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Newspaper

Lovington Leader

Location

Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1956

Page

3

Lovington Daily Leader Publication Details

Lovington Daily Leader announces subscription rates for Lea County mail and outside Lea County delivery. The paper is published by Lea County Publishing Co in Lovington New Mexico with Sunday and weekday editions. Rates include one year by mail six dollars inside Lea County seven dollars outside. carrier delivery twenty cents per week in Lovington and Hobbs.

Lovington New Mexico LEA County Publishing CO Lea County Lovington and Hobbs

Lovington Schools Near End of Notable Year

The Lovington school year closes with praise for a successful and enjoyable period. The district plans two new buildings to further enrich the plant, aiming to remain the finest school facility in New Mexico and a strong community asset.

Lovington Southwest New Mexico

The American Way Competing With the Russians

Opinion by Ralph Courtney argues the Cold War shows Russia shaping the United States through political strings. It contends private capitalism could work better via unpolitical trade and a freer flow of goods and money, reducing socialist influence worldwide.

Ralph Courtney United States Kremlin Russia

Rankin Texas Democrats Cite Light Poetry Amid Bills

Editor notes aside, the Rankin Texas Democratic editor quotes a playful verse about wanting rest from bills and work. The light poem contrasts daily burdens with simple pleasures like shade, sea, and sun.

Rankin Texas Dem

International Paper plans 57 million newsprint plant in Arkansas

The International Paper Company announces plans to erect a newsprint plant in Arkansas. The project requires a 57 million dollar investment and targets annual production of 130000 tons of newsprint and 165000 tons of bleached kraft board.

Who's Who in America Publishes Eisenhower Sketch

The twenty ninth edition includes a brief life sketch of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The Pineville column notes that as his fame grows his biography seems shorter, suggesting a trend toward simplicity and frankness.

Pineville Dem America Dwight D. Eisenhower Eisenhower

Nixon seen as controversial rival in 1956 race

The Maui News notes Dick Nixon emerges as a controversial figure amid 21 000 write in ballots in New Hampshire as a leading potential running mate for Eisenhower in the upcoming presidential derby.

Wailuka Hawaii Maui News Ind Dick Nixon New Hampshire Eisenhower

Khrushchev says USSR to build intercontinental H bomb missile

United Press reports Khrushchev in Britain declared Russia will quickly field an intercontinental ballistic missile carrying a hydrogen bomb. American officials anticipate a five to ten year path to such a weapon, with no defense against it once deployed.

Communist Party Nikita Khrushchev West Britain Russia United States Pacific Bikini Khrushchev Donald Quarles

Rust Proofing Gutters Goes DIY On A Budget

Homeowners can rust proof and coat galvanized gutters and related metal parts for about ten dollars instead of expensive replacements. A new rust proof coating works over galvanized surfaces without etching and can be applied to aluminum and tempered metals with finishes in red gray green or metallic lasting up to five years.

United Press

Endurance Ride Tricycle Feat Sparks Police Stop

In Chicago a 4 year old named Richard Sievers rode a tricycle for seven miles before police halted him. He was traveling cross country without parental permission. A Los Angeles hospital offers fathers a keepsake of their baby's first yell. Dick McGovney, age 94, has called Mokena's old jail home since 1916 after buying the building that year.

United Press Chicago Richard Sievers Richard Los Angeles Mokena Illinois Dick McGovney

Chamber lauds Lovington Leader support for South Plains progress

A letter from A B Davis, manager of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, praises the Lovington Leader for cooperative coverage. He notes the newspapers' role in civic projects and regional development and encourages continued subscription to stay informed about local progress.

Agnes K Lovington New Mexico Chamber Lubbock South Plains Lubbock Chamber of Commerce A. B. Davis Lubbock Chamber of Cmmerce

Home Decor Steps and Election Odds Highlight Local Tips

A decor guide advises ceiling first then walls and woodwork with careful sequencing. Safety expert L O Hogsett cites 28 000 annual home accident deaths and five tips for child safe measures. The piece notes Sheriff McAdoo Alex Trimble and Windhell Green in a pivotal local election race with bets and potential dramatic events before Tuesday.

University of Illinois L. O. Hogsett Sheriff McAdoo Alex Trimble Windhell Green Mac

Grapevine Coverage Highlights Lea County Campaign

In a slow primary season voters show limited knowledge of candidates beyond sheriff and governor. Clampitt and Blocker loom large in Lea County races with Denson and Sawyer named in local chatter. Clampitt ties to Eunice families and Hobbs schooling, while Blocker campaigns and networks among wardheelers.

