National defense and Roswell weather outlook in July
The piece contrasts national defense views in Washington with overall agreement on defense needs. It notes Roswell July weather, including multiple 100s, high heat, variable wind, and rainfall below normal, while urging a thorough investigation into Springer Industrial School conditions and discussing conscription proposals to expand the Army from ages 21 to 31.
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National Defense
Roswell
United States
Adolf ‘Hitler
Albuquerque Journal
July precipitation records cited from historic data
The note recalls weather records dating back to 1878 with July precipitation ranging from a low of 0.13 inches in 1954 to a high of 6.53 inches in 1898, and mentions persistent cloudy conditions.
Sidelights on the News by Will Robinson
A column notes county chairmen quitting department posts, Dwyre’s unchanged rulings on political participation, and the 20 percent deduction policy. Lincoln county primaries date Sept 14 with two sheriff candidates and a school superintendent candidate, while Democrats show slow start. It also discusses voluntary party contributions, civil service hopes, Springer bonds refinancing at par, and Portales Flying Club pricing and editor Kirby’s involvement.
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Dwyre
Lincoln G. O. P
Lincoln County
Allie Stover
Pecos Bowlin
Nelle Day
Tax Burden Compared Across Nations Amid War Costs
The text notes high tax burdens in England with 46 percent of income and 21 percent for New Mexicans, cites a married English earner of $1,000 paying $63.35 yearly, and mentions Americans earning under $2,000 being tax exempt. It cautions that the tax schedule is complex, delaying clear comparisons, and suggests tax payments will rise in the near future.
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England
Lumber Industry in New Mexico Faces CIO Stranglehold
The piece argues the New Mexico lumber industry is being strangled by CIO influence. It cites Alamogordo mill owner Louis Carr claiming his mills cannot operate at a loss, contrasting with national government support. The writer criticizes local and national labor setups as failing to address real problems and notes apparent inconsistencies.
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Roswell
Act of Congress
Associated Press
New Mexico Newspaper Association
Merchants Credit Association
New Mexico
CIO
Alamogordo
Louis Carr
Carr
Can Still Contribute Burton G. Dwyre
Burton G. Dwyre remains eligible to contribute to the state campaign fund as officials clarify donation rules and limits for upcoming elections. The guidance outlines permissible amounts and reporting requirements for contributors in the current filing period.
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Burton G. Dwyre
Increase Not Rural Population Shift in New Mexico
The New Mexico population reaches 525,000, up over 20 percent in ten years with most growth in cities and rural decline. Redistricting to add a congressman likely not before 1944, tied to delayed statewide reapportionment to current bases. Counties will consolidate long after, as Pecos freezes from Cowles to Anthony first.
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New Mexico
Pecos
Cowles
Anthony
Hammer of Jeremiah Sermon Inspires Diligence
Two young men attend a colored meeting where a grey haired brother prays with zeal and invokes the hammer of Jeremiah. They search scriptures and learn that Gods Word can break the stubborn heart, urging faithful use of the hammer of Gods word.
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Jeremiah
Las Vegas Cowboy Reunion Aug 2 4 Draws Big Lineup
The Las Vegas Cowboys Reunion runs August 2 to 4 in Meadow City with a large rodeo lineup. Governor Miles leads a two mile parade on Friday, with Pinky Gist the rodeo clown and Johnnie Mullins guiding events. More than 150 entries, skilled spurting acts, bucking horses, calf roping, steer riding, and wild horse racing promise a high energy three day western pageant.
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Las Vegas Cowboys
Meadow City
Southwest
John E. Miles
New Mexico
Leonard Hoskins Post
American Legion
Pinky Gist
Gist
Miles
Legion
Liberal
Johnnie Mullins
el Paso
Madison Square Garden
New York City
Calgary
Canada
Pendleton
Oregon
Las Vegas Show
Mullins
School Bus Insurance Bids Sought by Chaves County Board
Chaves County Board of Education invites bids for liability insurance of school buses for the 1940-1941 year. Bids due by 9 00 a m August 12 at the County School Superintendent's office Roswell New Mexico. Secretary R M Cookson posted July 26 and 26 1940.
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Chaves County
Chavés
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Belgium
James B. McGhee
Industria
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McGhee
Board of Control
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Will Robinson
Ben Luchini
Portales Flying Club
Eastern New Mexico College
Doc” Kirby
The
Portales Tribune
Kirby
Las Vegas
Allstate
Sears
Sears Tires
Sears, Roebuck
W. Third ST
Roswell, N. M
Yucca Drug Store
N. Main St
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