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Roswell Daily Record

Location

Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1907

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Per mile roads cut passenger fare to two cents

A forthcoming transportation rule lowers passenger fares to two cents per mile effective July first. Officials state the policy will make travel cheaper and may impact ridership across routes.

Railroads Reach Ultimatum Agreement After Heated Talks

Chicago June 22 report says passeng ers on all railroads agreed yesterday after a heated discussion among leading presidents of western land trans continental lines. An ultimatum was delivered by two major roads to implement rates at once unless an agreement was reached.

Chicago Micago Western Land Trans-Continental Rail

Year of disasters marks bloody six months in 1907

A SanTentom report from ngton on June 22 notes disasters haunt the first half of 1907. Natural calamities lead, with 5,400 killed and 925 injured in rail and other accidents, plus 455 miners harmed. The record risks becoming the century’s bloodiest year.

Ngton

Matrimonial Covenant Ends in Alimony Request

June 22 report notes G Frank Hogan envelope maker and his wife Slogan faced a divorce case over a one code for both with equality but alimony sought by Mrs Slogan. The Denver marriage of March 11 1905 drew notoriety for a shared moral code and permissive terms. details include alleged abuse and threats.

G. Frank ‘Logan Denve Hogan Rae

Lakewood National Bank Opens July Third

The Lakewood National Bank will open for business on July 3. The officers are E C Cook president J B Roberts vice president and B F an cashier. Stockholders include Joan W Poe and Nathan Jaffa of Lakewood with strong outside backing anticipated.

Lakewood Lakewood National Bank E. C. Cook J. B. Roberts B. Fan Joan W. Poe Nathan Jaffa

Governor Curry Sails Home From Philippine Trip

Governor Curry left the Philippines on June 15 and is due in San Francisco about July 15. He will proceed to Washington to call on the President at Oyster Bay before traveling to Santa Fe.

Curry Philippines San Francisco Washington Oyster Bay Santa Fe

Granville Pendleton Face Disbarment Action

Pendleton, former head of the Immigration Bureau, may be disbarred as the case against him advances. The proceedings allege professional misconduct and sanction requests are under review by the disciplinary body.

Granville Pendleton Ag Pendleton The Immigration Bureau

Pendleton land case to be heard in Aztec with Interior Dept agent

One of the Territory's leading figures known as gang statesmen will appear in Aztec as the Interior Department assigns a special agent to the Pendleton public land transactions case. A. M. Edwards of the Bureau of Immigration, handling Pendleton papers, faced contempt charges but was acquitted. Also notices are invited by Commonwealth Water Co Barstow Texas for a 2590 foot well project with plans available on request. communications to A E Hayes Barstow Sec.

Aztec Interior Department Pendleton A. M. Edwards Bureau of Immigration Commonwealth Water Co Barstow Texas A. E. Hayes Sec

New Railroad Schedule Goes Into Effect

The P V and N E Ry issued a new timetable effective yesterday. South Bound trains arrive daily at 6 25 p m and depart at 6 35 p m. North Bound trains arrive daily at 8 50 a m and depart at 9 05 a m.

Real Estate Transfers Filed for Record in Roswell Area

Real estate transfers filed include James E. Smith et al to Frank Mc Bain for 900 dollars covering northwest quarter of section 1 in two 15 S 24 E. South Spring Ranch and Cattle Co to R Beck for 2891.85 dollars covering northwest quarter of southeast quarter of section 19 and part of northeast quarter of same. Pecos Town Company to Perry Crisler for 65 dollars 18 in block 14 in Hagerman town. L K McGaffey to Bonifacio Mata for 100 dollars lots 28 29 30 31 in block of Acequia Subdivision. L K McGaffey to Epimenio Suniga for 50 dollars lots 63 64 block 3 Acequia Addition to Roswell. Gilbert N Amis to H D Torian for 300 dollars part of lot 3 block 6 in Alameda Heights.

Probate James E. Smith Frank McBain South Spring Ranch and Cattle Co R. Beck Pecos Leg ‘Town Company Perry Crisler Hagerman L. K. McGaffey Bonifacio Mata Acequia St. R

Northwestern Athletes to Try Out for Pacific Northwest Team

Seattle June 22 athletes from Seattle and nearby cities will compete in tryouts for representation of the Pacific Northwest in the Amateur Athletic Union tournament at the Jamestown exposition in the fall. Dan Kelley the world champion sprinter will face Joel Parson, once deemed the fastest man at the University of Washington.

