12 Mar 1942
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1942
Page
1
George L. May, urged by neighbors, jumped into a pursuing car after spotting a theft. The suspected thief offered a push and claimed the stolen vehicle. The chase paused when the car stalled, leaving the outcome unclear.
A Dexter tea shower honored Mrs. Billy Bob Case, a recent bride, with Mmes. George Wilcox and others hosting from three to five. The event featured singing, a Dan Cupid entrance by Jerry Jarnagin, a lace tea table, and a three tier cake. Also noted were town activities and club notices including a revised cleanup campaign and local society meetings.
After heavy wind and dust, Hagerman adults discuss club activities. Mrs. C. W. Curry presided at a Friday meeting with delegates elected for the Albuquerque state convention. Mrs. Losey summarized school matters, and Ms. Gilmore choir and guest speakers shared community service notes and a poem collection by Mrs. Mitchell.
Mr and Mrs Dosier with their young son travel to Carlsbad for medical care amid fears of mastoid trouble. The brief item notes the family's trip and the health concern without further details.
In Denver at Lowry Field the Revmeter staff canvassed grocers to collect 50 pounds of sugar for Sgt John Connors mother. She had mailed him cookies every two weeks but this week sent a note that she was out of sugar.
Famed correspondent Floyd Gibbons lost an eye while covering the battle of Chateau Thierry with United States Marines, a notable wartime sacrifice connected to the late reporter.
The Department of Agriculture designates April 5 to 11 as National 4-H Mobilization Week to enlist 1.5 million farm youth and 150,000 leaders in a seven point defense program. Camp canceled due to war. 4-H clubs continue projects in foods conservation clothing defense bonds and scrap drives while teaching democratic principles.
On their own farms youths learned sewing, health, machinery care, citizenship duties, and other acre skills valuable in war effort, reflecting community efforts to prepare citizens during wartime.
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