State of New Mexico

Famous quotes containing the words state of new, state of, state and/or mexico:

    “Realizing that his time was nearly spent, he gave full oral instructions about his burial and the manner in which he wished to be remembered.... A few minutes later, feeling very tired, he left the room, remarking, ‘I have no disposition to leave this precious circle. I love to be here surrounded by my family and friends.’ Then he gave them his blessing and said, ‘I am ready to go and I wish you goodnight.’”
    —For the State of New Hampshire, U.S. public relief program (1935-1943)

    “Cole’s Hill was the scene of the secret night burials of those who died during the first year of the settlement. Corn was planted over their graves so that the Indians should not know how many of their number had perished.”
    —For the State of Massachusetts, U.S. public relief program (1935-1943)

    “... the separation of church and state means separation—absolute and eternal—or it means nothing.”
    —Agnes E. Meyer (1887–1970)

    “I think New Mexico was the greatest experience from the outside world that I have ever had.”
    —D.H. (David Herbert)