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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1933
Page
7
A fragment from the Roswell Daily Record announces newspaper masthead details and Associated Press rights. It shows publication metadata including editors and the 1903 filing and Congressional act references, with standard AP republication rights retained.
A July 24 1983 article urges a 20 mill tax limitation amendment to the New Mexico constitution to curb state spending. It argues expenditures over twenty million dollars annually can be cut and notes alternative taxes such as a sales tax. The New Mexico State Record attacks prohibition, calling hypocrisy on the record.
The text notes that Smith has been made a doctor of laws and serves as a director of the New York Life Insurance Co. It adds that while the writer seldom agrees with Smith, he is regarded as a great American.
A New York judge discharged detainees accused of nudity with the statement that the human body is beautiful to be displayed. The text also criticizes a federal violation and claims the East celebrates the New Deal with nude parties of men and women.
The Tucumcari News notes Jim Lamb seeks spotlight by challenging big corporations but lacks legal authority to act. It suggests enlisting a troop of Popsuckers to enforce traffic laws, hinting at criticism and possible future compliments instead of current Bronx-style laughter.
The Santa Fe New Mexican lauds the state penitentiary warden for the orderly, clock like handling of New Mexico’s first electric executions. It commends the midnight death time and suggests limiting witnesses to the legally required minimum to curb morbid curiosity. The paper notes no fault in peace officers' access but urges excluding curious onlookers.
The Tucumcari News argues the party’s only chance is to move Selly out of New Mexico and install Hockenhall as governor, then push Andy to clean the slate and deliver a businesslike administration. It contends Hockenhall would be a formidable opponent if seated.
The piece recalls how Copernicus Galileo and Tesla faced ridicule for new ideas. It notes Tesla at 97 continuing to push unconventional science, echoing the trial of early pioneers and suggesting vindication of the derided. The tone mirrors a retrospective on scientific dissent and persistence.
A mother reflects on investng time and care in children likening it to gold railing on a building. Early loving attention prevents later behavior problems and distance, while neglect yields more trouble later. The piece contrasts attentive parenting with brass railings that appear cheaper but demand more effort later.
A verbose tribute to Barney Leonard praising courage and self sacrifice, urging support for his family rather than monuments. It weaves in a satirical jab at politics, cites Wiley Post and Jimmie Mattern, and ends with travel notes from Meredith New Hampshire about the Old Man of the Mountain and scenic Ausable Chasm with light social commentary.
By Gladys Bevans a discussion on toilet training for babies argues against early forced continence. It promotes natural rest, gradual readiness, and joint gentle practice with parents, emphasizing definite routines and consistent timing to avoid stress and punishment while allowing development.
The fifteenth annual American Legion Mexico department convention in Tucumcari opens August 3 with H K Grubbs chairing. speakers, entertainment, and a grand parade planned. Delegates enjoy a golf tournament arranged by Jim Conwell as notable players may enter.
The column cites business thinkers Babson Carver Crutchfield Fisher Ford Laemmie and others warning repeal would harm business. It notes liquor interests offer no economist to support repeal and urges readers to think it over before voting.
Announcement that the upholstery and repair shop from Purdy's Furniture Store relocates to 426 North Richardson. Includes contact phone 1512J. Adv. J2itée.
A fragment from the El Paso Herald Post recalls a quote about discovering a new energy source. It compares the visionary to Copernicus Galileo and other pathfinders who faced mockery, yet persisted, believing the world would be proven wrong.
The Las Vegas Optic laments the World Economic Conference for revealing nationalist stiffening of resolve that could stifle trade and foster war. It urges great powers to press for international understanding and constructive results from their representatives, warning that only progress will satisfy thoughtful citizens.
A humorous note on watermelon eating contests recalls a Century of Progress event where a boy finished a very large melon in ten minutes. The piece questions progress without historical context in eating speed a century ago.
The Commerce Department announced June figures showing exports of 118.9 million dollars and imports of 122.0 million, marking the first unfavorable trade balance since August 1931. An excess of imports of 1.871 million occurred in August 1931.
The Madrid Miners routed the Bernalillo Legion 17 to 2 in the Central New Mexico League opener. The Legionnaires struggled in their first league game, as Madrid dominated on offense and defense throughout the contest.
Sweltering easterners flock to Denver as they journey to cooler Rocky Mountains for the weekend. Railroads report rising eastward travel, nearing normal, with special round trip rates across all lines.
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