A Ci, El fdbl^cio VOL. XVIII. APRIL 1, 1925. No. 7 The State Flag of New Mexico The design was submitted by Dr. Harry E. Meraof the New Mexico Archaeological Society and was chosen by popular vote in a contest under the supervision of the Daughters of the American Revolution. It was adopted by the State Legislature. the act being signed by Governor Hannett recently. The Zia sun symbol and the Spanish colors are embodied in the flag.