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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1905
Page
2
The Record, published by the Record Polishing Co in Roswell, New Mexico, proclaims official county and city status, notes subscription rates and ad deadlines, and praises Henry Ford style progress attributed to a wealthy benefactor who improved life for citizens.
A candidate announces for sheriff of Chaves County New Mexico subject to Democratic primaries. The notice reflects a political campaign among historic newspaper ad content and editorial commentary on advertising honesty and reader interest.
Edward L. White comments on Jerry Simpson’s fortune and influence, arguing wealth alone does not define virtue or usefulness. The piece reflects a broader critique of wealth as a sole badge of respectability and urges character and service to others as true measures of worth.
A vintage health note claims longevity comes from a slender diet and warns even middle aged men may overeat. It touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to cleanse, invigorate the stomach, regulate the liver, and reduce digestive issues. Sold by all druggists.
A promotional notice touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a prompt cure for liver and stomach trouble. It claims millions rush from fads to extremes and urges good food and regular bowels. Available for 25c at Roswell Drug and Jewelry Co guaranteed.
Roswell Produce and Seed Co reports a carload of kaffir corn just received for poultry feed. The notice promotes stock for farmers and emphasizes fresh supply.
No. 8 Dempster well machine and Advance thresher engine, all in good working order, for sale. Or will trade for a No. 6. Address Schnelle Bros. Folsom, N. M. 5312.
The royal family and guests keep a traditional Christmas at Sandringham with holly and mistletoe, family dining, gift giving, a church service, and a grand dinner featuring boar's head and plum pudding. The afternoon centers on a decorated tree and lively games, followed by a dance or performance if arranged.
A sharply dressed woman seeks Signor Cleo Margerino the clairvoyant. She learns he is ill with nervous prostration from overwork as he peers into the future for Christmas gifts. The scene ends with the woman fleeing in despair.
A rightsfully reversed Christmas party features an upside down small tree from the ceiling and laid packages on the floor. Guests receive gifts back only after Santa arrives with an empty basket and demands a present from each person. Forfeits later recover gifts.
A brief Philadelphia Record item urges calming actions this season, noting Christmas passes and will return. It counsels not to rush or fret and to avoid any jarring tasks for two weeks to honor the birthday of peace and goodwill.
A nostalgic verse depicts candles on a Christmas tree at the North Pole. A young Eskimo gleefully dances and claps, climbing the branches as rosy joy jingles. He plucks and gobbles the candles, expressing peace and heartfelt fun in a dreamlike tableau.
FOR SALE A Smith Premier type writer inquire at Record office. FOR SALE Carriage and single harness cheap Apply 210 S Kentucky. 48tf FOR SALE A large quantity of stove wood Will deliver any amount you want P V Trading Co 603 N Pecos next door to Laundry. 37tf
WANTED One 4 or 6 h. p. gasoline engine at once Address Box 357 Artesia NM. WANTED Two unfurnished rooms for light housekeeping in house centrally located with nice family Apply at Record office.
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