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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1934
Page
7
The Roswell Daily Record declares May 31 1984 as the publication date with standard masthead information. It lists staff roles including Society Editor and City Editor, along with advertising rates and subscription terms. It notes association with The Associated Press and local newspaper affiliations in Roswell New Mexico.
Roosevelt sends a special message to Congress to unlock federal mortgage guarantees and unleash as much as 1.5 billion dollars for home building and repair. Labor and material demand would rise as painters, carpenters, masons, plumbers, and contractors benefit. Prices may rebound from depression as activity broadens across industries.
A Travelers Insurance Company report argues speed raises crash risks, noting that modern cars are safer yet drivers overuse speed. It cites sharp rises in death and injury in recent years, including 1933, and warns that speed remains the key factor in highway danger despite better brakes, steering, and bodies.
The article notes labor trouble rising under NRA rules as the auto industry faces a tool and die makers strike disrupting production near peak demand. Fed mediators settled the dispute, but unrest persists with potential for renewed conflict and broader economic impact.
Shipping on the Pacific Coast halted by a longshoremen strike joined by truck drivers and riverboatmen in sympathy. Main demands include a closed shop and a chartered working week. In St Paul and Minneapolis 6200 strikers disrupted lines causing shortages of food and fuel. Union recognition wage adjustments and a closed shop are pressed. Fear grows that the dispute may widen into a general strike potentially requiring arbitration under martial law. Observers note both sides have valid points but doubt arbitration will progress. locals seek federal aid.
The Record announces R. P. Perry Bean as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Sheriff of Chaves County pending party action.
E J House Sr. has authorized The Record to announce his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for sheriff of Chaves county, subject to party action.
Homer Dunagan announced as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Sheriff of Chaves County, subject to the party's decision.
Mrs Julia Prasher is announced as a candidate for Superintendent of Schools in Chaves County, subject to the decision of the Democratic party. The notice signals a formal entry into the race and outlines the party’s pending decision.
Ralph A. Sheeham has authorized The Daily Record to announce his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for County Clerk of Chaves County, subject to the will of the Democratic party.
Mrs Harold E Crosby is a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Treasurer of Chaves County subject to the Democratic party’s decision.
In the probate court of Chaves County New Mexico R H McCune named administrator of the estate of Van W McCune deceased on January 31 1934. Creditors must file claims with the probate clerk within one year or be barred Adv.
Barbara Browne a 22 year old daughter living at Lynwood is dominated by a jealous father in a village where she is sheltered from rebellion. Gregory Rance a visiting novelist and Barbara’s imagined future clash with her father’s rigid stance on divorce. Barbara plans marriage to Allen Disbrough while secretly loving Rance. She writes a life changing letter to Rance proposing a marriage on strict terms, hoping to gain independence and protect her father, but her father discovers she is writing. The scene ends with her confronting her enraged father over the letter.
Old time residents note oil profits from the era, with figures around 204 million dollars from cotton and 237 million from all sources, while hot oil might push totals toward a quarter of a billion. Meanwhile Clovis opens a 50 by 125 foot municipal pool, praised as a modern asset and a relief work opportunity for valley towns seeking larger pools statewide.
New Mexico plans a notable display at the Century of Progress Exposition in Chicago with extensive state representation. Led by Arthur Prager the exhibit includes agricultural products from State College mineral resources from the School of Mines Navajo and Spanish American artisans and a group of New Mexico paintings. The display aims to highlight Indian and Spanish American influences and will be located in the Court of States beside Florida. Work is largely by volunteers and should be ready by July 1 with special permissions extending installation time.
Reports from New Mexico describe a new form of pottery unearthed in the Mocking Birds Gap crypts. A funeral urn lid reveals corn bread mixed with mesquite meal, baked in a leaf-like vessel. Microscopical and chemical tests confirm corn bread, while archaeologists debate the age of the site and the significance of the unclassified pottery.
Classified notice advertises a late model Ford V-8 truck for sale with location at 227 East Second Street and contact shorthand Adv. M15tic.
Nineteen advanced ROTC students from Tate College depart for six week summer encampment at Fort Bliss Texas. The Army funded camp carries cadets toward a second lieutenant commission with the Officer Reserve Corps. Lieutenant Colonel Ambrose Emery leads the camp with Sergeant J E Cragin and college officials assisting.
The commission reports total expenses for the four month exposition including the exhibit and distributed literature are projected to run about $25 000. This figure reflects careful budgeting amid the economy and supports the event’s outreach and educational goals.
All living graduates of New Mexico State College’s first class attended commencement and an alumni banquet. The 1894 class had five members. three living members Dr Fabian Gareta Roy Larkin and Mrs Acne Williams were honored. Larkin served as toastmaster at the alumni banquet.
Ad displays Bailey's Cleaning Works offering moth proof storage and fur storage in a fire and moth proof vault. Customer Ave sent winter garments to Bailey's for cleaning and storage. Phone 890.
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