Senate defense panel hears Hillman charge over Vultee strike
Harvey Brown accuses Sidney Hillman associate director of the Office of Production Management and CIO vice president of meddling in a Vultee plant strike in California. The hearing prompts calls for thorough inquiry as to truth.
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Senate Defense Investigating Committee
Sidney Hillman
Office of Production Management
CIO
Vultee Aircraft
California
Harvey Brown
International Machinists Union
Hillman
Bonds and politics mix in a Capitol controversy
Governor Miles faces bond bids and legal delays as bids for the capitol bonds are rejected then re advertised. A June 6 court case looms over tax exemptions and WPA labor concerns. Peyote use in plains tribes draws religious freedom debate amid wider drug policy tensions.
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John Miles
Capitol
Odd O. Askren
Tom Mears Jr
Miles
Federal Primary Oversight Shocks Capital Politicians
The Supreme Court ruling declares United States jurisdiction over presidential primaries involving congressmen. It signals possible federal intervention in primary oversight, potentially reshaping county level vote handling.Officials offer cautious reactions as the impact on New Mexico remains unclear.
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United States
Uncle Sam
New Mexico
Work Over The WPA Quiet Survey Signals Change
The article notes growing difficulty in securing enough rough labor and skills under the WPA, aligning with national trends. It discusses potential outcomes including abolition or major modification of the program, with Senator Clarke quoted as a source in the context.
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Clarke
Hatch wins inspection for Clovis site for cantonment
Senator Carl A Hatch has secured a military terrain inspection near Clovis that could lead to a cantonment housing about 30 000 troops. Col Barlow Winston orders the survey this week, signaling Hatch’s continued influence with the administration and favor for his hometown.
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Clovis Army
Carl A. Hatch
Clovis
Barlow Winston
Hatch
Those Paying Charges in New Mexico Paving Debates
Santa Fe readers confront a Supreme Court ruling on four year limits for special improvement assessments. Many charges date back two decades amid heavy paving spreads. Liability may fall on municipalities or bondholders, affecting taxpayers and investors across the state.
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Santa FE
Supreme Court
Why Not Reclamation? Butt Named Rio Grande Manager
Frank Butt, a businessman and a part time politician, is appointed Manager of the middle Rio Grande Conservancy Board at a salary of 4800 dollars a year. The move is said to boost pressure for adding the district to the national reclamation service. Supporters argue government administration would improve the project over a civilian setup. The proposal has raised questions about the project from its inception and calls for direct government control to benefit local farmers and property owners.
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Capitol
State Capitol
New Mexico
Frank Butt
Middle Rio Grande
Rio Grande
Dont Care For Peyote Among New Mexico Tribes Note
A historical note observes that none of the Indian tribes in New Mexico favor peyote use, reflecting cultural attitudes amid broader discussions of ceremonial practice and federal policy in the region.
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New Mexico
Parking Problem De Luxe Clayton Faces City Traffic Mess
Clayton New Mexico grapples with congestion as USBR considers detouring Highway 87 around the business district. Local merchants blame lack of meters and growing vehicle volume from cars to large trucks. Urgent action or detour may force tourists away as commuters ignore orderly parking.
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Clayton
United States Bureau of Roads
New Mexico
USBR
British Declared Continued From Page One
British forces report Crete battles with heavy German air raids and reinforcements. Middle East command notes stiff resistance and costly fighting as Nazi attacks surge. A year ago allied escape from Dunkirk echoes in England. In Iraq, Britain presses to shield oil power as Rashid Ali parties shift policy.
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Egypt
Hitler
Crete
Middle East
Flanders
England
Dunkerque
Britain
Iraq
London
Rashid Ali
Iraqi capital amid advancing British forces in 1941
In a Baghdad scene, imperial troops closed within five miles as British units pressed northward from Basra and Ur, while Italian planes reportedly operated in Iraq. Emir Abdul Illah fled toward Baghdad to form a new government as tribal chiefs rallied. A Sicily sea victory and rescue efforts followed the Conte Rosso sinking, with Hereward destroyed by air bomb hits and dozens saved. Roswell flood concerns noted as local officials compare risks.
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al Gailani
Iran
Baghdad
Iraq
Middle East Command
Euphrates River
Abraham
Basra
Iroq
Royal Air Force
RAF
Khanugqta
Abdul Ilah
Cairo
Rashid Ali al Gailani
Mussolini
Syracuse
Sicily
High Command
Hereward
City plans flood control work and bond election
Mayor Hall outlined a city flood protection plan to shield against flash floods from heavy rains and floods from the Hondo and Spring River. A bond election may be held after a council vote next week, with a cost estimate to come from the city engineer and budget adjustments coordinated with the state tax commission.
