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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1939
Page
8
Willard H. Rasbury, a former Roswell resident and nephew of Mrs. R. E. Daniels, died Saturday night at his home in Simsboro, Louisiana. He previously lived in Roswell and worked for Johnston Pump Co., leaving town about two months ago.
Johnathon York Imperial and Starks Delicious Apples are ready now at Gaylords Orchard. Call Red 1114 for orders and pickup details. location and contact reflect a farm market notice for truckers and suppliers.
C N Crowell of Digga Tennessee arrives with his family to settle at 507 South Richardson Roswell. They will attend local schools while Mr Crowell returns to Tennessee for business. He praises Roswell and its climate.
Republicans May face a split on holding a national convention after a Democratic meeting. The Republican executive committee meets next month for a preliminary discussion, with the full national committee to decide later in December. Democratic sources say convention plans will proceed in January independent of Republican actions, focusing on Roosevelt administration policy. easy washing machines and Troners from Westinghouse offered by L F Woodhead at 317 N Main St.
Twenty six New Mexico school teachers aged over 60 were paid 1415 dollars in July, the first month of the new teachers retirement act. State auditor records show transfers to the retirement fund totalled 6624 dollars for the month. The fund receives two percent of the state school equalization fund and the same proportion of the schools share of the income tax.
Classified notice offering a practical nursing position and promoting permanent hair products at Elite Beauty Shop. Includes address 306 West Second and phone numbers 749 and 1096. Also mentions a sale item Too Late To Classify SPECIAL-DUART or Herb Oil Permanent $3.00 guaranteed. Alice Waller listed. Ends with 8-22t3c.
German, Russian and Polish observers weigh impact on Poland and Danzig as Berlin Moscow talks push Europe toward a new balance. France, Britain and Poland respond with alert posture while Danzig and Baltic questions fuel speculation.
Britain moves to emergency session of Parliament for Thursday to grant the government powers for defense measures. Additional forces in navy army and air force will be called up while Britain and France tighten precautionary steps as they monitor the Germany Poland Russia situation.
J. D. Shinkle Roswell school superintendent Paul H. Deaton Roswell high school principal R. M. Cookson Chaves county school superintendent and E. A. White Hagerman school superintendent traveled to Santa Fe today to discuss finances for the coming term.
State land attorney Carl Livingston said no one can foresee whether a further extension of New Mexico's oil shutdown would be needed. The August 31 hearing will judge the evidence for a possible extension, but there was no current intent to extend. Livingston reported cooperation among oil operators after a Hobbs visit.
Coach L T Babe Godfrey outlined N M M S football outlook at the Kiwanis luncheon. Only Wilbur Gray and Tommy Hall return as regulars with seven other lettermen and several new cadets. Gray hailed as the best end in the state, Hall praised as a strong ball player. Four Roswell high alumni, Wade Corn Charlie Sanders Jason Bond and Bob McNally, join the cadet squad. About 25 veterans and 25 to 40 new prospects expected for the opener next month spanning seven states. Dr D S Robbins Las Cruces lieutenant governor Kiwanis spoke on Kiwanis matters, with Mrs Robbins and Mrs Gladys McMahan present. P D Wilson introduced as new Standard Oil agent member. Guests included Wayne Patterson Roy Flood J L Horner and Walter E Allison.
Mrs. Iva Maybelle Fitzpatrick wife of W T Fitzpatrick died yesterday at 12 20 pm at the family home southeast of Roswell after a long illness begun June 1. Born September 28 1882 in Brownwood Texas she moved to Roswell five years ago. Survived by husband five children J H Fitzpatrick L L Fitzpatrick L P Fitzpatrick D A Fitzpatrick and Mrs W W Brannon all in area. three sisters and six brothers. Funeral 2:00 pm Ballard Chapel Church of Christ with Rev Avis C Wiggins officiating. interment South Park.
Mayor Fiorello La Guardia announced a compromise plan to end a week-long dairy farmers strike that halved New York City's milk supply. The agreement offers $2.15 per hundredweight, below farmers’ $2.35 demand, with union leaders to vote within 24 hours.
Miss Mary Catherine Carper daughter of Mr and Mrs Jesse Carper married Charles F Waller son of Fields Waller at two this afternoon by Rev D B Titus at the Christian Church parsonage in Phoenix Arizona The ceremony followed by state news about a proposed conservation corps similar to CCC units to be submitted to the next Arizona legislature by Governor Bob Jones.
