie Wei second. Perry Andrus and Nay Stiles won prizes in a separate event. The Lovington Leader suggests the Lea county boys frequently contend with the top rivals wherever they compete.
Local reports from Deming and Solano describe extensive damage from a hailstorm across farms. A barn on the Edward Hart ranch east of Deming was leveled, while crops in multiple areas suffer, with corn roasting ears ruined and beef cattle market outlook uncertain. Farms in Luna, Roy, and nearby districts report profitable stock prospects tied to cattle and wheat handling improvements. Local business activity includes a modern filling station under construction and heavy tractor sales as farmers prepare for next season.
The Columbus Courier reports Mora gains a new bank with a Broadway building by W. L. Samuels & Son. The First National Bank shows assets over 78 thousand dollars and deposits exceeding 46 thousand. Franklin, the cashier, says doors open within days as A Berg installs light oak fixtures and a fire and burglar proof safe in the vault.
The Levy and Optimo Farmers Unions shipped seven carloads of beans last winter and spring at peak market prices with every car accepted. They will directly handle their wheat this year. Wagon Mound Sentinel notes J M Elder moved a large lumber load to build a granary. Ben Stuart expands granary capacity, while Peter Wagner buys the Millard Alldredge 16 acre homestead near his recent purchase from Minnie Rhyne Spanish-American.
Louis Libertia McKinley plans a $35000 hotel on site 1st south of the Harvey house with about 26 rooms on the second floor a garage and store room beneath it. Opening is set for around November 1 as reported in the Gallup Herald. Robbery case: John Stalick was bound and beaten in his bed by intruders who searched for cash before fleeing. No arrests reported. J C Pinson of J Peoney Co visiting Gallup says 78 new stores will be installed this winter and spring expanding the chain to about 300 mercantile outlets across the region. Local store to occupy new quarters in about three weeks.
Goforth bought the Hamilton place east of town including four water rights from Frank Smith for 7500 dollars. The 140 acre property has OO under cultivation. Goforth, formerly a landowner here, returns to the area and heads to Fayettesville Ark to close up business. The move follows years away from the locale.
rust cuts bean yields as farmers rush to harvest this week. J P Fulfer and several others are among those affected by the blight, triggering early gathering and concern over crop losses for the season.
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