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Newspaper

The Evening Current

Location

Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1917

Page

3

Local visitors and residents pass through Carlsbad area notes

Paul Curry the Remington typewriter man and Bud Campbell with Haskel Binham visit Bates hotel. Messrs Campbell and Binghs depart for 9K lane Aud Lusk goes to Roxwell. Auditor Mr Kelly of the Santa Fe pursues road business. Mrs Bruce improves after a week of illness. Mrs Thompson plans to return to Carlsbad. Sam Lusk of the National Bank of Carlsbad leaves for Roswell. K Bowers and Aleid Bowers visit the town. A. J. Sleane returns from Roswell Artesia. Hod Sleane hosts. Mrs Willie entertains Konwell friends Thealand and Mrs Bin hart visit with two children. John Luk and others depart by train with 18–20 cars shipped including Lusk ik Ward Py Fenton and Richards Rarey.

Mrs Chas Jones Returns Home From Cold Northern Trip

Mrs Chas Jones enjoys home life after a long cold trip north. She left in August and was greeted by a snow storm in Newark Ohio. She visited several places in Ohio and Indiana but found it cold and said she is delighted to get back to sunny California.

Mra Chas, Jones Newark Ohio Indiana Mra. Jones Sunny C

Fred Shermayer Returns from Town Change Spree

Fred Shermayer, longtime Dark Canyon ranch scout, spent several years in town for change. He noted he has raised turkeys and chickens on the ranch, but none have been brought home to stay.

Fred Shermayer Dark Canyon Fred Mae Spen

Mullane Ford Tale Sparks Gas Stop Mystery

Jules Baker purchased the former Mullane Ford from Oliver and Hines. The car skims over hills and uses both hands on the wheel as Jack 4 Frank learns about gas at Orla, while noting efficient cruising.

Jules Baker Oliver Hines Mullane Ford Jack Frank Orla

Unclear Draft Mentions Perry in Printing House Context

Fragmentary line references J Perry and printing houses and a current force in the coming week. No clear event or place is identifiable from the text.

J. &. Perry

Twenty Ounce Liberty Loaf At Mod Market Bakery

A 20 ounce Liberty loaf is priced at 10 cents at Mod Market Bakery. The item appears in a small shop listing with price and location details. The note identifies the product name, weight, store, and price for shoppers.

Mod Market

Deaths in Artesia: Mrs FD McMahan Passes After Illness

Mrs FD McMahan died at her Artesia home after a three week illness. She lived in Artesia many years and devoted life to family and religion. Survived by husband and several children, with Lewis Means, a son in law, traveling from Queen Tant to reach her after the message. Friends extended sympathy.

FD. McMahan Artesia Lewis Means Queen Tant the Herth

Rope twirler Walter McGonagill visits town

Walter McGonagill, a famed rope twirler, arrived from Rogwell and the Carr and will stay several days. He may visit the ranch before the roping event to fetch his pony for the boys to see, weather permitting from Roxwell to Hagerman and on to Ava.

Walter McGonagill Rogwell Walter Uve Roxwell Hagerman Ava

Weather Debate Over Precipitation Signals Regional Impact

A steady discussion began Thursday night on rainfall levels not yet reaching a half inch, with forecasts suggesting future conditions may bring weed growth and greener pastures, benefiting cowmen nationwide.

Thoreday

Rainy weather hampers cattlemen reports from Ridgely

The fragment notes persistent rain across the mountains with heavy clouds and muddy roads. A hunter at Aerey ranch reports rain reaching distant areas and predicts continued bad conditions for cattle drivers and ranch business.

Malaga Family Couples In Town For Visit And Shopping

Mr and Mrs F M Hatfield and Dan Mins Inez all of Malaga are in town today for business and shopping. They hurried to return home as Mr Hatfield feared more rain would interrupt town life.

F. M. Hatfield Dan Mins Inez Malaga Hatfield

Mrs Sikes Undergoes Appendectomy At Eddy County Hospital

Mrs. C. Sikes underwent an operation at the Eddy County Hospital this morning for appendicitis. She was reported doing as well as could be expected at noon.

C. ©. Sikes Eddy County Hospital

Rain Delights Ranch After Thursday Hailstorm

Albert Ares rode in on the mail car to report pleasant rain at the ranch. He notes hail occurred Thursday and a tank at the Power station took in new water, signaling improved conditions after the shower.

Albert Ares Nomeewater

Shell Aids War Romance Hidden in Battle Trench

A dramatic wartime tale follows a nurse who becomes deeply involved with a blinded soldier. She nurses him in France and, while dictating a love letter, discovers a mistaken suitor and reconciles with the wounded man as doctors later reveal his sight may return.

