Portales Man Held by Brigands Demands Ransom
John Eiland vice president of the Bank of Portales is in the hands of brigands in Old Mexico. A letter postmarked Oputo announced his captivity and demanded a heavy ransom or he would be killed. Mrs. Eiland alerted the U S consul in Mexico City for help as authorities work on the case. Eiland, a well known Roosevelt County figure, had sheep interests and was active in local business.
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California State Fair Opens With Strong Exhibits
Sacramento hosts the California State Fair under favorable conditions. The California Agricultural Society showcases ample exhibits across all departments highlighting the state's industrial and agricultural resources. A harness race program is scheduled to run alongside the fair.
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Port Arthur siege and Russian naval actions dominate dispatches
Reports from Che Foo and St. Petersburg detail Port Arthur bombardment, the aging Russian fleet in Korsakovsk, and Japanese pressure near Shanghai. Prada with Rear Admiral Stirling vowing neutrality protection, consular alignments, and aims to deter Japanese interference while broader powers prepare to act together.
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Judge Parker Will Not Make a Stumping Tour
Judge Parker announces he will not undertake a stump speech tour this season. The decision comes as he focuses on local cases and avoids campaign travel.
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Parker May Not Tour West as Democratic Pitchman
Esopus New York August 22 Leaders say Judge Parker plans no nationwide stump tour and will speak only when he has a message. The Democratic National Executive Committee met in New York with most members expected except Sheehan and McLean. Chairman Taggart insists New York state and city groups must settle their rifts outside the committee.
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Movement to organize a Presbyterian church at Hagerman
Residents of Hagerman seek church organization with a petition to the Presbytery of Rio Grande dated August 8 1904 signed by local men and women including E F Cooper R Din er A A Shepperson L er H Woodman B F Bar E Washington Mrs Woodman H B Barton Gardiner L W Mitchell W or M S Barton W E Wash M Mason Lula J m Margaret C Gardiner Helen cell Eddie Carter and Win...
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Briggs to Meet Williams in Bangor Tonight in 12 Rounds
Bangor, August 22. Local sports fans await the 12 round bout between heavyweight Jim Briggs and rising Philadelphia challenger Kid Williams. Williams is a clever aggressive fighter gaining notice in this matchup.
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Former Society Woman on Stage in Checkers
New York reports the Academy of Music presents Checkers with Mrs. Jane Woodend among the cast. She is wife of Wall Street broker Dr. William E. Woodend whose recent failure and flight drew notoriety. She has no prior acting experience and hopes to aid her husband’s fallen fortunes.
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Postmasters Convene as National Association Opens
Niagara Falls N Y Aug 22 The National Association of Postmasters comprised of city postmasters opened its annual convention at the International Hotel Niagara Falls with the largest attendance in the history of the association.
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Livestock Market Prices in Kansas City
Kansas City market reports cattle steady to 15 cents lower on Aug 22. Native steers bring 3.75 to 5.90, southern steers 2.75 to 4.00, southern cows 2.00 to 3.25, native cows and heifers 1.50 to 4.85, stockers and feeders 12.56 to 4.25, bulls 2.00 to 2.50, calves 2.00 to 4.50, western steers 3.75 to 5.50, western cows 1.75 to 3.50. Sheep steady with muttons 3.9 to 4.25, lambs 4.00 to 5.60, range wethers 7.25 to 4.00, ewes 2.75 to 3.50.
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Montana State Federation of Labor convenes in Hamilton
Nearly every trade and labor group in Montana attends the elev enth annual convention in Hamilton opening today. The session spans several days with plans to strengthen union organization and address legislative matters. The federation reports a gratifying gain in membership over the past year.
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Last Day for Water Applications Under Hon do Reservoir
Officials warn this is the final day to file applications for water rights on land under the Hon do Reservoir. Late submissions will not be considered after today and all prior notices have been given.
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Bible Students Open Winona Lake Conference
The tenth annual Winona Bible conference begins in Winona Lake Indiana and runs ten days under Rev J Wilbur Chapman who founded it. Evangelists from across the country and foreign lands will assist, including Frank W Gunsaulus London Odell Dixon Hughes and Robert F Coyle.
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New Sequoyah Undergoing Overhaul by Foreman
J A Foreman the Sequoyah proprietor is giving the hotel a thorough overhaul It is being repainted and repapered and in a few days will look like a new building throughout Foreman believes in leading not following.
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Land Script For Sale
Real estate notice lists land script for sale by S Totzek with contact phone 364 44 61. Listing offers land purchase option and contact details for inquiry.
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Tornado Wreaks Havoc in Bryant South Dakota
August 22 in Bryant South Dakota a tornado wrecked many buildings and injured several people. Mrs H S Hilling was killed and her daughter fatally hurt with others seriously injured. Crop losses were heavy and reports say Willow Lakes was destroyed though unconfirmed.
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Obenchain Proves Promising In First Full Sermon
Fred Obenchain a student at Addman University of Texas preached at the Christian Church yesterday morning his second pulpit appearance. His sermon Faith Working Through Love showed careful preparation and he displayed self possession and a clear voice the Roswell church friends expect him to become a able minister. He won the Granville Jones Medal in oratory last year at Add Ran.
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Carlsbad Baseball Game Postponed. Tickets Valid Sunday
The Carlsbad baseball team announced late Saturday night that the Sunday engagement could not be met. Ticket holders for yesterday’s game are notified their tickets will be good next Sunday. Co M Trowbridge mer.
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Catholic Social At Court House Park Draws Large Crowd
The Friday night event hosted by the ladies of the Catholic church drew a large crowd in the court house park. Music, cream and cake were excellent and the proceeds met the ladies’ financial hopes.
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