This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 35 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1907
Page
2
In Santa Fe the cave dwellers press harsh accusations about corruption and propaganda. The editorial organ defends its stance arguing publicity exposes business and politics while urging rivals to increase advertising to outpace competition.
The piece argues that old fashioned legislative methods persist in Salita Fe, now likened to a band wagon converted into an ambulance to haul crippled grafters. The imagery contrasts antiquated processes with modern reform needs.
A secret probe explores a land deal involving the Pennsylvania Development Company amid a backdrop of cave dwellers preferring darkness to light. Investigators seek details on ownership, valuation, and possible conflicts. Authorities urge transparency as questions about timing and parties emerge.
Commentator criticizes destroying books despite distaste for the exposed truths. The remark frames a debate over cultural preservation and censorship amplified by the turning on of new light.
The fortresses of the New Mexico cave dwellers are falling one by one as the searchlight of publicity drives out the defenders of the old grafters system.
The speaker notes that without legislation there is some comfort in cave dwellers’ efforts to boost Democratic voter participation, suggesting grassroots activity to support voting in a restrictive political climate.
The Record predicts that very few Territorial council members will be bought with bribes prepared for them by cave dwelling groups in the lower section.
A remark suggests that minor delays on rail lines are preferable to rushing into eternity without a return ticket. The line frames travel delay as trivial compared to irreversible fate.
The passage urges protecting the records of cave dwelling lawmakers and ending the burning of books, stressing preservation of government history for posterity. It frames curiosity as a civic duty and warns against erasing historical governance evidence.
A cave dwelling colonel boasts cunning plans as a chip turns over exposing bugs. Some allies fear the light and may falter when the change happens, while others loom ready to adapt under new conditions.
A fragmented note claims the omnibus bill concept originated in Washington via Delegate Ans. The text mocks cave dwellers clinging to primitive tools like stone jax and sluagshot, implying outmoded thinking.
The piece mocks attempts to attach objectionable measures to appropriation bills and warns that New Mexico lawmakers face a coming corrective for such tactics. The tone critiques graft and political maneuvering.
The text portrays Mr. Spiess mocking Mr. Holt the lower house party leader as Holt’s bid for the Republican delegate to Congress is deemed a dead end. The scene focuses on political infighting and leadership jockeying.
The author argues the Territory needs a new legislature elected in 1908 to serve public interests and avoid petty politicians and childish quarrels. The text urges voters to choose capable representatives.
The New Mexican received a long telegram from Delegate Andrews denying an interview with Secretary Garfield about the administration backing Governor Hagerman but printed only a brief general denial attributed to a correspondent named Bond.
The article notes the old cave dweller era shifting as the New Mexico capital experiences political activity amid a metaphorical buzz of insects and an ancient buzzard hovering above.
Entomologists will remain interested in the history of past legislatures as they study how data, context, and records influence understanding of governance and natural history collaborations.
The Baton Range letter argues that war talk distracts from needed home legislation and urges elected officials to honor promises. The writer notes a gap between public sentiment and official action, suggesting cave dwellers influence editorials.
The speaker reflects on how to endure disliked people and value true friends. He urges sincerity and warns that a single loyal friend is worth more than many sycophants. He notes the need to meet friends one at a time and avoid praising others in their presence.
Elmer E. Studley introduced House Bill No 156 on March 1 1907 to define terms of court and for other purposes. The measure was read the first and second times by title and referred to the Judiciary Committee for study and printing.
A Denver Republican excerpt quotes Mrs. Gans urging her son the colored boxer to keep stepping in the New Year. The verse advises constant effort whether in failure or success and cautions against idleness, urging perseverance in sport and life.
The National Flower Show opened in Washington today under the American Rose Society and the Washington Florists' Club. Flower growers from the United States and Canada entered exhibits with representatives from nearly every state and province. The show features fine plant and flower specimens and will award valuable prizes. If successful, it may become an annual event alongside the American Rose Society convention, with hours extending to Friday evening.
E. E. Hilderbrand is expected home tonight after a journey to Louisiana with a group of horses and a cast of muses.
Enactment clarifies terms for court sessions and jury trials. Sets deadlines for new trial motions, extends time limits with court extension, and details stenographer reference requirements. Amends juror qualifications, jury box procedures, and proportional jury commissioner selections. Requires separate findings of fact in civil cases and notes appealability to the supreme court. Takes effect after passage.
A compact roundup of brief items from diverse U.S. locales. Readers get quick notes on local developments, incidents, and updates across multiple communities.
At the Philadelphia convention on July 15 plans will seek to protect the animals from rapid extermination. A western states movement is under way with judge Henry Melvin backing it and likely to win broad support from Elks nationwide.
The act introduces rules for school district levies remaining until renewed, requires County School Superintendents to hold First Grade Certificates, aligns their election with School Directors from 1908, allows teacher certificate exams on multiple dates, sets a $1 exam fee, permits forming new districts with signers’ majority, and repeals conflicting laws.
House Bill No. 116 titled an act providing for the registration of all births and deaths and for other purposes introduces by N. V. Gallegos on February 25, 1907. The measure calls for official birth and death records and related provisions as part of state administration.
Readied for the Los Angeles San Francisco race with Captain H D Ryas and E P Brinegar, using a Pope Hartford and an Oldsmobile. Start at 4 30 tomorrow from Broadway and 4th, finish at Twelfth and Broadway Oakland with $3000 a side and heavy wagers. The event marks a resumption of the LA San Francisco rivalry post earthquake.
House Bill 121 proposes an amendment to Section 2 of Chapter 51 of the 1906 acts to adjust the Bove and Quail Season. The measure seeks updated timing and regulations affecting hunting seasons under New Mexico law.
Introduced by H. B. Holt on February 25, 1907 the measure was read first and second times by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary for translation printing and further action.
Legal blanks of all kinds are available for purchase at the Record Office. Officials announce a stock of forms, templates, and notices suitable for public and private use. Staff indicate variety includes standard deeds, affidavits, and court forms.
The act approved March 13 1905 in New Mexico is amended to extend hunting periods for turtle dove and native quail. It also allows precinct level petitions signed by 25 residents to extend quail hunting by two months. The act repeals prior provisions and takes effect upon passage.
The 37th Legislative Assembly considers House Bill No. 110 to amend Section 4137 of the 1897 Compiled Laws, allowing manufacture and sale without license on premises where produced in certain quantities, repealing conflicting acts, with note of passage March 12, 1907 and a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox included in the record.
J F Patterson displays an attractive storefront sign welcoming visitors during the cattlemen's convention, serving as a model for local merchants.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.