Qirl Alsnee Freet Logan France Bugian

Local travelers plan Roswell visit during cattle venture

John Nevenger and the Stewarts with Mrs Hickins and Harry McKinm depart forenoon for a few days in Roswell on a visiting and business expedition. The trip may adjust plans but aims to explore cattle investments and local affairs during the excursion.

John Nevenger Canyon Allen Stewart Thos, Hickins Harry McKinm Stewart Roswell

Michigan visitor joins Loving family trip in mohair shipment

Mrs. John Nymeyer and daughter traveled from Loving to visit her brother from Michigan. McCodlaum and Pat Middleton arrived with two loads of mohair after three days on the road marked by rain and mud. They faced trouble near the John Cantrell place but remained jovial despite the weather.

John Nymeyer Loving Cone Michigan McCodlaum Pat Middleton John Cantrell

British Front Advances Reported in Formal Announcement

An official statement today reports continued progress at the battle front. The update confirms steady advances by Allied forces with limited details on locations or losses.

London

German High Cruisers Off Helgoland Reported

The Uritich admiralty announces German warships have reared and the British are chasing them. Walter Phelan is here in France today enjoying and seeing his friends.

Ly Londo Helgoland Uritich Admiralty Walter Phelan Franch

Morans Reports Heavy Weather From Ronnie and Cox Ranch

Lewin Morans describes six feet of water in a distant area, noting the terrain near the hall is heavy and appears to grow heavier farther away, reflecting a rugged rural scene and impact on local paths or structures.

Lewin Morans Ronnie and Cox Ranch

Rain Delights Visitors On Ranch Visit

Wil Simmons, wife and son Roy found Chas, Ward and son-in-law Wascetting doing well on the ranch this morning. The visitors said they would stay in town all day and were pleased with the rain that fell in the area.

Wil Simmons Roy Chas Ward

Sioux Falls Doctor Seeks Carlsbad Valley Property

De Glazier of Sioux Falls seeks real estate in Carlsbad related to Dr Diefendorf who holds valley property interests and has had no access for years.

de. Glazier Sioux Falls Carlsbad Diefendorf Ohere

Little Miss Adelle Nujne Seeks Health Improvements

The note reports Adelle Nujne recovering from illness this forenoon and that Hattie Baker has been promoted to operator at Vaughn. It suggests Baker may soon achieve a closer posting at home as she continues to do well.

Adelle Nujne Hetails Hattie Baker Vaughn

Eye and Ear Glasses Fitted In Carlsbad Visits

Dr. D. D. Swearingsn of Roswell New Mexico will be in Carlsbad at Dr. Lauers office on the ninth and tenth of each month for eye nose and threat glasses fitting and consultation.

D. D. Swearingsn Roswell N. Mex Carlsbad

Army board of control appoints five members in thin session

The new army board of control met in the afternoon and appointed five members including W aurer and R. C. Dow along with J. W. Armstrong, W. Melivain, and EB. A. Roberts.

Army Board of Control Lary Tre Waurer R. C. Dow J. W. Armatrong W. " Melivain EB. A. Roberts

High School Freshmen Plan Evening for Sophomores

Freshmen organize a celebratory event at the high school this evening to honor the sophomores with activities and refreshments. The plan emphasizes school spirit and peer appreciation in a relaxed social setting.

Liberty Loaf Displayed at Model Market Bakery

A pare ounce Liberty Loaf is listed at the Model Market Bakery for 10 certs, reflecting a small unit option in the shop’s bread offerings.

Model Market

Frean andpment Pink Tires and Tubes by Oliver and Hines

Junt received a frean anpment involving Pink Tires and Tubes, attributed to OLIVER and HINES, in a damaged record noting delivery and supplier details.

Junt Oliver Hines

St Edward's Church Services Highlight Weekly Mass Schedule

St Edward's Church offers Holy Mass at 7 and 20 a.m on Sundays with an English sermon. Weekday services include Holy Mass at 8 15 a.m. on all weekdays.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Paul Curry Remington Typewriter Bud Campbell Haskel Binham Bates Hotel Messrs Campbell Binghs Aud Lusk Mr. Kelly The Santi Fe Bob Bruce Mary Thompson Carlebad J. M. Halbert Sam Lusk Natonal Bank of K. Bowers Aleid Bowers Mataga A. J. Sloane Hod Sleane A J Willie Konwell Mee T. J. Thealand M. Binhart Avaja Kansas City Mar John Luk John Lusk Joe Ik Chas, Ward Py Fenton Richards A Viekens SHELL Public Utilities Metse An Pereation the Sweet Shop St. Edward's Church Notary Ray Davis Americas America the Public Utilities Co
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