The Deming Headlight from Deming, New Mexico • 1

S-f? 4 ffwiiw.iinianfli WnfiriMiTiriimiMiii rfftitifoiiiiai The Deming Politically This paper Is absolutely Democratic LIGHT DEMING HAS pci. pure water (SI eaeshin day rear An sltHud 488 iX. Mean annual temperature of 68. degrees Doming, Luna County, New Mexico, Friday, May 25, Per 40 Venn Deaaerratle In Pelltlea Volume 40. Knottier Thirty-Seven, Stria) Paper Cennt and the City ef Demla.

RS. BOYS GIVE A SNAPPY MINSTREL LAST FRL, 18TH ADVOCATES HUGH H. WILLIAMS FOR REP. GOVERNOR FLORIDA OIL COMPANY OFFERS FEW CHOICE LEASES NEAR THEIR WELL JACK SMYER SHERIFF OF LUNA COUNTY, N. M.

Can Be Bought on Payments if Desired Well Down 1170 Feet With the Best of Showings Expect Something Soon UNDER DIRECTION AND MANAGEMENT OF BOWER MILLER. PLAY BIG SUCCESS WRITER THINKS HE IS THE ONLY CHANCE OF BEATING DEMOCRAT NEXT ELECTION WOMANS CLUB The Florida Oil Company has placed on the market leases for oil and gas a number of parcels of land ad- In a four-column article published in the Las Cruces Citizen Saturday, a striking compliment is paid our fellow-townsman, Hugh Williams, by advocating him as the next Republican candidate of governor. We only have space for a small The Jazzy Mississippi Minstrel Show, staged by eleven high school boys under the direction of Bower Miller, played to a capacity house at the High School Auditorium Friday-night, May 18. A matinee performance was given by the juvenile black At the business meeting of the club joining their well, and every lease area should be last Monday afternoon. Mrs.

taken up by the people of Shet mans resignation as president Demj for fte that heF was read and accepted and Mrs. J. pects of oil in the face comedians for the benefit of the portion of the article, but in that space children of the grade schools and the some mighty nice things are s'aid of G. Moir, who so successfully carried the club through last years interest- ing work, was again unanimously elected. The club is planning a very full, instructive and entertaining program for next year hitting Florida well were never better than now, and in fact oil showings have been had right along for some time.

Their reason for offering a few choice leases is to be sure and have enough capital to continue, without interruption, the sinking of the well. Among other things, posubly, will It is a 10inch hole and has two Domestic Science demonstra- hed a depth 1170 feet. The ions; an afternoon of travelogues by bol ig Jn gh and th are I the members who have been fortunate I havi no troufa5e in any way R0. enough to have had pler.sant trips i down away from home, illustrated pic-! 1 The price of the leases vanes from lures thrown on a screen; two debates j2 to $12 50 owi on questions of the hour; two civic t0 thfe well eM lea8e8 may Icy programs; two short plays; aibe ht on the plan 0f Mothers Dav: a Christmas celebra- tion, when all the poor children not monthly payments. If you affiliated with any church will be made ide8lre make Weekly paymenU then 1 cash of cent of program went over hilariously.

As a result of the afternoon and evenihg entertainments, a fund of $62.98 was placed at the disposal of the Junior Class, to be used for their picnic tomorrow and other parties to be given after the opening of the next school year. It was the opinion of the older folks who witnessed the regular evening show that the performance reflected great credit upon the entertainers as the manner in which the various numbers were presented indicated that the hoys in the troupe possess much originality in the building up of a program and in rehearsing hard and cf- llr. Williams. Hugh Williams is a Deming boy, and he is liked by every- i body in this city, regardless of his political i We dont believe Mr. Williams will ever be governor of New Mexico, for-j the reason he is on the wrong side of the fence.

