Democrats Sweep New Mexico In Lea County Victory
The Democratic slate won in New Mexico with overwhelming majorities, dominant in Lea County where sheriff Sam Cain and representative Geo Harris led opposition victories by about 1,000 votes, and five commissioner candidates also prevailed. Turnout was light at under sixty percent, but the statewide victory solidified Roosevelt and the New Deal.
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New Mexico
Lea County
Lea
Sam Cain
Geo. T. Harris
Representative
E. N. Evans
M. C. Sweatt
Malcolm Madera
Tingley Victor In Miller's Home Town
In Chaves county Roswell returns show Dennis Chavez leading Bronson Cutting 2354 to 2135 for long term seat. Senator Carl Hatch tops the ticket with 2862 to Richard Dillon 1421. John J. Dempsey wins 2616 to 1225 for Miera. Clyde Tingley defeats Jaffa Miller 2516 to 1942 in governor race.
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Chaves County
Roswell
Salvation Army
Dennis Chavez
Bronson Cutting
Carl Hatch
Richard Dillon
John J. Dempsey
Congress
Miera
Jaffa Miller
Clyde Tingley
Emocrat
Tingley
Miller
Eddy County Democrats Sweep Ballot in Eddy County
District Attorney Geo L Reese Jr toured Hobbs and Lovington to review corrected Eddy county reports. Local Democrats backed the ticket with majorities between 1000 and 1500 for Cutting Chavez. Chavez maintains about 300 in Chaves county while Roswell and Chaves seem closer than first reported.
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Geo. L. Reese, Jr
Hobbs
Lovington
Eddy County
Lea County
Cutting
Chavez
Geo. T. Harris
Chaves County
Roswell
Insul Widens Rift with Evolving Evidence Claims
A garbled report shows Insul widening his unpopularity by asserting new evidence about maneufferers and the search for a solution. The fragment hints at controversy over the motive and the timeline of events, with critics challenging the credibility of the claims and the handling of the matter by authorities.
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Insul
Ochoa Takes The Care For Percentage Vote
Clyde Woolworth reports Jal polling issues delayed openings after boxes were sent to Lea by mistake. In Jal the Democratic ticket led 2 to 1. Sam Cain won sheriff by 8 votes in his town. At Ochoa, 48 registered voters cast 48 ballots with 37 straight Democratic ballots.
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Clyde Woolworth
Jal
Lea
Sam Cain
Mr. Woolworth
Ochoa
New Mexico Voters Endorse Sales Tax in Election
Citizens statewide went to the polls Tuesday and voted decisively in favor of the sales tax law as it stands. Supporters argue it aids the state budget, while opponents say it burdens small consumers.
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New Mexico
Goodwin's Ambulance Made On Eight Of Material
A historical notice notes an ambulance built by Goodwin using eight of a specific material. The fragment confirms construction details but lacks broader context. Further readable lines would clarify date location and purpose of the craft project.
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Goodwin
Lea County Voting Complete Summary
The document lists multiple statewide and local offices with candidate names and numbers. Key figures include Bronson Cutting and Dennis Chavez for Senate, Richard Dillon and Carl Hatch for Senate, Miera and Dempsey for Congress, Jaffa Miller for Lieutenant Governor, Jose Gonzales and Levi Martinez for various posts, Cyrus McCormick and James Connelly for State Treasurer and Attorney General, and Edna Rousseau for Superintendent. Other offices cover Public Lands, State Supreme Court, Corporation Commissioner, District Judge, State Representative, Commissioners for districts, Probate Judge, County Clerk, Sheriff, Assessor, Treasurer, Superintendent of Schools, and Surveyor with named candidates and vote tallies.
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Bronson Cutting
Dennis Chavez
Richard C. Dillon
Carl A. Hatch
Congress
M. F. Miera
John J. Dempsey
Jaffa Miller
Clyde Tingleyea
Jose Gonzales
Luic C de Baca
Public Instruction
E. A. Perrault
Elizabeth Fayette Gonzales
Levi Martinez
Jose O. Garcia
Cyrus McCormick
James J. Connelly
Jose Armijo
Frank H. Patton
Edna Rousseau
H. R. Rodgers
Oliver M. Lee
Frank Vesely
Ina Ehelad
Justice State Supreme Court
John C. Watson
Charles R. Brice
Jove S
George T. Harris
M. C
Malcom Madera
Walter Pendleton
Mark Owen
Heneonsi Tryin
Knife Wielder Jailed After Ramona Club Fracas
Robert Victor was jailed by Deputy Sheriff Kerley after a fracas at the Ramona Club. He brandished a knife, injuring two bystanders before a knockout by a bystander halted further harm. Victor claims Underwood as an alias and California as his home. age about 23.
