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Newspaper
Sierra County Advocate
Location
Hillsboro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1917
Page
2
The Sierra County Advocate is a Hillsboro based post office paper serving Sierra County New Mexico. It emphasizes local coverage and national pride with a Stephen Decatur quotation on its masthead.
The Sierra County Grand Jury reports three days of session, ten trap bills and two no bills, commends Sheriff Bojorquez and District Attorney Owen for diligence, and requests discharge. Committees assess county buildings and jail, finding good condition but recommending paint, yard protections, and shelving. Treasurer details and county offices praised, with a note on updating the county clerk index system. National Guard notes outline pay, training, and officer qualifications as of early 20th century.
The message urges immediate enlistment as Uncle Sam invokes the national guard as the first military body to be called for service, highlighting urgency and duty alongside the regular forces.
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