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Newspaper
The Gallup Herald
Location
Gallup, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1926
Page
4
The piece argues a statewide rise of good government activism with Independents, Democrats, and Republicans uniting in Albuquerque, Socorro, and Gallup. It predicts a moral and political shift toward honest, constructive progress and denounces hypocrisy and graft in public officials.
The Gallup Herald expresses gratitude to the comptroller for a telegram confirming facts on a busy day. The notice emphasizes appreciation and acknowledges the timely update received.
The Santa Fe New Mexican quotes claims that Lorenzo Delgado pressured Republicans with job offers to stay from the Democrats. The report notes Delgado’s vague specifics and hints he dallied with both parties while auditors found the purchasing office had the better record.
Democratic campus managers attack Hon Juan A Sedillo as too young for Congress. Sedillo cites historical examples Henry Clay Alexander Hamilton Bratton and William Jennings Bryan to argue age should not bar service.
The Governor defends the election code as constitutional and nondisfranchising. Critics argue it effectively suppresses voting rights without violating the letter of the Constitution. They warn the code creates unequal access and favors those who can navigate loopholes rather than all legal voters.
The piece argues the county favors the Republican slate and blames the Hannettism sentiment. It predicts an outright Republican victory as every Republican worker canvasses the area. The tone is campaign booster and partisan, urging turnout.
A critical broadsheet outlines Hannett as a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, charging him with vetoing a key prohibition law, defending a resort keeper, and flip flopping on Indian voting rights while claiming strong church support and strict law enforcement.
The Hannettites push a campaign issue on Indian voting with Republicans ready to join. They argue the Tohatchi vote two years ago shows a dispute over Indians voting while noting the election board was Democratic appointed, and questioning why the Indians were allowed to vote if they lacked rights. The piece hints Hannett supported Indian voting years earlier.
The Hannettites charge that Indians voted two years ago despite an agreement by Ed Swope and Prager Miller barring voting. The piece argues only the law can determine who votes, condemning party chairmen for stirring race prejudice and denying any group’s voting rights.
The Hannett brand of Democrats proposed a municipal power plant costing 80 000 dollars at first. Since then 50 000 more has been spent to keep it running. Water rates rose to the state’s highest level and a water famine threat looms each summer. The Hannett Democrats should worry as they allegedly push public funds to their own advantage.
The Hannett Democrats plotted to ruin the electric light company for financial gain. They pursued constant attacks until the governor received stock in the firm, after which the assaults ceased. The motive was money.
Local chatter about rotten service persists after the Han nettites assume control of the telephone system. Critics hesitate to Speak up, fearing repercussions, though visible improvements remain absent.
The Santa Fe New Mexican mocks the Hannetts while Bernalillo County politics loom. The piece hints that any attempt to downplay a beating will backfire as the campaign dynamics grow tense and public scrutiny increases.
From across the state comes word of Republican ticket success with margins from five thousand to fifteen thousand votes. The piece warns Democrats will try to steal as many votes as possible.
Paul D Henderson led a Rotary meeting on freight rate discrimination concerns with Gallup and nearby points. A committee including Henderson, Judge I H Ford and W E Wallace was formed to study the issue. Officers also discussed Yelloway Bus traffic interference and appointed a committee to investigate. Ernest Fraser to lead next luncheon urging full attendance.
A description of trim tailored suits featuring smart checked wool fabric. The piece notes double breasted counts bound with silk braid and skirts with side plait groups, illustrating a refined, severe look once considered inappropriate.
Washable house dresses for all ages come in varied designs with strong focus on style and appeal. They feature two pleated and botero styles with two material blends and tailored options including long sleeves.
The Gallup Herald urges Republicans to mingle with the public and with Democrats, keep headquarters open, and track voter registration and precinct standings. It stresses a proactive campaign to counter Democrats who are perceived as aggressive, warning that loss would be their fault.
Chic black satin dresses garner applause at fashion shows. A two piece model features a blouse and plaited skirt with a floating front panel. Oriental embroidery in red and blue, nail heads, and a contrasting vestee add a distinctive touch.
De Frank Crane extols twilight as a peaceful open sky hour the hour of the rose. He says the quiet horizon calms the mind and steadies the spirit making life feel less tangled and strengthening for upcoming days.
The Gallup Camp Fire Girls organize fundraisers for infant welfare featuring Mary Pickford's Sparrows. Donations can be given to Mrs. Bryan Finley or to listed members including Mrs. Chas. Epperson, Mrs. T. Fuhrman, and Miss Mary Willson.
A mosaic of short items covers reservations at the World Court, Yellowstone buffalo sales, grease in Atlantic waters, tariff changes against European lecturers, Nicaragua armistice, and minor war damages. Notes on Queen Marie in America, traffic officers, audience size for a campaign, grade crossing fatalities, Michelangelo plastering, free trade critique, European debt, cheese predictions, League of Women Voters votes, and Spain’s revolutions.
Fall utility coats gain sporty styling and luxurious comfort. Plaits, plaids, and cross weave fabrics in two to four colors create cozy, fur-collared silhouettes.
Last Friday Oscar Griego slipped and fractured an ankle. He was treated at St Marys Hospital by Dr H G Willson and returned home Tuesday, improving but crippled for days. Griego, a Republican nominee for county clerk, is praised as a top campaigner and urged to win by a large majority.
E Parke Sellard announces his biggest business ever in Gallup driven by an early Christmas shopping campaign. The ad campaign promotes high class goods sold in weekly installments and notes a surge in optical sales after installing a modern glass fitting and eye testing machine.
State Highway Engineer Jas A French, a prominent New Mexico public servant born in Washington D C, died suddenly Wednesday at the wheel while near Encino N M inspecting mining property. He leaves a brother Judge E R French of Gallup and his family.
L. W. Galles of Albuquerque has spent a week in Gallup working in the interests of the Gallup K of P Lodge. He has reportedly rounded up the boys and promises forthcoming Damon and Pythias news and activity.
The Gallup Herald offers embossing or engraving on Christmas and New Year cards at low prices. Samples are ready for selection. To avoid delays, no orders will be booked after November 15.
Wanted everybody to patronize Gallup's newest taxi line. Why take a chance ride with experienced driver George Gulla, a Gallup boy. Call Gibson Club House to book or find him at Jenkins Drug Store. George will treat you right and appreciates your patronage. George Karras underwent stomach surgery at St Marys Hospital Thursday and is reported to be improving.
Step and Ferrante present fine pianos and player pianos with easy payment options. The display features a variety of instruments, inviting customers to choose a real pearl from the collection and try their luck.
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