Grafters in Midland warn townsfolk against fake fundraisers
Midland Livestock Reporter warns residents about persistent scammers posing as collectors for charities such as The Joseph's Home in Kansas City. A skeptical businessman and the sheriff investigated, uncovering evidence of misrepresentation and noting the lack of accountability by Mrs. Anne Baker. Citizens urged to demand credentials and report suspected swindlers. The notice ends with best wishes for a local couple's marriage.
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Kansas City
Speel
Carlsbad
J. Wiley Taylor
C. W. Lyon
Joplin
Gulf
Great Lakes
Colorado
Pennsylvania
Baker
Midland
Midland Livestock Reporter
Official Abstract of Votes Cast
Official abstract of votes cast outlines counts by precinct for a local election. It lists total ballots, valid votes, and percentages for each candidate or measure. The document notes reporting dates and certification by election officials.
Local Carlsbad Couple United in 1880s Home Wedding
Sunday morning at eight Rev. Joe Hedgepeth united John Lucas and Leuella Bush in marriage at the home of G. D. Lucas in Carlsbad. The couple, well known with a large circle of friends, came from overlapping family ties as Mrs Bush arrived with her parents the prior spring.
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John Lucas
Leuella Bush
G. D. Lucas
Carlsbad
Joe Hedgepeth
Lucas
Chas Slaughter
G. D
King's New Discovery Promises Quick Cough Relief
It reaches the spot on a stubborn cough says Mr E Humphrey owner of a large general store in Ortega Ohio He claims the product saves lives and heals sore spots in throat lungs and heat The ad notes the medicine sells under a guaranteed trial bottle free at Eddy Drag store.
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E Humphrey
Ortega
Ohio
Pike County
King
Governor Curry Declines Nomination for Delegate
The Las Vegas Optic reports Governor George Curry has fully decided he will not under any circumstance become the Republican nominee for delegate to Congress. The interview, conducted Saturday evening, is deemed significant for the territorial congressional scene and is believed to reflect Curry’s views accurately.
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Las Vegas
Governor Declines Nomination and Seeks Broad Delegate Debate
The governor told a representative of the Optic he will not accept a renomination, citing his aim to serve the territory better in his current role. He warned against administration influence and urged a wide, open convention for a vote by real voters to choose a candidate who can win in the fall. He noted several good men may be named and emphasized preventing mistakes through broad discussion.
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Mr. Andrews
Want Deeded Land Near Town as Demand Climbs
Demand for deeded lands near town remains high with buyers seeking immediate possession. Prices for settled claims ranged from 800 to 1800 dollars this season as government lands vanish. prospects shift to outlying areas once crops are laid. A hundred sixty acre farms may become valuable soon, spurring quicker purchases.
Quick Meal Gasoline Stoves Sold Here at Tracy Roberta How Co
Tracy Roberta How Co advertises a range of Quick Meal gasoline stoves with prices from 3 50 to 35 00 in a compact sales pitch highlighting value and availability.
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Tracy-Roberta How Co
New Mexico to Grow Crops, Desert Lands Recast as Farmland
The Kenna Record reports that deserts will be converted into productive agricultural patches through intelligent farming experiments. Lands once labeled as deserts will grow grass year round and attract investment from wealthier individuals who recognize New Mexico's potential for paying crops.
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New Mexico
Dr King’s New Life Pills Guarantee at Eddy Drug
Cedar View merchant HG Stewart boasts that Dr King’s New Life Pills give the weight of gold in value to customers. The sale is guaranteed and offered at Eddy Drug store, 22c, for relief from constipation malaria and biliousness.
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HG. Stewart
Cedar View
Missionippi
Dr. King
Eddy Drug Store
New Cotton Gin Nears Completion at Green's Heights
Machinery for a new cotton gin has arrived and been hauled to the recently erected building on Green's Heights west of town. The plant, featuring a 35 hp electric motor, will be among the largest gins in the southwest once finished. Eddy county cotton is progressing well with blooms appearing earlier than usual and stands strong, signaling a promising yield.
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Green's Heights
Eddy County
Finlay-Pratt Hardware Company Leather Repairs
Bring your harness or saddles and have them fixed up at Finlay-Pratt's Hardware Company. All kinds of leather work.
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Finlay-Pratt’ Hardware Company
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Arkey
W. Weaver Riniendtent
Wilbhorn
Lal
Ge Eet
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Baw
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Southwest
Andrews
THE
Star Pharmacy Pur Quality Store
Ossie
Trewnurer
Haldy
Carlsbad Furniture Co
Undertakers
R.M. Thorne
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