Finley Named as Sheriff Candidate in Chaves County
The Record announces O. Z. Finley as a candidate for Sheriff of Chaves County, subject to Democratic Primary action.
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1910
Page
2
The Record announces O. Z. Finley as a candidate for Sheriff of Chaves County, subject to Democratic Primary action.
C E Tobe Odem announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for sheriff, subject to the outcome of the Democratic primaries. Odem enters the race with backing from local party leaders and a platform focused on public safety, transparency, and community policing initiatives.
Nounce N J Fritz is a candidate for renomination to the office of county commissioner third district subject to the Democratic primaries in the upcoming election.
County records show A. Durand announcing candidacy for County Commissioner in the 3rd District. The move targets the Democratic primary, signaling Durand’s bid to advance in the party contest.
B. H. Wixom announces his run for County Commissioner in the 3rd district pending the Democratic primary action. He seeks party support and votes in the upcoming election cycle.
The quote reflects the era's GOP mood, noting that most Republicans of the day lean insurgent in stance yet rarely confess it. It hints at internal party tensions and the unease of fiscal and procedural reform advocates within the conservative wing. The line suggests a tension between self presentation and underlying ideological shift.
Speculation swirls over whether Roosevelt, upon homecoming, will align as an insurgent or as a former ally of New Deal critics. The debate centers on his past words and deeds and the political path he will choose.
A cryptic remark compares the statehood pledge to Andrew’s re sign promise, suggesting it is perennial and never realized. The line hints at political expectations that remain unfulfilled, echoing familiar chatter about imminent constitutional changes.
A large number of Roswell residents are in danger of being known as mockers, though they do not intend to be seen that way. The note highlights misperceptions circulating in the community about behavior and social norms.
A reader notes Senator Beveridge is clearly wrong on the statehood bill but mostly correct on other proposals, suggesting his overall record shows strong alignment with the issues discussed.
The quote notes President Taft endorses higher education for women but opposes women's suffrage, labeling his stance as decidedly correct. It reflects a historical debate on gender rights within early 20th century politics and public discourse.
Fragmentary report notes relief and welcome home vibes as an English aviator crosses the English Channel returning to England, signaling reassurance and national pride amid wartime significance.
A historical critique asserts the Republican party has fallen into a rut and is controlled by enemies of the American people. The speaker warns it is doomed to destruction due to actions by its own members.
Illinois Democrat Holtshaw confessed to taking a bribe to support Senator Lorimer. He says he would rather be known as a bribe taker than a liar and is respectfully referred to Lorimer for his careful consideration.
The passage contemplates aviation advancing toward practical flight for people. It notes uncertainty about witnessing routine passenger air travel but suggests that remarkable changes can occur, with air travel potentially crossing vast distances in the future.
A bold statement reflects the era's confidence in progress as mankind extends control from oceans to skies. The assertion frames air as the next frontier for achievement and exploration, echoing themes of scientific advancement and ambition.
The writer argues that year after year New Mexico has sent Republicans to Congress hoping to gain statehood, but remains unadmitted. He claims party loyalties and bribes to Congress have failed and urges voters to cast ballots for what they believe is best instead of sticking with one dominant party.
The government states it will not assume a protectorate over Nicaragua, a remark seen as implying prior consideration. The writer argues the U S should stay out of Nicaragua’s affairs and criticizes supposed American interference with smaller nations, warning of becoming a global bully.
A copycat Albany style declaration from Albuquerque Creed praising Roswell and New Mexico. The speaker extols Roswell’s future, schools, churches, homes and daily life, pledging belief in the city, its people, and the state’s fertile valleys and mineral hills.
The piece argues New Mexico deserves statehood for its population and mineral wealth but warns admission hinges on Republican practical gains rather than pledges. It notes long-standing entitlement yet emphasizes political advantage in modern statecraft and resource potential.
Governor William J. Mills, back in Santa Fe after a Roswell trip for the New Mexico Military Institute commencement, writes a warm letter to a Roswell resident praising the town and people for hospitality and attention. He notes special thanks for Adjutant General A. S. Brookes who remained for medical care after an appendicitis operation.
