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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1940
Page
6
The notice lists advertising rates per month and per year, indicates the paper is entered May 10, 1903 in Roswell New Mexico as Second Class Mail Matter, and notes Associated Press ownership and rights along with New Mexico Newspaper Association membership.
A fragmented line appears to reference Love's Interlude in a literary chapter heading. The garbled OCR suggests a chapter title or related note, with limited readable context for a fuller summary. The text quality prevents confident extraction of persons, organizations, or precise events.
A magazine essay on morale contrasts Allied resilience with French weakness before World War II, praising British resolve and American spirit. A serialized story follows Moira, a beauty-shop worker, and Dr. Rodney Stone as they grow closer in a hospital setting, sharing hopes, affection, and plans for a future.
District Judge Bryan Johnson investigated Guy L. Waggoner to decide if he is a New Mexico or Texas resident. Waggoner faces cross-state divorce suits as Virginia Green Waggoner of Fort Worth contests jurisdiction. Witnesses cited his 1937 New Mexico ties, Texas salary, and a letter to Vice President Garner claiming Texas citizenship.
A compact list of across and down crossword clues with numbers and partial entries including references to colors, countries, and common wordplay hints. The page mixes standard puzzle prompts such as missing pigment phrases and river islets with older style terms and a few stray diacritics from scanning.
Governor John Miles urges elimination of politics from management of New Mexico's higher schools, citing county-level influence in common schools. He aims to cleanse higher education, noting widespread need for reform across institutions.
R. J. Mullins, secretary of the New Mexico Educational Association, warns the upcoming legislature must find 400000 to avert a slump in the general program, cuts in teachers' pay, and other retrenchments. Enrollment is rising and counties may view the school system as a source of partisan loot. No real effort has been made to reduce excess baggage, salaries, or inefficiencies. The 400000 shortfall seems likely to require higher school levies or a sales tax, unlikely options for many.
Mrs. C J of Carlsvad denounces a columnist over a paragraph on dual employment in New Mexico and the nation. She argues that her well employed husband supports the family while others lose income. The writer claims many thousands face the same issue and calls it a core national fault.
The column notes inexpensive meals in Roswell with a two bit cold lunch for two and a 35 cent fried chicken dinner in major towns. It suggests diners survive by making a few cents on each order and praises affordable local fare.
An examination for the Hobbs postmaster position has been issued with a sundown deadline of November 6. The selected candidate remains in place but the process is kept moving despite the routine.
Veteran politico John Bingham arrives in Pecos Valley and equips himself with Lucky Diamonds. The seasoned figure aims to make impact in the valley. He intends to go to town with his new setup.
Hagerman notes report Mrs. J E Kiper recovering after major operation at Carlsbad hospital. Mr Coy Knoll to stay two weeks in Rochester for nonoperative treatment. Miss Alice Lathrop to wed Emmett Aldredge Jr at Las Vegas Methodist on October 20. Couple to reside in Las Vegas. No Young Women's Guild meeting this month due to Mrs Schauble’s family illness in California. Baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Tony Najar on October 22. Mrs Eliza Floto travels to Kansas and Iowa to visit relatives. Rev and Mrs Arthur Shaw return for two more years at local Methodist Church. Hagerman schools dismissed noon Wednesday for State Teachers' Convention in Santa Fe. next meeting may be at Roswell. Mrs Dora Russell marks 86th birthday amid friends and neighbors. Mamie Jo Privette and Melvin C Mayberry plan marriage October 20. will reside in Cottonwood area. Mrs J M Fletcher hosted Methodist W S C S with lessons on Sharing Possessions. Mrs Flora West led business session. fourteen members plus one guest attended. Mr and Mrs Earl Sartin and daughter departed for Wellington Texas after visit. accompanying family members plan short stay in Wellington.
The Luckies display equal efficiency in political matters as in other affairs this week, showing organized activity and coordinated actions that reflect their disciplined approach. Their efforts highlight steady planning and practical execution across local engagements.
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