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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1910
Page
2
The speaker notes that about half of Chaves county voters including preachers sell their votes. He contrasts this with Adams county Ohio and taft presidency implying Chaves is unfit for statehood. The remark links voting corruption to broader political status.
In Roswell two districts vote for a justice of the peace who will also serve as police judge. One candidate will decide city cases including prohibition violations. The re election of Justice Welter hinges on his enforcement of the prohibition law.
The movement to name and advance the constitution proceeds with strong energy in most regions while Pecos Valley shows only sparse coverage. Observers note the Pecos Valley largely supports the constitution and opposition is minimal.
The reservoir will stay as is with no new construction. government approval for current performance suggests farmers relying on it must accept existing conditions.
The Kansas City Times notes New York Pennsylvania and New Jersey with over nineteen million people hold six senators while seventeen Western states with under nineteen million have thirty four senators. The piece argues this reflects a proportional imbalance.
Albuquerque officials seek the April mayoral result while the case lingers. The dispute is undecided and may reach a conclusion before the current term ends, prompting questions about the judicial system.
Amid a wave of crime including bomb explosions trust raids street holdups and dynamite blasts the wild streets of New York City pose dangers to travelers from the Far West with reports of dozens of similar incidents surfacing.
Next month Roswell plans two elections and a major union revival, a topic drawing interest from churchgoing residents as the community looks to civic and religious events in the near term.
The Guadalajara Times reports that amid talk of a revolution in Mexico the main combat remains staged by bulls, with ongoing unrest framed around rural and regional clashes reflecting broader upheaval.
Wrestling star Gotch may cling to his championship belt risking a strained marriage as personal loyalty clashes with professional ambitions. The story hints at a dramatic choice between fame and family stability.
Mrs. Annie Riley Hale writes Rooseveltian Fact and Fable presenting Theodore Roosevelt in a fresh light. The review notes the work offers new perspectives on the ex-president and his era, urging readers to consider the portrayal with interest.
Mrs. Hale’s readable book debunks Theodore Roosevelt myths with facts and figures. It claims to strip away fable from Roosevelt’s career, presenting well sourced details and offering copies for one dollar to readers in New York City.
Census-backed analysis notes over half of U S residents now live in towns with at least 25 000 residents and 45 percent in cities over 2 500. rural counties without large towns show population declines while farm prosperity grows yet farm residents decline. Roswell example shows farmers and ranchers preferring town comforts over living on farms or range.
The Silver City Enterprise argues that good roads are essential to a community’s existence and prosperity. It notes travelers seek distant markets when roads are passable, while poorly managed areas stagnate due to lack of initiative and investment.
A Santa Fe Eagle note quotes New Mexico editors critiquing Democratic leaders as their constituents rally to the constitutional cause. The piece hints at leaders seeking discreet paths as public backing grows.
The Santa Fe convention on the 17th passed resolutions condemning the constitution and urging citizens to vote against it, while stating that voting for or against the constitution is not party loyalty but a personal conscience decision. The Independent argues the constitution is fair and could lead to statehood for New Mexico, warning of long delays if the chance is missed.
The El Paso Herald notes that November results from Chicago land show advertising drew homeseekers to Roswell country. It calls for a united, large scale campaign across New Mexico Arizona and west Texas so all communities share benefits. Cooperation is essential to attract northern and eastern attention to the southwestern region.
A family from Carlsbad settled southeast of town around April and faced supply delays. They managed 70 acres growing melons feed stalks and harvested corn kaffir corn and cane worth 420 37 50 and 150 dollars respectively, proving effort yields profit.
Las Vegas leader O A Larrazolo arrived in the city urging broad support for the constitution and statehood. He cited strong majorities in San Miguel Torrance and Guadalupe counties and urged all voters to back the measure regardless of party.
The Kenna and Chaves County record mention drought hardships for homesteaders with about 250 subscribers away from home, many picking cotton in Texas and Oklahoma. The piece cites a constitutional $200 property exemption protecting the poor from taxation, noting it cannot be changed by legislature if New Mexico remains a state.
The New Mexican notes that the constitutional measure faces opposition from rich Democratic leaders and corporate attorneys, while arguing tuition rhetoric reflects the poor man's view.
Creditors notified that J. D. Mell as assignee will file the final report on February 1, 1911 and ask the court for discharge. Public notice appears in the U. S. Market.
A bizarre tale follows Muriel and her father as they play burglars in a suburban villa, ending with a phone call to police to clear up the masquerade. The spread then lists detailed croquette recipes for Rice and Tomato, Potato, and Salmon croquettes, with precise measurements and methods.
Preston T. Ramsey and the Southern M. E. church trustees review plans for new churches at Artesia and Pecos. They seek ideas on appearance and layout should a new building be needed after readings on the current structure. Plans by O. D. Warnock of Artesia. Artesia foundation underway. Pecos building not started.
A man and wife seek a ranch arrangement with the wife to handle house work and the husband to work on the ranch. They provide the address of R. J. Wood in Roswell New Mexico with the listing code 5313.
A reader advises selecting gifts from reputable publishers to avoid poor books. Emphasizes avoiding guesswork and recommends choosing titles from trusted firms to ensure quality sent under their names.
The election of qualified voters in Chaves County New Mexico is called for January 9 1911 at fifteen precincts to vote for one Justice of the Peace and one Constable per precinct. Polls open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the same or designated locations as prior elections. Witnessed by the Board of County Commissioners December 29 1910. W M Atkinson, Chairman. R F Ballard, Clerk.
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