22 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
The Spanish American
Location
Roy, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1919
Page
1
The governor’s message to the Legislature accompanying the final state budget emphasizes plain practical needs and funding methods aligned with federal ideas. It expresses hope for reform and acknowledges past issues, noting the controversial Gable appointment as Game Warden despite calls to reappoint Ted Roualt.
School Superintendent Alfredo Lucero provides a certificate showing area funds totaling 13,959.40 supported by county taxes. Distribution allocates 2,072 to Roy District, 1,190 to Mora, 2,450 to Wagon Mound, 450 to Solano, and 175 to Libert. The report is lengthy but accessible, noting improvements in school funding and modernization efforts in Mora County.
Mrs Myra Tiefrees hosted a small party with games and refreshments last Thursday evening. Miss Etna Ploersheim entertained friends at the Edgar Plocrsheim home Friday morning. Mrs T M Len returned from a visit with her daughter and Mr George Lucas in Dawon. She complains about taxes on her Roy home, assessed at 190 dollars, bill over 16 dollars, five times prior years.
Benny Branch becomes the new clerk at the Roy post office succeeding Mrs Annabel Schwiz. The postmaster Jehrson welcomes the appointment and praises the candidate as making a fine clerk once the routine is learned.
Mrs F 8 Epps and two children prepared to move to Portland Oregon where Mr Epps has a home ready. The girls Blighbeth and Glessner plan to return when school ends. The Depew home has been a hospital the past three weeks with Mrs Depew and Miss Penn recovering from illness. Miss Jessie Pender, Wagner School teacher, ill for two weeks. Seth Paxton becomes salesman for Roy Trading Co. Mrs J Pisersheim visited Springer to see her children and grandchildren.
A column reports several newborns including a 10 pound girl to Mr and Mrs Malaquias Baca in Santa Fe on February 14 and a set of twins for Homer Holmes and Harve Hickel families. It notes Christmas gift appreciation to the Red Cross, Army occupancy in Germany, and local hopes for returning soldiers. Community letters praise teen volunteers and discuss civic duties and discipline for youth amid wartime.
A full day snowstorm left a foot of snow but sun returned as the village plowed roads again. The weather tests unprotected stock while boosting wheat prospects and proves Polaskie's forecasting skill. Local women guests include Jane Crowe Roy De Frees Willcox Gunner and Baura, with more orders pending.
A large audience attended the Union Sunday School event last Sunday for Fathers Day with Rev. Wilson delivering a concise sermon. Stories from Uncle Sam’s service departments were engaging and well presented by each group, and the choir delivered a notably appropriate special hymn.
A local sale date was postponed because of the storm. The new sale is set for February 26th, next Tuesday, per notices.
A Catholic Church in Washington marks February 22 with a 10 AM Solemn High Mass and English sermon by Rev. Father F. Hudon O.M.1. A Sunday service on February 23 includes 10 AM High Mass in English and Spanish instructions, plus a 2 PM service in Spanish for Stations of the Cross and Benediction led by Rev. Father Mauricio Jean Joseph.
A republican caucus move to oust Ike Barth of Albuquerque backfires, seen as boosting Barth as Democratic future leader in New Mexico by 1920. He cites past grievances, political favors, and education as turning forces, while fellow lawmakers and press face scrutiny and humor.
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