Greene Re-elected Boy Scout District Committee Chairman
Oscar Greene was re-elected chairman of the Boy Scout district committee for District 1 in Chaves county at the annual meeting. Ned Revelle became vice chairman Aubrey Gregg was district commissioner D N Pope Court of Honor chairman H E Samson finance chairman R L Villard organization chairman Pat O Neill health and safety chairman H P Garrett leadership training chairman S S Santheson camping and activities chairman All officers were unanimously chosen. A very successful year in Scouting in District 1 was reported for 1946.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Greene
Chaves County
Ned Revelle
Aubrey Gregg
D. N. Pope
Court of Honor
H. E. Samson
R. L. Villard
Pat O'Neill
H. P. Garrett
S. S. Santheson
Whitney Chance to Succeed Perkins as Labor Secretary
Rumors from Washington suggest Cleveland real estate interest Will A. F. Whitney, president of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen, may be chosen to replace Frances Perkins as secretary of labor if she resigns from the cabinet.
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A. F. Whitney
Cleveland
The
Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen
Frances Perkins
Washington
Miss Perkins
Odd Bits From The New Mexico News in 1940
Artesia in southeastern New Mexico shows building activity with total issued permits reaching 232,523 dollars for residential and business construction in 1940. May was the peak month with thirty five thousand eight hundred fifty dollars in permits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New Mexico
Associated Press
Artesia
Farmington Plans Municipal Airport Purchase
Farmington officials and local organizations including the chamber of commerce Lions clubs and the board of education approved plans to purchase 360 acres for a municipal airport as part of national defense cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmington
Chamber of Commerce
Lions Clubs, Board of Education
Silver City keeps slate of incumbents in two year term
In Grant county the November general election produced no new major faces as most officials won second terms. The notable change was George H. Keener becoming clerk, replacing John A. Dye who moved to chief deputy. Keener had previously served as deputy clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silver City
Grant County
George H. Keener
John A. Dye
Keener
Carlsbad Caverns Hosts International Day Visitors
Officials designated last Wednesday as International Day at Carlsbad caverns. Five foreign countries Mexico England Australia Belgium and Japan joined 34 states among the 348 visitors touring the caverns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlsbad
Carlsbad Caverns
Mexico
England
Australia
Belgium
Japan
State Credit Assn Closes Meeting Here
The New Mexico Credit and Collection Agencies Association concluded its session headed by Melvin C. Schumpert of Portales who was elected president succeeding Herman H. Clausner of Gallup. Mrs. Paul S. Brown of Hobbs was chosen secretary treasurer and the next meeting was set for Albuquerque in July 2022.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Mexico Credit and Collection Agencies Association
Melvin C. Schumpert
Portales
Herman H. Clausner
Gallup
Paul S. Brown
Hobbs
Alhuquerque
Governor Urges Continued Focus On Legislative Record
Governor urges a record of wise legislation and warns defense needs may require future state funding. He argues present revenue can fund current activities with economy and better valuations, while suggesting the schools’ finances deserve earnest consideration. He supports fixing the primary law and moving its date, notes slow primary return, and renews the call for a four-year term constitutional amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
New Mexico National Guard
Adjutant General’s Office
Selective Service
Miles
McCarter Names Dartmouth Coach To Succeed Blaik
Hanover Jan. 14 William H McCarter of Dartmouth announced that De Ormond Tuss McLaughry Brown University football coach has been engaged to succeed Earl Blaik as Dartmouth gridiron mentor Blaik has accepted a West Point football post McLaughry a veteran coach has led Brown for 15 years and previously coached at Amherst winning the Little Three title
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Hanover
N. H
William H. McCarter
Dartmouth College
de Ormond
Tuss
Governor's 1942 address urges regulated public utilities and growth
The governor calls for regulation of public utilities framed for public interest rather than punishment. He backs publication of government expenditures, extends the merit system, and supports a two-year extension of the interstate oil compact. He urges capitol housing, defense contribution notes, and promises updates on national defense progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merit Commission
Miles
New Mexico
New Mexico Ski Team heads to Sun Valley for Jeffers Trophy
New Mexico's six man ski team and coach Fritz Ehrl depart Albuquerque for Sun Valley Idaho to compete in the National Jeffers Trophy event on Saturday. Team members include Dick Broderick Walter Boyce Paul Bolander Charley Thompson Joe Eubank and Jack Wilkins. Also notes a hospital update on Mrs Henry Perry at St Mary's Roswell after major surgery.
