Land Office credits $50,000 to 18 New Mexico institutions
Eighteen state institutions receive increments from a $49,958.42 payment by State Land Commissioner Robert P. Ervien. Funds go to the Common Schools Income Fund and other specific accounts, including University, Normal schools, Mines, Military Institute, hospitals, asylums, and public utilities, with totals shown for each.
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THE
Land Office
New Mexico
Robert P. Ervien
Silver City Normal
Las Vegas Normal
Wish American Normal
Eastern
School of Mines
Military Institute
Miner's Hospital
Ome
Insane Asylum
San Juan County
Treasuer
Senator Lucero joins state council to issue Spanish info
A. V. Lucero of Raton joins the state council of defense and will work in publicity, focusing on Spanish wartime information circulation. He is a Presbyterian minister and current Democratic state senator, elected on the party ticket.
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Lucero
State Council
A. V. Lucero
Raton
State Council of Defense
Yellow paint abuse of Rev Kitching in Moriarty sparks war debt stance
In Estancia valley residents painted preacher Rev Mr Kitching yellow for urging war effort and home duty. A dummy was painted, remarks on patriotism followed. Kitching, a former teacher turned minister, joined the war effort and bought bonds while Governor Lindsey investigated and urged order. The incident occurred May 10 and spread statewide this week.
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Estancia Valley
Kitching
Moriarty
Red Cross
Lindsey
Religious processions mark three successive Sundays
The article notes the Cor Cristi feast observed in the tol with high mass and open altar on Lace Avenue near the cathedral. Pine and pinion trees lined the streets as children in white dresses scattered flowers during the procession. Next Sunday honors De Vargas day for his 1693 victory over Pueblo rebels, with an image of the Holy Virgin carried from St Francis cathedral to the Rosatio ore, and a vow fulfillment by the captain general. A June 15 ceremony will escort the image to the cathedral. State Senator Benjamin F. Pankey received 600 head of cattle from Arizona for his between Sante Fe and White Rock canyon last Saturday.
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Tol
Lace Avenue
St. Francis
Wheat Millers Accept U S Regulation Terms at Albuquerque
A state conference of millers and grain dealers in Albuquerque led to acceptance of U S government regulation terms for wheat. Delegates, including R E Dietz and B M Hunt, pledged support, with a committee to study recent grain rate changes and a push toward standardization in New Mexico.
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U. S
Albuquerque
Putney
R. E. Dietz
Chamber of Commerce
City
B. M. Hunt
Kansas City
The
Food Administration
Chas. F. Wade
New
Messes P Simmons
Hoagland and
Naudin
Las Cruces
John Greenwald
Corse
Paul Kempenich
Peralta
New Mexico
Negro trusty out of penitentiary for one day ride
Clarence Hardy a negro prisoner walked from the state penitentiary gates early Friday morning and headed to Pojuaque eighteen miles north on foot. Six men and four bloodhounds pursued, catching him about twenty five minutes behind. He asked for a ride to Espanola, was arrested there, and returned home in the state automobile about midnight. He was relieved of trusty duties and given an extra year added to his sentence.
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Clarence Hardy
State Penitentiary
Pojuaque
Espanola
Soldier and Sailor Insurance Popular in Wartime
Government life and health coverage for military members has gained wide use. Over 2,000,000 service members insured, with more than 16.65 billion dollars in coverage. Daily applications run around 11,000, many from new enlistees. Insurance must be applied within 120 days of service. The piece also notes fruit crop damage from late freezes and oil leasing activity in the Las Vegas grant area.
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United States
Ameri
Miliary and Naval Division
Bureau of War Risk Insurance
Avera
Soice
Commissioners to seek lower railway fares in New Mexico
The state corporation commission through Chairman Hugh Williams asked Director General McAdoo to cap New Mexico rail fares at 3 cents per mile. An order by the railway administration set lower fares at 3 cents but prohibits reductions below that, leaving New Mexico to gain little as Santa Fe charges 4 cents, D R G and New Mexico Central 5, with added Pullman surcharges. Uncle Sam aims to curb travel unless necessary while pressuring railways to cover operating costs.
