Witteman Buys Out Grand Central Hotel Roswell
A J Witteman has purchased the Grand Central Hotel from Mrs John Ellars and will take charge Sunday March 1 The Ellars family will return to Kansas The new owner also runs the Roswell Steam Laundry and is an experienced hotel man likely to boost the Grand Central despite the present vacancy and local sentiment
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Witteman
Grand Central Hotel
A. J. Witteman
John Ellars
Winchita
Kan
Ellars
Miss Grace
Roswell
Oyster Supper by Woman's Guild at Episcopal Church
Oysters in various styles will be served by the Woman's Guild of the Episcopal church on Wednesday February 26 from 4 to 9 pm in the room formerly occupied by the Grill on Third street near the post office.
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New Mexico
Roswell
Woman's Guild of the Episcopal Church
Grill
Third Street
Artesia Nursery Advertises Fruit Shade and Ornamentals
R. B. Jones is sought for Avery rigs at the Artesia Nursery. See J. S. Highsmith in Artesia or Wyatt Johnson in Roswell for fruit shade and ornamental trees.
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Artesia Nursery
J. S. Highsmith
Artesia
Wyatt Johnson
Roswell
Location Wanted by Civil and Mining Engineers in New Mexico
An enterprising firm of civil and mining engineers seeks a location in a growing New Mexico city lacking their field. They offer to supply capital and employ local labor while asking only goodwill and business. Replies to Civil Engineers care Nelson Chesman & Co St Louis via Henry Reuterdahl. He critiques American battle ship construction and naval design studying armor and gun placement.
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New Mexico
Boards of Trade
Care Nelson, Chesman & Co
St. Louis
Henry Reuterdahl
Sea of Japan
Assessments for 1908 to be received at court house
Notice to taxpayers from Assessor John C. Peck states assessments for the year 1908 will be received at the court house from March 1 to May 1. A 25 percent penalty will be added to those failing to return by May 1, 1908.
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Court House
Maxim Secures Patent For Silent Firearm
New York February 26 Hiram H Maxim son of Sir Hiram Maxim inventor of the machine gun has secured patents for a silent firearm using a muffler like device to deaden noise during firing The device shuts off gas flow as the bullet exits prompting police and military officials to call for strict safeguards amid its potential to revolutionize warfare
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New York
Hiram — H. Maxim
Hiram Maxim
Shearman’s Verdict Affirmed in Damage Suit
Judge Eden for C. P. Shearman reports Supreme Court telegram affirming lower court ruling. Shearman awarded 150 dollars damages for a cable incident on a well rig loaned to Hicks. Decision sustains prior judgment and outlines outcome for the parties.
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Eden
C. P Shearman
Darius Dicks
J. D. Sena
Supreme Court
Shearman
Hicks
Fragmented OCR item from CT paper notes odd characters
Readable fragments describe a local item with unclear details and no clear event or names. The text provides limited clues to form a coherent summary or identify involved persons.
Palace Stable Change Under J B Finley Co New Ownership
J B Finley & Co have bought the Palace stable from the Minter brothers and moved the Smith livery stock to the Palace on Third street. They invite friends to call and see the newly managed stable. The Dan iel Drug Store fountain in downtown Missouri is now open for a refreshing drink. Bell toy wanted at 0612 The Gilkeson. Finley at Palace Stable.
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Daniel Drug Store
Finley
Palace Stable
J. B. Finley & Co
Palace
Minter Brothers
Three Propositions Which Will You Take Bill to Re Enlist Discharged Negroes
Washington report notes Senator Foraker introduces a bill to re enlist dishonorably discharged Negro soldiers of the 25th Infantry linked to the Brownsville inquiry. The item follows a column of notices and ads including property offers from The Cumberland Company in Cumberland, New Mexico.
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Washington
Foraker
25Th Infantry
Brownsville
Waters-Pierce Oil Co Ousted From Texas
Texas Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling awarding 1 640 000 damages and ouster from the state against Waters-Pierce Oil Co for antitrust law violation. The case proceeds to the U S Supreme Court on appeal. The notice mentions eye glasses and room and board rates in unrelated items.
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Waters-Pierce Oil CO
Texas
Austin
Tex
Supreme Court of Texas Today
Waters-Pierce Oil Company
U. S. Supreme Court
Mock Senate Debates Tariff Revision Bill
The Mock Senate discussed a Tariff Revision Bill last evening with a lively debate. Supporters claim duties offset production costs abroad and protect American labor, while opponents argued against trust domination and criticized organization. The bill faces a vote next Tuesday evening as galleries filled to watch.
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Senate
America
Ingersoll Book Store Displays Carriage Work and More
Washington navy chief constructor Rear Admiral Washington Lee Gapps testifies before the Senate naval affairs committee in response to a magazine article. A local ad highlights insurance, medical services, and a furnished rental at 128 West Walnut. Texas shop horse shoeing and Raymond Teal troupe advertise a Majestic engagement with 50 and 75 cent seats selling fast.
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Washington
Washington Lee Gapps
Navy
Senate Committee On Naval Affairs
Thomas B. Teal
Fred Spear
Raymond Teal
Roswell
Finley Brothers Take Over Palace Livery Stable
J B and O Z Finley buy the Palace Livery from Mack and Will Minter and form Finley & Co. They move the E M Smith stock to the Palace on Third Street creating a large transfer outfit. O R Rutledge becomes manager to grow the business. Minter brothers undecided on future plans.
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J. B
O. Z. Finley
Palace
Mack
Will Minter
Finley & Co
E. M. Smith
J. B. Finley
East Second Street
Third Street
O. R. Rutledge
Smith Livery
New Palace
Minter Brothers
Raymond Teal Comedy Company Reviews in Roswell
A Roswell report notes strong crowd reception for the Raymond Teal Comedy Co at the opera house with the show Gay New York praised for humor. Highlights include lively turns by Weary Willie Dusty Rhoads and a popular My Gal Sal encore, with Corinne Karkeek leading the chorus and Raymond Teal drawing cheers as the black faced performer.
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Raymond Teal Comedy Co
Opera House
New York
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the Majestic
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