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Newspaper
The Gallup Herald
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1926
Page
1
The piece argues major figures would choose meaning over money, noting Dempsey and Milton’s imagined earnings, Lincoln’s Gettysburg speech, and the value of artistry beyond dollars. It also discusses global resentment of US film dominance and urges making politics and religion more engaging to counter voter apathy.
In Cambridge Massachusetts philosophers from many nations debate materialism arguing that matter cannot explain life and thought. A scientist and a brain dissector challenge this, noting consciousness and mind persist beyond physical description. Senator Caraway calls for repatriating 30 000 deceased American soldiers from France amid wartime tensions.
A letter from Lois Randolph, Republican candidate for State Public Schools, notes progress of the State ticket. In Estangia Valley Democrats dominate, with many cars bearing “A Democrat for Dillon” and political forecasts predicting a GOP victory by about 10,000 votes. A baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Sam Lorenzino, celebrated with a Baby Shower Party.
Governor Hannett and his administration claim sole credit for good roads in San Juan and McKinley Counties. The Navajo Reservation segment between Farmington and Gallup is funded entirely by federal money and was enabled by a Republican Congress and a secretary’s discretionary decision. A Bursum bill provides a $20,000 yearly maintenance appropriation, ensuring upkeep once the road is completed. The article urges citizens to consider the factual record and notes the Morrow role in the related House passage.
R C Dillon Republican gubernatorial candidate electrified a Roswell crowd answering four questions from a Democratic ad. He declined specific claims on Butler, Hodges, Indian voting rights, free textbooks funding, and election law, urging a fair, square deal. Rt. Rev. Howden supervised installing a hot air furnace at Gallup rectory.
Atanasio Montoya Bernalillo County school superintendent and Democratic convention delegate backs the Republican ticket and will join the Independent Democratic movement in Bernalillo County He cites the Las Vegas convention rejection of Armijo amendment as harm to Spanish American voters and says he will identify with the independent group once formed He was elected county superintendent as a Democrat four years ago and was once considered for state superintendent of public instruction
The article alleges political deals involving Governor Hannett and Lorenzo Delgado. It claims Hannett may resign after a partial term and seek U S Senate support with Delgado’s backing, while questioning past election code stances and suggesting a shift to A T Hannett and A A Jones as candidates.
On October 21 the Navajo Fire Dance will be performed near Mike Kirk's store in Manuelito. The ceremony holds deep religious significance for the Navajo people and is expected to draw attendees from distant eastern points.
Report describes Yeiebahchy ceremony near Manuelito at Mike Kirk's place attracting many from Gal lup and other areas. Navajos perform the Ydibahdy rite to aid the afflicted, with interpreters translating Navajo concepts into English. About two thousand Indians reportedly attended the event.
The piece questions Governor Hannett and his election code claiming no one praises the Hannett code yet he has not presented or defended his own reform plan. It critiques his broken negotiations and lack of clear paternity or advocacy for the code.
Santa Fe Sept 28 A column critiques Democratic claims of Morrow as the best New Mexico statesman and cites a House highway bill debate. Senator Bursum sought $20 000 yearly for Navajo Reservation road maintenance. Representative Begg pressed for length details. Congressman Taylor supplied them and the bill passed, funding the road.
The article recounts Judge Armijo's proposed stricter safeguards for illiterate voters and the bitter response from Hannett. Hannett rejects the amendment, arguing against platform stances that could affect voter access, and defends the Democratic stance to protect suffrage. The exchange highlights tensions over election law and voter protection.
Francis C. Wilson of Santa Fe denounces the Las Vegas Democratic Convention and slams Governor Hannett for running with Lorenzo Delgado on the ticket for lieutenant governor. He criticizes the State Land Office policy on oil lands and urges support for Republican candidates Benjamin Pankey and the GOP slate in Portales and across the state. Edward Junker visited Thoreau to handle matters.
The fragment discusses plans that will be available and expended annually once constriction is completed. It clarifies it is not a Republican version of the incident and ties the text to the Congressional Record for exact wording.
Governor Hannett claims Democratic rule funded roads without bonds, while noting recent $350 000 debenture sale and a $90 000 State Road issue. He touts cheaper textbooks and accuses Republicans of voter suppression through a personal registration plan, avoiding full discussion of the proposed codes.
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