Dies committee flags Communist activity in the Southwest
A New Mexico oriented column reports Dies committee findings alleging Communist influence in the United States, noting promises to Mexican nationals, connections with Mexican Communists, and broader activity across the Americas, with reference to Argentina and the Pan American conference. The piece also discusses potential electoral impacts in Eddy, Otero, Dona Ana, Grant, Luna, Hidalgo, and Lincoln counties, and mentions Jack Dempsey and Willkie.
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Dies
United States
Southwest
Texas
Reds
Mexico
New Mexico
Arizona
California
Colorado
Germany
Central
South America
Argentina
Italy
Havana
Europe
Americas
Associated Press
WPA
New York City
America
Dies Committee
Grant
Luna
Hidalgo
Dempsey
Tingley
Lincoln
Chavez
Farm population on the increase in 1940
The farm population on January 1, 1940, reached 32,245,000, the largest in 24 years, according to estimates of the Bureau of Agricultural Economics received by officials.
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Bureau of Agricultural Economics
W. A. Wunsch
New Mexico Extension Service
Bureau
West North Central
Judith and Roy survive crash and await rescue
In a frozen night in the mountains, Judith, Roy, Ellen, Dudley, and the Egyptian Severes endure a wrecked plane, injuries, and cold. They improvise shelter, share scarce heat, and await a search as Jenks and Ware head into the night for help. A plane later spots the fire and delivers hope of rescue.
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Judith
Dudley
Ellen
Ware
Roy
Jenks
Tex
Pittsburg
Monsieur Severes
Cairo
Egypt
Severes
Heart
America
Europe
Vera Breen
King Features Syndicate
Iaa
All Politicians Alike Across Borders and Texas
A Texas observer recounts a Mexican journalist’s claim that all politicians are alike amid the week’s elections and a machine-dominated process. The piece notes voter suppression, bribery, and looming results, while predicting Roosevelt and Wallace carry Texas. The Chihuahua writer counters that dictatorial methods exist everywhere and Americans should not lecture Mexico.
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Ilinois
Republic
Congress
Mexico
Chihuahua
United States
The Texas Situation and Governor O'Daniel
The piece notes a fair analysis of Texas affairs with broad respect for Uvalde attorney Jack Garner. It highlights a strong effort to persuade Garner to seek the governorship, though prospects seem unlikely, driven by a motive to remove Governor O'Daniel.
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Texas
Daily Crossword Across and Down Puzzle Clues Set
A printable crossword grid with across and down clues covering tangles objects virtues and common terms. Clues mention a Norse god vaulting roof burial violence ditches officer's assistant and many everyday words including fish jug and cardinal directions. Yesterday's answer hints at completed puzzle theme.
Texas Sees Shifting Loyalties In 1940 Choices
The piece argues growing resentment toward men and methods, noting Willkie stock rising while voters back O'Daniel and Roosevelt Wallace in a looming showdown. It asserts Texas remains Democratic beyond religious issues, with incomes and business influence shaping the outcome as primaries approach.
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Texas
O’daniel
Roosevelt
Wallace
Willkie
al Smith
North of the Border Eddy County political buzz grows
North of the Border reports Eddy County politics as candidates seek second terms. The piece praises county officials led by assessor Dick Westaway, sheriff Hal Gage, and commissioner Charley Montgomery, noting Dick Atteberry has no opponent for treasurer. The writer lauds the incumbents and the steady, self described governance.
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Eddy County
New Mexico
Dick Westaway
Hal Gage
Charley Montgomery
Dick Atteberry
Moseley's Hamburgers Paired With Rochester Root Beer
A local diner promotes Moseley s famous hamburgers paired with Rochester root beer on a cool patio. The ad invites customers to relax in a soothing atmosphere, enjoy refreshing drinks, and appetizing food.
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Moseley’s
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Alamogordo
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Dona Ana
Fedralistas
Clyde Tingley
Hartford, Conn
Greece
Federal Court For Naturalization
Peter Reader
Panagiotis Chatziananagnostou
Dexter News
Home Extension Club
Claudia Starling
Dexter
Billie Ree Grantham
East Grand Plains
Jean Frances Greening
Elmer Bible
Cahoon Park
Extension Club
Pauline Cowan
Glyn Starling
Mary Thompson
John Bell
P. E. Jarnagin
M. H. Jarnagin
Claude Pollard
Art Carter
Geo. Sterrett
Mary Marshall
R. A. Rawdon
Edd Bunch
Hammer
Glyn
Johnan Starling
Curtis Sharp
Frank Reinecke
John Bible
Charles Beck
A. C. Pinson, Jr
Ray West
Loman Wiley
Joyce Seefeld
Causey
N. M
W. D. Hudson
Harriett Wier
Maggie Wier
Hagerman
Stalling
Rutie Steager
Marjorie
Doris Steager
Joe Coleman
Las Cruces
George Sterrett
Lincoln County
Phyllis Wilcox
Presbyterian Church
Miss Bible
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Rodona Kerr
Willima Faye
Martha Grace Schopphock
Emmett Jarnagin
Norman Butts
Billy Jo Hurford
Hood
Clara Rae
Whiteman
Frank Wortman
Norma Jean
Vera Brown
Seattle
The
Seattle Times
Dog Pelter
Ship of State
Daily Crossword
D. Firearm
A Roamer
Constellation T
Ang
Reere
Torrid
King Features Syndicate. Inc
Donald Duck
East Second Stree
Walt Disney
Coronado
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