29 Feb 1908
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1908
Page
1
A Japanese steamer was seized by China triggering calls for an official apology and indemnity. Relations between the two nations tense over the incident as authorities dispute the seizure’s legality and seek a swift settlement.
Tokyo reports indicate Japan will use force if demands are not met to release the Tabu Marind and seek apology and indemnity. China proposes arbitration, but Japan rejects mixed court unless vessel freed first. Vessel allegedly carried arms to Macao. Portuguese minister backs Japan.
The New Orleans waterfront reports Captain Antilles killed by thieves with pockets rifled. Police initially blamed crime but later autopsy suggested natural causes. investigators suspect thieves encountered the body and looted it.
The New York to Paris auto race begins in earnest as cars start their run toward Paris. The American entry that left yesterday is expected to push through to Paris, while competitors use transfer lines noted by Phone No. 9 for arrangements.
Kentwood Louisiana on February 29 is under guard as state troops took possession to avert violence against Italians. Vigilantes warned Italians to leave town by week end or be blown up for accepting a wage cut from 1.75 to 1.25 dollars daily in local lumber mills.
A mass meeting adopts a plan to implement the Australian ballot system. Delegates outline steps for adoption and set a timeline for future approval and official action.
A division on chairman yielded 49 to 41 but resolutions were adopted unanimously. The report lists two property offers including five acres of irrigated fruit trees with $100 cash and $25 monthly for 36 months, and a 25 by 175 Main street lot with $12 cash and $1 weekly for 50 weeks. The Cumberland Company Cumberland NM is noted.
Six National Sulphur Company workers suffered severe burns after an explosion at the Brooklyn mill. Fire swept the plant causing about $100,000 in losses. Doctor Presley offers eye ear nose and throat services with glasses fitting and phone number 130.
William J. Bryan arrived in Jackson Mississippi to address the legislature and said he authored a Commoners paragraph alleging funds from trusts and railroads are shaping Democratic delegates. He warned the goal is unfriendly to his nomination. The mass meeting and Lyceum lecture were postponed to Saturday at Central School auditorium due to the schedule change.
Mrs. Stephen Viacak and her three children perished when a fire destroyed two houses at 110 and 112 Breiton avenue. The father escaped by leaping from a window, and a group of card players were blamed for accidentally overturning a lamp that started the blaze.
A Guayas dispatch reports twenty Japanese workers at the Hacienda Las Milpillan near Luis A. Martinez held off a larger Yaqui force. After a fierce battle three Japanese were killed and the Yaqui attackers retreated.
Continental Oil Co offers prize for best fruit display at the irrigation congress. The award recognizes quality and presentation, encouraging growers to showcase superior fruit handling and production at the event.
A Roswell man receives letters about a silver cup trophy for the best single exhibit of fruits at the Sixteenth National Irrigation Congress and Interstate Exposition. The contest aims to promote agricultural development in the Pecos Valley and attract attention from local fruit growers.
Chicago reports show Dr C Volini head of the White Hand Society receiving death threats amid a feud with the Black Hand group. He remains armed and guarded as he notes connections to Giordano Bruno's Chicago faction and possible anti clerical motives.
The Water Users Protective Association of Roswell invites members and water interests to the semi annual meeting on March 9 1908 at 2 in the Commercial Club rooms. Secretary Arthur J Stevens urges attendance due to important business. Capt E Lohman leaves Monday for Washington to join navy exams. Capt Kunz arrives to take his place at the Institute. Weber and BM How of National Cash Register visit Roswell from El Paso. Woods Spencer Seedless Apple Co.
Mrs Charlotte L Noyes a wealthy young widow was shot and killed at her home in Los Angeles by W H McComas a engineer who surrendered claiming she dashed sulphuric acid in his face McComas bears burned hands and face from the confrontation.
J. B. Finley & Co have bought the Palace stable of the Minter brothers and moved the Smith livery stock to the Palace on Third street. They invite friends to call and inspect.
Classified notes announce items for sale including a sewing machine an iron bed an oak cupboard and a walnut table. Also advertised are wagon building horse shoeing service a horsesacer with best work available and contact details for Frank E Brooks and R F Cruse with a phone number.
Roswell New Mexico February 29 daily weather summary shows temperature extremes 76 high 38 low and 57 average with no precipitation and southeast wind at 5 miles per hour. Forecast predicts tonight fair and warmer and Sunday fair and colder.
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