Blood Money by Irvin Cobb synopsis excerpt
A Watts house tragedy on Long Island unfolds as Cresap dies by a slender blade and his Chinaman servant perishes unseen. Redd, Cresap’s stepbrother and former police reporter, records events while Florence Dane, Cresap’s niece, grapples with a disinheriting will unsigned but influencing a tangled inquest. The tale blends murder, jealousy, and a web of police intrigue.
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S. Redd
Florence Dane
Cresap
Aneum
Redd
Florence
Far East
Bray
Sabine
Gregory Thorpe
Ohio
Thorpe
George Thomas
Roswell Daily Record information and masthead
The Roswell Daily Record published in Roswell New Mexico by Record Publishing Company lists staff roles including Grace Mason and T Bear as editors and W L Scarratt Don Wilkins in various editorial and advertising capacities. The paper notes pricing and subscription details and confirms Associated Press affiliation and rights.
Hitler's actions threaten end of rule as Nazi machine faces scrutiny
A New Mexico newspaper comments on Hitler's disgraceful acts, urging that if German spirit remains intact the regime could end. Government officials are on inspection trips funded by the state and using travel to campaign, with calls that the party should not require campaign funds from the U S Treasury.
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Jassacker
Alamogorge
New Mexico
Commission
Phoenix
Clovis
Roswell
Estancia
United States
Hitler
Germany
U. S. Treasury
Carlsbad water crisis prompts political tabulation in New Mexico
The question arises whether Cutting will run as a Republican or a Democrat. A major catastrophe seems to have struck the water supply of the Carlsbad irrigated district, threatening the Pecos valley fishery and alarming New Mexico fishermen who rely on the Pecos river and related irrigation systems.
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New Mexico
Cutting
Carlsbad
Demand for Lake McMillen Dam Expansion Under Gov Oversight
Farmers in Carlsbad urge federal action to rebuild the Lake McMillen dam, enlarging capacity multiple times and ensuring long term flood control and water supply. They argue government project spending justifies protecting their investments with reliable irrigation during wet and dry periods.
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McMillen
Carlsbad
New Wrist Watch Cools Body With Dry Ice Pellet
A novel wrist device uses a small dry ice pellet at minus 109 degrees to chill the wearer. The dry ice evaporates invisibly, avoiding mess. Each pellet lasts about an hour with effects extending about twenty minutes beyond. It mimics dipping wrists in cold water or a stream of cold water.
June Weather in Roswell Shows Hot, Dry Trends
Roswell’s June was very hot with five days at or above 100. Most days stayed in the 90s, mean temperature 80, and only two days with measurable rain totaling 0.8 inch. June moisture is among the driest in history, with historical highs and lows noted from past years while wind topped 32 mph and a 41 mph June record exists.
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Miss Florence
Florence
Uncas Cresap
Young Thorpe
Boxwood
Ducas Cresap
Hilda
Wen
Perkins
D. A
Riverside
Eva
Sabine
Irvin 5
Cobb
Roswell
Law and order debate amid rising U S violence
The piece notes the nation faces a dominant issue of law and order as sensational kidnappings robberies and murders escalate. It critiques Congress for only tentative action toward war while crime surges across the United States.
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Congress
Crime Surge Presses U S President on Safety Efforts
A fragment notes the national push to restore safety of life and property, citing the president's remarks on the long lead time of crime and the lack of vigorous means to counter it, set against a European view of the situation from Santa Fe New Mexico.
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Santa Fe
New Mexico
State highway debentures sale and wage boost rumor
Roy Reard comments on a plan where highway department workers would receive a wage increase funded by contributions to the Democratic campaign fund. He urges mass protest at the state capitol with leather flags if true, alongside the state considering selling over a half million dollars in highway debentures.
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State Highway Department
Democratic Campaign Fund
Roy Reard
Water needs over trees plan for drought relief debated
Albuquerque Journal discusses a proposed 75 million dollar shelter belt spanning 100 miles from Canada to the Texas Panhandle. Critics question feasibility and water supply, urging a focus on developing western water resources before a large scale tree planting effort.
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Canada
Texas Panhandle
American Tree Association
Budget Bureau
Cummings
West
Albuquerque Journal
Perry Bean Nominated for Sheriff of Chaves County
The Record announces R. P. Perry Bean as a candidate for the sheriff nomination in Chaves County, subject to Democratic party action.
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R. P. (Perry) Bean
Chaves County
Democratic Party
E J House Sr Announces Candidacy for Sheriff
E J House Sr. authorizes The Record to announce his nomination bid for Sheriff of Chaves County, subject to the Democratic party’s action.
Homer Dunagan Declares Sheriff Run for Chaves County
Homer Dunagan announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Sheriff in Chaves County, subject to the Democratic party’s decision. The move signals his bid for the party’s sheriff nomination and regional contest.
Mrs Julian Prasher Named Candidate for County Superintendent
Mrs Julian Prasher is announced as a Democratic party candidate for the Chaves county Superintendent of Schools pending party decision. The notice emphasizes party backing and the shaped field for the upcoming selection.
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Julian Prasher
Chaves County
Democratic Party
Ralph A Sheeham Declares Democratic Candidacy for County Clerk
Ralph A. Sheeham announces to The Daily Record his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for County Clerk of Chaves County, subject to the will of the Democratic party.
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Ralph A. Sheeham
The
Daily Record
Chaves County
Crosby Candidate Declared for County Treasurer Nomination
Mrs. Harold E Crosby is announced as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Treasurer of Chaves County, subject to the Democratic party's decision.
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Harold E. Crosby
Chaves County
Candidate Charlie Lawey Declares for County Assessor Nomination
Charlie Lawey announces his bid for the Democratic nomination for County Assessor in Chaves County subject to the Democratic Primary decision. The statement emphasizes party backing and the contest pending primary results.
S. P. Johnson Sr Nominated for County Commissioner
Announcement names S. P. Johnson Sr as a candidate for county commissioner pending approval of the proper authority and party or committee. The incomplete notice references an official nomination process and required approvals.
Sentence Sermons: a brief sermon by Rev Roy L. Smith
The Rev Roy L Smith warns that relying on enemies to enforce law is unsafe and wrong conditions won t fix themselves without aid. He says hungry men won t act reasonably and some businesses profit from patriotism. He cautions against trusting a sex theory for social salvation or believing something merely because it appears in print.
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Roy L. Smith
Certified Seed May Be Scarce This Year in New Mexico
New Mexico has produced outstanding crop seed but moisture shortages and late rains reduce stands and seed yields. Pure seed growers with favorable moisture may prosper, while overall certified seed supplies will likely be below normal. Demand remains strong as applications for seed certification persist with New Mexico Crop Improvement Association.
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New Mexico
United States
Chicago
G. R. Quesenberry
New Mexico State College
Altho
New Mexico Crop Improvement Association
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New York Police Department
Pat Bray
Bodkin
Pharoah
Durkee
Gilly
Her Inter
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Carrizezo
Edgar B. Howard
University of of Pennsylvania
Pete Anderon
America
Cartsbad
Bill Burnett
Mr. Howard
Roosevelt
Lea County
Santa Claus
Court House
Lovington
Junior
Record Publishing Company
I Society
Cc. K. Mason
Grace T. Bear
W. L. Scarritt
Don Wilkins
Vertising
Mgr
Santi
Associated Press
New Mexico Newspaper Association
Sherif
E. J. House, Sr
Homer Dunagan
Charlie Lawey
S. P. Johnson, Sr
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