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Newspaper
Lovington Leader
Location
Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1951
Page
2
Rates list for publication in Lea County and outside areas. Pricing shows one year 104 issues or six months 52 issues at varying prices. single issue costs range from 1.75 to 3.50 dollars.
The piece praises Senator Robert Taft announcing a Republican bid. It argues Taft won re election to the Senate despite union spending, carried labor strongholds in Ohio, and would appeal to labor and general voters as honest, forthright, and capable of defeating opposition. It cautions against isolationism while endorsing Taft as a strong candidate.
The county's future election method remains undecided as Lea County officials and party leaders weigh direct primary versus convention. Republicans fear the first slate since creation, while Democrats risk losing control if the party machine regains influence.
New Mexico will receive 419604 to operate its school lunch program for 1951 52 the U S Department of Agriculture announced The funds are distributed among states territories and the District of Columbia based on children enrolled and per capita income The program reimburses schools for local food purchases and supports nutritional needs of school children
Portales ENMU Baptist Student Union members travel to Albuquerque for a state BSU conference October 19 to 21. ENMU attendees include Tommy Mullins, Don Wiley, and Rudell Sanders, with Gladys Shaw and others from various towns. Principal speaker is Dr. William Hall Preston.
A rambling reminiscence recalls Lovington businessmen led by Ernest Simmons and H C Pannell on a deer hunting expedition. The tale describes early rising, lack of baths, and a dog bite incident, ending with a humorous exchange about appetite and mischief.
A reader remarks on a deer widows group and their cooking with ashes and potatoes followed by jokes told in a community paper. The note hints at social dynamics and humor during a week in the woods and mentions ladies readers of the Leader.
A visiting man visits his old friend Zeke and an old, gentle dog. The story’s setup ends as the man begins up the walk, shared for friends at the Tatum Rotary Club.
The writer urges women to share post suffrage experiences over 30 years. She lampoons cost rises from new political power, cites shortages, rationing, taxes, high bread and beer prices, and questions why promises of improvement did not materialize. She invites candid grievances about politicians and attire.
Mr and Mrs Frank Gray hosted a Canasta party Thursday at 7 30 with Halloween decor and gum drops. Guests included Mr and Mrs Jack Sudderth Mr and Mrs Charlie Tarry Mr and Mrs David Speed. The winners were Mr and Mrs Tarry.
October filings show numerous licenses with pairs of spouses from Texas and New Mexico towns including Snyder Hobbs Lubbock Odessa Abilene Andrews Lovington and Dallas. Notable dates include October 8 through October 20 with ages ranging from 10 to 57. Local residents such as Choleynn Lavender Ruthie Gilmore Mary Louise Donahoe and many others appear in the record.
Notice to Addie L. Williams and all heirs of James L. Williams Deceased of a hearing on the executrix Final Account and Report. The Lea County Probate Court will hear objections and determine heirship and distribution on December 17 1951 at 10 A M. Attorney for Executrix is L George Schubert Hobbs New Mexico.
The Lea County Humane Society will launch a fundraising drive in coming weeks to support a new animal shelter in Hobbs. Membership in the society costs $1.00.
Mr and Mrs Howard Clay left Friday for a month long tour of the southeastern states. They plan to be away for about four weeks.
Public notices announce Nyme yer and Spence of Lovington seeking a water permit from the State Engineer to feed irrigation on 634.5 acres in Section 33 and 34, Lea County, with a combined cap of 999.7 acre feet annually. Also listed is a pending civil case 9604 in Lea County District Court involving D A Hudgens to establish fee simple title to 219.72 acres in Section 29 and related foreclosure and default proceedings against unknown heirs and claimants, with appearance due by November 29, 1951.
The Lovington Municipal Board of Education will receive sealed bids on Tuesday November 13 1951 at 730 PM for the sale of the teacherage building in District 1 A Prairieview District 24. Cash only. winner must remove by December 1 1951. Right to reject all bids reserved. Signed J L Yarbrow President Attest Hobdy Gann Clerk October 23 30 November 6 13 1951.
In Lea County Probate Court the last will and testament of Tillie Lewis, deceased, case number 1122, is being reviewed. The proceedings concern the disposition of estate assets and appointment of executors per probate law.
W T Zuber of Morton Texas seeks a permit to drill an 18 inch diameter well to 100 feet in Section 13 Township 16 South Range 35 East for irrigation of 160 acres and 480 acre feet per year. Protest by Mexico or the United States may be filed within ten days after last publication. If unprotested, State Engineer will act on about November 10 1964.
Notice declares a will filed with Lea County Probate Court Lovington New Mexico and sets a probate hearing for November 24 1951 at 10 00 AM in the Probate Court Office for proving the will admitting it to probate and appointing executors. The notice names beneficiaries and is signed by Eva Tatum Clerk of the Probate Court.
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