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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1907
Page
2
Reports from Santa Fe describe covert intimidation and harsh pressure over public land matters. The piece cites calls for thorough open-door investigations, noting political exposure of Delegate Andrews and criticisms of Nebraska railroad rate reductions benefiting the public.
The text suggests that Att orney General Reid might be required for a secret probe of the Governor and questions whether his involvement would spook the group. It notes the potential necessity and possible reaction of those involved.
The article questions whether the U S Interior Department has a role in investigating public land issues and whether the lower house of the legislature considered such involvement. It notes this possibility as a matter of debate or uncertainty.
The text hints President Roosevelt may take interest in the probe of the man he appointed as Governor of New Mexico.
The council and house battle heats as the tax bill tally shows no major laws will pass while the so called solid seventeen blocks legislation. The confrontation signals a prolonged stalemate in the capital.
A reader laments the Pecos Valley Lines for slow speeds during wrecks and long station delays, implying the railroad’s safety or reliability shortcomings and extended train loss times.
The article portrays District Attorney Jerome under scrutiny amid political turmoil linked to editors of the Santa Fe New Mexican and other local figures. The heated debate mirrors broader tensions in New Mexico politics and ethical contention facing officials.
Secretary Garfield argues the Republicans cannot allow corrupt figures to stay in charge and believes Democrats have little to fear in the current situation.
Colonel Frost denounces the preaca as weak and easily deceived. He previously warned opinions should have stayed private until the fake gambling bill passed, signaling political maneuvering amid the controversy.
The Pecos Valley enjoys sunny skies and abundant artesian wells. The Hondo reservoir is ready for business and spring flowers bloom. The legislature cannot harm fruit and alfalfa crops according to local notes.
A political remark asserts the old Santa Fe group resists a Democratic label and challenges the Republican party to prove the drafters are not Republicans. It frames intra party alignment and accountability without naming individuals or dates.
Democratic assembly members from the Pecos Valley stay neutral toward praise for Colonel Frost. They do not align with either Republican faction and will assess all measures strictly on their merits.
The quotation argues that if Bursum and his followers form the Republican party in New Mexico the party should be wrecked. It adds that Governor Hager man is working against the party’s interests and deserves support from Democrats and Honest Republicans.
The Record notes daily expenses to obtain Santa Fe material average six dollars, while readers pay five cents a week. It promises graphic news from around the world and all local openings.
The solid seventeen take the number position in the probe. They opposed the Governor's supporters endorsement of the resolution and now fear to push the inquiry openly, insisting on closed doors.
The New Mexican criticizes the controversy between Reid and Lea. One side blames the Daily Record while the other accuses Colonel Frost, and the Parson senses it’s a moment for two prominent papers to retreat from the fray.
Santa Fe observers warn that the governor may fracture the state Republican Party, stirring concern across party ranks as internal tensions heat up and potential realignments loom.
The speaker argues the old organization cannot reform while its leaders remain. calls to dissolve it and let Democrats restore good government. It notes Bursum burned part of the books and warns that destroying or mutilating documents bars secondary evidence and sours public trust.
The Roswell Record notes no precinct in the proposed Artesia county district voted Republican last fall by at least two to one. It argues Artesia county seems unnecessary from a GOP view given existing Democratic counties. The piece hints Pecos Valley counties may be annexed later.
The Santa Fe New Mexican backs immediate passage of the Spiess measure, higher liquor license fees, and a prohibition on licenses in towns under 200 residents, urging the territory’s assembly to heed public demand though critics doubt sincerity.
The essay extols the lure of travel from city to country and desert as a test of character. It argues solo time with nature builds self reliance and practical skills like fire making and knot tying, citing Kipling’s Feet of the Young Men as a benchmark for primitive emotion guiding modern life.
The article extols the Anglo-Saxon as a restless wanderer who spread English civilization through exploration. It praises liberty and discovery, citing journeys by sea, snow, and wilderness, urging the younger generation to go and return to keep alive the tradition of freedom.
House Bill 103 proposes an act to ban expectoration on sidewalks and public places in cities towns and villages within the New Mexico Territory. Introduced by H. B Holt on February 18 1907 the measure was read twice ordered translated printed and referred to the Committee on Territorial Affairs.
