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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1907
Page
1
Senate approves a 25 040 bond issue to finance erecting a new classroom building and converting the present hall into barracks at the Institute. The measure, tied to the Hinkle bill, awaits full enactment and triggers land sales to fund construction and improvements at Roswell area education facilities.
Introduced by Hon. Price Waiters on February 19, 1907 the act aims to inspect bees and establish the Office of Inspector of Bees. The measure was read twice, ordered translated and printed, and referred to the Committee on Territorial Affairs.
Beekeepers petition five residents to allege Four Brood disease, prompting county board action to appoint a precinct bee inspector. Appointee must file acceptance within five days, hold office at the board's pleasure, and be replaced if needed. All beekeepers must report Foul Brood and face fines for noncompliance.
Omaha Neb March 1 a meeting of stock men from Nebraska Wyoming and Colorado is called for Cheyenne March 7 with Union Pacific representatives to agree on a stock train speed schedule. Shippers would pay higher transportation charges to increase train speed amid delays. Hundreds of stockmen expected.
Washington March 1 The house passed a bill naming B. O. Mahaffey of Texas as second lieutenant in the army. Mahaffey was dismissed from the Military Academy in 1901 for insubordination but later career noted as especially worthy in the committee report.
Local Roswell New Mexico report notes maximum 62 and minimum 34 degrees with a mean of 48. Precipitation 0.00 inches. Winds northwest at 10 mph. Forecast calls for fair, warmer conditions tonight and Saturday in Roswell and vicinity.
Western railroads prepare court action to restrain state two cent per mile passenger fares as plans to limit costs face heavy losses. Attorneys from major lines met in Chicago to challenge enforcement while citing safety and financial impacts. The column notes death claims and mocks Bryan’s idea of charging for survivors.
A construction train wreck on the Salt Lake railroad near Leith Nevada killed one man instantly and two others who died later, with about forty injured. Most victims are Greeks.
A destructive tornado hit Washington Arkansas last night nearly wiping the town out. Reports say two Black residents were killed and several injured as the Presbyterian and Episcopal churches fell. All wires are down and conditions hinder rescue efforts.
A heavy rain turned to sleet and then ice covering Des Moines. Streetcar traffic halted, wires down, railroads delayed due to the storm.
The Kuykendall Mining and Milling Company held its annual election of directors. Fred J. Ehrhart George O. Meisner A L W Nilsson R M Wright and J Odd Hamilton were chosen to manage the company for the coming year. George O Meisner named president A L W Nilsson vice president R M Wright secretary and treasurer indicated. Orange Day in California Los Angeles March 1 orange day movement gains favor among southern California growers who donate fruit for auction to fund the project.
Omaha March 1 report states the Tenth Cavalry began moving from Nebraska forts to San Francisco for service in the Philippines. Departure was delayed from February 25 to allow use of lower colonist rates on Pacific-coast travel.
James E. Springer of Edwardsville was sworn in today as warden succeeding General James B. Smith at the southern Illinois penitentiary in Chester March 1.
The Imperial Navy cruisers Chitos e and Tsukuba commanded by Vice Admiral Ijuan sailed for America today to attend the Jamestown Exposition in Virginia.
Tom Rynning, a former Rough Rider and ex captain of the rangers, was appointed superintendent of the Arizona Territorial prison today. He received the post on the personal request of President Roosevelt.
Waco March 1 Frank M Ma bey a noted banker from McGregor Texas pled guilty to embezzlement and misappropriation of funds from the National Bank and received the minimum five year term at Leavenworth penitentiary.
On March 1 Welsh citizens in New York observe St David's Day with a general celebration. The New York Welsh-American Society plans a grand banquet this evening where prominent Welsh expatriates will deliver addresses.
Roswell Nurseries owned by R. F. Cruse reports selling over 15,000 trees this spring. The grower notes his stock withstood last fall's freeze and advertises wagon load sales daily.
A social gathering titled A Good Time. invites all to attend the Measuring Party this evening with all guests welcome.
Elva Cahoon of Chrisney Indiana arrived yesterday and is a guest at the Shelby hotel while tending business interests in Roswell. He will stay several days.
The Accounts Council approved a bill intended to provide relief to José Antonio Bursum and support his financial needs. The measure outlines funding channels and oversight provisions to ensure aid reaches the recipient. Observers noted potential implications for related municipal programs and funding allocations.
Santa Fe reports a lively session with Cameron and Spiess clashing on Council Bill No. 65 to settle public officer accounts. The council passed an amended version eleven to one, while other measures including an appropriation for the Military Institute and a $100,000 capitol addition moved forward amid party tension and talk of veto risk.
Two year data from Roswell New Mexico weather station listing mean temperature 52 and 1905 warmest 53, 1906 coldest 50. Highest 83 on March 26 1905 and lowest 18 on March 3 1906. Precipitation 1.60 inches, greatest 2.95 inches in 1905, snowfall 2.5 inches on March 1 1905, prevailing southerly winds.
The Albuquerque Journal laments a newspaper urging people to bow to dishonesty to win what they claim as their rights, a view it says corrupts American manhood and will be resented by decent citizens.
George W. Cazier, former Shelby Hotel landlord, departed yesterday for a three week visit to St. Louis and other Missouri locales.
The notice invites attendees to a measuring party this evening at the M. E. Church beginning at 8 o clock. No further details are provided.
The house rejected a subsidy measure by a 154 to 161 vote. The bill would have granted subsidies to corporations, but failed to secure enough votes.
Sylvester R. Rush of Omaha was named assistant U S Attorney General under Moody to lead prosecutions of public land frauds nationwide. In New Mexico, hearings continued in the Lost Bullion Mines case as defense counsel requested more time.
The Supreme Court affirmed the lower court in Tom Davenport versus the City of Roswell. Davenport sought 10000 in damages for a broken sidewalk, the lower court awarded 2000, and the city’s appeal leaves that verdict standing. Gatewood also notes reversals in two other cases and related matters.
A measuring party is scheduled for tonight at the M. E. Church South. It invites attendees to participate in a community event at the church.
In Wallace Idaho on March 1 Judge Wood overruled the state's bid to recall Mrs. Arthur Phillips and reopen the Adams murder case. The disputed testimony would place the shooting on August 7, a day earlier than the state claimed, potentially altering the alibi and prosecutorial timeline. The defense maintains a strong August 10 alibi.
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