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Newspaper

Roswell Daily Record

Location

Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1907

Page

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Corner Stone Laying of Roswell Baptist Church by Masons

In Roswell on Sunday at three o clock the corner stone of the new Roswell Baptist Church at Fifth Street and Pennsylvania Avenue was laid with Masonic rites and a Philharmonic band. Rev H F Vermillion delivered the address after E A Cahoon Grand Master presided amid a large crowd and symbolic ceremonies marking the stone laying and archives placement.

New Roswell Baptist Church Fifth Street Pennsylvania Avenue Knights/Templar Philharmonic Masons H. F. Vermillion George R. Varney Almagordo New Mexico Baptist Convention E. A. Cahoon Masons of New Mexico C. ©. Hill Frank Divers J. M. Nelson Robert Kellahin James Hamilton Kellahin Jaffa Mr. Hamilton Cahoon Hill Baptist

Committee condemns Hagerman over land fraud allegations

A Santa Fe special report states a committee found Governor Hagerman illegally aided the Pennsylvania Development Co. by delivering deeds for seven thousand acres at three dollars per acre and forging the official seal. It urges suit to set aside the deeds and return funds to public institutions.

Commissioner of Public Lands Santa Fe N. M Pennsylvania Development Company A. A. Keen Public Lands Frank W. Sharon W. S. Hopewell Reid M. O. Llewellyn H. J. Hagerman New Mexico Pennsylvania Development Co Manzano Mountains Torrance County Hopewell Interior Department Commis Board of Public Lands Lot New 3 New Mewnico

New Mexico Council Bars County Division Schemes

Santa Fe March 13 The New Mexico Council voted 9 to 3 to halt all county division schemes this session effectively killing the Artesia county plan. The body also passed a bill exempts druggists and dentists from jury duty and House Bill No 159 the irrigation act.

Daily Record Santa Fe N. M Artesia

Roswell Trading Co Passes to New Owners

Lisle B. Tannehill and Charles Tannehill bought the stock of Chas. L. Stone and W. R. Clements in the Roswell Trading Company last week. Stone left for Chickasha I T. The new firm, under Charles Tannehill and E. K. Hildebrand, will operate at the old stand dealing in hides hay grain coal horses wagons posts and related goods.

Roswell Trading CO Lisle B. Tannehill Charles Tannehill Chas. L. Stone W. R. Clements Roswell Trading Company Mr. Stone Chickasha I. T E. K. Hildebrand J .W J. E. Rhea L. B E. E. Hildebrand

When Reuben Came to Town by Reuben Glue Dramatic Company

The Reuben Glue Dramatic Company under Geo M Noble gave three entertainments in the city Monday Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Large audiences enjoyed the show with Fred C Frink as Reuben Glue receiving repeated acclaim. The Plainview Herald notes the rarity of such theatre locally and welcomes its return.

Reuben Reuben Glue Dramatic Company Geo. M. Noble Fred C. Frink Reuben Glue Plainview Herald Plainview Texas

Remodeling the Christian Church Bid Notice

Notice to Contractors bids remodeling the Christian Church per plans filed at our office due March 25 1907. Bidders must attach a $200 certified check payable to Rev C Hill to guarantee contract entry and bond within ten days of award. Owner reserves right to reject all bids. March 16 1907 J M Nelson & Son Architects.

Christian Church

Roswell Weather Report for March 18

U. S. Weather Bureau Roswell official notes temperature 85 max 44 min mean 64 with no precipitation and light east wind. Forecast calls for generally fair conditions tonight and Tuesday with stationary temperatures.

Roswell N. M M. Wright

Alleged Confession Proves to Be a Fake

Washington reports that a Galveston paper printed a supposed confession by Gray, a discharged soldier, which officials call a fake. Senator Foraker plans to subpoena the Galveston News editor for comment as Brownsville affair probes continue.

Galveston Dispatch Major Blocksom Foraker Gray Ruef San Francisco Mar Abraham Ruef Dunne Washington Committee On Brownsville Taft San Antonio Texas U. S. Army D. C Blogeson May Galveston News

Reuben Glue Dramatic Company Arrives in Roswell

George M. Noble and a dozen players of the Reuben Glue Dramatic Company reached Roswell Sunday morning. They will perform three nights at the Majestic using their own scenery and effects, with theatre goers anticipating a fine showing.

Reuben Glue George M. Noble Reuben Glue Dramatic Company Roswell The Majestic

Paul J Garrett dies at 24 in East Fifth Street tent house

Paul J Garrett aged 24 died this morning at 10 in a tent house on East Fifth Street after being brought from Springfield Ohio for tuberculosis care. His brother R J Garrett a contractor is the only relative in the community and will remain in Roswell. funeral is tomorrow at Ulery undertaking rooms with Rev Joan Murray officiating and burial in South Side Cemetery.

