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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1932
Page
1
Washington December 5 AP In a quiet tense start the 72nd Congress convened its final session amid heavy security. Galleries buzzed while prohibition repeal looms. Speaker Garner receives bipartisan ovations as he eyes next term. Senate chaplain Phillips opens proceedings.
J P White E F Butler and W Urton were agreed upon as recommended candidates for Roswell Drainage District commissioners for a two year term starting January 1 1933. Election by ballot will be held Tuesday December 6 at Roswell Chaves county courthouse from 9 am to 6 pm. Outgoing commissioners E A Cahoon George E French and Henry Russell attend and praise the nominees.
A large two story garage at 613 North Kentucky, owned by Mr. and Mrs. John P. Cauhope, was consumed by fire discovered at 1:30 a.m. Sunday. The blaze destroyed two Buick cars, household goods, and the family dog perishing in the flames. insurance covered the structure and vehicles, but no loss estimate was given.
The Record reports District Judge Jranville A. Richardson has resigned due to ill health. Governor Seligman is expected to accept and appoint a successor, likely from Roswell, with the process already underway. The judge’s long service and ties to the valley are noted as part of his legacy.
The federal employment office in Roswell will close on December 31 due to lack of funds. Mrs. E A Perrault announced that Washington would not provide new appropriations for the Roswell office. Daniel Vaughn, in charge of the Roswell office, is away but expected back soon with announcements on handling applications on file. About seventy job seekers are affected.
The House rejected the Garner resolution for prohibition repeal by 272 to 144. A two thirds majority was required, so the measure failed. Speaker Garner indicated no further vote this session, likely ending repeal hopes until the new Congress. The debate highlighted party lines and opposition from dry constituents.
Three men were arrested in two Chaves county liquor raids over the weekend. O B Merchant was caught near Dexter with three and a half gallons of whiskey, while Steve Williams faced charges after a 50 gallon still and seven gallons of mash were found in his basement. Emmio Flores was arrested near Lake Arthur with several gallons of whiskey and arraigned in Roswell, pleading not guilty and remaining jailed after failing to post bond. Federal and county officers led the actions, with arrests at Dexter, Lake Arthur, and nearby areas.
Former Senator James A. Reed closed the plaintiff’s arguments in the McNutt vs U S Potash Co case in federal court with Judge Colin Neblett to read instructions before a verdict around four. The suit seeks 400000 for services rendered, while U S Potash Co contends McNutt was paid by stock and cash totaling about 280000.
Senator Cutting of New Mexico met with Franklin D. Roosevelt at Warm Springs to discuss a concerted program for the coming session. He concluded their views were similar and headed to Washington to coordinate with Independent Republicans. Also visiting were Governor Harry Woodring and Guy Helvering, plus Massillon Mayor General Coxey who proposed wartime debt payments in special currency.
The Oakland Tribune reports Glenn S. Warner known as Pop Warner will resign within days from Stanford. He declined to name his destination beyond a larger school and said his contract allows him to stay through the year but hopes to be released immediately amid criticism influencing his decision.
Mrs Nettie Bringhurst Houston, last daughter of General Sam Houston, died in Santa Rosa hospital at 1 30 this morning from injuries from an automobile crash near Schulenberg on Saturday.
Artesia New Mexico December 5 AP J B McGee of Roswell a state game commission member announced an Eastern New Mexico quail season extension of 15 days from December 16 to 25. The change applies to Eddy Chaves Lea Lincoln De Beca Guadalupe Quay Grant Luna and Hidalgo counties. Quail and other fowl are reported plentiful by sportsmen.
Funeral services were held today for Probate Judge W. J Rose aged 77 in Silver City New Mexico after a two week illness. Morning rites were conducted at St Vincent De Paul church with the body resting in state at the B P O E Home. Burial followed in the Catholic cemetery. Judge Rose was an early member of the Silver City Elks and his lodge led the services. He had lived in the area for many years after coming west as a youth with the United States to participate in Indian affairs.
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