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Newspaper
The Clayton Citizen
Location
Clayton, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1916
Page
3
This paper backs Hon. Secundino Romero for governor at the Republican convention. It asserts he is among the best qualified in the state and predicts Union County will deliver a 500 to 800 vote majority, with the state carried by at least 7000.
Governor McDonald amid retirement talk faces pressure from opposition as voters weigh gubernatorial and senatorial options. Agricultural institute notes praise for classes and Campbell dry farming methods, urging rural schooling upgrades and practical farming instruction to attract youth to farming careers.
A letter to the editor criticizes The News for shredding a Citizen article on fair election conduct in Union County. The author argues the press misleads voters by portraying the “jimmy” issue and questions which candidates the county favored two years ago, naming possible figures G. C. Smith, Miera, O. T. Toombs, and Vigil.
Snide remarking on Mr. Goodnight of the Snooze and his humorous front page gaffes sparks local ire as about 100 Union county teachers protest the slur. The note recalls campus politics while other items touch Ford prices and a watermelon gift to the newspaper office.
A. J. Bighter urges replacing old methods with equal access for every voter and a honest vote count to reveal the will of the majority, noting past crude elections and multiple contests across Union County as proof. The News should focus on safeguarding elections rather than dwelling on past errors.
A social note reports a weekend gathering at the Tramparas ranch hosted by Mr and Mrs Jack Zurick. Attendees from Clayton include Dr and Mrs J M Winchester John Winchester Chester Kiser and Miss Emma Bromley of Clarendon Texas. Patty Winchester joined as a guest for two weeks.
Miss Julia Shea, who attended the Normal here this summer, returned to Bueyeros the latter part of last week. She has taken degrees from several leading U S colleges and is regarded as one of the most cultured and intellectual women encountered, with her company described as a genuine pleasure.
The Ancient and Solemn Order of the Hilarious Hoolies held a banquet at the Court House ending at midnight. Mrs. Ron on costume led an opening ode while Mrs. Nelle Hauser read the Chronicles and Miss Florence Skelton and Octavia Norman performed. Prof Whooperupski Stitze drew cartoons and Ben Melton lectured as initiation followed with goat riding and refreshments. State visitors praised the order for aiding overburdened teachers and promoting universal responsibility.
A Washington dispatch reports the war department will muster out National Guard students stationed at the border so they may re-enter college at the start of the next school year, allowing continued education for NM Institute cadets.
T J Crumley announces his candidacy for the republican nomination for sheriff of Union County and earnestly solicits support at the republican convention.
A motivational call urges young men to seize full development and readiness. It stresses mental alertness, training, and readiness to respond to opportunities as a defining life issue. The piece frames preparedness as essential to personal success and national progress.
Herzstein Seed Co advertises Plant Herzstein's pure Turkey Red fall wheat and fall rye. Seed that Succeed. The brief notice emphasizes quality seed offerings from H. Herzstein Seed Co with a focus on reliable fall crops.
Kelsey Institute lists a co educational junior college program with college preparatory courses music and board and room at actual cost. Principal B A Blakemore addresses Amistad Southern Union County New Mexico.
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