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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1917
Page
7
A long article outlines plans spearheaded by M. B. Mereley of Chicago to connect San Joaquin with New Mexico through a major construction deal. It notes Albuquerque meetings, project enthusiasm, and subscription bonuses as funding, while detailing legal cases and public notices related to local affairs, education, and insurance.
A harsh attack on James K. Vardaman accuses him of serving Berlin and the German government while in the Mississippi Senate. The piece calls for his removal, labeling him a demagogue and urging Mississippi to discard his political power. Also noted are sports updates on Ohio State and Alabama Tech, and a Santa Fe education convention with unusually sunny weather.
The columns urge farmers across Minnesota, the Dakotas, and neighboring states to conserve seed for future planting. Reports describe a nationwide effort to save grain, cane, and other seeds, with notes on seed quality, water, and conservation. Local papers discuss seed markets, railroad routes, and a new business shift in Clayton and San Marcial.
County Treasurer Sanches tendered his resignation to the Board of County Commissioners and it was accepted. Iyene, chief deputy for four years, will oversee the office until December 1st when Mr. Byrne assumes charge. Farmers receive timely fall plowing and soil prep notes, stressing benefits to crop production and wartime food needs. High school students donate generously to the YWCA war fund, totaling 114 dollars against a 40 dollar quota.
A collage of readable snippets covers community events in Farmington and surrounding areas. Notes on meetings at Fruitland school, a county agent update, and a Las Cruces College representative address highlight ongoing agricultural organization efforts. Also referenced are local residents connected to Clovis and Santa Fe circles, with brief mentions of a traffic fatality and a sheriff incident.
A long OCR fragment lists land for sale including 1 acre adjoining a patent, 21 acres, 61 acres leaseable, and rates per acre. It also mentions a Kansas farm for sale near Parsons with water, oil potential, and royalties. Additional entries announce business opportunities, a money making hotel for sale, and personal ads seeking marriage or companionship. The text references states and towns such as Santa Fe, Kansas, Parsons, Deming, and Oakland California.
The Carlsbad Cotton Gin surpassed its hundredth bale today signaling progress for the season. The Roan treasurer and A J Linnay secretary noted prospects of improved rates and ongoing expansion planned by stockholders. Growth expected as acreage and output rise with future enhancements at the gin.
The MORA district court term for Mors county adjourned after trials and a grand jury completed its work. The article notes the court’s brief schedule, mentions the responsible officials, and records related legal proceedings and assignments for the new term.
The State of New Mexico releases notices for public land sales in Socorro and other counties. Details describe parcels, improvements, prices, payment terms, and contract conditions, with bids opening December 1 1917 and October 20 1917 filings.
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