Referendum and Democratic Split in Oregon and New Mexico
The Review of Reviews notes Oregon defeated a woman suffrage amendment for the fifth time amid a heavy ballot with 32 propositions. It also surveys New Mexico Democrats at odds over the Constitution, citing fusion tickets, delegate votes, and a Santa Fe convention turnout.
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Oregon
Review of Reviews
Washington
New York
Bernalillo County
Democratic Territorial Central Committee
O. A. Larrazolo
New Mexico
Santa Fe
Democratic Party
Origin of the Taxation System in Feudal and Revolutionary Europe
U S Senator Borah in the National Magazine argues taxation originated in feudal times with burdens on the unresisting, the clergy, nobles, and commoners. He traces reforms to the French Revolution, noting excessive state burdens on peasants and the transformation of society before the uprising.
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Bastile
Robespierre
France
Paris
U. S
Borah
National Magazine
Does Democracy Oppose Democratic Party Fragmented Talk
An editorial critiques opponents of the constitution for speaking loosely about Democrats acting as a unified force, likening them to a well drilled military unit. It questions whether such portrayals reflect reality or oversimplify party dynamics.
Scientist contradicts coal conservation belief says coal lasts a million years
Dr H W Wiley head of the chemical service argues against conserving coal and claims there is enough to last a million years. He predicts wind power will replace coal once it is exhausted and could heat and light the world if needed.
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H. W. Wiley
Uncle Sam
Chemical Service
If House grows to 440 members a new capitol may follow
The writer argues that expanding the House to 440 members would spark talks of a new capitol building as a move to divert coin and attention from the public. The tone is speculative about reforms prompting new construction.
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National House of Representatives
Tariff Revision Expected Majority in Next Congress
The New York Herald reports that after a careful poll a majority of ninety is forecast in the next Congress in favor of tariff revision.
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The
New York Herald
Judas leads critics in denouncing constitutional foes
The Las Cruces Progressive offers a harsh “Argument” against adopting the constitution, likening opponents to Judas and accusing delegates of betraying the territory to corporations and special interests. It warns voters to remember their records when campaigns begin.
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Las Cruces
Judas
Tudas
For Sale 40 Acres Alfalfa Land Near Roswell
S M Owens advertises 40 acres of alfalfa land near Roswell with artesian well plus 5 draft mares 1 though male span milch cow and farm implements. Also offering chickens pheasants cavies white rabbits. Phone 293-6 rings 5015.
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Roswell
S. M. Owens
Blacksmith Seeks Work Assures Quality and Prices
A local blacksmith advertises skilled horse shoeing and ironwork with a promise of proper service and clear pricing. Contact details include a street number 5215 for inquiries and estimates.
Tissot Paintings Draw Roswell Viewers At First Baptist
Roswell residents showed strong interest in J James Tissots sacred works as First Baptist church hosted a slide program featuring scenes from the life of Jesus. Pastor P H McDowell presented thirty slides to about three hundred attendees highlighting works like Peters portrait Judas and The Agony in the Garden during a weeklong study drawn from Tissots catalog of over five hundred sixty paintings. A Friday service planned with a free will offering to fund church expansion follows.
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P. H. McDowell
Borah Defends Government By Law In National Magazine
United States Senator W. E. Borah argues that a stable government rests on law and order, protecting rights of all citizens from rich to poor. He asserts reverence for law exists among the common people including small bankers merchants farmers and laborers.
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United States
W. E. Borah
National Magazine
J N Poteet in Mexico Amid Civil Unrest and Cattle Trade
J N Poteet, Roswell businessman, reports two months in old Mexico looking up land and cattle. He witnessed violent anti-Diaz hostilities in Chihuahua, was trapped in Guerrero with Americans, telegraph and train lines cut, and reached El Paso after a Nov 30 railway reopening. Henning to join later.
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Mexico
J.N. Poteet
J. H. Henning
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Roswell
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Madera
Poteet
Guerrero
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el Paso
Two Masonic Branches Install Their Officers
The Blue Lodge Roswell Lodge No. 18 A. F. & A. M. and Columbia Chapter No. 7 Royal Arch Masons held their annual officer installations on Tuesday night. New officers include Worshipful Master Harry Morrison and High Priest J. C. Hamilton, with a long list of appointed and elected roles for both bodies.
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Masonic Fraternity
Roswell Lodge No. 18
Harry Morrison
Lucius Dills
R. F. Ballard
John W. Poe
W. H. Cosgnove
R. E. Lund
Independent Meat Co Ad Promises Low Meat Prices
An advertisement claims it is illegal to peddle meat without a license and insists customers must buy from meat markets. The text promotes selling meat at an extra low price, urging readers to purchase through the company.
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Independent Meat Co
Couple Seeks Ranch Home With Household Duties
A man and wife seek a ranch dwelling near Roswell New Mexico where the wife would handle house work and the husband would work on the ranch Address R J Wood Roswell NM 5313.
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R. J. Wood
Roswell
New Mexico
Memorable Watch Meeting in Indiana Church Turned Revival
A 25 year sequence of protracted meetings at a northern Indiana church culminates on New Year’s Eve with a disruptive crowd calmed by Deacon Wiley and Deacon Mills who escort two young men to the mourners bench. Revival follows as prayers, tears, and rising youths spark a historic turnaround led by Rev Ebenezer Harker.
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Millis
Mills
Wiles
Ebenezer
Sam Wiley
Diddy" Mills
Diddy
Ebenezer Harker
Wile
Sister Wiley
Ebenezer Harke
Fruit Growers Meet Saturday in Pecos Valley
The Pecos Valley Fruit Growers' Association will convene Saturday after noon at two o'clock at the Commercial Club. Topics include choosing smudge pots with agents asked to bring samples and provide demonstrations if possible.
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Pecos Valley Fruit Growers’ Association
Commercial Club
Roswell Escapes Another Winter Storm
Roswell faced a cold northerly wind and light snowfall that signaled it narrowly avoided a major storm. El Capitan mountains appeared white to the west, while the White Mountains remained solidly covered with snow for weeks.
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Roswell
el Capitan Mountains
Capitan
White Mountains
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