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Albuquerque
N. M
New Mexico
Fritz Ehrl
Sun Valley
Idaho
Dick Broderick
Walter Boyce
Paul Bolander
Charley Thompson
Taos
Joe Eubank
Santa Fe
Jack Wilkins
Las Vegas
Miles Opening Message Highlights New Mexico Legislature
Santa Fe, Jan 14 AP highlights Governor Miles opening message to the 15th New Mexico legislature. He urges minimal legislation, fiscal restraint, and economies within budget limits. He affirms no fundamental changes and signals some public utilities regulation. He calls for fostering business growth as part of state progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Mexico
Santa FE
N. M
Miles
New Mexico Pledges Support for National Defense
A New Mexico statement affirms local contribution to the national defense program, promising to do its part as needed. The remark underscores state support for defense efforts and aligns with broader national priorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Mexico
Greatest Good Principle Cited in Public Debate
A public discussion centers on the ethical aim of maximizing welfare for the greatest number. Proponents reference utilitarian ideals while critics urge protections for minority rights as policies extend to social services and governance.
Methodist District Zone Meeting Held In Dexter
An all day Methodist District Zone meeting gathered in the Dexter church with missions societies from Dexter Hagerman and Roswell churches. Mrs Markle Mrs Craven and Mrs Holland led the program. district officers were elected including President Mrs Iris Dearholt and Secretary Mrs George Cowan. The session closed with communion and a brief report lists attendees and participants. Mayor Mason announces a town clean up week starting Monday the thirteenth to improve sanitation safety.
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Methodist Church
Methodist Missionary Societies
Dexter
Hagerman
Roswell
Dexter Church
Markle
L. Bowman Craven
W. C. Holland
Will West
Pixler
Carlsbad
All Methodist Churches
Iris Dearholt
Megenity
George Cowan
Hal Bogle
Brabham
Burdette
Shaw
Hood
Craven
Mmes. Shaw
Rufus Campbell
J. F. Campbell
Tom McKinstry
Bert Bailey
Rev. Shaw
Mason
Junior Woman's Club Plans January Benefit Dinner
The Hagerman Junior Woman's Club met in regular session at the Woman's Clubhouse. A benefit dinner is planned for January twenty second with a small charge and good menu to raise funds for the library donation. Miss Helen Goodwin and Miss Jean Marie Michelet hosted and were joined by members including Mrs. Bill Still, Ivis Boykin, J. C. Wyman, Wayne Graham, Nellie Lange, Grace Wade, and two new members Beatrice and Blanche Lane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hagerman
Helen Goodwin
Jean Marie Michelet
Bill Still
Ivis Boykin
J. C. Wyman
Wayne Graham
Nellie Lange
Grace Wade
Beatrice
Blanche Lane
Local Roswell Notes Andrus Move To Zimmerman Ranch
Weekend visitors include Albert Curry from State College and C W Curry in ill health. Heitman, Lumpkin visit Roswell then Carlsbad on business. Dr Willoughby hosts Everett O Bannon party. Andrus move to Zimmerman Ranch. Jacobson family mourns Sinclair death in plane crash. Boyce great granddaughter born. Duke Thompson’s daughter adds Phoenix home. Mrs Richardson returns to Turkey Texas after visit. Roswell Daily Record to publish flowers list for City Beautiful Contest in an upcoming issue.
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W. L. Heitman
Mr. Lumpkin
Heitman Place
Roswell
Mr. Heitman
Carlsbad
Dr. Willoughby
Everett O’bannon
Cottonwood
Stenson Andrus
Zimmerman Ranch
Walden Jacobson
Mr. Sinclair
I. E. Boyce
Duke Thompson
Mr. Thompson
Boyce
Phoenix
Arizona
Richardson
Turkey
Texas
John McAllister
Roswell Daily Record
Roosevelt County Electrification Loan Granted
The Rural Electrification Administration announced a $100,000 allotment to the Roosevelt County Electric Cooperative, Inc. for building 117 miles of line to serve 309 members. The group previously received $167,000 for 122 miles serving 460 members plus $5,000 for wiring and plumbing and $30,000 for irrigation equipment.
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Rural Electrification Administration
Roosevelt County Electric Cooperative, Inc
Roosevelt County
Roosevelt County Cooperative
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Greene
Boy Scout
Perkins Post
State Credit Assn
Port Orford
Port Orford Cedar
McCarter
Dartmouth
Ial
Henry Perry
St. Mary’s Hospital
Hagerman News
Methodist
Frank McCarthy
Star Cafe
Chappell
Masonic Hall
Albert Curry
State College
C. W. Curry
Pecos Valley
Richardso
Jake Hinch
Montgomery
Daal Tee
Gre
Rambler
Riverside Tubes
Riverside
Roswell, New Mexico
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