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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1910
Page
2
The shooting of Mayor William J. Gaynor by a discharged city employee shocks Gotham and underscores the hostile politics around the reformer. Liquor is blamed for inflamed passions and crime while Gaynor’s survival is seen as crucial for future Democratic prospects.
The Santa Fe New Mexican says Republicans want liquor control placed entirely in the hands of the legislature. It notes that history shows little chance for prohibition under current legislatures. It argues only the Democratic party offers hope by submitting the issue to a popular vote.
The article notes that Democrats plan to include a railroad commission in the new state's constitution elected by the people. It would ensure fair freight rates and prevent higher costs for Pecos Valley shipments compared with routes from New York to California, advocating a cut in passenger fares from four to two or at least three cents.
A government commission reports thousands of foreigners in Pennsylvania mining regions cannot speak or read English. It notes they live in company houses, buy from company stores, and may be compelled to vote the company ticket, the Republican ticket.
A political message frames a Republican vote as binding fetters of corporations on New Mexico and its children, while a Democratic vote is cast as empowering citizens to control their own destinies over corporate power.
Chairman McKinley states the GOP will run on the party's glorious achievements including the tariff. But observers Bristow Murdock Cummins and Dolliver are not aligned with that tariff stance.
A fragment notes Republicans labeling certain government ideas as untried. The passage hints at evaluating novel approaches within public policy without detailing specific proposals or outcomes.
A historical note praises the referendum and initiative as long used in Switzerland, implying their longevity surpasses that of any living American. The passage emphasizes the enduring practice and its applicability to both instruments.
The Democrats of New Mexico say they will control the constitutional convention and draft a constitution for all people of New Mexico including Republicans Socialists laboring people farmers merchants bankers corporations and other interests.
A handful of Republicans will back the initiative referendum and recall at the constitutional convention, but they will be few. Some Republican candidates in Chaves county have already spoken on the issues.
The winning ticket was named yes terday in Chaves County. On Saturday the right kind of a platform will be made and then will open the campaign for a record breaking victory for Democracy in this county.
A political critique notes the Republican party is led by trusts and wealthy interests, leaving supporters to seek a tough, hide-bound figure who can endure the predicament their dominance creates.
Officials estimate the United States population now around 90 million, describing the nation as a sturdy base for growing industries. The remark portrays a robust economy potential feeding young industries.
Report says Fall purchased a Las Cruces newspaper to balance Andrews who bought an Albuquerque morning paper.
Yesterday half a million pounds of wool were sent from eastern New Mexico after growers failed to secure fair prices amid Republican prosperity and Aldrichism.
The Republicans in Texas yesterday organized a full state ticket showing unexpectedly large party numbers and cohesion. The event highlighted surprising party strength across the state and underscored a solid organizational effort.
A baseball game drew the largest crowd ever seen in the city to support the cemetery fund. Organizers reported strong turnout and significant contributions, underscoring community backing for the memorial project.
The Albuquerque Morning Journal shifts editorial emphasis from politics to patent medicines. The move marks a change in topic depth as readers encounter health product discussions and potential remedies featured in the paper’s opinion pages.
Delegates at the American Apple Growers Congress report a short apple crop in Missouri Illinois Arkansas and other central western and Southwestern states. In the Pacific Northwest orchard production is expected to break all records.
The Philadelphia opening address by Mayor Reyburn and remarks from association officers marked the start of the National Association of Master Sheet Metal Workers convention at Lulu Temple. Sessions continue tomorrow and Friday with New Orleans favored to host next year’s event.
Bishop K. H. G. von Sneele representing King Gustav V and the Church of Sweden will speak today in Providence at the Swedish Lutheran Church in America fiftieth anniversary celebration. He is accompanied by Lady von Sneele.
Washington Elks converge on Los Angeles for the state reunion in August. Seattle’s Aug 10 report notes Port Angeles as the Mecca for Elks from across the state gathering over the next three days, promising record attendance and interest.
The Catholic Mutual Benefit Association of Canada opens its national convention in Ottawa. Auditors report the society holds more than $300,000 in reserve funds above all liabilities.
A memorial boulder and bronze tablet were unveiled in Pulaski on August 10 to honor the village’s old settlers and commemorate the centennial founding of the community.
The International Congress of Architects and Librarians in Brussels discusses forming a global bibliographical and documentation union as its main agenda on August 10. Delegates from archives and libraries weigh cooperation and standards for cataloging and resource sharing.
Fire fighters from the Vermont State Firemen's Association gather in Burlington Vermont on August 10 to take part in the annual tournament and convention. The event brings members from across the state to compete and discuss association affairs.
Monks of Mone-Tal-Nak will perform at the Livingston carnival tonight as the Montana Elks host their annual state convention and celebration in the city.
The Record notes no critique of Republican candidates yet reports residents are not voting Republican this fall in Chaves County highlighting shifting local sentiment and anticipated turnout challenges.
