Progress in Roswell Methodist District Meeting Monahans
At the Roswell district Methodist conference in Monahans Texas on May 6 1942 leaders reported broad district gains in church buildings membership and programs. A resolution urged church worldwide to support national defense condemn subversive teaching and back measures to curb gang crime and protect armed forces, with copies sent to press and Texas New Mexico senators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monahans
Texas
Roswell
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
George W. Shearer
Thomas W. Brabham
Roland J. Schaefer
J. D. Stearn
W. C. Holland
Methodist Church
First Methodist
Navy
Congress
Associated Press
Christian Advocate
New Mexico
Roland T. Schaefer
Sec’y
National USC Campaign Aims to Fund Armed Forces Comforts
National USO coalition led by the YMCAs and other groups plans a nationwide drive to fund recreational and entertainment programs for servicemen at camps in the United States and overseas. A $32,000,000 national fund will cover all local operation expenses, with Roswell, New Mexico, not included in local allocations. Will C. Lawrence pledges local support as volunteers prepare to raise the local quota quickly and efficiently. Dr. J. Wens expects to select a new superintendent in Las Vegas around May 15 as Supt. J. J. Johnson, Jr., resigns to return to private practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Service Organization
Salvation Army
National Catholic Community Service
Jewish Welfare Board
National Travelers Aid Association
Roswell
National Fund
United States
C. Lawrence County
USC
Chaves County
Ee Ae Ae
Albuquerque
3. Wens
New Mexico Asylum
Sayys
Yera
Las Vegas
J. J. Johnson, Jr
Johnson
State REA Told Not To Try Buy Electric Plants
Santa Fe New Mexico May 7 The state public service commission advised the state rural electrification authority to focus on helping rural communities obtain power at reasonable rates rather than attempt to purchase plants serving incorporated municipalities. Commissioner A M Fernandez urged REA to consider taking over light plants in Mora Cleveland and Holman Mora county and Corona in Lincoln county to provide low rates via long term government loans and cost operation not for profit.
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Santa FE
N. M
State Public Service Commission
State
Rural Electrification Authority
A. M. Fernandez
Willard Smith
REA
Ferandez
Commission
United Water and Power Companies of
Santa Rosa
Fernandez
Mora
Cleveland
Holman
Mora County
Corona
Lincoln County
Ample Irrigation Water In State Reported
Ample irrigation water stores in all sections of New Mexico were reported by the U S District Weather Bureau. A long stretch of quiet clear warm weather is needed for crops. Frost damage occurred in valley areas over the weekend, with windblown soil from late April. Winter and spring wheat advanced in eastern counties while livestock stayed in good condition. Rain is needed on ranges in southwest areas and moisture is insufficient in the extreme southeast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albuquerque
N. M
New Mexico
U. S. District Weather Bureau
D. C. Cameron
Swimming Pool To Be Open Saturday Cahoon Park
Cahoon Park pool will open Saturday for the season, announced manager Cap Cowan. The pool's opening signals start of summer recreation and is expected to attract local families seeking aquatic facilities.
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Cahoon Park
Cap” Cowan
Potash Strike Ends as Carlsbad Mine Resumes Work
At Carlsbad New Mexico the United States Potash Company mine and refinery began operations again after a seven day layoff. Federal conciliator Earl J Ruddy declared an agreement reached with AFL union leaders reporting full crews to the 3 pm shift. Workers ratified the deal but details on wage increases remained undisclosed.
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Carlsbad
N. M
United States Potash Company
AFL
Earl J. Ruddy
U. S. Department of Labor
Dickering
American Federation of Labor
Former baseball star runs for Greene County sheriff
Dale Alexander, a former major league first baseman for Detroit and Boston, seeks the Democratic nomination for Greene County sheriff in the upcoming primary in Greenville. He is currently managing Greenville in the Appalachian League this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenville
Tenn
Dale Alexander
Greene County
Detroit
Boston
Pool Cleaned After Two Thorough Scrubbings
The report states the pool has been thoroughly cleaned by two good scrubbings.
