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Newspaper

Roswell Daily Record

Location

Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1940

Page

5

Arizona University polo team to play here this week

The University of Arizona polo squad, a top west team with seniors Captain Charles Mosse William Dent Robert Perkins James Taylor, visits en route to the inter collegiate championship. They have won the western title two years running with 20 wins 2 losses 2 ties this season.

University of Arizona Arizona Charles Mosse William C. Dent Robert Perkins James W. Taylor Army Fort Bliss Institute Tucson Bobby Evans

Barracks Briefs Pup Tent Edition Hints at Horsemanship

Sam Hanks is in bad shape with a stomach issue from mess hall food. Dr. Marshall treats him as the Pup Tent notes a new Hueter regime start this edition. Horse shows and push ball are planned with practice Sunday leaving cadets sore and eager for more.

Sam Hanks Marshall Ys Sam Hueter Stew Fowler Stoop I Smith McNatt

Baseball Scores From National League Night Action

The Associated Press roundup reports Brooklyn defeated Cincinnati 6 to 5 while Pittsburgh beat New York 7 to 2 and Philadelphia won 4 to St Louis. Chicago played Boston in cold conditions with no final score listed.

The Associated Press National League Chritinnati Brooklyn Pittsburgh New York St. Louis Philadelphia Chicago Boston

Baseball scores in AL show varied results across cities

In the American League Phillies beat Cleveland 9 to 7 while Detroit edged Boston 7 to 2 and Chicago defeated New York 6 to 4. The New York at St. Louis game was rained out.

Philadelphia Cleveland Washington Detroit Boston Chicago New York St. Louis

Arizona Texas League Scores and Tucson El Paso results

In the Arizona Texas League Albuquérqué defeated Bisbeé 3 to 2 while Tucson beat El Paso 7 to 5. The doubleheader showed tight pitching and late offense as both games featured decisive late runs.

Albuquérqué Bisbeé Tucson el Paso

Pacific Coast League scoreboard scores listed

Sacramento 10 San Diego 8 Los Angeles 6 Oakland 4 San Francisco 8 Hollywood 6 reflecting games in the Pacific Coast League.

Sacramento San Diego Los Angeles Oakland San Francisco Hollywood

Beaumont Beats Shreveport In Texas League Matchup

Texas League results show Beaumont defeating Shreveport 3 to 1 while Tulsa trails Fort Worth 3 to .7, Dallas edges Oklahoma City 4 to 3, and Houston dominates San Antonio 11 to 1.

Beaumont Shreveport Tulsa Fort Worth Dallas Oklahoma City Houston San Antonio

West Texas and New Mexico Football Scores Brief

Amarillo defeats Lamesa 7 to 5 and Pampa tops Big Spring 4 to 2. Borger falls to Midland 3 to 5 while Clovis beats Lubbock 11 to 8.

West Texas-New Mexico Amarillo Lamesa Pampa Big Spring Borger Midland Clovis Lubbock

Southwestern Women's Golf Opens At El Paso Country Club

A field of 70 hopefuls tees off in the qualifying round of the Southwestern Women's Golf tournament at El Paso Country Club. Veterans Shirley Ann Johnson of Chicago is the defending champion while Elinor Jones of Albuquerque and Betty Putnam of Arizona are rising challengers. First round play begins tomorrow.

EL Paso Tex Asault Shirley Ann Johnson Chicago Elinor Jones Albuquerque Betty Putnam Arizona University Miss Jones Miss Putnam Southwestern Thelma Carr Thelma Roper Phoenix O. R. Armstrong

Frisch eyes Owen trade to lift Pirates from cellar

New York May 15 Frankie Frisch says a deal to bring Mickey Owen from the Cardinals could push the Pirates into the first division. If not, Frisch expects to remain in the cellar. Also, the Joe Gould and Mike Jacobs libel suit may settle any hour with daily 9 am meetings to dodge publicity.

New York Frankie Frisch Mickey Owen Pirates Joe Gould Mike Jacobs

Cleveland third baseman Keltner hits 3.73 in AL averages

The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Ken Keltner of Cleveland posted a batting average figure of 3.73 as part of the American League batting averages coverage. This marks the value cited for Keltner in the season's AL leader data.

