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Newspaper
The Evening Current
Location
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1917
Page
2
The Carlsbad Printing Company publishes the Carlsbad Evening Current led by W H Mullane as editor and manager. It is a second class matter post at Cartebad New Mexico under the 1879 act and a daily paper with Sundays off. Associated Press news are used with republication rights reserved.
Scottet ter argues over irrigation district reorganization for the Carlsbad Project under the Reclamation Service. He compares Federal Farm Loan Bank and district loans, warns about liens and payments, and urges a choice that favors settlers, noting New Mexico voting restrictions and tax implications.
A reader voices concerns about Senate Bill 1832 and the proposed Reclamation District plan. The letter compares loan values on forty acres under both options and questions lien priority, contract terms, and fairness for water users.
The discussion centers on whether a court decision could nullify existing rights under current government contracts. The Water Users' Association plan and a District plan for cost collection are debated, with suggestions that the County Treasurer may hire an assistant and charge the irrigation district for the expense. Stakeholders are urged to consider these factors before deciding how to proceed.
Scott Etter argues for scrutiny of state irrigation district statutes and federal Reclamation Service contracts. He warns that Congress rules and NM legislature can alter governing acts, creating double uncertainty for funding through municipal taxes and district operations.
Mrs Sellers visiting her son Dr Sellers and wife at Otumwa Iowa rested yesterday there. She has felt better during the last two weeks of the visit and many local friends hope the stay will greatly aid her recovery.
Wright's fancy Nancy Halloween Potatoes are now on sale at leading grocers. Local shoppers urged to grab limited stock before supplies run out.
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