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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1908
Page
1
Authorities arrest two Americans suspected of smuggling in connection with seven Chinese nationals. Police say the operation involved illicit crossing and transportation activities. Investigators continue to unravel the network and identify additional participants.
Federal grand jury to probe the Roswell case as seven Chinese men remain jailed awaiting hearings. Two American citizens, including E M Fink a former El Paso customs official, are held on smuggling charges with bonds set. Nix of El Paso waived exam and awaits his trial. The seven Chinese detainees will plead guilty or not as cases are explained.
Officers secured warrants from U S commissioner A J Nisbet and seven men were arrested for being illegally within the United States. Four boarded a morning Riverside stockyards train and were seized by Deputy Sheriff O Finley before reaching Elkins. More arrests followed as they attempted to board another train, with all held awaiting word from the Chinese department in El Paso.
Archbold, vice president of the Standard Oil Company, testifies in New York on November 30 in the government suit. He says the trust was formed as a simple reform of holding property and to facilitate the company structure.
The text discusses a simple method to unite scattered property under a token of ownership through a trusteeship. This structure would create market value and allow owners to administer holdings more effectively, reflecting restrictive corporate rights in many states.
The Supreme Court of the United States reverses a circuit court ruling and sustains the state railroad commission order fixing a two cent passenger fare on state business, preserving the lower rate.
New York Nov 30 The Lafayette Trust Company reorganization of the Jenkins Trust Company did not open for business today. Officers announced liquidation due to failure to obtain capital increase. It is said depositors will receive dollar for dollar.
About twenty five mothers of Central School pupils met in Miss Johnson's room after exercises last Wednesday and formed a Mothers' Club. Officers chosen are Mrs George M Slaughter president Mrs Eugene M Fisher vice president Mrs P W Longfellow secretary and Mrs Robert Kellahin treasurer. The club will meet the second Friday of each month at 3 30 in Miss Johnson's room and all mothers are urged to attend.
J D Smith aged 26 died at his North Union avenue home after moving from Little Rock Ark three months ago seeking tuberculosis care. His body was shipped today from Allery undertaking rooms to his old home, accompanied by his wife and child.
Carper and Sons secured the ar tesian well contract for the city water plant and began the first well yesterday. Work paused due to freezing casing damage on the engine cylinder. the second well will start once a rig is moved to the site at the plant’s southeast edge.
A 35 year old woman registered as Mrs Schmitt of Hot Springs Arkansas and a seven year old girl were found in a Memphis hotel room with the mother dead and the child dying from carbolic acid given by the mother. A slip bearing the name M H Errington Chicago and 620 dollars were found on the woman.
The cruiser Des Moines is dispatched to the island of Hayti amid ongoing war, aiming to protect Americans and secure strategic interests in the region. Navy authorities emphasize safeguarding civilians and maintaining stability during the conflict.
A gang of four stopped a streetcar after a dance hall crowd formed. They blocked the rear door with revolvers, robbed the conductor and passengers, then fled with purses and valuables. A large crowd watched as they escaped.
Flooding from rising rivers affects East Guthrie residents and communities along the Lower Mississippi Valley. Officials report swollen banks, evacuations in several parishes, and warnings of continued precipitation. Local crews deploy pumps and sandbag defenses as residents seek midweek relief and updates.
The report describes a boat incident near San Francisco where the chief is last seen in the stern as an ill crew member, and a man named Biggy connected to graft prosecutions allegedly fell overboard during rough seas. It notes friction with prosecutors after Morris Haas died in jail following an attempted killing of Heney.
Vienna December 1 reports the Balkan settlement talks between Russia and Austro-Hungary improving. Observers say prospects for an agreement are more favorable and the political horizon is clearing.
Rebel leader Gen. Simon with about 6000 armed men was reported thirty miles from Port au Prince and expected to reach the city within days to bombard it. Foreign cruisers Des Moines Duguy Train Tacoma Scylla and Fieramosca bolster protection as tensions rise in Hayti.
Washington reports Minister Furniss says insurgents hold Moragoane and a bridge near there while Petit Goave has been captured. Government troops are joining the rebels, but no foreign action is planned. fear of looting grips Port au Prince as residents brace for potential advance.
See Mrs. Roy Daniel at the Goddess of Fame in costume with her little maids in waiting and pages at the Majestic tomorrow evening.
The Poultry Exchange has relocated to Sunnyside Poultry Ranch and will fill all orders as usual. Tel 342, 202 EB Summit.
