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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1933
Page
2
The article notes President Roosevelt personally backing the recovery act and a Cuba policy seen as steadying the program amid public doubt. It mentions local option voting on September 19 as a cost-saving move and closes with a call for common sense.
The text questions when bonds are not bonds and suggests the affair exposes careless handling of public monies. It argues that Kansas should learn from alleged scandals, warning that current practice is inadequate and prone to misuse.
The Associated Press profiles Anna Ownby 73, a longtime Lordsburg resident and wife of ex mayor B. B. Ownby. It highlights her athletic feats such as standing on feet and kicking a hat from five foot eight, plus her poetry, sewing skills, and crafted garments.
Robert Dunagan named new manager of the Studio Theater and shows rare artistic talent. His paintings, including Capastrano the old San Juan Mission, are praised in Hidalgo Hotel lounges. New York galleries have invited him to exhibit, promising New Mexico pride in coming days. Senator and Mrs. Lee Brown Atwood spent the weekend in Reserve.
A colorful syndicated column references Sarazen winning the National pro golf title and jokes about Goggin. It notes Albuquerque firemen extinguishing a rag fire aimed at bugs and a pond discharge, plus a dramatic note about a business figure's self-inflicted death and a Los Angeles trial marriage ending. It ends with remarks on a new motor patrol.
A reader notes a cheerful sentiment about upcoming school attendance expressing delight at the prospect of starting classes next month. The remark emphasizes enthusiasm and anticipation.
The funeral for Martin C. Cochran known as Chief Cochran took place at Mountain View Cemetery with Rev. S. M. Mims delivering the tribute. He was 61 or 62, an Amarillo native with Cherokee ancestry, survived by a large family, and remembered for integrity loyalty and love for children.
Mrs Jack Heather is in El Paso this week for undisclosed engagements with local friends and organizations. The trip focuses on community meetings and social events around the city.
J B Jones and family head for Utah. E F Fuller sells Virden home and moves to Thatcher to lead Gila College. Field couple from Ha cita NM buy Fuller residence. Local visitors from Arizona and Illinois gather for family events and church talk.
A historical note explains that 140 prisoners died from heat stroke rather than oxygen loss in the Black Hole of Calcutta. It emphasizes rapid heat retention in humid air, advises hydration, light clothing, and avoiding fuel foods in hot weather, and offers baby care tips to aid heat loss.
The Studio promotes forthcoming feature attractions with previews shown at every screening. Mr Duna gan reports ongoing work on a washed air system in the theatre and will continue until satisfactory results are achieved. Mr and Mrs John T Muir visited Lordsburg from their ranch on Saturday.
A teacher's tribute recalls Gertrude Kedzie Crosby born January 17 1889 and dying August 1 1933 in Lordsburg and Mountain View Cemetery. The funeral at Heather Funeral Home drew friends from near and far as mourners honored a pioneer family with floral tributes and scripture.
An historical outline explains the Southern Pacific’s role in building a transcontinental route through the west. It details incorporation in 1865, expansion to Yuma and El Paso, acquisitions including Arizona Eastern and El Paso and Southwestern, and the company’s large investment, employee base, and four operating units.
Mrs. Etta Housely of Hot Springs Arkansas visiting with Mrs. Arnold and her daughters entertained guests at Mrs. Arnold Cafe from Hot Springs Tuesday evening.
John B. Crowell and daughter Mary came from Douglas on Tuesday. Mr and Mrs W C Shellberg dined with Mr and Mrs M E Fowler on Sunday. Mr and Mrs Marshall Kelly of Clayton visited the ranch of Mr and Mrs Merritt Kelly last week.
Dr Emil Adla Tabs touted to relief acid related conditions including heartburn sour stomach and indigestion. Eagle Drug and Stationery advertises the product for stomach relief and digestive help.
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