Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
The steeple from the demolished Fairview Lutheran Church remains on the cemetery grounds. With the help of volunteers and donated funds, the steeple and cemetery have been maintained.
In 1903, a family from Arne Township needed to baptize their baby in their home, as there weren't any churches in the area at that time. Rev. J. A. Pederson from the St. Petri and Bethany parishes in Harvey conducted the service.
While in the area, Rev. Pederson noticed that some Christian work was needed in this rural area, so he made arrangements to preach at the Arne Schoolhouse. Rev. Pederson...
