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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1939
Page
2
The speaker argues the country can organize without rushing into conflict and that no nation plans to drag the U S into a European war. He criticizes past officials for talk and meddling, asserts they never made us a party to a world war, and reminds that only Congress can declare war.
The tourist appears unfazed by a 25 cent fee, feeling touched by every roadside gesture. He suggests that paying a little extra would not change his view, as the upgrade brings greater comfort and faster look‑see travel compared with the old rough route.
Minnesota Republican Andresen accuses President Roosevelt of seeking war to mask failures and create fictitious prosperity. He claims the President would risk thousands of deaths for personal prestige, noting that Congress alone declares war.
The Santa Fe city plans to delay eighty delinquent property sales for thirty days to seek federal Reconstruction Finance Corporation backing. Officials will survey the situation and file a loan request while discussing paving tax fairness and public benefit. A state paving law revamp is urged. The Santa Fe Fiesta will be nationally broadcast by NBC on September 2.
A snippet discusses President Roosevelt's plan to declare Thanksgiving Day on November 23 instead of November 30. It notes opposition from critics and suggests a national “Thanksgiving Sunday” as a religious observance. The piece also touches on race discrimination claims in New Mexico, a constitutional bond issue reading, and a notion of a catchy New Mexico state song.
Clovis hometown showcases a fledgling hall of fame featuring Hatch bill author once seen as a strong 1940 Democratic presidential candidate, a champion golfer now in Las Cruces, and Ray Seddon who bowled a perfect 300 at Glendale California. The town also boasts a famed all around star and a quirky luncheon club, with more names likely to join.
Eddy County rolls are open for registration and voter information points. Officials urge residents to verify eligibility, update addresses, and ensure records reflect current information ahead of upcoming elections.
The author credits Capt. Hans Kramer at Conchas Dam for shifting the Oct 10 dedication to September 16. Mexican Independence Day and educational lobbying on the constitutional amendment both loom. Pecos Valley hosts the Lovington rodeo and stock show, with massive crowds awaiting Harry Woodring and other events. The day promises a crowded agenda and heightened activity.
Critics complained about the two bit admission as July 3 saw 321 people buy tickets to the snow covered dunes. The crowd remained upbeat as they crossed the smooth road into the heart of the dunes.
Lea county lines expand to move crude oil to Texas refineries using gravity as the main transport method. An elaborate power system exists but is reserved for emergency use.
A devotional note uses First Peter 1 22 to warn against shoddy material and character. It explains shoddy cloth as worn wool scraps and likens it to people who seem genuine but wear poorly. Endurance and integrity are urged as true measures of value.
O John Rogge, heading the federal corruption inquiry in Louisiana, will remain in New Orleans to pursue the case despite two threatening letters. One claimed $18,000 placed on his life, the other warned him to lay off the Shushan jury tampering matter.
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