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Newspaper

The Evening Current

Location

Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1917

Page

3

Boosters Club Elects Officers at Commerc Club

At a Boosters meeting in Commerc club rooms last evening W A Poore was named president A J Linn secretary and Francis H Rywn treasurer. Committees will handle publicity roads streets and other matters for Carlsbad. Joe Sutton of Black River country visited on business and Bud Campbell now foreman of the 9K ranch was in town becoming a town favorite.

Boosters’ Club Commerc Club W. A. Poore Wax Elate A.J. Linn Rancis H. Rywn Carlstad Joe Sutton Black River Country Carlsbad Bud Campbell Bud

Lost item near town and mountain with response needed

Item lost between town and mountain. finder asked to leave at Bates or the current office for the board.

Bates

Food conservation pledge ends with 62 percent in Carlsbad

The campaign closed yesterday as 62 percent of Carlsbad families signed the pledge. The effort saves loaves for soldiers and local churches and Carlsbad School Superintendent G. M. Brinton receive special mention for their good work.

Carlsbad G. M. Brinton

Remarkable Quail and Duck Hunting Day trip

Yesterday Dr and Mrs Ervin D Jackson and Mr and Mrs Bert Rawlins motor to Rocky for quail and duck hunting. They enjoyed fried quail for dinner and brought back a number of ducks. They expressed themselves as having a delightful day.

Ervin D. Jackson Bert Rawlins Rocky

Uncle Claire Merchant departs for Abilene via Roswell

C W Merchant known as Uncle Claire left yesterday morning for Abilene Texas via Roswell. He plans to spend a day or two there and then return home via Clovis. He has enjoyed his stay here with his sons and many friends.

C.W. Merchant Uncle Claire Abilene Texa Roswell Clovis

Madera Family Returns From Ranch Home for Winter

KR. F. Madera arrived from the ranch yesterday afternoon and returns today with Mrs. A. Richmond and Miss Jayne Kindel. They will spend the winter there as governess. This is Miss Jayne’s second year in the role and she is praised for her natural talent with children.

KR. F. Madera

Woodman and Simpson Trip to Ranch Report

Harry Woodman and Jim Simpson traveled to the ranch yesterday. Mr Simpson says Mrs Simpson is doing nicely since returning home.

Harry Woodman Jim Simpson Mr. Sim Mrs. Simpson

Mrs Vole Improves After Illness This Week

Mrs. Vole has improved today after being unwell for most of the week. Her condition is described as better though she remains under care.

For Rent: Mt House Near Hospital with Two Rooms

For cash, my mountain house located near the hospital offers two rooms partly for rent. For particulars see Mrs Carrie Brawn.

Mt House Carrie Brawn

Local Visitor Hob Cleveland Arrives in Town

Hob Cleveland from Malaya visits the town today as locals note Bob’s boastful display of pluses. The report mentions cotton picking progress and a thumb injury that may excuse him for a few days.

Hob Cleveland Malaya Bob

Ralph the cleaner to run new coal press by Monday

A cleaner named Ralph plans to operate a coal driven press by Monday and is ready to assist as needed. The effort aims to replace gasoline usage in the shop with the new boiler powered system.

Ralph

Piano at a sacrifice sale in Denver area

Piano offered by Knight-Camp Bell Music Co in Denver at a special price with easy terms. The instrument, located near Carlsbad, is offered to a responsible buyer who will provide full references in the first letter.

Carlsbad Denver Knight-Campbell Music CO Colo

Brice and Smiths Travel Through Roswell and Mtocky

Judie Brice from Roswell on legal business returns while Mrs. Smith and her sons travel with the Smiths. The writ appears to involve brief stays at Bates hotel and visits with Mrs. Sam B. Smith.

Judie RK. Brice Roswell

Court visitors and ranching ties noted in local report

Hardin Clark and Richard Smith visited the court this week then left for the ranch. Richard Westaway arrived from the ranch and may return in a few days. J B Wallace the contractor is busy this week installing furnaces at the high school building.

