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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1907
Page
2
A long, mixed text notes subscription rates and advertising war plus editorial opinions on New Mexico politics. It mentions Agitation as a costly fee, Smoot, Bursum, Hagerman, Hitchcock, and a push for Pecos Valley development including a cattlemen’s convention, poultry interest, and a conservatory recital by Eva Nelson.
Notwithstanding long opposition the Roswell Daily Record and the Artesia Advocate claim a first victory when results count as gambling is abolished in Roswell.
The chaplain prays for life and sobriety in the Colorado senate opening. The New York World notes possible defects in Colorado criminal laws and the Topeka Herald links jail avoidance to saloon closures. New Mexico moves to remove governor appointing powers for district attorneys.
The Santa Fe Eagle notes that a territorial tax levy could be a few mills this year if the legislature eliminates graft in territorial affairs. It cites costs such as $2,661.37 for a message in Spanish, over $5.30 per copy, and $1,250 for 2,000 copies, implying savings on school printing.
The Organic Act shields Mrs Hagerman by allowing the Governor to appoint Territorial officials for the whole territory. The governor may abolish the public printer and name his choice if the council delays confirmation. Expect a recess appointment after the legislature adjourns to secure control of offices.
A reprint of Senator Ingalls Kansas tribute to grass extols its majestic and fruitful nature. The essay lauds the corn plant as foundational to society, praising its divine alchemy, its sustenance for warriors and poets, and its role in powering life.
A meditation on grass as a universal symbol of life and mortality, praising its quiet resilience from fields to deserts. It contrasts with urban decay and extols grass’s role in climate, soil, and history, then shifts to The Telephone in America, a portrait of its social impact. It chronicles Bell’s invention, rural and urban uses, the “hello girl,” and future tech like automatic devices and wireless links.
The notice promotes viewing a stock of the latest and superb collection of eyewear items. It invites readers to inspect the new arrivals and consider purchasing.
Classified notice offers buggy painting by B. F. Smith with contact via phone 176. Includes brief prompt to reach the artist for service.
Carlton and Bell advertise strong bargains in Valley real estate inviting investors to see their listings and invest in prime properties today.
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