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Alamogordo News

Location

Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1931

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FiveYearOld Galanter Girl Killed in Tularosa Auto Crash

Esther Galanter aged five, daughter of Mr and Mrs Hyman Galanter, was struck by a car on Main Street in Tularosa New Mexico and killed instantly. The driver Mrs Elberta Mathews Coleman faced a coroner’s inquest verdict of unavoidable accident. The child’s burial will be in Santa Fe where she was born.

Tularosa N. M Esther Galanter Hyman Galanter Main Street Elberta Mathews Coleman Galanter Russia White House Santa Fe Etta Sendler Ron Smither Albuquerque Esther Galanters

Otero County Board Delays Payments To November

Otero county commissioners meet to discuss James Canyon highway rights of way and road changes. Delays include no salaries for county officials and no general fund claims until November as funds are depleted. Edgington may visit the locality to review the Weed to McDonald flats project.

Board of County Commissioners Otero County Weed McDonald Flats Col. Edgington Salvation Army Baron Auriemma James Canyon Eli Moser Chas. Bell J. E. C. Bell G. W. Talley Chas. W. Talley A. J. Posey Fannie Posey W. H. Eckhorst Lillie A. May B. H Posey R. M. Batt G. W. Barklay

Gandhi’s Life Code: Love Truth and Service to Others

The piece recaps Mahatma Gandhi’s lifelong rules of conduct: love, truth, chastity, fearlessness, service, self-control, equality, abstention from intoxicants, respect for all religions, earning only by one’s labor, and valuing usefulness over possession. It notes the difficulty of living by these principles in a material world.

Mahatma Gandhi India Gandhi Jesus Christ Buddha America

Elberta peaches featured at Mrs H McNatt La Luz

Local listing promotes Elberta peaches at Mrs H McNatt in La Luz described as nice and luscious. Wolfinger's advertises men's pants at half price under the Humdingers value line.

Wolfinger

Tenth Annual Salvation Army Campaign Ends in Otero County

The tenth annual Salvation Army fund drive in Otero County, part of the Southwest Division, concluded Wednesday with modest results about one hundred dollars below last year. Despite many donors contributing similar amounts, fewer wage earners were solicited, yielding a net shortfall. Communities listed include Alamogordo 341.82 Cloudcroft 104.29 High Rolls and Mt. Park 20.00 and Tularosa 51.78. Baron Auriemma leaves for Carrizozo to start a Lincoln county drive.

Otero Salvation Army Southwest Baron Auriemma Carrizozo Lincoln County Alamogordo Cloudcroft Mt. Park Tularosa

Alamogordo Welcomes Rotary District Convention Visitors

Rotary secretaries and presidents from 17 towns in district 42 will attend a two day district convention in Alamogordo August 10 and 11. Dist Governor Chas Andrews will lead sessions at the high school auditorium and a White Sands picnic is planned.

Rotary Rotary International Anns Mesdames Allen Newsom Sam Cooper P. A Small Chas. Andrews Eiaso Andrews Vienna Austria White Sands Methodist

Artesia Alamogordo Highway Praised By Tucumcari Official

Paul Dodge of Tucumcari, secretary of the New Mexico Newspark Association, lauds the Artesia to Alamogordo highway as a premier scenic route. He recounts the Pine and mint filled drives past Cloudcroft and the Sacramentos, notes friendly meetings with locals, and clarifies a garden misstatement about Gus Radka’s flowers.

Tucumcari News Paul Dodge New Mexico Newspark Association Dodge Artesia Alamogordo Alamogerdo Pecos Sacramento Mountains Cloudcroft California Colorado Walter Loggains Gus Radka Radka Gus

Crystal Beverage Co Adds Water Softener

Thos O'Connor proprietor of the Crystal Beverage Co supplier to Otero county and Ruidoso announces a water softener addition to the plant. He says the new process will remove undesirable hydrant water ingredients from drinks and produce a higher quality soda water.

Thos. O'Connor Crystal Beverage Co Otero County Ruidoso

Wolfingers Cost Prices on Men's Suits

Offer highlights at Wolfingers include low prices on men’s suits with emphasis on value and selection. Shoppers are urged to visit the store to compare options and find deals on formal and business wear.

Wolfingers

Lincoln Forest Notes on Douglas Fir and Spruce Reproduction Study

Herman branch of the Southwestern Experimental Station in Tucson is conducting a preliminary study on forest reproduction on the Sacramento Division of Lincoln. Researcher Krauch explains root differences between pines and firs, sun/shade preferences, and the setup of plots for long term study of Douglas fir and spruce on the Colorado Plateau.

Herman Southwestern Experimental Station Tucson Lincoln Colorado Plateau Krauch Alamogordo Sacramento

Lincoln National Forest Folder Publishes Map and Fires Guide

A new 16 page Government Printing Office folder on Lincoln National Forest includes a full sheet map and sections on grazing recreation and game, cave features, and natural wonders. It details forest history, fire prevention rules, and steps to extinguish camp fires and prevent wildfires.

