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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1906
Page
1
J J Williamson writes an interesting letter to the editor regarding local insurance matters and community oversight. He discusses policy concerns, premiums, and public accountability in a concise, opinionated note.
A 1906 Insurance Independent critique lists several life insurers accused of using dangerous special contracts. The letter urges readers to beware of those policies and to consult established companies with long, reputable records. It cites Security Trust and Life, Minnesota Mutual Life, Citizens Life Louisville, American Mutual Chicago, and others, warning of “special contracts.”
Nashville Tenn June 2 The state Democratic convention adjourned sine die at 2 30 this morning after four days. Congressman M R Patterson was unanimously nominated for governor and H H Hannah the present attorney general was nominated for railroad commissioner.
Representative Nicholas Longworth and Mrs Longworth sailed for England today on the steamer St Louis from New York.
Reported unrest in Mexico leads to United States requests for assistance to suppress the riot. Officials coordinate aid and monitor developments as tensions rise.
Rampaging clashes in Cananea send 400+ Arizona residents to protect Americans as Mexicans clash with copper company workers. Victims include George Metcalf and Will Metcalf. 25 to 50 Mexicans killed. Tense standoff at Green copper property with Americans led by Captain Tim Rynning, amid calls for higher wages. Public figures Y Sabil and E E Edgington report.
Conferees signed a statehood report this afternoon signaling progress on the measure. The action advances the draft through legislative review and reflects a coordinated effort among sponsoring committees.
Rioting in Cananea Sonora leaves Americans and Mexicans dead or wounded as US officials seek swift intervention. State Department and War Department scramble for guidance as Major Walls reportedly moves toward Cananea with troops. Mexico urged to cooperate to restore peace and protect lives and property.
Across London reports reveal a Russian nihilist cell allegedly planning to assassinate President Roosevelt once funds are gathered. A Pole linked to the group was arrested after a separate assault round, acquitted, and disclosed the plot. The piece also notes mourning in Madrid after May 31 bombings and details about a Texas shooting trial testimony and related events.
Carlton Bell advertises loans on real estate at 303 N. Main. City Clerk Fred J. Beck notes dog taxes are due and payments should be made before the City Marshal enforces collection. Pecos Valley real estate for sale or exchange listed with Iowa Southern Land Company in Roswell, N. M. Also ads for dry goods bargains, gasol ine stores, ranges repaired, and Purity Flour.
An old classified style advertisement promotes electric irons with a five dollar price and six month guarantee. It includes contact, piano tuning services, piano and organ rework, and other promotions from Pecos Valley Music Co and Ingeroll's Book Store.
Local report from U S Weather Bureau notes temperature 91 max 64 min mean 78 with trace precipitation and light wind. Forecast calls for local thunder showers cooler this afternoon or tonight and Sunday fair and warmer in Roswell and vicinity.
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