Column listing names Chin Whisker, Monkey Ward, W. C. Taylor, Happy Keith, George Hendricks, A. D. Jones, Ab Miller, Ernie Emerson, Dick Bean, and Harry Burkstaller. Readers see a compact roster of local figures tied to a community column.
Two New Mexico painters Brooks Willis of Albuquerque and Charles Barrows of Santa Fe are featured in a group of watercolors at Roswell Museum Federal Art Center. Willis presents four watercolors including European Plan and Trout while Barrows offers three watercolors with misty color fields. Both artists were part of the Federal Art Project and Willis is studying in France. The exhibit also features fabric designs. museum hours are 10-12 am, 2-6 pm daily, 7-9 pm Tuesday, and 2-6 pm Sunday.
Benito Bassett worries about the Rome Berlin axis and warns that any axis to grind should stay on Main Street. Dr. Galloway plans to address Ad Club members tomorrow with a strong verbal encounter and certain profound thoughts.
Tommy Fowler makes a comeback delivering energy to the crowd at Firestone Company events. The spirited performer chants and drives enthusiasm, boosting morale among workers and visitors alike during the show.
Ed Williams known as Carrot-top visits the Model after a cross country family vacation. He reportedly met General George Washington during his travels, an encounter described with playful incredulity.
A brief note reports the celebration will be a resounding success with further details promised elsewhere in the paper. In a separate item, a query asks who sent the ice cream to the feminine element of Central Hardware.
Dick Bean urges a thirty day handicap for young competitors in the Chinwhiskers contest though he currently shows little risk of stumbling over the visible facial fungus marring his countenance.
Pat Patterson, noted as the playful patriarch of Western Auto Co., states that all great men are dead and expresses feeling sick.
This morning Mrs Bob Lamier was spotted with a huge bouquet of roses that gave her the look of a June bride, creating a striking floral scene.
Local figure Ernie Emmerson lists three notable cups in his collection a loving cup a moustache cup to be used before the fair and another unnamed cup. He emphasizes pride in these cups and hints at upcoming usage.
A busload of Roswell business men left early this morning for Fort Sumner Vaughn and intermediate points on the second goodwill trip this summer under the Chamber of Commerce sponsorship. W. W. Merritt chairs the merchants committee and leads the trips in chartered buses of the New Mexico Transportation Company.
Two bond suits against the City of Albuquerque were set for hearing before federal district Judge Colin Neblett. Hoyt Purcell seeks 57000, and Oliver S Nichols asks 15000. The federal grand jury was in session with few cases scheduled, per U S district attorney Everett Grantham.
A committee of state college presidents led by Hugh Milton seeks legislative support for a 1.4 million dollar institutional bond issue to fund building and improvements. The plan, backed by Gov Miles, aims for voter approval with a press radio campaign and fact based outreach. Senator Floyd Kennedy and Judge Sam Bratton attended, stressing clear information over hype.
The Roswell Museum Federal Art Center governing board met Friday afternoon at 5 at the museum. Attendees included G. K. Richardson Major M. G. Fulton Captain Paul Horgan Mrs. W. W. Phillips Mrs. Sophie C. Champaugh Ruth Covey acted as director and led discussions on fall season plans.
Miss Florence Douglas, an employee at the district highway office, has gone to San Diego California for a vacation trip.
George Kaplan is introduced as the new Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 2 at a special meeting this evening at the First Methodist Church. C. C. Webb, troop committee chairman, will preside, with Gayle Belshe serving as assistant Scoutmaster and surprises planned for the boys.
Bennie Burrola and Anna Gonzales both of Roswell. W. McGrath and Frances Peyton both of Roswell.
Jackie Jo Murphy was elected president of the Circle Y 4-H Club at a re organization meeting last night. Other officers elected were Clayde Garrett vice president and song leader Louise Van Eaton secretary treasurer Lila T Garrett recreational leader Ro Jean Bell reporter Jo Juana yell leader.
Mrs W H Groseclose submitted a bouquet of zinnias to the City Beautiful Contest today showcasing bright blooms and local gardening enthusiasm in the community event.
Regular meeting of Damodine Temple Number 24 scheduled for 7 30 this evening at Pythian Hall.
Lawrence Altman of Roswell will be moved to St. Marys Hospital late this week for a major operation following injuries from an automobile accident near Melrose last Friday.
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