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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1940
Page
6
The article argues the Philippines and other regions face uncertain futures under colonial guardianship and warns against rapid Hawaii statehood. It emphasizes Hawaii as a Pacific coast outpost deserving protection from other powers, while noting mixed race demographics and divided American opinion on admitting Hawaii as a state.
Company A 104th Antitank will leave Roswell for a year of training, swear in January 6, and be stationed at Fort Sam Houston San Antonio Texas. Its fate depends on orders. old Battery A history in France noted. Captain Phinizi leads.
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Six weeks after plans to repatriate sixty German sailors from the Columbus panic were dropped, the men are to be quartered at Fort Stanton as distressed seamen. They will receive about one dollar a day, with care financed by the United States pending Germany’s repayment. The column notes the odd legal and election corruption tales in Harding and Mills counties, and reports a Hobbs dog poisoner case against local officers. The piece closes with a wish for accountability if the killer is found.
The Albuquerque Journal reports Santa Fe turned down a plan to establish a concentration camp in the area, signaling local opposition and governance action on the proposed site. The decision reflects concern over the implications and impact on the community and region.
Barbara Ann Corn writes to Santa requesting a desk and a typewriter and a double deck bed for her baby. She includes a pretty drawing with her letter.
Mrs J E Summers received Pecos Valley Lucky Diamonds last month and is widely sharing her experience across the north end, promoting the crystals as she travels.
Local promotion urges readers to choose Anderson's home grown celery claiming superior freshness. Advertisement notes possible availability and seasonal appeal.
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