Sap Ripley Lea County Clampitt Blocker Eunice Dem Carl Denson Associa Denson Denson Bobie Dessie Sawyer Hobbs Lng

Local Election Reality in Lea County and New Mexico

The Grapevine notes the election will proceed on May 8 amid many candidates and contested rules. It emphasizes that governance and daily life will continue regardless of which candidate wins.

Lea County New Mexico

Grapevine withholds candidate names amid congress race

The Grapevine will not publish candidate names to avoid harming any campaign. Richard Robinson, the state's attorney general, once led in publicity but has vanished from the race. no one in Lea County knows his current campaign status.

Congress Richard Robinson Robinson Lea County

Savisky Surging as Easley Remains Quiet in County Race

Savisky campaigns hard across the county while Easley offers little campaigning. Gipson, upset with a trial outcome, supports Savisky and unions align with his bid. Easley’s support base among Hobbs’s Black community shows division, Gipson claims unfair treatment, and Easley defended his wife at trial. Union backing also ties to Jack Underwood for state senator.

Savisky al Savisky Mack Easley Hobbs Easley Gipson Buddie Gipson Jack Underwood

Senator Jack Danglade Intensifies Campaign Across County

Senator Jack Danglade campaigns aggressively across the county, pledging no letup until after the election. He appears at numerous crowded events but has not attended any ballgames, despite more than 1,000 fans showing up.

Jack Danglade Jack

One Candidate Remains Active in Probate Judge Race

In Lovington the sole active candidate is Mrs. Mildred Jones in the probate judge race. The other two Lovington lawyers plan a rapid closing campaign phase in the final days.

Mildred Jones Lovgington

Dudley Brand Drives Campaign Edge in Hobbs Area

Col Dudley Brand of Hobbs campaigns for treasurer relying on local support after 20 years in Hobbs and a broad network. He is brother to district judge John Brand, a fact not seen as a drawback. Opponent Bea Hessler is active in Lovington and Hobbs, where Hobbs ballots carry more votes.

Col Dudley Brand Hobbs John Brand Bea Hessler Lovington Brand

George Blocker and Max Dominate Eunice Talk

Community chatter from Eunice to the Texas line centers on George Blocker and Max, with locals weighing their roles and influence in ongoing discussions.

Eunice South Texas Line George Blocker Max

County Commissioner Race Focuses on Eunice Contest

In a sparse campaign, Hobby Gann is rumored to be campaigning but may not be active. Three Mitchell Democrats from the south are familiar workers in the party with oil-field connections. Joe Standefer is popular in Eunice with broad local support. Glen, Eunice city clerk, camps actively but faces a need to pick up the pace or risk trailing in the race.

Hobby Gann Eunice Mitchell South End Hobbs Harding Joe Standefer Glen City

Old Ja Avoids Campaign Amid Family Trials

Three figures in a local race may rely on write ins. Mrs Ravenelle Ta run for office while not revealing timing. Old John Love says residents should know he cannot campaign due to family illness. his youngest daughter is in Albuquerque hospital, and his wife Mary remains bedridden from burns.

Ravenelle Mary

District Attorney Pat Hana Eyes Campaign Time Across Counties

Pat Hana insists he has time for campaigning despite police chiefs facing legal jams. He mentions Loving and Artesia officials bound or awaiting prelims for drunk driving and bribe cases, and aims to cover Eddy and Chaves counties, calling it no easy task.

Pat Hana Artesia Chi Eddy Chaves Pat

See You Tuesday In New Mexico Election Watch

Voters in Lea County New Mexico prepare for an upcoming Tuesday election day with campaign activity and polling locations highlighted. Officials urge participation as communities await results.

New Mexic Lea County

Garageman Uses Latin to Repair Italian Motor Bike

Norwich man Ted Moore studied Latin to decode an Italian motor bike instruction book. A customer provided a Latin guide at the shop and Moore used the high school text to interpret each instruction and get the bike running.

Norwich Conn Ted Moore Moor

Corkbark fir highlighted by National Arboriza tion report

The Corkbark fir noted as the softest American tree is found in the deserts of Arizona and New Mexico. The National Arborisation lists its specific gravity at 0.28.

Arizona New Mexico

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