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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1908
Page
2
A mixed local item column discusses LUCIUS DILLS as a candidate for Justice of the Peace in Precinct No. 1, political shifts in New Mexico, Taft administration implications, and a push for statehood. It notes prohibition gains in the territory, critiques of Congress and trusts, and Roswell’s growing sign of dry precincts after future votes.
The Albuquerque Journal reports cautious optimism for New Mexico statehood this session but warns the bill could be pushed to an extra session. Governor Curry and Mr. Luna, back from Washington, see a fair chance, yet the busy January return could delay action as Congress faces urgent national business.
A list of local residents invites fellow precinct one citizens in Chaves County New Mexico to a mass meeting at the Roswell Court House at 7 30 p m Friday January 11 1909 to nominate candidates for Justice of the Peace and Constable. Also notes departures of Hazel Calloway County Kentucky visitors and J Dunfee returning to Chicago after visits.
R S Cunningham a surveyor for the Sanborn Map Company arrived in Roswell to prepare a fire insurance map. The plan covers dangerous areas and water plugs and includes the city’s new water system. Reductions in rates will await approval and water system use.
Notice offers a 14 acre tract three miles from Main Street well improved for 1600 dollars with 800 down and balance in one year. Inquiries Room 6 Oklahoma Block Roswell 58112. Morning from Canada for honeymoon, Dr Crutcher called home for business, Mrs Crutcher to finish eye test. The late Reuven Rupert died in a firecracker accident. shipment destination to be decided. father arrives on tonight's train.
Clark of Dexter and R. M. Ware visiting the city today. Luff returned to Wilkins after a few days with lady friends.
In Lynn Massachusetts A E Little and Company establish the Sorosis Annex a colonial dwelling with dining rooms reading rooms and a sewing room for hundreds of women employed in the Lynn factory. The club offers classes games pictures and libraries with meals at cost and hosts a mutual aid association. The aim is to improve welfare while elevating work standards and loyalty across the factory.
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