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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1936
Page
8
Snapshot notes tease a lively classified page with brief mentions of an after hours transom break in, a womens club event, a dance night, and a light society tease from Ann Askren. Roswell Coyotes upset Carrizozo champs 24 to 19 in a noted basketball win.
A Lions Club luncheon court martial, tied to an intra club feud likened to a war, acquitted Bob Daughtry of Libel after a bribery photo surfaced though later deemed faked. The incident reflects bitter attendance battles and high tensions within the Roswell Lions Club. Two couples plan to exchange mates in Merced, revealing evolving relationships and Reno divorces.
A son was born this morning at St Marys Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Davis D. Chesser. The family announced the birth with healthful welcome and congratulations sought from relatives.
Mr and Mrs R V Renfro announce the birth of a baby girl born today at St Marys Hospital.
Due to Washington delay on the WPA museum project no further action has been taken. The Chaves County Archaeological Society Museum Committee and Mrs. W. W. Phillips treasurer sign off and inform subscribers. Adv. 11Tth
A catalog style note highlights Gorham sterling patterns as premier choices for craftsmanship. It promotes a wide variety of designs with the promise of lasting appeal and authentic Gorham craftsmanship to match diverse tastes.
Forrest City Ark Jan 17 AP Major R W Schroeder chief of the airline inspection service said the American Airlines palatial liner Southern er was not making a forced landing when it crashed into an Arkansas swamp killing 17. Investigators observed from the air as a federal hearing was set to begin. Farmers near the crash were summoned to testify.
J C McConvery will administer Santa Fe needy funds as head of a joint committee from the Kiwanis Club Woman's Club Library Association Rotary Knights of Columbus and the 20 30 Club. The panel will oversee money raised at the annual charity ball for local relief.
The Mutual Building and Loan Association in Santa Fe declared a four percent dividend for the last half year and elected Henry Dendahl president at the meeting. Officers remained in place with John K. Stauffer as secretary. The 1936 report shows receipts of £143,536.33 and expenses of £49,411.52.
The United States Weather Bureau reports December rainfall was deficient across New Mexico. Most areas east of the Rio Grande recorded below normal precipitation, with several counties receiving little or none. Socorro and Catron counties saw appreciable moisture, while western regions fared better. State average was 0.50 inch, 0.19 inch below the 44-year norm. monthly mean temperature averaged 33.6 degrees, 0.3 below average.
Three persons reported missing after an explosion wrecked the Kansas City Food Products plant and set fire to three nearby houses. The blast shattered windows across a nine block area centered at Fourteenth Street and Michigan Avenue. Four people were injured, none seriously, and the missing were found safe early today.
Furnished two room house for rent with contact phone 1250. Includes basic amenities and a single listing style notice from the local classifieds.
Chaves county commissioners S P Johnson George Wilcox and Erest Nelson and county clerk Ralph A Sheehan left for Santa Fe to attend a hearing on the county's request for a refund of state taxes paid on gasoline used in road maintenance equipment. Assistant district attorney Lake J Frazier already in Santa Fe will participate in the case. C L Alison accompanied the officials.
The D A V Auxiliary announces a cooked food sale on Saturday January 18 at the Safeway bakery. Readers are invited to patronize this community fundraiser and support local charitable activities.
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