May 29, 1942 Roswell News Advertising Rates Listed
The notice explains advertising rates entered May 10 1903 in Roswell New Mexico as second class mail matter under the 1879 act. It notes Associated Press news dispatches and local news are reserved for publication and credits the AP. Local affiliation with the New Mexico Newspaper Association is stated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
New Mexico
Congress
Associated Press
New Mexico Newspaper Association
New Mexico Political Scramble Amid Memorial Day War Time
Amid war mobilization and Memorial Day observances, New Mexico faces a crowded gubernatorial race. Former Congressman Dempsey leads factions toward the Democratic nomination while Judge Bryan Johnson, Lt. Gov. Quintana, and attorney J. O. Seth emerge in a contested field with Burton Roach backing. Senator Dennis Chavez looms as a major challenger, potentially pitting Dempsey against the field.
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Congress
New Mexico
Plymouth Rock
Jamestown
Dempsey
Bryan Johnson
Ceferino Quintana
J. O. Seth
Seth
Burton Roach
Dennis Chavez
Politicians face primaries and general election this fall
The piece notes September 14 primaries and November 3 general election as pivotal. It discusses Democratic strength, potential Republican candidates from Spanish American communities, and a looming political battle. It also salutes New Mexico Military Institute graduates entering military life amid war. It mentions House judiciary committee action on anti racketeering penalties for unions and Senator Brewster's gasoline rationing outlook, implying sectional war needs.
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Dempsey
Johnson
Seth
Roach
Ralph QO. Brewster
Maine
Middle West
Far West
New England
German Offensive Signals 1942 Plan Across Europe
In early 1942 signals point to a broad German offensive starting with Rommel in Africa and extending toward the Caucasus via southern Russia. Possible air strikes on Syria and Iraq are noted, with Crete and the Dodecanese earmarked for action pending outcomes in Kharkov and Soviet counterattacks. The piece also quotes Marshal Marshall praising the American home front and the cadet corps preparing to join as lieutenants.
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Semeon Timoushenko
Red
Wittler
Axis
Moscow
U.S. War Chief Reflects On Siberia Front
In remarks from the page one continuation, Marshall spoke about the northern Russia theater in Siberia. He emphasized uncertainty about the future but asserted that the United States was ready to fight anywhere on short notice.
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Siberia
Russia
Marshall
German Armored Units Close Near Knights Bridge
German armored forces, centered near Knights bridge at a junction of desert trails about 15 miles southwest of Tobruk, reportedly united after maneuvering around the British left flank at Bir Hacniem. One column reportedly aimed for El Adem but was halted before reaching its objective as advance elements pressed forward.
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Knightsbridge
Tobruk
Bir Hacniem
el Adem
Axis forces probe near Tobruk in growing desert clash
The communique notes German columns reached the Ed Duda area near Siui Rezegh about 25 miles southeast of Tobruk and 50 miles from the Egyptian border before being repulsed. British lines run 25 miles west from Ain El Gazala to Bir Hachiem as Rommel's units suffer losses and a major tank battle unfolds. British air power aids land forces, foiling Axis movement and supporting the defense.
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Ed Duda
Siui Rezegh
Tobruk
Knightsbridge
Ain el Gazala
Bir Hachiem
Erwin Oplumes
Rommell
Reces
German War Propaganda Intones Endless Siege Reports
The article criticizes German war briefings for repeating claims of prisoners captured and enemy destruction while exaggerating gains. It notes phrases about relentless annihilation, desperate but useless Soviet attempts to break encirclement, and the odd use of “kettle” to describe the German conundrum, referencing Dr. Otto Dietrich and Hitler's press apparatus.
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Otto Dietrich
Adolf Hitler
Fuehrer
Soviet Forces Denounce Nazi Claims On Moscow Front
The article rebuts Nazi assertions that Russia’s last intact armies were annihilated at Bryansk and Vyazma, noting such statements are lies and that encirclement tactics failed to destroy Soviet power on the approach to Moscow.
