19 Feb 1908
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1908
Page
1
A Roswell business alliance calls for a noon to 2 pm shutdown on February 20 to encourage voter turnout for the bond election. Merchants list includes Joyce Pruit Co Roswell Hardware Roswell Drug & Jewelry Co and many others urging residents to vote yes and attend the bond hearing.
A severe winter storm battered the region with strong winds and heavy snowfall causing flights delays, road hazards, and power outages across multiple counties. Weather agencies warned of continued cold temperatures and possible further snowfall tonight.
The Chicago blizzard paralyzed city transport as trains from the west slowed and snowdrifts grew. Milwaukee reports about a foot of snow with fierce winds. Detroit records 8 to 18 inches, winds 20 to 30 miles per hour, snowdrifts delaying trains statewide. Kansas and Missouri see a 20 degree drop in 24 hours with three inches of snow causing further delays. The Great Western railroad seeks a joint conference over wage cuts as snow drifts disrupt service.
The writer argues taxes may not rise from a proposed bond issue. He recalls Seattle’s 30 year 6 percent water bond for 1.2 million dollars, whose profits funded debt service and then funded street improvements. Seattle later contemplated streetcar operation but valued franchises at eight million dollars above purchase price.
In a quirky exchange a boy boasts a plan to boost soda water sales by cutting foam. The scene shifts to a perfumed druggist as they discuss simple advertising tips. A local ad lists foam free Goodyear tires, Fancy Oregon apples at 2.50 a box, and fishing tackle at Enterprise Hardware Co. 912.
Editor urges townspeople to follow Alameda Heights example and plant one thousand shaded trees before potato season. The letter argues trees improve beauty and future life, noting past plantings and a waterworks system will allow more tree growth in parts of the city.
Fresh shipment of delicious chocolates from a famous maker promotes candy at Ingersoll Book Store The ad also lists Dr Presley offering eye ear nose and throat services with glasses fitted and a contact phone number 136 90tf
An ad listing new ladies spring suit shades with options to purchase on installment. It also details land and business lots for sale with cash and monthly payment terms. The Cumberland Company invites inquiries by mail or phone from Cumberland, N M. The Book Club meets at Mrs J P Church on Friday Feb 21. Watson Finley Grocery Co offers Oregon apples at 2.50 per box.
New rubber tires put on by skilled workmen at T. M. Rabb's blacksmith shop located at 111 East 2nd Street. Phone 242.
All kinds first class planted and guaranteed to grow. We also carry a full line of fruit trees. Office 2nd and Main St., in Seed Store. THE SPENCER SEEDLESS APPLE CO. I tf
Eight persons leaped from the second story of a Houston boarding house during a early morning fire. Three were injured including Mrs Hattie Smith cut by glass, Eowin Smith badly cut and dangerously injured by a fall, and Clark Smith cut and bruised. The blaze appeared to spread rapidly, trapping occupants who could not exit otherwise.
Joyce Pruit Company presents advance styles in ladies spring suits showcasing fresh patterns and fabrics. Local shoppers browse coordinated ensembles featuring light textures and tailored fits suitable for warmer seasons.
The Artesia Nursery promotes fruit shade and ornamental trees. Contacts include J. S. Highsmith Artesia and Wyatt Johnson Roswell. R. B. Jones offers for avery rigs.
A severe snow storm began in Chicago on Tuesday morning and intensified quickly with blinding snow and wind-driven drifts up to thirty miles per hour, disrupting travel and daily routines.
A box of Fancy Oregon apples will cost $2.50 at the Watson Finley Grocery Co. This brief item notes a price promotion at the local store.
To clear room for new goods en route, Harry Morrison offers his entire cut glass stock at half price. Sale continues until sold. Everything marked in cents, cash only, first come first served. Shop now for full stock pick over opportunities.
Chicago February 19 officials of railroad employee unions report a nationwide push for a general wage and working agreement reduction by March first. The move aims to adjust compensation in response to industry conditions, with unions deter mined to seek unified terms across regions.
A wagging social event yesterday hosted by Mrs. John W. Poe and Mrs. Mary V. Sparks drew a cheerful crowd. Attendees praised the lively spirit and cordial atmosphere as conversation centered on local neighborhood affairs.
Despite opposition at the rink last night the Della Pringle company drew a well filled house. Miss Pringle’s strong troupe presented The Belle of Richmond with actors Laura Laird Olive McConnell and Miss Hamilton delivering polished leads and Benjamin Hopkins Hogan and Claude Kelly handling the male roles. The comedy intertwined with a four act drama The Light House Robbery is set to follow featuring clever specialties and striking scenery.
A Seed Store on Main Street files corrections to legal blanks at the Record Office. Officials announce updated forms and blank corrections to ensure lawful filings within the municipal archive.
Mr S G Fullerson brings 15 years in steam laundry to Roswell planning a hand washing service to reduce garment wear. He cites artificial bleaching issues and will offer family wash rates with finished or rough dried options and a free repair department. Opening expected by March 1 1908 with forthcoming business and phone details.
Dan Sullivan, Artesia real estate man, was shot by a farmer near Dayton yesterday and is slowly improving. Only two shotgun pellets entered his face, both in an eye, most charge lodged in his shoulder.
Local U. S. Weather Bureau observation at 6:00 a.m. Roswell New Mexico February 19. Temperature max 48, min 16, mean 32 with no precipitation. Wind north at 2 miles per hour. Weather clear. Forecast for Roswell and vicinity calls for fair skies tonight and Thursday with a steady temperature.
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