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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1920
Page
4
Friday issue from Santa Fe records the State Publishing Company notices with annual price of 158 dollars and entry as second class matter under 1879 act. This brief item identifies publishing terms and location in the state capital.
A documented release by Representative William J Graham of Illinois details enormous wartime spending across aviation and armaments. It cites millions on aircraft, engines, artillery, and cantonments, highlights contracts with Curtiss, Bristol, and the Ordnance Department, and notes numerous shells and weapons never reached front lines. The report condemns cost-plus practices, mismanaged projects, and profit extractors amid postwar sales and equipment leftovers.
An odd public notice from Torrance references Carl M Githers and an administrator’s action amid wartime rhetoric. The text mocks propaganda, laments misused funds, and honors a leader who “wore the war” with restrained, sober resolve. It notes public sentiment and the sacrifice of citizens while criticizing leadership.
A large gathering honoring John F Young and his parents at Red River near Banforé Colorado and Mexico included eleven children, fifteen grandchildren, two daughters in law and more. The event featured a banquet, social reception, and a wide circle of community members, with attendees from several states and one Panama resident.
Notice of hearing for executors in Santa Fe County to pass upon accounts objections and approval. Describes real property in Santa Fe and related liens and claims with parties including defendants and plaintiffs, and pendency of suit in First Judicial District Court.
State and county notices invite bids for road and bridge works in Grant and Sierra counties with project numbers and dates. Includes deposit details for plans, right to reject proposals, and listing of locations Santa Fe Las Cruces. Also public sale and probate notices with names and parcel details appear in the surrounding notices.
Damaged wheat fields from last week include four inches of hail near town. G R Abernathy and neighbors report losses with fields shredded and straw left. E H Laughter of Solano and others lost acres. insurance coverage varies. Fruit crops show potential similar to last year’s record profits as Farmington Hustler reports.
Paul Hess nears completion of a 32 room two story rooming house on West Coal Avenue. The project sits near the business district as excavation advances toward the 550 foot level with plans to convert the lower floor for commercial use once vacated.
In May and June the Red Cross reinstated 28500 in war risk policies for San Miguel county’s servicemen. After July 1 no further reinstatements were possible, prompting many to take the final government offer. Most policies ranged from 1000 to 5000 dollars. John Pettine was found guilty of assault on Father Meford of the Sacred College. He received 30 days in jail and an 8 dollar fine, jail term suspended on good behavior.
The Alamogordo region shows beekeeping as a profitable enterprise with GA Hoskin operating 35 stands yielding 100 pounds each sold at 25 cents per pound. Apple boxes are scarce as growers contact six factories. Mountain Park crops are down by half, Tularosa crops normal. The Otero county district court adjourned with Judge Edwin Mechem presiding and potential trial of Turner R. Smith on multiple indictments for deposits to an insolvent Agricultural Bank.
Socorro H Taylor discusses a road camp at Willow Creek with three workmen seeking forty or fifty men for a long summer project. The road from Magdalena to Mogolion camp will be ready for heavy traffic. Engineer Hole reports Site No 1 drilling progressing for Von Hagen Oil Interests and spudding in planned near Dati with Stan dard rig imminent.
Progressive citizens of Taos will vote on a road bond of 27000 on August 24. If approved it aims to boost prosperity and increase travel through the valley. Meanwhile a 4000 school building is under rapid construction by Santa Fe contractor August Reinhardt and should be ready for the fall term in Mission style architecture tailored to New Mexico.
The article notes preparations for a local event with promising success, Kilburn selling half his furniture business to Ed and Carson Rutledge, Kilburn securing a Perico well pump and water line progress, funding for Grenville hospital from land company revenue, a benefit dance netting $94.80 for hospital needs, and Tularosa’s T. W. Conway joining Las Cruces teachers exam board readings in Santa Fe.
In Aztec several typhoid fever patients include four Mefford children and the youngest Drace child who are recovering. Goodwin of Flees Vieta reports a slight fever but is recovering. The Hunter Merrantile Co with Monty Enwart plan to manufacture their own ankle and freight bows, securing timber holdings from Mix FH Witcoe in the Alkali Gulch country for an estimated carry of feet. Enwart will lead the project as year after year box material shortages affect fruit shiners and growers, noted by Manager EP Woods.
The Qayton Round Up Association prepares for a grand event this year with a three day carnival. An August 234 date is set for the celebration featuring prizes including S60 giveaways and two major carnivals are planned.
Classified ad offers Thoro bred Rocky and Reds baby chicks described as strong and healthy. Mentions pen Kate Fador Topeka Kansas and Santa Fe for Watkins Famous Products Nod Goods Known Everywhere Profits. Price listed as $3 and Winona Minnesota contact inquiry.
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