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Newspaper
Lovington Leader
Location
Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1952
Page
2
An editorial urges stricter handling of juvenile crime in Hobbs and Lea County calling for restitution by parents and compulsory work to repay damages from vandalism and theft. It also notes local social updates including Dennis Cooper hosting dinner and Mrs. Ray Ross's illness.
The article portrays Senatorial hopeful Clint Anderson as overreaching in his bid to supplant Barkley and even aim for the presidency. It notes a bill on peanut growers facing Truman’s signature, portales area farmers favoring oils over edible uses, and a split local GOP scene with Sheriff race chatter and support for Kelly in Hobbs.
The VA warns WWII veterans to protect their interests when selling property with the GI loan. Buyers should pay cash or secure their own loan to avoid the veteran’s ongoing liability. If foreclosure occurs, any shortfall after loan payoff may be charged to the veteran, even if foreclosure notices occur without the veteran’s direct notice.
In the Probate Court of Lea County New Mexico notice to interested parties arises from the estate of William D. Mon Teith deceased case No 1069. A hearing on the final account and report will address the estate and related matters. The document cites no other specific actions beyond the hearing notice.
Health questions note medical costs high but offset by insurance. Antibiotics such as penicillin cure many infections. A probate notice in Lea County New Mexico schedules final account hearing for William D. Monteith estate with executor Henry L Monteith. hearing May 5 1952 at 10:00 A M in Lovington court.
Senator Robert A Taft argues for strong sea and air dominance to deter Communist expansion while protecting America. He warns against large continental land armies and favors aiding island nations and allies, with strategic use of economic and military power to balance global influence.
24 year old Bent, born 1927, is a dangerous armed fugitive with multiple scars and a history of escape. He faces charges for armed robbery and attempted murder in California Ohio and Wyoming. FBI seeks help locating him and lists contacts in Washington DC and local field offices.
Legal notice warns all persons not to hunt on described lands in Lea County New Mexico under N M statutes 43 405 with criminal prosecution stated Owner Allen M Drinkard Eunice New Mexico and translations in Spanish outline same prohibition and jurisdiction dated 4 1952
Notice announces Charles I Waller of Lubbock Texas applying to the New Mexico State Engineer for a 360 acre foot per year water permit from the Lea County Underground Basin to irrigate 120 acres. Protest deadlines and required affidavits are stated. The text also records a later meeting with officers named and remarks on a supper and future pins. Be sure to register so you can vote.
The V. F. W. auxiliary ladies held a covered dish supper at 7:30 pm with sandwiches potato salad baked beans cakes and coffee on the menu They scheduled a banquet for about 350 Phillips employees and families on the 28th and will cook for the Junior Senior banquet on April 24th.
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