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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1934
Page
8
B P Melendy II a CCC Camp chief engineer fell seriously ill Tuesday afternoon. He was transported to his Clovis home Wednesday morning by Ballard ambulance.
The social gathering planned at Mrs Prwin's home this Friday by the B A U of the Baptist Church has been postponed because many members are ill.
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Matilda Rameriz died last night at 8 30 at the family home 131 East Tilden brief funeral services were held at St John s Catholic Church this afternoon at three Interment was in South Park Cemetery under Ballard Funeral Home direction
Excelsior Cleaners advertises as Master Dyers offering dyeing for Cellosilk materials and silk or woolens. Business lists address at 116 South Main Street and phone heading.
The body of Myrtle Quincy Allen died at home here Tuesday afternoon was sent to Hennessy Oklahoma his old home for funeral services Sunday afternoon. Mrs Allen and her mother Mrs Pearlbert accompanied the body. The Allard Funeral Home handled local arrangements.
P D Wilkins, appointed administrator of the John Wilkins estate in Chaves County New Mexico on March 1934 by Probate Judge C C Hill, warns all creditors to file claims within one year or be barred. Also includes an advertisement for Excelsior Cleaners at 116 South Main St detailing cleaning services.
Assistant district attorney Lake J. Frazier returned to Roswell this morning from Carlsbad where he attended Eddy county district court. Judge James B. McGhee was due to arrive this afternoon to sentence prisoners from the term. Six convictions occurred, three pleas of guilty, one case dismissed, three acquitals, one instructed not guilty verdict, and one case transferred to Chaves county on a change of venue. The Will Murrah driving animals case was set for April 13 in Roswell.
New Mexico Military Institute hosted a large barbecue at Forsythe West six miles west of Roswell with an estimated 1000 to 1500 attendees including the cadet corps. Captain R L Bates oversaw the meal from baby beef purchased at a 4-H sale, with extensive food and beverages counted. Cadets then conducted a field maneuver under Major B H Conner, Reds versus Blues, witnessed by Captain R H Bower and reserve officers. no side claimed victory as maneuvers prepared for the government inspection on April 17 and 18.
Col. Harry R Andrew attended a noon barbecue dinner hosted by the New Mexico Military Institute. Andrew had been ill and confined at home for six weeks but expects to return to his Spring and Forging Company business soon.
Gallon container plants two years old show heavy bloom this season. Adv. Mrs L H Weller 605 N Washington.
Miss Mary Ellen Shaw and Miss Sylvia Jones, both of Roswell, have been appointed chairmen of the Y. W. C. A. devotional and Mexican night school committees, respectively, at Southwestern College, Winfield, Kansas, where they are students.
A historic newspaper snippet advertises a Luxor oil permanent wave for $1.00 offered three days weekly by Old Mission School of Beauty Culture. Contact via Phone 182 Adv. 219 N Main Mietfe.
The regular Thursday Santa Fe stock train from Pecos Valley to the Kansas City market moved today as usual. Four cars led from Roswell, but the total train length was not learned. The train departs in motion and arrives in Roswell late in the afternoon.
We thank friends and neighbors for their sympathy during our loved one’s illness and passing. Signed by D J Shrecengost, Donald, William and Margery Shrecengost, and relatives.
Advertised prices include eggs at 12 1 2 cents per dozen and country butter at 24 cents, Galion peaches 45 cents, gallon blackberries 45 cents, gallon plums 4 1/2 cents, pure pig sausage 12 1/2 cents, salmon tall pink 1 dime, lard 4 pounds for 38 cents. Gross' Cash Grocery phone 711.
Santa Fe reports that Governor A W Hockenhull may seek a seat on the state supreme court against Chief Justice J C Watson. Lawmakers and advisors clash on eligibility as they study the constitution and statutes.
Neil Watson was the yesterday’s winner in The Record’s news tip contest for a county Republican committee meeting. He receives two theatre tickets for Friday. daily tickets are offered for the best tip with simple instructions to phone in.
The Record notes voters in Roswell may cast one alderman vote in each of the city’s five wards in the April 3 election. The reminder clarifies who is qualified to vote and where to cast ballots.
Askren and Frank Wortman were chosen this afternoon to represent the Republican organization of Chaves county at the Republican state Central Committee meeting to be held in Santa Fe on Saturday.
Crowds toured the Central Hardware showroom at Third and Main as Frigidaire’s 1934 line debuted. Visitors, both men and women, examined storage space, ice trays, and new hydrators while noting the twin cylinder super power unit. Duke minier hailed a brighter mood and strong buying interest as dealers nationwide joined the launch in a record line of fifteen models. Marion Turney, 37, wholesale meat trader and World War veteran, died at his home after illness. he leaves a son, a father, and a sister with funeral plans to be announced by Talmage Mortuary.
The House and Senate debated veterans allowances and pay restorations with votes delaying the independent offices bill. The Senate backed larger veterans aid while President Roosevelt warned of a veto if the 118 million dollar allocation remains. Rainey forecasted a veto if liberal allowances pass. A naval treaty bill conference report was adopted and sent to the Senate for action.
Excelsior Cleaners and Dyers advertises guaranteed cleaning and dyeing services at 116 South Main Street with the phone number 6.
Excelsior Cleaners offers Easter coat and dress cleaning with a phone contact and address at 116 South Main Street Adv. Hand embroidered Easter dresses in pastel shades supplied by Art Gift Shop at 107 West 4th Street Adv. Record Wants ta s Get Reanite
Several real bar gains in slightly used electric radios planes phonographs and related items are offered on very easy terms. The notice highlights affordable prices and flexible payment options for buyers seeking economical electronics and vintage audio equipment.
Cleaned and pressed Excelsior Cleaners offers repair and alterations at 116 South Main Street. Phone 6. Advertisement from 1913.
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