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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1921
Page
4
New Mexico State record issued by State Publishing Company in Santa Fe lists Frank Staplin as editor and receiver. Published every Friday. subscription priced at 158 dollars per year.
The State Tax Commission reviewed county school budgets led by Educational Auditor John Joerns. A Dona Ana protest urged higher levies to cover a $800,000 land-value drop, with warnings of reduced terms and teacher cuts if funding fails. The El Paso and Southwestern Rail Road offered a $10,000 advance to aid Dona Ana schools. Also noted: M M Padgett sold his Las Vegas Daily Optic stake. C W Johnston named editor. new ownership formed.
America will feed and clothe hundreds of thousands of Russians to prevent famine and cold. Both nations had similar crop years, but America has not embraced revolutionary ideas. Some domestic adjustments are needed, yet burning the barn to kill rats is not prudent while Russians share American bread this winter.
The Fall interview draws criticism from state papers as Secretary Fall tours the West inspecting national parks irrigation works and public land issues. Despite political tension with New Mexico Republicans, editorials express confidence in his leadership and call for cooperation for the state’s welfare.
A compact reflection on citizen duty to obey laws while recognizing many statutes may be unnecessary vexatious or faulty. The piece argues obedience remains the safest course as long as laws stand on the books and governance lies in lawful authority.
A public discourse argues that insisting laws be fair is fine but breaking laws is unsafe for a nation. It warns disrepute of law weakens governance and urges citizens to obey laws and push for reform through proper channels. It contrasts with remarks on socialist Russia and the value of thrift as civic virtue.
Romero was appointed last June and took charge of the New Mexico U S marshal office on Saturday. He retained veteran Goutchey as chief deputy and made several other appointments including his trusted aides and speed officer.
A 1910s style op-ed argues doing the impossible brings prestige and praise. It cites David F. Houston and Henry Ford, contending a 20 percent freight-rate cut would save Ford millions, questioning whether such a cut serves altruism or profits and urging cost-conscious policy.
Francis E. Lester argues that better highways directly boost school access and literacy in New Mexico. He cites Dona Ana county literacy dropping from 20 percent as roads improved, notes that consolidated schools and civic centers rely on good roads, and links road advocacy to a statewide education stance.
The Missouri and North Arkansas railroad was abandoned after radical unionists resisted a 420 percent wage cut and sabotaged the line. Bridges burned bombs placed in locomotives track obstructions cut air hoses drained water tanks and chemicals placed in boilers. The line from Joplin Missouri to Helena Arkansas was left inoperable, leaving 300 miles of residents stranded as authorities admit their inability to protect workers.
A Democratic editor urges readiness to oppose illegal aggression against personal rights by public officers as by private individuals. He notes many prefer discretion and contrasts opposing ordinary oppression with fighting officials in Burlesonism, recalling Wilson-era oppression and the safeguard of secrecy at the ballot booth.
New York report links Tammany Hall control of city docks to U S Shipping Board deficits. Committee evidence cites private leases to docks at inflated rates and repeated refusals to revoke favorable terms, detailing several pier arrangements and profits creamed from U S government use.
Washington reports rising state pride as states publish pamphlets and promote attractions to lure visitors. The Mutual Placer Company plans an October 17 meeting, while civic leaders note better knowledge of the country boosts patriotism and cross state goodwill. Northern and eastern states tout winter appeal with weather and hospitality to attract travelers year round.
Washington reports President Harding as the world’s most economical executive. White House expenses for the year run about 21800 dollars including salaries, office costs, contingency funds, and travel. The administration aims to cut costs further, with per capita government expenses detailed for each department and a push from the budget bureau to shrink overall spending.
Washington October 2 The Packers and Stock Yards Act regulates interstate and foreign trade in livestock products and eggs. It bans unfair practices and price manipulation. It requires complete records and inspection by the Secretary of Agriculture to prevent monopoly and ensure fair handling in packing and stock yard operations.
An article discusses legal framework for stock yards in interstate commerce including nondiscrimination rules, rate and regulation publication, and ten day notice for changes. It describes Secretary of Agriculture inquiry powers, suspension procedures, and liability for damages, with avenues for dissatisfied parties to seek relief through the Secretary, district courts, or the Supreme Court. It also lists New Mexico road project bids and specifications with locations in Roswell, Kenna, Clovis, and Grady, and references dates and project numbers.
Washington October 3 Armistice Day celebrations planned in Washington will begin a country wide patriotic drive under the American Legion. Legion posts promote Americanism and provide practical aid through veterans bureaus in caring for soldiers and sailors, with veterans’ concerns reflecting real advancement in relief and assistance.
Washington reports eight months of grain exports show barley 15,000,000 bushels, corn 9,000,000 bushels, rice 4,340,000 pounds, with totals near record highs. The department notes 1921 may enter history as a phenomenal year for American foodstuffs amid wartime pace and steady foreign demand.
The Department of Justice reorganization under Attorney General Daugherty creates a centralized identification system. The government will absorb and elevate the International Association of Identification, compiling nationwide data in Washington for rapid reference and telegraph aid to local officials. A broad crime crackdown is noted.
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