We are going to elect a Democrat governor next time, any- way. But we do like to see nice i things said about Mr. Williams, and following we print a part of the item: After the heartbreaking licking we suffered at the last election by our friends, the democrats, I made a vow that I would in future go to the polls and cast my vote like any other sen- i a payment ten per your CH451NA CFUniNiL3 FORSCTtS LOCATION OF NCXICAfj 60WtR 1 happy and cared for; an exchange total purchases is payable at the time ten. The entire program was run of i cjtjzen, but I have something without a hitch. 'which I must get out of my system Jack Tabor and Donald Pontius.

aru the quicker the better. Jim Hin-premier comedians, were end men and ke 0ur governor, will secure the en- Smit waHlpeo4 Awcmrjms purmt CAR IN THCn mo furt OOrtT dorsenient of his party for renomina-, tion if he wants it, and Jim Hinkle is human, and there is no better man in the state than this same Hinkle. If i his administration is not a success the 1 Bower Miller, the interlocutor, put the players through their stunts in a snappy and dignified fashion. The quartette, Alexander Thompson, Carle Griffin, Donald Pontius and Bowe m3 fiecoucacD CUCPV CAR jfOLCCi Iff counTV roa A5T 1WC VCAfVS Miller made a hit with the singing of i fRUlt is not with Jim, but with his their two songs, Down in Arkansas, 1 party. As I see it, there is but one and the closing number of the show, jman in the state who has a ghost of -t a medley of southern folk songs.

chance to beat him, this man is self-The audience responded promptly made, honest, has graduated from the and with hearty applause for Ortellc school of experience and has pulled community-fair, where prizes will be rwarded for the best canned fruits, jellies, preserves, flowers, a short story contest for the pupils of the eighth grade and Junior High, the Club giving prizes for the best; a dec-i lamatory contest; two afternoons de-! voted to a resume of the latest fic-1 tion and the Club reception in October. 1 Doesnt that sound good Deming is very fortunate in having such a live, wide-awake, up-to-date Womans Club. In some small places there is womans club and the educated, cultured and high-minded women become almost starved, mentally, having to depend on their own indivinal reading, but there will be no starving in Deming, if the Club plans are carried out, which of course, they will be, with more added. and then ten per cent of the remainder is payable each week. Should you desire to make monthly payments, then 25 per cent is payable on purchase and the remaining amount at 25 per cent each month.

The geological report on the Florida is all to the good and those who want to take up leases had better do it right away, for it is honestly believed by a number of people that oil in paying aquantities will be struck within the next 200 feet. Mr. Nelson, a noted geologist, was in the city this week, and, while the Florida is wildcat territory, still he woud not be surprised if oil is hit right away, and he has cautioned the drillers there to go under control from now on. Get your lease, people, for the sale is subject to concelation at any time, and then, should you fail to provide yoursef with a lease, you would always have it in for yourself after the Florida comes in a big paying well. Read their full-page published in this issue of The Headight.

It carries their plan and also shows a plat of their holdings which are for sale. the chestnuts out of the political fire for every G. 0. P. candidate for the past 12 years.

He is entitled to and is eminently qualified to grace the position as governor of our beloved state. He is loved by every man, woman and child who have been fortunate enough to come in contact with his wonderful personality and his great hig heart of gold. This man will bring victory to our party whereas any other man, Irwin and Clinton Hurt in their monologs. Sympathy, a vocal solo by Alex Thompson was thoroughly enjoyed and was especially appropriate as the singer lost a finger in a clothes pressing machine the day previous. Carle Griffin was encored for his delightful singing of Three OClock in The Morning, and Jack Tabor, always popular in school entertain MASONIC REUNION AT SIL- VER CITY THIS WEEK ments, went over big when he sang, seems to me, will invite overwhelm "Plant a Watermelon on My Grave ng defeat.

He, as our nominee, it r.nd Let the Juice Ooze DoWn. Byron will be a case of Greek meet Greek. Daniel and Tom Greene, in a vocal 1 Othrwise, Jim Hinkle will have a free The artist has brought out a number of high points in the life of ur sheriff, but there are some which are not depicted. P. L.

(Jack) Smyer was first elected high sheriff of Lpnn County and took office Jan. 1, 1921, and he is now serving his second term, which will end Dec. 31, 1924- That he has made a most wonderful record in bringing to justice, criminals of every description is a known fact, and besides filling the office in such an efficient manner, he has selected as his official family, men of known worth in filling the positions of deputies. L. Z.

