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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1916
Page
2
A condensed report from a New Mexico paper highlights political maneuvering around county tickets, with mentions of a Republican convention in progress and local candidates. It notes mining property deals, ranch purchases, and planned construction projects shaping the city’s growth amid a crowded slate of appointments and elections.
The Pecos Valley reports rising cotton success after decades since a dream by Stephen B Felis. Carlsbad firm Henry & Son shipped to John M Parker Co of New Orleans, signaling improving quality and demand. The region adds water projects, church bids, and railroad progress as Columhue builds a water system and the Lubbock line edges west toward New Mexico.
A scattered report details a party of thirty five tourists exploring the vicinity during the week, mentioning visits to Keanis Cs The alfalfa and Canyon de Chelly. It notes farmers harvesting two tons per acre and accounts of crop success, with references to local figures and ongoing farming activity near Gallop and Denver.
A fragmented summary notes school construction and equipment upgrades in Lincoln with mentions of heating systems, county officials, and new school buildings. It also covers a James W. Hiler ranch sale in Sierra County, a Black Foothills area cattle herd, and updates on local people, clergy, and civic roles, including transfers and preparations for upcoming events. The report references a fatal automobile accident near a residence and a ranch sale including land and cattle, with the buyer planning operation of the property.
Two carloads of full blood Holstein cattle owned by A Bromberg of El Paso were shown at the Incal stock yards on Thursday, with prior shipments near twenty carloads to El Paso. Local traders anticipate Tucumcari could become a favorable market for quality stock if farmers respond to incentives.
Roosevelt County hosts a pilot poultry trial at Portales Valley, with Professor Thompson designated as judge. Birds compete on merit for prizes funded by government, with expenses covered. Officials report the event aims to showcase farming prowess and encourage local participation amid calls for impartial judging.
The Sandoval county convention at Burnavillo Nash drew a large, harmonious crowd with State Secretary J.D. Sena and several state candidates in attendance. Nominees include Senator Emilane Lopez and county officials. a separate section covers a fatal shooting after a river flats incident, where Ray Malcolm was killed by an accidental gun discharge, leading to an inquest ruling of a mental shot and mourning in the community. The Clayton company advances a new Pioneer Atty Co. project, expected occupancy around October 20, noted as a strong local development with prominent names attached.
The Socorro Women’s Club announces action against weeds on vacant city property and urges all premises owners to comply as reported in the State Record. State road force has begun work on school routes. a census by Superintendent Benj Sanchez lists Spear County school age children five to twenty one. Data show 614 American male, 2208 Spanish male, 242 total, with grand total 3454.
A newly built band stand at Kat Ta Stevens is reported. Dunn & D. arrest during a Wi Fiir exceeds specy limit. Miss Tottise Wilson filed a complaint and narrowly escaped harm. Stevens fined $1000, posted bonds, and appealed to the district court after a Maxwell car incident.
Estancia Valley farmers report strong dry farm bean results at the state fair. Domingues and King of Bean Flat lead with high yields. Din and Manzano acres show substantial output and a top prize for the south. County reports note including 1,606 winds from a single 65 acre plot averaging about 1133 pounds per acre.
In Union County New Mexico a public union notice lists Pedro Ro deceased as the estate focus to join unknown heirs and claimants. The document, filed in Des Moines Des Moines area, outlines the land description in Precinct 2 Rio de 1 County and actions to quiet title.
Grant county residents support the new weekly publication EL Minero by publisher SHSPOFL forts Vo Back. Western Liberal publisher Wright group and local contractors Oscar Hunter Nick Hughes set wells on Grant county ranches. Williams plans to move machinery from Dunscan and start drilling early next week.
San Miguel team edges Tatiana through a tense regional gathering and heads to Normal University for the upcoming contest. Officials report strong play from Deva and Minter as the lodge hosts welcome the visitors.
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