Diplomacy and ballots mix in Roswell editorial
The Roswell Daily Record comments on diplomacy as indirect and political, then pivots to a Democrat primary in Chaves county with a note that many ballots may be scratched. It contrasts voting urges with the reality that Democrats may not align with party nominees. The piece ends with a wry observation about turnout and voter autonomy.
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von Starhemberg
Austria
Italy
Mussolini
Chaves County
Lone Wolf Star Sails on Ocean with Card Sharp Twist
Michael Lanyard once the Lone Wolf now an antique dealer sails on the S S Navarre. Detective Crane taunts him over past cases while Lanyard helps a young man Parry escape a heavy loss at bridge and retrieves fake emeralds from Fay Crozier promising aid in return for real gems.
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Michael Lanyard
Lone Wolf
America
S.S
Navarre
Detective Crane
New York
Lanyard
Michael
Fenno
Crane
M. Parry
Mr. Clay
Clay
Mme. Crozier
Sidelights On The News From Santa Fe And Oklahoma Tales
The piece notes rumors that outlaw Floyd Field may have spent time in Hot Springs and possibly undergone plastic surgery to hide his identity, with Albuquerque contact Mantle skeptical yet intrigued. It reflects on Santa Fe fiestas, drought resilience, and a batch of New Mexico students passing an important examination, hinting at future leaders amid harsh times.
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Charles
Pretty Roy) Field
Oklahoma
Hot Springs
Locumcari
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Killingsworth
Leas Summit
Kk. G. Mantle
Albuquerque
SaHisaw
Okla
John Dillinger
Southwest
New Mexico
John Smith
Mooney
Sanderson
Elliott
Our Secret Ambition and Local Proposals from New Mexico
A fragmentary column discusses aspiring students like Jack Hanny of Roswell and Barney Burns of Carlsbad, praising grit and future success. It notes L. E. Call’s trip hinting at forthcoming farm loans, critiques irrigation ignorance, and mentions Torrance County officials accepting pay cuts. It previews Cooper oil development and a border oil boom, urging protection of assets and schools. Also referenced is a probate notice for Thomas Long in Chaves County with filing deadlines for claims.
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Federal Land Bank
Wichita
New Mexico
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Cooper
Eunice
Jal
Hobbs
Long
C. Hill
Chaves County
Chaves
Smig
Cuban postal workers strike halts mail and telegraph services
Employees of the Cuban postal service went on a three month unpaid strike, blocking both postal and telegraph operations. The telegraph service, allied with the postal service, parallels European systems, highlighting disruption if such a move occurred in the United States.
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Postal Service
Telegraph Service
Postal
United States
Political pressure at work relief programs sparks outcry
A Fort Sumner Review report claims employment applicants under FERA and other relief agencies were told they must prove they are Democrats and will vote Democratic to gain work rights. It brands the condition as lacking human sympathy and compares those responsible to Hitler, accusing them of dishonoring the Democratic party and their own race.
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Hitler
Democratic Party
Fort ‘Sumner
Prohibition Policy Dominates Kansas Primary Debate
Kansas voters weigh repeal as prohibition remains central. A Democratic governor hopeful split the field while a wet spokesman was absent. The issue will be decided in the fall election without clear party leadership.
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Kansas
Streight
Albuquerque Journal
Roswell Democrat Sees Tight Race But Vows Victory
Roswell's leading Democrat predicts a strong showing this fall and says the sitting candidate will be badly beaten. He argues optimism fuels campaign energy and voter enthusiasm remains high despite challenges.
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Roswell
Governor's aides fault over vacation car disclosures
A clipped Citizen item spars about Governor Hocsenhull and his travels, critiquing his comments on state car use. The note implies missteps in public statements and urges restraint.
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Hocsénhull
The Government Promises Printing Money For All
A fragment from a 19th century style text suggests government presses will print currency for all. It mocks political spendthrift tendencies and notes election time when office holders will spend to stay in power.
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Elicey
Chaves County Democratic Primary Election Call
The Democratic Party in Chaves County schedules a September 12 1934 primary to nominate a District Judge County officers and Precinct Committee Members. Filing closes August 25 1934 with payment of applicable fees. Polls open 9 am to 6 pm in all districts.
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Chaves County
Democratic Party
County Central Committee
New Mexico
You Must Not Judge By Their Characters
Sermon excerpt by Rev Roy L. Smith urges judging by character not race or class. It contrasts parents by children, country by its citizens, criminals staining a race, a cook by one error, and a snob by behavior. Ends with call to record Want-Ads for results.
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Roy L. Smith
Silver bootlegger may expand border smuggling in new Mexico
The article notes stabilizing silver could revive mining and new ore treatment methods while risking a fresh smuggling issue called the silver bootlegger. It cites price gaps between mined and Mexican silver, previous cross border flows of booze and narcotics, and uncertain attempts to curb running with Mexican authorities amid a vast unguarded frontier.
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New Mexico
Mogollons
Mexico
City seeks bidders for detailed audit of clerk and water offices
Roswell city invites sealed bids by 4:00 PM August 13 1934 for a detailed audit covering July 1 1933 to August 4 1934 of the City Clerk and Water Department offices. Bidders must commit to delivering the completed report to the city chief council by September 1 1934.
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Roswell
New Mexico
Water Department
Ju'y
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