Davis is chief deputytoMr. Smyer, and he is indeed a most efficient man. Mr. Davis is quite a Bertillon expert and thru his study of same and his activities along that line, he has been instrumental in turning over to the Government authorities at Fort Leavenworth several much wanted noted criminals. i Jess Fuller is also one of the deputies, and he is stationed along the Mexican border most of the time.

He, too, is an efficient man and is making for himself a record that is enviable. C. H. Johnson and J- S. Baylor are jaileis and jail guards, and is is said of them that even the prisoners love them.

There is a joke going the rounds to this effect: It is told that Mr. Davis brought in a new prisoner the other night and turned him over to Mr. Johnson to take up stairs and lock up. In a few minutes he came back down with his prisoner and told Mr. Davis he wanted to let the man go.

Mr. Davis was terribly surprised and inquired the reason, whereup Mr. Johnson said: Ive got 17 prisoners up stairs and every one of them is innocent, for they say they are, and this new man tells me he is guilty, and I don wrant that man running with niy innocent prisoners to contaminate them. Mr. Smyer cannot succeed himself, for according to the law of New Mexico a sheriff cannot fill that office more that two terms- Mr Smyer is a good man and a good officer, and, should the law permit, it is more than probable that he would again be elected as sheriff of Luna county duet, Mr.

Gallagher and Mr. Shean, walkaway to the governors mansion tickled their auditors, who called them I and will drag his ticket with him. back for more. This man has been honored by his "The Swanee River Moon, sung by party since the territory became a Harold Love and Alex Thompson was state and by honoring him they have well received, and loudly applauded. honored their party and the state as Miss Marie Stevens played the ac-.

well. He has served under each ad- New Mexico Consistory No. 1, Scottish Rite, of Santa Fe, is in session at Silver City, beginning last Wednesday and ending tomorrow, with a ceremonial session of Ballut Abayd Temple of the Mystic Shrine to be held on the last day. A large class of candidates will be given the degree and Masons from all over the state are in attendance. Hugh H.

Williams and his gang were in Deming Wednesday en route to Silver City to attend. The party consisted of the following; Hugh H. Williams; Ira L. Grinshaw; Ed. R.

Paul; Norman L. King; Chas. E. Lin-ney; Geo. E.

Neel; John D. DeHuff; Lucius Dills; W. O. Connor; John S. R.

Hammett; R. N. Hanna; H. J. Lutz; A.

E. P. Robinson; E. R. Wright and S.

Spitz. Angelin Well We have not had a report from tl Angelus Well for several days, we take it to mean that Mr. Clinton is sticking close to the work. On Monday they had reached a depth of 3406 feet, with casing set to 3402 feet. It was said at that time that the drill had penetrated the oil sand to a depth of 23 feet.

ministration and co-operated and helped to elect each mothers son that his party saw fit to nominate and now when the party is more than ever in need of a Moses to lead them to victory, this big man with the big voice and the big fist will repay them a thousand folu by leading them to ev- companiment and contributed materially to making the minstrel a success. The players were the recipients of many congratulations from their friends and schoolmates. Do not overlook the fet that putting over an entertainment of this kind in such grand style is quite an enviable DANCE AT FAYWOOD SATURDAY feat, and shows excellent ability on erlasting victory. I feel it one of the the part of the participants, and a reatest pleasures and honors of my great deal of the credit for the finan- life to name my good friend, the be-oial and otherwise big success must 'oved by all, the HONORABLE HUGH be given Bower Miller. i H- WILLIAMS.

LOWELL SCHOOL TO GIVE PLAY AT THE BROADWAY CHRISTIAN CHURCH SOCIAL Pr STOV4I RACK FROM CIRCLE MET WEDNESDAY PR' ST'AL BACK FR0M POINTS IN CARD OF THANKS TROOP DANCE The Syncopaters jazz entertainers will play a dance at Fay wood Hot Springs tomorrow night. Some interesting specials will be featured that night among which will be the Weath-erbird Singer, Mr. Eddie Hester. A big time is expected there where it is cool and where you will be afforded the chance to dance by the CALIFORNIA The Spar.ish-American children of the Lowell School will present a musi-ca play at the Broadway Theatre next Tuesday. The tite of the play is The Sugar Plum Tree, and the performance promises to be intensely interesting.

