Robbed by Foot Pads in North Hill Incident
A lone pedestrian was knocked down by two highwaymen in the North Hill area. Police seek witnesses and describe the attackers as two men on foot in a daytime assault.
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1907
Page
1
Robbery and camp hardships framed in Hagerman mining tale
The text describes a purse theft with the victim beaten and unable to identify his attackers. It then follows a group traveling two days for a camp, planning to shelter there, and continuing to a claim area with prospects of gold tin zinc and lead. It mentions Hagerman men and zinc deposits, plus an optician ad from Zink's Jewelry Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hagerman
Capitan Mains
New Jersey Executions for Murder Linked to Robbery
Chas Gibson and Stephen Dorsey, both colored, were electrocuted at the state prison in Trenton for the murder of Mrs. Ed Horner and her servant Victoria Nitoli tied to the robbery of the Holy name near Camden last August. The article also notes a separate armed robbery in Roswell involving G. H. Erwin and others, with details about the perpetrators' appearance and stolen money, and mentions a postponed lecture for a Baptist meeting fundraiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton
N. J
Chas. Gibsons
Stephen Dorsey
Ed Horner
Victoria Nitoli
Horner
Holy Name
Camden
Effort to Move Carson City Mint to Los Angeles
Local agitation seeks government move of the Carson City Mint to Los Angeles to spur a smelter. The Carson City mint has been closed for years and a robbery in Roswell is reported with a man beaten and kicked. uncertainty surrounds the tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Cal
Monawk
Carson City
Mr. Exwin
Roswell
Roccur
Roswll
Asa
Safe Wanted at Oasis Ranchil
A Safe is wanted at Oasis Ranchil. Inquiries may call 347 for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inquird
Oasis Rancil
Yale Glee Club Begins Christmas Tour Schedule
New Haven Conn December 18 The Yale Glee Club composed of undergraduates is busy planning a Christmas tour with a first stop in Brooklyn tonight then Reading Pa Washington Savannah Atlanta Houston Cincinnati Columbus and other cities along the route The group will hold an Old Time Arkansas Christmas Dinner at the Roswell Hotel 4717
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Conn
Yale Glee Club
Dallas
Texas
Brooklyn
Reading
Wash“amond
Savannah
Atlanta
Houston
Paroled After Forty Seven Years In Sing Sing
Frances Hoff man freed after forty seven years in Sing Sing and Thomas O Shea released after twenty years as both receive care from Volunteers of America. Mrs Booth known as Little Mother pledges support as they adapt to life outside prison walls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Frances Hoffman
Sing Sing
Thomas O'Shea
the Volunteers of America
Booth
B Heffman
New York Cab Drivers Strike for Higher Pay
A strike of New York City cab drivers was called today. They demand 1500 dollars weekly and twelve hours off daily, opposed to the current 1400 dollars and ten hours off. The piece notes a Christmas flavor with a stray line about gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
York
Japanese Independents Cheerful View On US Action
Miller on North Sea avenue Rev C F Lucas pastor of the First M E church North will officiate and the ceremony will be witnessed by a large company of relatives and friends After the ceremony a big wedding supper will be served The couple will reside at the groom s ranch near Picacho Go order Xmas peanut cocoa nut candy crackerjack and popcorn balls at wholesale prices from Brooks Restaurant and Confectionery East Fifth street
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooks Restaurant
East Fifth Street
Brooks Restaurant and Confectionery
American Fleet Dispatch Won't Threaten Japan Editorial Says
Tokio December 18 Jaji Shimp9 an independent paper with wide business circulation will publish an editorial noting the dispatch of the American fleet to the Pacific. The piece says the voyage will be noted globally but will not threaten Japan and may cordiality between nations. It warns anti Japanese sentiment on the Pacific coast could rise if reactions occur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokio
Jaji Shimp9
Pacific
Japan
United States
Westinghouse Affairs Improve and Receivers May Be Discharged
After conferences between receivers and creditors, Westinghouse says affairs are in good shape and reports are satisfactory. Plans are near completion to place control back with stockholders and discharge receivers within ten days. Also an ad notes a Roswell dinner for 35 cents featuring turkey and plum pudding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westinghouse Companies
Westinghouse
Ecompany
Docehlders
George Westinghouse
Csre
Pittsburg
Roswell
Gortelyou Faces Court Action on Restraining Order
Secretary of the Treasury must show cause why he should not be restrained. The terse filing demands immediate court review and outlines grounds for restraint. The document names Gortelyou and cites legal procedure without additional context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
District Court Today
George B. Cortelyou
Secretary of the Treasury
Senator Tillman Leads Prohibition State Control Proposal
Washington December 18 Senator Tillman introduced a resolution urging the Interstate Commerce Committee to report on legislation enabling states to police traffic in alcoholic beverages within their borders to aid temperance and curb illicit dealing. The measure followed debates over prohibition and financial stringency investigations across the capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Tillman
