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Newspaper

Lovington Leader

Location

Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1956

Page

6

Shirey Couple Announce Daughter Jeanette Jeanette LePour

Mr and Mrs C C Shirey announce the birth and forthcoming marriage of their daughter Jeanette David LePour of Hobbs The bride to be is a Lovington high school graduate and the groom a Portales high school ’53 graduate connected with AMARADA Petroleum company.

Adn C. C. Shirey Avenue Jeanette David LePour Hobbs Sie Miss Shirey Lovington High School LePour Portales High School Amarada Petroleum Company Rothal Jeanette Shirey C. O. Shirey Lovington David LePour

Montoya launches drive to tie highway to legislature

Lieutenant Governor Joseph Montoya proposes a new interim legislative committee to study road conditions and the Highway Commission. He cites resentment over the commission’s independence and aims to improve secondary roads into mining oil areas and farming regions. A May 25 legislative council meeting is planned to start the probe.

Montoya Cornish United Joseph Montoya Independent Status Highway Commission Oya Ontoya Legislative Council Highway Commission

Television in court sessions questioned by judge

In South Bend Indiana Superior Court Judge F Kenneth Dempsey questioned a proposal to televise court sessions noting the potential cost burden on taxpayers and joking about makeup expenses. The remark highlighted concerns over publicity and funding for televised proceedings.

South Bend Ind Superior Court F. Kenneth Dempsey Dempsey

Maljamar News Highlights Local Graduates and Community Events

Maljamar high school graduates Peggy Vowell Don Mason and Jimmie Vinson. Road-co attendees included Mrs Ott Vowell and Mrs Lydia Mason. Don Mason won first place and advances to Los Alamos. Community notices include a Loving ton Easter Star initiation for Lydia Mason and visits from families from Artesia Loco Hills Odessa Denver City Hobbs and Albuquerque. Nancy Wilson celebrated fifth birthday with neighbors and relatives.

Norman Monroe Frank Dwight Bill Morgan National Guard Artesia Kenneth Shields Garel Werto Loco Hills Jim Andrews Odessa Texas Ralph Trice Denver City Lydia Mason Lovington Order of Easter Star Mallamer Pryan Rogers Gene Rogers Mallamar

International student enrollment at UT rises in 1955 Fall term

The University of Texas reported 511 students from outside the United States enrolled in the 1955-56 first semester, up from 479 in 1954-55. The note contrasts international enrollment between periods, highlighting growth in higher education diversity.

The University of Texas United States

Atom Sub Makes First Appearance In New York Civ

The atomic powered submarine Nautilus arrived in New York City after a rapid run from Groton Connecticut. Journalists aboard praised its comfort and noted its atomic energy powers lighting cooking and entertainment aboard. The vessel has logged 37000 miles without refueling and shows no plan for extra fuel use.

Atom Sub New York New York City Groton Connecticut Atom

Five Rabbis To Visit in Russia

The Soviet Union approved visas for five officials from the Rabbinical Council of America to travel to Moscow and other Russian cities. This marks the first official American rabbi delegation to visit behind the Iron Curtain. Rabbi David Hollander, council president, noted the visas were sought in July 1955 to foster Jewish community ties between the United States and Russia.

New York Soviet Union Russia Rabbinican Council of America Washington Moscow David Hollander United States

Final account hearing in Barnes estate Lea County NM

Jesse F. Barnes administrator will hear the final report in the Bertram B Barnes estate on Monday June 24 1956 at 10 00 A M in the Probate Judge office Lovington New Mexico. Objections to the final account may be entered at the hearing. The court will determine heirship and distribution interests.

Lea County New Mexico Bertram B. Barnes State OF Nellie Barnes Elmer Lee Barnes Decedent Jesse F. Barnes Lovington

Urges Service Pay Increases for Air Force

Assistant Air Secretary David Smith urged Congress to raise pay and benefits to retain Air Force experts and young officers after their first tour. He cited civilian-competitive pay, housing, dependent medical care, recreational facilities, and family-support stores as key inducements amid the Armed Forces Day address. The piece notes the New Jersey Turnpike as the busiest highway.

Travis Air Force Base Cal David Smith Congress Air Force Smith

Bond Forfeiture Follows Slayer Allen White Disappearance

United Press reports in Albuquerque that convicted wife slayer Allen White failed to appear for punishment and his $10,000 bond was forfeited. A bench warrant was issued by District Judge John B. McManus as search efforts continue. The case stems from White’s conviction and failed appeal regarding the murder of his wife at an Albuquerque motel.

United Press Allen White White Santa Fe Albuquerque John B. McManus Bng Aimee Bono White Supreme Court

British Communist Party appoints new secretary and chair

The British Communist Party announces John Gollan as secretary replacing Harry Pollitt, who becomes chairman due to ill health. Observers say the move reflects Pollitt’s difficulty with Russia’s reversal on Stalin and his long-standing stance.

United Press British Communist Party Russia Stalin John Gollan Harry Pollitt Pollitt

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