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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1933
Page
2
A reflective piece on Memorial Day noting street parades and solemn services. It honors those who died and recognizes living veterans, including many who returned scarred or disabled. The author urges continued national memory and support for all who served.
Lordsburg hosted a successful first Trade Day with plans for a larger June 24 event. Merchants praise results and anticipate broader advertising to draw more attendees, while locals expect increased turnout as previous participants return.
Continental Oil radio entertainer Carveth Wells describes the Grand Canyon as one of the stillest places on earth. His remarks will be aired during the regular Wednesday night Conoco program on June 7 across 20 NBC stations.
Yale professor Yandell Henderson argues three rules guide alcohol policy: stronger beverages fuel more evils, weaker drinks reduce harms, and licensing should curb strong drinks to lessen public health and order problems. Local Las Cruces reports hint at a weak beer sale amid morale concerns.
The 1933 Senior Class drafts a humorous will bequeathing minor gifts to the Juniors Sophomores and Faculty including small favors and gifts such as a dollar to the faculty and personalities like Mr Palm and Coach Ehrhardt. The document lists individual bequests from seniors to teachers classmates and successors and ends with signatures dated May 23 1933.
Hollywood heralds prosperity with Cecil B DeMille's The Sign of the Cross at the Sileo Theatre Silver City. Nearly 7 500 cast include Fredric March Elissa Landi Claudette Colbert and Charles Laughton. Massive Rome set pieces with Circus Maximus arena and lavish costumes. film required a large crew and a near one million dollars in expenditures.
The town notes flags on the street and a referendum planned by wives over a new golf club. A Guardsman recalls years of service with blank ammunition, joking about shooting at nothing. A playful meditation on marriage and commemorations closes the piece.
The American Automobil Association moves to extend its services to Lordsburg passers through Arizona mitigating competition. A letter from Mr. W. F. Holt, manager of the Lordsburg Chamber of Commerce, notes the action and outlines intentions.
The Rattan Saddle Shop is now ready for business and invites old friends and patrons to visit as it offers reduced prices on saddles.
Authorities extend temporary charter coverage to Hidalgo county and the Southern extension of Grant County New Mexico to establish a motoring organization. Citizens of Lordsburg urged to cooperate fully to aid motorists and ensure effective public service.
A note from the Arizona Automobile Association expresses eagerness to meet Lordsburg city officials and local business leaders to confer, better understand their needs, and establish acquaintance. The writer signs as Sam C. Ebaile.
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