Most Imposing Commencement in Carlsbad Hall
The city witnessed a grand commencement in a Tansill Block hall converted into a theatre for the event. About 1000 people filled the space as Rev. R. Wood opened with a prayer, followed by music, a class history, a tableau, orations by Leon Mudgett, piano solos, a class poem, prophecies, duets, a valedictory by Anta Klauder, and a diploma ceremony with Ro Brive stepping aside for Brother Wood. the program closed with a farewell song and benediction by Rev. Mar.
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Tansill Block
R. Wood
Bona Heard
Lissie Daugherty
Nellie May Rakin
Leon Howard Mudgett
Carrie Dye
Elma Lucile Smith
Myrtle Dee Harkey
Willie D. Matheson
Charles Washington Rarey
Glee Club
Italia
Camille Grantham
Anta Klauder
Carlsbad
Ro Brive
Brother Wood
Land of Eddy County Promises Free Homesteads to Settlers
A 1908 homesteading prospectus from Knowles New Mexico urges U S homeseekers to claim 640 acre tracts in Eddy County. It outlines soil from red loam to black, abundant water wells, and growing crops as well as towns Knowles Monument Roberts Lovington Plainview and Bromo. It notes rail lines planned across Quanah to Bil Vaso and Worth to Rowell with hoped future construction. U S citizens over 21 not owning more than 160 acres may file for homestead entry at Knowles District Land Office.
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Middle
North Texas
Knowles
Boswell
New Mexseo
Monument
Roberts
Lovington
Plainview
Bromo
United States
Quanah
Bil Vaso
Texas
St. Worth
Rowell
New Mexico
Knowl
On the Diamond or I I the Field You Will Find It Wise to
A compact line prompts readers to reflect on baseball field play and strategic wisdom, suggesting practical insights for players and fans alike. The fragment hints at situational choices and prudent decisions in fielding and batting.
Sporting Goods Sale Promises Newer Better Selections
Local advert promotes sporting goods as solid cheaper and newer. Shoppers are invited to view a wide range and choose preferred items. The message emphasizes variety and value for buyers seeking athletic gear.
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Fragmentary ad text describes a medicine bottle claim to cure or prevent unspecified diseases in babies and worms. It references a Eddy Drug Co and urges mothers to keep the bottle at home. The garbled phrasing and odd capitalization suggest an early 20th century drug advertisement with exaggerated assurances.
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White
Eddy Drug Co
Reeves extends welcome to visitors to Knowles town
A letter from JE Reeves invites visitors to Knowles and Oklahoma. He promises information and a welcoming reception, stating the town and country offer better opportunities than Mexico. The missive expresses cordiality and readiness to assist travelers.
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Oklahoma
Mexico
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Robert Thomas Ezell
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New Merco
J. R. Rees
Miy Yeh
Fraser-Bateman Company
George Brace
Sporting Goods
Eddy Drug Company
the Star Pharmacy
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Penge
MCE
Aprantham & Dye
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Jacob J. Smith
JE. Reeves
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