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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1933
Page
6
A column notes local notices from Roswell. The Cahoon Armory hosts a Cadet Hop indoors due to weather. Poppy Day runs with Chums Society selling flowers. A Bromo Sekizer truck is in town. Roswell Creamery Co. opens at 211 West Second with a welcome from Mr. S. B. Walker.
An Artesia man named Ir S Reesor was seen in Roswell on business today.
Mrs Louise Coe is a visitor in Roswell today coming from Glencoe.
Virginia and Joyce Pruit from Picacho are visiting, bringing news of the sisters’ trip and local chatter about their arrival.
Harry Masterson, alumnus from 1928 to 1931, arrives from Houston Texas for the Institute finals. Tindall Evans Jr., alumnus from 1922 to 1925, travels with his sister from Cananea Sonora Mexico to the finals.
Local ad notes ice cream cones priced at five cents in a Smoke House venue. Sparse readable details emphasize promotional pricing and a shop or stall listing. Entities include Smoke House and price five cents.
Funeral services for Miss Helen Casey who died in Williams Arizona were conducted this morning at St Peters Catholic Church with Talmage Mortuary directing. Mrs Helen E Moore of Balmohera Texas and Edd Hawkins of Barstow Texas attended the service.
A bold wartime style notice proclaims readiness to defend the United States while pledging not to engage in Europe again. It promises 500 specials for tomorrow and urges readers not to miss them, framing a call to action with urgency and resolve.
Bankme Kvase Grocery promotes lowest uniform prices on earth and tender meats with Memorial Day wreaths for May 30. Cebean Station ery Shop advertises grave decorations including cycas ruscus and more. Yucca Beauty Service highlights chic hair bandeau styles and services while Old Mission Beauty Shoppe touts permanents and manicures at 219 N. Main.
Otis Floyd was arrested seven miles southwest of town by Constable Perry Bean on a forgery charge. He allegedly forged a check on J. W. Miles for $3.50, signed by J. W. Miles.
May 30th memorial tributes featured by Glovers Flowers. Phone 275 advertiser notes arrangements and delivery services.
The local Reserve Officers Association holds its regular meeting tonight at seven oclock at the Chamber of Commerce. Captain Arden Foellner will discuss Camps and Camp Sanitation followed by a discussion session.
Krinkle cloth prints and plain colors for children sizes 2 to 6. Just What the little folks need these warmer nights. Art Gift Shop at 107 West 4th St. Adv.
Advy reports that blondes are having eyelashes dyed black or brown using a safe scientific method at Yucca Beauty Service and Cosmetic Shop located in White Building. Phone 484.
James C. Bieck and Edd Huston of Chicago visit Roswell to see Mr. Beck's father Fred J. Beck. They report large crowds began gathering for the World Fair in Chicago early last month.
An old classified ad offers Every Day Sweet cream at 25 cents a quart Jersey milk 25 cents a gallon best butter 25 cents per pound cottage cheese processed for health. Contact J. A. Eakin West Alameda one half mile beyond Sunset Phone Red 23R3.
Classified notice advertises a permanent wave for $1.75 at 16023 North Sea Avenue placed by Billie Lee. Contains a brief mention of the service and price with the advertiser’s name and location.
An outdated ad fragment invites readers to follow the crowd to the Smoke House fountain, urging them to save the difference. The terse promotional line suggests a local business emphasis, though details are limited.
State Superintendent of Education Mrs. Georgia Lusk is in Roswell on official business today.
Refugio Sanchez suffered severe internal injuries after being thrown from a horse yesterday evening. He may have a broken leg and arm, and cannot have an X-ray due to his condition. He was transported by Talmage ambulance to St Mary’s Hospital near the accident site on Virginia Street between Alameda and Tilden.
An 8 tube Philco Transtone car radio offered by Falcons Electric Service installed for 39.95. Includes professional installation and a contact at phone 289. Ad reads as a motor era gadget promotion with emphasis on value and local service.
W. L. Martin shipped a car of lambs from Artesia yesterday destined for Kansas City markets. The shipment underscores ongoing livestock trade along the route with steady demand reported by local handlers.
P. D. Wikins delivered a fine assortment of strawberries to The Record office. About half a crop this year includes both large and over bearing varieties, all of them fine and appreciable.
Auto dealer Lowrey Auto Company advertises The New Plymouths with new low prices and bold sales copy inviting customers to visit the showroom for savings.
Word from the lower valley notes lack of rain and low water levels in the Pecos and nearby streams spark fears of a water shortage. Farmers south of Lakes McMillan and Avalon may face water cuts and crop losses unless rains come soon.
Lowrey Auto Company advertises The New Plymouths cars at new low prices with bold display lines and dealership emphasis. The ad highlights affordability and immediate availability for buyers in the Arizona Southwest region.
Floral reminder from Glover's Flowers Adv M26t3c¢ urges honoring loved ones by placing flowers on graves. Phone 275.
Mrs. E. C. Richmond advertises affordable meal options at 408 North Richardson. The offer lists meals at 35 cents each and a meal ticket price of 5 dollars 25 cents, likely promoting a campus or workplace dining plan.
Allison Floral Co offers a complete corsage selection and floral options. Place your order early by calling 408 at 707 South Sea. Advance advertisement.
Young bakers twelve cents per pound roosters thirteen cents per pound fat hens thirteen cents per pound broilers two for fifty or sixty cents fryers two for seventy or ninety cents squabs two for thirty cents all poultry live or dressed at these prices. Breakshier Produce New Jeweler Roswell watch clock and jewelry repair at low prices all work guaranteed one year Gabbard 211 South Main Street.
An advertisement proclaims Banking House Grocery offering the lowest uniform prices on earth with the tagline Essential savings for shoppers. The small note includes code M26tic.
Mrs. Henrietta Funk of Titusville Pennsylvania traveled to Roswell yesterday to attend the Institute finals. Her grandson, Cadet John K Funk, graduates this year.
Mrs Tom Standifer was taken from St Marys hospital this morning to her home six miles southeast of Roswell.
Pee Cassabone of Hope reports uncovering large bones on his ranch thirty miles west of Hope. Claimed to be from a mammoth, resembling an elephant, from ancient times. Bones are displayed in Artesia with further excavations planned to uncover more of the animal. Adv Hortons Transfer. Phone 186.
Confections popular with shoppers advertised as available at grocers and direct from Mrs. Ann Johnson and Mrs. Fay Porter. Phone 657. Adyvy M24t4c.
Memorial Day ad features the largest bouquet of fresh flowers offered by Glover's Flowers. Includes price of $1.00 and contact via phone number 275. Tic details included.
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