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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1907
Page
2
The report critiques the omibus bill and legislative stalemate as cave dwellers in Santa Fe resist changes. It notes majority weakness against minority, calls for anti gambling action, and mentions Mullens artesian well passage in both houses.
The Record anticipates the bill’s signing by the Governor and becoming law. It notes Mullens and Cameron benefit and expects railroad resistance to back public ownership and Bryan’s election, arguing the line has arrived for government control.
The Kansas conference of the Methodist Episcopal church adopted a resolution denouncing the state senate and demanding their relegation to everlasting political obscurity. It warned that if clergymen do not curb activity railroads may revoke half fare permits.
The text argues that replacing graft ridden government is essential and advocates electing a Democratic or independent legislature in 1908 to ensure honest governance. It emphasizes a public call for reforms and new leadership.
The next congress is expected to debate creating a commission to govern the newly acquired territory rather than passing a single statehood bill for New Mexico. The move reflects a phased approach to organizing administration and representation in the region.
The piece notes the New Mexico lower house majority may echo Kansas railroad senators by declaring a retirement from politics. The Kansas City Times argues this would abuse voters who feel entitled to one more chance at them under the political rules.
The text argues federal supervisory power over New Mexico should remain until voters elect a Democratic independent legislature. It notes past GOP graft in Bernalillo County was cleaned out by Democrats and independent Republicans, and suggests hope for reform beyond Boss-ridden areas.
A cross occupation alliance of an ant manufacturer, farmer, mechanic, laboring man, and other United States workers forms to enable railroads to purchase labor and materials at twenty percent cheaper, signaling a bid for lower sourcing costs.
A Kansas report recounts a farmer hiring an Irishman to capture a rogue bull alive. The tale mirrors calls to remove Robert Bacon from the New Mexico governorship, tying the Thaw era scandal to Washington reforms and high-level friendship with President Roosevelt.
A large attractive drawing shows the planned appearance of the remodeled Christian church. The illustration in Pecos Valley Drug Co window was prepared by J. M. Nelson & Son architects to convey the mission style and final look.
Legal blanks of all kinds are offered for purchase at the Record Office. Orders may be placed for standard forms and custom templates to meet filing and documentation needs.
The text contrasts New Mexico gamblers as pikers with Wall Street gamblers who trigger panics that hurt honest merchants. It argues that the American people will demand abolition of gambling joints endangering the nation.
The Secret Service reports many complaints of men posing as U S detectives with badges labeled U S Detective. Badges are produced by a candy company and given with nickel candy packs. While wearing the badges is not illegal, impersonators will be severely dealt with.
Hartford March 14 suffragists from across the state gathered as the House of Representatives granted a hearing on the woman suffrage bill. Prominent women addressed lawmakers in favor of the measure and state support for higher education for women. The suffrage campaign is broad and hopeful for success.
Atlanta March 15 W W Finley president of the Southern railway will be principal speaker at the Atlanta chamber of commerce annual meeting at the Piedmont notes this evening He will be accompanied by B F Smith for the opening program and arrangements include contact at phone 1767tf
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