Roswell railroad pledge sparks local feud in Roswell
The Roswell controversy centers on Delegate Andrews promising a Torrance to Roswell railroad if elected, while critics from the copperhead press charge him with broken pledges. Roswell townsfolk demand a railroad as the rightful reward and accuse the local Record of slander. Meanwhile, political chatter touches Albuquerque and Artesia. Local notices follow with names of residents and business ads.
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Roswell
Andrews
Torrance
Roosevelt era nominating scene in London Times
The London Times hails Judge Taft’s nomination as Roosevelt’s great victory while noting a slip in memory about San Juan. The Dallas News reports Roosevelt Republicans endorse Andrews for a congressional delegate but Democratic view casts doubt. Roswell needs another railroad and cannot wait for delegation.
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Roosevelt
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San Juan
Dallas News
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Andrews
Congress
Roswell and Chaves County Urged to Support Albuquerque Irrigation Congress
The Record urges Roswell and Chaves County to participate in the Albuquerque Irrigation Congress this fall. It notes committees are appointed but little progress has been made and calls for immediate action to present a creditable display and contribute to the event.
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Chaves County
Irrigation Congress
Albuquerque
Arizona voter apathy urged to focus on Phoenix area
A fragment argues that Arizonans should invest little effort in the presidential election, noting no influence on the outcome and urging focus on Phoenix and the Salt River valley while the rest of the country proceeds. The text reflects local civic concern amid uncertain national results.
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Phoenix
Salt River Valley
Promise to extend Santa Fe Central to Roswell
A four year old pledge by Andrews to extend the Santa Fe Central to Roswell is cited while voices urge pursuing other directions. A young Indiana man seeks permission to erect 14 bronze tablets with the Tisai Commandments on his town square as the Let Us Alone movement spreads. The Santa Fe Sleepy Mexical tale questions vote truth in Democracy. The Chicago convention platform repeats support for New Mexico statehood, noting Republican resistance.
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Santa Fe Sleepy Mexican Delivers Mild Humor
Under the head YELLOW SHEET SLANDERS WILL NOT COUNT the Santa Fe Sleepy Mexican offers a brief, witty vent in a mild humorous spurts. The snippet hints at satire and the piece likely mocks sensational reporting while maintaining light tone.
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