Government Printing Office Washington Lincoln National Forest Malpais White Sands Gran Quivira Lincoln Forest

Forest road cleared to Capitan Pass on new highway

The forest road on the north side of the Capitan Mountains from Seven Cabins to Capitan Pass about sixteen miles long is being cleared. Drainage work is being installed as part of creating a new highway.

Capitan Mountains Seven Cabins Capitan Pass

Supervisor O Fred Arthur Visits Albuquerque This Week

Supervisor O Fred Arthur spent the fore part of this week in Albuquerque, engaging with local officials and visiting pertinent sites. The trip aimed to review municipal plans and discuss regional cooperation.

O. Fred Arthur Albuquerque

Southwest Lumber Co Plans Advertising Placards on Freight Cars

The Southwest Lumber Co announces placards 22 by 12 inches on outbound freight cars carrying Douglas fir from Sacramento Mountains New Mexico. Placards feature company name Alamogordo NM and message praising Douglas fir for bridges, ties and mine timbers, with bold emphasis on Douglas Fir and Bridges Ties Mine Timbers.

Southwest Lumber Co Alamopordo N. M Sacramento New Mexico Douglas

Studying the Silver Problem by International Committee

The International Chamber of Commerce plans a committee of experts from the United States Great Britain China and others to study the world silver problem. The panel will base its selections on knowledge of silver and economics and provide recommendations to aid stabilization amid low silver prices.

International Chamber of Commerce United States Great Britain China

Wonderful bargains in Shoes at Wol finger's

Bargains on men's women’s and children's shoes advertised by Wol finger’s offering low prices across multiple sizes and styles.

Wolfinger’s

Matinee and Night Showings This Weekend at Local Theater

Bulletin details Aug 7 8 schedule with matinees and two Saturday shows. Features include Everything Rosted with Robert Woolsey Anita Louise Ants in the Pants. Admission 10 15 30 35 cents. Also Tailor Made Man with Dorothy Jordan Newsreel. Three more days Aug 11 13 present Body and Soul with Farrell Loy and espionage love tale Little Bit of Heaven. Also Canyon grazing report for Sacramento Division.

Robert Woolsey Anita Louise William Haines Dorothy Jordan Charley Chase Pip Pittsburg Chas. Farrell Elissa Landie Myrna Loy

Roswell Gains Two Federal Highways Feeding Alamo Gordo

Chamber of Commerce notes two new Federal highways serving Roswell. Route 30 runs from Albany Texas through Stamford Aspermont Clairmont Post Brownfield Tatum Roswell Hondo to Socorro. Route 70 spans Atlantic coast to Hot Springs Ark Ardmore Texas Clovis Roswell Ruidoso Tularosa Alamogordo to El Paso. By snow season the routes become major feeders to Alamo Gordo and the $333,000 Hondo de tour will be replaced.

Chamber of Commerce Roswell Albany Texas Fort Worth Stamford Aspermont Clairmont Post Brownfield Tatum Hondo Socorro Atlantic Hot Springs Ark Ardmore Clovis Ruidoso Tularosa Alamogordo

Madisonville man seeks work due to wife illness

Starless K Brakehill of Madisonville Tennessee KR3 plans to move sections for better access and requests employment. He seeks an office job or small farm work and is willing to work. contact him directly if interested.

Starless K. Brakehill Madisonville Tenn Brakehill

Advertising spend by C. of C. noted in seven months

Over the last seven months the Chamber of Commerce spent about 352 on advertising about 50 per month. The outlay covered 20 000 S color post cards White Sands folders a road map and tourist guide inserts. The board asks directors to have members share materials with friends at distant points.

C. of C

Rotary club meeting attendance urged by university secretary

The secretary of the University of Chicago wrote to the President and Secretary of each Rotary Club in District 42 urging attendance at the Rotary meeting in Aup. It is expected that fifty to one hundred Rotarians will attend, with the secretary contributing in cooperation with the local Rotary Club.

U of C

Alamogordo Favored for Federal Highway 70 Boosters Meeting

A proposed conference of Federal Highway 70 boosters may be held in Alamogordo this fall. The town is seen as a natural meeting point for the region from the Arizona line to Amarillo. Interested parties are asked to call.

Boosters of Alamogordo Arizona Line Amarillo

Suttons Receive Telegram of El Paso Marriage

Mr and Mrs John Sutton of La Luz report a telegram announcing the marriage in El Paso on Wednesday of Kathleen Sutton daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Sutton of Tulsa to Mr Tom Ramsey of Sierra Blanca Texas The couple visited La Luz two weeks ago and plan to reside in Sierra Blanca where the groom and his mother run a hotel business

John Sutton la Luz el Paso Kathleen Sutton Chas. Sutton Tulsa Okla Tom Ramsey Sierra Blanca Texas Sutton

Nellie Collis and David McShurd Married in El Paso

Miss Nellie Collis of El Paso wed Mr. David E. Mc Shurd of Ft. Bliss on July 31 with Rev. Keating officiating at the ceremony in town.