Paul J. Garrett East Fifth Street Springfield Ohio R. J. Garrett Ulery Undertaking Rooms Joan Murray South Side Roswell

Citizen Officer of Inspection at Military Institute Parade

W. G. Hamilton inspected the battalion at the Military Institute Sunday afternoon in a parade noted for military precision. The Institute asked all citizens to remove hats when the colors are lowered.

W. G. Hamilton The Military Institute Institute

Mrs Terwilliger Leaves Roswell for Denver Visit

Mrs George Terwilliger of DeKalb Illinois has been visiting her son P S Terwilliger in Artesia and stayed with Lee Cass and family in Roswell. She left Sunday morning for Denver Colorado to visit.

George Terwilliger DeKalb Illinois P. S. Terwilliger Artesia Lee Cass Roswell Denver Colorado

Roswell Town Team Beats Roswell Mexicans in Practice Game

Roswell town team defeated the Roswell Mexicans 9 to 7 in a Sunday afternoon baseball practice at the Chihuahua addition diamond. The locals showed stronger batting and defense to secure the win.

Roswell Chihuahua Addition Diamond

Cadet Dance by Orchestra at Military Institute Saturday

The orchestra hosted an informal Saturday night dance for cadets at the Military Institute. Attendees found the event enjoyable and relaxed, with a light atmosphere and music enjoyed by all present.

the Military Institute

Lake Arthur Visitor Mr Edwards Tours Local Business

Mr Edwards from Lake Arthur visited for business today, meeting local entrepreneurs and discussing potential deals.

Mr. Edwards Lake Arthur

Legal Blanks for Sale at the Record Office

The Record Office announces availability of legal blanks for sale. Items include standard forms and notices used by lawyers and officials. Purchases may be arranged at the office counter.

The Week at Santa Fe Eight Weeks in Legislative History

The eight weeks of the Santa Fe legislative session have passed into history marking a midterm milestone. Lawmakers debated several measures shaping state policy and budget priorities amid partisan dynamics and committee work.

New Mexico Legislature Faces Stalemate Over Appropriation

Eight weeks into the 37th Legislative Assembly in Santa Fe the opposition has not scored against the governor. The council delays on the appropriation bill after riders. printing contracts and state funding concerns draw out debate. A constitutional convention is blocked, and an education bill advances with teacher qualification limits. Beach plans to retire from public life. County division plans shift toward possibly creating Artesia county with Artesia as seat. Governor’s nominations await council confirmation.

Daily Record Santa Fe N. M 37Th Legislative Assembly New Mexico Disciples of Bursum Dalies Council Territorial Treasury Duncan Miera Sarrent Sulzer Cameron Baca House Beach Pennsylvania Development Co House of Representatives Foraker Pyramid County Garfield County Garfield and Artesia Pyramid Chaves County Eddy County Eddy Artesia County Carlsbad Chaves

Ohio River Continues Rising at Cincinnati

The Ohio river level continues to rise at a diminished rate in Cincinnati amid flood fears. The crest is expected this afternoon with uncertainty over whether it will reach 63 feet. Railroads are badly crippled in all directions.

Cincinnati Ohio

Baptist Board Meeting in New Mexico Today

The Board of Managers of the New Mexico Baptist Convention met at Rev. H. F. Vermillion’s home to discuss missionary and educational work. Appropriations were approved. Attending were Rev. Geo. Varney of Alamogordo Rev. B. C. Miller of Carlsbad Judge C. C. Compton of Portales and Rev. H. F. Vermillion of Roswell.

Baptist Board New Mexico Baptist Convention H. F. Vermillion Geo. Varney Alamogordo B. C. Miller Carlsbad CC. M. Compton Portales Roswell

Faulkner Surrenders to Eddy County Officers

Bob Faulkner gave himself up without resistance and is in custody after a fatal shooting of his friend Will Smith in Dayton Friday night. Sheriff J D Christopher and a Dayton constable escorted three witnesses back to Dayton Sunday night. Faulkner’s hearing was scheduled for Sunday afternoon.

Ballard Bob Faulkner Dayton Eddy County Will Smith J. D. Christopher

Pardoned Man John McDonald Returns Home

John McDonald, pardoned after serving time for the killing of Will Turk, passed through Roswell on a Saturday night en route to Carlsbad where his family awaited. Convicted about five years ago, his sentence began as life or long term, was cut to seven years at the start of this year, and now is an absolute pardon granted through a large petition and influential friends. McDonald is a well known figure among Chaves county old timers.

Roswell United States John McDonald Joan McDonald Santa Fe Carlsbad McDonald Will Turk Chaves County

Prospecting trip returns and city official travels noted

L. J Weatherford came back from a mountain prospecting trip yesterday. Dr J O Hamilton who accompanied him will return this week. Mayor James W Stockard returned yesterday from a Santa Fe trip.

L. J Weatherford J. O. Hamilton James W. Stockard Santa Fe

Sheriff Ballard Heads Out On Torrance Trip

Sheriff C. L. Ballard left this afternoon by automobile on a business trip to Torrance.

C. L. Ballard Torrance

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