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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1954
Page
4
Roswell newspaper announces advertising rates by application and subscription prices for Chaves County New Mexico and other regions. It lists weekly monthly six months and yearly terms, plus publisher and office details at 424 North Main Street Roswell NM.
General Van Fleet urged reopening the Korean war and using atomic power if the United States faces a showdown over Indochina. He favored Asian troops backed by U S air and sea power and a nationalist push on the Chinese mainland if needed. The piece also notes a GOP poem to Joe McCarthy and concerns over Strauss recording commission meetings and a pending wiretap bill.
Frederick Othman muses on a hot Washington summer as Congress stalls on funding and Eisenhower programs. He notes hearings linger into July and predicts a slow pace toward Labor Day while comparing D C heat to Chicago and Kansas City. He describes visitors queuing for seats, and Washington’s summer scene with air conditioned corridors and crowded sidewalks.
Observers speculate John Simms appointed Tom Brown as state Democratic chairman to appeal to the east side and influence GOP trends. The piece doubts pure goodwill gestures and suggests Brown's selection signals belief he will aid the party, with limited practical east side impact amid concerns over party machinery.
After the state supreme court refused a rehearing on a rate case, Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Co. plans to return nearly two million dollars to customers for illegal charges and seeks roughly 80 percent of the original rate increase. The company argues higher revenue is needed to fund postwar expansions, calling the current rate “confiscatory.” The public utility says customers should cover expansion costs, not its own capital, while awaiting the commission’s stance on the new plea.
The piece argues Secretary of State Dulles has abandoned expectations of a Geneva agreement with the Soviet bloc. It criticizes Communist delaying tactics and suggests the United States may be better off ending diplomatic relations with the Reds.
A simple positive remark can make friends feel valued and capable. Giving genuine praise reinforces self esteem and strengthens social bonds.
A concise reflection notes that women rarely suffer from age unless it is assigned by other women, implying social pressure and judgment influence perceptions of aging.
The Las Cruces Sun-News discusses the Supreme Court upholding the Corporation Commission in Mountain States Telephone Co. rate case. It argues that without CC authority rate matters would reach the high court, saving regulatory costs and empowering state regulation. The paper says residents should welcome the court’s decision.
The Gallup Independent admits little sympathy for drivers who cry entrapment after being nabbed by state police radar traps. It notes a distinction between catching a reckless speeder and alleged entrapment as defined by the courts.
The Silver City town council approved a new cigarette tax to fund recreation. Revenue will support park operations on leased state land, with a plan to purchase the 320 acre recreation site.
The Silver City Daily Press notes a cancelled El Paso flight may end the last Phoenix service, threatening local air access. It urges the Chamber of Commerce to preserve the remnant and asks New Mexico's congressional delegation to influence the CAB in support.
The first load of the new season was delivered to a Bovina elevator last Friday signaling market arrival just over the New Mexico line in Texas. Elevator operators admitted the early shipment surprised them after expectations of a late harvest.
Clyde Ely of the Silver City Daily Press visited the Journal and Tribune building in Albuquerque and noted Dan Burrows of the Tribune looks like a metropolitan big shot. Burrows originated in Roswell and remains in touch with friends here.
The Carlsbad Current Argus reports radar speed traps set up in Eddy County at week’s end and continuing for some time. A dozen motorists received tickets the first afternoon of operation.
Bud Taylor of Redlake says he has not had a decent rain on his spread since 1941. The weatherman has offered only occasional showers leaving cattle in need of drought relief and hoping for timely precipitation.
The Portales Daily News reports Roosevelt County was restored to the federal drought relief livestock feed program last Friday as showers fell locally. Moisture, however, did not reach all areas.
Herb C. Davey, a Santa Fe sports figure for decades and former professional baseball player, died last week. He coached city youth in baseball almost until his death. A Clovis man, 50, fined twice over the weekend for drunkenness, totaling 50 dollars.
Eight alleged wetbacks were held in the Eddy County jail for several hours Sunday before local officers notified border patrol. Agents picked them up for presumed removal to Mexico.
The Carlsbad Current-Argus rejects AP claims that Albuquerque air conditioning is so cold it stiffens fingers. It argues the coolness comes from the Duke City climate and suggests moving AP offices to Carlsbad for comfort.
Tax valuations in Roosevelt County are projected to fall about 80 000 dollars from the previous year. The decline mainly stems from farm machinery depreciation as drought slows new purchases and aging equipment loses value quickly.
Editor H. P. Pickrell of the Albuquerque Journal argues that many Americans view Indochina as not an American war and warn that intervention would disrupt the economy and budget plans. He notes the journal’s stance on intervention.
A Washington writer notes that after voting for public housing social security and the St. Lawrence waterway the Republican Congress appears uncertain whether it trails Eisenhower or Truman in the public mind.
25 Years Ago Today June 9, 1929 Cardinals moved within half a game of the Pirates. Mrs Edward Gessert and children vacationed in Alto White Mountains in a tent cabin while work on their new mountain cottage continued. Mr Gessert weekends. Mrs Hugh M Huff and son Joe left for six weeks visiting Birmingham Ala and Tennessee. The trip marked Joe’s graduation from Roswell High School in the Class of 1929.
Santa Fe bid call seeks a Ford or equivalent with red headlamp spotlight two way radio and siren for the attorney general. Gov cleared equipment use despite color and siren restrictions while law limits front red lights and sirens to emergencies.
Industry leaders say supply demand shifts differ by region with gas facing competition from oil and coal. United Gas Corp. president N C McGowen notes pricing pressure in mid Atlantic and northeast, while Tennessee Gas Transmission chief Gardiner Symonds urges targeting premium industrial markets. Costs rise from transportation and distribution, and home heating demand drives biggest growth for gas use.
W. H. Nachtrieb New Mexico commercial manager of the Mountain States Telephone Co. is convalescing at his Santa Fe home after major brain surgery at Mayo Clinic. Associates say it will be months before he can return to work. he now enjoys time in his yard and garden.
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