Inauguration Ball Scrutiny and Political Controversy
The Gallup Herald calls for sobriety at New Mexico inaugural events and condemns bootleg influence. It urges investigation of alleged partisan intimidation at Rancho de la Punta, criticizes Democratic tactics, and questions the State Canvassing Board’s rapid certification. It urges Gov Dillon to maintain Prohibition standards and pursue accountability.
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New Mexico
Dick Dillon
Dillon
United States
Mr. Dillon
Gallup Rally Calls for Full Highway Completion
After four years of Democratic control the Malpai and the Gallup east and west highways remain unfinished. The editorial urges the Republican victory to accelerate completion, noting losses to Gallup and McKinley County from stalled road projects and criticizing political machines in New Mexico.
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Malpa
Arizona State Line
Republican Party
Gallup
McKinley County
Democrats Got Control of the Highway Department
Malpai
New Mexico
Bow wow doggerel on McKinley County highway delays
A reader scolds a vocal Democrat critic of state highway progress. The missive accuses the party of mismanaging funds for projects like McKinley County and the Malpai district, claiming prior Democratic control and unfinished work along the Arizona line. The piece ends with a bitter dismissal of the argument.
Ridiculous Democrats Plot Ballot Box Theft Mentioned
A fragment accuses two smart Democrats of attempting to take a ballot box to Gallup during an election night. The note implies Republican wins in McKinley County may wake Democrats to their own limits and abandons the idea that Democrats hold all brains.
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Gibson Eleeton
Pear
Gallup
McKinley
Democrata
Questionable Ballot Instructions Attributed to 8 2 Officials
Fragmentary remarks accuse T Harnett of initiating ballot suppression by discarding irregular ballots amid claims that most voters were Mexican and did not mark correctly. The passage references Dominic Enkin Abe Zinn and Reed, suggesting ethnic motive in voting irregularities.
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Dominic Enkin
Abe Zinn
T. Harnett
Reed
Brass buttons draw questions at New Mexico election day
In Gallup and McKinley County on election day 1926, observers note shiny brass buttons worn by young men. No one can explain why they were dressed up or the purpose, despite a proclamation not reaching the public. the state is described as divorced from machine politics on November 2, 1926.
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Gallup
McKinley County
New Mexico
Haste in Canvassing Board over Attorney General race
The piece questions rapid completion of vote tabulation by the State Canvassing Board and the AG race outcome. It suggests possible manipulation by party tactics at Rancho de la Punta and claims tabulation adjustments altered results, urging scrutiny of the board’s rush to certify the Democrat winner.
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Rancho de la Punta
United States
Supreme Court
Tai
Attorney General
Secretary of State
Gallup Herald
Advent Sunday Services At Holy Spirit and Nearby Churches
Holy Spirit Church invites parishioners to Holy Communion at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. with sermon on Bible and church school at 9:45 a.m. First Baptist and First Methodist announce Sunday schedules including morning worship, Sunday School, and evening services with pastors Harry P. Stagg, W. T. Malone, Walter H. Vanderpool, and Geo Hodgson. The Friendly Church emphasizes a welcoming message.
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The
Holy Communion
Andare
First Baptist Church
Harry P. Stagg
W. T. Malone
Methodist
Walter H. Vanderpool
Geo. Hodgson
Epworth League
Soils Benefit From Barnyard Manure For Better Yields
The column explains sun baked western soils need manure to restore humus and improve yields. Barnyard manure adds both nitrogen and minerals, works as a near complete fertilizer, and should be applied at ten to twenty tons per acre when possible, then incorporated and plowed deep. It notes alfalfa stands improve with manure, while some crops vary in response, with rhubarb and asparagus benefiting and cherries at risk of injury from heavy top dressing.
Broadside items on college discipline and election satire
The page catalogues sharp quips about William and Mary restricting social outings for girls, comments on voter turnout and a dog fight, a jab at Congress elections as a rodeo, jokes about a honeymoon in traffic, English frankfurter jokes, a progressive woman chasing the channel, and notes on millionaire incomes, bootleggers, school lunches, and a Banner Drug Store price offer.
Celery responds to soil with careful manure use
Celery likes rich soil but heavy manure dressing hurts. Start light and increase as crops respond. In wet seasons manure is less risky. in dry seasons excess can still affect plants. Manure improves soil texture, tightening loose soils and loosening compact ones.
World to go on forever, scientist says, morale booster
A scientist asserts the world will continue for nearly a quadrillion years, arguing the idea inspires progress and reduces paralyzing fears of an imminent end. The notion shifts focus to long term improvements, peace, disease control, and sanitary advances as civilization begins a long, ongoing career.
The Art of Perfume and Its Gentle Use
This piece traces beauty ideals from Eve to modern times and offers perfume guidance. It warns against overwhelming others with scent, notes that ornate bottles don’t prove quality, and recommends applying fragrance to skin or specific spots while avoiding hair and fabrics. It includes a home-made perfume recipe and storage tips.
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Eve
Manifold menu martyrdom at the company dinner tale
Dr Gaines recounts a German family dinner where a simple meal of beef roast rye bread potatoes and a beer bottle at each plate shocks him. He notes appetite as a formidable master and praises restraint as heroic, sharing a winter Dubuque house call anecdote.
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Dubuque
Iowa
Your Birthdays and Notable Figures Mixed In Horoscope Memo
A quirky compilation cites birthday traits and career guesses, listing dates and professions for various individuals. It mentions Leon Milton and Rev. Anderson with birth dates and includes quotable lines about money abroad and blame for the World War.
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Leon Milton
Decemer
Rev. Anderson
Fragmentary quote on eating habits and wandering fall
A garbled fragment discusses moderation in meals and how wandering or straying leads to a steeper decline. The text resembles an aphorism or moral reflection on appetite and misdirection. No clear event or人物 names are present.
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Clana Mall
Railroad Avenue
Gallip
Rancho
DE LA Punta
Arizona
Holy Spirit Church
Episcopal
J. A. Darling
Mra. Pearl Booth
John W. Chapman
Homer P. Powers
McKinley County Farm Demonstration
William and Mary College
Virginia
Brooklyn Daily
Eagle
Salem News
New York
England
Banner Drug Store
A. B. Chapin
John Joseph Gaines, M. D
Uncle Sam
Pittsburgh Chronicle-Telegraph
Europe
Jacksonvillea Times-Union
Indianapolis Star
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