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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1939
Page
2
A Roswell notice describes a milk delivery service linked to Sunset Creamery from Albert Watson and Glen Wheeler with manager A F Madison praising farm care and sanitation. It notes rate structures for ads and references a June 30 1939 date and local business details.
The report notes expenditures in salaries and supplies for last year totaling 140 and 22.41 plus 15,644.78 for salaries, janitors, fuel, light and water. Other costs include 11,360 for repairs, 3,818.79 for secretary and election, 8,072.50 for interest and auxiliary expenses, and 1,637.01. The school system remains a major cost to Roswell taxpayers, though it is deemed worth the expense.
A child’s daily piano practice at a hotel irritates guests until a great musician sits beside her and transforms simple exercises into sublime harmony. He weaves divine spirit around faltering living, showing how God elevates ordinary life to power and influence.
The piece notes China’s steadiness against Japan despite recent offensives and cites a Roswell School District One financial report showing bonds paid and a year’s income and expenditures. It also quotes Van Loon urging individual action to improve society and discusses open doors in trades and contracting amid national trends.
Sidelights on the News by Will Robinson discusses the Solomon lesson stressing home unity in faith, critiques political postmaster appointment practices, and notes 1939 hog and grain production dynamics affecting farmers and consumers. The piece blends moral commentary with local civic matters and economic observations.
Wheat sales in Curry county’s bowl total 620 cars with expected final surpassing 700, including substantial marketing at San Jon in Quay county. Prices remain low, reflecting a strong year for farmers despite reduced returns.
Gov John M Miles urges civic duty in New Mexico voting law remarks. He notes registration enables all to vote and party affiliation is for primaries, not ballot choice. He stresses citizens should vote regardless of party and reflects on democratic participation.
A new licensing requirement for all New Mexico contractors is set to take effect, prompting renewed discussion of industry oversight. Officials expect the rule to standardize qualifications, raise professional standards, and improve consumer protection across the construction sector.
Campbell McDonald, 26, son of Mrs. Margaret Campbell the former screen actress, was arrested in Santa Monica after a police pursuit and confession claim. Investigators had hunted him for days as the suspected killer in the Hollywood boarding house death.
Jake Padilla a Springer truck driver faces manslaughter charges after 11 year old Joe Archuleta died from a fall aboard his truck during a holiday outing. State police Sgt Albert Hathaway filed the charge. Padilla pleads innocent and is held on a $3000 bond in justice court after the incident.
Eugenio Ortiz proposes a Juarez El Paso conference of business leaders to end the blockade at Santa Fe Street and Stanton Street bridges. The aim is to pressure the El Paso Electric Co. and secure a resolution through dialogue between Juarez and El Paso commerce groups.
A machine struck a parked car causing the driver to be propelled onto the pavement. Authorities investigated the incident and secured the scene as witnesses described the chaotic moment.
Esme O'Brien, a popular New York debutante, says a girl should do something beyond eating and drinking. She is taking four whirl on the stage to explore a career, challenging the notion that marriage is the only path for women.
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