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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1940
Page
2
The piece argues the New Deal fractured both parties with nominees and cabinet picks crossing party lines. It lists a Republican ticket pairing Willkie and McNary against a Democratic ticket featuring Roosevelt and Wallace, highlighting cross party nominations and cabinet diversity.
Roswell politics teeter on a knife edge as factions fracture across local races. Voters confront open contests, shifting alliances, and heightened scrutiny of candidates and platforms amid a heated season.
The piece notes AAA travel hints for western historic sites and argues Alaska’s defense relies on rapid buildup. It cites Lieut. Gen. DeWitt’s Alaska inspection, 1000 soldiers arriving, a forecast of 12,099 by 18 months, and bases being installed in temperate Alaska amid fears of Soviet and Japanese proximity.
The CIO maritime union backs a campaign to unseat Congressman Dies, arguing his policies oppose workers’ rights and maritime labor interests. Union leaders urge members and allies to mobilize against his re election bid.
The speaker backs uncovering communist activity nationwide and advocates full backing for Dies. He calls for votes from patriotic citizens in his congressional district, appealing to both Republican and Democratic supporters.
James A. Farley will retire as Democratic National Chairman, to be replaced by a New York friend of President Roosevelt. Reported late Thursday, the move reflects the view that Farley would not seek the post again. Farley opposed a third Roosevelt term, a cited reason for stepping down.
A devotional reflection on the artist’s inner scrutiny as he performs before an audience. The musician watches his old master for judgment more than crowds’ praise, emphasizing that concern should be what God thinks of us above all.
The Civil Aeronautics Authority non college aviation school invites enrollment for a second class at Junior High tonight at seven. Classes last 90 minutes and next week regular evenings Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday begin. Entry costs 6 dollars for competitive group medical exam, 10 dollars for others not needing exam. Eligible applicants include those who passed eighteenth but not twenty sixth by July 1. Call Chamber of Commerce or sign up directly at the class Friday evening.
A dense list of across and down clues for a newspaper style crossword including names, objects, and generic terms such as chair part and attic with many partial entries and scattered hints. No narrative event is described.
Santa Fe police chief Tom Summers orders an end to the disturbances by a 30-man band blamed for fence cutting and blackhand letters near Tierra Amarilla. Lieutenant Roach links the unrest to a Tierra Amarilla land grant feud pending before the U S Supreme Court, with arson suspicions after two attacks. Over 290 miles of fence have been cut since June 25, and several owners received threatening letters.
The ad claims Phillips 66 Poly Gas delivers nearly the same anti-knock performance as premium fuel at regular price. Drivers report noticeable power and mileage gains, suggesting the oil mix offers better pick-up and efficiency without extra cost.
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