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Newspaper
The Gallup Herald
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1915
Page
1
A decade after decline Gallup shows rapid change and optimism. Residents note new spirit and planned Santa Fe improvements, with coal and natural resources driving expected growth in the next five years.
The Essanay Company plans to film Navajo scenes at Chelly Canyon and Chin Lee with Navajo actors. Mrs. Birchfield leads a party arriving in Gallup to shoot educational material on Indian schools and children, highlighting the region's scenic and historic value.
The report notes Carrington Lumber plans to expand the yard to meet rising trade needs as Gallup sees a bright outlook. Mrs Gregory travels to Albuquerque for a brief visit, visiting Zuni Mission and meeting Rev J Fryling. Weight guessing contest at TM store window offers flour prize and an automobile race at the city park with proceeds to fix the track.
The Western Federation of Miners strike in Clifton Morenci and Metcalf Arizona has reduced copper ore output to nearly nothing. Companies refuse wage hikes and union recognition, saying affairs should not be run by such leaders.
The piece argues U S policy toward bandit infested Mexico is failing as hunger and ruin spread. It laments widespread displacement from mines haciendas and mills as Mexican factions fight for power and Madero's legacy. The editor warns of dire conditions from coast to coast and calls for attention.
Zuni farmers report a bountiful wheat harvest with a surplus likely to be sold, a rare year for the tribe. The sun priest date for the Chalka ceremonial dance is to be set by lunar phase. a successor has taken over duties after the priest’s death. Many travelers from Gallup and distant regions are expected to attend the rite, which has attracted wide attention.
Gallup records eight typhoid fever cases with no identified source. Physicians urge fly control and water sanitation to curb spread while noting serum cures are available. Scarlet fever shows no new town cases this week.
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