04 Apr 1907
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1907
Page
1
The Interstate Commerce Commission resumed hearings on the Harriman railroad case. Attorneys argued points of law and questioned witnesses as part of the dispute over railroad practices and rates. Victory or defeat hinges on the commission's findings.
Arguments opened today before the Interstate Commerce Commission on the Harriman case. The issue centers on whether Pacific and Southern lines formed a trade combination to restrain competition under the Sherman act. Government counsel argue that Harriman interests control multiple lines, affecting rates.
The Interstate Commerce Commission heard Harriman lawyers clash over whether Union Pacific and Southern Pacific are parallel competing lines. A ruling may trigger government action under the Sherman Act. a negative result could ease governmental interference for the era. Evidence portrays UP and Oregon Short Line as a banking-like behemoth eroding Southern Pacific competition and threatening California shippers, with stock moves wiping out rivals.
Hereford Texas April 4 W W Snyder of Mill Grove Missouri brother of J P Snyder was killed when his car overturned 30 miles from Hereford at 8 25 last evening He had arrived by train the day before and joined homeseekers on a motor party returning when the crash occurred The car was going fast and swung a corner smashing the auto Snyder about 35 leaves a wife and small child at Mill Grove J P Snyder a land dealer had just bought two autos to show land seekers There are about forty such machines in use here for this purpose
The Wisconsin state high school basketball tournament starts tonight at Alexander Gymnasium Lawrence University Appleton with teams Antigo Waukesha and West Green Bay. Preliminaries run tonight and tomorrow. survivors will enter finals for three games each with a Saturday championship. Awards include a silver loving cup from Italota society and gold silver bronze medals from the Lawrence Athletic Association for top teams.
A squadron of three armored cruisers leaves Portsmouth to represent Great Britain at the Jamestown Exposition. The fleet led by Rear Admiral Neville includes the Good Hope Roxbury and Hampstead and will stay until April 23 before heading to Hampton Roads then to Halifax and Quebec.
Mexico City reports the Sunday Rest Society formed to push for closing shops on Sundays. The first movement in Mexico aims to effect a Sunday closing of businesses.
All the ladies of the M E Church South are requested to attend a special meeting at the church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock.
Carlton and Bell advertise a compact home offering a four room layout with bath and conveniences on two acres. The property includes a well windmill corral shed and related facilities.
Dr. E M Fisher relocates his medical practice to rooms over the First National Bank. The move places his offices in a prominent downtown building, detailing new contact arrangements and location for patients.
Val Vede Camp U C V will meet at the Court House on Saturday April 6 at 2 30 p m for a regular quarterly gathering. Norval Randolph left for Highland Ohio to join his wife who has been visiting there. He plans a year to eighteen months away before returning to Roswell with Mrs Randolph after attending a business college course in New York. He has long served at the Joyce Pruit store in Roswell.
Ad offers furniture horse bogey and cow for sale or rent. House available furnished or unfurnished at 411 N. Pa. 2913. Includes mention of Majestic show with price ten cents tonight.
Local Roswell weather summary shows max 79 and min 45 with a 62 degree mean. Precipitation 0. Wind west at 18 mph. Clear skies. Forecast calls for snowers and cooler conditions tonight and Friday in Roswell and vicinity.
A state Lunacy Commission declares a majority decision in favor of a thaw policy amid public concern over mental health procedures.
Dr Putzel files a minority view declaring Thaw insane while the judge may accept either minority or majority findings. The trial proceeds with debates over access to commission minutes and court timing continues into afternoon sessions. The sale of Stanford White’s effects and local renovations also appear in this issue.
The American Art Association began an auction of Stanford White’s effects in New York as of today. The sale includes furniture, drawings, and personal items once belonging to the famed architect and designer. Proceeds are expected to support the association’s ongoing programs and exhibitions.
Bartholemew Cavagna former teller of the First National Bank was indicted for embezzlement of 20000, arraigned, pleaded guilty and given a six year sentence in Cincinnati Ohio The report notes only three minutes elapsed from indictment to sentence.
Church leaders and diplomats including Falconio, des Planches, Farley, Raybaudi Massiglia, and Archbishop Farley back a Waldorf Astoria concert for the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary. Noted performers Signor Caruso, Sassi, Sassoli, Mme. Brown, and Miss Marguerita Buckley join in the benefit for a trade school for Italian children in New York.