Cincinnati Enquirer Ken Keltner Cleveland

New Sports Quiz Leader Arthur Mann Brings Pep

Arthur Mann, long time baseball writer, is installed as head of the sports quiz program and adds vigor. His New Haven friends remain upbeat after the Buddy Baer incident as Nathan Mann hints at retirement. Tex Carleton has faced every start this year with four Texan teammates singing The Eyes of Texas as he departed the clubhouse.

Arthur Mann New Haven Buddy Baer Nathan Mann Tex Carleton Dodger Marcuso Ray Hudson Gene Moore Texas

Pirates Weather Leaks Like Holland Wariness

The Pittsburgh Pirates face ongoing problems described as a recurring leak situation. A Sun Telegraph assessment compares their woes to Dutch conditions, noting that plugging one hole reveals another. The comment frames a stubborn, systemic issue impacting the team’s performance.

Chilly Doyle Pittsburgh Sun- Telegraph The Pirates Holland

Giant drive fuels Jo Jo Moore spark in seven games

Jo Jo Moore, the gaunt Texan, shines for the Giant in seven games, collecting 5500 in scoring and reaching base 25 times. Pirates and Frisch are noted, while Gene Sarazen backs Jimmy Demaret and Byron Nelson is favored. Seven American League managers say they enjoy the season most, and Clarence Giles from Montana tackles the Yellowstone River and Hudson challenge.

Jo Jo Moore Pirates Frisch Gene Sarazen Jimmy Demaret Goodall Byron Nelson Clarence Giles Yellowstone Hudson

DiMaggio Brothers Rally To Boost Family Team Play

The DiMaggio family notes that with any two of the three brothers able to join, the group is performing better than a .500 pace. The statement underscores the value of flexible lineup and consistent participation to sustain competitive effort.

DiMaggio

Phillies and Cardinals battle for fifth in NL standings

On May 14 the Phillies host the Cardinals as both clubs race for fifth place in the National League with Philadelphia seeking the win to tighten their position.

Phillies Cardinals Phils

Afterthought Anyway Buccaneers Shine Against Phillies

In a recent matchup the Buccaneers outplayed the Phillies with strong pitching and timely hitting. The Phillies struggled to contain key Buccaneers batters as they built a comfortable lead and never relinquished control.

Buccaneers Phillies

Chaves County Democrats Call for Mass Meeting

A mass meeting of Chaves County Democrats is called to meet in Roswell at the court room on Tuesday May 21 at 7 30 for electing delegates to the State Convention in Santa Fe May 27 at 10 00 and to revise organization rules to conform with changes in election laws County Chairman John Tweedy 5 14tfc

Chaves County Democrats Roswell N. M Santa Fe New Mexico John Tweedy

Roswell Barber Shop Ad Promises Service Above All

Roswell barber shop at 301 North Main Street advertises pride in pleasing customers with quality cuts and friendly service in a small town classified listing. The ad includes the slogan We Strive to Please and a contact line.

Roswell North Main St

Dodgers Take Back Lead From Reds 6-5

The Dodgers beat the Reds 6-5 in thirteen innings to reclaim first place in the National League. Dolph Camilli drove in runs early, while Charley Gilbert’s grounder sparked a controversial seventh inning play. The day also saw the Red Sox top the White Sox 7-6 in ten, with Jimmie Foxx delivering a decisive homer. Gerald Walker powered Washington to a 4-2 win as the Senators beat the Tigers. Pirates defeated the Giants 7-2 ending the Terry six-game streak, while the Phillies shut out the Cardinals 4-0 moving into fifth place in the National League.

Associated Press Brooklyn Dodgers Cincinnati Reds Flashbush Dauntless Dodgers Reds Bucky Walters Dodgers Dolph Camilli Charley Gilbert Bill Klem Lonnie Frey Gilbert Durocher Bill McKechnie Klem Boston Red Sox Chicago White Sox Jimmie Foxx Cleveland Indians Philadelphia Athletics Gerald Walker Washington Detroit Tigers Senators Pittsburgh Pirates New York Giants Terrymen Philadelphia Phillies Cardinals

Coronado Hair Prize Awarded to Albuquerque Contestant

Coronado Cuarto Centennial officials announce Miss Rose Cortese of Albuquerque won first prize in a state wide centennial hair dressing contest. The winning coiffure was modeled by Miss Wanda Franchini of Albuquerque and praised as typical 16th century Spanish styles. Second prize went to Miss Davida White of Raton and third to Miss Opal Arbill of Hatch.

