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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1908
Page
2
The Roswell Record argues for women serving on school boards, criticizes political tampering in city governance, and calls for better school supervision by skilled leaders. It notes Roswell’s crowded schools, the need for a new high school, and a proposed armory auditorium as a community space.
Several classifieds list a 6 room residence with bath near central Roswell, two furnished light housekeeping rooms at 512 N. Lea, and a business house at 111 Main St just east of Central Ho Deacon Geo. 8. Ramsey, Albuquerque Journal subscription man, visits Roswell while itinerating from Roswell to Carlsbad. Stine Shoe Co. advertises correct styles and prices in footwear.
Classified rental items list two properties offering modern conveniences. A large front room at 719 North Main is available for rent and a furnished house at 128 West is advertised with modern amenities.
A local ad indicates a property sale at 100 North Main Street Hills and Dunns, detailing proving property and payment for the advertisement. The fragmentary notice suggests the sale action is taking place at that address with a payment/approval step.
The Record announces candidates for county offices in Chaves County. Fred J. Beck seeks County Assessor, subject to Democratic primaries or convention. C W Davisson seeks Tax Assessor. F P Gayle for Probate Clerk. Guy H Herbert seeks County Assessor. A R Forsyth for Assessor. James Sutherland seeks County Treasurer, all subject to Democratic primary action.
Local notices announce N. J. Fritz and M. A. Finley as candidates for Commissioner of the Third District, with Jerry Carter listed as a candidate for County Commissioner in the Chaves Democratic primary.
The record authorizes nominee J H McPherson for County Treasurer with the outcome tied to a public decision. Officials note the designation remains subject to voters and requires final confirmation by the electorate.
A notice proclaims J. T. Evans as a candidate for Probate Judge in Chaves County during the upcoming primary election. The filing outlines candidacy details and election jurisdiction for the local contest.
A notice announces Jas W Mullens as a candidate for the Probate Clerk of Chaves. The brief item records the filing and targets the local election audience with formal wording.
Charles C. Hill announces his run for Superintendent of Schools in the Democratic primary. He seeks support from voters and party members to lead the district with educational reform and strong fiscal oversight.
The notice proclaims Charles L. Ballard as a candidate for the office of Sheriff in Chaves County, pending the action of the upcoming county election. It names Ballard as a hopeful in the sheriff race and indicates the election timing remains to be decided.
W H Cosgrove is announced as a candidate for the office of City Clerk of Roswell at the city convention. The nomination is subject to the action of the Democratic city convention.
Local government note indicates the County Commissioner of the Second District faces forthcoming action by the board. Details on the proceeding and involved parties are not provided in the fragment.
B H Wixon of Hagerman spent yesterday in town for a short visit. He provided the local phone number 9 for transfer services.
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