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State Corporation Commission
Hugh H. Williams
McAdoo
New Mexico
Railway Administration
Santa Fe
New Mexico Central
Sam
Major Llewellyn Says Prohibition Factors in New Mexico
Former Indian agent and former speaker Major Llewellyn is in the city on legal business and comments that prohibition is a political factor in New Mexico. He notes many voters favor dry laws and cites last fall’s three to one vote in favor of prohibition. He believes candidates with a prohibition record could gain a large advantage in forthcoming races.
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W. Hhl. Llewellyn
Mescalero Indian Reservation
House of Representatives
Lewellyn
Major
Two June Patriot Days Proclaimed For Flag Day War Savings
The governor proclaims two holidays in June for patriotic observance. June 14 flags day will be half holiday in New Mexico with the flag flown on land sea and sky. June 28 war savings day urges save and invest in War Savings Stamps to maturity value. Santa Fe planned flag day parade led by the Elks with speeches and a decorated car parade amid a general flag display.
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New Mexico
Santa Fe
The
Elks Lodge
Knights of Columbus Las Vegas Class of 22 listed
The Knights of Columbus of Las Vegas showcased a class of 22 last Sunday with large attendance from surrounding towns. From Santa Fe attended E. P. Davies, EP. Doyle, M. J. Kenney, J. HL. Watt, John Lynn, Antonio Icero, Mateo Lujan and McGuire as part of the event efforts for the same purpose.
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Knights of Columbus of
Las Vegas
Santa Fe
E. P. Davies
EP. Doyle
M. J. Kenney
J. HL. Watt
John Lynn
Antonio Icero
Mateo Lujan
McGuire
Six Million For New Jobs Opposed By Congressmen
Special to State Record from Washington details a debate on a six million dollar plan to hire workers to travel and teach farmers improved grain methods. Republicans like James C. McLaughlin criticized the bill as extravagant and partisan while Madden of Minnesota argued farmers already know best. Mondell questioned the need for federal candidates before November and warned the money would fund a large federal labor force rather than productive work.
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Washington
James C. McLaughlin
Michigan
McLaughlin
Department of Agriculture
Department
Secretary of Agriculture
Madden
Mindrs
Western Alfalfa Milling Co
Colorado
Dexter
Chaves
J. United States
M. Moore
Mondell
Wyoming
Farm Labor
Department of Labor
Feed Mill for Alfafa Meal to Open at Dexter
Representative Sidney Anderson argued that deferment should not be granted to those who merely talk about crop raising while the War Department withholds it from actual farmers. The Republicans pushed through a clause prohibiting employment under the appropriation for men who would be draft eligible.
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Dexter
Sidney Anderson
War Department
Court rules cattle may travel over private land
State supreme court refused rehearing in a dispute over grazing on public domain. It holds landowners cannot enjoin cattle crossing private property when no unnecessary damage occurs, citing implied license to graze public lands and cross private lands. Justice Roberts adds guidance on crossing at section corners when different parties control areas.
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State Supreme Court
H. A. Jastro
A. B. McMillin
Elias Francis
Narciso Francis
Parker
Hanna
Circuit Court of Appeals
Supreme Court of the United States
Roberts
May Call Legislature to Let New Mexico Soldiers Vote
Governor Lindsey weighs calling the sta legislature in September or October to pass a law enabling New Mexico soldiers in Franco to vote in the fall election. About 800 soldiers are abroad or domestically from the state. Congress may pass a general law for soldiers abroad. session needed. Unclear if a state legislature can enact such a law. Arizona legislature is in session.
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Lindsey
Sta
New Mexico
Congress
Sesson
Arizona
Pinto Bean Growers Plan State Convention in New Mexico
A New Mexico state convention of bean growers is set for June 10 in Albuquerque with over 100 delegates expected. Local meetings have occurred in Mountainair Moriarty Estancia and Stanley as preparations continue to organize the New Mexico Pinto Bean Growers Association to standardize and promote the market.
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Albuquerque
Mountainair
Moriarty
Estancia
Stanley
The
Food Administration
New Mexico Pinto Bean Growers Association
Governor to Tour New Mexico Mining Centers
Governor Lindsey with Chief Justice Hanna and Adjutant General Baca will begin a speaking tour June 23 visiting Raton Dawson Cerrillos Gallup Carthage and other mining centers. Public meetings will discuss fuel administration regulations with war work miners.
