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Newspaper
Lovington Leader
Location
Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1951
Page
2
Agnea Kastner head publisher announces the official Lea County Publishing Company paper established in 1909. The sheet is published twice weekly from Loving, New Mexico with various Lea County and outside Lea County subscription rates listed and no further details.
An auditor from Hobbs, Roy Davis, will conduct a continuing audit of the New Mexico State Treasurer office. Davis will be paid 500 dollars monthly with part of the pay routed to the State Comptroller, under an approved Board of Finance plan. Davis is a former Lea County Commissioner and pastor noted for past office equipment sales without bids.
The State FFA Convention in Albuquerque on August 6 and 7 drew delegates from all New Mexico FFA chapters. Gail and Gene Woodard earned the state farmers degree, placing them in the top 2 percent of members, with Gail also named an outstanding member in farm mechanics and receiving 100 dollars. Jimmy Rice and Charles Clayton represented the Lovington Chapter as delegates from among more than 50 chapters and 1700 members statewide.
The Northside Circle of the WMU met at Mrs. Marion Shields home at 2 p.m. to study First Samuel. Attendees included Mrs. C. C. Peterson, Estella Lee, Allen Grisham, Sam Gober, C. W. Musick, and A. O. Denman. Cookies and cold drinks were served.
The Amerada Petroleum Corporation hosted a Saturday evening picnic at Easley’s Lakes. All employees and their families were invited and Mrs. Paul Jefferies led the evening’s entertainment.
Rev. Chester Watt and wife conduct a two weeks revival at the Baptist Church in Wienert Texas. Rev. Otis Edwards of Lea County Baptist Missionary led Sunday services in the minister’s absence. Rev. J F Nix a retired pastor will lead services Sunday August 19. Nix formerly led the Baptist church in Clovis.
A simple starter combines cottage cheese seasoned with Worcestershire and chili sauce or onion juice in dried beef. Secure each roll with toothpicks for easy serving.
State Police Chief Joe Roach orders patrolmen to rotate wreckers and ambulance calls to avoid favoritism and to visit license holders in their areas on a regular basis.
State Purchasing Agent G. T. McWhirter says 18 000 pounds of steel have been bought to manufacture license plates for the rest of the year. Paper tags may be replaced by metal once available, with bids called for 260 000 paper tags to cover next year.
Morgantown West Virginia UPI reports that farmers can grow Christmas trees as a new income source. WVU foresters note most soils suit the crop except the driest and poorest, with elevation and moisture key. Balsam fir Douglas fir red spruce and Norway spruce fit moist soils while Scotch pine red pine white pine and eastern red cedar suit dry soils. High elevations favor balsam fir red spruce and red pine.
A roadside sign in Russell Massachusetts urges motorists to “Keep the Berkshires green” and to use their ash tray, reflecting a local environmental reminder on the highway.
Miss La Vonna Cloud was honored on her 14th birthday with a surprise party at Easleys Lake on Tuesday August 7. Hosts were Miss Shirley Short and Miss Linda Wilder. Attendees included Amber Sumner Frances Hester Linda Wilder Shirley Short John Cloud James Sumruld Harold Niccum Marshall Griffin Shorty Short and Dave Lee.
Mrs Katherine Davis of San Bernardino California is visiting in the home of Mr Thomas Crow and Mrs Crow.
The letter accuses Beecher Martin of leading Dollar Day on Aug. 3 while praising Duane Swafford for merely taking credit. It notes merchants were unevenly contacted, the Lovington Chamber of Commerce struggled, and city election intrigue looms as residents speculate on mayoral candidates.
A lively scene unfolds as grandma enjoys the outing while grandpa Hamblin and grandpa Hirshfeld attract attention with playful, carsafe ribbing. Family members worry about a motorcycle ride for the grandson if parents don’t supervise.
Attorney Morton Rutherford who was fined twenty five dollars for contempt of court during the Neal murder trial contemplates a senate run in Eddy County should Senator Milton Smith decide not to seek reelection. Smith has served Eddy and Lea Counties for two terms. This term Senators will serve a single county. New yellow brake and light inspection stickers have been mailed to inspection stations and are due on cars September first. They expire December thirty first.
Wagon Wheel Square Dance Club members will hold practice at the Bull Barn on Tuesday August 14 at 8 p.m. All members are urged to attend.
Ed J. Neer age 83, grandfather of Mrs John Campbell, is ill at his Portales home after a fall weakened him for nearly a month. Mr and Mrs Campbell and their child left Friday to visit him and expect to return to Lovington by weekend as his condition remains uncertain.
Bill Shelton spoke to the Rotary Club at their noon meeting at the Methodist Church. About 40 people attended the 20 minute talk focusing on the oil industry with emphasis in Lea County.
Maverick Dance Club members gathered Saturday night August 11 at the Bull Barn. Hosts were Mr and Mrs Cliff Key, Mr and Mrs Buddy Medlin, and Mr and Mrs Barney McMahan.
Mr and Mrs James Carr and children of Philip South Dakota visit the home of Mr and Mrs L F Carr due to the illness of their uncle Ed Carr. Ed Carr is recovering from an operation performed in a Lubbock hospital.
Mr and Mrs Jack Turnipseed left Friday for a vacation in Lubbock Texas. This short local notice records a couple’s travel plans with no stated destinations or dates beyond the departure day.
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Carney left Sunday for a week's vacation. Cpl. Bob Holloway, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Holloway of Cap rock, has recently been transferred to Ft. Lewis, Washington. Former residents Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Hadlerton are in Lovington visiting friends and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Travis Payne have as their guest little Joe Ann Lambert of Jal.
Probate court in Lea County New Mexico publishes notice regarding the estate of T O Reed. The filing relates to probate actions and a deadline for claims or appearances as required by law. Interested parties should review official court documents for details and dates.
Mary Reed as administratrix of T O Reed deceased has filed final accounting. On September 20 1951 at 10:00 A M in Lovington Lea County Probate Court a hearing will determine objections, heirship, and distribution. Heidel Swarthout of Lovington represents the administratrix. EVA TATUM, Clerk. (SEAL) Published August 7 14 21 28, 1951.
Multiple notices announce pending civil actions in Lea County district court. Plaintiffs seek quiet title on oil, gas and mineral interests in Lots 1 and 2 and E NW 3 of Section 31, with 157.38 acres, and accuse unknown heirs and claimants. Also includes ancillary administration appointment notices and a mortgage foreclosure sale notice for Lot 12, Block 8, College Addition, Lovington.
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