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Russia
Bryansk
Vyazma
Moscow
Twelve Year Old Boy Dies After Brief Illness
Crecencio Dabila twelve year old son of Mr and Mrs Manuel Dabila passed away at the family home 509 East Hendricks after an illness of four days. He was born in San Angelo Texas April 19 1930 and moved with his family to Roswell three years ago. He is survived by parents two sisters Tempra and Ramona Dabila. Funeral services were held from the Spanish Methodist Church with Rev E Pacidlo affiliating. The church choir provided music. Interment was in South Park under Ballard Funeral home.
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Crecencio Dabila
Manuel Dabila
East
Hendricks
Crecencio
San Angelo
Texas
Dabila
Sa Angelo
Roswell
Tempra Dabila
Ramona Dabila
Spanish Methodist Church
E. Pacidlo
South Park
Ballard Funeral Home
Atlantic U Boats Lose Crews as War at Sea Shifts
Since the United States entered the war, U boats have failed to cut Allied supply lines and have faded into attacking weaker defenses. Official word since April 1 reports 24 subs sunk or presumed sunk and unconfirmed notes hint at 30 or more boats out of action. Even when ships disappear, crews seldom survive to serve again.
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United States
North Atlantic
Allied Warplanes raid Japan and Pacific fronts update
Tokyo officials quoted a minister admitting Doolittle's April raid terrorized the population and could disrupt public morale. MacArthur reported allied airmen shot down four Japanese planes and bombed bases north of Australia. RAF warplanes continued attacks in northern New Guinea and toward India after British troop withdrawal.
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Washington
Tokyo
Japan
Iwamura
James H. Doolittle
Douglas MacArthur
Australia
United Nations
Rabaul
New Britain
Lae
New Guinea
RAF
Flagstaff Fights Unions Halts Retail Openings in City
Flagstaff Arizona endures a third day of store closings amid a protest against AFL organizers attempting to unionize restaurants and buffets. Alvin Hutchinson notes little complaint as residents rely on out of town grocers, while newsstands barber shops and gas stations face limited service. Regional merchants in Williams and Kingman discuss sympathy shutdowns but warn of food shortages and travel hardship on Route 66.
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Flagstaff
Ariz
American Federation of Labor
Alvin Hutchinson
Coconino Sun
Hutchinson
Central Labor Council
C. P. Flynn
Arizona State Federation of Labor
Flagstaff Merchants Assn
Williams
Coconino County
Kingman
Mohave County
Here
Flagstaff Merchants Association
Uncertainties Hover In New Mexico Gubernatorial Race
In Santa Fe May 29 Associated Press reports that Jack Dempsey’s bid clarifies NM politics but leaves many unknowns. Albuquerque Judge Bryan Johnson looms with Chavez support, while Budgets auditor Rich Grissom and State Senator Burton Roach may join. Local organization leaders’ positions loom large as Miles hedges. Independents like Roach and Grissom could dilute Dempsey or Johnson, with Republicans waiting.
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John E. Baker
Associated Press
Santa FE
N. M
Jack Dempsey
Bryan Johnson
Albuquerque
Chavez
Dempsey-Chavez
Dempsey
Johnson
Burton Roach
Rich Grissom
Roach
Grissom
Robert Owen Sentenced 60 Days for Minors Delinquency
Robert Owen was sentenced to 60 days in jail by Judge James B. McGhee after he withdrew two former not guilty pleas and entered a guilty plea to a charge of contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
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Robert Owen
James B. McGhee
John Herring Visits With In-Laws in Town
John Herring spent the weekend here with his wife who is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Deason.
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John Herring
Mrs. J. T. Deason
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Roswell Daily Record Record Publishing Company
Audit Bureau of
Thomas G. Summers
Cc. E. Mason
L. Scarritt
H. B. Cooley
Hondo
New Mexico Military Institute
House Judiciary Committee
Rep
Hobbs
Alabama
Pacific
Burma
China
India
England
France
Pearl Harbor
Philippines
America
U.S. War Chief
Jungle King
Johnny Weissmuller
Tarzan
New York
Atlantic
U.S. Treasury Department
Miles
Chavez- Wempsey Senate
J. O. Gallegos
Soocorro County
Peyton's Hotel
Jepe
Epebc
Epepc
Zac Epedc
Everlite
Sunyboy
Libby's
Campbell’s
Zac
Shaws Grocery & Market
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