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Newspaper
The Evening Current
Location
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1918
Page
2
The Evening Current notes its editor and matter entry status with post office details for Carlsbad New Mexico under the 1879 act. It states publication continues with exemptions and identifies the publisher as the Evening Current.
A standard Associated Press copyright statement appears in the paper, crediting AP material and local news content. The note announces exclusive republication rights and reuse policies for the publication and its readers.
The dispatch notes that the bill authorizing the president to take over telegraph and telephone lines has passed the House but may not be final. It contrasts Associated Press reports with other services and calls for speedy action before a Senate decision.
A distorted notice discusses scarce staples in New Mexico including sugar and hotels, outlining ration percentages and certificates. It references the Racers Division and the Food Administration, with vague figures about allowances and pricing amid wartime austerity.
The New Mexico Council of Defense accuses William Randolph Hearst of anti-British, pro German bias and urges loyal Americans to avoid Hearst papers during the war. It contends Hearst tried to undermine administration war plans and discouraged Liberty Loan subscriptions while favoring Bolshevik narratives. The council cites editorials praising Roosevelt and attacking Wilson, labeling Hearst untrustworthy and self serving.
Miss Helen McKenzie visits the lower valley today and aims to secure a class in elocution in Carlabad. She is an accomplished educator of expression and teaches approved methods of physical culture with strong recommendations from schools where she has taught.
Twenty five Hoy Scouts led by Assistant Scout Master Jackson gathered at the camp site for supper and a late night of games and activities. They enjoyed a windy night with songs and planned breakfast before departure.
Mrs Henry Muldrow plans departures tomorrow or Monday to the hot El Mase Gap. She notes rain is possible, crews have supplies, and the sheep are reported to be in good condition. Carlsbad reports July 6 with tonight generally fair and little change in temperature.
Morning report states htufia Madero plans to move part of his cattle from a ranch about seventy five miles southwest of town. Prolonged drought worsens conditions and he seeks men to assist with the drive overland to Fort Stockton about a hundred miles away.
Robert Toffelmire left Friday for Lovington after spending the Fourth of July in Carlsbad with his family. George Wood, Toffelmire’s plumber, accompanied him and will install plumbing in the new jail at Lovington, currently under construction by Mr. Toffelmire.
Mrs Maude Wyman Jenking travels by train this afternoon to Carlsbad from the northern county to assist the Roya nd Girls Club efforts. She attended a party and civic event at Hope the Fourth. WANTED: Wash worn Apply at Gis Reed place.
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