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Newspaper
The Spanish American
Location
Roy, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1920
Page
4
Notice records that a parcel or publication was entered as second class matter at the post office in Roy New Mexico, indicating mailing status and filing for archival or distribution purposes.
A holiday greeting section shares merry reflections on Christmas and community spirit, thanking Mesa business leaders and readers. It includes light local satire on egg prices, manners, and public conduct, noting rising gas prices and social trends among Roy residents.
A compilation of aphorisms reflecting social observations from Roy writers. It notes immigrants gaining American identity through sports and food, critiques profiteers, and warns that factory shutdowns could trigger a back-to-the-farm movement while questioning Puritan taxation of bath tubs in history.
An editorial meditation on aging and value contrasts old Mount Vernon scenes with modern kitchens. It recalls Washington’s garden, mansion, and tomb, praising the traditional hearth over contemporary kitchens while noting local illness and school disruptions amid seasonal colds.
A Roy woman expresses pride in a gamble deemed safe, noting this is likely only the second time she has worn it.
The note lists residents preparing for a combined Christmas program and literary event, with Hazen and Bradley hauling wheat, the Hazen and Woods youths returning from far fields, and various visits. It mentions Sunday activities, remodeling by Mr. Aspgren, and social links among neighbors as they await the holidays.
United relief groups urge immediate US action to feed and treat 6,000,000 European children threatened by famine and disease this winter. They cite charity totals of 24 million for food and 10 million for medical services, with matching in kind support from affected nations. Contributions via local committees or Franklin K. Lane in New York.
Farmers are informed that wheat will be exchanged for flour and bran in specified weights. The offer lists 60 test 36 pounds of flour or 60 test 32 pounds of flour and 12 pounds bran.
A hopeful note wishes readers and families a full measure of prosperity and happiness expected to come with the New Year, expressing confidence in favorable times ahead for all.
Mrs G W Hazen the popular superintendent is improving after a long illness Albert Duskel and fi x attended Sunday school revival services Teachiers meeting was at Me Krospecks Wednesday no meeting this week due to Christmas tree event A number of young folks gathered at Mrs Don B s home Thursday from llano and nearby area everyone reports a fine time T J Heistians family featured in a brief literary note Bulanay
Third and fourth graders face three more school days before mid term exams in 1920. The room reports Santa, a Christmas tree, presents, and a possible program. Absent students include Elmer Bebout Cecil Wade and Mary Lee Hughes. Primary and seventh eighth grade students shared entertainment and a lighthearted exchange about lightning. A new whisper tax to fund year end expenses was introduced. Parke Evan was injured by a horse and will be out for a period. Mrs Roy Leach visited. Also mentions Rat Snap rat control ad for Grocers in New York City.
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