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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1934
Page
7
Roswell Daily Record details the newspaper’s publication schedule, staff roles and editors, office and subscription info, pricing, and Associated Press association status. Includes city editors and advertising staff, with address and circulation terms.
An official told congressional investigators that about eleven million dollars in veterans estates funds were illegally or doubtfully invested. The piece cites alleged abuses and explains critics say such schemes drain veterans while alive and loot estates after death. It discusses political manipulation in New Mexico aiming at Miguel A. Otero Jr. and warns of implications for future gubernatorial nominating campaigns.
The Albuquerque Journal questions whether a platform for consolidating New Mexico’s many educational institutions can gain traction amid scattered schools and fierce local resistance. Old Disappointment Andy warns state departments to cut budgets, but action remains doubtful as critics dismiss his influence.
The San Francisco Chronicle asserts that freedom of the press is the sole hope of freedom for the people. It warns that dictatorship, whether Communist, Fascist, or Nazi, subdues the press, leaving the public only hearing the dictator's choice and eroding democracy.
A reader column argues Santa Fe should enforce state liquor regulations to curb saloon influence and corruption. It contrasts Santa Fe with other towns, cites recent looseness after the state’s liquor policy shift, and urges city leaders to act firmly against licenced businesses and violators.
The Santa Fe New Mexican argues for strict liquor-control to prevent future trouble. It urges the city government to keep a lid on the liquor business, stressing a vigorous clean-up to avoid immense future grief.
The sermon collection presents guiding maxims on health patriotism religion broad mindedness courage sincerity and piety. It frames health as working without hunger, patriotism as serving, religion as respecting others, broad mindedness as patience with errors, courage as standing alone, sincerity as selfless, and piety as worship across forms.
The Record announces R. P. Perry Bean as a 24 candidate for the Democratic nomination for Sheriff of Chaves County subject to party action.
K J House Sr authorizes The Record to announce his candidacy for nomination as sheriff of Chaves County subject to the Democratic party action. The notice names the candidate and the political condition for the race.
Homer Dunagan announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Sheriff of Chaves County subject to the party’s decision. He positions himself as a qualified candidate pending party endorsement.
Mrs Julia Prasher is named as a candidate for Superintendent of Schools in Chaves county subject to Democratic party decision. The announcement signals her bid and party alignment ahead of the selection process.
Ralph A. Sheeham announces The Daily Record has authorized Lim to seek the Democratic nomination for County Clerk of Chaves County, contingent on the party's will.
Mrs Harold E Crosby is announced as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Treasurer of Chaves County subject to the Democratic party decision.
Charlie Lawey announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for County Assessor in Chaves County, pending the outcome of the Democratic Primary.
Just received the first shipment from Mountain Park. Anderson Gardens Jitfe.
Gilbert Redd visits his wealthy stepbrother Uncas Cresap at his Kettle Pond estate and uncovers a double murder scene in the Cresap boathouse. Cresap lies slain in a chair with a head wound while Wong Gee the butter lies on a couch with a broken-neck appearance. Chief Taper and Dr. Finch arrive as the inquiry begins, with the case to continue tomorrow.
Sidelights note a secret visit by Secretary Wallace to New Mexico, praised for consulting expert H L Kent on soil and range, yet questioned for secrecy and political undertones. They urge sightseeing beyond EL Paso Dam and Elephant Butte, and praise Las Cruces road work costing 93000 dollars with 13000 yards of concrete, plus possible further ditch cementing funding.
A letter discusses a mother-in-law conflict over a card for a son’s wife and an eight and a half year old child living with the mother-in-law. The piece urges tolerance, shared households, and tact, arguing the younger woman should show appreciation for the mother-in-law’s care.
Albuquerque reports seventy eight men in New Mexico CCC camps whose enrollments end June 39 will be allowed to reenlist for the period ending about October 1. Between four and eight men from each camp will reenlist to provide experienced tenders for new recruits. Record want-ads get results.
Mrs J A Tower of Carthage Texas reports long use of Thedford’s Black-Draught for headaches caused by constipation. She says a dose when symptoms begin relieves pressure and ends days of suffering. The advertisement emphasizes the product as a purely vegetable laxative for home use.
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