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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1940
Page
2
The remark stresses the price of defeat if attacked and asserts a perfected national defense is essential to deter aggression and ensure security. It underscores the urgency of building robust defenses to prevent costly consequences.
President Roosevelt spoke frankly at the University of Virginia and denounced Italy's entrance into the war and the aims of Hitler and Mussolini. He said the speech echoed the sentiments of about ninety percent of the American people.
The piece argues America must rapidly arm and train for a large reserve force, urging new factories and openness in defense planning. It notes Italy’s wartime stance and critiques congressional defense funding while highlighting a novel preparedness platform and the Lake Tahoe setting as a backdrop to a serialized story about Linda and Mickey.
Mr and Mrs Austin Reeves, early settlers in the Penasco area, host visits described as Pleasant under the dome and suggest Reeves may seek the lower district commissioner seat. Also noted are T J Smith of Hagerman and Lonnie Hite of Frazier sharing local stories and ties to Amos Roswell era figures and state officials.
Republicans fix July 22 for state convention with Las Vegas as only bid city. John Emmons to form platform and name convention committee, while debates stress reforms and primary openness for women and race. Flag Week declared by Gov Miles ahead of Flag Day. Record want ads note results.
The piece reflects on Hillie Lewis known as Hillie in Roswell as he and his family prepare to leave with their regiment for Albuquerque. It notes his deep community integration as a builder and citizen and marks the bittersweet tone of farewell. Also mentions Hagerman pillar I B McCormick and Buck Spurrier reporting good forage crops and minimal losses at shearing, plus quail kept by Spurrier.
Came Jack Sweatt of Hager speaks on tax matters and reports cotton looking good with no cause for worry. No further issues are mentioned.
In Santa Fe and Albuquerque two men Paul Gonzales and Alfonso de Baca are 400 miles apart, with automobile license plates numbered 1940 and 1540. The Coronado Cuarto Centennial Commission reviewed New Mexico records to identify plates 1540 1940 tied to the Coronado theme for the Centennial year, linking 1540 to Coronado's 1540 expedition start and 1940 to the 400th anniversary.
Advertisement for canning rhubarb, English peas and cherries from Andersons Gardens. Product urged for home preserving with seasonal harvest offerings.
A reader asks about constipation and dietary habits. The guidance suggests breakfast options like Kellogg's All Bran, explains bulk forming foods aid regularity, and recommends water intake. It notes All Bran is a natural food, not a medicine, and advises consulting a physician if the condition is chronic.
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