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Newspaper

Roswell Daily Record

Location

Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1940

Page

2

Titan Tower Tragedy Powers a Bride to Choose Change

Janice dies after leaping from Titan Tower. Linda Morton, shaken by tragedy, wins custody of her grandson after attorney John Blaine reveals the truth about the Morton family. Linda reunites with Steve Hubbard in a hopeful vision of a ranch and a safe life for Mickey.

Linda Janice Titan Tower Bradley Morton John Ralston Blaine Jack Blaine Mr. Morton Mr. Blaine Morton Chicago Linda Morton J. R. Blaine Blaines Junior Mortons Bradley Mortons Mickey Steve Hubbard Steve Lin

Ruidoso golf tournament attracts regional support and prizes

Ruidoso merchants and residents back the Ladies Annual Golf Tournament with cash gifts and prizes from local firms. The event runs June 26 to 29 with qualifying rounds on the 26th, while the Ruidoso Golf Association plans pairings and entertainment for visiting players.

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Daily Crossword Clues Across and Down Puzzle Items

A compact list of crossword prompts across and down with clues and numbers covering common word answers such as sleep terms impersonation peril spatial words and various nouns adjectives and verbs across two directions. The set includes many standard crossword entries from Notch to Meshed fabric and notes on language origins and equivalents.

National defense calls for united nonparty service

The piece urges unity above party lines as Col Frank Knox and Henry Stimson accept roles in Roosevelt’s cabinet. It argues the nation faces grave danger from aggressive powers and must prepare, with capable leaders, to meet any emergency.

Col Frank Knox Henry L. Stimson Roosevelt Bng Knox Stimson Col Knox Congress Navy Department Navy

Sunday Morning Resolve and Vandalism in New Mexico News

A personal Sunday resolve to live simply and faithfully is followed by observations on widespread vandalism in Hillcrest Park and Eastern New Mexico cities. The column laments damage to Girl Scout centers, park facilities, and calls for social solutions, noting costs of watchmen and parent responsibility, then shifts to Fourth of July dangers and a plea to curb fireworks to save lives and reduce injuries.

Girl Scouts Hillcrest Park Hellions Carlsbad Roswell Hobbs New Mexico Johnnie Stone United States America

Talbot Family Roots Highlight Local Press History

The article recalls Gayle Talbot Sr. founding the Artesia Advocate and his son Gayle Talbot Jr. rising in sports writing with the Associated Press. It notes the family’s influence in Eddy and Chaves counties, their moves to Texas, and the fading memory of local journalism pioneers in the area.

Secon Carlsbad Argus Gayle Talbot Associated Press Gayle Talbot Sr Artesia Advocate Jimmie Whalen Ray Blocker South Texas Gayle San Antonio Talbot Eddy Chaves County Bill Mullane Jim Woods Daddy Griffin

Vandalism Sparks Clovis Mayor to Fight Back

Clovis mayor L. J. Stone vows stern action after a wave of vandalism. He cites prior depredations and signals plans to curb ongoing property damage and public nuisance in the city. Local authorities may step up patrols and provide community safeguards.

Clovis L. J. Stone

MerGansers Hunt Draws Praise and Criticism at Alamogordo Lake

An Alamogordo Lake merganser fish duck hunt dated June 20 and 21 spurs praise for the occasion yet warns mergansers harm hatchery fish. Officials note the government’s long protection and a supervising expert sent to oversee the venture as concerns grow over the species’ impact on local fisheries.

Alamogordo Lake Fort Sumner

Amazing Texas Liquor Laws And The Bottle Rule Debate

An old Texas liquor law tale notes that voters intended broad legalization but the rule was enforced as liquor or beer by the bottle. This sparked state wide violations, local resistance, and periodic crackdowns, with El Paso cited as an example of enforcement vs. sentiment. A separate letter from Ralph Agnard of Carlsbad praises Finland for paying US debts despite Russia’s ruinous impact, while Finland prefers continuing payments as national self respect.

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July 4 Fort Stanton Rodeo and Dinner at Roswell

Fort Stanton hosts a one day July 4 celebration featuring a full dinner for 5000, barbecued ham and beans, and a rodeo with Johnny Mullins bucking horses. W C Hendren signs the committee note inviting the general public. admission includes dinner and rodeo for fifty cents.

Roswell New Mexico Evon Fort Stanton Johnny Mullins W. C. Hendren

God Not a Monopoly He Sees All Peoples

A sermon excerpt from Just A Minute by Dan Luther Edwards proclaims that God desires all people to be saved. It emphasizes that divine love transcends tribal, social, and national borders, not favoring any single nation or group. God is Father to all and shines like the sun for everyone.

National League hits leader Hank Danning regains top spot

The National League race remains lively as Hank Danning of the New York Giants climbs to a .362 average, 23 points higher than last Saturday, with Bill Nicholson of the Chicago Cubs at .338. In the American League Lou Finney of the Boston Red Sox leads at .363 after a 4-for-4 day, while Hank Greenberg of Detroit appears among the leaders at .325.

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