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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1907
Page
1
The council debated pauper expenses, approved general bills, and discussed street work including paving and drainage. New city hires included L. A. Phillips as fire driver and T. M. Davenport as policeman, with mixed confirmation on Davenport.
The Interstate Commerce Commission launches an inquiry into two large railroad systems amid a broader investigation of rates and practices. Officials indicate a formal proceeding will examine tariffs, service quality, and competitive fairness across routes.
The Interstate Commerce Commission begins a weeks long inquiry into the Southern Pacific and Union Pacific railways to determine if they act as natural competitors or have trade restraint agreements. Witnesses include E. H. Harriman and A. L. Lohier among others. focus also rests on block signal operation and recent railroad car trials that ended unsafely in Portales.
Heavy floods sweep eastern regions forcing families to retreat to higher land as waters encroach homes and farms. Evacuation centers open while officials assess damage and coordinate relief. Local agencies warn of rising rivers and urge residents to stay clear of flood zones.
Rising waters flood towns along the Wabash and White rivers in Indiana with Taylorville under water and 700 residents relocating. Gibson county schools close as high water expands, while Wabash township suffers extensive inundation. In Louisville railroad officials report track and gauge issues complicating standardization and operations.
Heavy rains cripple rail traffic across western Kentucky and other state regions. Creeks and rivers overflow, delaying trains around Henderson as lines resume operations after a noon session. Senator Culberson attacked and defended Roosevelt on the 25th Infantry discharge, asserting legality under constitutional and war powers. Foraker urged inquiry while urging calm to avoid racial conflict. The Senate postponed further action to next Monday.
President directs General Land Office to enforce the 1895 act destroying illegal enclosures on public lands. Removal of fences begins before April 1, 1907, or government representatives will tear them down. New land commissioner nominee Philip B. Stewart may accept.
The report discusses railroad block systems and failures at the human control point leading to accidents with loss of life and property. It cites a Southern Railroad crash at Sawyers Virginia and a Baltimore & Ohio incident, noting the danger from faulty signaling and human error. Also referenced is a Cleveland natural gas main explosion cutting gas service to the city, halting industry and commerce.
In Pergamino, Buenos Aires province, a collision between police and people left six dead and 17 wounded as demonstrators clashed with municipal authorities. Authorities fear further trouble.
Ad notes money and books exchange with emphasis on discounts for blank books, office supplies, and seasonal needs. Promotes savings on railroad tickets and references Holden at 222 Main and Cort School books and supplies from Makin.
Observation at 6 am recorded max 50 min 23 mean 36. Precipitation 0. Wind southeast at 2 miles per hour. Weather clear. Forecast for Roswell and vicinity calls for fair conditions tonight and Saturday with temperatures remaining steady.
Senator Culberson of Texas defends the President's stance in the Brownsville affair as Washington reports developments from the Jan 3 briefing. The Republican senator asserts support for the Roosevelts amid ongoing congressional and public discussion in D C.
London reports a reconciliation between the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough aided by King Edward. Also notes Cedar Brook alias W. H. Mc Brayer and a Cemetery Association meeting set for Saturday at 3:00 at 500 N Ky Ave. Mrs Mack Minter listed.
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