A Durand Named Candidate for County Commissioner
The Record announces A Durand as a candidate for County Commissioner third District in the Democratic primary.
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1910
Page
2
Wixom Declares Candidacy for County Commissioner Seat
B H Wixom announces his candidacy for County Commissioner in the 3rd district subject to the Democratic primary action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. H. Wixom
Malone Runs for Tax Assessor in Chaves County
Tom Malone announces his candidacy for tax assessor in Chaves County under Democratic party action. He seeks party nomination and support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chaves County
Democratic Party
Bunker Hill Day and Politics in Brief
Yesterday was Bunker Hill Day. Booker T. was at the dock today. Swollen fortunes demand the application of a huge taxation policy. In Portales last week a good sized consignment of booze was seized by the police. Roosevelt says she will not talk politics in the venti future. Waiting to see what there is in it for T. R. Uncle Sam has stepped into the breach regarding wireless and mail mixups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portales
Big Stick Comes Home as U S Faces New Tasks
The famous Big Stick returns to American shores amid questions about its future use. The public asks where and when the power embodied by the nation’s strength will be directed to address ongoing challenges.
Teddy as referee for bi prize fighters in Africa
The text proposes Teddy escort prize fighters to Africa and serve as referee, framing it as a worthy mission for an ex president. No verifiable events or named individuals beyond Teddy are provided, and the note reads as a speculative idea rather than a report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teddy
Africa
Tillman and Bill Clash Over Art Etiquette
A witty remark notes Senator Tillman unable to use his archpeon on art and teases Bill for being touchy, predicting amusement if Tillman prodded him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tillman
Bill
Life Insurance Claims Paid in Roswell in 1909
In 1909 Roswell paid life insurance claims totaling 31521 dollars, ranking third among territorial cities. Albuquerque and Las Vegas reported higher totals, placing Roswell behind them in claim payments this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
Albuquerque
Las Vegas
Roswell Sprinkling Proposition Urged Amid Dry Weather
With continuing dry weather the Roswell sprinkling proposition is urged as essential and as a paying investment, following past returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
Lakewood Plans New Electric Lighting Plant Fight
Lakewood edges toward a major project as plans for a new electric lighting plant accelerate, signaling a bold municipal push for updated infrastructure amid local momentum. The community anticipates changes to energy reliability and growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lakewood
Albuquerque Prepares For Another Big Fair This Year
The passage notes Albuquerque will host another large fair, predicting it will be notably big based on past performances. Roswell lags behind the Duke City by a thousand miles in this regard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albuquerque
Roswell
Duke City
Roswell Reading Room Effort Gathers Momentum
The Roswell community lacks a reading room but a pressing need exists. the W C T U will take charge to establish the institution and move the project forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
Senate bill plans New Mexico statehood within years
If the present senate statehood bill clears all pitfalls New Mexico will become a state within two and a half years. It is more probable we will be unable to take part in the next presidential campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
New Mexico
Irrigation Funds Spur Honda Reservoir Prospects
Congress has appropriated thirty million dollars for reclamation projects, raising new hope that the Honda reservoir can receive water allocations. The move signals potential progress for completing irrigation schemes under the Reclamation Service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Reclamation Service
Honda
Taft Not Present at Roosevelt Return From Africa
The account notes William H. Taft did not accompany Theodore Roosevelt on his return from Africa and European capitals. It characterizes this absence as a matter of dignity for the high office held by Taft rather than jealousy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Roosevelt
Africa
William H. Taft
Alcoholic Liquor Consumption Falls in U S Over Decade
The American Grocer reports per capita alcohol use dropping from 23.52 to 21.85 gallons in the past decade. With growing prohibition, further declines are anticipated across the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Grocer
United States
Roswell DA sues to close Kenna saloon over population count
The district attorney at Roswell filed suit in Canves county to compel Anderson and Brogdon to shutter their Kenna saloon arguing the town’s population is under 100. The Frida News notes another town will also close its saloon on one of these big days, and the sooner the better.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
Canves County
Anderson & Brogdon
Kenna
Frida News
Three Factors Behind Statehood Bill's Passage
The article credits three chief factors for possible passage at this session of Congress. They are the Democratic minority in both houses, President Taft's faction pushing the matter, and eastern lawmakers opposing the postal savings bank bill to limit its beneficial effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Taft
Roswell Fire Attack Suspect Condemned in Court Remarks