Albuquerque Santa FE N. M Coronado Cuarto Coronado Rose Cortese Albuquerque Lucy Barton Wanda Franchini John E. Miles Davida White Raton Opal Arbill Hatch Frank Knight Las Cruces H. B. Jones Tucumcari Mildred Smith Carlsbad George Segura el Rito Frank Butt John Kirk Gallup A. M. Fernandez Santa Fe

New Crop Of Home Grown Lettuce Mustard and More

Anderson's Gardens advertises a fresh crop of home grown produce including head lettuce mustard turnips leaf lettuce and radishes. Local shoppers alerted to farm fresh greens and root vegetables at the garden stand.

Anderson’s Gardens

Bowling Tonight at Busy Bee Cafe Faces Bowman Bakery

Chicago report notes Patrick Murray remarks as Judge Edward Luczak fines 42 year old Murray for begging. Murray carries two pairs of rubber gloves and jokes that money has germs. The competitive match pits Busy Bee Cafe against Bowman Bakery.

Busy Bee Cafe Bowman Bakery Chicago Patrick Murray Edward Luczak Murray

Weather summary for Mississippi valley and Great Lakes regions

General rains have occurred in the Mississippi valley states and Great Lakes area with a barometric low pressure system. Heavy precipitation in the upper Mississippi valley. other areas light to moderate. Temperatures lower in the southern Plains and below normal in the north. freezing in western Nebraska and frost in parts of the northern plains. Cloudy to partly cloudy conditions prevail between the Mississippi and Pacific with no additional precipitation noted. Travel from Roswell faces partly cloudy skies and possible local thundershowers to the east. Cleve Hallenbeck.

Mississippi Valley Great Lakes Mississippi Pacific Plains Nebraska Northern Plains Pecos Valley Roswell Cleve Hallenbeck

Junior Chamber of Commerce Holds Regular Meeting

Work of the Junior Chamber of Commerce since its organization was reviewed at a regular meeting last night and future plans discussed. The next meeting will be held May 28. McPherson presided as president.

Junior Chamber of Commerce McPherson

Gracie Allen Revealed as Surprise Presidential Candidate

Gracie Allen, slated as the surprise party's presidential nominee at its convention, tells Omaha audiences her platform is unbeatable though incomprehensible. She and George Burns headline Golden Spike days, sharing quirky stances on foreign policy, farming, pensions, and a White House for both reporters and astronauts.

Omaha Neb Gracie Allen Commedienne George Burns Miss Allen Gracie White House

Ghost voters surface as four claim dead at Atlantic City polls

Four residents appeared at polling places claiming to be deceased and sought ballots in Atlantic City New Jersey on May 15. Alvin Hodges, 45, proved his death record wrong and received a ballot after officials checked with police. The others also voted after confirming they were alive.

Atlantic City N. J Alvin Ju. Hodges

Rookie influx hits major league rosters across clubs

Chicago May 15 A surge of rookies has entered major league rosters this season after initial roster cuts. Thirteen of sixteen clubs feature at least one rookie starter, with six clubs boasting two yearlings in the starting lineup excluding pitchers. The standout NL rookie is 20 year old Frank Gustine a slick fielding second baseman with Pittsburgh.

Chicago Frank Gustine Pittsburgh

Golf tournament opens with two first round matches

Two championship flight matches were played yesterday afternoon at the municipal course. C. M. Woodbury defeated Herbert Joyce 2 and 1 while Bob Ball defeated Chas. Arnold 4 and 3.

C. M. Woodbury Herbert Joyce Bob Ball Chas. Arnold

Indians' pennant bid fueled by Boudreau Mack pairing

The Indians rely on a star batting 383 and a standout keystone duo. Shortstop Lou Boudreau and second baseman Ray Mack are hailed by observers as the backbone of Cleveland's drive toward a pennant.

Cleveland Keystone Lou Boudreau Ray Mack Indians

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