Miss Annie Ward Kountze daughter of Mr and Mrs Luther Kountze and J Gordon Douglas were married today at St Thomas Church in New York. The ceremony was performed by Bishop Potter. The bride is related to the Ogden Goblets and the duchess of Roxbury.
An advertisement urges readers to visit the barbecue stand near the Salvation Army Hall on East Second Street for first class corn fed beef veal and mutton barbecued hot off the coals and featuring chili.
Dennis Burnett arrested on a warrant from Justice Welter for obtaining and keeping a diamond ring valued at $25 from Mrs. Maggie Wilkins. He posted bond to appear Saturday at 10 AM. Burnett admits taking the ring but says it was a present and that Mrs. Wilkins grew jealous after he gave it to another woman.
News arrives that Bishop J N Fitzgerald of the M E church has died in Hong Kong. The notice confirms his passing and notes the international scope of his ministry and the church’s loss.
Tomas Cardona, a young Mexican, was tried at two o'clock this afternoon in the court of Justice Welter on a statutory charge with Alber ta Sanchez, a girl 15 or 16, as the complaining witness. An attempt to avoid the trial by marriage failed. Both youths reside in Roswell.
Fred Miller starts a three week absence from Joyce Pruit store duties due to illness.
A massive quake strikes Turkish Armenia causing widespread damage. Reports describe severe shaking and destruction across towns with residents fearing aftershocks and calling for aid from national authorities. Local officials assess casualties and infrastructure impact amid ongoing rescue efforts.
Dispatch from Bitles reports a powerful 29 March earthquake in Turkish Armenia. 8 deaths, thousands homeless, widespread damage to homes and public buildings, famine prices, poverty, and extreme suffering amid ongoing aftershocks.
The Junior Baptist Union announces an ice cream service on the Court House lawn Friday afternoon. Plan to attend and enjoy treats in a community event.
E H Harriman in New York April 4 denies any bargain over Roosevelts exchange with him regarding the 1904 Senate contest between Black and Depew. He says there was no agreement to raise money for Depews ambassadorial or senatorial appointment and his Webster letter does not state such. The part of the agreement aimed to harmonize Black Depew forces if needed.
Nearly 2,000 teachers from every city and parish attend the opening of the sixteenth Louisiana Public School Teachers' association convention in Shreveport. The rush of delegates began last night with trains bringing crowds as New Orleans and Natchitoches normal school delegations join the gathering. President Professor C. A. Ives of Minden delivers the annual address as officials file reports at the opening session.
The town formerly known as Urton in Kenna New Mexico had its name officially changed to Kenna by Washington authorities on Monday April 3. The change applies to all official references and signage.
The general opinion is that there will be no strike. Officials and workers appear unlikely to walk out, with negotiations ongoing and no disruption anticipated at this time. The mood among parties suggests a tentative resolve to resume talks and avoid labor action.
Federal mediators report progress as representatives of trainmen and Western railroad managers edge toward a settlement. Grand Master Morrissey says negotiations continue with a favorable outlook and a definite conclusion reached this morning. A late bulletin confirms an agreement between managers, trainmen, and conductors expected before tomorrow.
Department of the Interior contest notice declares homestead entry 4013 challenged by Charles G. Richardson against Lee B. Harnden. Hearing set for May 11, 1907 in Roswell New Mexico. due to due diligence service issues publication required. Rider note on local arrivals from Dallas and entertainment ad follows.
A Roswell hearing titled Investigation is planned to probe a vote related to Larraz Lo. Officials from local government will oversee the session with confirmation of attendees and potential legal implications.
Evidence gathered in Roswell before notary A. O. Millice under Delegate W. H. Andrews seeks to prove ballot boxes were moved and counted at a different site. Testimony from judges and clerks shows the box was transported to a supper room and then to the Grand Central hotel for counting amid public access. The aim is to portray Democratic counties as fraud prone while noting no fraud found. Republicans plan to allege illegal votes in the South precinct.
A morning fire alarm at 9 30 amid spring winds drew excitement as coals from a smoldering trash fire reignited a Jaffa fence blaze on South Richardson Avenue. Firemen reached the scene in four minutes and extinguished the fire with little damage. A 1 30 pm call tackled a haystack blaze at Richard Phillips’ on the west end of 5th street with minor damage.
On Saturday April 6 1907 the C M E Church of the city invites all to its first chicken dinner of the season promising a grand event with swift runners expected to draw a crowd. Proceeds support church activities.
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