01 Jul 1921
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1921
Page
1
Advertisement notes Dr. Swearingin will be in his Roswell office from the fourth to the fifteenth of each month. The notice specifies monthly in-person appearances and may guide patients to arrange visits during those dates.
The city lists a four day program starting July 2 with a band concert at 1:00 P M and continuous concessions until midnight. Highlights include a Matinee at Trieb's Theatres, aeroplane flights, Maceria shows, street dances, Armory exhibitions, and multiple base ball games against the Roswell Giants. There are hypnotic stunts, roller skate races, and a mammoth Fourth of July fireworks display near Thorne Park.
New York report by Harry Farwell predicts Dempsey will finish Carpentier with his left hand. The expert expects a quick early finish, possibly in the first round or by the fifth at latest.
Arcadia Florida June 30 Foreat Myers of Weatherford Texas was killed when his airplane crashed to the ground late yesterday.
The city has formed a structured army to combat caterpillars with captains assigned to north south and east west streets west of the Santa Fe tracks. Lieutenants will manage blocks and cross-street blocks south of them, ensuring every tree receives attention. Local owners are joining, Roswell cooperation is strong, and the plan aims to end the infestation this year.
Rice C Russell of Overton has been sentenced to death after a two hour jury verdict. He was convicted of murdering his brother in law Douglas Crow in the Houston courthouse after a divorce trial in which the Russell children were given to their mother.
Houston July 1 a court of inquiry from Washington under the surgeon general directs an investigation into alleged financial irregularities at the Camp Logan Public Health Service clinic.
Ranger Texas June 30 The Farmers Merchants Bank, closed yesterday, reopened today under a special ruling and will pay each depositor ten dollars on account. Checks to pay bills will transfer between accounts, and deposits are being accepted.
Report notes two deaths from a mysterious illness with unclear cause. Physicians seek answers as authorities investigate potential factors and pattern emerge amid limited details.
Chicago July 1 two million railroad workers start to work today at reduced wages as leaders meet to avert a nationwide shutdown. About a thousand union representatives are on hand as sessions decide whether to accept or reject a twelve percent cut.
July 1 police sought a man registered as the husband of a 23 year old woman who was found in her hotel room with a fractured skull. The couple named themselves Mr and Mrs John Allen and Allen claimed Denver origin. Hotel staff could not reach him. the woman died from poisoning according to doctors, not the skull fracture.
Washington July 1 The condition of the 1921 cotton crop on June 25 was 69.2 percent the Department of Agriculture announced The total acreage was 26519000 acres more than ten million less than last year It is estimated the yield will be 8433000 bales The condition of Texas cotton was 72 percent acreage 5199000 Oklahoma 75 percent acreage 1853000 New Mexico 87 percent acreage 15000
President Harding and Charles Dawes, budget director, assumed personal responsibility for cutting government expenses. Under the plan, no official can spend beyond allotted funds without approval from Dawes and then Harding.
Dallas July 1 Chicago police nationwide search for three Negro bandits who had recent gun battle with officers. One gangster died in a Chicago rooming house from pistol wounds and was shipped to Dallas for burial per police report.
Mexico City June 30 Several were reported killed and many wounded after a clash with radicals in the state of Gueréto yesterday. The outbreak followed a band of radicals being quelled by federal troops.
Roswell braces for a big Fourth of July event with main street decorated in flags and pennants. Hundreds of visitors are expected Sunday through Monday to enjoy the entertainment and the city’s appearance, though some homes mar the overall appeal and residents are urged to trim grass and cut weeds tonight to improve curb appeal.
The Rotary Club met yesterday at Gilkeson for a noon session featuring discussions on school issues and community service. Visitors D N Pope and Austin Porter were announced for next week’s Boy Scouts meeting, with remarks on attendance rules and local educational aims.
Readers split on the three game series between the Roswell Giants and the Ft Bliss based 8th Airship squad. Backers cite Ft Bliss as champions and invincible, while Giants supporters recall last year’s scalp of a Bliss team and predict a repeat. Airship backers say Bliss pitchers lack standout arms, while their own rotation features strikeout power from Tex Ha.
New York reports the arena for the much awaited fight of the century is complete with 91 000 seating capacity and a tarpaulin ring. Police and firemen completed final drills while ferries and rail lines rushed extra equipment for expected crowds. Hotels were packed prompting unusual measures to handle guests.
Eduardo Herrera, a Colombian youth, told Dallas police chief Charles Gunning of a vast plan to assassinate Cuban President Zayas and spark revolts across Latin American republics. Herrera traced the plot to a Latin New York quarter and said it began there before moving to Dallas.
Covington Ind July 1 Two bandits shot and wounded an express messenger during an attempted hold up of the night express on the Peoria and Eastern division of the Big Four between Covington and Veedersboro. The bandits secured only valueless remittance drafts and did not force the safe containing money.
Washington June 30. The appointment of William H Taft as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court was made at four o clock this afternoon.
A reader touts a simple method to sidestep battery trouble and claims 100 percent effectiveness with a Willard Treated Rubber Battery. The notice invites customers to visit for evaluation even if the battery seems fine, promising to save time and money.
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