The teachers will have charge and they have worked long and hard drilling their pupils in the ways of the footlights. If you are not present at the play, you may expect to miss one of the most interesting features of the dramatic season. I wish to thank the many friends. Tomorrow night Troop will who so kindly assisted in the care of 1 llold its second annual ball at the Army beloved mother, Mrs. Martha niory Music will be furnished by Isabel Stevens, and whose good ser- Uie troops orchestra, otherwise know, vices continued at her death, and es-jas the Georgia Jazz Hounds and sev-pecially do I wish to thank the K.

of ara novel features a- promised. Be P. Lodge, Nurse Farrow, Mrs. Cooper, that dance tomorrow night! Mrs. Frank Thurmond, and Mrs, W.

C. Barcley. The kindness of you all will ever he remembered with a grate- The Social Circle of the Presbyterful heart an Church next Thursday Wm. B. Stevens, i with Mrs' H- A- Clossin.

Miss Mary Alice Johnson, of El raso, is in Deming on a two weeks visit with Misses Katherine and Kristine Foster. Miss Johnson will attend the high school commencement exercises while she is here, as Miss Katherine Foster is to graduate- The Social Circle of the Maple j)r R. p. Stovall 0f Dem-Street Church of Christ entertain now Sherman. N.

arrived Wednesday afternoon, at the beauti-; bere Saturday from points in Califor-ful home of Dr. and Mrs. F. D. lek- nja wbere bjg wife an( his daugh-ers on S.

Granite, in a very elaborate er have been sojourning for the past affair, honoring Mesdames 0. J. Wat-1 severaj weeks. Dr. Stovall formerly son and Mary Patterson 'resided in Los Angeles, where he en- The afternoons program was ar i j0yetj a wjde medical and surgical ranged by Mesdames Phil Estes, J.

B-1 practice. With the idea (rightfully) Brown and Miss Mary Clark, whicn bes ciimae on eanh is none consisted of many new and nave jtoo good for he and his family, the games, two excellent readings by Mrs. docor moved this part of the world, Perkins and Mrs. Vickers mid a so and bear tajii one WOuld know by Mrs. Joe Willa Bell.

Punch was that he does not regret it, instead, he served during the afternoon. waxes eloquently on this part of God'3 A special table, decorated sweet domain on every occasion, peas, was prepared for the two hon-, Stovall is a scholar and a close or guests, the president of the circ ie i observer on economics, and it does our Mrs. W. J. Berry and the minister eart good (we who have only recent-wife, Mrs.

J. B. Brown. A delicious jy arrjved jn this part of the country, two-course luncheon was sened and we are jn the garden spot Mesdames Watson and Patterson of the earth) to him talk are nurses of high standing Dem' During his recent isit in California, ing, and prominent church wor ers be made a 8tudy the irrigation svs-They nre leaving soon, Mrs. Watson tem jn uae jn the impoviai Valley.

Deming Chamber of Commerce Met Ascension C. of C. at Palomas May 20th Other C. of C. Lines of Activity Deming to Have a First-Class Business College Mr.

Downing oi Clovis, N. Here to Make Arrangements announcedeisewhere in this pa- cjm be haJ here for less than The Deming Chamber of Commerce committee met with the Ascension The opening of the Port of Palomas Chamber of Commerce committee at advertising Mexico as a place of in-Palomas, Sunday, May 20th, and terest for auto tourists and establish-the work toward opening the port of a larger trade relationship with Palomas was entered into. our neighbors across the line will add The meeting was one of trade terrtory to Deming. asm and the spirit of good fellowship The Chamber of Commerce will Patter- to go to Arizona and Mrs son to New York State. per, Mr.

