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Roswell Daily Record

Location

Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1904

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Tannerise Selected by Council to Fill Unexpired Term

The city council chose Tannerise last night to fill an unexpired term. The appointment follows a vacancy created by a previous resignation, and Tannerise will serve until the next election.

City Council Honors Mayor Leal and Passes Key Ordinances

Roswell city council met with all members present last night. The body adopted a memorial note and resolution for the late Mayor Joseph C. Lea and filed it on records. Ordinances No. 191 extending city limits and No. 192 banning certain animals from running at large were advanced toward final passage and publication.

Stringfellow & Tannehill

Council Eyes City Linics Maintenance and Mayoral Change

Citizens push for ES ND maintenance of city clinics while council considers a water committee report. An agent for a local firm is expected soon. A census supports B Tannehill to fill the expired mayoral term, pending council orders.

Suffering Owing to the War Sons Are Scarce

War pressures reduce family manpower as sons are scarce across provinces causing hardship. Authorities warn of continued shortages and urge support for affected households during ongoing conflict.

Russia Defense Note Hangs on Northern Wall Threat

Evening edition notes a document from February 19, 1904, guarding Russia from a flank threat and recognizing the northern wall. The note stands or falls on whether the defense holds amid uncertain conditions.

Russia

Russian reply on Chinese neutrality eyed by U S

February 19. Secretary Hay received a Russian government reply to Ambassador McCormick’s proposition on Chinese neutrality. The State Department considers the response in relation to ongoing Washington policy and potential actions.

Washington Hay McCor

Funeral of the Late Tor M. A. Hanna Held

An obituary note reports the funeral rites for Tor M. A. Hanna. Services were conducted with mourners and local officials in attendance, reflecting on his public service and lasting impact.

Russia Repels 10 Note During Ambush Day

A fragment reports Russia repelled an ambush attempt and neutralized ten attackers. The brief mentions American involvement but lacks concrete details or dates.

Advancing Troops Hold Strong Position in River Valley

Fragmentary report notes artillery and land fighting as Aron Tok troops push forward and seize a strong position along the river valley. Details are sparse but indicate a concerted offensive with advancing units and tactical gains in the contested area.

Acer 4 Lan 4313 and Adgr Be Venue

Fragmentary OCR note mentions Acer 4 Lan 4313 and adgr be venue. No clear events or identities. Summary drafts only indicate possible product or location references with minimal context.

Exoneration in Iroquois Theatre fire inquiry

In Chicago Heb 19 7 a grand jury finds no bill for Fireman Sallers in the Iroquois Theatre fire case. The inquiry nears conclusion with subpoenas issued for Sallers to testify, while theories about the stage fan and air flow are discussed amid wartime dispatches and censorship updates from St. Petersburg and Shanghai.

St. Petersburg

City of Mourning Honors Senator Hanna in Cleveland

Large crowds gathered as Cleveland paid homage to the memory of Senator M A Hanna with widespread business suspension. The day recalled Hanna's Washington trip and his farewell remarks. Doors of the chamber of commerce opened at dawn as residents mourned and reflected on his public service.

Henna M. A. Hanna Hanna

St Louis Dramatic Co Opens at Roswell Opera House

Readable fragment notes the St Louis Dramatic Co opening at Roswell, with cast including Miss Caroline Klohr as Lucile in a lively production. References to The Figaro and Russian affairs appear in jittery telegraph style, with mention of a theater audience and a varied program featuring songs sketches and dog Snowball.

Albanians Routed in Salonica Siege Mayhem

Feb 18 dispatch reports Albanians besieging Shemsi Pashi were routed near Salonica, with about 5,000 men lost. Turkish losses are said to be heavy though specifics are incomplete.

Salonica Shemsi Pashi

Fire destroys Greensboro College in Charlotte area

The 19th century Greensboro College buildings burned today in Charlotte, leaving a loss estimated at $125,000. Students and faculty escaped with most belongings, and funeral and civic events paused as the community assessed damage and organized aid.

Charlotte S.C Greensboro. College South

Carlsbad Court Concludes Willey Murder Verdict

The Carlsbad term includes the case of Neal Willey who was found guilty of second degree murder for killing his wife. The jury recommended mercy. sentencing ranges from three to ninety-nine years. Prosecutor James Harvey led the case, with defense by Campbell and Brice. The trial then moved to Clark Merchant accused of killing George H Hutchins, drawing strong local interest.

Claib Carlsbad Rm. Ind Neal Willey Sense Bujac Brice James Harvey Clark Merchant George H. Hutchins Merchant Hutchins

Trial notes reveal jury selection for Roswell case

The record shows a 278 month old matter at the Schlitz hotel where Hutchins was manager. Only three of twenty four jurors qualified. A special venue for seventy five northern county men was issued. Gatewood Bateman represent the defendant with Prosecuting Attorney Hervey assisted by Freeman Cameron.

Hutchins Gatewood & Bateman of Roswell Hervey Freeman

State closes case in Dewey trial after cartridge evidence

Norton Kansas February 18 the states side in the trial of Chauncey Dewey Clyde Wilson and Will McBride closed. County Attorney Hotchkiss testified about finding a cartridge in Alpheus Berry s shoulder matching those attributed to the defendants. He also described an empty cartridge near the sod wall from which McBride is said to have fired on the 200 yard section.

Norton Kan Chauncey Dewey Clyde Wilson Will McBride Hotchkiss Aartridge Alpheus Berry

Lease Dispute Ordered for New Application in Santa Fe

In the Klassner versus Lumley case the Territorial Land Board orders the parties to file a new lease application and provide testimony on preference rights. The board will hear the case in Santa Fe on Monday April 4th.

Defense Begins in Berry Shooting Affray Case

State Sen Hessin, attorney for Chauncey Dewey and his cowboys, tells the Berry ranch shooting defendants’ side. He says Dewey McBride and Wilson went to take away a tank. Berry family members crossed with revolvers drawn and fired first. Dewey party acted in self defense as Berry fired repeatedly and reloaded.

Dewey Cowboys Norton Kan

Manila coast patrols suffer dozen casualties in bolo attack

Manila Feb 19 reports say McCrae and six privates of the stabulary were killed in a bolo assault as patrols along the east coast battled fanatics. Private Solomon of the cavalry was also killed. The item notes other local movements including visitors from Brownwood Texas and Hoyt Kansas, plus business interests of Colburn and Sons and a ladies manager position at the Record office.

Manila Pod McCrae islTit Niar Solomon Teenth “Cavalry Bolo

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