Local notes include moves and ventures in Hobbs area
Mr and Mrs E B Miller and Miss Frances visited El Paso Sunday where Miss Frances entered Holman Sanitarium for treatment. The Millers will move to Wink after selling their New Hobbs home to Mr Griffith of Electrolux. Sailor McMillan starts a 24 hour taxi service at Mecca Cafe corner. Buck Macey and W R Eccles visited Hobbs with Sam Samson on highway projects. Catholic parishioners pledge to the Legion of Decency. E B Miller’s departure creates a vacancy on New Hobbs Town Council increasing candidate talk.
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E. B. Miller
Miss Frances
el Paso
Holman Sanitarium
Mrs. Miller
Wink
Hobbs
Mr. Griffith
Electrolux Agency
New Hobbs
Sailor McMillan
Mecca Cafe
New Hobbs Town
Pntest
Death by alleged self to be at Diamond A ranch
Garner N. Thompson 38 foreman for Diamond A Cattle Co. reportedly died by poison at the Diamond A ranch west of Roswell. A physician was present and an inquest was deemed unnecessary.
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Garner N. Thompson
Diamond A Cattle Co
Diamond A
Roswell
Ralph Hampton Joins New Mexico Planning Board
Ralph Hampton, formerly a reporter for The Hobbs News and a Colorado college student for two years, is now employed with the state Planning board of New Mexico in Santa Fe.
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Ralph Hampton
Hobbs News
Colorado
State Planning Board of New Mexico
Santa Fe
Officials to Visit Santa Fe for Permits Hearing
Jim Walker Nay High tower and Omer Jarnagin are among those scheduled to visit Santa Fe Monday for motor carrier permits hearing before the State Corporation Commission.
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Jim Walker
Nay Hightower
Omer Jarnagin
Santa Fe
State Corporation Commison
Bank Inspector Seeks Regular Visit to Lea County
E M Hampton deputy state bank examiner of New Mexico spent Thursday forenoon in Hobbs on a routine official visit to Lea County State Bank of Loving.
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E. M. Hampton
State Bank Examiner
New Mexico
Hobbs
State Bank of
Lovinga
Truck Operators to Hear Permits at Santa Fe
Numerous truck operators from this section will travel to Santa Fe on Monday next to participate in a hearing on applications for permits to operate as motor carriers.
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Santa Fe
Bridge party given by Mrs. Oren Beaty hosted guests
J. M. Cunningham, Mrs. Will Terry and Mrs. Harvis Clark attended a bridge party hosted by Mrs. Oren Beaty in Lovington on Wednesday.
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J. MM. Cunningham
Will Terry
Harvis Clark
Lovington
Oren Beaty
Mrs Lynn Griswold Hosts Yucca Bridge Club Meeting
Mrs Lynn Griswold entertained the Yucca Bridge club Tuesday at her Shell Camp home. Mrs J M Cunningham won high score.
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Lynn Griswold
Yucca Bridge Club
Shell Camp
J. M. Cunningham
State Senator Julian Visits Hobbs to Renew Ties
State Senator Julian of Tu toured Hobbs and nearby areas meeting with Democratic leaders and longtime allies to discuss local issues and reaffirm party ties.
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Julian of
Hobbs
Maurice Darnell Strolls Through Eunice On A Monday
Maurice Darnell was seen in Eunice on Monday, claiming no business, merely social wandering through town as locals noted his casual demeanor.
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Maurice Darnell
Eunice
Gordon King to Move Into New Hobbs Auto Manager Home
Gordon King, manager of Hobbs Auto Company, will soon take occupancy of his new residence. The development signals expansion activity tied to the Hobbs auto operation and local business growth.
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Gordon King
Hobbs Auto Company
Carlsbad Caverns Draws Over 17000 July Visitors
Carlsbad Caverns reported more than 17 000 visitors in July matching strong summer turnout. Officials note the numbers echo earlier bustling tourist seasons and reflect growing national interest in the famous park.
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Carlsbad Caverns
Hobbs utility report shows record new connections
Hobbs gas and water utilities report more new connections than at any time since. The data reflects growth in service uptake across key neighborhoods, with ongoing infrastructure support and expected continued expansion through the year.