Hardin Clark Richard Smith Court Richard Westaway Will J.B Wallace

Tea Honor for Mr and Mrs Downing Before Denver Trip

Mrs G Sikes hosted a relaxed tea yesterday afternoon for guests Mr and Mrs J T Downing who plan a several month stay in Denver Colorado. The affair featured white shagey Mume and ferns decor, Edison music, and a gathering of about twenty five ladies and gentlemen. Mesdames Burne and Dilly served coffee and tea, as friends chatted and enjoyed the occasion.

G. Sikes J. T. Downing Denver Wature

Lenard Ships First Grade White Faced Cattle

Lenard of Malaga contracts a shipment of first grade white faced cattle and expresses strong pride in the quality. The deal centers on the fresh stock brought into town for sale or auction, reflecting a notable livestock event for the Malaga area.

Lenard Malaga

For Rent Furnished House Ad Effie V Hart Roswell NM

Furnished house for rent listed by Effie V Hart at 102 North Muñoz Avenue Roswell New Mexico. Includes notes about swearing and a notary being on site with current mice policy.

Carlsbad to welcome new lumber yard venture

A new lumber yard is announced for Carlsbad showing growing local industry. CM Richards plans the store near the old Dick Hite restaurant, with Francie Ve, Groves and others contributing. Richards has long been part of Eddy County business and previously led Richards Lumber.

Carlsbad CM. Richards Dick Hitea Francie Groves University of Chicago Nothern Retal Lumber el Paso Richards Eddy County Richards Lumber Naional Bank Carlsund M.S Karl P. Han Kemp Lumber Co

Accidentally Shot Man Reported From Live Stock Co

A man was brought to Sister’s Hospital after being accidentally shot when his pistol discharged during a drop at Land F. Live Stock Co. He is reported in stable condition with a wound described as minor. The incident, details unclear, involves local residents and longtime Carlsbad resident Miss Rytones of Kanans. She plans to visit old friends in Carlsbad when possible.

Land F. Live Stock Co. R Tex Sister's Hospital

Washingtonian Roy Thomas Known as Nation’s Lawmaker

Roy Thomas of Washington DC visits his daughters Hatter Nell and Annie Thomas. A long time Member of Congress, he served as railroads attorney for the nation and is recognized for work on the House Judiciary Committee and other key committees shaping national welfare.

Ition Roy Thomas Washington, D.C Hatter-Nell Annie Thomas Thomas Arit Mt We Duttons Kentucky House Judiciary Congress

Roswell doctor to fit glasses in Carlsbad monthly

Dr. Lauer will host an ear, nose and throat eye glasses fitting clinic in Carlsbad the 10th of each month for residents from Roswell New Mexico and nearby areas.

Swearingin Roswell Carlsbad Dr. Lauer

Deming Friends Bid Farewell to Meo and Mrs Downing

Meo and Mrs J Downing plan a several month visit in Deming with friends leaving tomorrow night. They have lived in the valley for many months and have made many staunch friends who wish them a pleasant stay in Colorado and hope they return to Carlsbad to make their home here. Wise men reserve the right to change their minds.

Meo Mrs. J. Downing Deming M. Downin Valley Colorado Carlsvad

Local family eyes new Portales home purchases

Mel WOOFard and Vittle xen Billy return to Portales and plan to buy a residence. Carl bad welcomes a desirable addition to the family as Mr Ward, a ranchman, adds two accomplished daughters and two sons to the household.

Mel Woofard Billy Portales Carl Bad

Farmer Cure Wesley Sees Ready Returns from Alfalfa Seed

The farmer near Law reported good returns from alfalfa seed despite poor weather. He expects to net ten to twelve dollars per ton of hay while maintaining a surplus of fine hay for sale.

Frank Wesley

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Rinwell Bates Hotel Will Smith Mtocky Mr. Smith Mrs. Simi, Smith Sam B, Smith Christian Rae Sagaport Furaig W. Gumet Texas Pecor Valley Hide and Company Fire Hall Rydones Tame the Sweet Shop Ray Davis Olivero Nes Herbert Hoo Red Crow Worker the Public Utilities Company
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