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Newspaper

Roswell Daily Record

Location

Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1940

Page

2

Democratic state convention venue dispute in New Mexico

The piece questions where the Democratic state convention will be held, noting Santa Fe Las Vegas and Albuquerque as possible sites. It argues the Duke City may be blocked by administration leaders, cites Tingley influence and opposition to Miles, and mentions the primary law ending convention selection.

Santa Fe Las Vegas Albuquerque Duke City Tingley Miles New Mexico Mississippi River

Spotted Gil Dilemma Returns in Family Crisis

Gabrielle wrestles with love for Peter as father Sam falls ill with pneumonia. She orchestrates home life, supports her worried mother Helen, and faces hospital care while plotting a brief trip to New York for a broadcast. The suspense centers on family, illness, and devotion.

Gaby Odd Violet Daddy Gabrielle Dev Peter Helen Dr. Lee Sam New York Dr Lee Mrs. Snow

Righteousness shall be established in troubled times

In this sermon excerpt Dan Luther Edwards cites Psalm 46:10 to urge faith amid global turmoil. He asserts God still reigns, sin will be destroyed, and Christians must testify bravely daily despite violence, upheaval, and uncertainty.

Dan Luther Edwards

Norway Defeat May Shift Alliances In War

War reports from the northern European front say German forces have driven Allies from Norway, a move likely to affect neutral nations. Italy may join the Axis, while Balkans tensions rise as Greece and Turkey bolster defenses. Yugoslavia grows uneasy amid political strains at home as Chamorin and Renaud face pressure.

Europe Norway Italy Balkans Greece Turkey Joslavia Chamrisin Renaud Varlion Trent Entiel

The Japanese Problem and the Hint of Sanctions

Diplomats and naval chiefs argue a firm American line in the Orient could work without war. They favor economic sanctions and a blockade to cut Japan from U S trade, targeting China and the Philippines to disrupt routes via Singapore. The Japanese army in China relies on home ports for supplies, and leaders fear a strategic noose amid Russia and China. Amarillo News.

Orient Japan Far East U. S United States Philippines Singapore China Chiang Kai-shek Russia Amarillo

Prayer to End War spans Methodist conference in Atlantic City

The United States Methodist Church gathered in Atlantic City last Friday and voted to observe a fast on June 2 for 7,856,000 members to fund relief for human suffering and seek a swift end to war. The first Sunday in June was designated a day of fasting, prayer, and intercession, aiming to start a broad, faith-driven effort to address global hardship and pursue lasting peace.

Sced General Conference of the Methodist Church Atlantic City United States Methodist Church Red Cross

Quay county fair to stage horse racing again

The Quay county fair board of directors voted unanimously to stage the king of sports again this year despite past concerns over pari mutuel betting at Tucumcari. They hope modern improvements keep racing fair and attract more entrants and crowds, promising a clean meet to win back public confidence.

Tucum- Cari Quay County Fair

Japan Growing Weary of War Empire in Doubt

New York May 4 Collier's correspondent Jim Marshall reports Japan's war weariness amid poverty and harsh costs. He cites vast war spending, peasant suffering, and fears of revolt as the Empire clings to hopes of victory over China.

New York Japan Asia China Jim Marshall Collier Ers Marshall

Green Student Joins Curtiss-Wright Technical Institute

Charles Green arrives at Curtiss-Wright Tech to study Sheet Metal as the Army selects the school to train mechanics. Led by Major C. C. Moseley, the institute is among seven nationwide chosen by the Army Air Corps, with about 1000 students enrolled, including 300 Army personnel and 700 civilians.

Charles ©. Green South Kentucky Avenue Curtiss-Wright Technical Institute Curtiss-Wright Tech C. C. Moseley Army Flyer United States Army Air Corps Army Green

Harber Appointed Postmaster at State College NM

Washington reports United States Senate approved Henry A. Harber as postmaster at State College New Mexico. The confirmation came on May 2 with Harber set to oversee local postal operations and services.

