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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1910
Page
2
The editorial argues that a constitution must be broadly acceptable and protect public interests. It condemns "safe and sane" candidates tied to corporate influence and warns that a constitution opposed to the people's best interests could jeopardize statehood and prolong territorial rule.
The Record urges all delegates candidates to express positions on Democrats county resolutions before primaries. It argues voters deserve clear views since mass convention follows primaries and compares the choice to buying a pig in a poke. The paper will publish candidates’ views free of charge.
The Record states Walton should quit either his Santa Fe director role or his Democratic party office in Grand county to avoid suspicion in the campaign. It praises his past work but insists party leaders must be free from corporate taint to maintain trust.
Rumors suggest President Ripley may resign over clashes with Morgan interests. The claims imply Morgan’s control of national finance pressures Ripley, with speculation that Republican special legislation aided Morgan’s rise, though no confirmation of truth is provided.
The Record was asked whether it would strive to defeat a constitution it believed was inimical to the inter…
The Albuquerque Journal accuses W B Walton, chairman of the Territorial Democratic Central Committee, of being a railroad attorney unfit to lead a party opposing corporate influence. The piece contrasts the Journal's praise of Republicans tied to corporations with past denunciations, suggesting a shift in its stance.
The proposed New Mexico constitution should prevent a repeat of the odious railroad legislation praised by the U S Senate as the worst ever seen. The hurtful measure, driven by railroads, effectively blocked damages collection from railroads in accidents.
The piece notes Republicans argue Democratic counties skip primaries, choosing delegates by convention. It cites Chaves county Democrats referring matters to the people as aligned with party principles, contrasting it with the convention plan for candidate selection.
The record urges Democrats to unite behind the party nominees and stands against contradicting declared principles by actions. It asserts New Mexico Democrats will stay true to their party platform and uphold its core beliefs.
The Republican papers argue for a constitution that is short and broad, enabling it to fit almost any legislation desired by corporate interests and to protect few of the people's interests.
The piece argues it is easier to approve a proper constitution or block a bad one by a majority vote now than to amend it later with two thirds. It advises New Mexico residents to remember this point.
The Albuquerque Journal is described as abandoning its former restraint and adopting a bolder, harsh tone over the past two years, likened to a boa constrictor swallowing nasty doses without gagging.
A brief statement warns that Democratic candidates face risk from figures backed by GOP newspapers and party leaders. It emphasizes caution toward endorsements and the influence of Republican news organs and bosses on electoral outcomes.
The piece argues voters will choose candidates and elect them, while the Record faces accusations of anarchism or socialism for supporting Declaration of Independence principles. It notes possible nullification of the Oregon plan by Standput Republicans, not by Progressive Republicans or Democrats.
A noted dentist asserts that bad teeth make bad men while questions arise about men with no teeth or with artificial teeth. The discussion weighs ethics and social perceptions against medical reality.
The Commoner argues Roosevelt backed the primary bill yet its defeat shows the need for broader democracy. It praises the initiative and referendum as fuller tools for voter control, allowing petitioned submission and veto power to curb misrepresentation and ensure government responsiveness. It also hints at recalling faithless officials.
The Omaha World-Herald warns that no man is so powerful as to force freemen to relinquish their thinking and directs a blunt message to American brewers about independence and agency.
J S Lea administrator of the Estate of J B Trotter deceased files final account in Chaves County Probate Court. Judge J T Evans schedules first Monday in September 1910 to hear objections or approve. Dated July 22 1910 sealed by R F Ballard Clerk. Office for rent Union Trust Co. tf
A Sunday afternoon meeting of the Anti Saloon League is set for 3:00 PM at the Baptist church. Important business will be transacted.
J C Ellis Contractor and Builder located at 115 S Washington Ave reports highest cash price paid for poultry in 2011 at the U S Market.
Phone 182 y Livery offers hack buggies cabs and saddle horses for hire with prompt service and local availability.
A Washington dispatch says the federal bureau of mines will establish nine rescue stations and install better accident prevention equipment. Stations will be near major mines to speed rescue responses, including one near Trinidad Colorado and another in southern Montana serving New Mexico coal fields and Colorado Wyoming regions.
A customer needs to raise funds and offers a bargain on his attractive residence located on North Lea Avenue through See Us Title & Trust Company.
Saturday Evening Post Ladies Home Journal Woman's Home Companion each 1.50 a year. Hattie L. Cobean, Agent. Phone 166.
I A L Whiteman calls a Democratic primary to nominate four delegates to the Constitutional Convention in Chaves County New Mexico. Ballot August 9 1910 with filing by August 1 1919 and a $25 fee. Delegates meet in Roswell City Hall August 13 1910.
The Chaves County Central Committee outlines delegate distribution for the 1910 Democratic primary based on the A.O. Larrizello vote. Precincts Roswell, South Springs, Dexter, Hagerman, Lake Arthur, Lower Penasco, Plains, Glen Hernandez, Yeso, Kenna, Elkins receive from 1 to 32 delegates. August 1 deadline to file candidate names. August 4 to receive polling instructions.
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