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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1905
Page
1
Irritable people express hostility toward foreigners, signaling rising social strain and xenophobic sentiment in the community. Local groups note increased stress, with clashes and rumors influencing public dialogue and safety considerations. Authorities urge calm and inclusive outreach to mitigate conflict.
In Pékin and New York reports, Chinese officials push for government control of railroads and enterprises, rejecting new concessions to foreigners. The anti American boycott expands as students abroad and Chinese press push for national control, with risks to foreigners in provinces. Dr. Tohe spearheads efforts to sustain the boycott, prompting mills to join the movement.
Governor and Mrs. Otero hosted a formal dinner at the executive residence in Santa Fe on Wednesday evening honoring Hon. Herbert J. Hagerman with his brother Percy. The pink theme featured pink chrysanthemum arrangements and cut glass centerpieces. Also noted is the death of S. W. Hightower’s daughter Essa Marie from croup, with funeral services held at their North Pecos home.
A belated Christmas entertainment by the Christian Sunday school at the Christian church featured a brick chimney from which Santa Claus emerged, assisted by "brownies." The program impressed guests, and every brick in the chimney proved to be a candy box, with each child receiving a present.
Roswell lodge of Elks held a regular meeting to discuss plans for a banquet honoring Hon. Herbert J. Hagerman just before his inauguration. The gathering focused on event details and tribute arrangements.
The report details financial troubles at Memphis causing a suspension of activities after three failures. It notes the involved parties include city authorities and the organization overseeing operations. The suspension impacts scheduled events and financial commitments, signaling broader operational challenges.
Memphis Tenn Dec 27 The Merchants' Trust Company shuts its doors with $30,000 cash on hand and a capital of $200,000. A receiver is appointed to wind up affairs as two smaller institutions, the American Savings Bank and Trust Company and the Merchants' Savings Bank, are affected.
In Puerto Plata San Domingo a dispatch says gunboat Dubuque departed for Mont Christi with details of its mission not yet received. The note appears amid reports on statehood debates and local bank suspensions. The Globe-Democrat shifts stance on western statehood linking Arizona New Mexico to a regional political bloc. Merchants Trust Company suspends operations following loan and discount issues, with assets around 3.665 million and over 3.1 million owed to depositors. Memphis institutions absorb others in consolidation.
Washington dispatch reports mixed views on joint statehood for the territories. Texas could be divided into four states if population and consent aligned, though few favor such splits. In New Mexico and Arizona, support rises among common people while territorial politicians resist, eyeing increased offices. Republican opposition noted.
A headline screams of heavy casualties and bloodshed in ongoing street fighting. The article reports chaotic scenes and widespread injuries as clashes continue in the city.𑁋
Washington reports Secretary Root asked the navy to shield American citizens in St. Petersburg as navigation limits prevent European vessel deployment. Moscow fighting worsens with 150,000 potential casualties. revolts in three sections, women cited among combatants.
New York dispatch says Bourke Cochran ill and advised to seek a warmer climate. Morales reportedly at Jaima with revolutionists near Santo Domingo. no clear change in party leadership. Navy reports a cable from Commander Chambers urging Arizona as a recovery spot. Also mentions a lawsuit or financial dispute with vouchers and payments in cash. Separate items include the marriage of Miss Ida Bentley to Mr. C. A. Allison in Roswell, and Kansas City cattle and sheep prices and receipts reflecting a steady market.
John A. McCall secretary of New York Life testified before the Insurance Investigating Committee about his trip to Europe to obtain an accounting from Andrew Hamilton. He said Hamilton was seriously ill in France but able to walk, produced a physician’s certificate, and refused to surrender checkbooks. A marriage license was granted Wednesday to John Davis and Ada Denton of a nearby area, with plans to wed this afternoon.
Transactions posted for Kasper Stecker Skedee Oklahoma SW quarter section 13 township 4 south range 32 east Bertie Orr La Fontaine Kansas SW quarter section 29 township 3 south range 31 east Etheridge Taylor Neodesha Kansas NE quarter section 19 3 S range 31 east Eric Taylor Neodesha Kansas SE quarter section 19 Henry Zwissler Fredonia Kansas SW quarter section 20 township 3 south range 31 east
W H Beaty, longtime Roswell Steam Laundry employee, plans a new steam laundry in Roswell. He bought machinery received ten days ago and secured a lot at Tenth Street Richardson Avenue and North Spring River. A one story frame building 30 by 70 feet will house the plant, with work to begin ASAP and hoped for mid January occupancy. Equipment will largely mirror Roswell Steam Laundry except for one large washer.
Mayor George McClellan was sworn in as mayor of New York City for a four year term starting now. The oath ceremony marked the transition of leadership in the metropolis as the city begins a new administration.
Observation at 6 am records max 53 and min 33 with a mean of 43 degrees. Precipitation 0, wind northwest at 15 mph, sky clear. Forecast in Roswell area for tonight and Thursday calls for fair skies and steady temps, statewide fair but colder in the north tonight.
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