Paris December 1 Mme Steinheil suspected in her husband’s murder last May was examined at length by Magistrate Andrew at the Palace of Justice. The questioning will continue for two days as the magistrate weighs whether a reconstruction of the crime in her presence is needed.
On December 1 in New York four armed desperadoes robbed a crowded car on lower Third Avenue. No injuries reported as police investigate the incident and seek suspects.
The Merry Widow in all her glory will be at the Majestic tomorrow evening.
Washington reports Herbert L. Slatterlee of New York is named assistant secretary to replace Trueman Newberry who becomes secretary after Victor A. Metcalf resigns effective immediately. Newberry sworn in at a White House cabinet meeting with Metcalf present.
A marriage license was issued this afternoon to M. E. Collier age 39 and Miss Mattie Haynes age 21, both of this city, for a four o clock ceremony at the Baptist parsonage conducted by Rev. H. F. Vermillion. They will reside in Roswell and the groom is a brother of J. P. Collier of this city.
Mrs. George Williams performs as Christine Nilgson in Crown of Fame and promises a standout show. Tickets go fast for tomorrow night at the Fajestic venue.
Customs officers seize tapestries paintings and bric-a-brac valued at 70000 belonging to Mrs Jack Gardner of Boston after Mrs E Chadbourne allegedly attempted to smuggle them through Chicago port tax unpaid The seizure accompanies a pending suit for confiscation and involves the Chicago port of entry.
Rome Dec 1 The Pope is not ill with pneumonia or bronchitis. His condition is improved but he remains in bed by medical order and is suffering from a cold.
The Arkansas river flood endangers Pine Bluff with $500,000 in property at risk as the War Department denies permission to divert the river. Guthrie and Oklahoma City lose their natural gas supply, halting streetcars and closing factories. The river is rising, with a 25 to 30 foot stage expected.
A revival titled Crown of Fame screens tomorrow night at the Majestic Theatre under Southern Presbyterian Church auspices. Curtain rises at 8 15 sharp with tickets on sale at Daniels' Drug Store for 35 and 50 cents.
Eastern Star members are informed there will be no meeting this evening due to the Masons using the hall.
Police commissioners appointed A D Cutler as chief of police to fill the vacancy created by the death of Chief William J Biggey who was drowned last night in the bay near Alcatraz Island while entering the city from Belvidere. Biggeys body remained unrecovered and the engineer aboard reported Biggy fell overboard.
Dr Presley offers eye ear nose and throat services with glasses fitted by appointment. Phone 130.
Philadelphia December 1 The argument in the appeal of Roger O Mara of Pittsburg trustee of the estate of Harry K Thaw rises from the decision of the U S district court.
Parsons and Son Brokers advertises all classes of legal and notary work and expert accounting services. It offers typewriting stenography and loans and lists property for sale rent or exchange across the city. It claims to be the only labor agency in the Pecos Valley and promises to obtain or inform on anything the client wants.
The Western District of Penna. continues to delay the writ of habeas corpus to bring Thaw to Pittsburgh for bankruptcy proceedings, with action now postponed to this afternoon and possibly tomorrow.
W F Ingham of Lincoln Nebraska arrives for a month long visit with his son Arthur Ingham a sheep grower.
Deeds recorded by Probate Clerk F P Gayle show transfers in Roswell Hagerman and Riverside Heights plus town blocks. Rufus W Smith to T T Dorsett for 200 dollars covers lots 21 22 block 1 Valley View Roswell. J J Roscoe to James R Irwin for 300 dollars lot 9 block 56 South Lester E Goda. Goda to Jeff D White for 500 dollars SE quarter 24 4 28. Samford to Mrs Sarah Wiebe for 450 dollars lot 8 block 2 West Side Hagerman. Eva Haynes to Will Robinson for 100 dollars lot 2 block 22 Riverside Heights Roswell. C D Bonney to Will Robinson for 100 dollars lot 3 block 22 Riverside Heights Roswell. Catherine Tuck to Martha Rushing for 1050 dollars lot 3 block 8 Roswell.
J. L. Mabie advertises several fine Plymouth Rock cockerels for sale. Notes a price of 34tt and invites inquiries for poultry buyers or yard flock improvements.
U S Weather Bureau local report shows Roswell New Mexico on December 1 with 6:00 am observation. Maximum temperature 55 degrees minimum 24. Mean 40. Precipitation 0. Wind from the north at 4 miles per hour. Weather clear. Tonight and Wednesday fair and cooler. Last year’s date extremes: high 64 low 24. Fourteen years ago: high 72 inches 1894 low 14 inches 1896.
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