Engravings Free Monday at Gus' Store Display Window
One killed and ten injured in a trolley car accident reported with details of the tragedy and its location. Engravings advertised for free on Monday at Gus' Store with a display window notice.
06 Aug 1904
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1904
Page
1
One killed and ten injured in a trolley car accident reported with details of the tragedy and its location. Engravings advertised for free on Monday at Gus' Store with a display window notice.
The United States European squadron has been ordered to Turkish waters. In Chicago the exec committee of allied trades postponed action on truck mechanics and meat deliveries from cold storage, awaiting teamsters' officials return from Cincinnati.
Market notes from Kansas City Chicago and St Louis dated August 6 show cattle prices steady with ranges for native and western steers and cows, plus stockers, calves, and sheep trading similarly on the day. New York summarizes metals and money with lead copper quiet, mercantile paper at 4 1 4 percent, silver at 58 1 2 cents, and listed U S Steel and rail stocks closing mixed.
A World War II era notice reflects a heavy win by Allied forces against Japanese forces yet notes a loss valued at ten to thirteen thousand in a casualty or cost context. The item reads as a brief public record or editorial snippet from a historical newspaper.
Reports from Liao Yang and St. Petersburg detail Japanese losses estimated at ten to thirteen thousand in a battle near Houtstatze while Russian forces retreated and shellfire inflicted heavy damage. Officials note the Vladivostock prize court has condemned the sunken steamer Knight Commander and its cargo as lawful prize.
Reports from St Petersburg and Nagasaki sketch a tense picture in the Russo-Japanese theater. Russian and Japanese forces clash near Liao Yang and Hai Cheng with Port Arthur seen as likely to fall within weeks. Commentators note Japanese reinforcements and Russian attrition shaping a final battle.
Reports indicate about 40000 workers in the building trades alliance may face a lockout as employers push for action. The dispute follows earlier strikes and is described as imminent, with officials signaling swift investigation into Fidelity Savings Association matters in Denver.
Cardinal Satolli sails for Europe aboard an outgoing steamship today. Former apostolic delegate at Washington and current prefect of the congregation of studies, Satolli arrived in New York five to six weeks ago. His visit, said to be for a special papal mission, remains shrouded in secrecy.
John A. Shields of Holton Kansas, famed as the world's record holder for typewriter speed, reportedly wrote 243 words in 60 seconds at the Palace of Libera Arts during a World’s Fair appearance. The blindfolded test, witnessed by a St Louis typewriter trade committee, used a matter containing every character and alphabet in order.
For days Sandy, a big cat owned by Dr. D. H. Galloway, has been exceedingly nervous. He humps his back and his tail swells, an unusual behavior for the normally peaceful pet.
The Western Maryland railroad reports terminal lines in Baltimore to be completed by early next month after spending over 1.5 million dollars with more than 3 million planned. The 268 mile line will gain direct harbor access, currently routed via the Union railroad controlled by the Pennsylvania.
Walton successor to Frost's Studio has added L Gray Williams from Denver to his staff. The studio at 206 West Fourth street offers high class portraiture, copying and enlarging, amateur work, photo supplies and all photographic services. Phone 162.
A 16% hands blond bay horse with rangy build and no brand is missing about eight miles south of town. It shows a slight gray on the nose. A reward is offered if returned to owner Daniel & Daniel.
Washington announces a Democratic congressional campaign committee listing house members John F. Shafroth Colorado Co B Randall Texas John E Os borne Wyoming and E B Chaves New Mexico. Senate member Charles A Culbertson Texas also named.
Austin August 6 The Southwestern Colonization Company forms with a $500000 capital to work with the Frisco system and other Texas railroads including St Louis Brownsville Mexico. The venture intends developing about eight million acres along the Gulf coast for sale at $3 to $5 per acre to attract eastern and international migrants.
A Dallas commercial man remarks Ward has moved to this city and now runs the fountain at Daniel and Daniel drug store. He praises Ward as one of the west’s most expert fountain men with experience in Dallas Houston Beaumont and Orange.
Frank Gotch and Dan S McLeod, former champion, prepare for a catch wrestling title match in Vancouver British Columbia tonight. Both fighters trained hard and are reported in peak condition. The bout is billed as for the world championship with strong local interest.
A cable from Mr. Dawson the American minister to San Domingo to the state department suggests war ships at Monte Christie for a short time. It appears another revolutionary movement is impending in the republic, signaling possible unrest.
A C Campbell chief clerk in the attorney general’s office resigns from a $2,250 yearly post. Campbell from Roswell N M was a candidate for associate justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court, but Mann secured the appointment with Territorial backing. Rumor says Campbell may be slated for a major Roosevelt administration position, potentially reshaping New Mexico judiciary.
At the St Louis World's Fair on August 6 a Colorado seedless apple takes a spotlight alongside the horseless carriage wireless telegraph smokeless coal and other advances. The seedless apple is claimed to be frost safe since it bears no blossoms and is exhibited in the Horticultural building.
Bargain hunters urged to consult Famous before purchasing as prices are advertised at 25 percent below cost. The ad claims savings of 150 percent to buyers, emphasizing substantial value on current stock.
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