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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1942
Page
6
The text lists a series of crossword style clues for horizontal and vertical entries, then shifts to a wartime enrollment plan. It forecasts adding about 3,000,000 to the 40,000,000 already engrossed, aiming to cover national resources for the army, with possible mobilization of noncombatant workers and uncertain draws in certain divisions. The passage ends reflecting national need.
Sidelight notes a yearly decline in country editors as daily papers and distillers gain control. At last session there is talk of handing leadership to daily men or self-appointed rulers, forming a Country Publishers and Printers Association. If a convention occurs, the three country publishers may remain isolated, signaling potential wider reorganizations.
Senator Carl A. Hatch pledges a restrained campaign with minimal hullabaloo while rivals Johnson and Putney expand use of newspapers mail and air. McManus weighs changes to past tactics as draft age regulation sets June 30 registration for 18 to 19 year olds and broader 20-year-olds.
The actor John Barrymore toured Carlsbad Caverns posing under a false name. He and his secretary registered quietly, avoiding recognition by visitors and staff. A local newspaperman recalled the moment and noted New Mexico’s apparent indifference to the famous visitor.
Atlanta pitcher Pep Rambert, a standout in the Southern Association, would qualify for a key spot by showing versatility as he has filled roles as catcher, third baseman, shortstop, outfielder and pinch hitter in addition to his pitching duties.
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