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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1907
Page
2
Reentered May 19, 1903 at Roswell New Mexico under the act of Congress of March 3 1879. Advertisements to insure insertion in the same days issue should be in printers hands before eleven oclock in the morning. Orders for taking out any standing ad should be in the office by eleven to prevent its being run that day.
The Pecos Valley Democratic Triumvirate Cameron Mullins and Hudspeth remain active in politics as Governor Hagerman's veto power attracts attention. Mr Bursum appears to defer action until a weaker opportunity arises.
Republicans as well as Democrats in the Pecos Valley oppose unty division. The issue is framed as a matter of good sense and economy, not party politics.
Hon J O Cameron of Carlsbad suggests postponing the county division issue until other pressing business is concluded. The proposal aims to avoid distraction from real important matters awaiting action.
Fragmentary note suggests Col. Catron aims to improve harmony by resigning several offices after his contest in the interest of harmony. A second Colonel may broaden the effort to ease tensions within the ranks.
In Santa Fe speculation grows that Pecos Valley Democrats in the legislature will head the farm movement with strong influence on the Governor, rivaling that of any Republican members.
The article asserts that electing district attorneys by the people is right as a general principle. It notes the legislature removed appointive power from the Governor to curb graft groups and protect public integrity.
The paper reaffirms its stance against gambling, recalling a prior Roswell controversy when it first addressed the issue and later remained silent for some time.
The senate has compromised in the Brownsville matter by agreeing to question the President's authority to discharge black soldiers. The arrangement is satisfactory to most, except Senator Foraker, who has it left in suspense.
The Las Vegas Optic argues that if public printing had been done in a different office than the Anta Fe New Mexican, Governor Hager would not have recognized graft. It suggests any other Territory printer would accept half the price for the work.
The letter argues Hagerman Penasco Lake Arthur and the Plains oppose a new unty and urges Roswell citizens to join the fight and oppose county vision. It emphasizes local opposition and public mobilization against regional reorganization.
Col. Frost of the New Mexican alleges the governor's message never touched him and that he has acted on every recommendation for years. He calls the supposed errors misinsertion due to the governor's inattention and insinuates the text is partly from his paper and partly dictated by unknown malicious sources.
The article argues the legislature leans Republican and that meaningful laws will come largely through the GOP and Governor Hageman. It suggests Democrats can win support for clean territorial administration by allying with Republicans on good measures, emphasizing genuine government over empty show.
Hon. Chas. A. Spiess, in his acceptance address as President of the Territorial Council, emphasizes two points: prohibition of licensed gambling and assistance for ... .
Probate Clerk F P Gayle lists transfers including The Urton Town Co to Wilson Orr for 300 dollars covering multiple blocks in Urton, The Lake Arthur Townsite Co to Abel T Jones for 200 dollars in Lake Arthur, and multiple parcels and water rights sold by Wm Fenimore, Zenas Leonard, Wm Rhodes, David Troxel, and others across Roswell area properties and water rights.
The Record endorses Spiess position to prohibit gambling linking it to stronger public schools. It argues gambling revenue harms education and notes the policy’s business success where implemented, asking how a non producing element can aid a community.
The New Mexican claims it was first to oppose licensed gambling in the Territory, while the Record recalls its abrupt halt after other papers exposed it. Artesia Advocate and Daily Record led campaigns that ended gambling in Roswell and Artesia. Carlsbad may also succeed. The piece argues results matter more than initial shots and questions the New Mexican’s local influence.
The court dismisses ethics as obiter dicta and files a verdict for the minister Rev. Edwin Emerson Davis on thirty counts. The piece cites Mrs. Eddy and argues matter exists, quoting Spencer to support that science cannot negate God.
Flora J. White and husband transfer ten acres in 13-11-23 and ten shares of Rio Hondo Reservoir Water Users' Association stock to Jnc. C. Venable for 690 dollars. M W Finley and wife convey ten acres in 30-10-24 to J B Keaster for 1850 dollars. Tom Bandy and wife sell lots 6 and 7 in block 10, South Roswell to John A Smalison for 314.07 dollars.
Cedar Brook formerly W H Me Brayer Oriental 59tf. Carlton and Bell advertise a wide range of city property bargains and urge buyers to see them before making any purchase.
Ads list land scrip by W. G. Skillman and several sales. A horse guaranteed to work anywhere is offered by R. H. McCune. An Austin drilling machine is available via Oasis Ranch. A 5 room residence near the courthouse with yard and outbuildings is offered through R. L. Miller at Capitan Hotel.
Various rental notices and sales appeals appear for the area. Listings include a large sunny room for two with board and phone at 719 N Main, rooms occupied after Feb 1st, one acre of fertile ground for one-fourth share cropland, and multiple land and property offers near the courthouse with terms and water rights.
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