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Newspaper
The Evening Current
Location
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1917
Page
2
The Evening Current published in Mexico states W H Mullane as editor and manager with second class matter at the post office. It is printed by the Carlsbad Printing Company and is a member of the Associated Press with rights reserved for republication and local news.
A forenoon parade stretched nine to ten blocks with diverse floats from meat wagons to little burro drawn carts. Spectators filled the sidewalks as banners and flags marched past. notable displays included water wagon teams and a Red Cross car. Families and children rode or walked, while local clubs and businesses showcased banners and props amid the festive scene.
A local procession through Carlsbad lines the street between the bank and Corner Drug Store with band music and Scouts in place. The W C T U and Mrs Ralph contribute to the chorus and rhymes as residents are urged to sustain future parades and make Carlstad a valley leader.
The article outlines historical postage rate shifts from three to ten cents based on distance, noting 1846 rules for under 200 miles and over 300 miles, 1851 reductions to three cents up to 1000 miles and ten cents beyond, plus the 1847 authorization of adhesive postage stamps and June 1846 uniform distance rate.
Denver experiences a wild oil rush following Wyoming crude strikes. Brokers claim the city is gripped by speculation with brokers, clerks, and clerical workers all participating. Oil stock prices jump to three cents a share, while dense crowds swarm exchanges and offices. возникает
A fragment outlines simple thrift tips: substitute one cereal flour for wheat, save butter and fats, use vegetable oils for cooking, and cut sugar and sweets. It emphasizes saving in meals and table use.
A historical form invites households to pledge service under the Food Administration. It notes membership duties at home, directs forwarding to the administrator, and mentions a Home Card of Instruction and a Membership Window Card in a wartime food program.
Report notes glut of orders from oil market players amid winter season activity. Strong entities include oil firms and automobile agencies.
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