27 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1907
Page
1
The ex governor argues New Mexico needs more right minded people to invest in natural resources and develop lands. He condemns political meddling and says federal and territorial officials must resolve land matters by law, urging support for Captain Curry and federal officials to end unrest.
Teachers gathered for a focused session described as the institute's best day with an engaging program. The event emphasized professional development and stronger collaboration among staff.
A Roswell teachers institute day featured an osteopath Mrs. C. B. Hutchinson demonstrating a skeleton for sanitary teaching and a vivid talk on ventilation by Prof. B. F. Brown of Artesia. The crowd praised the program while debating flexible window openings and a proposed floor hood to supply heated fresh air.
Roswell plans to field its top nine players for a key matchup in Albuquerque. The squad aims to showcase its strongest lineup as part of a pivotal game.
Roswell will send its best baseball players to Albuquerque for the October fair using Military Institute uniforms as the Cadet team. Nine or ten September trials will select the final roster from Institute and town players who compete to represent Roswell. Advertising will promote the Military Institute and Roswell to boost local business subscriptions.
Returns from the August 20 special election in Kenna precinct No 11 show a tie for justice of the peace prompting a new election on October 1. Jasper wins the post of justice of the peace in the first election, avoiding a second vote. The issue also mentions concerns about local merchants and a Roswell power plant hot box causing temporary power outages.
Definite news states Miss Sybil Ballard daughter of Sheriff Charles L Ballard and Milton Anthony formerly of Roswell were married several days ago at Hereford. Ballard confirmed the union and the couple plan a visit home tonight, continuing a romance that began long ago.
Roswell prepares for seven days of Chautauqua entertainments under the Baptist church Ladies Aid Society. Notable speakers include Count Sobieski Joan Sobieski of Poland and Rev. Ernest G. Shouse with the Howard Payne quartet and Ben Hur Company. Tickets cost two dollars for seven days, 25 cents for adults, 15 cents for children under fourteen, with season tickets for children at one dollar.
A false alarm at 8:30 last night led responders to search south Main for the source of trouble before confirming no fire. The report urges callers to give street and number when requesting fire department aid, noting vague locations hinder response.
Zink the Jeweler announces Nervita is coming and will close out stock in his Pecos Valley shop. August 3 will be the last day of the auction at 501E Cazier in Dexter New Mexico. Titles perfect.
Nice oak bedroom suite six dining chairs three rockers and a Davenport all as good as new No sickness. Call afternoons 1:30 to 5 415 N Mo ave corner 5th 5113
Nervita announces a new sewing and dressmaking shop in Roswell located at 333 East Sth offering alterations and custom garments. It invites local residents to visit for fittings and personalized services.
Miss Mamie Haynes hosted a gathering yesterday afternoon at the Country Club with several young ladies as guests. The club grounds offered numerous amusements and the event concluded with ice and cake service.
A notice says Aug 29 near Shelby Hotel hosts a chicken pie dinner for a building fund. An old Mexican named Juan arrested for pilfering at Gronsky store pleaded guilty but got a suspended five dollar fine during good behavior. Theodore Napier found John Freeman’s pocket book and $48, returned $40 after officers tracked him down.
A Crooked line in a Roswell New Mexico pamphlet from the Cumberland Townsite Co draws attention with a note urging families moving west to charter a car. The reader highlights misprints and mentions amenities implied in the text.
Probate Clerk records list transfers to Oliver Phelan including Cyrus V Conrad and wife for $50 a one inch water right from a well in Belle Plaine lot 68. W J Brockman and wife sell to Oliver Phelan for $125 lot 7 block 5 Valley View Roswell. Woodruff and DeFreest deed to Oliver Phelan for $345 the west 60 feet of lot 6 and east 20 feet of lot 7 Lea sub division.
A single month of residence goods including furniture is offered by Millice Dud ley Wilson at 48 at Rooming House. Carlton Bell advertises furniture and lease for sale at a bargain. No illnesses reported in the family.
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