Two Negroes Hanged in Virginia for Murder of a Postmaster
Reports from Farmville and nearby towns describe a double hanging in Virginia in which Moses Hill, weighing about 275 pounds, died after the rope twice broke during the execution of his postmaster murder conviction. A second condemned man, William Ruffin, perished following the flawed scaffold incident.
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Virginia
Texas
Richmond
Farmerville
Moses Hill
William Ruffin
John Gruff
Hill
Barbourville
Jesse Fitzgerald
Robert Broughton
Flag Day Observed in Roswell Public Schools
Roswell public schools observe Flag Day with February 12 linked to Lincoln's birthday. The article notes nationwide variations and that schools schedule the day without interrupting regular study, emphasizing patriotism without causing major disruptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell Public Schools
Roswell
Lincoln
Russian peasant leader to lecture in America
Alexis Alla dan, head of Russia's peasant party, arrives in New York to tour the United States and lecture for freedom in Russia. He mentions Harvard and Yale invitations and forecasts rapid liberal momentum despite government opposition. He cites dire conditions among the poor and predicts a major, world‑historic constitutional rights movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Alexis Alladan
Peasant Party
Russia
Harvard
Yale
Douma
Not Republican Chuckling Time in New Mexico
A fragment notes a Democratic neighbor in Roswell and the Record feeling pleased about political developments in New Mexico, with chortling over the situation. The brief hints at regional reactions and partisan tone without full details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
New Mexico
Laughing at politics in Santa Fe becomes a joke
The Albuquerque Morning Journal notes dissatisfaction with Democratic humor at the state legislature, suggesting Republicans would also be amused if the roles were reversed. The piece urges taking politics more seriously and jokes about forming a Democratic Don't Worry Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Larchmont Horror Toll Rises as Morgue Opens
In Providence R I February 15 the death toll from the Larchmont disaster was 155 as the morgue opened to crowds of passengers and crew. One survivor died last night leaving 18 survivors. Seven known aboard remain missing.
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Larchmont
State Senate Bans Star Reporter From Floor
Topeka Kansas February 15 the Kansas state senate voted 24 to 13 to bar the Kansas City Star correspondent from the floor and galleries. The action followed Star articles criticizing alleged pro railroad tendencies of the senate and suggests amid fears of publicity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Kan
Kansas State Senate
Kansas & City Star
Senate
the & ’. Star
Frank Hays Arrested at Carlsbad for Fraud
Frank Hays, who recently came to Roswell and passed worthless paper, was arrested at Carlsbad on a warrant sworn by Judge A J Welter. R L Miller of Capitan reports he cashed a $10 check drawn on a non existent First National Bank of Tyler Texas. Others allege similar cases. he will be brought here for a hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Hays
Carlsbad
Roswell
A. J. Welter
R. L. Miller
Capitan
Hays
First National Bank of
Tyler
Tex
Walter Pipkin Arrested in Carlsbad on Theft Warrant
Walter Pipkin was arrested in Carlsbad on a warrant issued by Judge A J Welter Roswell for stealing $15 cash. Complainant J H Carper says Pipkin left with Carper's watch and chain and money. Carper followed to the station and recovered the watch and chain. Pipkin refused the money. Trial set in Roswell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Pipkin
Carlsbad
A. J. Welter
Roswell
J. H. Carper
Pipkin
Carper
Mr. Carper
Kansas City Live Cattle and Mutton Prices on Wednesday
Cattle receipts around 2000 with 100 Southern cattle. Native steers 4.20 to 6.40, Southern steers 3.50 to 5.00, Southern cows 2.00 to 4.00, native cows and heifers 2.50 to 5.00, stockers 3.50 to 4.80, bulls 2.90 to 4.15, calves 4.25 to 7.50, western fed steers 3.75 to 5.75, western fed cows 2.25 to 4.50. Receipts total near 4000. Market steady with muttons 5.00 to 6.00, lambs 7.00, range wethers 5.25 to 6.60, fed ewes 4.75 to 5.50.
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Kansas City
Big crowd fills Majestic for Ben Bolt and Yankee in Cuba
The Majestic theater drew the biggest crowd yet as Ben Bolt played to a full house. The Spooner Company gains popularity with strong audience turnout and the evening featured A Yankee in Cuba as the nightly offering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corker
the Majestic
Spooner Company
Ben Bolt
Cuba
For Rent Apartment Three Rooms and Bath Ad
Classified notice advertising a three room apartment with bath and gas range for rent. Address inquiries to Dr. J. E. McClane or Wm. R. Walton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. McClane
Wm. R. Walton
Gilmore Family Moves to Skipwith Cottage on North Main
The family of J. A. Gilmore is moving to a Skipwith cottage on North Main street after Mr. Gilmore sold his residence on North Richardson avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Gilmore
Skipwith
North Main Street
Mr. Gilmore
North Richardson Avenue
Roswell Weather Report for Feb 15 Details
U. S. Weather Bureau local report from Roswell New Mexico lists max temperature 61, min 26, mean 44, precipitation 0.00, wind West at 4 mph, and partly cloudy conditions. Forecast calls for generally fair tonight and Saturday with stationary temperatures. Official in charge M Wright signs off.
