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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1920
Page
5
The Santa Fe based weekly State Record announces its Friday edition published by the State Publishing Company. Frank Sania is listed as proprietor and the paper notes second class mail status under the 1879 act with subscription information.
Santa Fe, Oct 29 1920 The piece quotes James G Fitch a Democrat and state chairman praising New Mexico mining tax law. Fitch argues the law fairly taxes mineral values, notes production costs, and claims it benefits the state and mine owners. It condemns anti minority rhetoric by Democratic editors and highlights building and lumber demand tied to western building activity.
The piece argues that as consumption surpasses production, farm protection becomes vital. It notes cheaper Argentine corn due to freight advantages and cites rising imports of coconut and bean oil reducing domestic lard supply. It credits Senator Harding with pledging support for protection to keep American farmers competitive against low-cost producers.
In a New Mexican editorial, the paper condemns attempts to split Spanish and English speakers, labeling such bitterness as a threat to New Mexico’s happiness and potentially leading to civil war. It cites a Portales Journal editorial that allegedly urged English speakers in the eastern state to oppose Spanish speakers.
Senator Harding pledges a thorough scientific study of farm product prices to curb abnormal swings. He argues prices rise and fall with crop yields but blames the current Democratic administration for extreme volatility. He warns against quack remedies and seeks a measured cure through research, urging votes for Harding and Mechem.
An Alamogordo News reprint attacks Judge Richard Hanna as a candidate, arguing his “hossism” and districting plans mislead voters. It critiques taxation by mine value, defends Hagerman commission input, and condemns gerrymandering while urging fairer policy.
Mechem, a longtime Tucomcari pioneer and former judge, returns to rally voters in Tucumcari. The piece praises his steadfast record, leadership, and dedication to law and order, urging support for his gubernatorial bid in November.
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