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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1917
Page
1
Governor De Baga passes away at a sanatorium on Sunday afternoon. He remained conscious until the end with his wife beside him. The former official had been sinking for a full week prior to death.
The New Mexico legislature mourns Governor de Baca with a solemn funeral in Las Vegas and a statewide memory observance. Delegations from both houses attended the service, while thousands paid respects at the capitol. The governor, who faced illness with steadfast faith, died after a long public career marked by duty and service.
Following General Fanston's sudden death and General John J. Pershing filling the post, Pershing cannot address a joint session on Washington's Birthday. He sends regrets to the presiding officers. The program is cancelled and the legislature adjourns until Friday afternoon.
Local residents who did not receive warden or flower seeds from New Wecico members of Congress may obtain a limited assortment by addressing the Publicity Bureau State Land Office in Santa Fe New Mexico. Land Commissioner Robert P. Ervien announces a small seed supply in session, with order of casation and rapid distribution to qualified citizens. Governor E de Baca and Senators Catron and Fall support the resolutions adopted without dissent.
The third state legislature pushes codification of key laws including election and ballot reform. Bills cover budgeting for state institutions, drainage laws, new Llano county creation, and a contested De Baca county fate. Appointments may shift as the new governor signals changes. a federal Oregon style registration plan is outlined by F Mehthop with detailed voter re registration procedures and removal rules.
Washington E. Lindsey was sworn in as governor of New Mexico at 9:30 a.m. in the Supreme Court Justice Clarence J. Roberts’s office. A small turnout observed the ceremony. Lindsey announced a joint message ready for the legislature, and Rede S. Clare of Las Vegas became Senate President, affecting Republican leadership.
A bi state effort defines aid to the governor’s family with bills in both houses. Secretary of State Antonio Lucero leads a three member committee assisting with funeral arrangements and escorting the body to Las Vegas. A conference committee seeks agreement on assistance funds drawn from the estate, with proposed installments over four years.
Judge Colin Neblett was sworn in as federal judge at the federal building and began his duties by opening court and recessing to Monday. Justice Parker administered the oath in front of a large attendance of attorneys and officials. Neblett received broad cross party support as he assumed the important federal post. In other news, Clayti Carl Eklund plans to invest 13000 in improvements on the Heorth Eklund hotel and lower Seneca ranch, adding value to the property.
A. E. James, head of the New Mexico Taxpayers League, says attendance records for state normal schools are padded. He faces strong local response from Silver City and Las Vegas critics, while El Baton defends the schools as standard institutions and notes limited state spending compared to attendance. The letter from El Baton argues against misrepresentation and affirms the value of the normal schools.
August Heckscher of New Jersey Zinc Co and associates have acquired the controlling interest in the Carlisle Mining Company in Grant county. The Carlisle, once owned by Marsh L. Leit er and N. Z. Fairbanks of Chicago, was a major 1880s gold producer. After 1890 it was flooded, now unwatered, yielding a large ore body as depth increases. A 125 ton mill is being erected to handle a much larger output.
The State Department of Education receives a report plan from County Superintendent Warren via Meekly Postal Card reports. Teachers must list attendance and names of parents violating the Compulsory Attendance Law, with weekly mailings to the county supervisor. Truancy declines as daily attendance improves, while Santa Fe County prepares for a major Teachers Convention at Santa Fe High School in mid March.
Timbers for bridges and culverts arrive with Indian freighters to distribute them along the Gallup Mesa Verde road. Government crews, carpenters, and an Indian labor force prepare foundations and camps. Grading starts in two months, aided by a tractor and road equipment. The project aims to open trade routes into Gallup and ease travel through western Colorado Arizona and California.
A large gathering of visiting Scottish Rite Masons fills rooms and hotels as speakers and members from New Mexico and other states convene for instructive sessions, social events, and a sacred concert. The roster lists numerous attendees from Albuquerque Roswell Santa Fe and other cities, reflecting a statewide and multi-state assembly.
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