Seattle Wash City Portland Tacoma Spone Pacific Northwest Amateur Athletic Union Dan Kelley Rinter Joel Parson University Washington

Train shooting affray leaves one dead two women wounded

A train shooting affray on passengers results in one man killed and two women seriously wounded. Authorities investigate motive and suspect details remain unclear. Parties involved include passengers and railway staff at the scene. Further updates awaited.

Barber shoots promiscuously on train killing one

On a westbound Rock Island train between Dresden and Selden Kansas barber John Bells fired on passengers after drinking all day. T. B. Topp a Minneapolis tailor was killed and Mrs Morris Olsen and her sister Mrs Harry Blakesley were wounded. Bells battled by passengers and arrested at Goodland Kansas.

Denver Colo Rock Island Dresden Selden Kansas T. B. Topp Minneapolis Morris Olsen Marshall, Minn Harry Blakesley John Bells Boston San Francisco Goodland Kan Bells Patsy Loganbraci

Cleveland Honors Bayard as British Ambassador Appointed

Former President Grover Cleveland delivered a glowing eulogy for Bayard at the unveiling ceremony naming him ambassador to Great Britain. Judge Geo Gray introduced Cleveland and highlighted Bayard’s service as secretary of state and adviser to the former cabinet.

United States Great Britain Grover Cleveland Bayard Geo. Gray Cleveland

Fireworks Sale Opens as Fourth Preparations Begin

New York shops today stock fireworks and firecrackers for the Fourth of July. City law limits sales to June 22 through July 10, and small boys have started gathering noise makers for the holiday.

New York

Roswell Defeats Artesia Four to Zero in Morning Game

Roswell baseball team traveled to Artesia and won four to nothing. Gallegos struck out seventeen, allowed only one hit. Osborne pitched for Artesia as Roswell totaled six hits. Reeves slated to pitch for Roswell today.

Roswell Artesia Roswel Gallegos Osborne Reeves

Oklahoma Chautauqua Opens With Noted Speakers

Oklahoma City opens its Chautauqua assembly tomorrow with a sermon by Dr. Frank Gunsaulus of Chicago. Other speakers include William J. Bryan Governor Folk of Missouri Senator La Follette of Wisconsin and Senator Dolliver of Iowa.

Oklahoma Oklahoma City Okla Frank Gunsaulus Chicago William J. Bryan Folk Missouri LaFollette Wisconsin Dolliver Iowa

Dartmouth Commencement Opens 188th Annual Exercises

Oratorical contests in Dartmouth hall for the class of 1866 prizes and the Barge gold medal inaugurate the 188th Dartmouth college commencement. The baccalaureate sermon will be delivered tomorrow by Rev Gains Glenn Atkifs of Detroit. Alumni meeting Tuesday features Hon Theodore E Burton of Ohio as principal speaker.

Dartmouth Hanover N.H Dartmouth Hall Dartmouth College Gains Glenn Atkifs Detroit Theodore E. Burton Ohio Rivers and Harbors Committee The House

Hyde Hyde and Le lia Moss McGuire Bride in Winchester

Miss Le lia Moss McGuire and Lewis Living stone Hyde of New York wed at Christchurch Winchester at noon. The bride is related to Colonel Harry St. George Tucker, Jamestown exposition president. Hyde is a Yale graduate, prominent lawyer, and city club figure. They plan a European honeymoon and will live in New York.

Hyde-McGuire Winchester Lelia Moss McGuire Lewis Livingstone Hyde New York Christchurch Harry St. George Tucker Hyde Yale Metropolis Europe

Bronze memorial statue unveiled for Thomas F. Bayard

In Wilmington Delaware a bronze memorial statue to Thomas F Bayard unveiled before the largest Delaware crowd at a public function. The address was read by John Bassett Moore since President Cleveland was absent. The widow drew the cord releasing the drapery as the statue was revealed. In Princeton New Jersey former President Cleveland remains ill but shows improvement.

Wilmington Del Delaware Thomas F. Bayard Cleveland U. S Great Britain John Bassett Moore Columbia University Princeton N. J

Rock Island Yacht Race Opens Big New York Event

In New York on June 22 over thirty yachts start the annual race to Block Island from Huckleberry Island, a 100 mile course. The New York Athletic Club hosts this largest such race in America with entrants including Saladin Notes Rebel Tamerlane Tanya Monsoon Mepsa Busy Bee Oman and Exit.

Rock Island New York America Block Island Huckleberry Island New York Athic Club Thbone Mitchell Notes Ibrook Rebel Bacory Granbury Tanya Stocdard Monsoon Sullivan Cuthbert Howard Oman Huntington

Wilson says meat prices rise from prosperity

Secretary of Agriculture Wilson argues higher meat prices reflect continued prosperity and greater demand, with farmers raising fewer cattle. He rejects packers in Chicago raising prices to cover losses from meat inspection, noting New York and eastern buyers compete fiercely, preventing price fixing by Chicago.

