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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1921
Page
5
A Wisconsin paper recounts receiving a seven foot pile of junk mail and an accompanying letter that insults the publication. The editor notes the volume is excessive and mocks the writer while offering to forward the material to the county Republican chairman for possible use.
A rural statewide message argues for defeating Amendment No. 8 to protect local school boards from state and county overreach. It warns defeat would preserve local self government and prevent delays or intrusion, citing trips to Fort Sumner and Alamogordo as part of a wider civic tour. It contrasts road funding impacts on farms, urging building good roads to boost prosperity and avoid bankruptcy.
The article explains Amendment No 1, the road bond issue, would set a levy of $2.38 or $0.240 on each assessment if approved, or revert to $0.300 if it fails. It claims $2 million in bonds plus $2–5 million federal money would fund road building across New Mexico, with $4–7 million for labor and materials and $2 million in machinery. Defeat would leave roads underdeveloped, harming farmers and ranchers.
The speaking circuit runs south from here through Colfax Harding Iora San Miguel Taos and Santa Pa counties with meetings in Oc Monday four major stops featured Buren speakers. Frank A. Hotell of Albuquerque urged support for Petem as the campaign moves forward. Local traders in Bernal county push reorganization and a fusion with Democrats as the election nears.
James ssecAnmre of New Jersey endorses RAT-SNAP a coke form rat poison sold by Collins Drug and Co and Kanne Grocery. He says spending 1.25 on RAT-SNAP killed rats and saved the price of a hog. The product comes in three sizes 350 Ge and $1.25 and is guaranteed.
The article presents statements from U S Senators praising H O Bursum of New Mexico, highlighting his experience as a business leader, his work on civil service and relief measures, and his strong support for relief and reform. It notes their belief that his record and the Republican platform will earn endorsement at the polls, with emphasis on his integrity and effectiveness in promoting state interests. The piece also covers broader views on relief policy, tariff impacts, and the administration’s handling of economic challenges.
Guihrie Smith reports Taos farmers and stock growers praising Congress for extra session relief. Senator Helm indicates a large currency expansion aiding loans to farmers at about 8.5 percent, with two-year terms and limited prepayment. The plan aims to revive credit after wartime tightness, urging restocking and farm improvements amid past lending failures in Union and Colfax counties.
Mora, Sept 7. Bursum endures relentless criticism in New Mexico since statehood, yet remains calm and steadfast. Opponents tout alleged abuses, while Bursum’s supporters tout his constructive policy agenda and steady leadership through a storm of hostile campaigning.
The annual grand lodge session of the Knights of Pythias met in Santa Fe at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Tuesday and Wednesday with constitution changes and officers elected. George Fleani of Las Vegas was named grand chancellor and Las Vegas to host next session. J W Chapman Gallup vice grand chancellor. James H Dean Clayton grand prelate. J F Elder Albuquerque keeper of records. J A Smiley Socorro grand master of exchequer. Frank Shelton Dawson grand master at arms. B L McKinney Denng grand inner guard. G W Taylor Madrid grand outer guard. Mo W Ward Roswell grand tribune. CA Winted Raton supreme representative.
President Harding seals final approval of the Agricultural Credits law, extending War Finance Corporation loans to farmers and livestock growers in New Mexico. The measure aims to ease credit strains, restore prosperity, and support the state’s grain and cattle sectors. Senator Holm O. Bursum is urged to secure swift administration and continued western backing.
Public notice summarizes revised tax laws and insurance laws including workmen's compensation and blue sky provisions in effect for Santa Fe New Mexico. Constitutional amendments and state records are listed as part of the publication.
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