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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1934
Page
8
The Roswell Tennis Club hosts a nine o'clock dance at The Woman's Club to raise funds for the New Mexico Tennis Tournament in Roswell from September 1. Proceeds will cover tournament travel and incidental expenses, with Tommie Adams orchestra supplying the music.
Lee Hubert pleaded not guilty to assault with a deadly weapon in district court before Judge James P. McGhee. Released on own recognizance, Hubert allegedly threw a tomato striking a car wind shield and injuring a passenger.
Mrs. J. D. Shinkle, who suffered a sudden attack at St. Marys hospital Monday evening, was reported to be better this afternoon and her condition was said to be improving.
Horse racing, beloved by Navajos nicknamed the Cossacks of the Southwest, will thrill 5,009 Indians and thousands of white spectators during the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial August 29 30 and 31.
Mr and Mrs Lake J Frazier and two children came home last night from a two week stay at Coronado Beach California They were joined by Mrs Agnes Johns from Los Angeles Fraziers aunt who will visit here for a while.
Washington August 22 AP says the effort to build a superior U S navy moved ahead as contracts were awarded for construction of 24 fighting vessels.
Las Cruces New Mexico August 22 AP A district court jury after two hours deliberation found Pervin Woodward guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Tom Haines a Black man in Las Cruces several months ago The verdict ends a heated trial that drew local and regional attention and sets the stage for sentencing in this high profile case
Las Cruces New Mexico August 22 The trial of Thaddeus Gilliland of Silver City charged with bigamy was dismissed in district court today.
The Courtesy Theatre ticket holder Harry McQuire of McNally-Hall Motor Company views Paul Lukas in The Affairs of a Gentleman showing at The Yucca. A New Mexico rainstorm raises concern about air conditioning across the city as residents plan a Tennis Club Dance at The Woman's Club with Tommy Adams and his orchestra for a fundraiser.
Washington officials announce the AAA will draft stronger farm program legislation for the next Congress. A feed storage loan bill aims to standardize state warehousing laws to cut red tape and extend authority for loans on stored corn and cotton. The plan envisions ever normal granaries with government loans and mandatory sale at a fixed price.
Black River Village near Carlsbad hosts the annual Boy Scout water camp for the Eastern New Mexico Area Council from August 27 to 31. Experienced leaders include Red Cross Life Savers guiding the event.
Private bath and garage with a newly decorated furnished unit on 601 North Kentucky. No children or pets allowed. Contact A22th for details and availability.
Roswell dog entrants include Herman Crile with two Pointers, James Lee with a Schnauzer, and J A Strong with two Bulldogs, joined by Mr and Mrs A P Nelson entering three Bulldogs at the New Mexico Kennel Club show in Santa Fe this week.
A gusty windstorm in Roswell caused two trash fires this morning. One fire at 706 West Third destroyed a small outbuilding. a second blaze at 1111 West 8th was extinguished before causing damage. Fire crews responded around 11:15 AM and again shortly before 2:00 PM. Authorities warn residents to be cautious in high wind conditions.
Ed J Williams told the Advertising Club that New Mexico Military Institute cadet registrations rose by fifty for the coming year, predicting a $50,000 increase in Roswell business. He noted staff salaries totaling $145,000 for 60 regular members and 40 additional workers. Carl Bird presided as B F Fields Jr of Roswell Laundry attended.
Weather report recalls rainfall in the Roswell area and the Ruidoso region last night. A heavy wind and dust storm arrived in Roswell bringing cooler temperatures with it. No reported damage beyond fallen tree limbs. the temperature dropped to 84 degrees by 1:30 PM.
Lieut. J. S. Graff of the Saratoga was lost when the scout plane he piloted ditched 24 miles east of Winter Quarter Light off Norfolk on August 22. The incident was confirmed by the Navy with search efforts under way.
L B Lynch Roswell wrestling promoter told The Record he canceled the event planned for tomorrow due to not securing promised wrestlers and rejecting unsuitable substitutes. A clash with El Paso promoter over Tiger Adams and Johnwaney left Ken Gaston without a quality opponent. He vowed no show unless a real bout could be offered and promised a strong bill for next Thursday.
Two men died in a late night crash of a Ford V8 Victoria with Oklahoma plates 925 834, three miles west of Montoya New Mexico. One man inside the car had a fractured skull. the other, found outside, suffered three bullet wounds. A .32 revolver and $13.85 were found near the outside body. An apparent struggle preceded the deaths. sheriff Ira Allen suspects the outside man shot himself after being shot by the inside man. The Oklahoma license plate state trace was requested as authorities reviewed the wreckage.]
An advertisement promotes a free sample delivered with literature for a sanitary goat dairy. It lists a phone contact 759W and includes the tagline All The Name Implies. The small ad highlights product branding and a call to request the sample.
Radio sets failing? Falcon Electrical Service offers quick repairs and affordable prices. Located at 125 W Second Street. Phone 289.
Reykjavik report states British aviator John Grierson, who was forced down in fog while attempting a North Atlantic cross in a light plane, was located today. He was unharmed and accounted for, with rescue teams confirming his safety.
A correction to yesterday's Girls Camp article lists additional visitors for Sunday dinner. Included are Mrs. Dwight McNally, Mrs. Lawrence Wolfe and Miss Jane Wolfe, supplementing the previously published names.
Benjamin Franklin Davis aged 91 died at six twenty last night at his son Gregg Davis's home on East Eighth Street after seven weeks in town for medical care. A veteran of the Civil War and longtime cattleman, he leaves three daughters Edith Fanning Jal New Mexico Mary Lee Fairly Roswell and Jennie D Young Tucson and two sons Gregg Roswell and Thornton Eunice New Mexico. His body will be moved Thursday to Eunice for Christian church services with Talmage Mortuary handling arrangements.
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