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Newspaper
The Evening Current
Location
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1917
Page
4
In Beata Fe New Mexico on April 17 officials discussed action by Congress with wide impact on state matters. War department plans focus on troop numbers and defense of copper and zinc mines vital to wartime government needs. Government considering conference proposals from miners and citizens in the region.
A man named G. Brogdon, described as a local resident with relatives nearby, was found killed on a railway track in Tulsa. The report notes he was stabbed and robbed before death, and mentions mourners and friends in the area reacting to the tragedy.
The Roswell burglary report describes a morning break in using nitroglycerine to blast a safe. Railroad workers aided by tools likely used to breach the combination knob, with explosive placed and a tallow residue on the door. Night agent B. A. Shotwell attended to duties after the 2:15 northbound train, while nearby guards did not hear the explosion.
The document discusses building ships at cost, questioning Navy contract profits under tests. It cites English firm warnings, shell tests, and American manufacturing rivals, noting government risk and potential zero or negative returns on such naval orders. Detective notes report a linked robbery case but focus remains on feasibility and pricing for armored shells and warship construction.
A fragmented mosaic of household practice and social customs describes tea service rituals, teapot preparation, leaf handling, and serving portions. It also touches on fashion, garb for children, and hints of charitable relief and public notices amid dated lists and household guidance.
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