W. 0. Downing of Clovis, N. will open a Business College in Deming. Mr.

Downing has interviewed a number of business and professional men and women of our city, all of whom have expressed much interest in the new Institution and have assured him of their moral support and encouragement in helping to make where land sells readiy at $500 per acre. He says it takes as much water there (lower altitude, too) to irrigate an acre as here, and that one can own one-fifth that amount. Then, it is far better ror the noys and girls to be at home under the daily influence of home surroundings than in a distant city. It also stands to reason that a qualified instructor can give more personal attention to a small body of, students than can be expected in a large school where the classes are CAMP FIRE GIRLS CELEBRATE GIRLS DAY his own irrigation system here and existed throughout, have an open meeting on Tuesday, Since the Deming Trade Excursion lday irrigate a farm for less money than it costs in the Imperial Valley -u Last Saturday afternoon costs 't0 Ascension May 5th, the business The of notifieg ug de And, remember, land there $500 per acre in the rough. Here, 1 thatt0WT1 have aitachment of 52 men from Fort Bliss Fire Girls of the city celebrated Girls Day.

At three oclock the girls gathered, each with a guest, on Geo. Robinsons lawn. The leaders first took them to the swimming pool where a delightful hour was spent in the water. one can buy more fertile land at from pUamber of Commerce and are carry- will pass thru Deming on trucks Mav $10 to $20 per acre. Cornplptlon the Wrk bpgrun at'28th, going to Fort Bayard at the re- Dr.

Stovall is an Old Timer. 1 that time Quest of the American Legion there. the undertaking a success. rowded It is believed that the College will Downing states that all instruc- mean much to the young people living win by the indnidual method here. It will make it possible for 1 so tbat older students or those who many to take business and shorthand i j1ave n0t had the advantage of higher courses who would otherwise not be e(iucation may take the courses and able to do so.

The night school wiil receive instruction at their ow afford an opportunity for a large num- i desks; no class work, ber who are employed during tho dav Mr. Downing and his associates has seen this country when it wras The Mexican delegates feel sure the i to take part in the Memorial Day exraw, and he has seen the changes that open jiort will bea fact within three ercises. The band of the 7th Cavalry, The next thing on the program was hay made Jt what it ig today the months and will push the work with which is included in the visiting per kooflhoH crania r.a ttTflfHllTVF 1 a Bivnn4 baseball the score stamhng all to attend. Many business men are have been engaged in the school busi a game, parden 8pot of the univtrsft IIe is at its end 9 to 4 favor of Lwder as rock of ite and we crowd was then led to Red wjsh we had more men hjm where a bountiful picnic sup- enjoyed. This is a marvelous age of economy soon as it became dark the kitchenettes a trick furniture for for auto tourists.

Pershing Highway is 4Un Alr He, I a 1 aa1 wam possible speed At the Palomas meeting it was suggested to place a sign in the Deming Municipal Camp Grounds advertising scenic Mexico as a place of interest fire lighted and the Stoernes sonnel will play a concert in Deming the night they arrive here, the 28th, and again as they pass thru here going back, the night of June 1st. These concerts will be held on Pine street, jest west of OLeary's Comer. considering taking courses. Married women who have duties to perform will attend part time. Even those who have both the time and money to go away will attend a home at only a fraction of the expense of going away.

ness for a number of years anil guarantee the courses of study to be at least the equal of that offered by any commercial school. We see no reason why this work cannot be given at home and believe it is a good thing for our community. monial. The Bridge per was As camp i was small apartments, according to Ju ian held a joint cero- 'T r. i Bonnie Clark of the Liodes Curtis, but nobody has quite equaled the 8jght-seemg auto tourist a It has been estimated that the very Mr.

Downing cun be found temper-1 group took the rank of Fire Maker, enjy Frd, aided by motor thieves, piace to go and developing a w. minimum expense in going away forjarily at the office of the Chamber of I and Betty and Margaret Love were in development of the disappearing field of interest for Deming and north-. can also arrange for you the pur- such courses is around $500. The same Commerce. initiated as Camp Fire Girls.

n.otor car. ern Chihuahua. chase of poppies for that day..