30 Sep 1955
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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1955
Page
1
Miss Rosalie Tibbs daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert Tibbs pictured on her horse prepares to depart for Albuquerque to compete as State Fair Rodeo Queen. She earlier won the Lordsburg Rodeo Queen title earning an all expense paid four week trip to the State Fair.
The measure targets any driver involved in a highway crash after October 1. It provisions automatic license suspension for those failing to report the incident or provide proof of financial responsibility. Offenders risk loss of driving privileges until requirements are met and damage claims of 10000 or more within 60 days trigger stricter penalties. Some cases allow innocence to be proven in court or by signed legal statements.
Ed Hitson wins first and second in two Cotton Bay Sewing Department divisions at the State Fair. She takes top prize in pajama made from feed bags and second in curtains, plus stakes as Sweepstake winner. Superintendent Krogh notes she will receive a Pfaff de luxe electric portable sewing machine and potential national prize package if she reaches finals.
The document notes a corrected oversight in a parade and luncheon honoring Mayor Kimbley and his wife. The Chamber of Commerce apologized for the miscommunication and both were thanked for their support, with praise for the mayor's many efforts to ensure the celebration's success. Marguerite Codding expresses gratitude, acknowledging Mrs Kimbley urged the mayor to participate.
The Lordsburg Mavericks rebounded from a prior loss to Clifton to rout the Hatch Bears 56 to 12 in their first conference game. All points came in the last three quarters with a 12-6 opening, then a 24-point burst in the second quarter and a final 56-12 tally by game’s end.
The Lordsburg chamber honors local volunteers and features Governor John F. Simms and Mrs. Simms, plus El Paso Division leaders W R Adair and staff. The Southern Pacific railroad funded displays and the railroad's arrival marks the town’s early growth amid parades banquets and dances.
Sheriff BE N Jackson reports Chicago officers arrested Marvin Hamilton on a charge tied to a Hidalgo Garage embezzlement. Hamilton fled in August with a large cash shortage and was detained awaiting extradition after a San Diego hospital story proved false.
The following list of first prize winners from the Hidalgo County Fair held September 16 and 17 is published as furnished. It includes exhibitors from Animas Virden Lordsburg and surrounding areas with awards in exhibits sewing paintings home economics fancy work and more.
Last Friday the grand opening of Saucedo Grocery and Food Market, run by H A Saucedo, showcased a moved and enlarged store on Main Street. The new building features modern decor, pale pink accents, grey acoustic ceilings, fluorescent lighting, and bright, efficient shopping areas with full meat and dairy departments and a wide range of canned goods frozen foods and fresh vegetables. The long standing Lordsburg store preserves its fine reputation in updated quarters.
Twenty two animals sold to the highest bidders at a 4-H club sale linked to the Hidding County Fair. The report lists animal owners and buyers such as Tommy De Vilbins Dockum Butane and Marth Nell De Vilbiss Deming along with donors who augmented prices.
The Lordsburg High School Band provided music for the Diamond Jubilee parade and concert. The Chamber of Commerce and the community praise the group and director Roger Brandt for their fine performance.
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