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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1941
Page
4
The navy's building program is progressing quickly with ships launched in rapid succession. Critics note the force declined after World War I and urge America not to repeat the same mistake.
Ray MacDonald a nineteen year old Broadway dancer turned Hollywood performer works on Babes on Broadway with Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland. He just completed Life Begins for Andy Hardy and Down San Diego Way. He aims to mix musical and dramatic roles on screen and stage, after early fame with his sister Grace in Babes on Broadway. His background includes Boston birth, New York schooling, Cathedral High School graduation, and living with his mother in a Hollywood bungalow.
A critical view claims the party's Congress members are wrecking the party with un-American actions, damaging morale and membership, and possibly causing irreparable harm.
Wendell Willkie urged bold action against Nazi aggression during an NBC CBS radio program marking King Peter II of Yugoslavia’s 18th birthday. He said savage might challenges freedom of the seas and that the United States must protect its ships with determined force across the North Atlantic.
The Republican party faces fundraising difficulties as major donors withhold support, deeming the party out of step with American needs. Donors criticize current congressional leadership as unpatriotic and idiotic, warning the party will be unable to secure contributions unless its course changes.
Reports from Russia describe vast losses on both sides and thousands of bodies along roadsides as the war rages with brutal ferocity. The text urges rapid American defense mobilization, arguing national needs must override labor and capitalist interests to prevent Europe’s agony from reaching the United States.
A Nation's Business note compares war fever to revivalist zeal and recounts a Washington journalist's claim that the Army needed blonde hair for precision instruments. The War Department refused the appeal, advising women to keep their hair until the enemy threat became visible.
Reading a short item about the Old Town teaching staff at Las Vegas reveals twenty eight teachers at work with not a single Anglo. The piece compares the ratio to Portales and other east side schools, noting a reverse English pattern.
Hub Kane of the Las Vegas Optic sharply criticizes the decision to abandon the Chili line north from Santa Fe. He suggests moving the capital to a town with better communications, noting Las Vegas is a city where auto travel dominates among newcomers.
Clyde Tingley announces E J House Jr as night chief of the Albuquerque police force. House previously built the New Mexico mounted police from nothing and is regarded as one of the state’s top peace officers. The move signals a shift in local politics.
Oro Grande is left without a mayor or city clerk after Tom and Mrs. Bell sell the inn to Bennett and move to Cox's wells. The Bells have long held unofficial power, electing themselves mayor and clerk for twenty years, a system now at an end. Frank Vesely’s mayoral bid in Silver City looms amid the upheaval.
About 13,861 visitors entered White Sands in August, roughly 4,000 more than in 1940, with most guests appearing pleased.
In the first half of 1941 New Mexico families received 372000 dollars from 324 life insurance policies carried by heads of households. Without that money many families would have faced real suffering, highlighting the value of life insurance during hard times.
The article argues the new law requires each county to be redistricted into three equal population commissioner districts. It notes the challenge of gerrymandering and insists the main flaw is commissioners must be elected by the entire county rather than by district.
Fort Sumner and Levington counties report no bond issues for modern courthouses. Fort Sumner built without bonds, Levington funded largely from maintenance savings and a brief three year levy. Lea county’s courthouse stands as a monument to Earnest Evans of Tatum for leading the effort benefiting residents.
Farmington reports an enrollment over 1,000 pupils and boasts a premier plant, a sign of growth for this isolated town. The remark highlights local pride in education and facilities.
A Lovington High School creed tablet outlines beliefs in honesty, loyalty, cooperation, respect, and citizenship. It pledges allegiance to the school and emphasizes developing initiative, leadership, a sound mind and body, and usefulness to the community. The text frames religion patriotism and clear thinking as foundations for good citizenship.
A Wall inscription reads Let not the sun go down on your wrath on a Farmington home. The fragment notes a domestic reference to a biblical admonition seen on an interior wall. No further context is provided about date or ownership.
A placard in a Jal business house states that lending money to a man often ends friendship, and that goods are the same as money, implying a warning to lenders to protect their friendships.
