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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1935
Page
3
A column urges readers to attend church every Sunday in 1935 starting tomorrow. It argues religion is vital as the world reshapes, praising the Golden Rule and divine guidance, and notes churchgoers gain health and happiness. It contrasts social need with prior neglect of faith.
The AP reports a practical certainty that the Conchas dam on the Canadien river, 24 miles north of Tucumcari, will be built as part of the Mississippi Valley committee program. It aims to prevent floods, reduce erosion, generate power, and irrigate marginal homesteads, injecting about eight million dollars into New Mexico mainly for labor and altering climate. Senator Karl A Hatch leads the New Mexico delegation in support, praised for his savvy.
The First National Bank of Santa Fe secures government authority to participate in home building in the capital with seventy one loans already made to owners. The bank now has full authority to loan funds for modernization and new structures under the federal housing commission guarantee and outlined conditions.
In New Mexico, probate and public finance discussion touches on $5.7 billion in increased deposits, home building loans, and government roles. Thirteen candidates compete in Clovis city commission race on January 14, with city governance praised. Also, the probate court in Chaves County schedules a February 4 heirship and estate hearing for George W. Worrell, with administratrix Rosia Worrell.
Miss Clara Olson, longtime secretary to the governors of New Mexico, resigns after twenty years. W. H. McMains of Albuquerque is named her replacement as the new secretary, with Governor Tingley to set his team by loyalty and proven efficiency.
Senator Vanderberg of Michigan leads a drive to place every employee under civil service except the postmaster general and to select postmasters from official honor rolls. He argues the post office has long been political and a reform now would please most, with fewer objectors than in the past.
Dispatches suggest a coming session will approve soldiers compensation certificates despite a Roosevelt veto, while noting the Duponts earned 29,000 percent on their WWI materials investment. The piece condemns the war effort and laments misused liberty bonds and misplaced menus, warning of public weariness.
The piece notes chain stores heavy advertising during the dull period at year’s start. It argues this practice clears old inventory before invoicing and makes room for new merchandise, suggesting chain store dominance is good business and widely accessible.
In the Chaves County Probate Court a document purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Ben Ames is filed for probate. A hearing to prove the will is scheduled for March 4, 1935 at 10:00 A M in the Roswell court. Objections must be filed with the County Clerk by that date.
LeRoy Thompson presides at 9 30 Sunday school in John Knox House with Westminster Class at 10 50 worship titled A Challenging Question. 5 00 Candle Vesper Communion Service at Woman's Club features songs talks and lighting effects. Mrs Lloyd Johnson to sing. FIRST CHRISTIAN D. B. Titus minister Janice Huff musical director Velma Lannom organist graded school 9 30 10 50 morning service sermon unemployed Christ anthem and organ numbers listed 5 20 vesper four minute talks Lois Emmett and J Q Cummins 6 15 young peoples CE meeting all welcome Jeho
The First Methodist Episcopal Church outlines a Sunday schedule with 9:30 a m church school led by Superintendent James Sloop, worship at 10:50 a m, and a sermon by Dr. Eitelgeorge. Special music by a large choir chorus directed by Mrs. W K King. Epworth League at 6:30 pm. Vespers at 5:30 pm. union service Thursday at 7:30 pm featuring five laymen from five churches discussing What My Religion Means to Me. Public invited.
The Church of God at 203 South Michigan Ave invites the public to Sunday school at 10:00 a m and preaching at 11:00 a m and 7:30 p m. A hearty welcome is extended by Pastor H C Taylor.
Julian Atwood pastor leads 9:30 Sunday school directed by B F Fields. 10:45 morning sermon Facing the New Year with Miss Harriett Poorbaugh singing. At 6:20 B Y P U groups directed by P V Thorson. 7:30 evening sermon The Mind of Christ with a ladies quartet.
E. G. Jensen, pastor at 501 West College invites all to Sunday school at 9:45 with Exodus 11 13 as the lesson The Passover The morning worship at 11:00 titled Go After That Which Is Lost Singing at 2:00 conducted by E L Holley Evening sermon at 7:30 titled Life Made Over Everyone is cordially invited
The Church of Christ invites the public to attend services at 424 East Sth Street. Morning worship at 10 30 a m evening preaching at 7 p m and Wednesday midweek service at 7 30 p m.
The First Church of Christ Scientist at Corner Lea Ave and 1st St offers a 11:00 a m morning service with 9:45 a m Sunday school and a 7:30 p m Wednesday testimonial service. A Reading Room opens weekdays 3 to 5 p m. The January 6 lesson sermon on God includes the Golden Text from Ephesians and passages from John and Science and Health, emphasizing God as Spirit, All in all and divine Principle.
South First Methodist Church on South Pennsylvania at Second held church school at 9 30 a m Morning worship at 16 50 a m with Mrs H P Saunders Jr singing Teach Me To Pray by Jewitt The church school superintendent will present class certificates Rev L M Brown’s class Also T W Crowe speaks Three minute talk Lord's Supper to be administered Evening service at 5 with a ten minute song service before the sermon Choir to sing Wonderful Jesus Sermon by Pastor Ready For Service
Rev. F B Howden Jr. rector invites participation in Holy Communion at 7 30 am Church school 9 45 am Morning Prayer and Sermon 11 am with Holy Communion on first Sundays All welcome to attend the services at Saint Andrews Episcopal Church.
L. F. D. Church of Christ will hold regular service at North Hill Baptist Church at four o clock. The event is announced for local congregants and nearby residents seeking spiritual services.
The Church of Christ at First and Richardson led by H D Jeffcoat invites the public to begin 1935 with prayer and duties. Bible school 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. worship 10:45 to noon. Evening service 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Ladies class at 113 West 10th Street Wednesday 2:00 p.m. Young People meet Friday.
Church of the Nazarene on Corner 8th and Washington Ave lists services for Sunday including Sunday school at 9 45 a m and worship at 11 a m with the sermon The Christians Conquering Weapon Communion Children’s Service 6 p m Young People 6 30 p m Evening Service 7 30 p m Midweek Prayer Wednesday 7 30 p m Leadership Training Thursday 7 p m Choir Practice Saturday 7 30 p m led by Lee Henrichs Visitors welcomed
St. Peter's Catholic Church at 801 South Main Street run by Franciscan Fathers lists Masses at 8:00 and 10:00 o'clock with phone 451.
St John’s Catholic Church invites parishioners to a High Mass at 10 a m with a sermon delivered in English and Spanish. A novena honoring Saint Anthony is held every Monday at 7 30 p m.
A market notice for Purity Bakery at 216 West Second announces fresh cinnamon rolls doughnuts tea rolls Parkerhouse rolls and cookies every morning at eleven o'clock with take home options for lunch.
Lake Arthur notes Alma Lane returns to Albuquerque last Wednesday to reenter the university. The community lists Christmas visits, moves, and school happenings, including students entering State College and McMurry, Epworth League attendance, and local family movements around Lake Arthur.
Under Ordinance No 526 all drivers of automobiles and other motor vehicles in Roswell must have a 1935 license. Licenses are ready at the City Clerk's office and must be procured by January 15. Enforcement begins after this date. Frank Young Chief of Police. Record Want-Ads Get Results
Emmanuel Lutheran Church at 105 South Sea Ave invites all to Sunday school at 9 45 and divine worship at 10 30 with the sermon The Use of the Sabbath Day A hearty welcome awaits you.
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