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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1918
Page
1
In Lafayette a Lafayette Day observance will be held in a new museum public meeting. Speeches by Governor W. E. Lindsey and Rev H Le Guillou, plus choirs and choruses performing patriotic and French war orphan themed pieces.
In the Senate on Wednesday Senator Fall's proposal granting 18 year olds in the draft ability to file mineral and public land entries as if 21, suspending homestead science tests until discharge, and allowing land applications before U S officers or foreign officials. The measure, tied to the draft bill, aims to ensure a homestead path for youths upon return.
Secretary Lane outlines a program to provide farms for returning soldiers. A. P. Davis, joined by Elwood Mead, H. T. Cory, and Frank W. Hanna, will direct work with Weymouth supervising construction. The plan could offer jobs and home plots, funded by Congress, though only a portion of the land and funds may be allocated.
County institutes are held across New Mexico as teachers classify homestead areas of 320 acres or less under the enlarged act. All counties open for a nine month term this week with salaries starting September 1. Junior Red Cross plans refugee garments and care items while pupils craft bed tables splints and pillow clips.
State totals show Colorado Idaho 15505 New Mexico 751369 Oregon 225045 Washington 40 total 992119. In July 2285 acres in Idaho Oregon and Washington were restored to the public domain after withdrawal for water power. South Dakota classified 24372 acres for stock raising homesteads of 640 acres or less, bringing total such classifications to more than 7500000.
The article notes Democratic primaries due by September 7 and county conventions by September 9. It lists temporary organization committee members led by Arthur Seligman and a resolutions committee including J. H. Crist, J. O. Seth, Antonio Lucero, N. B. Laughlin, and J. G. Fitch. A separate resolutions panel addresses deaths of Governors McDonald and de Baca, with Summers Burkhart as chair and members James A. Hall and M O Llewellyn. Headquarters are in the Renehan building.
Quay county tops state records for gold stars with Dona Ana following in second place. Six Quay county men are listed among the silent, majority: Reynaldo Mzes tas Al Harris Ben L Rockett Jose F Trujillo Delfido Gonzales and Lee Rhoades. Rhoades died of wounds in France after a head injury in the July 21 battle. his funeral was held for the family in Tucumcari. He is buried near the Vosges mountains.
Albuquerque's six cent streetcar fare faces legal challenge as the State Corporation Commission weighs rate increases by common carriers. General Harry L. Patton produces an opinion amid disputes over authority and franchise validity since 1881. The matter may go to the state body. meanwhile emergency medical services may practice without a state license due to war pressures.
A New Mexico war effort appeal urges rapid enrollment of 1140 unskilled laborers to support domestic plants. It cites Brunswick picric acid plant, Midvale Steel in Pennsylvania, and warns that shortages threaten arms, munitions, and equipment for overseas armies. The message stresses not to pull labor from farms or railroads and assigns counties for quotas.
The State Supreme Court remanded to Bernalillo County District Court the case of John Rueb and J. Rehder of Rio Puerco Division 446, Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. Expelled and reinstated members challenge Mora Grant by‑laws, seeking land sections. About 70,000 acres lie under dispute with witnesses and expert surveys, including Thomas Means’ Mora boundary survey.
Bids opened Tuesday for 50900 in state certificates for war funds. Funds to be added by the Council of Defense. Bonds awarded at par and interest with a premium. This sale marks the fourth sale in 1917. May 1 date indicated. details show accrued interest.
State Highway Commission asks county commissioners to adopt standardized gates and cattle guards where fences cross public highways. Three designs advised: concrete frame with iron pipe grating, wood frame with pipe grating, wood frame with wood grate. Aims include safety, fewer suits, and cost savings for owners. Dan LaRoe of Palestine, Texas, wins road contract for 21 miles from Tucumcari west at $102,143.07.
The New Mexico Bankers Association will meet next Monday and Tuesday in Santa Fe with committees on resolution auditing and nominating. Delegates to the 1919 American Bankers Association convention to be elected include W. F. Ramsey of Dallas as federal reserve agent, E. Allen of New York City, Sam Lawder of El Paso, and Geo. H. Van Stone, with W. D. Murray of Silver City as association president. The program covers morning and afternoon sessions at the Scottish Rite Cathedral, committee appointments, and talks on state banks joining Federal Reserve systems and preparedness for peace.