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Lindsey
Hanna
Baca
Raton
Dawson
Cerrillos
Gallup
Carthage
Newexico
Sensational Columbus kidnapping reveal ends with arrest
Corporal George Epley was lured into an auto by Mrs. Charles Kahler and Miss Edgar Elder who accused him of slander. The pair drove out of town, then returned with him, leading to his arrest and detainment on bond set at $500. The incident sparked a high profile local inquiry.
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Columbus
George Epley
Charles Kahler
Edgar Elder
Indead
I men in training camps equipped for sports
At training camps nationwide the Commission on Camp Activities provides athletic facilities. Baseball leads in popularity with 70 000 baseballs and 3 000 bats sent. Camp Lewis in Washington operates 16 baseball fields. Tracks and swimming instruction are offered as men receive land then water training.
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Commission On
Thg
Lewis Washington
Regulations for Scouring Wool in New Mexico Issued
War Industries Board chief Lewis Penwell issues regulations on May 28 guiding how small New Mexico wools are scoured and priced. Local dealers may buy irregular clips, with costs for sorting, scouring, freight, interest, and limited profit, while books face inspection to curb profiteering.
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Lewis Penwell
The
War Industries Board
New Mexico
Atlantic Seaboard
Penwell
Third Liberty Loan attracts record 17 million buyers
The Third Liberty Loan drew subscriptions from about 17 million buyers, with districts like Minneapolis exceeding quotas by 172 percent. Tax increases and prior levies push total wartime revenue to roughly 7 billion dollars since the second loan, as nations strain to fund the war effort. In Carlsbad, public school improvements proceed before September, including grammar school action and high school auditorium conversion, office moves, and west front addition. The tower will be removed to improve roof lines, per the Carlsbad Argus.
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Treasury
United States
Minneapolis
Carlsbad
Carlsbad Argus
Federal Court Dockets Diverse Cases This Week
The federal court dismissed three suits alleging perjury in homestead entries. Emilio Gonzales freed after two jury deadlocks. Pedro Valasques and Flisio Gallegos awaiting trial. Trials covered false Certificates and bootlegging. sentencings included Crescencio Carill three years and a $150 fine for John Martini. Postmaster robbery case, two teens from Mimbres to be tried. Court took a brief recess.
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Emilio Gonsales
Pedro Valasques
Flisio Gallegos
Daniel Medina
Taudente
Quintana
Mora
John Martini
John Grisente
Mattivé
Crescencio Carill
Leavenworth
Meresilda
Eneinose
Lincoln County
Miter
Gray
Linden Wilson
Mimbres
New Mexico Fishing Season Opens With Strong Start
June 1 marks the official opening of the fishing season in New Mexico. Residents pay a $1 annual license while nonresidents pay $5. Trout streams are well stocked and anglers report good catches and tall tales from mountain waters.
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New Mexico
Long Docket for Supreme Court Set for June Term
The state supreme court opens June term on the 10th for a ten day session with 32 cases listed. Included are Blancett’s murder appeal and three Pecos galley firm suits against Dexter state bank set for the 14th. Editor E Dana Johnson’s 30 day contempt sentence in Valencia County will be heard on the th. The court has 24 cases under advisement versus 200 or 300 typical for western peers.
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State Supreme Court
Blancett
Clyde D. Armour
Pecos
Dexter State Bank
E. Dana Johnson
Merritt C Mechem
Valencia County
Supreme Court of
New Mexico
Tme
German Alien Female Finger Print Registration Scheduled
German alien females must register their fingerprints starting Monday June 17 and ending Wednesday June 26 in cities over 5,000 population, with postmasters handling re gistration in smaller towns. The process mirrors February male registration. Drilling by Welle I. A. Pelham has completed a well for M. Cowdrey south of town at 172 feet and proceeds for A. Ross northwest of Mountain Mount Air Independent.
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I. A. Pelham H
M. Cowdrey
A. Ross
Mountair Independent
School Building Roof Lost to Wind Storms
Socorro county high school building has no roof after a powerful week of wind storms. The south half was blown away recently and the remaining portion shredded into pieces and splinters over the past three days.
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Socorro County High School
Socorro
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Benjamin F. Pankey
Sante, Fe
White Rock Canyon
Seterday
Negro Trusty
Sailor Insurance
Rome
Farmington Times
Lansed Las Ve
Wyoming Refining Company
Las Vegas Grant
Williams
Llewellyn
K.C
Association For N. M
Rupert F. Asplund
State Tax Commission
Federal Court
Supreme Court
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