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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1940
Page
4
Marian Martin debuts a simple yet stylish pattern 9537 for girls ages 8 to 16 with bias front bodice sections and high waist seams. The pattern suits wool plaids velveteen and includes long or short sleeves. Order instructions and pricing are provided by The Record Pattern Department.
Roswell High School band staged a pantomime themed western territory play during the Roswell High School football game. Pep squad girls formed a square to symbolize a territory while Indians, pioneers, and Uncle Sam acted out a peace tale culminating in statehood. The band then formed a star and played music including Oh Fair New Mexico and The Eyes of Texas Are Upon You as fireworks lit the field and the national anthem.
Frantic week begins with numerous society gatherings across churches clubs and associations, from Missionary Society meetings to bridge clubs and a Junior Woman's Club supper dance. A surprised birthday party for Gilmer Brown drew about 135 guests at L O Thompson's home with gifts and refreshments. Mr. and Mrs. J S Curtis of San Antonio visit Roswell residents Mr. Crow and Mr. Seely in town.
Mrs. Arden Boellner commissioner of Roswell Girl Scout Council hosted a coffee at her home on 508 North Missouri Avenue to meet Miss Vera Smith of West Virginia the new Roswell Girl Scouting director. Guests included leaders and several local figures. Coffee table displayed roses from former council member Mr. Santheson.
The W C T U met Friday afternoon at Mrs. D C Steele's North Main Street home with Mrs. W B Binns presiding. Judge Pat O'Neill spoke on liquor safety and its link to accidents, followed by refreshments for a list of attendees.
A vintage listing promotes holiday organizing with tested recipes for mincemeat and baked brown bread. It includes directions for fluffy sweet potatoes served with butter and sugar, a home made mincemeat mix with beef, suet, dried fruit, and spices, plus bread ingredients and method.
Willkie told a Bethlehem crowd that democracy must unite in a voluntary move to end class warfare and strengthen the nation. He urged Roosevelt to answer questions on his defense plan, wartime policy, and debt, arguing for a united effort to preserve the American way of life.
Washington October 24 An extended Navy Day observance opened with plans for a three day program marking a push toward U S ship construction and sea dominance. Ceremonies were held at the John Paul Jones monument and visitors will tour training vessels Sunday with limited access to fleet and yards.
Mrs. B F Kelly hosted a dessert bridge gathering at her home on 210 North Kansas Avenue to honor Mrs. Earl Harrington of Dallas. Guests included Mrs. J Y Brandon and Mrs. Woodrow Little who won high score prizes while the honoree received a gift.
Jim Young and Ima Jean Southard from Dexter are cast in Double Door, a three act play to be produced November 5 at Abilene Christian College. The production is directed by Mrs. A B Morris as practice continues.
Woodward, commander of the third naval district, spoke at a navy day event projecting the United States could double its naval tonnage within six years. Current forces total 348 ships with 2,200 aircraft, while Congress funded a 4 billion two ocean fleet program adding 330 vessels.
Ford reconditioned motors offered by Roswell Auto Co are priced competitively with mail order motors, highlighting value for local buyers in Roswell.
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