Seven Lakes Oil Boom Attracts Gallup Activity
Prof Vitor H Wilhelm government geologist visited Gallup on route to the Seven Lakes Oil Field. Local offices are expanding for Seven Lakes Producing and Refining Co. and promising firms seek Gallup offices. Promoters from Holbrook Winslow and Los Angeles show strong interest, signaling a growing oil boom in McKinley County with Gallup as the center of New Mexico oil activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vitor H. Wilhelm
Gallup
Lakes
Wilhelm
San Juan Basin
Seven Lakes
Seven Lakes Producing and Refining. Co
Herald
Seven Lakes Producing and Refining Co
Burkburnett
Ed. Brown
Silverton
Colo
R. L. Keith
Holbrook
Winslow
Keith
W. H. Moody
Los Angeles
Pacific ‘Coast
New Mexico
McKinley County
Rail line hoped to connect Gallup and Farmington in New Mexico
The piece lauds a planned Gallup to Farmington railroad as a major West project potentially linking to Durango. It argues the line would open up the San Juan Basin and deliver broad regional benefits, urging haste in building the railroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmington
New Mexico
Gallup
Durango
San Juan Basin
Community newspaper thanked for editorial policy praise
The message thanks R. L. Wilson for compliments on the Gallup newspaper’s work and editorial policy. It notes Mr Wilson’s appreciation of the overall makeup, including typographical quality and liberal expression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallup
R. L.wilson
Ilson
Seasonal Gift Studio Announces Early Christmas Offers
A truncated notice promotes early Christmas gifts with a sales push. It mentions selling items like a jet and urges selections now, though the fragmentary text is garbled and uncertain about full details or organizer.
New Quarters Expected for Herald in February Move
Our New Quarters The Herald will likely have new quarters on or about Feb 1 in the rear of Gordon Dry Goods Co. This move will provide space to accommodate the additional equipment badly needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Herald
Gordon Dry Goods Co
Aobott Inodate
Officials Dine With Ramos At Gallup District Dinner
Adj Gen James Baca Captain Apolonio Sena and M Otero of the New Mexico Mounted Police were entertained at the home of Mr and Mrs Fred Ramos on Wednesday. The gathering praised local cooperation during the coal strike in the Gallup district and expressed strong support for state and national government during troubled times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Ramos
James Baca
Apolonio Sena
New Mexico Mounted Police
M. Otero
Gallup
the Herald
Big dance at Heller 8 Christ mas Eve night
Dance event at Heller on Christmas Eve with admission one dollar. Ladies free. Event promotes festive gathering with entry policy noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heller
Christ,mas
Christmas Thoughts on Christ Birth and Golden Rule
The writer reflects on Christmas as a blessed day celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. They urge living by Christ's teachings to reduce crime and emphasize charity, peace on earth, and goodwill. Nostalgic memories of Santa and childhood stockings are recalled as a plea to honor Christ daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
Santa Claus
Santa
Card of Thanks for Sympathy and Kindness
We thank our friends for sympathy and kindness after the death of our wife and mother. C N Cotton and family express gratitude for support during our bereavement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cotton and
Local visitors compliment Herald improvements during Christmas shopping trip
Mesdames Geo A Manning and A Griffin travelled from Ft Defiance on Wednesday for Christmas shopping. They returned Thursday and called at The Herald office to compliment the improvements made in The Herald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo
A. Manning
A.griffin
Ft. Defiance
Griffin
Herald-office
The
Herald
Salé Six Room Adobe House For Sale In Good Location
Six room adobe house in Salé offered at $3,000. Modern style with two lots and father-era features. Inquiries accepted at the Herald office. Dated December 18, 1911.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caine
Herald -Office
Herald Office
Remodeling Completed for Gallup Tin and Hardware Office
The work to remodel the bookkeeper's office of the Gallup Tin & Hardware Co is finished. The clerical work room is now placed in the middle of the main sales area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallup Tin. & Hardware Co
Willis Studio Seeks Portraits This Christmas Season
