Lovington saloon of politics fades as Clinton Anderson missives fall flat
A Lovington political scene recounts humorous barbs at candidates including Dave Cargo while expectations of a Clinton Anderson visit collapse. The piece notes the use of clever quips by Cliff Payne and others, the impact of press and phone interruptions, and a skeptical view of high profile campaign stunts.
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Dave Cargo
Boston
Cliff Payne
Pearl’s
Johnny Walker
Cliff
Johnny
Gene
Leader
Clinton P. Anderson
Lovington
Portales
Eastside
Clint
Pow Wow Training Set for October 15 at Yucca High
The 3rd annual Cult Leaders Pow Wow of the Conquistador Council will be held Saturday, October 15, at Yucca Junior High School in Roswell. R. C. Cooper, Pow Wow chairman, invites Cub Scout leaders and parents to learn pack administration, ceremonies, games, handicraft, and Blue and Gold Banquet planning. Attendees can join Midway games and view pack displays. The event begins with preparations and continues as a training experience for Cub Scout leaders.
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The
Conquistador Council
Yucca Junior High School
Roswell
R. C
Dick’’ Cooper
U.S. Government Savings Bonds Under Review
A UPI analysis argues that U.S. government savings bonds face inflation risk. With current rates at 4.15 percent, higher rates could erode purchasing power if held to maturity, even as payroll plans encourage regular saving.
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Lyle Wilson
United Press International
U.S
State highway stall prompts officials and governor claims
Santa Fe reports no explanation from the Bureau of Public Economy about a stalled project. Governor Jack Campbell says he has told the President and noted the cancellation of the September bid.
Lain Vowell Wins First in FG Garden Contest
J Paul Kemp announced 4-H member Lain Vowell of Mallamar won first in the Sears Roebuck Foundation Garden Contest. Her garden was judged best in Lea County from about 60 gardens. Penn of Hobbs 4-H took second, Don and Dave Slate of Eunice 4-H third and fourth, Carl Weaver of Lovington Western 4-H fifth.
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J. Paul Kemp
Lain Vowell
Mallamar
Sears-Roebuck
Weather prep notes show 1908 precipitation total
Weather notes report precipitation for 1908 stands at 15.18 inches.
Buckeye Buzzard Seeks Bride Near Buckeye New Mexico
Letter from Qatchler a 49 year old country gentleman in Buckeye New Mexico seeks a wife of modest means with cooking sewing washing and other household skills. He claims health wealth and a well kept farm with cattle hay and grain and asks for responses from interested women.
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Helen
Qatchler
Buckeye
New Mexico
USA
Farm Bureau Talent Contest Set At Lovington Meeting
Lea County Farm Bureau plans an amateur talent contest during its annual meeting and supper at Lovington High School cafeteria. Members only for the meeting, talent contest open to members up to age 30. Ben McAlister to speak, two contest divisions, entry deadline today at 5 p.m. Winners earn an expense paid trip to Las Cruces on November 2023. Rehearsal Friday at 4 15 p.m. at the high school.
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Lea County Farm Bureau
Lovington High School
Farm Bureau
Bureau
Ben McAlister
New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau
Portales
En- Bunch
Farm Bureau Office
Pearce
Dules
Las Cruces
New Mexico State University
Democrats Rally in Lovington for Lea County Campaign
Democrats from Washington to Lea County held a three hour campaign in Lovington focusing on Viet Nam and inflation as national concerns. Congressman Johnny Walker and gubernatorial candidate Gene Lusk spoke while Sen Clinton Anderson did not attend.
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Washington
Lea County
Lovington
Clinton P. Anderson
New Mexico
Johnny Walker
Gene Lusk
Rep. Walker
Wasiting
Rep. Walk
Alleged Vote Fixing Will Be Investigated
A quoted fragment notes a claim of vote fixing and an unnamed staff member denying involvement. The text references an investigation with emphasis on the plausibility and credibility of the accused and those commenting. The content is fragmented and lacks clear names, dates, or formal actions.
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First Church
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New Business
9Th Street
Avenue D
June Development Corp
Ernest Phillips
A. T. Bintz
LaGrayce Beauty Show
South Main
Bintz
U.S. Govt
Ernestine Evans
Statehouse
Louise
Harold Runnels
Harold
Tauenen Io Savtaoten Ontrika
Buckeye Buzzard
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