Government invites bids for Hondo Reservoir project
The government calls for bids on the Hondo Reservoir with a seven month primary phase and defined sub division timelines. Total estimated cost stands at 250000 dollars.
19 Jul 1904
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1904
Page
1
The government calls for bids on the Hondo Reservoir with a seven month primary phase and defined sub division timelines. Total estimated cost stands at 250000 dollars.
The article reports that the Interior Department will bid for the Honda reservoir construction, with bids due September 6. It notes a renewed local business mood, despite ongoing protest from the Pecos Irrigation Company, and outlines six project divisions and distribution of plans in Washington and at W. M. Reed's office. The Water Users Association moves to sell shares representing one acre of land, August 22 deadlines set, and bids expected from across the country.
The Hotel Shelby presents a special Wednesday dinner featuring Consomme Beef a la mode Sliced Veal Loaf Baked Young Duckling with Dressing Stuffed Baked Tomatoes Potatoes a la Delmonico French Peas Stewed Green Corn Boiled French Cabbage Corn Meal Muffins Olives Huckleberry Pudding Cream Toast Tapioca Cream Custard Orange Sherbet Cheese and Wafers Tea Ice Tea. 2s
A tense standoff near Port Arthur has rendered the area inaccessible with residents unable to reach the town center. Local authorities implemented roadblocks and urged calm as negotiations continue.
Reports from multiple fronts describe Russian seizures of British ships in the Red Sea, Japanese advances at Port Arthur and Mukden, and heavy Russian forces at Mao Tien Pass. News from Shanghai notes a captured ship bound for Japan, while naval actions disrupt commerce and stock markets react to worldwide tensions.
A last bid to halt the Packers strike is underway as talks resume with union leaders and management. Key figures include officials from the players’ association and team executives seeking a resolution before games resume.
A six thousand strong carpenters strike locks out workers delaying a ship bound for Japan. reports claim many Chinese aboard drowned after the vessel, possibly the Hip Sang delayed 48 hours since leaving New Chwang, struck a mine.
Expo notes from the World’s Fair describe Honduras woods at the Palace of Forestry and Fish and Came, Bontoc workers in the Philippine village, Meyers's aeronautics entries, Marquette map at St Mary’s College, Innes landscapes, wallpaper printing in the German section, and a waterproof paper product. Uproar over arbitration in Chicago packyards sees 14,000 workers threaten a sympathetic strike. six thousand carpenters locked out. New York reporting continued packing-house disruption. a large floating dry dock model from Louisiana. and Swift & Co blockaded in St Paul.
A speaker argues that Parker's victory would advance reforms, end imperial policies, erase the race issue, and replace Roosevelt era rhetoric with a peaceful, progressive spirit, enabling a successful political fight. The remarks emphasize democratic strategy and national unity.
A fragmentary report from the plains describes a sudden sheep death event thirty five miles south of the city. One sheep was killed and another became insane after the incident, with unclear causes and no recovery noted for the flock.
William Divers returned from eastern cities after a painful operation on his throat. Doctors removed a four inch growth from his neck with an incision from under the ear to the chin. The wound reached to the windpipe but the operation succeeded leaving a noticeable scar.
Iowa City July 19 Parker men hold firm control of the Democratic state convention as the old silver faction fades away. Only Parker and anti Hearst supporters remained to push the party line.
A Kingfisher Oklahoma nursery advertises fruit trees by car load lots and invites readers to send a list of wants to Kingfisher Nursery in Kingfisher Oklahoma.
Esopus New York July 19 report indicates an effort to have Judge Parker begin his campaign with a speech in Chicago after the notification ceremonies at Rosemont. It is understood Mayor Harrison wants Parker and Bryan on the platform together in Chicago.
Chicago city council passes amendments to the theatre ordinance to allow nearly all venues to open September 1. The measure, announced July 19, targets reopening requirements and compliance for local theatres.
Six thousand daily registrants for homestead lands on the Rosebud reservation report heavy activity in Bonesteel Fairfax and Yankton areas. Registrations are expected to continue at this pace until the July 23 deadline.
Mr. William Pierce, manager of the Roswell Electric Light Company, came back from Carlsbad yesterday where he attended a house party hosted by George Webster Jr.
William J. Bryar travels through Chicago en route to central Illinois as he previews in this week’s issue his plan to pursue economical reform and continue the political fight.
Supreme Commander TD. P. Markey reports a three year term membership of 302,385 with a net gain of 124,709. Re-adjustment of rates is noted as the most important business at the world order’s triennial view opening in Detroit on July 19.
Denver announces that John F Vallery the Burlington general agent in Cincinnati will succeed Geo W Vallery as Denver general agent. Geo W Valery will become general manager of the Colorado Midland Railway on August 1.
London officials deny a U S news agency story that Britain informed Germany of sending a fleet to Alexandria to confront alleged Russian violations in the Red Sea. The Foreign Office says the Mediterranean squadron’s movements were not influenced by Red Sea incidents.
A severe thunderstorm at the World’s Fair grounds struck the Mexican National Pavilion in St. Louis causing collapse of the flagstaff and cupola. The building did not catch fire and damage is estimated at $2.00. many visitors were inside during the storm.
In Dexter New Mexico on July 14 1904 a sale of a cow failed after the buyer issued a note promising to pay 17 dollars when the cow calves. The vender claims no delivery will occur unless a new note is issued. A recent shower kept crops busy and the town barber had a new pole painted and set up outside his shop.
The ad touts Monarch Brand food as pure and safest and offers to send samples through Garton Moss & Co upon request. It invites readers to specify Monarch when ordering.
Parties wishing Jersey milk may address Robi Babcock general delivery or call at the corner of Washington and Second. Pure rich milk guaranteed and delivered morning and evening.
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