Phone 146 invites patrons to schedule sittings for holiday photos. Don’t wait until Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willis Studio
Jap visitor claims Stork brought Purdy's baby
A fragmented report recalls a meeting where a Japanese friend says his wife delivered a baby boy last night, mentioned during a gathering with the name Purdy and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. ‘E. Purdy
Stork
R Purdy
Residents praise local newspaper improvements under new management
Joseph Kuhn Chee Dodge and John Foley visited St Michaels Arizona on Tuesday and spoke to the Herald about their pleasure with the recent changes. They thanked the staff for the improvements and expressed satisfaction with the current management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Kuhn
Chee Dodge
John
Foley
Debate Over League of Nations to Shape Presidential Race
The deadlock between the Senate and the President over the League of Nations becomes a focal point in the upcoming campaign. The President pushed for rapid adoption and refuses instrument changes, while supporters urge a public vote to inform the masses. Senators are praised for forcing a voter decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League of Nations
United States Senate
United States
Garfield as Fuel Administrator Resigns Amid Presidential Control
The piece notes Dr. Harry A. Garfield as a capable figure tied to Mr. Wilson but states the President wanted to handle the situation alone, leading to Garfield's resignation. It emphasizes the Constitution and voters enabling Congress as part of the government’s machinery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry A. Garfield
Wilson
Garfield
Congress of the
United States
Dance at Community House Draws Nimble Footed Crowd
A Wednesday night dance at Community House drew a nimble crowd enjoying lively steps and social music in a classic local event.
Ketner and Golino Plan Major Runway Rebound
Ralph Ketner and Louis Golino announce a bold comeback effort aimed at reviving their high profile venture. The move signals a renewed push to secure momentum and attract investors while outlining strategic steps for a faster turnaround.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Ketner
Louis Golino
Big Macky
Seven Lakes Petroleum Co forms strong western oil group
Articles of incorporation completed for the Seven Lakes Petroleum Co. forming a major western oil operator. Key investors and officers include Arthur C. Luhrs Chas H. McArthur Warren McArthur Jr R C Saufley J C Brown H R Tritle Sylvan Ganz Francis Viehle Geo W Johnson with Herbert C. Denny of Gallup as agent and New Mexico law offices handling principal affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seven Lakes Petroleum Co
West
Gallup
Arthur C. Luhrs
Chas
H. McArthur
Warren McArthur, Jr
R. C. Saufley
Very Appreciative The Herald Christmas Special
The Herald thanks readers for their support of the Christmas Special noting appreciation from locals. Judge John R. McFie departed Wednesday for Los Angeles to join his wife and daughter then travel to the Philippine Islands to visit their sons, as stated in last week’s Herald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herald
Gallup
John R. McFie
Los Angeles
Philippine Islands
Gallup Tin & Hardware Co displays Christmas gifts
The Gallup Tin and Hardware Co shows a wide range of useful ornamental and reasonable Christmas gifts. Their show windows are attractively dressed for the holiday season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallup Tin & Hardware Co
Christmas Greeting Cards Mailed By The Banner Drug Store
The Banner Drug Store under Lou Stuart mailed embossed three color Christmas greeting cards to customers, a seasonal outreach reflecting local business promotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banner Drug Store
Lou Stuart
Arrest Follows Staged Robbery Plot Targeting Aged Couple
Captain Matlack halted Anthon Usnick who plotted to rob and possibly murder an elderly couple in McKinley County. Evidence included a map of the couple’s home a six shooter and wire. Usnick faced a concealed weapon charge and possible deportation as locals weigh his criminal history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matlack
Anthon Usnick
Usnick
Claud McGallicher
McGaffey
McCallicher
Matllack
Callider
John Tosmick
Tosmick
McKinley County
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. I. McKenna
Seven’. Lakes
R. R
Coca Cola
Cregar Drug Co. Sudden. Service
Carl ‘Nelson
Sudden
Jo ‘Hungerford’ ‘Smith
Joe Wilhelm
Jesus Christ
Kodak
Wills Studio
Eastman Kodak
God
Thornton-Ridington Co., Inc
McKinley. County Bank
Second Street
Western Union
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!