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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1934
Page
7
The fragment lists the Roswell Daily Record publication details, prices, and staff roles including the city editor and advertising rates. It notes entry date May 19 1903, Roswell New Mexico, second class mail status and AP affiliation.
The President vetoed the veterans and federal employee benefits bill. The House overrode the veto 310 to 72, a surprisingly large margin. Roosevelt opposed benefits and pay restores, influencing votes ahead of Senate action while public relief for disabled veterans remains a concern.
The Fif Ward has experienced a notable population increase, drawing attention from residents and officials. Exact numbers are not provided in available text, but growth is described as significant and urban in character.
The Record urges all legally qualified Roswell voters to cast ballots for the candidates they believe serve the public interest. Jack Moore is expected to win by a large majority, though a light turnout could change that. In the Fifth ward Santiago Gonzales faces J J Brockhuuser, with citywide voting potentially favoring Brockhuuser depending on overall turnout.
The Tucumcari Daily News predicts Governor Andy’s attempt to push laws through a 10 day extra session will fizzle. The paper argues the scope and unity of the legislature suggest at best a weak outcome, with the session likely to be even more ineffective than the regular one.
Santa Fe March 28 AP The State Highway Commission met on routine items and the Albuquerque Subway contract, which drew limited approval. In a light moment the group discussed hauling beer in highway trucks noting two kegs versus truck capacity, imagining potential pricing and urging focus on beer haulage. Engineer G D Macy said Roy beer hauling reports were unfounded.
Mrs W C Thomas arrived safely at Scott and White hospital Temple Texas for treatment. She was taken to Clovis yesterday in a Tal mage ambulance and accompanied by her daughter Mrs Albert Stubbs.
Mr and Mrs Joe C Walker announce the birth of an 8 pound boy at St Marys Hospital at one oclock this morning.
All markets will be closed on Good Friday following the usual custom. Trading will resume Saturday in securities and grain markets while New York commodity markets except the produce exchange will stay closed.
A district court jury convicted Herman Hickman, 18, of Portales New Mexico of second degree manslaughter in the February 14 slaying of Harry G Warren the landlord of his brother in law near here The jurys verdict fixed a two year term in prison for the youth in Chickasha Oklahoma March 28 AP news report
An Easter promotion for flowers and plants from Glover's Flowers offering delivery and contact by phone 275. Advert appears as a concise local shop notice with pricing or ordering details omitted.
Five Production Credit Associations in New Mexico completed setup as Governor Myers announces intermediate credit banks will cut new loan rates from three to two and a half percent. The farmer and livestockman rate drops from six to five and a half percent effective March 16, aided by oversubscribed debentures. Associations located in Albuquerque Las Cruces Roswell Clovis and Springer serve districts statewide.
The Albuquerque Journal reports US oil reserves may last four years prompting millions in exploration for new fields. Wildcatting, dormant years, is eyed again with state leases in demand and Hobbs field noted as the major remaining large source. Resumption could bring investment into New Mexico.
A collage of local quips touches bond woes for a state treasurer candidate, divorce law quirks, air mail opinions, and political tips. It notes professors joining the Roosevelt administration, debates over a state business tax, and ladders of odd humor from clerks to clergy amid New Mexico civic chatter.
P M Vincent and J L Ferguson of Artesia New Mexico request a Contract Motor Carrier Permit to haul seasoline and oils for Continental Oil Company between Hobbs Artesia Clovis via Lovington Artesia Roswell Elida and Portales using Highways 106 83 2 and 70. Hearing set for April 2 1934 at 10 a m in Santa Fe to determine approval.
Teachers are notified that an examination in New Mexico History and Civics will be held at 10 o clock Saturday March 41 in the county school superintendent office. Interested teachers should sign up at once by leaving their names at the stated office. Thelma McCully County School Superintendent adv.
Prices on the curb were steadier today but volume in most issues was inconsequential and the market had a routine appearance. Metal shares firmed. alcohol issues tilted upward as small advances appeared with little stock involved. Newmont Mining rose as directors declared a 50 cent dividend.
Regina Chicoine of Jefferson South Dakota travels to Albuquerque to attend the Wickman murder trial. The Denver druggist is charged with first degree murder in the death of his fourth wife, Donalda Wickman, killed in November 1933. Jury selection begins and the state seeks the death penalty as mandatory upon conviction.
John Terrell Acrey aged four died Monday afternoon at three o clock at St Marys Hospital Roswell. He was the son of Mr and Mrs J T Acrey who live on a ranch east of Roswell. Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at 230 at Tatum under Ballard Funeral Home Roswell directions.
Mrs. George W. Tackett of Ashland Kentucky describes relief from chronic constipation after trying Black Draught. She notes prior fatigue and head discomfort, reports immediate improvement from a sample, and plans to continue use. The ad touts a low cost per dose and mentions a child friendly syrup flavor.
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