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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1934
Page
7
Roswell Daily Record operates in Roswell New Mexico with advertising and subscription rates. The paper lists staff including Grace T Bear L. Scarratt Don Wilkins and E M Mason as editors. It is a member of the Associated Press and New Mexico Newspaper Association.
A reflective piece from 1934 argues summer brings light and strain alike as Barbara and her father clash over modern values. Barbara faces choices with Gregor Rance and her father’s old world, while internal family tensions build toward an uneasy compromise and a planned Egypt trip.
The piece reflects on Abram N Pratt’s obituary and moral standing, lauding his kindness and integrity. It surveys public figures including Bishop Dennon Wirt Andrew Mellon Chief Justice Zinn and liquor policy debates, noting distrust of elites and calls for tax and liquor reform.
The geologists returned tired after a 500 mile trek, hot and sunburned, with little to say. They plan wider reports later as the crew notes the heat, flies, and sand markets, and recalls movie cool spots. Sand-smelters urged prompt write‑ups before memories fade.
Bernalillo county's woman registrar suggests newspapers oppose the sales tax as a press target though most Progressive aligned papers publicly oppose it. The piece argues the tax does not specifically hit newspapers, as vendors pass costs to consumers and editors pay pennies like other shoppers.
Some attorneys say the provisions against selling liquor to minors and students will be tested in courts. The liquor lobby is seen as having erred by opposing legislation targeting sales to children and students.
Barbara Browne a 22 year old daughter in Oxbridge is dominated by her anti modern father. Gregory Rance a visiting novelist and Barbara become attractively drawn though her father fears divorce and disapproves. Barbara traps Rance at a dinner to reveal his interest while keeping him in the house only to bar him later.
The Gran Quivira ruins south of Willard attract local interest as a historic Catholic mission site with Indian legends. Readable from Corona or Carrizozo, the 424 acre tract hosts two ancient ruins dating back to 1620, with a road route to Willard and Santa Fe. Every New Mexican should see Gran Quivira.
An earthquake lasting six seconds struck Socorro New Mexico at 6 15 pm felt in Magdalena and Limitar. Scientists from the New Mexico School of Mines attributed it to east west and north east fault block readjustment along the Rio Grande valley noting slight movement and a loud rumble with no damage observed.
A local bakery advertises Butter Krisp bread from Idea Bakery at 607 West 2nd. The offer urges customers to try one loaf and compare with the best. if not as good or better, do not buy again, highlighting a direct consumer taste test.
In the matter of Genero Robles deceased, probate court Chaves County New Mexico fixes May 21 1934 at 10 00 AM for hearing objections to the administrator Lucas Trujillo final account and report to determine heirship and distribution. Attorney Ross L Malone Jr of Roswell NM represents the administrator. D P Griener county clerk seals this notice dated April 23 1924.
Sealed bids will be received at the office of the City Clerk up to 3 o clock p m on Friday May 11 for transporting about 130 tons of 12 inch water main and fittings from the Southern Pacific depot at Vaughn New Mexico to the water plant in Roswell. Only bonded truckers may bid. The City Council may reject any or all bids. Lea Rowland Water Supt. M3toc Adv oe
Cheap radio repair ad promising quick fixes and affordable costs. Falcons Electrical Service advertises service at 125 W Second with phone 289 and a bold claim that results will be achieved.
Dr Austin Dee of Roswell, former NMSU president and former State Land Commissioner, will deliver the baccalaureate sermon at the State College commencement on May 27. Graduation exercises are set for May 29, according to Dr. L Kent, president.
The Fuentes family expresses gratitude for sympathy and many acts of kindness after Alberta Fuentes was killed last week. Signed Fiji berto Fuentes and family.
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