Townsend and Smith wed in Los Angeles and Tucson union

Miss Dorothy D. Townsend of Los Angeles and Mr. Ernest H. Smith of Tucson were married here on August 4 by Justice I D Barrringer.

El Paso Couple Married August 5 by Justice Barringer

Miss Pauline Marie Dillon and Mr. Harold C. Negley of El Paso were united in marriage here on August 5 with Justice Barringer officiating. Fresh shipment dresses in sport silk flat crepe and rayon arrive at special low prices at Wolfinger's.

Pauline Marie Dillon Harold C. Negley el Paso Justice Barringer Wolfinger’s

Europe resents U S tariffs says Charley Andrews

Charley Andrews 42nd district Rotary president, back from Rotary International in Vienna, says Europe is upset by U S tariffs. He notes tariffs create barriers and hinder neighborly relations, with tariffs allegedly hurting friendly ties and provoking stronger barriers between nations.

Europe Charley Andrews Rotary Rotary International Vienna Austria el Paso Times United States

Heavy Rain Submerges Autos South of Alamogordo

A heavy week opening flood around Cox Wells 30 miles south west submerged six cars as rescuers faced a renewed surge. The Pinon Orogrande road washed and eroded with holes large enough to bury a vehicle. Train tracks and highways suffered, delaying travel between here and Paso.

Cox Wells Here A. Corn South Sacramentos Corn Pinon-Orogrande Paso S. P el Paso

New Mexico Credit At Stake In Special Assessment Bonds

Rupert B. Asplund, director of the New Mexico Taxpayers Association, warns that state and local credit may suffer from misused special assessment bonds. He cites defaults in several municipalities, calls for clearer responsibility and possible suspension of new obligations, and notes California limits on assessments and the right of protest by property owners.

Taxpayers’ Association Vivian New Mexico Asplund California

Ruidoso Electric Plant Under Construction in New El Paso Venture

A $50,000 light plant is being built at Ruidoso by J L Prenskey of El Paso. It will be ready around August 1 with Ray Besing of Roswell in charge. The Fairbanks Morse Diesel 75 horsepower unit will power a 5 000 person city and feed lines to Ruidoso Lodge and Ruidoso Junction. The system runs 2300 volts stepped to 110 volts via transformers. the plant sits 100 yards northeast of Wingfield store and post office.

Ruidoso J. L. Prenskey el Paso Ray Besing Roswell Ruidoso Lodge Wingfield

Help Wanted Man To Sell Glasses

Help wanted for a man to sell glasses. must have a car. Experience not necessary. Apply A. King at 1105 N Virginia St El Paso Texas.

A. King Virginia St el Paso Tex

Auriemma Concert In Alamogordo Raises Funds For Salvation Army

Baron James V. Auriemma presented a varied program at Alamogordo High School with Mrs. Charlies Rattan and Miss Vera Gregg, supported by Mrs. R. D. Jones and little Miss Sherley Ann Jones. The event benefited the Salvation Army in the Southwest, drawing a small yet appreciative audience.

James V. Auriemma Charlies Rattan Dallas R. D. Jones Sherley Ann Vera Gregg Roswell Auriemma Otero County Salvation Army Alamogordo Wilfrid Sanderson J. S. Zamerink Baron Auriemma Mrs. Rattan Miss Sherley Ann Jones Baron Auriemma Maurine Lewis Rattan Baron Jones Christian Church Grege Turner

Bankers Day Highlight Farmers Week Program

Bankers Day aboard the Farmers Week schedule features a morning meeting of the Agricultural Committee of the State Bankers Association with Dan H. Otis of the American Bankers Association. August 24 also hosts NM Crop Improvement Association directors. cotton trial tours follow. other days cover crops fruits vegetables landscaping and livestock. lodging on campus is free, meals $5, and swimming access included.

Bankers Farmers’ Week State Bankers’ Association Dan H. Otis Agricultural Commission of the American Bankers’ Association New Mexico Crop Improvement Association State College N. M

Also Mentioned on This Page

Auto Albert T. Reid Lincoln National New Lincoln Forest Roger Morris Bulletin Sixteen Springs Canyon Sacramento Division of Sutton.ramsey Dillon Negley NEW Menico Ty Rupert B. Asplund The N. M. Taxpayers’ Association Ruidoso Power Plant Chas Cadman Mrs Jones Baron Auriemme Miss Gregg Helen Brown Roy Henderson Rockies Milt Taggart
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