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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1941
Page
4
The federal government faces rising prices for essential goods amid concerns of artificial markups and potential anti trust violations. Observers warn that natural price increases must not spiral into inflation harming millions, with calls for swift action to stop unwarranted increases in food and clothing.
The piece argues that Nazi advances in Russia threaten Russian resistance and could invite German and Italian offensives against the British Isles or Africa. It criticizes U.S. strikes over wages and union power for delaying shipbuilding and defense, noting shortages of weapons and ammunition for soldiers and anti aircraft gear as the defense program suffers delays and inefficiency.
The speaker warns that invasion routes from Africa to Western Africa via the Suez Canal and Egypt would threaten the United States. If France joins the Axis, it would be a historic betrayal and could trigger U S action. Axis plans include leveraging Atlantic outposts near Brazil and the French West Indies to reach the Panama Canal.
The Estancia News Herald plans a memorial issue for J A Constant, editor for over thirty years, recently laid to rest at Sabetha Kansas. The piece reflects on his humanity and service to his home town and readers, noting the likelihood of several pages to cover his contributions.
Carl A. Ehrich of Las Vegas, a fire instructor for the council of National Defense, will visit New Mexico offices to organize a school program for every fire department in the state. The program will teach handling incendiary and gas bombs, war chemicals, and related topics under modern war conditions for firemen, volunteers, State Guardsmen, and others interested.
Miss Caroline Standish, Oakland’s famed prestidigitateur, visited today on her way to report for duty as an entertainer at the country’s training camps. Her assistant accompanied her. both will donate their services for one dollar a year, with the Washington itinerary to be arranged upon arrival.
Burton G. Dwyre state highway engineer has rallied his crew and state police to curb loose cattle on fenced highways. The clear law against strays will be enforced more strictly, and the tightened measures are expected to yield quick results.
The board of appeals of the Selective Service held a brief regular meeting at their offices in the adjutant general's demesne Monday morning. It wasn’t much.
The report notes six appeals filed for consideration and hints at a possible special session. Tom Keller of Clayton discusses ongoing heavy rainfall in Union county with 22.28 inches this year, nearly matching combined totals from 1939 and 1940, while crops suffer and Russian thistles drown. The piece also covers pension disputes over Jose D. Sena and a conservancy district case, with speculation on legislative fate and court outcomes.
Carlsbad voters will decide on August 26 whether to municipalize the water system. Proposed purchase price ranges from 248000 to 300000, following a prior rejection last fall. Supporters cite growth needs and potential long term gains, comparing to Tucumcari’s electric system purchase.
Carlsbad Mayor Sam Horne campaigns to pressure the telephone company over poor service. He vows to press for correction, praising a capable executive for delivering results and signaling persistence to gain attention and force change.
In Carlsbad the week began at 102 degrees in the shade with maximums recorded. An exile from God’s country muses on the heat while wearing long underwear with zippers. The expected hot summer is linked to increasing daily cotton bales from the project.
Santa Fe reports that many acts passed by the recent legislature are struck down by the supreme court. Final rulings are often met with no Christian spirit and treated as improper laws. An example cited concerns a statute that was not specified here.
Local figure known as Jawbone Jones claims Governor Miles could seek Congress if nominated and elected. He asserts he would perform well as a congressman, promising improvements for constituents. Citizens note the repeated, booming rhetoric from Jones.
In Raton the Sept 12 blackout interest stirs concern about vulnerable mountain highways. The town sits at a key point on a remarkable stretch of road construction where a few bombs could halt both old and new routes, risking isolation similar to Hillsboro. The people aim to understand the risk before any incident may occur.
Eastern communities including Clovis face a weed surge after a wet spell. Clovis buys a mowing machine to attack growth with owner cooperation. Roswell uses a motor dingus for the job. Residents, except non-resident owners, largely comply with cutting vegetation that harbors mosquitoes and hay fever misery.
The AP reports Nazi forces capturing Nikolaev and Krivoi Rog while Soviet Marshal Budyonny withdraws toward defenses behind the Dnieper. The piece argues this may delay a quick Nazi conquest, with potential battles looming around Odessa and the Crimea as winter approaches.
A fragment references the so called Great American Desert and sets a landscape frame for the article. The wording hints at a broader setting without providing events, dates, or named figures. The line underscores regional geography used to frame the narrative.
Amid fears of invasion and air raids in Lea County oil fields, residents study blackout plans as German offensives push from the Baltic toward Leningrad. Berlin reports heavy fighting and aims to close the Odessa gap while Moscow emphasizes frontline battles and rail attacks. In Iran, Germans hide among tourists as Britain and Soviet Russia sign a trade accord. in Tokyo’s press, encirclement fears rise along with violent incidents in Shanghai.
President Roosevelt summoned key lawmakers in the White House study to review the international situation. Attending were vice president Wallace Senate majority leader Barkley acting speaker Woodrum and congressman Connally along with Bloom and Senator George. The talks likely touched on a possible new lease lend appropriation as Roosevelt reviewed the war outlook and current disputes over shipbuilding and price legislation.
Promoters often ask if defense bonds are taxable. The answer is no, not within ordinary vision. Taxation of low interest bonds is far in the future and likely not until insurance rates trend upward, which may be a long ways off.
The Santa Fe Lions Club annual flower show will run next Friday and Saturday, August 22 and 23, drawing flower lovers from across the state. The dahlia division is expected to be especially strong, with roses and gladiolas also on display. Attendees are promised a worthwhile exhibit regardless of weather.
In September a shortage of days and weeks is noted with events named National Furniture Week National Advertised Brand Week Constitution Day Newspaper Boys Week and Fall Hat Day New Mexico anticipates Blackout Day on September 12 obscuring events Buy a Bond Day is hinted with large purchases planned before Steve Vidal marks the date A October pickup will feature National Apple Week National Retail Candy Week National Feed Week and others Navy Day and more Weeks observed highlighting American emphasis on days and weeks
A New Mexico carrot boom could span 3000 acres across McKinley to Roosevelt counties. Last year Grants growers earned 1.25 per crate, with many fields yielding 175 crates per acre, and if prices hold, 5000 acres or more may be planted. The note echoes past cantaloupe promotions, urging optimism for cash crops.
Nazi forces in the Ukraine faced large-scale counterattacks as Marshal Semeon Timoshenko’s defense lines resisted toward Moscow. German losses were pegged at 5,000 near a city labeled M. Nikolaev port, 60 miles from Odessa, fell to German control but shipyards were destroyed during withdrawal. Krivoi Rog and rich iron region also cited as fallen areas.
Gallup New Mexico reports the 20th annual inter tribal ceremonial awarded Mescalero Apache crown and general dance prizes. Iroquois chiefs Big Kettle and Cornplanter pledged stronger next year. Pueblo teams from New Mexico won ceremonial divisions, San Ildefonso Pueblo took social division, Lukachukai Arizona won all Navajo division. Attendance topped 20 000 spectators over four days with 7 000 Indians present Saturday night.
The Roswell Boys Recreation Club defeated the local C. C. C. Camp 15 to 3 to remain undefeated. Home runs were hit by Job Melendez, Joe Pena, Bonnie Brady, and Henry Cobos. Teammates included Joe Miller Tili Miller Jim Garcia Ramon Ayalla Moses Burrola and Burciaga. Abel Lujan directed the game.
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