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Newspaper
The Gallup Herald
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1920
Page
4
The document itemizes the 1920 national and New Mexican ticket with President Warren G Harding and Vice President Calvin Coolidge. It names electors and state officials including Nestor Montoya for Congress, Merritt Mechem for Governor, Manuel Martinez Secretary of State, and Harry S Bowman Attorney General, among others.
The ticket lists State Senator Sharp Hanson and proposed candidates Griego Amado L Otero for rapeesantes ne, Peter Westwater and Charles Kelsey and W Morris for County Commissioners, Paul Golino for Probate Judge, C M Rouse for County Clerk, J H MeCamant for Sheriff, Frank Pino for Assessor, Samuel Dimon for Treasurer, H W Brose for School Superintendent, and R Sanchez Jr for Surveyor.
A judicial notice lists George R Craig and others linked to estates or proceedings in Bernalillo Sandoval McKinley and Valencia counties. The filing covers rights claims and related actions across multiple jurisdictions. Specific case numbers and dates are not readable in the fragment.
The piece lauds Republican county officials for prudent management, debt reduction, and low tax rates. It claims McKinley County is prosperous and well governed, recommending the Republican county ticket to voters who value honest, efficient public service.
The piece accuses Cox of false claims about a $15,000,000 fund to buy the presidency while noting a reduced $3,000,000 cap and strict contribution limits. It argues Cox’s credibility is damaged by his stance on Prohibition and his opponents’ charges, highlighting the New Jersey liquor deal and Ohio sources as counterpoints.
A photograph from Seattle during the Democratic Candidate's Pacific Coast tour shows a striped coat described as garish and provocative. The write up mocks the attire, compares it to Taggart and Murpheyesqua motifs, and notes hustlers and onlookers at the racing track whispering about the look. The speaker Carlion Fichett comments that Bryan briefly criticized the style.
A call to register to vote in the coming November election emphasizing citizen eligibility, foreign-born citizenship rules, and the duty to help women register and learn voting procedures. It urges checking neighbor registrations and understanding ballots and citizenship changes for women.
A fragmented tale from Columbus New Mexico centers on Maggie and a stray mare nest that uncovers deep political tensions. The piece riffs on Republican loyalties, military imagery, and Maggie’s dramatic reactions to a letter from Geof R Craig, ending with a lurid, speculative note on publishing political truth.
Fragmentary text mentions bootlegging and printed names amid unclear context. The piece raises questions about where charges are made and whether records show correct names or official actions. Further readable details are unavailable.
The Gal lup Herald reports allegations against Sheriff McCamant and the district attorney about liquor law violations. It cites grand jury testimony, claims no violations were known by local officers, and notes indictments existed previously with trials pending due to lack of juries in McKinley County. Local police allegedly increased cooperation with enforcement efforts.
The Albuquerque Journal and Santa Fe New Mexican concede defeat for their candidates as the Mechem State ticket is described as an assured victory. They warn readers of forthcoming "standards" against one candidate and compare the race to a landslide national election.
In McKinley County a clash over official power unfolds as Sheriff McCament remains firm in his duties despite pressure from Governor and other authorities. The Santa Fe New Mexican and Albuquerque Journal commentary focus on local political maneuvers surrounding Judge Mechem and Bob Putney amid accusations of partisan bias and libel disputes.
In a fragmented report, concerns arise about voter eligibility and disfranchisement tied to racial prejudice. The piece cites political tensions in Columbus and references Republican and Democratic stances while noting alleged intimidation affecting Black voters.
A state Republican convention nominates D. A. Larrazolo with Hon A B Renehan delivering a masterly nominating speech. Renehan now publicly supports the Republican ticket while Dem Magee disputes his sincerity. The Gallup Herald editor witnessed Renehan congratulate Judge Mechem and discuss the nomination.
The letter urges Republicans to monitor polls, prevent tampering, and ensure every eligible vote is counted. It criticizes Democrats and figures like Putney and Keelan, linking them to alleged misstatements and political manipulation in Gallup and McKinley County.
Cepco Adv offers a farm for sale featuring 320 acres with a five room house barn and five horses. Included is a lease on 640 adjoining acres and a rail distance eighteen miles from a railroad. Price is 4500 dollars on terms. Also advertised are California table vegetables blend and Ceped mix of ripe carrots celery parsnips turnips peas onions spinach to suit tastes.
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