A Deming barber shop scene centers on a plain spoken saying about trade, treatment, or travel. The line reflects local mood as patrons discuss commerce and movement in a terse, observational snippet from the shop.
Albuquerque hill topics column bids farewell to Mr Hatch in a sharp editorial remark. The short blurb signals a departing figure and a pointed critique of local leadership. Readers see a concise sendoff with a hint of community tension in the closing line.
A farewell note praising Mr Hatch and his public service ends with a nod to the Hatch Act. It cites appreciation for the person while noting the public’s preference away from the convention system and opposition to the direct primary.
A wall sign in Grants quotes a philosophical line about swearing and God. It reads If there is a God swearing is an awful sin If there isn’t any God swearing is simply silly. The brief remark prompts readers to consider belief and restraint.
A garbled campaign placard found on a phone pole in Hatch reads I am going to vote for Tingley for governor with a trailing Damfino why. The note suggests vandalism or satire surrounding the gubernatorial race.
A visitor entry from Sarah Keller of Eastland Ohio criticizes a woman who left her home life for an ongoing uncomfortable vacation, sparking commentary in the campsite guest book.
On a wall placard in the Lea county oil fields a sign reads Please don't ask us to drink with you Whisky is made for the dealer to sell, not for the dealer to drink. The message questions local drinking norms and implies a stance against drinking among oil field workers.
A note posted inside a Sierra County business premises urges staff to avoid dirty stories. It states if a visitor shared a dirty tale at one’s home, they would be asked to leave and reminds that the women workers may be mothers or wives.
A Tip Ed wards postcard from Guaymas features a wry line about fish liars, urging readers to abandon the belief that Santa Fe is the only town with such tricks. The humorous note reflects light local color and travel glimpses.
Nazi high command silent on details as DNB reports Stuka waves attacking Leningrad and a vast clash at the lake shore. In Ukraine, Russian forces say German attempts to pierce Kiev and storm Odessa produce terrific casualties on the front.
British night raid on Berlin lasted from midnight to dawn with fires rising in the heart of the city. Moonlit lakes west of the capital aided bomber navigation as hundreds of aircraft hit a main railway station and surrounding districts amid continuous anti aircraft and night fighter defense. No official plane counts released.
An address opposing meat imports from New Mexico counties with hoof and mouth disease airs on KOB at 7 45 tonight by E G Hayward of Cimarron, vice president of the State Cattle Growers Association. Carlsbad New Mexico Sept 8 Delegates at the New Mexico Sheriffs and Police Association annual convention settle in with pistol shoots and business notes. Governor John Miles expected to address the gathering tomorrow.
Four New Mexico colleges receive student quotas for the civilian pilot training program this fall. New Mexico University will train 30 students in the elementary course and 20 in the secondary course. Eastern New Mexico College and another college each receive ten students for elementary instruction.
The State Game Department announces season dates and bag limits aligning with federal rules. Doves run Sept 1 to Oct 12 with 12 per day. Band-Tailed Pigeons Sept 16 to 30 with 10. Rails and Gallinules Sept 1 to Nov 30 with 15. Ducks Geese and Coot Nov 2 to Dec 31 with 10 per day and 20 in possession, plus caps on redheads and buffleheads. Shooting hours and equipment rules apply. A state license is required and federal duck stamps are needed for those over 16.
San Diego won the National American Legion junior baseball title, beating Berwyn in three straight games. The champions allowed only three runs across the title series and outscored their opponent 5-3 in the deciding game.
Tucson secured second half honors and captured the Arizona Texas League title by sweeping Bisbee in a doubleheader, 9 to 1 and 16 to 5. The victories solidified Tucson's dominance in the league race.
Gov. Sidney P. Osborn among about 1500 fans as the Cowboys finish the home season by winning both halves of the circuit split season, establishing a precedent for consistency and success at the arena.
A public notice states property at 1302 North Kentucky is for sale by private seller Made lene Crossen. It lists a classifier contact number 17 and a phone line for inquiries. The notice emphasizes sale by the individual seller and directs readers to call for details.
Home grown honey dew melons offered for sale by Andersons Gardens. This brief ad notes garden produce available locally and invites interested buyers to contact the seller for purchase.
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