A damaged legal notice urges failure to appear by July 9 1910 in a case against Richardson and McClure attorneys for the plaintiff. The text cites a safe and the allegations in the complaint as confessed with a May 11 1919 court seal and Roswell New Mexico as context.
J M Tackitt a blacksmith living 25 miles southeast of Elida was struck by lightning during a Monday storm while plowing in a field. He suffered burns and a burst left eardrum but recovered consciousness soon after. his condition improved with doctors optimistic about full recovery.
The text argues that New Mexico's admission hinges on party expediency rather than merit. It warns that eastern senators and representatives may back Democratic or progressive Republican candidates to gain material advantages, asserting politics rules the American people as a modern idol.
Six Southern states represented at the dedication of eight memorial windows in Blanford Church Petersburg Virginia on June 3 and 4. State windows honor soldiers of Alabama South Carolina Tennessee Mississippi Maryland and Arkansas and other windows memorialize the Ladies' Memorial Association founders and a Jewel Cross window above the main entrance.
Paris hosts a grand Russian opera season opening tomorrow drawing thousands of international music lovers. The lineup includes the ballet pantomime Giselle the mimedrama Cleopatra the Hindu ballet Les Orientales and Scha mans Carnival with Russian orchestration. Pavlova Sophie Fedorova Ida Rubenstein Catharine Geltzer and other Imperial Russian theatre stars headline the troupe.
In Philadelphia a ceremony honors the twenty fifth anniversary of manual training in U S high schools. German ambassador Count Hernsterff and Charles Schwab will speak. The system began in 1885 with Washington University and spread from Baltimore, Cleveland, and Toledo to cities across the nation, fostering practical instruction for trades.
Arrangements are complete for the Roswell Athletic Association meet next Thursday night at the Armory. Five boxing bouts are scheduled: Irvine Higgins vs Lillard Rainbolt, Clifford Jones vs Curtis Hill, John Mitchell vs Unknown, semi finals Troy Akin vs Cliff Aaron, and Alfred Higgins vs Bob Ross in the grand final. W C Barton will train and C M Allison, association president, is the manager.
J. M. McKnight delivered the last of his clip to a Roswell warehouse, totaling about 28,000 pounds. The final shipment arrived from the lambing grounds near Dexter and was sheared near Macho, north of Roswell. His son T. J. McKnight delivered about 15,000 pounds last month and sold it to Jaffa, Prager & Company at 17 1/2 cents per pound.
C Hil County Superintendent and Guy H Herbert County Assessor joined O Z Finley and H T Drury after a three day trip to King New Mexico eight miles north of Plainview. Two day picnic drew about a thousand attendees and was deemed a great success. Roswell party returned home via Artesia arriving after midnight.
Green hay stored in the loft of the Star Livery Barn on east Fifth Street near North Virginia Avenue caught fire from spontaneous combustion. The blaze scorched the upper part of the barn before firefighters arrived. damage limited to the top section. W E Burkey owns the property. Firefighters responded quickly and contained the flames.
The Loyal Temperance Legion will meet Saturday at 4:00 PM at the First M E Church. It aims to build character and educate youths in total abstinence and practical Christianity. Rev Wilbur F Crafts praises the group as a strong young people’s society and invites all children aged six to sixteen.
Two separate notices list a dissolution of marriage case with Nellie L. Booker as plaintiff against Chauncey R. Booker in No. 1753 asking for divorce custody and relief with default judgment warning. The second notice, No. 1796, involves T S Chambers as plaintiff seeking to establish estate and quiet title to land described as part of the W12 of the NE14 of 19, Township 13 South, see East, New Mexico, with various defendants and unknown heirs and claimants.
The Roswell Cement and Plaster Company notifies Scott Nowlin Joe Parks and Dennis Hoover that $100 of labor was spent yearly 1907 1908 and 1909 removing earth to hold the King placer mining claim in section 31 town 8 south range 26 east Chaves County New Mexico. If they fail to pay their share within ninety days after service or publication the co ownership will be forfeited to the subscriber under Section 2324 Revised Statutes.
Territory of New Mexico notices that owners and each co owner must pay shares of a $100 labor expenditure for the Smith placer mining claim in Chaves County to hold the claim under 2324 Revised Statutes. If unpaid within ninety days after service or publication, action may ensue.
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