Lower Income Tax Exemptions Considered by Treasury
Secretary Morgenthau told the House Ways and Means Committee that personal exemptions should be reduced to 600 for single persons 1200 for married couples and 300 for each dependent. The plan would raise about 1.1 billion more revenue with 100 million from 6 million new taxpayers, adding to a proposed 7.6 billion tax program. Current exemptions stand at 750 for singles 1500 for married couples and 400 for dependents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
Morgenthau
House
Ways and Means Committee
Doughton
D-Nc
Congress
War Crops Spoil For Lack of Labor
Bridgeton New Jersey May 7 Hundreds of tons of valuable war crops rot in south Jersey fields due to a labor shortage during harvest. Thousands of dollars worth of asparagus the season’s first major northeast crop already wasted, with extension agents warning of severe losses in other truck crops on the lend lease list. Authorities say migrant labor shortages may foretell similar futures for other farm regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeton
N. J
South Jersey
U. S. Farm Security Administration
New Man At Navy Recruiting Office
Charles Ralph Mitchell Yeo man Third Class United States Navy has reported for duty at the local Navy Recruiting Station as relief for Wayne H Milheim Yeoman Second Class United States Navy Milheim is being ordered to sea at his own request Upon receipt of his orders he will report to San Diego California for further transfer to sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Ralph Mitchell
United States Navy
Wayne H. Milheim
Milheim
San Diego
California
Cattle Growers Cut Shipments As Beef Prices Drop
Chicago May 7 Cattle producers cut shipments to major markets after the Office of Price Administration set dressed beef ceilings. Prices fell 25 cents to 1 dollar per hundredweight late last week and another 50 cents Monday, prompting curtailment of marketing. First three days this week 192 300 head offered in 12 centers, up from 129 800 in 1941. Demand favored mediocre grades as premiums for prime steers dropped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Office of Price Administration
OPA
Worry of FALSE TEETH
Don’t be embarrassed by loose false teeth, slipping or wobbling while eating or talking. Sprinkle FASTEETH on plates for added comfort and security without a gummy taste. It’s alkaline and non acidic, available at any drug store.
Senate and House committees battle over funding and policy
Routine Senate session with subcommittees drafting supply bills for agriculture and interior. An interstate committee questions union officials on a proposed telegraph merger. Agriculture probes synthetic rubber and alcohol and cites Thurman Arnold. Patents panel tracks foreign cartels. House Naval panel examines defense contracts while interstate committee reviews changes to the communications act. Military subcommittee studies oil. judiciary and Ways and Means tackle labor and tax issues. Senate reports a 2.126 billion dollar appropriation for independent offices after TVA method changes.
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Appropriations
Agriculture and Interior Departments
Interstate Commerce
Agriculture
Thurman Arnold
Patents
HOUSE
Naval Committee
Interstate Committee
FCC
Military
Judiciary Committee
Ways and Means
Senate
Texas Panhandle War Mothers Meet in Borger May 9 10
Borger hosts a four state American Legion convention May 9 and 10 honoring Texas Panhandle war mothers with sons in service. The event features a parade and a program dedicated to Mrs. A W Hope, whose son Harold was killed aboard the USS Arizona during Pearl Harbor. Attending groups include the 18th district American Legion and auxiliary, sons of the American Legion, and the Panhandle Plains Association posts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Borger
Texas Panhandle
Oklahoma
Kansas
New Mexico
Colorado
American Legion
United States
A. W. Hope
Harold
Arizona
Texas
American Legion Auxiliary
Sons of the American Legion
Panhandle Plains
New Mexico Warmer With Scattered Showers Today
Weather advisory notes warm conditions in New Mexico this afternoon with cooler night temperatures and scattered showers this afternoon and this evening. West Texas expects warmer conditions today with showers and scattered thunderstorms mainly this afternoon and evening except in the Panhandle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Mexico
West Texas
Panhandle
County Singing Convention Sunday at Hagerman
The Chaves County Singing Convention will be held all day Sunday in Hagerman led by president C. H. James. Everyone is invited to bring food and join the community event for a day of singing and fellowship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chaves County
Hagerman
C. H. James
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