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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1941
Page
4
Richie Lemos challenges Petey Scalzo for the N B A featherweight title in Los Angeles a ten round bout. Lemos predicts victory within six rounds while Scalzo remains quiet with manager Pete Reilly concerned the title may change hands.
The Roswell blackout drew one of the largest crowds in town and boosted merchant business amid adverse conditions. The Crosby Arnold roping match the next day aided turnout and profits, turning the event into a practical test of wartime realities and potential future disruptions.
The Carlsbad Current Argus notes Texas Governor Lee O Daniel's fluctuating lead over Lyndon Johnson for the U S Senate with around 15 000 votes tallied and later reports a late surge for O Daniel. The piece discusses turnout patterns and party dynamics, plus FBI actions against foreign spies amid a tense national security climate.
Tokyo weighs policy in the German Russian war and an expected government statement. Domei reports ten days of high level deliberation as officials consider aligning with Germany and Russia while decrying US aid to Russia. Tokyo also greeted Nanking recognition with gratification.
Governor O Daniel leads Texas race for U S senator with Lyndon Johnson as close rival as ballots counted. Knox calls for immediate naval action to clear German menace from the Atlantic, signaling potential shift in policy.
Dewitt MacKenzie analyzes whether Nazi moves toward Moscow and Ukraine signal a short or long war. He weighs Soviet morale, Stalin’s potential stance, and Allied resolve amid fierce frontline fighting and shifting strategic goals. The piece frames whether Hitler can defeat the Red Army quickly or trigger a drawn-out conflict that tests Allied endurance.
The Roswell Lions Club shows strong pep and drive, signaling demand for energetic leadership in Roswell. The city’s older leadership appears calm and drifting with the tides, creating room for new guidance from younger members.
A Saturday night wind storm in Carlsbad caused extensive damage including downed trees, torn roofs, and a overturned water tower. Some areas described it as a tornado, but Carlsbad did not publicize the event by wire.
Citizens of Roswell are urged to vote next Tuesday to approve the city flood control program. It promises lower costs than repeated flood damage and aims to end perpetual flood nuisances to support growth and progress.
The El Paso Times urges public awareness of weaknesses in the National Defense program exposed by the House Military Affairs Committee and Lt General Ben Lear. It warns of gaps in the army chain of command following Tennessee maneuvers and stresses correcting faults now to profit in the end and avoid a false sense of security like France’s Maginot Line.
Cimarron, June 30. Historic Cimarron, first county seat of Imperial Colfax, faced a potential abandonment of the railroad up the canyon to Ute Park. The Moreno valley pea industry, yielding 150 to 200 car loads annually, along with mining and a general pickup, now makes continued rail service likely.
The 227000 acre Philmont ranch south of Cimarron, owned by Phillips Petroleum leaders, may be sold. It has 1200 miles of three strand fencing and heavy improvements, valued as a public asset by locals who fear it could pass to private hands unlikely to support the area. The Cimarron community hopes Phillips stays on the map and supports local projects like the Boy Scouts.
Buy Summer-Priced Coal New Mexico urges securing next winter's coal now to exploit seasonal discounts under the Act. Large deposits and limited mine operations raise concern over La Guardia's plan.
Glen D. Macey heads the state defense board endorsing a summer buying plan to stockpile coal and fill grain bins. He urged New Mexico consumers to visit dealers now to secure winter supplies, noting potential savings and national defense benefits.
Economists study the Denver and Rio Grande effort to hire 300 laborers from northern New Mexico for a long term well paid job. WPA slows volunteer response, delaying quota fulfillment, as Employment Service hopes to meet targets.
Down state visitors in Cimar ron show interest in the gravity water system. Mayor Will Haegler worries the town may lose a chance to acquire the plant as the present company owns the springs and piping with pressure kept low to prevent pipe bursts. Rates are low, but municipal access could vanish if not acted now.
It has been two decades since a flower show on the range and two familiar plants are missing. The wild phlox and the Montezuma primrose have not appeared yet though they are known shy bloomers. Officials expect they may join later as the flower parade progresses.
Guy Shepard long associated with Governor Miles wins a near unanimous vote to become Democratic state chair, succeeding Ben Luchini. His Lea County roots mark a realignment away from Santa Fe and the Rio Grande valley, signaling a broader, state-wide party reorganization ahead of 1942. The move reflects courage and forward momentum amid mixed opinions from the east side.
Streamlining of the state council of defense was expected to complete today with the appointment of the new personnel. The move aims to unify command and accelerate strategic decisions amid ongoing security concerns.
The Ways and Means committee backed a wide set of excise taxes to raise about 3.315 billion dollars, including a $5 annual use tax on privately owned autos, a seven percent sale tax on new cars, a one cent per bottle soft drink levy, and higher liquor taxes. Also proposed were taxes on phones, jewelry, sporting goods, and more, with adjustments to avoid beauty and certain equipment taxes.
The day’s dispatch to President Roosevelt summarized key measures approved this session including a $910.9 million relief bill, a $1.06 billion farm bill with parity payments, a $1.196 billion labor and security supply bill, a $1.03 billion deficiency bill funding 2236 naval planes, a $54.18 million DC supply bill, and a $25.06 million for Congress maintenance. The commodity credit corporation would run two more years with lending power rising to $2.659 billion. Roosevelt at Hyde Park could not sign last night but experts said funds would not lapse if signed today. Senate debated Works Progress Administration admin costs before approving House figures 27 to 24.
Gov Miles notes the personnel shakeup reflects no critique of existing appointees but aims to simplify and strengthen the defense system. Each municipality would form a three member board with authority to select volunteer assistants, following LaGuardia's aluminum collection drive and driven by efficiency needs.
Governor John E. Miles and State Guard officer E. L. Safford praised Roswell for its blackout and the public cooperation, signaling approval for similar blackouts across New Mexico with air force and State Guard backing to foster defense awareness.
Roswell residents Lloyd Green and Pauline Crain obtained marriage licenses in the city, confirming their plans to wed.
Two 13 year olds stole 1295 from a 67 year old retired railroad man while he swam and split the cash with 10 friends. Police recovered all but 29.70, likely spent on ice cream candy swimsuits and films. The victim kept money in his clothing because he distrusts banks.
In Washington heat Joe DiMaggio vowed to hit safely in both ends of a doubleheader to honor 10 year old Tony Novella, who suffers from an incurable spleen disease. He broke George Sisler's record and kept the pledge, hoping to bring joy to Tony and his family.
Soviet communique from Moscow reports German and Slovak troops advancing on both sides of Lwow and a wide front from the Arctic to the Black Sea. It notes heavy fighting, ground support by the Luftwaffe, and tank and air losses as German forces push toward Minsk, Smolensk, and Moscow with attempted dismemberment of the Red Army.
Soviet high command reports nightlong fighting against superior Nazi forces in Minsk Brobuisk and Smolensk corridors with infantry artillery tanks and air force in action. It says Red army halted the German onslaught toward Ukraine while heavy air battles around Leningrad and Murmansk show German losses. British raids hit Kiel Cologne and Ruhr areas as Nazi forces strike western England and South Wales.
In Puebla Mexico last night a riot at a textile factory left one dead and six wounded after about two thousand workers stormed the plant where five opposed owners were in negotiations. Troops escorted the besieged owners to safety as authorities tried to restore order.
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