The Albuquerque Journal reports the paper has dropped figures Fall and Hawkins from a road project update and now reports focus on good roads. No further details are provided in the fragment.
Eagle's Mere Pennsylvania hosts the annual Lake Carnival with many decorated boats entered. The event on August 10 features a gala atmosphere and anticipated lively displays from participants.
Bethlehem Golf, Bethlehem New Hampshire, August 10. A four day tournament for the club championship began today on the Bethlehem Country Club links.
Tae Record cautions Republican candidates against banking on a large impact from a Santa Fe journey this year, urging caution about high expectations and electoral influence.
W A Phillips and son Cecil arrived from Sherman Texas after Logan Phillips twelve year old son of W A Phillips was shot. The boy is paralyzed from the waist down but hopes for recovery remain. The shooter is held on a five hundred dollar bond. The incident occurred as a crowd of boys fled from an angry owner.
Green B. stands out as a strong contender for the running lineup with notable speed and endurance. Officials weigh his potential impact on upcoming events and team strategy.
Chicago cotton and wheat millionaire James A. Patten sails from London to New York on the Adriatic after a vacation. In an interview he says America’s prosperity hinges on a big upcoming corn crop and that he believes it will be large.
In St Louis on August 10, leading figures in fruit culture and orchard product marketing participate in a two day program. The event focuses on apple industry development and market strategies.
A Phillips youth was shot by a man who believed he was part of a marauding group at a fruit patch robbery. Cecil Phillips had been away in Arizona and California and was summoned to Sherman from Needles. he spent three months away.
In Brussels on August 10 the third International Congress on Physical Education began with attendees from around the world. Dr. R Tait MacKenzie of the University of Pennsylvania represents the United States and will speak on Physical Culture in American Colleges. King Albert welcomed participants. An American committee, led by Prof. M W O Shea of Wisconsin and Prof. W C Bagley of Illinois, will promote the cause in the United States.
D. Y. Tomlinson Jr. travels to Carlsbad and Pecos for a few days to handle business as Pecos Valley manager for Swift and Company.
Louis F. Wachs and Chas L. Wachs tested distillate as engine fuel on a 12 horsepower International engine at Beers orchard in Pecos Valley. Distillate ran 51 minutes per gallon at full load costing ten cents, while Naptha ran 36 minutes per gallon at fifteen cents, saving over fifty percent in pumping cost.
The Modern Brotherhood of America invites all members and their families to an initiation and entertainment on Wednesday August 1. The 3412 committee urges attendance.
Musgrave travels to Arroyo Seco to procure three outlaw horses from the Black ranch for Friday and Saturday exhibitions. The notable horses include Black Devil Hightower Black and the Black Sorrel. Additional mounts Blaze Garnet from Tur key Track ranch and Granger Stranger from Felix ranch join the lineup.
District court notice states Grand and Petit Juries are summoned for the October term of United States Court in the Fifth Judicial District Territory of New Mexico. Official territory proceedings outline jury selection and term dates for the court.
Judge and Clerk will conduct the drawing in Roswell at ten o clock A M on September 3 1910. The process is officiated by S I Roberts Clerk District Court Fifth Judicial District Territory of New Mexico with seal and witness.
Notice declares the November 1910 term jury draw to be conducted by the Judge and Clerk in the Judge's Chambers at Roswell New Mexico on Saturday September 3 1910. Signed S I Roberts Clerk District Court Fifth Judicial District Chaves County.
Department of Territorial Engineer Santa Fe issues notice for Floyd Thomas of Weed Otero County to appropriate 40 acres from Cottonwood via pumping and ditching. Application number 450 filed May 12 1910 under Section 26 Irrigation Law. Objections due October 13 1910 with affidavits. Vernon L. Sullivan Territorial Engineer.
Mary A. Cobean Notary Public at Record Office Santa Fe New Mexico July 15 1910 notices an application by W S Day and S W Clare for water rights from McFarland Canon for irrigation of 20 acres. Objections must be filed by March 29 1910 with affidavits and application number to the Territorial Engineer.
The Record Office offers a wide range of legal blanks for Justice of the Peace and Territorial Courts, plus general commercial forms. Includes Warranty Deeds, Mortgage Deeds, Leases, Mortgages, Bills of Sale, Promissory Notes, Receipts, For Rent and For Sale cards, estate papers, mining blanks, and more. They provide correct, neatly printed forms at reasonable prices and can tailor special blanks.
An election of qualified voters in Chaves County New Mexico is called to be held on Tuesday September 6 1910 at precincts for the purpose of electing four delegates for Chaves County.
The notice lists Precincts 1 through 12 with locations in Roswell, Springerville, Dexter, Hagerman, Lake Arthur, Lower Penasco, Plainview, Hernandez, Dunlap, Kenna and Elkins. Polls run 9 AM to 6 PM per law, on election day as directed by the Chaves County Board.
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