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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1941
Page
4
The article discusses the strategic value of a two ocean navy, potential canal routes via Nicaragua and Tehuantepec, the Russian war situation with Lenin and Moscow, and Roswell’s growing building demand tied to a new army base expanding after year start.
The piece argues that Panama under such a leader would harm the United States and Panama, while possibly pleasing Axis powers. It suggests that if a desposed president of Panama is such a figure, Americans would not mourn his departure.
The article argues Panama is vital to American defenses. If fallen to an enemy, transportation between the Atlantic and Pacific would be severed, harming wartime logistics. Control of the Panama canal by adversaries would be a serious strategic blow.
German field headquarters report progress as troops close on Red forces around the sea of Azov with aims toward Rostov. British and American dispatches note Melitopol Ossipenco Berdyansk and Mariupol captured along the north shore. Soviet communiques hint at possible pockets of resistance west of these points. Russian air superiority claimed. Leningrad defense stiffens while fortifications hold against renewed German breakout attempts west of the city.
Under secretary Dempsey told Roswell leaders that New Mexico lacks funds for rehabilitation but can provide equipment and labor if needed. He said Congress would act if the matter becomes a legislative item and noted federal help aims to save lives rather than seek credit. The banquet drew a full house and Dempsey departed for Artesia afterward.
Directors report of the secretary treasurer notes officers to be elected at 1:30 tomorrow. H M Dow of Roswell will be toastmaster. Speakers include Governor, Col D C Pearson superintendent of New Mexico Military Institute, and Claude Simpson secretary of Roswell Chamber of Commerce. A solo by R E Shephard and a floor show directed by Mrs Paul McEvoy will follow.
Federal officials will supervise Hondo flood control to protect homes and cellars, with the Reclamation Service handling plans. Dempsey says action is imminent and a full damage report will be prepared by Ross Malone Jr. Roswell faces flood losses estimated around 750000, residential damage over 200000 across 1300 to 1400 houses, funding via a 5-mill levy.
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