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Newspaper

Lovington Leader

Location

Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1956

Page

8

Sheriff Badge Scandal Tangles Eunice Campaign Tours

In Hobbs area gossip swirls around electioneering and a found sheriff badge near Lovington Highway. Eunice candidates including Eunice chief Alex Trimble are accused of bribery attempts as multiple contenders file for office by the March 29 deadline. Governor Simms faces Democratic opposition while Sen. El Chavez threatens primary clashes. Large trees at Head farm in Hobbs offer free timber by calling after 5 pm or Sunday.

Lester's Lovington Highway Seminole Jewell McAdoo Alex Trimble Eunice Hobbs

Hat Trouble at Easter Service

Mrs Jones laments an Easter hat crisis and fears standing out in church. Her husband reassures her, urging focus on heart over headgear as they consider worship. A playful exchange centers on modesty and faith.

Mrs. Jones Min Jone

McCracken Visits Lovington TIOOF Lodge Meeting

M. O. McCracken made his official visit to the Lovington TIOOF Lodge on March 21. L. C. Green past Grand presided in the absence of Noble Grand Thomas. Refreshments were served to 12 members. The lodge meets each Tuesday at 7:30 at the hall.

M. O. McCracken Lovington Tioof Lodge L. C. Greenpast Grand Noble Grand Thomas

Ruth Zimmerman Visits Lubbock on Wednesday

Miss Ruth Zimmerman was a visitor in Lubbock on Wednesday, staying briefly and making calls in the city.

Ruth Zimmerman Lubbock

WSCS Completes Study on Five Spiritual Classics

The Woman's Society of Christian Service met March 26 to finish its study of the Five Spiritual Classics. Attendees planned attendance at the Lovington district conference on April 6 and voted to buy copies for the church library.

Womans Society of Christan Service P. H. Gamble Lovington Malcolm Wright Christ Ed Hamilton Wright N. A. Holcom Thomas _ Kelly C. E. Alexander Holcomb Thomas Gregory Lola Robason A. E. Mize

Doris Connor Joins Beta Sigma ESA Chapter

Beta Sigma Chapter of ESA met Tuesday night, March 27, for dinner and social. Doris Connor transferred to the chapter. Members attending included Inez Dykstra, Rosalie Wilhoit, Pat Kizer, Beverly Mahoney, Ray Ann Allen, and others. Next meeting is April 10 at Mrs. O. R. Cook Jr.’s home, 213 West Jackson.

Beta Sigma Chapter Epsicon Sigma Alpha Doris Connor Beta Sigma ESA Inez Dykstra Rosalie Wilhoit Pat Kizer Beverly Mahoney Ray Ann Allen Jean Setser Mesdames Jim Bell Leo Buck Clyde Carson, Jr Frank Parson Collin Chambers Judie Wiest F. Cook Dorman Charles Oatman J. B. Floyd Bil Martin Henry Weiser Jim Badgett O. R. Cook, Jr West Jackson

Episcopal Instruction Classes Begin April 2 in Lovington

The Loving ton Episcopal Church offers a series of inquiry and instruction classes on Episcopal faith led by Reverend John B. Haverland. Classes meet Mondays at 7:00 p m during April and May in the reception room of Dr J D Snider 121 South 2nd Street Lovington New Mexico. Visitors and all interested people are welcome.

Episcopal John B. Haverland Lovington Episcopal Church Episcopal Church J. D. Snider South 2Nd Street Lovington New Mexico

Lady Golfers Luncheon Set For April 3 At Club House

Members of the Ladies Golf Association are invited to a luncheon at noon on April 3 at the Club House. Bridge will follow. Regular business meeting will be held on April 3 at the Pro House. Reservations should be made before Monday by calling the Pro House or Mrs. Randy Ballard.

Ladies Golf Association Club Bridge Pro House Randy Ballard

Trotz Freshman Returns Home for Holidays

Don Trotz, a University of Colorado freshman, arrived home Saturday to spend the holidays and plans to return on April 2. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Trotz. The University of Illinois airport is larger in area than Chicago’s Midway Airport.

Don Trotz University of Colorado Harry Trotz University of Illinois Chicago Midway Airport

Taxpayers Meet in Santa Fe For Federal Finances Film

The New Mexico Taxpayers Association will hold its annual meeting in Santa Fe on April 4 to review federal tax and spending issues from 1956. A color film strip, Clinic On Federal Finances, prepared by the Tax Foundation, will be shown during the highlight discussion.

New Mexico Taxpayers Association Santa Fe The Tax Foundation

Peranol claims fast relief for stomach ulcers and acidity

An ad touts Peranol as a fast acting remedy for ulcer pain heartburn and hyperacidity. It promises long lasting relief or money back and lists City Drug Store as the sole local seller at $2.50.

Taxpayers Association Calls for Finance Film Showing

Albert K. Nohl, director, notes debate over Federal tax cuts this year and promotes a film to illuminate Federal finances. The meeting is open to the public with luncheon and meeting space for 300, so reservations are urged.

Albert K. Nohl The Taxpayers Association Accomo

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Future Homemakers of America Leon Rice Allen Grisham John Jordan J. E. Prickard Jim Woodward Jerry Painter J. M. Williams A. O. Vowell F. E. Thompson R. M. Burkhart E. D. Plummer E. L. Walker A J. Bow FHA Bonnie Kneeland Bertie Fulton Bernadine Abrames Gene Kennedy Pat Homer Linda Padgett Daye Pitt Gann Kathryn Sandard Barbara Sadie Jim Allen Martha Griffin Sadie Perkins Gladys Wiley Barbara Baker Glenda Hudgens Linda Haggerton Karen Neyland Mildred King Nia Broadmoor Windhell McAdoo Johnnie John Simms Ingram Pickett Simms Avon el Chavez Alumni Association Lea County Texas Theran Church West Avenue Liano, Berry N. Fowler Hobbs IOOF WSCS New Beta Sigma Seminole By-Pass V. R Buddy” Brice South Selman Hobbs, New Mexico Lady Golfers Taxpayers Wi I.ee Best Lester's Restaurant James R. Raines Lester’s Restaurant R. C. Wilson West Berry Featuring Fountain Service Lester Hughes
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