Wilson Washington Chicago New York East

Sermon by Rev J W Smith Delayed by Weather

Bad weather last Sunday prevented Rev J W Smith of the M E Church South from reaching the elderly as planned. He will preach next Sunday morning and in the evening to young clerks and city office workers. All the city youth should hear this sermon.

J. W. Smith M. E South

King Edward Hosts Garden Party at Windsor Castle

Over 6,000 social elect from England and abroad attended a Windsor Castle garden party hosted by King Edward and Queen Alexandra with many American guests.

London England King Edward and Ueen Alexandra Windsor Castle

Fear Chinese Uprising In Amoy

In Amoy China on June 22 a tense mood grips the foreign quarter amid rumors of a general uprising by Chinese against the white devils. Monday is said to be the date for a reported massacre, with insurgent leaders issuing calls to rise up and arm against the invaders.

Amoy China

Oil advertisement from The Superior Refinery Co

An oil and gasoline promotional note urges readers to call phone 412 for delivery of high grade oil or gasoline. The Superior Refinery Co promotes honest prices and asks readers to try their product and be convinced by service.

Superior Refinery Coo

Extension of Kansas City Southern rail notes deal

New York, June 22. Six months more granted to the syndicate that underwrote the 5 100 000 Kansas City Southern railway notes. Agreement due today. Notes underwritten at 95 percent plus interest after a 2 percent underwriting commission. Reports say over half of the issue has sold

New York Kansas City Southern Railway

To Loan 3000 on real estate security

Ed ward A. Finnegan Garst Bldg 94tf offers a loan of 3000 secured by real estate. The note appears in a classifieds or legal notice section seeking lending or mortgage funding.

Edward A. Finnegan Garst Bldg

Property Listing on Washington and Fifth in Roswell

A reader advertises a house and three adjoining lots at Washington and Fifth, asking interested parties to contact any Roswell Realty Board member or F. E. Brooks at 931f.

Washington and Fifth Roswell Realty Board F. E. Brooks

No Troops In Fourth of July Parade

General Frederick Funston declines parade participation citing potential jeers from a hostile crowd. San Francisco leaders form a special committee to decide whether to reply to the invitation.

San Francisco Cal United States Frederick Funston Funston

Bohemian Gymnastic Meet Opens in Prague

Twelve thousand gymnasts from all European nations and the United States participate in the Bohemian gymnastic meet begun in Prague. More than 300 Bohemian gymnasts from the United States, with large groups from New York Chicago and Milwaukee, are entered.

Prague Bohemia United States New York Chicago Milwaukee

Live Stock Market Report From Kansas City June 22

Cattle receipts 1000 with market steady. Southern steers 3.30 to 5.50. southern cows 2.25 to 3.75. stockers and feeders 3.25 to 4.90. calves 3.50 to 5.75. western fed steers 4.50 to 6.50. western fed cows 2.25 to 4.50. Sheep receipts none, nominally steady.

Kansas City

Mutineers Return To Barracks In France

Agde France June 22 six hundred men of the 17th Infantry who mutinied yesterday and marched to Beziers under arms returned to their barracks here early today.

Agde France 17Th Infantry Beziers

Pioneer Lawyer Brumback Dies at 79 in Excelsior Springs

Jefferson Brumback a pioneer Kansas City lawyer dies at Excelsior Springs sanatorium aged 79 He served as a brigadier general in the Union Army during the Civil War.

Kansas City Jefferson Brumback Excelsior Springs

Reunion of J. D. Sayers camp UCV postponed

Bastrop Texas June 21 The reunion of the J. D. Sayers camp United Confederate Veterans scheduled for today has been postponed to next Wednesday. Veterans across the region show strong interest in the event which is expected to eclipse prior local celebrations.

Bastrop Tex J. D. Sayers United Confederate Veterans

Arts festival shines in Artesia with town pride

J. E. Dill reports the alfalfa festival in Artesia drew guests from valley towns. A noon barbecue stood out as one of the best, and bronco busting, baseball, and other features provided lively entertainment for attendees.

J. E. Dill Artesia Valey

Cook and Mayfeel Marry at Orr Farm

Probate Judge Evans united A. J. Cook and L. H. Mayfeel in marriage this morning. The couple, both young, will reside at the Orr Farm.

Taft Returns to Washington After Western Trip

Secretary of War Taft returned this afternoon to Washington from his western trip, signaling the end of a tour that included stops and discussions on national defense and military affairs.

