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Newspaper
The Spanish American
Location
Roy, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1911
Page
4
Local items report Remijio Lopez and family returning home from their ranch near De Haven, an alfalfa crop averaging about three tons per acre on his father’s ranch, and various Roy merchants stocking cream and supplies for the Raton Creamery.
The report notes that sheep shearing has begun on nearby ranches, marking the start of the annual wool harvest period for area producers.
A brief ad notes soda water offered at five cents per glass, promising refreshment. The line captures a simple pricing detail and a nod to the drink’s appeal.
Roy Telephone Company crew arrived Monday from Springer to complete the line to that point. Bushkevitz and J. H. Roy advanced along the line this week arranging installation of phones in Springer. They report strong demand with many residents eager to obtain service at once.
Floyd P Ogden, a recent electrical engineering graduate from Kansas University in Lawrence, will spend the summer with his family before moving to Kansas City to take a position with the Missouri and Kansas Telephone Company. He is among the graduates of the year.
The report says a major development is in the works likely bringing notable benefits to the business and to Roy and nearby areas. Details are expected to unfold next week. H Goodman joined D Gottlieb for a trip to Trinidad on Wednesday for business and will be away several days.
Mr and Mrs H S Beadles of four miles south of town are proud parents of a fine girl born Monday June 12 both mother and baby doing well P J Lumbach and Henry Stone returned home Thursday from a business trip to Springer Cimarron Dawson Rat on and other points
Tom O Neal from near Springer was in town at the start of the week visiting old friends and catching up with acquaintances.
Rev. C. F. Lucas will preach at the school house Monday evening inviting all. Remember Tuesday June 22 is New Mexico Call Day and spread word to eastern friends about the good country you live in.
Geo Cable and F Davis received their wheat headers this week and will begin soon to harvest their wheat and rye crops.
Alfred Kress of Solano drove up on Wednesday and rode the local L O F goat that night, joining a small community event anchored by the fraternal organization.
An advertisement for Floersheim Mercantile Company appears on a different page of the issue, likely promoting goods and offerings to readers. The placement suggests regional retail activity and catalog items typical of early 20th century commerce.
J. Melvin of Marysville Washington plans to relocate after a recent country tour. He says he is pleased with the area and asks prospective locals to send for his mother brother and sister to pursue claims.
Frank Schutte of near Pleasant View left Thursday for a long visit to Sigel Lil and subscribed to the Spanish American to be sent to his home. Miss Grace Romine arrived Saturday from Baldwin Kansas and will spend the summer with her mother on her claim in Kansas Valley. Mrs Henry Stone of La Cinta Canyon visits Mrs B A Roy this week following a wagon accident that previously injured her.
Mrs. J. Floersheim and her daughter Edna along with the baby will travel tomorrow for a week’s visit with Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Floersheim.
Miss Julia Cain and Miss Helen Rob Alldridge arrive from Springer Thursday afternoon in the Roy automobile and visit with Miss Cain's sister Mrs. B. G. Tyler.
The Ladies Embroidery Club met with Mrs. G Mitchell on Thursday. A dainty lunch was served and a pleasant afternoon spent.
W. P. Bud Tindall left yesterday for a brief trip to Sunset Texas to visit his children for a few weeks.
W. W. Harvey formerly a Solano constable was in the city yesterday conducting official and private business, confirming his ongoing ties to the region and engagement with local matters.
A dance is held at the 1 0 0 F Hall in Roy tonight with music donated for the occasion. Proceeds go to the Fourth of July fund and all are invited to attend to support the Uboys.
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