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Hall
Hondo
Spring River
New Mexico
State Tax Commission
J. M. Hervey
Roswell
State Senate
Memorial Day Program Honors Veterans in Roswell
The Roswell allied veterans organizations hosted a Memorial Day service with remarks on national sacrifice, democracy, and preparedness. Commander Morgan praised democracy in action and pledged resolve to defend life liberty and happiness, followed by ceremonies led by Lewis W. Hammond and featuring the American Legion Auxiliary floral tributes, a vocal solo, a trombone performance, a firing squad salute, and a benediction by Rev. Thomas W. Brabham.
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Morgan
Allied Veterans Organizations of
Roswell
Lewis W. Hammond
Henry Heard
Singing of America
American Legion Auxiliary
God Bless America
Jack Deason
Lee Henrichs
Charles Morgan
New Mexico Department
American Legion
Roses of
Woodrow Cameron
N. M. M. I. Taps
Thomas W. Brabham
Albuquerque high seniors graduate in 482 diploma class
Albuquerque May 30 482 seniors received diplomas at Albuquerque High School graduation. Justice D K Sadler addressed the class urging hope and highlighting undeveloped fields such as chemistry engineering aeronautics and mineralogy as current challenges. Medley of local obits and notices follow including Benito Nelson funeral in Santa Rosa.
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Albuquerque
N. M
Albuquerque High School
Supreme Court
D. K. Sadler
Santa Rosa
Benito A. Nelson
Anton Chico
Guadalupe County
Schmeling Alive After Crete Invasion Reports Denied
Berlin reports quote Max Schmeling confirming his role in Crete as part of the invasion. He wandered after separating from companions, helped seize a coastal road, and then rejoined his unit amid heavy fighting. Official word says he is in an air force hospital with tropical illness. London notes cast doubt on survival claims.
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Berlin
Max Schmeling
Crete
Siiegfried Kappe
Schmeling
Air Force
New Zealand
Alexandria
Egypt
London
Speedway Fire Shrinks Indy 500 Field To 31 Cars
A gasoline fire at Indianapolis speedway damaged 15 garages delaying the Indy 500. Cars driven by Mauri Rose Rex Mays and Wilbur Shaw were saved, but George Barringer's six cylinder rear engine car was destroyed. Sam Hanks was injured in a practice crash reducing the starting field to 31 with $1000000 in total prizes and $20000 to the winner.
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Speedway
M.S.T
Mauri Rose
Rex Mays
Wilbur Shaw
Indianapolis
George Barringer
Houston
Tex
Eddie Offutt
Barringer
Billy Devore
Sam Hanks
Alhambra
Calif
Hanks
Shaw
Con
Vice Suppression Move Protect The Men In the Army
California launches a sweeping vice suppression crusade to guard soldiers near training bases. Attorney General Earl Warren says enforcement will close houses of prostitution and bar soldiers from vice districts, aiming to improve health by up to 50 percent and focus on civilian defense. Eleven counties with heavy military presence will be targeted, including San Francisco and Monterey region towns.
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San Francisco
Calif
California
Earl Warren
Army
Navy
John F. Corby
Ninth Corps
Warren
Monterey
Heil Lindbergh Fuehrer of America
New York May 30. Frederick L. Collins in Liberty Magazine analyzes Lindbergh pacifist ties to German propaganda. He quotes a Nazi pop song praising Lindbergh and warns meetings resemble Hitler era rallies. Collins argues Lindbergh as private citizen faces frank critique fitting any political figure.
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New York
N. Y
Charles A. Lindbergh
Germany
Frederick L. Collins
Liberty Magazine
Heil Lindbergh
Fuehrer
America
United States
Lindbergh
Hitler
Collins
New Mexico Gas Tax Takes In 4.7 Million in 1940
Washington reports New Mexico state gasoline tax at slive cents per gallon produced 4,699,000 dollars in 1940 while gas consumption rose 9.1 percent from 1939. National gasoline tax receipts totaled 870,692,000 dollars last year per the Public Roads Administration.
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Washington
New Mexico
Public Roads Administration
Rural high school slated for closure in Solano district
Mosquero New Mexico May 30 four Solano high school and four rural grade schools will close next year for financial reasons. The 25 Solano high school students will attend Roy or Mosquero schools.
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Mosquero
N. M
Solano High School
Harding County
Roy
Driver Returns to Track Despite Tire Firm Ties
The executive of a tire manufacturing company continues racing for the love of the sport. He bucked superstition by starting for the 12th time, pursuing personal passion over commercial caution.
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Tinues
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Neb
Supreme Forest Woodmen Circle
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