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Newspaper
The Evening Current
Location
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1918
Page
2
The Evening Current is designated as second class matter dated April 16 1917 and filed at the Carlsbad New Mexico post office under the 1879 act. Published daily except Sundays by Carlsbad Printing Co.
The article argues sugar is the key energy source in preserved fruits and merits high consumption. It notes sugar supplies bulk and energy, outweighing other components, and urges adherence to government waste regulations to maximize usefulness and economy.
Eastern publications praise western yards for unmatched speed and tonnage, with Chairman Harley noting ships are being built there faster than in prior American efforts. The piece also reports Mrs Rove Pastor Stokes conviction over sedition and describes the American Defense Society promoting the story The Man Without a Country to rally citizens on Decoration Day.
Otis Lee Jones and Gladys Vera Paddock married at eight o'clock in the courthouse with Judge Hichards officiating. Both from the plains near Eunice with the groom in the mechanical corps. he departs for Camp Arby near Austin. Witnesses were enlisted men and friends. Best wishes extended to the couple.
A group of men to depart soon organize a dance at the Armory tonight. Tickets cost one dollar per couple, profits beyond expenses go to the Red Cross. The Mexican orchestra provides music and all are welcome.
Mrs Dr Jackson and her boys intend to leave at the start of June for Long Beach California to spend the summer there and likely change their routine.
The Current reports Major B. P. Bujac is back in town after a severe operation and has resumed his work at the law office as before.
The weekly program lists speakers and topics for May and June 1918 with dates and outlines. Names include F G Tracy W A Poore Rev Mr Pratt Mefivain Minter J B Oliver W A Craig Judge D G Grantham Geo W Adams and W L Minter, plus notices of substitutions. It requests notification if any speaker cannot fit their date.
Mrs H H Dilley reports Red Cross shipments including bed shirts afghans washcloths and substitute handkerchiefs. Items listed cover bed supplies medical pads towels and pillow slips with quantities ranging from 2 to 102 across 14 product types.
The piece recalls Memorial Day traditions of honoring the nation’s dead while recognizing new struggles. It links battles like Gettysburg, Fredericksburg, and Chickamauga to modern conflicts and emphasizes remembering both American soldiers and civilian losses abroad, inspiring renewed devotion.
A light shower occurred last night totaling seven hundredths of an inch as W Frank Smith the Weather Observer at the Reclamation building recorded. Indications point to more rain soon, bringing needed moisture.
Eugene Kindel from Lovington stayed with kinsman T J Kindel west of town after arriving yesterday among Eddy County’s 61 selectees. He expects to be relocated somewhere this week.
The union service will be held Thursday morning from 8 90 to 9 46 at the Presbyterian church. It calls for humiliation fasting and prayer in line with the president's proclamation. The Ministerial Alliance urges all Christians to attend promptly in a spirit of fasting humility and prayer to make it a vital service. D F Sellards President. W Pratt, Seer.
A wartime remembrance article honors soldiers who died defending liberty and recalls the nation’s formation by Washington and Lincoln. It warns of a sinister foe threatening freedom, praises perseverance, and vows to defend democracy through courage, sacrifice, and a lasting peace.
Wartime civic reminder urges savings over spending as soldiers press on. The call emphasizes national effort and thrift to support the war, urging readers to purchase War Savings Stamps.
Public notice style advertises a 24 inch wagon and a sack of flour for cash at Connell's stalls. It urges inquiries at the Post Office and grocers for brown bread mix and cake mix with no substitute required. Details mention standard low prices and several dates.
On the market for a first class second hand car? Visit the Cnne mus Shoppe Can Fix It for a bargain. We offer 15 cars to choose from and urge you not to miss seeing them.
Local shop promotes the newly arrived Studebaker touring cars and trucks urging customers to compare before buying elsewhere. Sales pitch emphasizes value and availability at the Ohnemus establishment.
Two rental ads offer light housekeeping rooms. One shows a water and sink in the kitchen and asks to see Mrs H. Fe James. The other advertises one suite of connecting light housekeeping rooms downstairs and directs inquiries to Mrs Maggie Reed at the Metropolitan hotel.
Fresh Thoroughbred Jersey cow aged four available for sale. Prospective buyers may call or phone C. H. McLENATHEN for details.
Mrs. J. M. Dillard will open a private school in the Grammar school building Monday May 27 at eight o'clock. All pupils wishing to make half a grade or walk off a condition should enroll at once. Special attention given to A 7th work. 21M-24Met
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