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Newspaper
Jal Flare
Location
Jal, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1939
Page
2
On September 9 1939 I received a notice that my term as Chief of Police in Jal would end September 15 I protest a private council decision and demand an open hearing. Mayor and council are urged to hold an open meeting and justify the move or face public scrutiny.
The Church of God reports strong attendance for weekend services and its final quarterly conference. A committee plans a Jal pastorium with about 325 dollars subscribed so far. Four lots are being sought for the new home. Lou Cutshaw and Paul Fletcher attended a Wink barbecue hosted by Stanolind Company. Mrs S C Bradford and Mona Bradford visited Denver City.
Shell Pipeline Company employees in Hobbs and New Mexico discussed safety methods. Jerry Wellsby of Hobbs was elected to succeed V Welten of Jal as chapter president. Next meeting set for November 19 in Hobbs with 31 employees and 4 visitors attending. Horace White of Colorado City spoke on safety working conditions.
Mrs Dick Smalley entertained the Jal Bridge Club at her home on Monday night. Mrs Bill Fink won high score, Mrs Annis B Hollis took second prize, and Mrs Randy Johnston won cut prize. After the game, refreshments were served.
Among those receiving marriage licenses at Lovington last week were Miss Lottie B. Rossler and W. J. Gaskins, both of Jal.
Rev Frank Neal leads a community revival with daily services at 10 am and 7 pm. The announcement invites all, regardless of church membership, to hear messages aimed at building a better community. Annual Conference convenes October 19 at El Paso. Also notes guests Homer Wade Edwin Hughes visiting the Hughes home and playing 42 after dinner.
Kathleen Carlson travels to McPherson Kansas to enter high school as a senior this year. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs M R Carlson of the Texhoma Hotel. Mr and Mrs Ivey attended a barbecue in Hobbs this week.
Mrs Roy C Hayes was entertained at Mrs Henry P Norton home Friday afternoon. Guests showered the honoree with baby gifts and refreshments followed social hour. Attendees included Henry P Norton J M Haid Virgil Bennett Broadway Brown J W Justis W H Justis and Watkins. Others sent gifts but could not attend D C Burfington Earl Reid Cain Bell and O Bannon sent regards.
A Friday night church social drew a large crowd as Sunday School classes presented a pantomime of Young Lochinvar. Mrs A C Williams read the play with Mrs H H Copeland and others in costume. Performances included piano solos, rhythm band numbers, a one act play, railroad act, and refreshments followed. Clyde Bone traveled to Mentone on business Tuesday.
Final services mark the year at Jal Church as the pastor delivers a farewell message Sunday morning. T. M. McClendon, pastor, and Mrs Barney Thompson announce the birth of a seven-pound baby boy this week. Grandfather Jess Gummere notes the healthy arrival. Clyde Bone and family spent Sunday at Pecos River for a swim.
Advertisers claim Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills relieve headaches with one pill in regular packaging and 144 pills for a penny in economy packaging. The promotion emphasizes low cost and high quantity for headaches.
A concise note describes a product that tastes good, acts quickly, does not upset the stomach, and contains no opiates or laxatives. The statement emphasizes safety and efficacy for regular use.
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