Taft Washington

Well work delayed by lost bit in Spring River Oil well

Work at the Spring River Oil Company well has slowed in recent days due to a bit becoming lost in the bore. Crews expect to recover the bit today and resume operations at the site.

Spring River Oil Company

Grill Cafe Closes After Creditor Sweep

The Grill Cafe shut its doors this morning as creditors closed in and seized many furnishings, forcing the proprietor to quit business.

the Grill Cafe

Stark Couple Arrive From Plano to Tour Valley

J. F. Stark and his wife arrived from Plano Texas this morning to inspect the Valley and are staying at the Grand Central hotel.

J. F. Stark Wife Plano Texas Grand Central

Amarillo Visitors Hit Roswell City Streets

Richards of Amarillo arrived yesterday while Eli Smith came in from Amarillo. George M. Smith visited from the ranch and will stay a few days. J. T. Mitchell came from Amarillo Friday night. Col Elliott and Mrs Elliott are in the city today. Bevan brothers of Lake Arthur and Haviland in town. Longman of Sunnyside and Hall of Elida spend the day in Roswell. WANTED Tent 12x14 or larger. apply Lock Box 275.

George M. Smith J. E Lake Arthur S. J .Bevan Haviland

Monument to Bayard Memorial Unveiled in Wilmington

In Wilmington on June 22 a large crowd witnessed the unveiling of a memorial statue to Thomas F. Bayard former U S senator former secretary of state and first ...

Bayard Willmington Del Thomas F. Bayard United States

Strike Leaves Two Hundred Telegrafers Idle in San Francisco

About two hundred telegraph operators in San Francisco are on strike. The situation is quiet as workers press demands.

Telegraphers Strike Quiet as Western Union Keeps Service

San Francisco reports about 200 operators out as Western Union and Postal Telegraph maintain offices with non striking staff. Companies reject union talks, seek new hires, and plan to deploy replacements from East with Pinkertons. New York says union board will decide next steps. Ogden to SF ships two carloads of Pinkerton agents to replace strikers.

San Francisco Western Union Postal Companies Postal May Small United Railroads Ogden Utah Pinkertons

Garfield and Ballinger Visit Salt Lake City Mission

Secretary of the Interior Garfield and Land Commissioner Ballinger arrived in Salt Lake City to review general Interior Department and Land Office matters. They will proceed to Cheyenne tonight.

Salt Lake City Utah Secretary of the Interior Garfield Ballinger Department of the Interior U. S. Land Office Cheyenne

Bryan to Open Fort Worth Chautauqua With Address

William Jennings Bryan is expected in Fort Worth Texas tomorrow evening to open the Chautauqua with the address The Prince of Peace. He is popular in this Texas region and many visitors from other cities will attend.

For Sale Land With Water At Twenty Dollars An Acre

Mrs Nell R Moore offers land with water for sale at 20 dollars per acre. Listing notes rear American National and the address 9713.

Nell R. Moore American National

Cimarron Valley Land Company Incorporation in Colfax County

Articles filed in the Territorial Secretary's office authorize the Cimarron Valley Land Company in Colfax County with a capital of 1 million dollars. The charter states the company’s purpose to construct an irrigation project.

Santa Fe New Mexican Colfax County Territorial Cimarron Valley Land Company

Irrigation Project Slated for Cimarron Valley System

A new irrigation scheme centered in the Cimarron Valley proposes a water storage reservoir at the Moreno and Cieneguilla rivers confluence. The plan includes a main canal about twenty miles long running southeast along the Cimarron divide toward uplands south of Rayado River.

Cimarron Moreno Cieneguilla Cimarroncito Rayado

Referendum Vote Aimed by Western Federation of Miners

The Western Federation of Miners agreed to a constitutional amendment for a local union referendum before any strike. A two-thirds approval is needed, or a three-fourths local vote with executive board ratification. The convention also bars unions or members from making labor contracts. The split with the IWW is expected to be debated next week with Mahoney favoring separation.

Denver Colo Western Federation of Miners Executive Board Industrial Workers of the World Mahoney

Rain Falls in Santa Fe Early Week

An inch of rain drenched Santa Fe during the early part of the week, bringing wet weather to the area and affecting travel and outdoor plans.

Santa Fe

New York City Waiters Plan Intercity Convention

In June 22 feature, New York waiters from the Waldorf Astoria to quick lunch spots unite with the Geneva Union’s American branch to convene in New York. Delegates will attend a grand banquet at the Hotel Astor and may push a resolution against tipping as a local issue. Mrs. Howard of Poughkeepsie faces unlawful speeding charges, and small-town officers enforce traffic on Vanderbilt Cup routes.

