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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1907
Page
2
Entry dated May 19 1908 in Roswell New Mexico outlines subscription options under congressional Act. Rates shown include daily, weekly, monthly and annual terms with in advance payment.
The piece portrays a heated debate over possible Pecos Valley secession from New Mexico to Texas. It criticizes accounts of burned books and arithmetic disputes while noting partisan shifts around a proposed compromise as the region faces dramatic political realignment.
The note suggests broad support for annexing Pecos Valley to Texas if Governor Hagerman agrees to join the effort. It mentions potential alignment with the governor to advance the plan.
In a discussion echoed across factions, the Pecos Valley proposal to carve the territory into divisions prompts sharp questions about political aims and representation. Supporters tout efficiency while critics warn of unequal influence and fragmented communities.
A week hence a Republican or will arrive by freight denying any danger of Pecos Valley annexation to Texas while the same day another event is planned to keep the town busy for another week.
Seven hundred Taos county residents sign a petition to the legislature urging swift passage of the Ruppe anti-gambling bill. The petition states the people of Taos county are almost united in support of gambling suppression.
Representative Hudspeth pushes provocative resolutions aimed at stirring debate against the old political group. His motions are routinely tabled, but newspaper publication ensures the issues linger and may influence the upcoming election.
Repetitive Mullens of Roswell, noted by an Albuquerque Journal correspondent, sought excusal from voting on the employee pay resolution but faced objection and ultimately voted for it. He said the money should be spent and they should go home.
Santa note reports the House majority plotting a harpoon attempt against Representative Hudspeth since the session began. Hudspeth, seen as the brightest in the chamber, speaks little but his words undress the leaders, stirring whispers and anger among the bloc.
The article mocks Councilman Cameron and his substitute bill for electing prosecuting attorneys in each county. It argues the plan would create three offices from one and shift appointing power to the governor until the next election, noting partisan considerations and political maneuvering.
The Texico Democrat critiques the current legislature for inaction on railroad rate reform. It says passenger fares of four to six cents per mile are excessive, notes other states passing two cent fare bills, and accuses local lawmakers of stalling to preserve entrenched interests while opposing the Governor’s clean administration.
The Kansas City Times notes Roosevelt aims to redeem the Republican party from corporation influence. It asserts his power over the people does not depend on his presidency, saying he has served well from the office while highlighting his ties to New York.
The piece argues Roosevelt could be an effective public servant in the Senate after his presidency. It asserts electoral support from New Yorkers would ensure his election, critiques corporate influence, and praises the enduring political influence of Roosevelt and allies like LaFollette and Bryan as a counter to graft and special privilege.
The Albuquerque Journal editorial highlights threats by Bursum’s political machine against the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. It notes the Daily Citizen’s call to align with Bursum to shield the machine and preserve university support, likening the stance to craven politics and machine power in the legislature.
The piece denounces a powerful boss and the Bernalillo county machine, arguing the legislature repeatedly serves the machine by raising fees and taxes. It criticizes the Daily Citizen for urging county representation to sell out for the boss’s favor, now futile to obtain any reward. It calls for rejecting truckling to past dominants and defends the people’s straightward stance.
An act to amend section 7 chapter 60 of the 1897 acts. Provides for depositories of county funds under the county treasurer and for the payment of interest thereon. Introduced by E. C. Abbott January 28, 1907. Read by title and referred to Finance.
Legislative act amends section 7 of chapter 60 to make county treasurers ex officio collectors with bonded duties. It requires daily deposits to a county bank chosen by the Board of Commissioners with a public bidding process, interest minimums, and procedures when only one bank exists in a county.
The document outlines the creation of a depository for lands and bank deposit requirements with bond security, sets four percent compensation for treasurers and ex officio county collectors, and requires duplicate receipts with records filed and kept. It also repeals conflicting acts and states the act takes effect upon passage.
Roswell meetings discuss forming a Carlsbad to Pecos auto stage and mail line to improve connections with the T P. Led by Mayor Jas W Stockard, the venture targets pay. Eddy county guarantees right of way and promoters expect strong passenger and mail business.
Washington March 1 The interstate commerce commission announced new rules for governing freight and passenger tariffs. The regulations require detailed tariff contents including tables indexes and lists of stations carriers and explanatory notes. Critics say the rules are onerous and may curb railroad discretion but supporters expect better rate transparency and reduced discrimination.
Senor Don Joaquin Walker Martinez, Chilean minister at Washington for five years, is favored for appointment as ambassador. He also serves as Chilean minister to Mexico and spends part of each year in Mexico City. A former Chilean cabinet member and Pan American congress delegate, he began as minister of finance then war.
Carlton and Bell offer artesian belt land in exchange for Missouri Kansas or Oklahoma property. W P Lewis Hardware Co advertises moving into new store with seasonable items to clear, call Friday or Saturday. Majestic show tonight with 10 cent figures and buggy painting with B F Smith. Phone 175.
Washington March 1 banquets have been held and more planned in honor of the retiring congressmen nicknamed the dead ducks. Many senators and representatives, fixtures in Washington, will retire at noon next Monday. The Capitol society offers a farewell and a heartfelt parting speech to the departing public figures.
Classified notice urging readers to apply for loans on improved Pecos Valley real estate with full particulars sent to Box 76 care Record Roswell New Mexico 04130.
Multiple local ads offer a horse and buggy for sale at 311 W Tilden two or six. three to four miles open woven wire fence via Oasis Ranch. rotary and drop drilling machine. eighty acres well improved near the courthouse at a bargain. seven room house with barn close in and a bargain with contact C F care of Record.
Classified rental note offering a large sunny two person room with board at 719 North Main Street and four small furnished rooms for light housekeeping with a different contact phone number 411.
Short classifieds seek a 15 year old to work and study, a reliable man as salesman and collector, a saleswoman with alterations in Carlsbad, a traveler for a Mercantile House offering $1000 weekly equivalent, and Jos Alexander seeking territory work with home as HQ in Roswell New Mexico.
Lost A Scotch Collie pup yellow in color return to A. C. and receive reward. Lost black overcoat on road northeast or south of town leave at Capitan Hotel for reward. J. W. Fisher.
Notice references the matter of S. E. Russ Junior in the Chaves County Probate Court. Advertisement promotes Dr Shoop health coffee sold by Joyce Pruit Co as a health product for those seeking to improve or regain health.
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