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Roswell
N. M
M. Wright
San Francisco School Board Meets Root in Washington
Mayor Schmitz and San Francisco school board Secretary Leffiingwell conferred with Secretary Root at the State Department amid undisclosed questions. Senate calls for Interstate Commerce Commission testimony on freight car shortages. naval bill debates in the House. Annie M Bradley indicted for murder of Senator Arthur M Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
State Department
Root
Senate
Interstate Commerce Commission
Minneapolis
Chicago
Galveston
Texas
House
U. S
Washington
Annie M. Bradley
Arthur M. Brown
Utah
Governor Hagerman Calls to Abolish New Mexico Immigration Bureau
A strong recommendation by Governor Hagerman proposes abolishing the territorial bureau of immigration in New Mexico. He cites ten years of $60,000 cost for limited pamphlet dissemination, arguing adequate service did not justify the expense. He notes San Juan and Bernalillo counties received many pamphlets while Chaves Eddy and Valencia counties saw none, yet the latter gained more settlers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado State Commercial Association
Aztec Board of Trade
Bureau of Immigration
Colorado
New Mexico
A. M. Edwards
Hagerman
Bureau of Immigration of
San Juan
Bernalillo
Santa Fe
Chaves
Eddy
Valencia
Good Roads Convention Called for Santa Fe February 18
Governor Hagerman issues proclamation calling a good roads convention in Santa Fe on the 18th of the month. The event is sponsored by the New Mexico Good Roads Association with delegates named from western towns and cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hagerman
Santa Fe
New Mexico Good Roads Association
Validation of New Mexico Military Institute Bonds
The measure to validate the act authorizing the New Mexico Military Institute at Roswell to issue bonds for building benefits has been favorably reported by the House committee and passed, now awaiting Senate action. It is expected to pass barring late congress priorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
New Mexico Military Institute
Roswell
House
Senate
Peach blossoms on Saint Valentine’s Day in Missouri
Roswell area peaches show early blossoms this year with trees in full bloom visible at W. R. Clements residence corner Sixth Street and Richardson Avenue. Local observers note the unusual February bloom and invite Missourians and others to view the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
W. R. Clements
Sixth St
Richardson Avenue
Rock Island Train Wreck Crashes Into Switch Engine
Another wreck is reported as a Rock Island train rounds a curve and crashes into a switch engine. No further details available on injuries or cause.
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Rock Island
Mail carriers in Butte plan walkout on March first
Butte Montana February 15 The mail carriers will quit work March 1 after Washington advised the requested salary increases cannot be granted and resignations were accepted Current pay ranges from 600 to 900 dollars with higher wages only after many years of service
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Butte
Mont
Washington
Scheme to Honor the Man Who Killed Statehood
A proposed plan aims to honor a figure blamed for toppling statehood in a controversial move. Local groups debate the act as supporters laud the decision while opponents call it inappropriate and dangerous symbolism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Statehood
County Combinations Petition and County Creation Bill
A bill to form Foraker County with parts of Union and Colfax counties and seat at Folsom was introduced in the house. Petitions for Artesia county formation and opposition to new county combinations were presented. Both houses adjourned to visit Torrance County, with sessions resuming Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Record
Santa Fe
N. M
Padilla
Foraker
Union
Colfax
Folsom
Artesia
Torrance County
Publicity urged to prevent wrecks after Rock Island collision
A Rock Island passenger train struck a switch engine in Oklahoma City injuring 24 passengers and two crew members. Julius Kruttschnitt of the Harriman lines advocates broad publicity to identify responsible persons and improve safety observance of railroad rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Julius Kruttschnitt
Harriman Lines
Southern Pacific Railroad
Miss Rodkey’s Concert A Decided Success
A benefit concert at the Southern M. E. Church last night under Miss Edith Rodkey drew a full house in Roswell. The Ladies' Chorus led by Rodkey performed List the Cherubic Host and other numbers. Rodkey sang three pieces. Eva Nelson played two violin solos. L R Alexander and Mrs Ellis also performed. The event highlighted Rodkey’s service to social functions and music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Rodkey
M. E
Miss Rodkey
Bechtel
Holy City
Gaul
Vincent
Rubenstein
the Ferry
Terrace
Mesdames Thompson
Hill
Roswell
Moskowski
Eva Nelson
Fr. Seitz
Edward Ellis
Thaw Trial May Seek Commission in Lunacy
New York report states observers expect a commission in lunacy to decide Harry Thaw's mental state as the trial nears an end. District Attorney Jerome signals openness to rulings that could support such a move, while Thaw and his counsel anticipate a potential abrupt conclusion next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Yor
Thaw
Harry Thaw
Jerome
Evans
Sing Sing
Oil Found in George Ady Well Stirs Town
Dr F N Brown explains oil flow in the George Ady well northwest of town and notes oil has been flowing in his own well north of town for three years. The excitement centers on ongoing flow from the Trenton limestone, not merely the discovery.