Territorial law bans spitting on public sidewalks and in crowded places. It requires tuberculosis patients to spit into cups, and mandates disinfection of spaces used by patients by health officers or city physicians. Violators face fines or jail, informants receive half the fine, and conflicting acts are repealed.
Stock cattle offered at 15.50 for 2000 head and 13.50 for 1200 head. 600 two and three year olds at 18.00. Sheep include 9200 head at 4.00 each for the lot 6000 muttons 2300 lambs 900 ewes twelve months woolen. Box 138 Carlsbad New Mexico. 412
Carlton & Bell advertise a land exchange offer, describing well located artesian belt property for trade for real estate in Missouri, Kansas or Oklahoma.
A historical weather summary lists atmospheric pressure mean 30.02 inches highest 30.41 on date 10 and lowest 29.54 on date 27. Temperature shows highest 77 on date 9 and lowest 19 on date 4 with a daily range of 54 on date 9. Precipitation totals for the month are 00 with 2.62 inches in 1905, 0.47 in 1906, and 0.00 in 1907. Wind dominated by south direction with total 4477 miles and max gust 38 mph from northwest on the 18th. Weather days: 15 clear, 10 partly cloudy, 3 cloudy. 0 days with >=0.01 inch precipitation. M. Wright, Official in Charge.
Local jeweler and optician L. B. Boellner announces free eye testing services. The notice highlights no charge for exams and invites residents to visit his shop for vision screening and optical consultations.
House Resolution No 7 calls for a committee to probe alleged unlawful disposal and sale of Territorial lands by Governor Hagerman. It cites an act of Congress from 1898 restricting sales and alleges Hagerman acted without the Commissioner of Public Lands, conveying seven thousand acres to Pennsylvania Development Co and seizing the official seal during the Commissioner's absence.
A report alleges that when deeds were sealed and delivered the Governor accepted a large check payable to him for the land purchase. He endorsed it to the Commissioner of Public Lands, who reportedly refused to disburse proceeds to territorial institutions and kept the funds on deposit claiming the lands were disposed of contrary to law.
A string of classified notices lists items for sale including land scrip from W G Skillman, carpenter tools, alfalfa seed from Chas Doty near Roswell, open woven wire fence, a work horse from T E Thompson, drilling machinery from Oasis Ranch, eighty acres near the courthouse offered by Carlton & Bell, Thoroughbred Minorca eggs from McClenny Farm, and forty head of ponies available through J C Wilson in Dayton NM and Cooper & Millce in Roswell.
For rent two unfurnished rooms at 708 N Pecos and two rooms, furnished or unfurnished, at 507 N Missouri Ave. Also large sunny room for two with board at 719 N Main St. Inquire Capitan Hotel about pasture for stock with grass or alfalfa on open pasture now.
Wanted experienced irrigator at Slaughter Farm and plain sewing at Mrs Godby 704 W Hendricks St An experienced sales lady needed at Morrison Bros Store Inexperienced need not apply Also a medium priced buggy horse wanted One mile of second hand barb wire and posts wanted Houses for rent and sale Call Miss Nell R Moore American Nat Bank and a good salesman and collector wanted at 110 S Main
The Thirty-seventh Legislative Assembly directs a five member committee to probe alleged unlawful acts by the Governor. The panel may issue subpoenas, administer oaths, and gather testimony to prepare a full report with recommendations for the House.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles announce a ball and supper in Gaulheur Hall on Thursday evening March 7, 1907 at 8 30 o clock All Eagles invited Admission one dollar per couple Committee members J C Gilbert J O M Caldwell Joe Mills lead the event with a salesmanship tone and community notice
Notice announces tree planters at a shop on South Main Street offering apples plums pears cherries shade trees and roses with installment terms. Also advertises loans on improved Pecos Valley real estate at low rates with full particulars to Box 76 care Record Roswell New Mexico.
Tokio reports plans for government ownership of all coal mines in the empire including Korea and Manchuria. Principal collieries will soon be under officials control. The Poo Bun mines have already been taken over. Mining engineers warn the coal supply may last about fifty years.
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