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Newspaper
The Gallup Herald
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1920
Page
2
A luncheon hosted by Sergeant Watson features a spread of aviation papers and documents. Watson says he will base all statements on authorities and official records from Washington, D. C., examining wartime air service wastages and failures in detail for clarity.
Watson recounts the U S aviation effort in World War I from May 1917 to 1918. France proposed 16 500 airplanes in a year, America pledged 22 625 with 45 250 engines. Gen Foulois estimated costs at 689 million dollars, Congress appropriated 640 million. The program failed due to lack of plans, foreign models copied poorly, and misaligned engine use.
The discussion centers on whether experimental motors spent weeks on an unproven path should have pursued proven foreign designs. Gen Foulois testified estimates could supply 22 625 machines, with him asserting the program could have been carried out though admitting something was wrong. The official promises and next week continuation are noted.
George R. Craig writes to Carl Magee criticizing Democratic propaganda and urging focus on policy. He labels Democrats as opportunists, warns against trusting attacks, and emphasizes government by law over personality. Craig defends Republicans and urges voters to consider policy.
The writer argues newspapers should be sent to subscribers before printing to improve their uplift and practical value for humanity. He suggests early distribution would raise the public’s sense of purpose and benefit society.
McKinley County Board of Education invites bids by October 30 for all labor and materials to build a Whitewater school in District No. 10 New Mexico. Plans and specs are on file with the County School Superintendent in Gallup. A $25 certified check is required with bids, refundable if not awarded. the board may reject all bids.
Notice to Contractors announces bids due by October 30 for construction of a school building in Gallup McKinley County New Mexico for School District No 10. Bids include plans and specifications at the County Superintendent of Schools office and require a 25.00 certified check. The Board of Education may reject any or all bids.
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