Free nations vs dictatorship warned in period editorial
The piece argues dictatorships erase freedom by dismantling independent groups like lodges and Rotary clubs, cites Japan Germany Italy and France, denounces fifth column tactics and unsigned anti minority pamphlets, and urges reporting suspicious activity to authorities. It urges strong democratic defense and frames press freedom as essential. It also notes a New Mexico highway project linking Carlsbad Caverns to Taos and cites tourism draw.
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Germany
Italy
Japan
Hitler
France
National Parks and Scenic Areas
Arthur Seligman
Carlsbad Caverns
Roswell
Vaughn
Santa Rosa
Taos
Chama
Carlsbad
New Mexico
Albuquerque Journal
Fifth Column Propaganda Literature Sparks Editorial Call
The Veterans of Foreign Wars urges newspapers to publish editorials on safeguarding democracy. The Record prints the suggested pieces and asks readers what actions the public can take against circulating Fifth Column propaganda literature.
Paisano meetings draw crowds across West Texas and NM
Great Day For Paisanos reports thousands gathered at the Paisano encampment in the Davis mountains drawing praise for George Truett and religious awakening. The piece urges church attendance and notes the need for a robust publication law to inform citizens how money is spent, highlighting Milton H. Smith and local press stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis Mountains
West
Texas
New Mexico
Sacramento
Lincoln County
George Truett
Truett
Davis Mountain
Little Old Hope Press
Milton H. Smith
August 2 Daily Go Crossword Puzzle Clues
A compact listing of across and down crossword clues from the August 2 daily page. Includes entries such as Parrots ferry boats motto Hebrew prophet pocketbook and many more across and down prompts with numbered positions and reference to yesterday's answer. Names and terms include Greek letters, Norse gods, river names, and various common words.
New Mexico Attractions Amid Civic Celebrations and Notable Events
New Mexico’s week ahead features the inter-tribal Indian celebration opening in Gallup, the Santa Fe Lions flower show gaining prominence, and the New Mexico Press Association pow wow at Clovis. The piece cites rising Caverns travel, Colmar’s tiny public library, Elks events in Santa Fe, and political notes on Fred Wilson and Montoya, with local notices including probate hearings in Roswell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallup
New Mexico
Call for bids on police radio equipment in Roswell Chaves
The City of Roswell and Chaves County invite sealed bids for police radio equipment. Bids close 3:00 PM August 26, 1940, at the City Clerk’s office. Forms are available from the City Clerk. County and city reserve right to reject all bids.
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SUST
State OF
New Mexico
G. H. Winters
Sam Lucero
Epimenio Lucero
Santiago Lucero
Enfrisia Fresquez
Mariana Juarez
Cornallio Lucero
Elardio Lucero
Arabella Lucero
District Court
Fifth Judicial District
State of New Mexico
Chaves County
Margarita Gallegos
Roswell
Chaves
South Roswell
G. T. Watts
White Building
Marcielle A. Puckett
Judith
Dick van Mathas
Long Island
de Franc
Paris
Dudley
Michael
Tex
Sonia
U. S
J. E. Rose
Roberta Rose
J. J. E. Rose
Robert A. Rose
V. E. Rose
A. M
O. E. Little
County of
City of
Do Your Shooting in a Wild West Novel
By Walt Disney this fragment hints at a western tale blending action and libation imagery, suggesting a playful frontier atmosphere and a possible scene where firearms and drink intersect in a stylized vignette. The text remains fragmentary with no clear publication context or characters.
Coronado Tavern Serves Glasses for Appetizers and Hearty Lunches
The Coronado Tavern markets itself with a quirky line about appetizers served in glasses while promising substantial plate lunches. Slogan emphasizes casual dining and a value friendly menu aimed at diners seeking quick, complete meals.
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United States
Louisville Courier-Journal and Times
America
Findland
Holland
Belgium
Latvia
Norway
Denmark
Esthenia
Lithuania
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Smith
Will Robinson
Guido
House God High Priest
Israel
Bounder
Bird of Prey
Beehives
Thrashes
Notion
English River
Ibe
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Santa Fe Lions Club
New Mexico Press Association
Clovis
Pecos Valley
Fred Wilson
Congress
Wilson
Dover Phillips
Max Montoya
Montoya
Messrs
Kennedy
Coe
Anderson
Patton
Riker
Colmar
N. M
Wagon Mound
Springer
Santa Fe
Red River
Tom Holden
South End
Homer Wilder
Lakewood
Vale of the
Pecos
Wilder
Sacramento Mountains
Tom Waller
Wallace Holt
Arkansas
Hot Springs
Lodge of
Elks
Bill
DeVargas
Stee
Michael Dudley
Hugh Lanning
de France
Hugh
Tuileries Gardens
Michael’s Hotel
New York
American Express
Michael’s
Vera Brown
King Features Syndicate
Ing
INO
W. E. Rose
Thos. J. Hall
Henry Chewning
Adv
Nald Duck
Moseley’s
East Second Street
Walt Disney
Coronado
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