19 Sep 1918
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Newspaper
The Belen News
Location
Belen, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1918
Page
1
In a standout but error plagued contest at Belen Albuquerque forfeited after a disputed call at 3rd base in the 10th inning, trailing 9 to 0. Pyle pitched for Belen with 16 strikeouts as Albuquerque miscues cost multiple runs while Smalding of Albuquerque delivered key hits before the forfeit.
Washington unites seven war relief groups including Y M C A, Y W C A, War Camp, Catholic Knights, Salvation Army, Jewish Welfare Board, and American Library Association into a single November drive. The goal is 170.5 million dollars for the coming year with allocations to each organization as specified by the plan endorsed by President Wilson.
A news editor and party of gentlemen emphasize favorable reports from Inscription Rock, asserting a potential commercial oil discovery. They stress legitimate development, geological evidence of sandstone and oil shale, and water samples showing oil shows near the surface.
The Belen News editor and several gentlemen surveyed the field and report only a small amount of pure oil on the water, rendering water unusable for domestic or stock purposes. They claim no guesswork, asserting the oil is present as observed and the field appears rich and extensive.
The report notes abundant water and fair roads into the field with favorable railroad access. Large sandstone dikes rise 250 to 300 feet forming a basin while coal veins and nearby natural gas boost prospects. It argues for investment to drill a well at the most logical point to obtain quick results.
Joe Bell receives a medal for superior shooting and is noted as an ardent American patriot supporting war efforts. The item also mentions upcoming Liberty Loan Bonds and a note about local businesses Gilbert & Fons moving into a new store building.
War Department designated several schools in New Mexico as TA training sites. Eligible registrants with at least eighth grade education may begin or continue courses while receiving military training until active service is required. Interested students should contact the presidents of the designated institutions.
The piece notes voluntary induction and re draft orders for registrants into the Navy and Marines, with campaign talk and local politics in New Mexico. It mentions Crowder, draft boards, and references to Liberty Bonds, local officials, and community events. It also advertises dances, stores, schools, banks, and a Gentry Bros wild animal circus in nearby towns.
One ton pickup with rugged cargo canopy and mattress included for sale. Fully paid for with option to trade for real estate. Contact Landes in Belen New Mexico.
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