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Newspaper

The Clayton News

Location

Clayton, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1920

Page

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Petitioned Consolidation of Mosquero School Approved

Lofton Orren Beaty and I traveled to Clayton last Monday to push a consolidated school for Mosquero. The county board of Education approved the petitions and agreed on consolidation. A norther hit the area, bringing light snowfall and a short cold snap. Mr and Mrs Bradley and son Tell joined us for Sunday dinner. Residents of Mosquero formed a literary society. the first program is set for Friday night. December 18 includes a bake sale fundraiser with a real social expected. Mr Fobler is out again after sickness. Taney Lindgeen is resting after two weeks in Den. Ver, says conditions are dull and work is scarce.

Lofton Orren Beaty Clayton Mosquero County Board of Education Bradley Son Tell Ovren Healy Bald Fuller Moxquero Erichy Deht Pittman Tates Fobler Taney Lindgeen Den

Accident injures Stevens family member and hurts Louise

Last Wednesday night a wagon accident harmed E W Stevens and his daughter Louise. Louise suffered lip and hip injuries, treated with plaster. Mr Stevens, aged 68 and a retired railroad man, is recovering. Mrs Stevens aided Louise, and Dr Wingchester attended. A farmers trip yielded five loads of wood. Clark Zickafoose hosted a surprise dinner for Grandpa Zickafoose with a large crowd.

Mes E.W. Stevens Louise Mr. Stevens Stevens Winc ’Hester Fie Jer Louise Alto Pr. Winghestay Clark Zickafoose Grandpa Zickafoose

Local Notes From Kenton Oklahoma and Nearby Areas

Arnold Starkey continues to recover after injuries from an accident while discussing farm matters. Cale Giles and Charley Wagoner plan to buy up to 500 head of steer in the Kenton vicinity. Perry Craven sold his farm to Glenn Qdorissi, with possession to occur next fall. Graven bought a section near Rosebud. Farmers burn scraps to avoid carrying coal and cove. corn is a key fire fuel. Mr and Mrs Baker hosted a social with a large crown and dancers, music, and lunch. The Sunday Singing club enjoyed an afternoon of song at Luke Fones’s home. Rev Dr Oliver took charge of Grand’s Chapel field. Miss Daisy Conklin of Boise City Oklahoma visited neighbors for two weeks amid many dances. Floss Kennan leased its fare to Glande Jeffries for the year, moving to Oklahoma for a transfer job. A dance at the CW Baker home drew Extind ranch guests. An epidemic of colds affects the neighborhood. Chicago News briefly noted.

Arnold Starkey Cub Arnold Cale Giles Charley Wagoner Kenton Okla Perry Craven Glenn Qdorissi Graven Rosebud Tere Hobl. Baker Mrs Baker Thelma Davis Mes W. EB. Howard Dovie Luke Fones Oliver Grand’s Chapel Daisy Conklin Boise

Textile Mills Chop Wages of Sixteen Thousand Workers

Lawrences, Mass December 14. The first wage reduction by mill corporations was announced by Pacific Mills and Arlington Mills. About 16 000 workers were notified that the adjustment takes effect December 20. The cut is understood to approximate 2 4 percent, following a conference last week. No statement from American Woolen Mills on wage reductions.

Lawrences Mass Pacific Mills Arlington Mills Distone Wimit Cnnfer

Amistad Basketball Victories Amid Energetic Crowd

Amstad edge rival team in three tight market ball contests. Both squads played hard with spirited youth spectators after noon. The visiting team left disappointed, while Amstad retained bragging rights for the day in a series of close wins.

Amstad Amistad

For Sale Cleathag Tractor and Farm Implements Ad

Misc items listed including a Cleathag tractor with hour dive plow tandem disc 2 hole seeder and new items offered for 075.00. Nearby ads name ACPO CHURCH Clayton Miss and local residents. Mentions election mood and Christmas shopping. Several names appear among community members and local events.

Acpo Church Clayton

Albuquerque Journal Editor M L Fox Puts Graft Foe, Tax Dodging Ties

M L Fox of Albuquerque, long editor of the Journal, resigned after years of exposing graft. Carl Magee, now editor, faces political pressure as he refuses to back the Burson crowd and defends independent reporting amid state tension.

M. L. Fox Albuquerque Albuquerque Journal Fox Jess Carl Magee Tait Bursuin A al

Dr Mills Found Him Pt The American Jewish Relief letters

A November 11 1920 letter from the American Jewish Relief Committee cautions readers about a Mr Mastin and a Mr Crown traveling through New Mexico soliciting funds for Jewish War Sufferers. Henry H Rosenfelt National Director asks publication of a notice to protect readers from misrepresentation.

Lettey New York N.Y Faller the News Clayton Ian Krown Mey Jon Mastin Hannmien New Mexico Henry EH. Rosenfelt

Superb Lyceum Number Scheduled for December 27

Nia Singing or Hayton high schools present a Lyceum program at the High School Auditorium on Monday night December 1. It features six talented entertainers with readings songs instrument solos and costume selections. Single admission 50 and 35 cents. adults season tickets 1.60 for four numbers. child season tickets 1.00 for the remaining four numbers.

Nia Hayton Lyceum Aditorum

Nix of Rosebud Visits Clayton on Wednesday

Me Nix of Rosebud visited Clayton on Wednesday, staying for a brief stop during a regional trip. Local officials and residents noted the visit as a small community exchange.

Nix Rosebud

Election call to choose a peace officer per precinct

The county board of commissioners calls for election in each precinct on Monday in January to elect a peace officer for the precincts. Voters show strong support for certain candidates while discussing law enforcement, intoxicating liquors, and vigilant policing in Vivien County. The article notes the district attorney and several sheriffs as figures shaping the race and urges voters to back reform.

Board of County Commissioners Lee Clayton Cupl Shyder Ami Vivien Heel Wendin Ford Houlleggen Wis Petinen Gap Petinen Gap Ps, Snydiar Shy Sstaul Nepees Chavton

De Viner Takes Over Elmwood Barber Shop

A deal closed days ago transfers ownership of the Elmwood Barber Shop to J De Viner from Morist’s, AL Tank, and Beliewat. Former owners depart early this week. Tank travels to California and Beliewat to Iowa.

J. de Viner Ealinid Morist AL Tank Beliweatha Tank California Iowa Harap

Wedding of W. OS and Alfont Goedt in Glayton

Unnamed couple united in Baptist parsonage in a week long wedding. Local friends extend best wishes for a long life together and many happy years.

W. OS Alfont Glayton

Pastor and wife welcomed at Turaday church event

A Turaday evening service installed a new pastor and wife, with gifts from church members led by J. Brown Sunday School superintendent. The couple spoke briefly as a grateful crowd enjoyed sandwiches, pie, and coffee before leaving.

Saue Blakeley Ehh J. Brown

Warber of Commerce Hosts Yorktown Committees Meeting

Warber of Commerce rooms hosted the December gathering of eight organizations with several reports incomplete. Aims included distributing Nut baskets with candy apples butter and other goods, planning for Christmas dinner support, and coordinating tree lighting in Kenton with a downtown location.

Nousteen Warber of Commerce Weide Homby

Ladies Missionary Society Meets Tuesday

The Ladies Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. 3M. Kalmondsan. Eleven members and two visitors, Mrs. H. C. McFadden and Mrs. D. A. Whela were present. The program was dispensed with. members made candy sacks for the Christmas tree and the hostess served refreshments. The next meeting is January 4, 1921, hosted by Mrs. W. M. All ladies are invited.

Ladies Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church W.M

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