New York City New York Thomas H. Howard Frederick W.vanderbilt Pous Ghkeepsie Pougakeepsie Vanderbilt Howard United States Canada Mexico Porto Rico New Jersey Universal Restaurant and Hotel Employees’ Association Geneva Union Waldorff Astoria Hotel Astor

Prager Residence on South Main For Sale

W. S. Prager offers his beautiful South Main home for sale for business reasons only. An exceptionally low price is offered for the next 30 days, with Carl ton & Bell pleased to show the property to prospective buyers.

W. S. Prager South Main

Roswell Weather Report June 22

Local U.S. Weather Bureau bulletin from Roswell New Mexico notes a max temperature of 90, a min of 53 and a mean of 72 with no precipitation. Winds are northeast at 3 miles per hour and the sky is clear. Forecast for Roswell and vicinity calls for fair weather tonight and Sunday with steady temperatures.

Roswell N. M

The Haywood Trial Delays as Jury Acquittal Refused

Paris dispatch reports Judge Wood refused to order the jury in the Haywood case to acquit. Darrow will open for the defense on Monday. In Paris the Chamber of Deputies vetoed most wine fraud bill clauses, allowing immediate government action to address wine growers’ grievances.

Paris Chamber of of Deputies

No court session in Haywood trial today

Boise Idaho June 22 there was no session of court in the Haywood case today Judge Wood refusing to order the jury to acquit Clarence S Darrow will make the opening statement for the defense next Monday

Boise Idaho Haywood Wood Clarence S. Darrow

Cottingham Visits Roswell Area Friends From Ranch

Lon C Cottingham arrives from the Harry Robinson ranch sixty miles east of Roswell and will spend several days visiting home folks in the area.

Lon C. Cottingham Harry Robinson Roswell

Mrs Malloy Returns Home After Mourning Visit

Mrs N A Malloy leaves for Weatherford Texas after six weeks at the bedside of her son Jack Malloy who died last Tuesday morning.

N. A. Malloy Weatherford Texas

Music at Presbyterian church led by Miss Adelia Morgan

Tomorrow's service at the Presbyterian church features morning music led by Miss Adelia Morgan with Mrs. R. S. Cook assisting. In the evening Miss Merriman of Raleigh North Carolina will assist.

Presbyterian Church Adelia Morgan

Stephenson Named Principal of Lakewood School

Artesia News reports Prof Stephenson has been tendered the Lakewood school principalship and will assume control in September. He served as principal of the high school this past year and proved himself a scholar and educator.

Stephenson Lakewood Artesia News

Albuqueruque Likely Seeks Major Smelter Site

The New Mexican reports bright chances Albuquerque will land a large smelter early. Tri-Bullion Co. managers with Magdalena and Kelly district properties in Socorro county have examined the situation and favor the project. Backed by strong capitalists, the plan could be implemented on a large scale, benefiting Albuquerque first and the entire Territory second.

Albuquerquue Tri-Bullion Company Magdalena Kelly Socorro County Albuquerque New Mexico

Arcanum Day Celebration in New York and Brooklyn

Arcanum day marking the thirtieth anniversary of the Royal Arcanium was celebrated by the order in New York and Brooklyn. Supreme and grand council officers participated in a review for state grand regent Edward Becker by the Forty-seventh regiment National Guard second battalion. An afternoon program of athletic sports preceded a grand fireworks display to close the celebration.

Arcanum New York The Royal Arcanium Brooklyn Grand Council Edward Becker Forty-seventh Regiment of National Guards

Naval Militia Anniversary Parade in New York

A large Riverside Drive parade celebrated the sixteenth anniversary of New York state naval militia formation. Governor Hughes and Assistant Secretary of the Navy Newhbeory reviewed the ceremony as the West Indian campaign medal, awarded by Congress to the Yankee crew, was formally presented.

Naval Militia New York Riverside Drive Hughes Newhbeory

Look Out For Our Wagon in Roswell Streets

The Superior Refinery Co Independent Refineries operates a tank wagon marked Independent on Roswell streets from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. every working day. Consumers are urged to support the service and stop the wagon to purchase goods, with a call for moral and real support. Phone 412.

Roswell Standard Oil Trust Superior Refinery CO

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Barber I Richards Amarillo Eli Smith J. T. Mitchell Col I. H. Eiott Mrs. Walter Elliott G. Longman Sunnyside Postal Telegraph Company Konekamp Telegraphers’ Union Frisco Million Dollar Irrigation Works Federation OF Miners U. S. Weather Bureau Local Report M. Wright Chamber OF Deputies
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