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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1942
Page
2
Senator Dennis Chavez said talks to send a Red Cross relief ship for American prisoners of war in the Far East are not finished. He cited Japan’s denial of permission to dock at Manila and the absence of a suitable ship as obstacles.
Senator Chavez notes joint efforts to speed relief by sending a neutral ship loaded with food and medicines for civilians and military personnel interned by the Japanese. Delays depend on two factors, but there is reason to expect action soon.
Wartime fuel supply tightness hinges on transportation bottlenecks as railroads bear rising demand for war materials. Submarine warfare worsens cargo losses, increasing pressure on coal and iron shipments. Retail yards avoid stocking, heightening risk of shortages in fall and winter.
The piece shows 40 million tons of coal yearly hauled by trucks and rail demand spiking due to rubber shortages. Railroads add 660 locomotives for oil to the east and 140 for coal, risking coal and fuel oil shortages for farmers and others relying on rail transit. Officials urge summer coal storage to prevent fall winter shortages amid peak war shipments.
President Roosevelt proposes that families with higher earnings from war production use the extra income to reduce their FHA insured mortgages. He urges Congress and the public to stabilize living costs and strengthen the economy by paying down debts as war supply drives inflation potential.
Multiple candidates announce runs for Hidalgo County New Mexico offices Subject to Democratic Primary actions with dates and requests for votes and support by local voters
Fragmentary text references a candidate for tax authority in New Mexico and mentions a county and national context. Vague wording blocks clear facts, no definitive names, dates, or outcomes are readable.
L A Bradberry announces candidacy for Hidalgo County Probate Judge on the Democratic ticket. Peter J. Fairly announces for Hidalgo County Clerk nomination. Both pledge to seek primary action in September. Marhale Fuller signs as Clerk seeking voter support.
Fragmented notice endorses Oscar Allen for Hidalgo County Sheriff and Tom W Wright for County Assessor with Democratic primary on September 12, 1942. Additional mention of a Treasurer nomination and other names appears in garbled text. The document reflects early campaign declarations and party primary context.
The Virden Relief Society closes a special patriotic edition of its magazine to honor local service members. Mrs Archie Jones leads the issue with mothers framing the cover art by Mrs Carl Donaldson, while J Payne delivers an patriotic editorial.
County Extension Agents and 4 H club leaders in New Mexico will soon receive the rules and regulations for 1942 state contests. W W Wilson notes contests are a minor but helpful factor to raise work quality. County winners receive medals. state winners may earn paid trips to the National 4 H Congress in Chicago, with scholarships of 100 to 250 dollars.
Mrs Johanny Thygerson died June 9 after several weeks with a broken hip. Funeral services have not yet been arranged.
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