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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1939
Page
8
Santa Fe New Mexico announces new gold plated badge for port inspectors with an enameled sun symbol and a rampant eagle at the center. Field chief Earl Stull also notes forthcoming tan wool gabardine uniforms resembling dress army attire.
An evening of music and good times at Monks Open Air Garden showcases a lively Jubilee Night with a broad audience enjoying performances and festive atmosphere.
The Lions-Bar Boys' club beat CCC Camp 9 to 2 in a city league softball game played under cloudy skies with solid crowd turnout. Lions-Bar pitcher Choate and Arthur Cowan held CCC to two runs, while Woods of CCC struck out seven and allowed thirteen hits.
Dr. T W Brabham pastor of the First Methodist Church spoke to Ad Club about fundamental business practices that apply to any thriving institution. He compared church and business growth and outlined daily actions for prosperity, drawing warm applause at the end.
President Roosevelt clashed with Senate foes over the administration monetary bill as House leaders seek to block a Republican delay. The debate centers on extending the dollar devaluation authority and funding for relief programs while deadlines loom for WPA and other appropriations. Roosevelt warned that denying renewal would empower Wall Street and threaten national defense.
Approximately 275 boys and leaders from Chaves and Eddy counties depart Roswell for Sacramento Mountain camp near Weed. Buses will pick up detachments at Frazier Chavez Berren do LFC East Grand Plains Roswell and meet Eddy clubs at Artesia, then head west. Camp runs until Sunday with nine meals and lectures by G R Hatch Erna Wildermuth Ernest Leckman and State Game Warden Elliott Barker.
Mrs. A M Norman died early today in Fort Worth Texas. Services will be held there tomorrow. Dr McKinley Norman pastor of the Baptist Church here was at her bedside. He will return to Roswell on Friday. The Louis Galento fight is scheduled to start at seven oclock Roswell time tonight.
Dr T E Boggs at 309 N Main St offers eye exams and glasses fitted. Glasses ground in house by expert technicians. Broken lenses are duplicated immediately. Phone 21 for appointment.
Roswell pools now feature licensed lifeguards at Bottomless Lakes, Municipal, and Country Club sites with Red Cross Life Saving Service supervision. Guards Carl Causey Kurt McLaughlin Bennie Jordan John Kelly and Gray Hassel ensure water safety. Roswell praised for pool safety measures and Red Cross recognition.
A building permit is issued to P. Sanders for a 3 room residence at 914 North Union with estimated cost of 250 dollars.
A complaint of receiving and concealing stolen goods has been filed in El Paso against F. Flores Jr of Juarez per state police Sgt Jack Nichols. The charges relate to recent thefts in Roswell and the southwest and to the uncovering of a ring handling stolen goods in El Paso.
Victor High School defeated NYA yesterday in the city tournament by 16 to 1. The Leins beat the Rec ord team 7 to 1, while Dispatch lost to High School 15 to 12 on Monday. League standings show Lions 8 0 1.000 and High School 3-2.
In a special session, Roswell city council granted liquor licenses to twelve firms including the Elks Club, Monk's Bright Spot, Roswell Package Store, Bank Bar, Dinty Moore's, Moseley's Coronado Tavern, Nickson Cocktail Lounge, Berry's Cafe, Smoke House, Collins Bar, Cantina Bar, and the Green Lantern, while denying one to Mrs. Jim Gonzales of La Mexicana Bar. The council also approved water main work near the Eastern New Mexico State Fair site pending pipe supply, raised monthly wages for three water plant workers, and considered bids for a gravel screen.
The Roswell Rotary Club will hold Thursday noon meetings at the Rotary Boy Scout hut on North Missouri between 8th and 9th streets. Cars may use the Chamber of Commerce for rides. A safety swim school led by Commodore Longfellow of the American Red Cross begins next week at Cahoon Park municipal pool, three hours daily for five days.
For rent a five room furnished house with good location on paved street. Water included and garage. Monthly rent thirty five dollars. Phone numbers 301 or 670. 6 28t1c.
Phoenix observers report that jury selection for Robert Burgunder, charged with the double slaying of Jack Peterson and Ellis M. Eboury, is to continue after today’s session. Judge La Prade and county officials questioned jurors about hearings, church ties, and potential biases from media coverage. Burgunder, whose ex-wife is Mrs. Burgunder, was captured in Johnson City, Tennessee with the demonstrator used in the alleged auto plot.
Mayes Lumber yard fire escalated by combustibles as hoses and many volunteer firefighters fought the flames. Police helped by keeping streets clear while crowds gathered. Water remained on the blaze through the night. Roswell Fire Department requests thanks from The Record and patrons for all helpers. See us for F H A loans and insurance from Daughtry Insurance Agency.
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