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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1907
Page
2
Descriptions of daily railroad murders mark a tense period as crime rises. Senator Spooner faces criticism over salary savings while the Eddy case trial promises thrills akin to the Thaw case. The Isville Courier Journal notes a green telegraph operator on a railway creating a macabre scene as troops move in. Courts in Kenneth show strain.
The Reader magazine publishes the first installment of a debate between William J. Bryan and Senator Beveridge on The Nation vs States Rights. The discussion centers on what the new Secretary of the Interior should prove and whether he should butt in on New Mexico broadcasting.
The arbitrators’ decision fully covers all controversy details and the Record finds it a reasonable fair and businesslike settlement of the matter.
The fragment suggests caution about early statements by the new Interior Secretary and hints at fear or tension within the administration. It mentions a governor and an executive dispute implying political stakes and potential fallout.
Editorial compares internal divisions within the Texas party over Bailey to the New Mexico Republicans divided on the Bur sum conspiracy, noting no urging to intervene until Pecos Valley is annexed. The piece highlights partisan rifts and crossborder influence in regional politics.
The passage notes that former grafters hoped for action from Governor Hagerman after Hitchcock’s term, but with the new secretary’s input President Roosevelt has designated additional forest reserves. The move suggests a broader protection of timber sources and resources.
The Roswell Register Tribune quotes the Albuquerque Morning Journal accusing unnamed men of various crimes and praising motives of high patriotism. The remark frames a critique of officials seen as protecting embezzlers and insulting local residents.
James R. Garfield, then Secretary of the Interior, pledges firm support for Governor Hagerman. He vows to back acts in line with Hagerman’s current work to deliver a better and cleaner administration of public affairs.
The Record discusses educators in the Territory favoring a board to select county superintendents but suggests a law imposing qualifications could suffice. It notes possible shortages in some counties while Pecos Valley has qualified candidates. An Albuquerque Journal editorial is published with endorsement but favors a popular election if it achieves educational uplift.
San Juan County Index reports H. B. Holt a Band Wagon leader in the legislature is accused of misappropriating $2,469.75 from New Mexico Agricultural College funds deposited at a Las Cruces bank. Governor Hagerman removed Holt as regent. a civil suit for recovery is pending. The piece notes party rivalry with Abbott Frosty Max Hustled Out Bursum and allies.
The lower house resolution to investigate Governor Hagerman over territorial land sales seems aimed at sowing public suspicion. The text says he has not been guilty of any transaction in this context.
The piece argues investigators may reveal the Governor’s enemies plotting to discredit him while his allies back a resolution. It suggests the Record’s Loomis has knowledge backing his view that the gang’s move will backfire. It adds that lawmakers should focus on needed laws rather than political squabbles in supporting criminals’ relief.
A New Mexico movement led by educators urges taking the county school superintendent office out of politics to improve efficiency. Proponents argue a nonpartisan office would yield competent leadership, better oversight, and a stronger educational system, while opponents claim the plan strips power from the people.
A District No 4 school program at the school house five miles NW of town begins Friday at eight oclock with a basket supper to follow. The program features invocations recitations songs instrumental pieces and a closing address by Mr Nutter with the school performing the closing song Vacation.
Mrs. Carrie Roberts Gage of Hope died at about 26 after a several day illness. She was wife of Hugh M. Gage of Whitaker and Gage and leaves two children, a sister Mrs. J. F. Hinkle, a half sister Ida Roberts of this city, three brothers Lon and Fred Roberts of Otero county and G. T. Roberts of El Paso, Texas. Interment will take place at Hope today.
The Roswell Salvation Army sends off Lieutenant Augusta Swenson and her sister Miss Emily Swenson. They depart this week for Prescott Arizona to lead Salvation Army work there. A farewell service at eight o'clock, led by the sisters, marks their first command after extensive preparation.
Cattle and Sheep auction notes list 2,000 head good stock cattle at 15.50, 1,200 at 13.50, 600 two and three year olds at 18. Sheep prices: 9,200 each at 4.00 for the lot, 6,000 muttons, 2,300 lambs, 900 ewes, twelve months wool. Box 138 Carlsbad N M 412.
Land in artesian belt described as well located is offered for exchange for property in Missouri Kansas or Oklahoma by Carlton and Bell.
Prominent New Mexico citizens urge Texas to annex Roosevelt Chavez Lincoln Eddy and Otero counties. Leader George M. Slaughter of Roswell bank heads push to present to Texas legislature and seek federal approval for the annexation.
Free eye examinations offered by L. B. Boellner Jeweler and Optician. Customers may have tests and consult on vision needs at the store location.
Washington notes today detail civil service exams for positions including Indian service tailors at Fort Shaw Montana earning 660 dollars yearly and geologists in Philippine service at 2000 dollars. Also listed are irrigation managers and farmers for agriculture experiments with 1800 to 2500 annually, plus various public notices and local help wanted ads in Roswell and Duluth.
Various sale items including land scrip, carpenter tools, open woven wire fence, work horse 7 years old 1200 lb price 150, rotary and drop drilling machine, extra good 7 year old horse and fresh milch cows, eighty acres well improved 14 miles from courthouse, fine team 1400 each 11 years old, thoroughbred black Minorca eggs 1.50 for 15, 40 head broke ponies 4-5 years old. Dayton NM Roswell NM Oasis ranch auction items.
Classified brief lists multiple rental offers at 708 N Pecos 313 507 N Mo Ave 413 two rooms furnished or unfurnished 719 N Main St 85tf two first class rooms light housekeeping at Western Grocery Co 2t1 pasture for stock Capitan Hotel inquire 414 no stock on open pasture now pasturage for gramma grass or alfalfa pasture in Capitan area
Legal blanks of all kinds offered for sale at the Record Office with 5 and 10 cent counters mentioned by Makin.
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