Atkinson Seen as Strong Democratic Roswell County Nominee
The Roswell Record endorses William M. Atkinson for the Democratic nomination in the Second Roswell district. It lauds his long business ties in ranching and stock raising, his proven pragmatism, and his readiness to fund public works if nominated. The piece stresses primaries determine the candidate and predicts an overwhelming general election win if nominated.
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New Mexico
Judge Richardson
Billy Atkinson
Roswell Aims Bond Issue Talks Across Three Meetings
Three meetings will discuss the bond issue this week starting tonight with the Bond Issue League, then a Commercial Club smoker tomorrow, and a mass meeting at the courthouse Saturday called by Mayor Stockard. Businessmen and city officials unite on the effort. everyone must register for bonds.
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Bond Issue League
Commercial Club
Court House
Stockard
Roswell
Roswell saloon issue gains renewed reader support
C F Holie of Oro Grande New Mexico renews subscription to the Record and backs the paper on the saloon problem. He calls for victory for prohibition and ongoing agitation until no saloon remains in Roswell. He praises Judge Richardson and hopes he becomes a state senator.
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C. F. Holie
Oro Grande
N. M
Record
Roswell
Business Proposition on County Commissioner Role
A statement stresses the need for capable, honest business men to head Chaves county finances. It argues the office of county commissioner holds the most important role in financial management and should be filled by the best qualified individuals. The passage emphasizes integrity and judgment as essential qualities.
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Congress
Draughon
Practical Business
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F. Draughon
el Paso
San Antonio
Dallas
Kansas City
U. S
Saloon push to keep Sundays open sparks vow pledge
A local debate centers on enforcing the Sunday law with the aim of rallying support to allow saloons to stay open on Sundays. Proponents frame the vow as a moral appeal rather than a moral spasm, seeking to secure a reopening of Sunday operations for saloons.
Voters Urged to Register This Week for Bond Election
Voters must register this week to participate in the special bond election. Registration ends Saturday February 12 at multiple ward locations including Court House First Ward and Spring River Grocery Fifth Ward and Pecos Valley Lumber Co. South Main. Former registrations are not accepted. all eligible voters must register to vote.
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Court House
Spring River
Fifth
Missouri
Third
Dr. Joyner
Jouvce-Pruit
Fourth Ward
Pecos Valley Lumber Co
South Main
Fifth Ward
R. F.cruse
Business Leaders Endorse Roswell Bond Issue
We, the undersigned taxpayers of Roswell, publicly endorse the proposed city bond issue to fund water works and sewer system improvements. The signers say the plan will advance the city, increase property values, and offset a small tax rise to pay interest, naming Joyce-Pruit Co, Roswell Hardware Co, Kemp Lumber Co, Price & Co, and Dilley Furniture Co.
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Roswell
Local Roswell Firms and Traders Listed in Mercantile Directory
A list of Roswell based businesses appears, including Pecos Valley Drug Co Roswell Wool and Hide Co Wildy Lea J S Lea R F Barnett Geo M Slaughter Jaffa Prager Co Roswell Trading Co Morrow Tannehill Texas Block Pecos Valley Lumber Co Payton Drug B and S Co Roswell Drug and JIry Co Whiteman Bros Co Roswell Lumber Co in a compiled business catalog.
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Pecos Valley Drug Co
Roswell Wool & Hide Co
Geo. M. Slaughter Jaffa, Prager & Co
Roswell Trading Co
Morrow & Tannehill
Pecos Valley Lumber Co
Payton Drug, B. & S
Roswell Drug & J’iry
Whiteman Bros. Co
Roswell Lumber Co
For Sale Classified Items From Artesia and Roswell
Multiple short ads for Artesia and Roswell including two town lots for sale in Artesia, household furniture on 905 N Penn, four mares on credit to R P Bean, a 1 room house on 821 N Main, a growing Pecos Valley meat market business, a second hand Oliver typewriter, a scholarship at Woolverton Business College, and exchanges. Also notices announcing candidacies for county assessor and related local offices in Chaves county with Democratic primaries or convention.
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Inice
Pecos
Wanted furnished house near center by healthy responsible people
Classified note seeking a good furnished residence close in for healthy, responsible occupants or lighthouse keeping apartments. Also a second brief listing requests a small gentle pony, addressed to O N care.
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O. N
For Rent: 6-room residence with light housekeeping
Roswe Title and Trust Co announces a six room rental location near 509 N Lea. Two furnished rooms available for light housekeeping in a good area. Apply at 509 N Lea.
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Bath, Modern
Close In
Roswe Title and Trust Co
N. Lea
Date for Sheriff of Chaves County Primary Election
The date for the Sheriff of Chaves County is set and subject to the action of the Democratic primary election.
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Charles C. Hill
Chaves County
Jerry Carter
Mullens Announces Candidacy for Probate Clerk
In a Democratic primary bid, Jas W Mullens announces his candidacy for Probate Clerk of Chaves. He frames the campaign around local record keeping and public service, urging voters to support experience and integrity in the office.
F. P. Gayle seeks re election as Probate Clerk
F P Gayle files for re election to the office of Probate Clerk in Chaves County. Subtle race aims to extend tenure and steady county records as election canvass proceeds.
Hagerman man N J Fritz seeks Third District commissioner post
N J Fritz of Hagerman declares candidacy for County Commissioner in the Third district subject to the party primary. He aims to represent local interests, urging experience and service.
Jerry Carter Declares Candidacy for County Commissioner
Local note announces Jerry Carter as a candidate for County Commissioner in Chaves. The filing signals his bid to win the county seat, with party affiliation and campaign groundwork not specified in the fragment.
Finley Nominated for Third District Commissioner
M A Finley is announced as a candidate for Commissioner of the Third District, subject to party action and approval. The notice records the candidacy and the district emphasis, with emphasis on eligibility and forthcoming decisions by the party committee.
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M. A. Finley
Evans Nominates For Chaves County Probate Judge
A notice announces J. T. Evans as a candidate for Probate Judge in the Chaves County primary election. The filing signals Evans seeks the office in the upcoming voting cycle and is listed in the official notices segment of the paper.
Cosgrove Nominated for Roswell City Clerk Post
The Roswell city convention announces W. H. Cosgrove as a candidate for City Clerk. The entry details Cosgrove's nomination at the local party gathering and notes the election expectations.
City Clerk Date Set in Democratic City Convention
Walter T. Paylor is named as the City Clerk candidate subject to the action of the Democratic city convention. The notice indicates the date for the convention and the selection process for the clerk’s post.
Moore as City Clerk Candidate in Roswell
Announcement states W. S. Moore is a candidate for the office of City Clerk of Roswell, subject to the action of the Democratic city convention. The item highlights the party's nomination process and Moore as the prospective clerk.
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W. H. Cosgrove
Roswell
W. S. Moore
Atkinson Seeks Re-Election as Second District Commissioner
W. M. Atkinson announces candidacy for re election to the office of County Commissioner in the Second district, subject to party or electoral action. He frames his bid around continued governance and stewardship of county affairs.
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W. M. Atkinson
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