Bank Safe Cracked in Ellisville Robbery
Five men robbed the Ellisville bank early today cracking the safe. About $1,400 in gold and $1,600 in currency and papers were taken. E. W. Butler, owner, pursued but the gang escaped.
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Peoria
Ellisville
E. W. Butler
Indictments Against Rockefeller Firms Quashed Upheld
In Findley Ohio on February 15 motions to quash indictments against John D Rockefeller Standard Oil Buckeye Pipeline Ohio Oil and Solar Refining were argued in common pleas court. Defendants claim indictments are indefinite single counts and lack details for defense. In New York, February 15 Merchant Tailors Association convention closed at the Hotel Astor after a banquet and display of men s clothing from cities across the country and abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Findley, Ol
John
New York
Merchant Tailors Association
Hotel Astor
Mutiny on Turkish Transport Ends in Fatalities
In the Suez Canal a serious mutiny aboard a Turkish transport led to 300 soldiers jumping overboard. Ten were drowned or shot by loyal marines as the ship passed through the canal. others reached shore and escaped.
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Suez
Still No Jury in Steve Adams Case In Wallace Idaho
In Wallace Idaho on February 15 Judge Woods resumes jury selection after a late draw of fifty men. Public opinion is divided with merchants and business leaders showing strong sentiment against the Western Federation of Miners.
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Steve Adams
Wallace
Idaho
Missouri Association of Young Republicans Meet in Kansas City
A large number of prominent Missouri Republicans attend the annual meeting and banquet at the Midland hotel in Kansas City. only Missourians are on the program to respond to toasts with Attorney General Hadley serving as toastmaster.
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Kansas City
Missouri Association of Young Republicans
Midland Hotel
Hadley
New York Chapter Plans Colorado Cliff Dwellings Preservation
The New York State chapter of the Colorado Cliff Dwellings association meets at Duryea's to push preservation of historic Colorado locales. Mrs. Thomas Whitney serves as regent as hundreds of wealthy and socially prominent New Yorkers back the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New York State
Colorado Cliff Dwellings Association
Duryea’s
Colorado
Thomas Whitney
Hicks Leases Two Farms Near Dexter
Darius Hicks yesterday closed the lease of his two farms near Dexter to W. M. Weber and C. W. Cross. He also contracted for cement stone blocks to erect a residence on one of the 160 tracts and plans further improvements this spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darius Hicks
Dexter
W. M. Weber
C. W. Cross
Knights of Pythias Likely 48th Anniversary Celebration
Damon Lodge No. 15 K of P plans a 48th anniversary event next Tuesday February 19 with an entertainment at Castle Hall over the garage and a banquet at the Shelby hotel at 8 15 p m and 10 p m respectively. The lodge emphasizes a elaborate program and meticulous detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Damon Lodge No. 15
K. of P
Castle Hall
Shelby Hotel
Jap Clark Indicted in Chase Murder Case
The Torrance county grand jury in Estancia has indicted Jap Clark and W A McCane for the 1905 murder of J M Chase, a deputy sheriff at Estancia. The case draws Pecos Valley interest as Clark is a known local figure and details were previously published in the Record.
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Torrance County
Estancia
Jap Clark
W. A. McCane
J. M. Chase
Pecos Valley
Clark
Retail Merchants Challenge Santa Fe Freight Rates
The Retail Merchants' Association of Albuquerque will contest the Santa Fe railroad company’s higher freight rate to Albuquerque than to Santa Fe. An attorney will be hired and the case pursued to conclusion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Retail Merchants’ Association
Albuquerque
Santa Fe Railroad Company
Santa Fe
Belen Cut-Off Nears Completion this Month
The latest news on the Belen cut-off states it will be finished this month or at least ready for trains. By the eighth, only twenty miles remained with workers laying track at about a mile per day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belen
Debate on Cuban annexation to be decided tonight
In Boulder Colorado on February 15 the annual debate pits Utah against Colorado universities. The question resolves that annexation by the United States is the only solution to the Cuban problem. Colorado affirms with Arthur Nate Hugh Remington and J N Kelso. Utah denies with Percy Goddard Frank Holman and Ernest Bramwell.
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Boulder
Col
Cuba
Utah
Colorado
United States
Arthur Nate
Hugh Remington
J. N. Kelso
Percy Goddard
Frank Holman
Ernest Bramwell
Best to Plant Now for Trees at Cruse Nursery
Planting season advice notes now is ideal as roots start to grow. R F Cruse offers a wide selection of trees at low prices for eager gardeners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. F. Cruse
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