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Newspaper
The Gallup Herald
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1926
Page
4
The Gallup Herald lists advertising rates by week, month, or year and provides its office address at 810 Railroad Avenue Gallup New Mexico with Chas W Davis as receiver.
City leaders confront corruption and disorder as citizens, churches, and businesses balk at action. Mayor Canavan leads efforts to cleanse the town before Ceremonial week, while factions fear votes, politics, and trade. A second Forty-Niner carnival is discussed amid the impasse.
The committee on resolutions at the Democratic Convention is criticized for omitting Gregory Page from blame while praising Governor and indicting Holloman Fall Bursum and Denny. The writer questions the oversight and hints at political tensions. The text ends noting a sense the millennium dawn is near.
At the county Democratic convention Monday night the small crowd was stunned when the governor reportedly said that “about ten thousand ignorant Navajo Indians” remain of the Republican party on the Reservation. Despite the insult the convention endorsed the governor’s administration, praising him as the greatest in New Mexico’s territorial days.
A column mocks the governor for claiming only about ten thousand Navajo Indians remain loyal to Republicans in New Mexico. The piece suggests possible misquotation and notes the governor stayed up late before a Democratic Convention, hinting at questionable remarks to influence votes.
A reader recounts Pete Hantagos long giving meals to the needy at Gallup restaurants, now facing legal trouble as the assistant district attorney raids and files charges, with a Justice of the Peace trial and a guilty count amid mixed public words. The raid reportedly targeted the White Swan Inn area, and Pete’s places were closed.
Monkey Maggie acts as executive white-washer over Albuquerque mayor involved in a nighttime mix-up with another man. He claims the mayor stepped aside to let an ex-soldier pass as coverage clears, amid talk of skipping the Democratic State Convention in Las Vegas.
Yonkers financier John E. Andrus cites Dr Frank Crane arguing ninety percent of Columbia graduates lack success in professions. He warns colleges push white collar careers and urges broader training for manual trades, noting nature sets the balance between mental and physical work.
The Colorado Democratic party denounces the Ku Klux Klan tone and calls the movement the birth of a white sheeted group. The piece questions where the group gains sympathy and whether Gallup Ku Kluxers should be named in print.
A report claims ten thousand dollars in hand paid secured the support of New Mexico’s chief political figure for Bursum against “dear brother” Dick Hanna, highlighting a disputed political deal.
Readers note tense political clash as Magee’s followers press for Bursum support while opposing rival Dick Hanna in the United States Senate contest. Critics accuse a hypocritical stance, claiming repeated professed affection for Hanna as a brother amid strategic backing dynamics.
The Navajo Delphian Society of Gallup hosted a luncheon at El Navajo with yellow decor and Delphian color place cards. Talks by Mrs. Maple and others covered the Delphian meaning to community and school, with solo and duet performances. Out-of-town guests included Mrs. Phenecie Las Cruces and Mrs. Bayly Washington DC. A mileage error led to plans to form a chapter at Gamerco.
The piece notes August 15th to 21st birthdays of Sir Walter Scott and Ethel Barrymore. It describes personalities as reckless yet honest, sociable and witty, with women loving home and artistic leanings and men likely to become doctors scientists inventors writers or professors.
Reverend Fryling reported from Zuni that crops are never better and that the Indians are in prosperous condition. He cited favorable weather conditions aiding crop growth and noted plenty.
A vote of thanks was extended to Mr. Kerner, manager of the El Navajo, for courtesies extended. A meeting will be held Thursday at Mrs. F B Maples home at 2:80 o clock for the signing of the charter, which we were moneyid not arrive on time for signing at the luncheon.
A historic beauty article argues hair is central to appearance and offers practical care tips. It urges regular brushing and combing, proper technique to avoid breakage, daily cleaning of tools, and personal use of one’s own accessories to maintain health and shine.
The Farmington Times-Hustler faces criticism for attacking Judge Holloman over a change of venue in a Klans case. The New Mexican supports the judge and warns against public opinion swaying judicial decisions. The debate centers on fair trials and the limits of press influence on courts.
The Silver City Enterprise prints a lengthy column by Carl Magee defending his life and praising his virtues while challenging Governor Hannett to address Grant County voters directly. The piece questions local governance and calls for Hannett to appear during the campaign to speak to Democrats about leadership.
In Gallup a memorial note recalls Pete Hantagos a restaurateur whose long years in the city drew affection and whispers of loss. The writer M McMillan laments the sparse kindness shown after his passing and hints at a life spent in service to others and to his craft.
The school at Page, New Mexico, shifted from winter to summer term due to bad roads and weather. Principal Millie Rivers reports a month of solid attendance and good work with 49 pupils present.
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