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Robert Victor
Kerley
Lovington
Ramona Club
Victor
Victor Underwood
California
Albuquerque beef project aims to freeze and store massive cuts
The Albuquerque beef killing and freezing project plans to process one hundred or more head daily. In twenty five days about three quarters of a million pounds will be frozen and stored. Distribution will occur through the state with shipments every two weeks.
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Albuquerque
Well Known Citizen J E Borroughs Dies at 46
J E Borroughs aged 46 died Monday night at his home after a brief illness. He was a well known Hobbs resident involved in carpentry and cabinet making since the oil development began. Survived by wife and five children. Funeral arrangements pending with Goodwin's in charge.
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J. E. Borroughs
Mr. Borroughs
Hobbs
Goodwin’s
Tidwell Show Expands Oil Carnival Grounds In Hobbs
The Tidwell Shows carnival arrives in Hobbs with full equipment and new attractions after delayed train service. The larger, varied lineup promises stronger appeal than their spring visit, exciting locals who remember the earlier engagement and previewing a full week of entertainment.
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Tidwell
Hobbs
Methodist Pastorate Changes Announced
Rev. C. S. Walker moves from Hobbs to Lordsburg while J. Y. Bowman arrives in Lovington. W. B. Beauchamp is assigned to Tatum and C. from Hobbes heads to Portmeockton.
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Walker
Lordsburg
Hobbs
J. Y. Bowman
Lovington
W. B. Beauchamp
Tatum
Hobbes
Os Te Port Meockton
Town Clerk Bob Aleup Ill After Several Days
Town Clerk Bob Aleup has been ill for several days, prompting absence from duties and concerns about local governance. The situation remains uncertain with no official statements issued and no timetable for return announced.
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Bob Aleup
Paving Project Declared Emergency in Carlsbad Avenue
After the election, Alex Reeves and supporters call for immediate paving of Carlsbad avenue. They warn an emergency exists and delays could occur due to highway department equipment being allocated to other Lea County projects.
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Carlsbad Avenue
Alex Reeves
Highway Department
Lea
Show Grounds Oiled To Settle The Dust
Tidwell Shows management spent much to improve comfort for patrons. The entire carnival enclosure was oiled on Wednesday to suppress dust, addressing complaints from Tuesday night and promising a smoother experience tonight.
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Tidwell
Continental offset to Empire Lindley No 28
Pat Herley, division superintendent of Continental, based in Big Spring Texas, traveled to Hobbs on Wednesday to arrange a north offset to the Empire Lindley No 2B in district. They expect to spud Thursday.
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Pat Herley
Continental
Big Spring
Texas
Hobbs
New Mexico Legion Charter Likely To Be Reinstated
Ollie Davis, co ordinator for the American Legion, said Monday the charter of the New Mexico department of the Legion probably would be reinstated next fall.
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Ollie Davis
American Legion
New Mexico Department of the Legion
Legion Fights Draw Crowd at Friday Show Under DeWitt Reid
The American Legion produced wrestling bouts and a boxing contest Friday night directed by DeWitt Reid. Spectators enjoyed the events, though attendance fell short of expectations.
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The
American Legion
DeWitt Reid
Democratic Loyalty Parade Worthwhile
A large Democratic loyalty parade in Hobbs and New Hobbs drew 175 to 200 cars. Mayors L. W. Gay and Emmet Starch led the procession along Jal Highway past Harden Hotel. The event showcased straight ticket support with generous public support and special thanks to Tidwell Shows for cooperation.
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Turner Street
Jal Highway
L. W. Gay
Hobbs
Emmet Starch
New Hobbs
Harden Hotel
Tidwell
Church of Christ Fall Meeting with Rev Jeffcoat
The Church of Christ begins a fall revival with Bro. H. D. Jeffcoat of Roswell as preacher for one week ending the third Sunday. Bro. Johnson opens Sunday with the sermon What Is My Responsibility at morning service. Jeffcoat preaches 7 p m and throughout the week. Bible study 9:45, communion 10:45, services 10 a m and 7 p m daily.
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H. D. Jeffcoat
Roswell
Jeffcoat
Johnson
Revie
Morgan Family Arrives in Hobbs from Paducah Tex
Mr and Mrs H V Y Morgan and their children arrive in Hobbs from Paducah Texas. Mr Morgan is noted as a brother of H C Morgan. The notice mentions the Morgan family and their relocation details from the Texan town.
Moment and Me to Swabboiefield Birth Update
Moment and I to Swabboiefield report all well with mother and baby, with best wishes for a smooth recovery as family celebrates the new arrival on a calm western Theseday.
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Clyde Tingle
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