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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1939
Page
10
The piece notes heat relief at night with 66 degrees, forecasts little rain, and cites growing forest fire risk from dry conditions in the mountains west Taos and other western forests. It also mentions Roswell delaying oiling projects and upcoming street oiling or paving plans.
A Roswell Shriners ceremonial parade is planned for this Saturday. The piece discusses rival views on closing New Mexico fishing streams over alleged lack of cooperation between fishermen and the state to prevent forest fires. It argues for state owners dialogue, supervision, and possible agreements to keep streams open while protecting owners.
Efforts push to establish a baseball park for Roswell youths. Community leaders vow support, stressing the need for a safe place for boys to play and practice. The project aims to provide opportunities, foster sportsmanship, and enrich local recreation.
Will Robinson reflects on the Baron Reavis case, noting his six year penitentiary sentence and the impossibility of restoring millions bilked. The piece questions sovereignty claims east of the Rio Grande and condemns the schemer as a derelict, with focus on a wife misled by his deceit.
A fragment notes a cautious mindset in handling all events and the propriety of a thorough but rough court inquiry. It emphasizes vigilance and prudent scrutiny of proceedings. The text hints at judicial decorum guiding examinations without detailing specific cases or dates.
The Lions Club of Santa Fe plans a public fireworks party to celebrate a dry period aware of fire risks. They are raising a jackpot to fund a good sized display at a safe location, inviting town residents to enjoy the celebration. The effort promotes safe, responsible enjoyment and keeps people off crowded roads.
The Hobbs News-Sun reported record grocery display advertising last Friday with a thousand inches of space including two double tracks of 320 inches each. It featured cut-rate druggists displays and metro style expansion, aimed at benefiting the buying public.
Builders pop over the Seminole Highway No 62 contract linking Savannah Ga to Los Angeles and forming the shortest direct line from the south to Carlsbad Caverns The Hebbs oilfield adds to transcontinental travel interest and New Mexico stands to benefit from the road project efforts.
A brief note argues the aim of attracting tourist revenue as the central strategy in the local economy. It emphasizes engagement with visitors as the key to economic participation and growth for the community.
The piece notes the announcement of corn bread served to the king and queen during their White House visit with the Roosevelts and urges Eleanor Roosevelt to ensure good corn bread, recalling Hoover's failed effort to teach Britons to embrace corn bread during wheat shortages.
Fred Edwards, a student at Texas A M College, studies castor beans and their oil, fiber, and fertilizer uses. Researchers at Belton and Las Cruces test forty-five varieties, exploring irrigation in New Mexico and western Texas, while noting labor costs and potential for industrial uptake in chemurgy.
The sermon discusses Peter wishing to stay on the mountain top after Jesus’ transfiguration. It argues the summit is for preparation, not abandonment, so believers can return to the valley to relieve suffering and serve others. The message emphasizes equipping for daily ministry.
Delegates from various cities opposed the 1.45 million bond measure. They pressed Governor Miles to defer the election, a move he cannot legally grant, but officials favored not calling the vote to derail the proposal while most delegates, aside from under local pressure, backed submission.
Southern delegates express strong disappointment over New Mexico’s failure to finish Highway 74 from Velarde to Taos. They note Taos scenic corridor and oil readiness, urge end to petty politics, and argue travelers and tourism deserve better treatment. Eagles Nest and Raton delegates voiced disgust at the road’s condition.
The 13 mile dirt stretch from Dilia bridge over the Pecos to 66 near Santa Rosa would transform New Mexico travel. Completing 84 to 66 would reroute tourists from 85 and ease southeastern travel, boosting access to Santa Fe and Carlsbad Caverns with demand for faster routes. The project is described as the state highway department’s top remaining gap and should be done promptly.
The annual county officers convention drew 175 registrants this year with about fifty politicians present for propaganda themed gatherings. The Yucca hotel hosted a 250 guest banquet Monday night and departmental sessions showed strong interest and a lively turnout.
A new soil conservation project for the upper Pecos river watershed was announced by Hugh G. Calkins regional conservator. Severe surface soil erosion and gully erosion threaten farms and public improvements downstream and the Alamogordo dam. The plan seeks broad conservation treatment, tying together SCS efforts with other agencies while relying on local labor and community cooperation. The designation covers about 1.8 million acres across San Miguel and Guadalupe counties and parts of Mora and Torrance counties.
State officers watched for three men after a safe at the Denver and Rio Grande railway office in Aztec was blown open. No money was found. An unidentified man sought medical help early today, suggesting a possible injury from the blast.
In Omaha Nebraska high operating costs push Riverview Zoo to the brink as the lions and bears consume substantial funding and resources. Officials warn continued expenses threaten exhibits and staffing. Public support and potential funding moves are being considered to stabilize operations.
New 1939 40 cotton marketing quota rules raise penalties for excess marketings. 3 cents per pound on excess 1939 crop, 2 cents on carryover excess from 1938. Carryover penalties lifted if total marketed stays within lint allotment. Blue cards identify carryover penalty cotton. white cards for no carryover. red cards for overplanting.
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