Democrats and Willkie Contend In Roaring 1940 Convention
The article discusses the national party conventions in Chicago with Roosevelt likely to be renominated and Willkie building momentum for the Republicans. It notes gendered vice presidential speculation, Indiana ties for Willkie and Hobbs, and the broader political climate ahead of the election. It also reports on drownings of young children in ponds, ditches, and tubs, citing a record from an insurance company and detailing causes and examples.
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Chicago
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Charles I. McNary
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Roswell
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Claude Hobbs
First National Bank of
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New Mexico
Southwest
Great Insurance Company
Fort Sumner neighbors talk of growth and water plans
Fort Sumner experiences rapid change as Highway 60 and 84 spur development with new commercial buildings and a modern Masonic Temple. Town water supply strains during drought, while the Alamo and Carlsbad projects loom over irrigation and recreation plans. Political shifts stir tension as residents rethink party lines and voting registration ahead of Dennis Chavez.
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Lake McMillan
Cream of the crop Hamburgers ad in Rochester beer spot
A local advertisement touts Our Famous Hamburgers sponsored by Donald Duck Moseley claiming superior taste with Rochester Beer. The copy portrays cooking as an art and invites patrons to experience the cream of the crop.
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Judith and Tex face strain after Sanchez affair and accident
Judith forgives Tex for past tensions as Dick Van Mathas survives a crash that costs his plane and his ship, while Sonia remains a looming threat. Judith wrestles with trust and travel plans as Tex contemplates a coast flight and a vacation. The narrative unfolds amid fragile reconciliation and unresolved jealousy.
Voters claim influence shifts in Chavez bid for senate
The piece notes local Latinos now drive nomination outcomes, with DeBaca natives expected to back Chavez heavily and Guadalupe county showing strong Spanish presence. It discusses a shift from Republican roots to support influenced by the New Deal WPA era and ongoing voter power shaping the senate race.
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Fort Sumner
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Daily Crossword Across and Down Clues List
A compact list of crossword clues across and down, including terms for destruction crowns ablaze marine skeleton shoe cords extreme anger young bear although galloped slowly support wind instrument simpletons forehead floor covering speak veneration poetical for enough queer old fellow nape of sheep's neck English city broil measure abbr pother weaken up as long as small egg river in Mississippi feminine title stitched curved inward strength knighth upon dischar bent in middle bend in the middle yellowish sway snakelike fish frame for cooking I would contr. prison city in Oklahoma noisy dimensions below debtor in servitude owns yesterday's answer and other related entries
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Joey's Joy Lights Up Philadelphia Patrol Day
Four year old Joey Wolf wandered with police officers and their bright red patrol car through the city. After a long search for his home, officers transferred him to a station where two matrons were on duty.
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Philadelphia
Joey Wolf
Just A Minute Peace In All Circumstances
An editorial reflection on Isaiah’s promise of perfect peace for minds kept on God. A wartime correspondent describes serene resilience amid bombed cities and roaring planes, illustrating a steady trust in divine love that outlasts life’s storms. The piece asserts God’s watchful guard over his followers.
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God
Fixed Riding Exasperates Commentator at Quiet House
A terse remark reflects tension as a speaker notes they corrected riding near a house after counting two passes. The line suggests a dispute or mockery about proximity and behavior. No official outcome or broader context provided.
Mentholatum Offers Quick Relief for Dry Nostrils
An old ad suggests Mentholatum soothes irritated nasal mucosa caused by dryness or dust. It claims the product moistenes nostrils and eases breathing and also benefits sunburn windburn and cracked lips. Available in jars or tubes for 30c.
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