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Newspaper
Lovington Daily Leader
Location
Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1963
Page
1
Ottawa reports that Canadian farmers eye a new three year sale pact with Communist China. The deal would move between 225 and 375 million dollars over its term, starting with 18.5 million bushels shipped from West Coast ports in five months.
Tampa reports sabotage of two cables during the General Telephone Company strike now in its 24th day. The incident highlights ongoing labor tensions as workers strike for better pay and conditions.
Miami refugees claim Castroite troops with Russian officers used poison gas on a guerrilla cave hideout near Manguito Matanzas, killing over 200. They cite underground reports and say the cave remained unfortified by government forces as dawn patrols faltered.
Dr. Stephen Ward, 50, central figure in Britain's sex scandal, died after a massive sleeping pill overdose while in a coma. He had been convicted of living off earnings from two call girls Christine Keeler and Mandy Rice-Davies. Ward's death could prompt further disclosures in the high profile case touching the Conservative government and War Minister John Profumo.
The Red Cross chapter begins a Water Safety Ride Course at Holiday Swimming Pool on Monday August 5 for ages 14 to 18 who have Lifesaving cert. Sessions run Monday Wednesday Friday 8 to 11 a.m. An adult course starts August 6 on Tuesday Thursday 9 to 11 a.m. ends August 20 with no extra charge beyond pool admission. Information available at the pool.
Mr and Mrs Frank Benson move from Roswell to Lovington and plan a sign painting business. They reside at 106 East Jefferson where the business office will also be located.
Hubbard's Inc a New Mexico and California department store filed a bankruptcy petition in federal district court listing assets of 2 697 899 and liabilities of 2 038 012 with no exemptions requested. Jack Wentworth of Albuquerque named receiver to operate stores in New Mexico temporarily and about 600 creditors are listed nationwide.
Texico New Mexico station attendant Joseph Peacock, 23, admitted taking more than 100 dollars from the station and blamed two fictitious robbers. After he returned 107 dollars and began restitution for 25 dollars, manager Paul Randolph dropped charges. Peacock had claimed two men held him at knife point as a ruse to cover the theft and said he needed the money. He was fired after admitting the theft.
A Grants man Polo Chavez aged 25 died Saturday when a motorcycle he rode as a passenger ran off an overpass at the east end of town. The rider Emanuel L. Mieras, 25, of Grants, survived with minor injuries and had previously survived a 1961 Holloman AFB B52 shootdown incident.
Secretary of State Dean Rusk lands in Moscow to sign the East West nuclear test ban treaty and begin talks with Soviet leaders. He stresses progress must continue with relaxation of tensions, while Monday’s signing will be followed by exploratory sessions on nonaggression pacts, troop cuts, budget freezes, and underground test limits.
After 28 years of friendly service in Lovington and nearby areas, Miss Mamie Mary Payne signs off with a warm farewell. The beloved figure has been a staple in the community, known for a kind smile and steady presence.
Portraits show Roy Tomlinson and Jewell Witcher at relay stations on the Pony Express route from Lovington to Hobbs. Mary E Love, Lovington postmaster since 1935, known as Miss Mamie, received acting postmaster in March 1935 and commission in August 1935, serving until retirement with Reese Greaves succeeding her. Under her 28 years, the office grew from a third class unit with under $6,000 receipts to a first class office over $100,000, with milestones in 1937 1942 and 1954. Rural delivery expanded to 107.75 miles serving 270 families. Star Route to Seminole adds 90 families. Buckeye Post Office pouch service established.
Washington Post and Newsweek chief executive Philip L. Graham, 48, shot himself at his Fauquier County Virginia farm. He had been briefly hospitalized at Chestnut Lodge and was out with his wife when the tragedy occurred. Kennedy and Johnson offered condolences, calling him a distinguished publisher and lamenting the loss to his community.
Law enforcement seeks 20 year old William E. Bezzell reported missing since Monday night after riding from Tatum to Lovington. Bezzell is described as 6 feet tall, 140 pounds with blond hair and blue eyes, last seen in a white shirt and dark trousers. Anyone with information should contact the sheriff's department.
Edwardo Ortega Deporto, 19, of Lovington, faces reckless driving and license charges after a 1954 Ford ran a Stop sign and struck Campbell Grain Co. on East Ave D. The collision caused about 1000 dollars in building damage and 250 dollars in vehicle damage at 11 14 p m. Deporto received minor injuries and was treated at Layington Lea General Hospital.
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