21 Jun 1905
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1905
Page
1
The Roswell Commercial Club reports significant achievements at its annual meeting, highlighting community service contributions and ongoing business improvements, with members praising leadership and future plans for local economic development.
Roswell’s Commercial Club, shifting from social to commercial, reports rapid growth with 158 members and new directors. A sugar beet project, a sugar factory, a canning plant, and a creamery are under way, while roads and rail access receive backing. The club urges all residents to join, expand population, and attract settlers to Roswell Valley.
The acceptance of resignations by Alexander and Hyde is expected to produce broad impact across the organization, affecting leadership structure and ongoing projects, with ripple effects on policy direction and staff morale.
A report notes Hyde is likely to resign from multiple directorates he currently holds. The development hints at forthcoming investigations that may reveal unexpected findings and ripple through his leadership roles.
A Windsor Vermont letter offering $2,000 to poison Mrs Mary Rogers who faces Friday execution for the murder of the Lowell State superintendent. The missive was handed to federal authorities after a man claimed to be a stranger, with overlapping chaotic details and references to an attack. Thomas Lobb, a carpenter from Benson Arizona, is noted in the fragmentary report.
The President visits Worcester Massachusetts where Roosevelt attends Clark College exercises amid rain. He receives an honorary Doctor of Laws as degrees are conferred and departs for Holy Cross College. Separately New York World reports a likely resignation and staff upheaval at Equitable Life following Alexander and Hyde resignations. Hyde may quit multiple financial directorates. Morton may seek restitution actions via courts for missing policyholder funds.
Reports indicate Japanese military movements are tightening, with forces apparently converging toward Vladivostok. Officials have not confirmed specific troop numbers or objectives, but strategic observers warn of heightened tension in the Far East.
Washington reports negotiations inching toward an armistice between Japan and Russia. Neither side will take the initiative. officials expect no public announcement before the president returns. Meantime Ambassador Meyer confers with Russian Foreign Minister on an important message from Roosevelt.
Mrs John T Stone longtime Roswell resident died at her country home after a 12 day illness with pernicious malaria fever and spinal inflammation. She was about 65 and leaves a husband eight children seven daughters and three sisters. She was a member of the South M E Church and known as a loving wife mother and neighbor.
Stockholm reports the extraordinary session of the Riksdag opened by King Oscar to handle Norway's declaration dissolving the union. The government seeks authority to begin negotiations with Norway's Storthing and to draft a conditional settlement for the separation while preserving amicable relations.
Lost item notice seeking return of a pair of Hye glasses in a black case. Reward offered for safe return to 611 N. Rich. If found, contact 9513 with details.
A crowd of strike sympathizers blocked thirty American Express wagons at Van Buren and Clinton streets in Chicago. Deputies attempted to move a wagon but were halted by the crowd, which grew dense and threatening until police dispersed the mob.
In a June 21 clash between policemen and a gang of alleged safe-blowers in Chicago's stockyards district Patrolman W McGeogehan was probably fatally wounded and James Maloney, one of the alleged cracksmen, was wounded.
In San Francisco on June 21, Thomas Lobb, a maniac, held a crowd of over 1,000 pedestrians at bay for two hours. He fired nine people with a shotgun and killed himself by blowing off the top of his head after barricading himself on the fourth floor of the United States Hotel at 123 Eddy Street. A rifle bullet wounded one person in the hand. scattered currency and furniture wreckage marked the rampage as streetcar service halted.
In Washington on June 20 it is stated that the Loomis Bowen case is finally settled in favor of Loomis. The charges against Loomis, for which Bowen stood sponsor, are found without sufficient foundation. Bowen will likely be dropped from the diplomatic service.
New York June 20 Chairman Paul Morton's inquiry into the Equitable Society's condition is underway. He stated the investigation is being conducted at his own instance and emphasizes its independence from others.
Lieutenant Calvin Titus of the U S V who helped scale Pekin wells during the relief of the city by allied forces after the Boxer uprising wed Grace Anna Robinson of Colorado Springs. Titus, whose home is in this city, married here today.
Washington June 20 The War Department has no information on the purpose of Chief Engineer Wallace s return from the Isthmian Canal zone He cabled Secretary Taft asking permission to come and said his return was of utmost importance and he would explain clearly on arrival in Washington Officials speculate on the meaning of his message.
Will Sims and Emma Clifton wed last night in a ceremony conducted by Rev. Vermillion and plan to depart for their future home. The couple, joined by families and local friends, commence married life as Mr and Mrs Sims Clifton.
Boston June 21 The Massachusetts supreme court held that an attempt to force all laborers to join unions is against the policy of the law as it seeks a monopoly of the labor market.
Bernard Gun Sul, 214 North Main, advises switching to electric lights after a scorching lamp incident. No injuries reported. statement promotes safer electrical lighting options and cautions against unsafe lamps.
Wool steady in St Louis on June 21 with Territory and Western mediums priced around £6.28 and fine mediums quoted at £24.27 while fine wools fetch about £19.74. Report notes market stability across standard wool categories for trading week.
Henry W. Lawton Post G A R members are called to assemble at 1304 North Washington Street at 9:30 a.m. June 22 for the funeral of Comrade William Willdy. Commander Ava E. Page presiding.
The notice advertises Gunsul offering decorative electric lightning for lawn parties. It also mentions Mr and Mrs A J Williams and their children returning to Checotah Oklahoma after an extended stay here.
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