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Newspaper
The Evening Current
Location
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1918
Page
2
The Evening Current lists L. Perry as editor and manager. It notes second class matter status since April 16, 1917, at Carlsbad New Mexico post office under the 1879 act. Publication is daily except Sundays by Carlsbad Printing Co.
The paper notes that the Associated Press retains exclusive rights to use all AP dispatches and locally credited material, stating the news service’s exclusive entitlement to republication in this publication.
A Brookline Chronicle reprint questions wartime knitting. It argues knitting is unnecessary for the army, that machine work is faster and cheaper, and that Red Cross output is properly limited by government quotas and War Department plans. The piece notes army regulations hide sweaters and cites experts on production limits.
The notice promises to handle job printing efficiently by asking readers to provide current details and contact for further arrangements. It emphasizes readiness to execute printing tasks with prompt service.
Amarillo Texas July 17 after twenty two years as president of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Ripley announces retirement from active management in a full farewell letter to employees He hopes the road will retain its old characteristics and courteous efficient service as it passes under government control with Storey appointed federal banker and continued stockholder relations retained by Ripley
Washington dispatch notes Senator Pall in New Mexico for high level business and hints at retirement unless Congress recesses. Friends say duty may keep him in the Senate. Congressman Walton delays NM trip without recess. El Paso collectorship unresolved pending Democratic primaries. Possible Cobb nomination could lead to a successor for Senator Jones.
The piece notes New Mexico Democrats sought the Cobb nomination for Congress. internal trades for support suggest several seeking strong posts. If Cobb wins, Walton may seek the collectorship, paving the way for a Senate candidate endorsed by powerful interests. It also mentions cabinet friction and McAdoo’s short line action stirring resentment among Democrats.
A brief note advises readers to read the Evening Current for the latest news rather than asking neighbors. It promotes the newspaper as a trusted source for timely updates and local happenings.
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