Washington Henry A. Harber State College, N. M U. S. Senate

Flying H school house dedication May 17 on the range

Dame O. L. Shields of Frazier returns from two months of WPA work to attend the formal dedication of the Flying H school house on Friday night May 17. The event promises a gay time with a strong program except for the speech, as directors show poor judgment. Afterward Shields and crew plan a major rock construction job at Rock Valley school across the river east of Dexter.

O. L. Shields Frazier Bessing WPA Flying H

McCombs Ranch Station Reverts to Family Home

Came Will McCombs of the Lone Wolf ranch oversees tax matters as the old wayside station reverts to the McCombs family. The home remains, with the McCombs children raised there and the elderly still living in the house.

Will McCombs Lone Wolf Ranch L. W McCombs

Came Billie McCombs Promoted in New Mexico Bank Service

In a local note, Billie McCombs rises from trainee messenger at First National Bank to a credited clerk as the bank grows in eastern New Mexico. The piece also mentions Woodrow House, El Vado dam's leader’s kin, and Frank Marks of Mountain States Telephone. A casual jab at age and stairs closes the vignette.

Billie McCombs First National Bank Woodrow House el Vado Dam State Mounted Police Billie New Mexico Frank Marks Mountain States Telephone Company Markls Missouri Darby Joan

Roswell Floral Co. leader praised for civic work

Dame Stig Santheson, a key figure in Roswell Floral Co. and a highly active member of the community, has earned wide respect for his extensive work with the Scouts and various civic organizations in Roswell and nearby areas.

Stig Santheson Roswell

Dame J D Hearn Seeks Post Office Tidying For Tucumcari Meet

Dame J D Hearn works at the local post office and plans to attend the United Postal Employee convention in Tucumcari on May 11. He promises a lively party atmosphere at the event.

J. D. Hearn Steen United Postal Employee Tucumcari

Landing Field Arrangements Near Completion Needing CAA Okay

Dame Frank Bennett of Arte sia states that the arrangements for a landing field are nearly finished to the satisfaction of the Civil Aeronautics Authority, a necessary step before the project proceeds.

Frank Bennett Artesia Civil Aeronautics Authority

Photo Finished Protest In Bismarck Bars

Bartenders protested to the city commission over identifying drunkards. The commission ruled that anyone on the liquor blacklist be photographed and the likeness distributed to all bars to curb disorder.

Bismarck N. D City Commission

Deming Landowner Reports Watering Tanks for Sheep

Billie Keeper of Deming says the State Game Department is building stone and concrete watering tanks for mountain sheep in the Hatchets southwest of Deming. He estimates about 150 sheep inhabit the hills, a conservative figure.

Billie Deming State Game Department

Ranch rifle expert Dame P R Fuller Jr returns to field

Dame P R Fuller Jr, accompanied by a woman claimed as his wife, visits from his Picacho country ranch to pay taxes and resume practice with his famed spring field. The noted rifleman, renowned across the state, plans renewed training.

P. R. Fuller Jr Picacho Country

School board changes with president resignation in Roswell

Came West Scott from Carlsbad reports the resignation of L. L. Felix after seven years as school board president. He is succeeded by Mrs. George O'Connor, known in earlier years as Miss Roxie O'Connor, a familiar Roswell belle.

West Scott Carlsbad L. L. Felix George O'Connor Roxie O'Connor Roswell

Dame Bennett Holcomb Praises Finley in Carrizozo

Dame Bennett Holcomb of Carrizozo says Mayor M A Finley is getting things going right in the town. Record Want Ads note result of the local remark and inquiry.

Bennett Holcomb Carrizozo M. A. Finley

Daily Crossword Across Clues

A compact list of crossword hints with definitions and partial letters for fill in the grid. The clues cover maize flick oozed uproar pronoun greeting courteous each torture luster stalk anger frozen water security lanthanum refuset drudge hogtied and related terms across various categories from geology to zoology and language.

Moseley’s Hamburgers Boosted by Rochester Root Beer

Moseley’s well prepared food and drink draws patrons with Rochester Root Beer in competition. The desire to satisfy drives the restaurant to serve the best hamburgers and beverages, maintaining its famous reputation.

Moseley’s

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