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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1918
Page
1
A British troop ship Tuscania was torpedoed off Ireland causing heavy American losses. Reports say 101 lives lost, 22 survivors, including 76 officers, with 2 torpedoes fired and emergency rescue by British destroyers and patrol boats.
A local district judge in Roswell, Judge Richardson, faces potential challengers as rumors swirl about candidates for the upcoming state races. W B Walton, H B Holt, T B Catron, and Governor Lindsey are named as possible contenders, while no definite candidate for Congress is yet declared. The scene hints at political tension and shifting alliances as election season approaches.
The selective draft has already called two County teachers to military service with possible further calls before year’s end. Mr. Glen Pickett from Chauteau Hill school and Mr. L. A. Son, principal at Colfax/Consolidated school, are serving now.
William H. Willcox writes to the State Record about a new road from Clinton to Wagon Mound and a nearly finished Red River bridge near Roy. He notes the Canadian Loop route via Springer and Roy and predicts an attractive auto route to Santa Fe and Taos with views of caverns and Indian settlements once the elevation gap is bridged.
A letter from C. Bachrens of Safe and Lock Co. of Ten Ohio praises New Mexico as having a great future and ideal for young men in stock raising or farming. He notes interest in the Record and commends the fearless manner in which it addresses issues and measures.
Washington February 7 The Walter S. Gifford Council of National Defense urges state councils of defense to mobilize 250000 plus workers for shipyards. The appeal calls for willing workers to move families and endure sacrifices for victory, stressing patriotism and steady labor as key to supplying ships, munitions, and supplies for Europe.
The New Mexico Central Railroad and its property sold for 300000 to S Munoz of New York City, with S Radetzky of Denver buying the Moffatt railroad for 275000. Albuquerque Eastern sold to D K B Sellers of Albuquerque. Munoz plans improvements. bidding opened at 250000 with a 150000 floor.
A Clayton Citizen notice appeals for aid to a large family living in a small six by eight room. The mother suffers from La Grippe, baby is five months old, and nine children need food and clothing. Donations of clothing, especially men’s garments, are requested and can be delivered to the Citizen office or Mrs. Frank Kilburn.
Fred Lewis a Pennsylvania Avenue restaurant operator between Ninth and Eighth streets was arrested days ago on gambling house charges. Deputy Sheriff Cothran and Justice Will Bryars heard the case. Lewis pleaded guilty and confessed ongoing gambling activity. He was held to district court with bond posted by bondsmen.
The State Tax Commission will review a corporate property proposal next month, with Sonya leading the division. The plan seeks to adjust assessment rules and explore new tax implications for businesses.
The 1918 term of the New Mexico Supreme Court will not open until later due to the backlog from the 1917 term. The calendar will show more than double the cases ever seen, with many attorneys from across the state expected to attend and the justices kept very busy for the year.
Prepared text notes Scottish Rite Masons gearing up for their 26th reunion on February 18 and 19. Events include daily luncheons at 12:30 and varied entertainment. Attendees from across New Mexico and neighboring states are anticipated as preparations continue.
Local Elks Lodge plans a patriotic celebration for the Fiftieth Anniversary of the lodge’s founding on February 16. The event includes an initiation of new members, an intermission luncheon, and after dinner addresses. Out of town members are invited. other city lodges will observe similarly with local variations.
The article rails at President Wilson for moral leadership praised in war yet lacking practical administrative sense. It criticizes his indifference to training, favors action over reverie, and questions who will push for real changes. It notes Congress will demand reforms after Baker and Garfield missteps and cites supply and ammunition concerns. It also questions Colonel House’s influence and mentions Siberian railroad interference.
Governor WE Lindsey urges New Mexico farmers to boost pinto bean production and standardization to meet a growing home demand during wartime. He argues beans rival meat in nutritive value, promotes domestic sourcing, and calls for clean, standardized seed, drying, and marketing practices to win broader acceptance in markets.
A fifteen year old boy named Tsabello Pacha employed by a saw mill company drowned while guiding a log toward a chute Friday afternoon. Manager Taylor heard a commotion, saw a boy in distress, but a pole was not thrown in time as the boy disappeared under the water at Alamogordo News.
William Garvin prominent Carrizozo resident dies after his car overturned on Nogal Hills road. Steering failure caused vehicle to roll. he crawled away seeking help but died before reaching El Paso. Body to be viewed at Club House Carrizozo with funeral planned for Angus cemetery.
Washington February 5 the food administration ordered a two ounce bread ration for hotels restaurants and dining cars with the allowance roughly matching that seen in England this measure aims to regulate supplies for public eating houses and travel diners across the country.
Providence Journal notes Chairman Vail urges Americans not to overcriticize war prep and questions Baker's leadership. He argues honest critique is essential in a democracy and calls for replacing pacifist elements with capable administrators to run a modern war effort. He emphasizes that comfort and peace cannot guide a hard-fought war.
State Defense Council and Governor organize seed distribution to farmers to boost food production amid war. Seeds supplied at cost with six percent interest financing, chosen for maximum yield and seed purity. Auxiliary groups urged to promote home gardens and product preservation, while drought relief and wartime duty themes guide public resolve.
An analysis cites MacGahan and Russell as reporters who stirred opinion on the Russo Turkish War of 1877 through individual inquiry rather than press agents. It argues Washington press agents distort news, urging reporters to seek out facts themselves. The piece notes Newark youths enlisting in the Navy after a shipmate’s death on the Jacob Jones, highlighting wartime sentiment.
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