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Hobbs Gas and Water Utilities
Gallup FERA workers strike over wage cut at county projects
Members of the Gallup FERA Workers union representing 100 of 165 men on McKinley county FERA projects walked out Friday after a 10 cent an hour wage cut was announced. Carl McAllister, proprietor of McAllister Drug, arrived Saturday to arrange moving the store into the remodeled premises next to the Pig n Whistle Cafe.
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Gallup
Fera Workers Union
McKinley County
FERA
Carl McAllister
McAllister Drug
Pig’n Whistle
Turner sues over $100 wasoline coupons in justice court
In justice court Wednesday R. P. Turner filed suit and replevin against L. Davis for recovery of $100 worth of wasoline coupon books. John a represents the plain Mise B Everett is again behind the counter at the Pign Whistle cafe. Miss Everett is no stranger in this city, for she was here during the boom days of 1930. Deputy Sheriff Witcher was here from Lovington Saturday, working on misdemeanor cases.
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Justice Court
R. P. Turner
L. Davis
John A
Mise B Everett
Pig'n Whistle Cafe
Miss Everett
Witcher
Lovington
Classified House for Rent in Lovington with Pool
Nine rooms with bath and servants quarters. Lawn trees and swimming pool. Beautifully furnished throughout located Lovington. $100 per month. Mrs Carlton Clinton Lovington. FOR SALE English Setter female. Call Harper Rooms. LOST Black Leather purse on Main street. Return to News office. Mrs J F Chuesberg.
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Lovington
Carlton Clinton
Harper Rooms
Main Street
News Office
J. F. Chuesberg
Young America Showcases Knee Action Derby Car
Detroit reports on the All-American Soap Box Derby sponsored by Chevrolet with young competitors from 7 to 15. A 12 year old Indianapolis boy, Jack Nicholas, built a knee action racer for 15 cents in materials, drawing national attention and a formal welcome from Governor Paul W. McNutt. Jack and his father met Detroit Chevrolet leaders and M. Coyle, president of the local company, during visits.
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Detroit
America
Chevrolet Motor Company
Chevrolet
Dayton
Ohio
Jack Nicholas
Indianapolis
Jack
Nicholas
Paul W. McNutt
Indiana
Capitol
M. E. Coyle
Lea County Democratic Convention Names County Officers and Delegates
Lea county Democratic delegates are chosen to nominate state officers and to attend the State Nomination Convention. The county chairman will lead meetings and record proceedings, with officers for clerk, sheriff, treasurer, assessor, school superintendent, and commissioners named. Delegates are apportioned by precinct and instructed to vote as a unit for the party’s nominees and to cast Lea County's full vote on all issues.
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Democratic County Central Committee
Democratic Central Committee
County Central Committee
Lea County
Democratic Party
James B. McGhee
Oswell
New Mexico
George T. Harris
19Th Legislative
Towit
Grace E. Beauchamp
Sam Cain
Dan Berry
John Love
Mettie Jordan
M. C. Sweatt
E. N. Evans
M. R. Madera
Mark Owen
Unfurnished House Wanted for 4 or 5 Rooms
Person seeks an unfurnished house with four or five rooms. Ready to take an apartment temporarily if needed until a house becomes available.
Free Movie Night Draws 250 At local Chevrolet Co Event
A S R O sign hung for a free movies night hosted by McKinley Chevrolet Co and Pontiac Motor Co. About 250 guests attended to view a Movietone show highlighting Pontiac features including the 1984 straight eight engine. B M Stodghill, manager, praised the public turnout on what proved the season’s hottest evening.
Two Girls Runward Bond Ends as One Marries A Mu
Two girls long-time friends drift as one marries a musician, altering their close ties and daily routines. The article notes social circles and local reaction to the union, capturing community response and the couple’s plans.
Fixtures Placed in Remodelled Store Room for Haberdashery
Fixtures are being placed in the remodeled store room adjoining Palace Drug in preparation for Wayne Bell's haberdashery. Fancy cabinet work enhances the appearance as liquor stamp collections feature forthcoming readiness for occupancy.
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Palace Drug
Wayne Bell
Rossel Recovering from First Corer Operation at Hospital
W H Rossel remains in hospital recovering from an initial operation. A committee moves to adopt the report and resolutions contained therein and requests discharge of the same.
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W. H. Rossel
Mittee
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Raton
Legion of Decency
Young America
R. W. Saunders, Jr
Hobbs, N. M
Roswell, N. M
Paramount Picture
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