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Newspaper
The Gallup Herald
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1916
Page
6
Wartime dispatches describe large scale fighting on multiple fronts from Russia, Italy, and Belgium with claims of advances and costly casualties. Reports note a major naval engagement off Jutland and shifting control near Ypres as Canadians counterattack German forces. Domestic items include suffrage progress, a tornado toll, and political developments in Washington and state capitals.
Foreign losses before Verdun are set at 850 000 by the Petit Parisien. Sweden may vote credit of 8 000 000 kroner for immediate needs. German orders to return home. Pablo Lopez and Villa lieutenant executed at Santa Rosa. Apache scouts clash near Las Varas. Liebknecht treason case. Berlin sets graphophone testing border rules. Danish ship crew heroes cited. Rocky Mountain Marathon winner Frank Hall. Whalen defeats for Chick Hayes in St Joseph. Steever dominates women’s tennis in Philadelphia. Packard wreck casualties and fires reported. Western New Mexico updates include fairs, roads, and school notices.
Fire leveled the town of Roy destroying all mercantile firms several saloons the bank and post office along with multiple residences. Mrs. P. P. Branch was seriously burned saving her children as investigators noted 100000 in damage and efforts by railroad crews to salvage the depot and freight yard.
After weeks of argument the issue of paying for dairy cows condemned for tuberculosis is settled. A large cattle company killed several head in the government tent after being assured reimbursement at 44 dollars per head for grade cows and 66 dollars for registered stock. Drink May Cause Double Tragedy in East Las Vegas reports Lucio Quintana shot his wife and her brother in law then wounded himself in a family quarrel.
News from Terre Haute reports the accidental drowning of Frederick Wyman aged 21, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Wyman residents of Silver City. Wyman worked as a merchant at the Claveland mining camp.
A million gallon concrete reservoir with pipeline and electric pump will be built at the Marine Sanitarium for Consumptives Fort Stanton on the Rid Bonito in Lincoln County. The project aims to improve water supply for the facility and surrounding area.
Federal jury in Santa Fe awarded damages of 4250 to Robert White of Raton against New Mexico Colorado Coal and Mining Co for injuries from a 1912 incident. White had originally sued for 20000 alleging damages from the company.
State authorities report the National Guard armory in Deming has been accepted by the governing board from the contractor at a stated cost. Santa Fe officials say the armory project was built at a specified amount and the acceptance completes the process.
The state funds totaling 33,416.13 were apportioned from April tax collections across various counties by Deputy Treasurer Frank Marron.
Santa Fe resident Mrs. Lillie McClung Scott has been appointed United States commissioner at Carrizozo. The appointment expands federal judiciary coverage in the region and marks a notable civic advancement for local women.
A blaze at the G Lt. Allen farm at Tapa destroyed the barn sheep sheds and hay stacks and damaged the water system. Loss estimated at 3000 dollars. About a hundred ewes and lambs perished in the fire.
Santa Fe reports that No. 1 of Columbus was incorporated as the Trinity Expedition Club. The group intends to take a share in relief efforts to ease the drouth caused by prohibition in the border town.
News confirms Earl Kitchener, secretary of state for war, and his staff perished when HMS Hampshire sank near the Orkney islands. Admiral Jellicoe reports the ship was likely sunk by a mine or torpedo with few survivors. distress and shock spread through Britain as the war entered a new phase.
In St Paul the widow files for administration of the estate of J J Hill valued at 10 million dollars. Louis W Hill a son is named in the petition joined by eight children. No will is found. Probate court action continues.
Reports from Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, Mississippi and neighboring states recount a series of tornadoes that left 192 dead with many injured and missing. Officials warned some could die as damage estimates remained unavailable.
A narrator recalls rationing and famine fears in wartime and speculates on survival diets. An Arctic explorer reportedly advised wearing skin clothing to be eaten if needed, while a Yukon bishop quips he has eaten boots in his life defending a frontier gold field.
A fragment shows a father advising his son about marriage and women. The dialogue hints at skepticism toward the son’s plans to marry his daughter, with the father suggesting practical wisdom over romantic notions. The exchange reflects uncertain expectations and advice between generations.
A fragment hints at revealing the true age of an elderly Black individual, described as a dark secret, with no clear context or names provided.
An advertisement extols a pure wheat beverage as a tea and coffee substitute. It promises steady energy without sleeplessness, heart flutter, or headaches associated with caffeine. The ad touts a delightful flavor and healthful benefits for users seeking a caffeine free option.
The text promotes Instant Postum as a caffeine free alternative to coffee tea and other beverages. It highlights mild java flavor with no caffeine or petals, claiming it is soluble in form and convenient for home picnics travel and everyday use. It urges trying Postum for those who find tea or coffee uncomfortable.
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