State Council of Defense forms five transport districts to encourage truck freighting, improve highways, alleviate rail congestion, and provide loads for return trips. District chairmen named Cagle Roswell Donald Stewart Las Vegas James A Fre Santa Fe R G Webb Gal lapps N A Bolich Deming. Districts: 1 Curry Roosevelt Chaves Eddy Lea Otero Lincoln De Baca. 2 Colfax Union Quay Taos San Miguel Mora Guadalupe. 3 Santa Fe Rio Arriba Torrance Bernalillo Sandoval. 4 McKinley San Juan Valencia. 5 Luna Grant Dona Ana.
The State Corporation Commission examined depot and freight facilities requests in Grant County and Lordsburg telephone matters. New companies admitted include The Trinidad Bean and Elevator Co and The Sinclair Refining Co, an $8 million Maine concern with NM headquarters. Frank L. Fremald named statutory agent for the Ferman Mining Co. Land Office officials announced the Automatic Wave Motor Co with a $1 million capitalization. Geo. T. Brown named district reduction manager for New Mexico. Committees of six to represent mine owners and workers aim to maximize tonnage and improve conditions across mining districts.
San Antonio issue notes Overseas Department count 380 Army Y M C A secretaries in service as of August 9 with about 250 in New York awaiting passports. Camp Cody New Mexico boasts strong health, active personnel, and numerous athletic events. War department funds sewer and water improvements, including a half million dollar sewer system and seven miles of water mains. Women in foreign service relatives policy clarified. sisters may return if married to an officer or private. Red Cross adds two buildings near base hospital. Southern Division MC A approves three more buildings at Camp Cody.
State Tax Commission reports a statewide rise in assessed valuations with Grant county posting the highest total at over 29 million dollars. Lea county shows growth this year while McKinley county reaches about 11.33 million, marking near a million dollars increase.
A historical call warns readers that German peace propaganda will surge if Allies favor talks. It urges vigilance against pro German elements and urges action to oppose any German terms, demanding indemnities and loss of colonies for Germany. The piece cites the American Guardian Journal and criticizes Hearst papers for backing a peace drive.
Santa Fe hosts the Fall Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church September 21 22 with World Centenary Program as the chief topic and a team of Centennial speakers to explain its impact on individuals and the world. The meeting marks a key annual event as pastors are appointed at this time.
Mrs John Hanna of Dallas will address the State Federation of Woman's Cluib of New Mexico at Raton on October 15. She will discuss the Hine Triangle and the War Work Council's activities in supporting women in industries replacing men called to the colors. She recently visited New York headquarters and cites Hostess House as a key effort aiding American and French women in munitions, factories, and hospitals.
The State Public Health Association will meet in Albuquerque on October 7 and 8 with David R. Lyman of Connecticut, president of the National Tuberculosis Association, in attendance.
August movements begin as 1 200 boys from the Sunshine State are called for limited service with 1203 men sent to Camp Bowie Fort Worth Texas over four days starting September 3. Call 1220 covers five Negroes to Camp Travis San Antonio. Call 124 lists 400 general servicemen bound for Camp Arthur Waco Texas in the same period, drawn from specified counties.
The Arizona Daily Star reports William Randolph Hearst seeks an injunction to block New Mexico council of defense from duties amid strong local patriotism. New Mexico defends war effort and loyalty to union, with Hearst publications blamed for declining sales. Commentary notes New Mexico’s diverse citizenry and historic Rough Riders contribution.
Local schools start the week with strong attendance including Satta Fe where Tue Sep 3 marked the opening under Prof. J Roth as city superintendent. New teachers join the district. high school moves into the new building. Loretta Academy and St Michael's College also report higher enrollments.
The article notes New Mexico residents reduced sugar use to about two and a half pounds per person in July, well below the normal seven pounds. It describes home canning restrictions, emergency allotments with merchant approval, and a push to maximize sugar use for canning while urging producers to price fruit fairly and households to preserve fruit efficiently.
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