Committee On Interstate Commerce
United States
McCumber
Culberson
Committee On Finance
Roosevelt
Congress
Jews Ordered to Leave Vladivostok
A Vladivostok dispatch reports Jews have been ordered to depart within four days, with Jewish property holders allotted eighteen days to liquidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vladivostok
Christmas Bazaar in Old Peeler Building This Thursday
Attend the Christmas bazaar in the old Peeler building Thursday afternoon. Enjoy a turkey dinner and shop for thoughtful gifts for friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peeler
Negro buried in Confederate uniform in New Orleans
Ben Shrecharish, a Black veteran of the Fifth Texas Cavalry, was buried in a Confederate uniform in New Orleans today. He served in the war, was wounded, and was believed to be the only Black Louisianan eligible for a state pension, though he received support from the Confederate Veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Ben Shrcashire
Fifth Texas Cavalry
Louisiana
Wireless message from Secy Taft reports steamer Grant arrival
The wireless from Race Dec 17 states Secretary Taft and party aboard the steamer Grant expect to reach New York Friday morning. The M. E. Church Ladies plan a turkey dinner Thursday in the Peeler building in Race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant
Taft
New York
Race
M. FE. Church Rth
Peeler
Pettibone Trial Proceeds Without Darrow
Wise Idaho Dec 17 Attorney Darrow too ill to attend Pettibone trial Edgar Wilson remains in charge of defense Johnson cageman at the Vindicator mine in 1903 testified about the fatal explosion his account matched Orchard’s. Cross examination covered summons and expense money paid at Pinkerton agency in Denver Jack Naylor Victor Colo assistant secretary of Mine Owners Aviation former militia major in Cripple Creek strike described entering the Vindicator mine after the blast and identifying the bed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise
Idaho
Darrow
Pettibone
Edgar Wilson
Has. Johnson
Vindicator
Orchard
Pinkerton
Denver
Jack Naylor
Victor
Colo
Mine Owners Aviation
Cripple Creek
Murder Suicide in San Bernardino Shocks City
George Perry shot Myrtle Craig twice and killed himself with a bullet to the head in San Bernardino California on December 18 citing jealousy as the motive. The tragedy occurred after Perry formerly worked as a Santa Fe machinist in Needles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Bernardino
Cal
George Perry
Santa Fe
Needles
Myrtle Craig
Jeal
Hypnotist Captivates Audiences At Majestic This Week
Griffith the hypnotist headlines the Majestic with feats of hypnotic power. His blindfold drive and stage acts mystify crowds while a staged sleep of a boy in a window display draws awe and skepticism. A second note promotes 250,000 home grown trees and varieties in apples for Pecos Valley planting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giffith
the Majestic
Price
Pecos Valley
Artesia Nursery
Highsmith
Wyatt Johnson
Re marry on second anniversary of Eden Valley couple
Harry Stewart of Eden Valley and Miss Gussie Bozarth of Salt Creek renewed their vows this afternoon in a simple ceremony. The occasion coincided with their second wedding anniversary and was noted in local society circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Stewart
Eden Valley
Gussie Bozarth
Salt Creek
Two Banks Authorized to Reopen After Closures
The Comptroller of the Currency authorized the Bank of Lake Texas to reopen December 19 after a November 9 closure. He also authorized City National Bank of Frederick Oklahoma to resume operations following the Bourbon County era ceremony with Justice A J Welter presiding. The report notes long-ago marriages and divorces as well as plans for a future with a wide circle of friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bank of Lake, Texas
Comptroller
City National Bank of
Frederick, Ok
Daily Record
Eden Valley
Roswell
Runaways Stir Main Street as Gill Amis Claims Wagon
Three horses pranced through Main Street today causing minor disruption. Gill Amis stood as the reporter’s sole claimant to responsible action, with his wagon belonging to Valley Construction Co. and the horse escaping from the planning mill toward the Carnegie library without major damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
Gill Amis
The
Valley Construction Co
South Main
Carnegie Library
Turkey Dinner Prep by Roswell Cooks Thursday
Russell advertises boiler work while Roswell cooks prepare a big turkey dinner on Thursday inviting readers to come on time for a hearty meal prepared by local talent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
Tow Boat Sinks Five Coal Barges Near Pom eroy
The tow boat Alice Brown of River Coal Company Pittsburg ran into the river bank near Pom eroy Ohio today and sank five coal barges carrying 100000 bushels of coal. No prayer meeting at the Christian church tonight. Revival at the Baptist church announced by Pastor C Hill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
Ohio
Alice Brown
River Coal Company
Pittsburg
Pomeroy
The
Christian Church
Baptist Church
C. Hill
Mine disaster at Yolande mine near Birmingham
Bodies recovered from the Yolande mine after Monday’s explosion total sixty two with forty identified and three unidentified. State Mine Inspector Grey to report to the governor. county coroner to investigate. Returns to nearby mine work not expected for days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
Yolande
Grey
