08 Apr 1908
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1908
Page
1
Voters in Roswell cast ballots across wards with G A Richards leading mayoral counts, Walter Paylor topping clerk race, and multiple council and school board races decided. Total turnout reported around 256 to 259 as results highlighted ward by ward contests.
Admiral Evans' condition has improved since arriving in Paso Robles Hot Springs California and he will likely not rejoin the fleet at San Diego or participate in Southern California celebrations. Mrs C H Hale and Miss Wilson opened a new millinery store at 314 N Richardson in the Evans boarding house stand offering a full line of bright stylish goods.
Indianapolis April 7 The Indiana mines are in operation and a resolution adopted today will keep them running. Western Pennsylvania and Ohio mines stay idle until the Toledo meeting, where their resumption will be first on the agenda.
An advertisement notes guidance from Dr and Hunsberger with a contact prompt and a call today for jewelry at Zinks Jewelry Store. The fragment hints at a promotional piece or business notice with an unclear header and partial address.
Winnipeg reports the Canadian government directed police to escort Emma Goldman to the U S border. If crossing is refused she will be sent to Russia, though she claims U S citizenship. Russell builds new wagons.
Special to the Daily Record reports Democrats sweeping the Albuquerque city ticket with an average 300 lead, David S. Rose defeating Emil Seidel in Milwaukee for mayor, and Democrats winning majorities in Kansas City and Independence. In Chicago a liquor contest yields a mixed result with many saloons closed, while Wisconsin delegates head to the national convention for Bryan. Colorado towns split on local option, recent notes include the Roswell Gas Co promotion of seedless apples and souvenirs for Valley ladies.
Britain's government changes as Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman resigns due to ill health. King George V names Herbert H. Asquith as Prime Minister after an audience with the new leader. The report notes a ceremonial transition and references a closing-out seed purchase of alfalfa seed at 18.
Washington dispatch reports detailed plans for a joint military and naval force to operate in Venezuelan waters after Roosevelt secures congressional approval. Administration may avoid action but military branches map tentative campaigns with police. The move parallels prior international relief efforts against Pekin.
The Presbyterian Missionary Society will entertain all missionary societies of Roswell churches at 2 30 p m Thursday at the Presbyterian church. The president cites numerous communications from Negroes alleging filthy and inadequate accommodations for colored passengers compared with whites paying the same fare. He states equality of accommodations is supported by state laws and Alabama code and urges immediate steps by injunction or other means to enforce the order of the commission. Bernard Pos offers spring tuning services and a contact is given. Only outlaw horses at Wild West Show Friday.
Carlsbad New Mexico April 8 voters elected the Democratic town ticket without opposition at the general town election. The ticket comprises leading business and professional men and is expected to guide Carlsbad for the next two years. The victory signals growth and progress for Carlsbad in the coming decade.
A Texas shop operated by R F offers to buy and sell old buggies and wagons. The notice indicates readiness to purchase and trade antique carts for customers.
The Democratic Central Committee of Roswell met on April 6 to organize with Dr. C. M. Yater named chairman and J. S. Lea secretary. Members listed by ward include J. A. Gilmore in the Second Ward and Dr. C. M. Mayedy in the Third Ward, among others.
Washington April 8 President Roosevelt released his April 2 letter to the Attorney General directing action by a federal unit to compel railroads to provide equal accommodations for white and colored passengers. He cites Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis lines for not complying with the Interstate Commerce Commission order of June 27 1907.
A brief notice advertises a Friday afternoon Wild West Show at the amusement park. The item also promotes ice cream from Haynes and Bonney under the pure food law and mentions horse bringing to T. M. Rabb and an ENT practice by Dr Presley with eyewear service and phone 130.
The House Judiciary Committee voted to report favorably the paper trust resolution introduced April 2 by Speaker Cannon. It directs the Attorney General to inform the House about steps to investigate International Paper Co and other paper makers and requires the Bureau of Corporations to report on investigations. Also notes unrelated ads and personnel updates from Roswell and Waxahachie.
Local weather report shows max 81 degrees and min 52 with mean 66. Precipitation 00. Wind north at 14 mph. Forecast calls for rain and colder tonight and Thursday clearing and colder in Roswell and vicinity.
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