The article describes a Roswell incident where an alleged arson attempt at a crowded amusement resort drew harsh verdicts. The defendant’s conduct is labeled below human standards by a commentator, who likens it to the lowest of animals. The piece emphasizes the severity of the alleged crime and public safety concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
Taft declines meeting New York Democrat over rabbi visit
President Taft refused to see Representative Francis Burton Harrison who sought to introduce several Jewish rabbis at the White House. The refusal rested on newspaper statements attributed to Harrison criticizing the President. The remark implies Taft believed the complaints show a contentious stance by Harrison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Francis Burton Harrison
New York
White House
Harrison
Presidential dignity in office praised by Silver City Independent
The Silver City Independent remarks on the challenge of maintaining proper dignity while upholding the presidential standard. The piece underscores the expectation that a leader comport themselves with measured decorum and authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stendard
Silver City
M. W. A. Band to Perform Saturday Night Concert
The M. W. A. Band of this city will render a program on Island Main for the usual Saturday night street concert. Selections include Sour Rag Lemon’s and Limes, Close Your Eyes, King of Clubs, Meet Me Tonight in Dreamland, King Sol, La Paloma, I’d Like to Be a Soldier Boy in Blue, and I Always Take My Hat Off When the Flag Goes By. Capt. Jack Fletcher, bandmaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Island Main
Cara Salisbury
Lee Johnson
King of Clubs
Wm. Brede
Dreamland
Leo Friedman
King Sol
Jacob Gil
Newton
Durand
Foster Calvert
Exchange Offer for Roswell-Area Property
Good city property to exchange for 10 to 20 acre improved place in vicinity of Roswell. Roswell Title and Trust Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell
Notice to Masons and Temple Dedication
Rio Hondo Commandery meets in regular conclave tonight. Immediately after it closes the Blue Lodge opens and the Third degree is conferred. Next Friday night June 24 our new Masonic Temple will be dedicated with ceremonies at 8:00 p.m. and a reception at 9:00 p.m. Ladies join the refreshment arrangements. J S Lea W M Roswell Lodge No 18 AF&AM W H Cosgrove Secretary. Money to loan on real estate Union Trust Company. 5tf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio Hondo Commandery
Blue Lodge
Masonic
Brother Clark Dilley
Masonic Temple
J. S. Lea
W. M. Roswell Lodge No
A. F
W. H. Cosgrove
Santheson Moves to Truck Farm
Florist and truck gardener Santheson relocates from Alameda greenhouse to a new plot one mile east of town near east Fifth Street. He will continue flower cultivation at Alameda greenhouse with plant sales managed by Mrs. Pape de Pierce from seven in the morning to six in the evening. Sunday deliveries available by advance order. He plans a Eden-like garden east of town but will not grow apples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Mr. Gantheson
Funeral services for Mrs Claud Bayless held yesterday
Funeral services for the late Mrs Claud Bayless were held yesterday afternoon at 5 50 at the Dilley Furniture Company funeral par lors. Rev P T Ramsey conducted the service and a large number of relatives and friends attended. The body was shipped to the home of her parents in Blida.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claud Bayless
Dilley Furniture Company
P. T. Ramsey
M. C. Shivers
Blida
W. F. Layless
Clovis
Roswell
M. C. Saives
Maud Shivers
George
Walter Shivers
G. M. Wahlenmaier
Ladies' Home Journal doubles issues in September
The Ladies' Home Journal will be issued twice a month starting Sept 1 at the old price of 1.50 per year. Subscribers or renewals are invited through agent Hattie L. Cobean who can be reached at phone 166. 8312.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Home Journal
Hattie L. Cobean
For Sale Cheap Land Near Dexter New Mexico Pecos Valley
Land sale notice offers 400 acres near Dexter, New Mexico within one mile, 230 acres south of town, 100 acres of apple orchard, 40 acres alfalfa, others in oats and corn, good well, six room house, barn, shop, hog lots, and complete facilities. Asking 120 dollars per acre, cash or part cash with notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canves County
Pecos Valley
Dexter
New Mexico
Land offer near Dexter New Mexico with artesian well
Owner direct sale offers 240 acres one mile northeast of Dexter with the largest artesian well in Chaves county and 80 acres cultivated. The balance includes 160 acres raw, 80 of which are prime land in Pecos Valley. Water from the well can irrigate 600 acres. Price: 25 dollars per acre with two thirds interest in the well. Contacts S. D. Chambers Dexter NM and T. S. Chambers Tulsa OK.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dexter
Chaves
Pecos Valley
S. D. Chambers
New Mexico
T. S. Chambers
Tulsa
Okla
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Tobe
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N. J. Fritz
A. Durand
Tom Malone
Bunker Hill
Booker T
Uncle Sam
N. Main
Payton Drug, Book & Stationery Company
Pickard
China
Jack Fletcher
Union Trust Company
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Chaves Tailor Shop
South Main St
Roswell, N. M
M. Brown
H. C. Booth
Corner
Richardson
Little Bobbie
Robert Burns
Best & Russell Cigar CO
Memphis, Tenn
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Jackson Loan & Trust CompAny
Ft. Worth
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Mgr
Zink
Kemp Lumber
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