New Mexico Attorney General Rules Slot Machines Prohibited
James M. Hervey of Roswell issues the first opinion on the 1908 anti gambling law stating slot machines are banned as a form of gambling. He argues the machines resemble old games and threaten public morality and that no license exists to authorize their operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James M. Hervey
Roswell
Mr. Hervey
New Mexico
Former Illinois treasurer dies in Alexander home
Alexander Illinois December 18 1918 Former Illinois state treasurer J. W. Hendricks died at his home after a two year illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander
Ill
Illinois
Hendricks
Premium Oregon Fruit Promises Quality Over Price
Roswell Seed Co urges customers to pay a small premium for their fancy Oregon fruit, claiming superior quality will justify the higher cost and make the price fade from memory. The ad emphasizes value through better taste and appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Roswell Seed Co
Judge authorizes temporary injunction against AFL interference
In Washington on December 18 Judge Ashley M. Gould granted a decree prohibiting the American Federation of Labor and its officers from interfering with Buck Stove and Range Company business. The order also bars threats of a boycott against an Apron and fancy work bazaar at Peeler's building scheduled for tomorrow afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Ashley M. Gould
Equity Court Today
Amelin Federation of Labor
Buck Stove and Range Company
Paige
Peeler
Miller and Patrick to wed at groom home
Eben Miller a noted young sheep breeder of this city will marry Miss Adelia Patrick who lives northeast of Roswell. The ceremony takes place at five o clock in the afternoon at the home of the groom s father H M
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eben Miller
Adelia Patrick
Roswell
H. M
Telegraph Line To Tibet From China Granted
Pekin reports the throne sanctioned a telegraph line into Lhassa Tibet capital and to the Liama seat. Hospitals schools and mail service for Lhassa are promised and a request to publish a newspaper there is rumored.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Thibet
Pekin
Lhass
Liama
Lhassa
Jewell National Bank of North Brattleboro Closed After Manager Found Dead
In North Brattleboro Massachusetts the Jewell National Bank remained shut after the death of its manager and cashier found dead in his bath tub last night. A notice on the door said the bank would be closed for business today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Albert H. Wiggins
Jewell National Bank of
North Brattleboro
Mass
F. E. Sargeant
Jewell National Bank
Harriman and Fish counsel fail to agree on postponing Illinois Central meeting
In Chicago the Harriman and Fish interests could not agree on postponing Illinois Central annual meeting. Judge granted delay to allow further conferences before the hearing. Also notices in New Mexico appoint executrix Ella Slinkard with January hearing date. Local listing mentions pudding dinner for 35 cents in the Peeler building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Harriman and Fish
Illinois Central
Farrar
Fish
Ella Slinkard
W. R. Slinkard
J. T. Evans
Chaves
New Mexco
Chaves County
F. P. Ga’ LE
Witnesses Prolong Tallmadge Trial After McGrew Testimony
Four witnesses testified after John McGrew finished his session in the U S vs Tallmadge Brothers case in Federal court. J W Overstreet testified to show interest in a filing, with contrary results. Meggs Waite and T M Monzingo, former customers, testified to suggest a Tallmadge partnership. Silas Richardson was later called.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tallmadge
John McGrew
U. S
Tallmadge Brothers
J. W. Overstreet
Overstreet
Meggs Waite
Reynolds, HL
T. M. Monzingo
Loveland
Colo
Tallmadges
Silas Richardson
Taft Club Organized by Tennessee Republicans
Nashville Tennessee December 18 leading Republicans met by call issued days earlier and organized a Taft club with fifty enrolled members. Every congressional district was represented. A committee was appointed to draft an address urging Tennessee voters to support Secretary Taft for President and his administration policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
Tenn
Tennessee
Taft Club
Taft
Roswell Title and Trust Co Special Bargains
Roswell Title and Trust Co presents a page of special bargains in this issue featuring discounted services and limited time offers. Highlights include reduced closing costs and exclusive rates for property transactions. Limited availability encourages quick action by readers seeking trusted title and escrow support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell Title & Trust Co
Railroad Official Acquitted in Brewster Express Wreck
Alfred Smith vice president of the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad Co. was acquitted of manslaughter in the third degree over the Brewster Express crash at Woodlawn that killed twenty four people. Justice Kellogg directed the verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Alfred Smith
New York Central and
Hudson River Railroad Co
Woodlawn
Kellogg
Weather report for Roswell New Mexico December 18
Local U.S. Weather Bureau observation at 6:00 a.m. Roswell New Mexico records: maximum 55, minimum 18, mean 36. Precipitation 0.00 inches. Wind northwest at 2 mph. Clear weather. Forecast for Roswell and vicinity calls for fair tonight and Thursday, with warmer Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S. Weather Bureau
Roswell
N. M
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