27 Dec 1906
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1906
Page
1
Two high level insurance officers were indicted on forgery charges. Prosecutors allege forged policy documents and altered claims to siphon funds. The defendants face trial in the district court.
George W. Perkins former NY Life VP and Charles I. Fairchild ex secretary of the treasury faced grand jury charges of forgery in the third degree over the Prussian bond transactions. Perkins posted a $10,000 bond while Fairchild, now abroad, is linked to a dummy sale arrangement involving Chicago and Northwestern and St Paul stocks as assets of NY Life.
Three black convicts working at the prison powerhouse outside Jefferson City escaped last night and rode 60 miles toward St. Louis on a passenger train. Passengers panicked when garbed inmates rode the train, then the trio jumped off at Kent and later at Dundee where they were captured and returned to Warden Hall.
Oklahoma City December 28. Mrs F L Clarke, a local resident, was shoved from the sidewalk by an Black soldier as she was seen this morning. The event is noted in city records with no further details provided.
A message from El Reno states several Negro soldiers were arrested but none matched the wanted man. The excitement over the matter was short lived.
The Mint director purchased 100000 ounces of silver for delivery in Philadelphia at 70.158. The purchase was announced from Washington on December 28.
New Orleans December 28 Forty strike break firemen from St Louis and Cincinnati arrived and were housed by the Southern Pacific. Union engineers reportedly refuse to oppose hiring non union firemen, a conciliatory stance linked to opposition to the firemen’s current demands.
Kansas City telegrapher Edward L Chester after 17 years with Western Union accepts circuit manager role for Burlington railway system based in Sheridan Wyoming. Sheridan service to be improved with plan to extend Burlington to the coast. Chester is among the nation's best known telegraphers.
General Litvinoff, governor of Akmolinsk, was killed in the street near his office in Tomsk by two unknown men. The incident occurred on December 28.
A new feature called auto draw is added to the automobile service at Baggage 10 in Torrance. The notice announces expanded offerings and aims to attract customers with updated assistance.
Roswell Automobile Company unveils a wagon built from a Winton engine named the Red Flyer Dragon or The Needmore. It will carry trunks and provisions between Needmore and Torrance at five dollars per hundred pounds and run at about 40 miles per hour. The vehicle will soon appear on Roswell streets after painting.
In Las Animas Colorado fifty masked men stormed the jail last night overpowered the sheriff and two deputies and hanged Lieberg from a telegraph pole without resistance or a shot fired. The mob acted after failing to lynch Lieberg on Wednesday night.
City of Mexico reports that the Mexican Railway Association, comprising officials from all lines, will appoint eight inspectors on January 1. Railways say they have been defrauded of large sums due to misclassification of international freight by shippers.
Salt Lake Utah December 28 One man killed two fatally burned and three others badly injured when a converter blew at Highland Bay smelters in Bingham Canyon six men were covered by slag Oscar Wallin died Thomas Fox and Oscar Tripp burned severely others expected to recover Storm in England wrecks and snowbound trains noted in dispatches
London reports show deep snow causing deaths in England and across Europe. Nine persons frozen to death on English roads in the past 24 hours amid unprecedented snowfall. Trains buried in snow drifts and a Dundee Edinburgh passenger train stuck, while a convent warehouse roof collapsed, sparing most workers. A separate note: two deeds were executed then stored for recording in Portsmouth and the county clerk’s office.
The article endorses enriching Sunday evening services to draw crowds from streets and temptation. It praises Rev Dr Goodchild’s musical features including violins harps and even orchestral elements as fitted for sacred emotion. It cites organs and orchestras in major churches as acceptable when used to aid worship and outreach.
Philadelphia December 28 President Alexander J Cassatt head of the Pennsylvania Railroad died suddenly this afternoon from heart disease at his home in Philadelphia.
A historical report notes that white and Native American students share the same classrooms across New York state and other parts of the country, reflecting integrated schooling practices amid era-specific tensions.
Indian Office Commissioner Leupp plans to ask Congress to amend the appropriation bill to affirm the practice. The move aims to secure official approval for the disputed procedure within federal administration.
A New Haven report notes the American Modern Language Association at Yale debated Eden fruit symbolism. Professor Oliver M. Johnson of Stanford led a panel on whether Eve handed Adam an orange or lemon, challenging the traditional apple tale.
Nashville mourns Bishop A Coke Smith of the M E Church South who died in Asheville North Carolina after long illness. Commissioner Leupp seeks to legalize intermingled schooling for Indian and white children aligning with policy set at Dallas four years ago. Pleurisy cited as the immediate cause of death.
New York December 28 large contracts are being placed for railroad box cars. The Pennsylvania Railroad has ordered 2 000 box cars at an approximate cost of 2 000 000 dollars and the Erie Railway is near completing orders for 7 000 cars costing about 7 000 000 dollars.
Businessmen arriving in Phoenix report Sonora rumors that sixteen Americans have been killed by Yaquis in the past two months at various points. The record suggests the killings are not new to the region and are considered unsurprising by the visitors.
The Quaker City Flour Mills Company plant in Philadelphia was damaged by fire today, with estimated losses around $80,000. Fire officials reported the blaze caused extensive damage to the mill complex and nearby facilities before being brought under control.
Norfolk reports that Charles L. Culpher a prominent Portsmouth physician was discovered dead in his office with a bullet wound and a pistol nearby. a postal card on the desk bore the words Broken Heart as investigators note his possible self inflicted death. the incident occurred on December 28 in Norfolk Virginia.
U S Attorney Devlin arrived in Washington to participate in a legal conference addressing the Japanese problem. The session discusses policy and legal action in the wake of recent events.
Ingersoll's Book Store promotes careful prompt handling of magazine and paper subscriptions with savings for customers. The ad highlights efficient service and cost benefits for readers seeking ongoing periodical access.
The Hollingsworth Twins Company drew another crowded house at One Majestic with A Soldier's Sweetheart and a canine specialty. Rain affected matinee attendance for Camille. tonight the company presents Tennessee's Partner.
A small band of terrorists stormed the Miedzyzecs railroad depot and dynamited the safe, driving off the gendarmes on duty and escaping with the contents.
A horse hitched to a light cumber wagon escaped and trotted the length of Main Street this afternoon without colliding with any obstacle or causing damage.
John W. Rhea arrived this morning from the south to supervise his business interests. He is expected to engage in meetings and monitor ongoing operations while in town.
W. P. Littlefield arrives home for a several day stay after returning from his ranch journey.
R. H. Kemp came back last night following a business trip to Texico.
Observation at 6 am in Roswell New Mexico shows max 63 min 38 mean 50 with 0.00 inches precipitation. Wind southeast at 2 mph. Weather cloudy. Forecast calls for cloudy conditions with local rain tonight and Saturday and little temperature change.
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