21 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1907
Page
1
Citizens respond with strong opinions as Roswell weighs loosening liquor laws. Many praise reform, while a few criticize the council and question the agitation, amid broader debates on morality and public order. The piece notes editorials and reader letters supporting the course and calls for further discussion.
Judge A J Welter states he told city officials Mayod Stockard and K K not to arrest gamblers, clarifying misquotes about his remarks. He recalls a past meeting with J H Hamilton and Rascoe showing a big money game, noting costs and implications. He also mentions Jim Stockard opposing the anti gambling ordinance while police peace authority is cited.
Editor notes Attorney Scott denies alleged instruction to ignore gamblers and affirms strict enforcement of the anti gambling ordinance. He claims his stance was misrepresented and emphasizes his obligation to uphold public standards and reveal hidden evils through proper channels.
In Roswell the surprise vote by Sylvester Johnson to reduce saloon licenses shocks locals who expected a stance against liquor. Johnson cites honest judgment and says he will correct the misstep while affirming opposition to liquor in both private and public life. The roiling debate prompts letters and public notices about city bonds and sewer funding.
The article notes The New Music Star selling two pianos to J C Davis and White at 511 North Kentucky. It markets Diamonds at Zinks with prices slashed from 260 to 163 and 225 to 137. A 25 percent clearance sale is advertised by Jaffa Prager & Company. It also contains a city ordinance dispute with City Attorney K Scott contesting alleged attacks on him while criticizing newspaper policy.
The Roswell Daily Record prints a preacher's letter praising prohibition and condemning the liquor trade and saloons. It cites political interference by liquor interests and notes a city council pledge violation. Also included are notices about a Dr Parsons lecture, local candy sales, and a February 20 1908 election on $35000 sewer bonds in Roswell.
Citizens from the valley pledge to assist with the National Irrigation Congress efforts. The local commitment aims to support irrigation projects and community participation in the congress activities.
A mass meeting in Roswell led by Governor George Curry and Col. Hopewell adopted a resolution pledging 3500 to support the Pecos Valley exhibit at the 16th National Irrigation Congress in Albuquerque. A five-member committee will coordinate fundraising and a 5000 foot exhibit space is requested.
The women of the First M. E. Church held a dinner on Thursday and cleared $60. They express gratitude to all who contributed and helped with the event.
Sunday afternoon meetings at the Majestic Theatre will continue with revival efforts in the city. Preachers and churches are urged to join the discussion with a 3 PM speaking session on A Hot Time in the Old Town. Music featured and related ad copy follow.
Roswell in Chaves County New Mexico seeks to borrow 35000 dollars to fund sewer system construction. The city states it is a valid municipal corporation with about 7500 residents per the September 1907 school census and has authority under federal law to issue the bonds.
Pecos Valley Drug Co promotes Mexican Turnover Dollars at double value. Majestic screens show the funniest doings tonight. Frank Bloom returns to Trinidad Colorado after several days here. Mr and Mrs H S Boice from Channing Texas and Mr and Mrs J D Shuford from Fort Worth depart for home. Roswell Title & Trust Co advertises special bargains in this issue.
Advertising circulars issued by the Commercial Club are ready for distribution and will be mailed to addresses on application. Rev. Edwin Emerson Davis is able to be out again after illness. Roswell Title and Trust Company promotes city homes farms investments and loan services with delivery of goods.
Pecos Valley Drug Co. Rev. A. P. Johnson of Augusta Kansas and Mrs. E. V. Whistler and portions of a Mexican drawn work price reduction are noted in this fragment.
Fifty percent and twenty five percent discounts teased for Christmas clearance. Mentions of toys, a fine toy selection at Racket Store, and Santa Claus letters directed to Dilley Furniture Co. Notes Miss Cora Hess visiting Nettie Calloway Prunty from Artesia. Samuel M Thompson, Cheyenne newspaper man, visiting the area. A D Hill heads to Melrose to join family.
Miss Margaret Bosson who has been here and at Carlsbad left this morning for her home in Indianapolis Ind Miss Byrde Winters who has been at Hagerman about a year left this morning for her old home in Pine Bluff Ark
R T Burge left this morning for Beaumont. A big sale of toys is now on at Wolf's grocery near the depot. 4915
U S Weather Bureau local note from Roswell New Mexico records a maximum temperature of 48 degrees and a minimum of 34 with a trace of precipitation and light northeast wind. The forecast calls for fair and colder tonight and fair Sunday in Roswell and vicinity.
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