In Charge Thieves and Marauders Hung as Warning
A public display of punishment shows thieves and marauders strung up on telephone poles as a warning to would be criminals. The event signals harsh social control and vigilante justice in the locality.
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21 Aug 1906
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Roswell Daily Record in Roswell, New Mexico
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1906
Page
1
Earthquake Ravages Santiago and Valparaiso Citywide ruins and looting
Disaster reports from Valparaiso and Santiago describe vast destruction from the earthquake. Buildings are unsafe, hundreds burned or toppled, and shelters overrun while authorities vow harsh action against looters. Ships and troops help with relief as evacuees search for shelter and food.
Dr Yater Returns From Farm With New Well
Dr. C. M. Yater arrived from his farm six miles southwest of Lake Arthur with a newly brought in well. The report notes the successful completion and readiness for use at the property.
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Subsurface well shows 16 inches over six inch casing
Drilling report notes a single borehole extending 720 feet below surface with an anomaly where a 16 inch diameter section sits atop a six inch casing. This detail highlights casing configuration and depth for the well.
New York Store Ends Rapid Selling Sale Four More Days
The New York Store runs a four day rapid selling sale inviting shoppers to get in line and save money as thousands have already taken advantage of the remarkable cut rate offers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Roswell Market Sees Largest Sale Yet For Edwards
Illinois Democrats report strong sales as Mr Edwards claims the Roswell sale is his most successful. New fall stock arrived while prior lots sold at reduced prices to clear inventory amid a recent fight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwards
Roswell
Bryan and Sullivan Clash Over Party Control in Illinois
Democratic and Republican conventions in Peoria and Springfield highlight a power struggle within Illinois politics. Bryan faction leaders demand Sullivan's resignation from the national committee while Sullivan insists Bryan will be endorsed. Cannon is expected to receive Republican endorsement for 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Illinois
National
Sullivan
Bryan
Judge Thompson
Jacksonville
Rainey
Illinois
Springfield
State University
Cannon
Shelby M. Cullom
United
Manchuria Stranded Off Rabbit Island Amid Rescue Efforts
The mail steamer Manchuria remains stranded off Rabbit Island near Honolulu with pumping continued and high tide set to test a haul off. Inter-island tugs arrive with Asiatic passengers as negotiations for San Francisco tug assistance unfold. In Honolulu, the Board of Education met approving bills a new course of study public printing and repairs at Pauly and Mark Howell schools. A well is to be drilled at Pauly and a manhole added at Central for sewerage. Building committees were authorized to hire janitors and discuss sidewalk work on the Central block with city funding consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honolulu
Manchuria
Rabbit Island
Oahu
San Francisco
Pauly School
Pauly
Mark Howell
Central
Social events in New Orleans region showcase prize, games and garden party
SECURITY wins first prize a box of stationery and Miss Sharp second a pretty fan at a local event. Guests enjoyed punch ice cream and cake as Progressive Anagrams and garden parties unfolded at multiple homes with flowers and ribbons. Notables included Misses Sharp Prager Johnson Johnson Garland Smock Skipwith Mayes Cooper Ogle Carson and others plus Mrs Dickson and Mrs Johnson hosting gatherings for Christian Endeavor and visiting guests from Dexter Kansas City noting entertaining afternoons.
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Sharp
Misses Sharp
Prager
Julia Johnson
Elinore Johnson
Grace Garland
Ruth Smock
Elizabeth Skipwith
Hazel Mayes
Mary Cooper
Clara Ogle
Jennie Carson
Echman
Mr. Pedrick
Alma Sandhan
Alma
Bernice Sandham
Sadie
Mildred Martin
Lois Nisbet
Katherine Lea
Hollie Kinsinger
Marie and Maude Lewis
Cecil Green
Ella Prager
Viola McConnell
Josephine Chisum
Durell Waskom
Coffee talk at States Senate session with Mull and Yater
Mr. Mull, rising from Lake Arthur, joined Dr. Yater this morning during a session at the State Senate. The meeting focused on issues affecting local farming communities and coffee trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mull
Lake Arthur
Dr. Yater
Still Standing Pat Joyce Pruit Company Social World
A fragmented social note mentions Joyce Pruit Company in a brief column about stable positions and social standings. No further details are legible.
