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Newspaper
The Evening Current
Location
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1917
Page
1
Premier Price Looff assured Associated Press that after five socialist deputies entered the cabinet the crisis in Russia was settled. He said a new coalition would resume support for reasonable Russian cities and stability in the country.
Senator A A Jones and Congressman W B Walton arranged an examination at the University of New Mexico on May 25 for Naval Academy midshipman nominees. The top two grades gain Annapolis appointments, with merit as the sole basis, ensuring only New Mexico's best compete for the honor. Further information is available from the University of New Mexico, Senator Jones, or Congressman Walton. After appointment, successful candidates must pass a subsequent government examination.
Congress completed action on the war army bill, the second major war measure. The Senate approved the conference report 65 to 8, and Vice President Marshall with Speaker Clark will sign it and forward it to President Wilson. The bill is expected to become law by tomorrow night.
Baxter Hunt and Guy Parker, previously with the Livingston ranch, travel to Parker Arizona to join Fuller Bros. Cattle Co. Baxter becomes wagon boss and Guy range manager. Leila Christian and Eulalia Merchant plan to Roswell for the N. M. M. S baccalaureate by Rev. Pratt and the final ball Monday night.
U S Weather Forecast May 18 1917 notes tonight increasing cloudiness and Saturday cloudy in the south with rain in the north. A street report praises Captain Bujac who enrolled about eighty men under the stars and stripes at Clovis, boosting local ranks and civic pride.
In Albuquerque on June 27 supervision oversees an examination whose passage grants eligibility for entry to the Academy, contingent on passing a physical examination.
The Current learns from station agent Mr M Bales that Western Union Telegraph cannot reach Carlabad this afternoon and only one file is received. As a result the paper lacks its usual AP dispatch quota.
The Crawford Airdome opens tonight featuring Mary Pickford in Poor Little Rich Girl. Last night’s trial run, attended by the manager and friends, impressed all with the fire-proof construction and modern comforts. The venue pledges top attractions and strong public appeal for hot summer nights.
Miss Maude Lucas daughter of Mr and Mrs W P Lucas married Mr J B Dickson at Saint Johns church in Roswell. The ceremony featured Lohengrin’s wedding march and a six course breakfast at the bride’s home. The couple will reside at 113 West Wathews with relatives in Carlsbad and Roswell sending best wishes for a long, happy life.
The first of six fully organized American Red Cross hospital units reaches England on May 18, comprising 300 personnel including 20 medical officers and 60 nurses. It is the first unit officially sanctioned to carry the American flag to France. Six units will sail from the United States, totaling about 1500 people. Also notes travel and local civic items.
An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from Amsterdam says rumors at The Hague indicate Russia is seeking a truce with the Central Powers due to political shifts in Petrograd. The report notes the rumor appears of German origin.
Mr Dillyhunty completed a cattle purchase today taking over two-year old steers from Mr Witherspoon for about 45 dollars. Mr Dillyhunty and his family are in town now.
An auto party including John Lucas and wife Gladys Bush with Mrs Sallie Slaughter and Gere Lucas and wife travels to the Dan Lucas ranch near White Mountain Inn. The trip seeks heat relief, with visits to Herschell Lucas at his ranch and Mrs Harry Patehin in 14 Page before returning. Gorge Lucas, recently unwell, hopes for better health on the return.
Coward family and A W Coward from Southwest Texas and San Antonio arrived in Carlsbad on Wednesday. The former editor of the Poteete Register, ill health prompted him to close the paper and move here to seek better health and a new life amid the brown earth and turquoise skies of the great Southwest.
The proclamation calls citizens to observe Memorial and Decoration Day on Wednesday May 20 1917 in Carlsbad New Mexico. It honors fallen soldiers and urges residents to decorate graves with flowers and flags and participate in appropriate ceremonies at the cemetery on Hill.
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