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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1932
Page
8
A carbide tank on a welding apparatus at the Dad and Son welding and radiator repair shop at 114 East Fourth street exploded at ten o'clock this morning. The blast blew the tank top off but caused no further damage. The fire department was summoned but not needed as the incident was over upon arrival.
Banking House Grocery promotes a Christmas sale featuring candy and soup bones with the slogan lowest uniform prices on earth. The ad emphasizes festive shopping and bargains during the season.
William Claude Simpson aged 52 died at his home on 202 South Richardson Avenue after nine thirty last night. He came from Douglas Arizona five years ago and was a farmer, Camp Camino worker, and later with Gross Grocery. He was a member of First Christian Church and Newport Lodge 209 Master Mason. Survived by wife, daughter Glee Leftwich, son Neal Simpson, six sisters, four brothers. Funeral Wednesday at Talmage Memorial Chapel with arrangements by Talmage Mortuary.
Mrs John C Peck, afflicted with influenza, was reported better today. The news notes her improving condition as she recovers.
A reflective Ad Man column discusses cold weather, radiator care, and the value of advertising. It notes the paradox of "Buy British" stamps bearing US origins, reminds readers of a Chamber of Commerce dinner, and extols ads as drivers of production, distribution, and new consumer horizons.
The Roswell Lions Club wives and girls, known as Lionesses, will run tonight’s regular meeting. Officers and committees will be elected and reports made, with Lions in spectator roles. Afterward, attendees will gather at Mrs. Sidney Prager’s home for a party.
Wepon Care What kind of radio you have we aren't too proud to work on any kind Falconi Electrical Co at 219 West Second offers service. Art Gift Shop at 107 West 4th features ready made aprons from 50 cents and four and eight pocket shoe bags in colorful material ideal as gifts.
An advertising notice from Old Mission Beauty Shoppe at 219 North Main invites customers to try a distinctive new hairstyle. The shop promotes a fresh coiffure service and provides a contact phone number 182 for appointments.
Walter C. Davis 50, president of City Savings and Loan Association of Colorado Springs, died by his own hand in a New York police station cell after fleeing a $1,000,000 embezzlement charge. He was captured in Gramercy Park after detectives traced his image in True Detective Mysteries. Davis had eluded authorities for six months since his association fell into receivership, and his former secretary Eva Terry faced custody as investigators probed expenses and gifts she received from him.
Washington December 12 AP Congress moves to resolve prohibition and farm relief to avoid a special session. House Ways and Means pushes beer and light wine hearings while Senate Judiciary debates repeal. Farm relief bill drafted, treasury post office cuts examined, Glass banking reform linked to agenda. Roosevelt aims to settle issues before March 4 and Christmas adjournment looms.
Albert Hanny longtime president of The First National Bank in Roswell is remembered for his 34 years of steady service and calm judgment. Colleagues note his memory, unruffled temper, and strong partnership with Claud Hobbs. He died leaving a gap in the community’s business and public life.
Earl Foy, 31, a longtime Diamond A cowboy 20 miles west of Roswell, died Sunday morning at 5 0 from double pneumonia after influenza. He was brought to Capitan Hotel, treated at St Marys hospital, and funeral services were held at Schuler Funeral Home. Burial will take place in Las Vegas. Rev LeRoy Thompson led the service with music by Mrs H P Saunders Jr. He leaves ten brothers and his father.
FILE AMMENDED and cause of complaint states that the lease is an edge lease and that during the time the defendant should have been producing oil from their three wells, other oil wells in the Hobbs pool were draining oil away from underneath the plaintiff's property. Water flowed in and gas pressure dissipated, reducing recovery potential. The plaintiff seeks 39,963.78 total and 25,000 on the second cause, alleging breach of implied covenants and restrictive production agreements. Wells Turner No. 29 NW, Turner No. 8 NW, Turner No. 28 NW. Eight plaintiff witnesses. 22 defendant witnesses including James F. Hinkle and J. H. Wells. Attorneys listed for both sides.
The recital by Doris Deter Wellborn, violin teacher of Artesia and Roswell, originally set for Friday night December 16 at The Roswell Womans Club has moved to Saturday night December 17. The public is invited.
Mrs. C. H. Holderness died at St Marys hospital Saturday night at 11 15. She came to Roswell three years ago with her husband who was with her when she died. She belonged to the Presbyterian church the Rebekahs and the Pythians. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10 30 at Fynam Ballard Chapel after which the body will be shipped to Chicago for interment in De Kalb Illinois. Mr Holderness will accompany. Rev LeRoy Thompson to direct services with Presbyterian choir providing music.
Duck hunters J P White Jr and Leland C Fellows were among the many sportsmen out over the weekend in a broader hunting activity noted by local observers.
The Daily Record repeats its annual Christmas candy gift for subscribing readers. With each advance subscription a box of fine chocolate candy is mailed, sourced from a local firm. New and old subscribers alike may participate by paying a year in advance after settling any overdue subs.
Mrs. A. Durand of Dexter was shopping in Roswell on Saturday and visiting friends.
Men and women are invited to enter a sitting contest at the Yuca Theater. Apply in person at once to participate.
Mr and Mrs J D Shinkle return to Roswell from Dalhart Texas where they were summoned by the illness of J D Shinkle Sr. His condition now shows marked improvement.
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