New York Letter on Roosevelt Aides Congress
A Roosevelt letter to Congressman James E. Watson praises current Congress and resists changing leadership to avoid disrupting ongoing reform. It urges laws banning corporate political contributions, lowering Philippines import duties, and reducing railway workers hours. The note also mentions tariff questions and exclusive agents.
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New York
Roosevelt
Jas. E. Watson
Rushville
Ind
Congress
House
Philippines
Dinner Party Honors Mrs Elder at Suburban East Second Street Home
Mrs James Garrard hosted a 1 PM dinner party at her suburban East Second Street residence in honor of guest Mrs Elder, hosted by her daughter Mrs W A Johnson. Attendees included Mesdames W A Thomas J W Thomas J T Murphy Charles A Norvell Percy Evans and John R Hodges of Artesia. Miss Jennie Carson hosted a party yesterday afternoon at G L Wrylls North Pennsylvania Ave home in honor of Miss Stephana Prager visiting. Ten young ladies attended and played flinch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Garrard
East Second Street
Elder
W. A. Johnson
Mesdames W. A. Thomas
J. W. Thomas
J. T. Murphy
Charles A. Norvell
Percy Evans
John R. Hodges
Artesia
Jennie Carson
G. L. Wryllys
Pennsylvania Avenue
Gladys Sharp
Kansas City
Stephana Prager
Miss Prager
Tragedy Strikes Basham Couple in Hereford
Mr and Mrs L R Basham are reported dead in Hereford in a tragedy that shocked the local community. Authorities say the couple were found at their home with no signs of foul play evident on initial inspection. The investigation continues as neighbors recall the couple’s quiet, active involvement in town affairs.
Death in Hereford Runaway After Auto-Scare
Mrs. L. R. Basham aged about 60 to 65 died from a broken neck and Mr. L. R. Basham about 72 suffered fatal skull fractures after a frighted horse team bolted six miles east of Hereford Texas. They jumped from the buggy as an auto passed causing the collision. The Bashams formerly of Roswell lived until four years ago. Interment planned in Hereford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell Citi
Mrs. Basham
Basham
Bashams
J. N. Russell
Mr. Russell
George Dr. Wright Land Company
George Karr
Roswell
Main Street
Barberrade
Hereford
Heis
J. W. Watkins
East Seventh Street
Runaway Wagon Injury Ties Up Local Delivery Driver
J S Campbell of Pecos Valley Trading Co was seriously hurt when horses started to run away and he was thrown from his wagon near John Holloman's home on West Eleventh Street. He was unconscious for about twenty minutes and expected to recover but may be sidelined. W W Irwin marked his 52nd birthday with a North Main dinner for friends. Engineer M D Carlton, sick with typhoid, is now able to go out. Mrs O R Tanner of Hagerman was in town on business today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. S. Campbell
Pecos Valley Trading Co
John Holloman
West Eleventh Street
W. W. Irwin
North Main
Rev. Blandford
T. K. Patrick
P. H. Cannon
S. Dentzsch
Irwin
Roswell Weather Quiet With Partly Cloudy Forecast
Local Roswell report notes at 6 am temperature max 88 min 63 mean 76 with zero precipitation. Wind southeast at 2 mph and clear skies. Forecast for Roswell and vicinity calls for partly cloudy conditions tonight and Wednesday with temperatures steady.
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Roswell
N. M
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Institute Notes
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C. M. Yater
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Cratic State Convention
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The
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Miss Pearl Johnson
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Julia Jaffa
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Harry Mull
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H. J. Shaver
MR. and
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M. D. Carlton
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Hagerman
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U. & Weather Bureau
M. Wright
Mery Fur
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