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Newspaper
Sierra County Advocate
Location
Hillsboro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1915
Page
2
The Sierra County Advocate, Hillsboro New Mexico, is entered at the post office for transmission through the US mails as second class matter.
The Sierra County Advocate presents impartial coverage focused on the best interests of Sierra County and the state of New Mexico, delivering local news, public notices, and community updates with a regional perspective.
President Wilson demands an end to the Mexican revolution and a stable government to aid starving civilians, warning that U S intervention may follow if relief is not provided. Germany answers with deflection and delay, while notes on gold mining depths and a famous nugget headline quakes. The piece cites worsening food shortages in Mexico and the potential for U S action to aid humanity.
Jobo Sears traveled from El Puan yesterday as a Mexican show gathers in Hillsboro. Mr and Mrs R P Pankey arrived in Hillsboro on Wednesday while M Ermert and S Call also visited town.
A historical essay extols American supremacy in transportation with emphasis on railways. It cites 1911 figures: United States 241,199 miles of railway, 88 percent of world mileage, vast capital investment, and high wages. Comparisons with Europe and other regions cover rates, pay, and government ownership, promising a future article.
Residents and visitors tally a busy stretch with trips to El Paso Deming and Gallup. Memorial Day observances in the C B Chapel included cemetery flowers. Notables include Mrs W D Mosley Mrs Emma Beale Miss Emily McLean Miss Elizabeth Kinney and Silas Alexander returning home for summer.
Lake Valley will host W. B. Broaddays an expert optometrist and optician for glasses fitting on Tuesday June 8. Over a thousand head of steers were shipped from Oscaloosa Friday and a large cowboy presence attended the chuck wagon dinner. Miss Nona Ricketeen and Miss Marie Knight returned from Mesilla Park where they attended the State College. Mrs. J. M. Beals traveled to Silver City for the institute. Mr and Mrs Bloodgood visited the Mimbres to see their grandchild.
The El Paso Daily Herald promotes a three month subscription to its European war coverage with a one year option for The People’s Popular Monthly at 1.80 dollars. The appeal highlights global conflict and extensive war reporting.
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