Coal Rate Talks Move Toward Lower Coal Prices
Clayton Chamber of Commerce secretary J F Lunsford reports ongoing negotiations with the State Corporation Commission to secure rate reductions on coal. Letters indicate expected overall sales declines and potential future price cuts as commissions and railways consider adjustments from Trinidad and Raton districts to Clayton and Des Moines New Mexico and related routes.
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Clayton Chamber of Combheres
Thrists
J. F. Lunsford
State Corporation
Commisatin
Lunsford
Clayton
Houghton
Raton
Mr. Houghton
F. B. Houghton
A. T
8. F. Ry. Co
Chicago
Ilinois
Bir
Johnson
Colorado & Southern Railway
Trinidad
Des Moines
N. M
Walsenburg
Santa Fe
C&s
Prea Ces Jush H
Girls Sewing Club Enjoys Friday Night at Pridetay Home
The Girls Sewing Club of U8 AN HON was hosted Friday night by Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Pridetay on West Broadway. Lois and Rebs McArthur led as hostesses with cheerful hospitality. About sixty guests attended, enjoying music and socializing in a lively, well hosted evening.
Churches Organize Basketball Clubs
Churches organize Sunday school basketball teams to stimulate work and healthful recreation. Men and women from various Sunday schools prepare, with a schedule to start soon and strong feats anticipated in the early competition.
Young People Serve Oysters at Christian Church Event
The Young Married People’s class hosted a public oyster supper at the Christian church on Thursday. Boys in aprons ran the kitchen with skill while ladies served in the dining hall. Proceeds exceed 65 dollars, netting about 25 for the class treasury to fund future needs.
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Christian Church
Claas
Tom Bushnell
Preacher Lunsford
Lorian Bogis
Horace Kirby
Dr.ac
Hyden Edmondson
Ray
Franklin P. Rilburn
Lodge of Odd Fellows
I. O
BF. Hall
Tom Busthinell
Visiting Week at Clayton Laundry Featured in Local Notice
A public notice invites visitors to Clayton Laundry at Linden Me, Linden manager, preparing for visitors week. The ad promises a well equipped facility with competent staff and courteous service for guests visiting the Clayton area.
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Clayton
Uhig Islue
Linden
Cayton
Warnley
Chayton
Clayton Defeats Raton 34 to 7 In High School Football
Clayton hosts Raton in a decisive football win 34 to 7. Walter Selvy led drives with multiple scores as Goble and teammates broke through Raton’s line. The home crowd praised Clayton’s open field running and strong tackling amid a strong Rotary Club display.
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Clayton A
Ben Terrill
Walter Selvy
Sefton
Cody
Selvy
Raton
Calhart
Coble
Clayton
Clayton Boys
Thenn
Goble
Hi Ton
Trinidad
Colo
Colorado
Rotary Club
Bkt
Iyis
Dalhart
Harmon Aytes
Social Evening Hosted by Mr J F Keane for Christian Endeavor
The Christian Endeavor society of the Christian Church met at the home of Mr and Mrs J F Keane for their monthly social and business gathering. Games followed the regular agenda and refreshments were served as the hosts were praised for their hospitality. The writeup notes growing interest in the Endeavor work and invites those missing meetings to attend.
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Christian Endeavor Society of the
Christian Church
Wait Mes
J. FE. Keane
Brane
Distribution of School Money to Local Districts
State funds provide 2.50 per child of school age to school boards for current expenses only. An additional 2.50 per individual from the new school fund will be allotted on last census totals. Funds must not cover debts prior to September 1924 and cannot be diverted for prior year obligations. The Bateman Act requires annual use for current expenses. violations void expenditures and may trigger legal action. The State Educational Auditor will pursue proceedings for law violations. Do not use state or tax revenues to pay old warrants or prior-inception debts.
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John Joeen
Jovrns
Bateman
Singing Convention At Thomas In Union County
The Union County Singing Convention will meet at Thomas on Sunday in October. A grand basket dinner will be served by the Thomas ladies. The Singing Association is growing in popularity and members look forward to future conventions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union County Singing Convention
Thomas
Singing Association
Barber Operates in Town Scanner Scene
A local barber runs a routine in the town scene amid ongoing issues with access and visibility. The article notes community reactions and mentions the barber’s role in local daily life.
Cattle Loan Groups Urged for New Mexico Relief Funds
Governor Mechem forwards a 1921 letter and 1924 telegram to Senator Bursum urging formation of cattle loan companies to access a $10 million New Mexico share of a $2.5 billion War Finance loan fund. Banks may form one or more stock companies to handle loans for stockmen, with state bankers urged to convene a meeting.
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Mechem
Leleeram
Bursum
War Finance Board
Santa Fe
N. M
Borsum
War Finance [Corporation
Congress
New Mexico
Tris
Bankers Association
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State Corporation Commission
Hugh H. Williams
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Shai Wemeaerhaese
Irene
Beef
Ton Scans Barber OP
Washington, D
H. C. Bursum
Preme
el Paso
Texas
Meyer
Fort Worth
Presidentoration
Lawa
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