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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1954
Page
4
A notice from the Roswell Daily Record lists advertising rate submission upon application and subscription rates by mail and carrier. It notes the paper’s publication schedule and address, with details on national and AP news use rights.
A June 1 appeal to the House Subcommittee on Flood Control urged Public Works funds for the Two Rivers project west of Roswell. The case cited 47 floods in 57 years causing up to 10 million in potential damages, protecting Walker Air Force Base and much of Roswell’s property and economic life.
The state moves to crack down on lawyers who solicit personal injury cases for railroads and other facilities, including fee splitting and ethics violations. Bird dogging and large one day settlements are cited as years of practice, with hopes the action will lead to fair settlements for injured clients and reduce exploitation by solicitors.
The editorial argues President Eisenhower should not blanket endorse every Republican candidate for Congress this fall. It notes past endorsement in 1952 led to embarrassment when an unexpected outcome occurred and urges scrutiny of nominees for ability and moral standards to protect the country.
A reflective line questions whether hosts go to lengths to comfort guests, making visitors feel settled in and welcome through anxious or deliberate acts.
A brief note asserts that American school children are among the healthiest in the world though some still suffer brief illness spells.
Hope village schedules a Saturday event to celebrate finishing its water system with a parade barbecue and hoedown dance. Floats are being built for the parade as residents anticipate the festivities. Artesia Advocate endorses Tom Brown for state Democratic committee chair citing leadership to unite the party and advance progress. Tucumcari officials arrange free weekday bus transportation for children to the municipal swimming pool from Central School, with school providing the buses and city supplying fuel.
County Sanitarian Bill Graham of Tucumcari says the city's water supply is among the best in the state. New equipment to add chlorine to the supply has been purchased by the city.
Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia aims to use American capital to expand the national coffee industry. The Albuquerque Journal notes coffee drinkers may welcome cheaper, more plentiful coffee if his plan succeeds.
The Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe will get $100,000 from Florence Dibell Bartlett’s estate. After all debts and bequests are paid, remaining estate assets go to a trust for museum support with interest funding ongoing.
In a discussion on American business the Clovis News Journal concludes that profits today create better jobs tomorrow. The piece emphasizes the link between corporate gains and future employment opportunities.
The Clovis News Journal reports a feud between the Albuquerque Dukes and the Clovis Pioneers. WTNM President Hal Sales warns team managers including Roswell’s Tom Jordan to declare peace or face fines and suspensions.
Civic and official bodies in Grant County request financial help from the Civil Aeronautics Authority to upgrade the Grant County airport runways. The county promoters estimate a $75,000 sum is needed to complete the improvements.
Clyde Ely of Silver City weighs in on Artesia where two dailies have started publishing. He notes the conflict stirs fury, arguing battles harm the community and restraint is preferable.
The Las Cruces Sun-News reports a sharp rise in electricity use in Dona Ana County with 93 new connections in May for homes and business sites.
Orville Priestley editor of the Las Cruces Sun-News says town supporters and detractors alike acknowledge the paper is the only medium reaching buyers. He argues advertisers buy guaranteed circulation, not newspaper policy, with the Sun-News being the sole outlet offering it.
A Portales couple remodeled their home and installed an antique door that once served as the door to a barn and later came from an old Portales bar. The Daily News notes the unusual provenance and urges careful wording in describing the piece.
Portales Daily News notes Roosevelt County faces money troubles as revenue will cover only premiums for the year leaving no funds for building repairs and improvements. Commissioners are asked to add 2200 to the annual budget for repairs and say they are willing but seek sources for the money.
Commissioners study the practicability of lowering county office salaries to reduce expenses. A shift to second class status could yield about 19000 in additional revenue for Roosevelt County.
The Journal argues the city needs a large modern pool as youngsters lack swimming facilities and supports the YMCA plan to build one in Albuquerque.
Drew Pearson recounts the Chicago Tribune backed Cohn and Schine gumshoe trip through Europe. They visited Frankfort and other cities probing libraries and officials while chasing a notebook dispute and press clashes.
In Santa Fe the selection of Tom Brown of Artesia as state Democratic chairman triggers a looming central committee vote. The shuffle includes a new vice chairwoman, a treasurer candidate Joe Grant, a secretary Leo Valdez, and four vice chairmen. ten executive committee terms expire and new district picks follow. Brown’s profile as a devout businessman and churchman signals a reformist direction while ties to Sen. Anderson and Gov. Simms shape factional balance.
Twenty five years ago today Brown's supporters pushed for a pharmacist licensing exemption tied to a rejected measure vetoed by Gov. Mechem. Joe's brother Tom warns he faces ineligibility for state service if he runs, quelling gossip about his liquor chief bid. In party strategy, Jack Cline of Farmington advocates gain in the Republican council as a counter to a one sided spread. New Mexico's touted literate status contrasts with a 16 percent higher college graduate rate than the national average. Open bidding at the state purchasing office remains limited with 84 percent of business exempt and many contracts under 200 dollars without advertising while fixed charges pass through.
In a Washington hearing Joseph N. Welch, 64, walked out weeping after exposing the roughness of the Senate clash with McCarthy. He had defended Army counsel John G. Adams and Frederick Fisher, revealing tensions inside the Eisenhower administration.
The Fort Myers News-Press reports a theft in Tampa where suspects removed coffee valued at 2695 dollars from a warehouse. Investigators are reviewing security footage and seeking witnesses in the incident.
Sam Stolaroff and his son reached Southampton England on June 1 during a European tour visiting multiple countries.
In Washington the trend of recording phone conversations expands as aides listen in on officials and politicians. Ray Jenkins altered shocking words during hearings while Panel members like Stevens and McCarthy faced disclosure of private exchanges.
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