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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1907
Page
2
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A composite editorial excerpt notes minority power to block bad laws and laments the absence of reform. It cites Mullens and the school board over tree removal, references an auto road plan from Carlsbad to Pecos City, and critiques the Spiess anti gambling bill amid Republican dominance and possible gutting by the lower house.
A reader questions why the grove of cottonwoods on the school grounds should be cut for cotton production when such trees grow abundantly in older parts of town, challenging the justification.
The text argues Democrats will not bear blame for failed laws, claiming they have backed every good measure and opposed every bad one during the current session.
Artesia reports that the Artesia county bill is dead and notes that Eddy and Chaves counties supported the result. The column emphasizes the outcome of the measure and the regional reactions.
A heated opinion questions using territorial funds to pave Sana Fe streets and suggests funding be allocated to other towns like Carlsbad Artesia Roswell and Albuquerque for better urban improvement.
The Santa Fe Eagle states it will no longer depend on the legislature and will investigate territorial land deals from six or seven years ago. It will discard secret sessions and publish all details to the public.
The piece notes Bursum’s contentious stance arousing New Mexico voters and hints at upcoming legislative adjournment trouble. It also covers Rev. G F C Lonberg delivering a compelling sermon on Holy Communion stressing that true Christianity must be living.
Pressure from the public compelled cave dwellers to push Hudspeth resolution for extending the public land investigation of former administrations but completion is now unlikely before the assembly adjourns.
The speaker urges continuing a complete Interior Department inquiry and reporting results through the press. They insist the public has a right to know and criticize the legislature's actions as spiteful. The call emphasizes transparency and accountability in government investigations.
The solid seventeen Republicans in the House refuse to advance improper or vicious bills. They expect few, if any, acts to pass. They plan to keep the chamber level, though not all desired laws may be enacted.
A Kansas City Times poem lauds the resilient man who smiles through hardship. It praises grit, persistence, and the will to endure knocks without quitting.
An editorial advocates establishing a reliable automobile line between Albuquerque and Roswell to capture Pecos Valley trade. It argues eight thousand dollars funds, raised quickly by the Boosters' Club, can secure passenger mail and light freight service with daily round trips, boosting regional commerce and growth.
Editor Nellie Y Brown of Hagerman New Mexico writes on the health benefits and financial gains from her 170 acre farm near Hagerman. Alfalfa yielded over 800 tons in the first harvest with rents of nine dollars per acre in later years. She anticipates Apple orchards will surpass alfalfa in value.
Editor of The Earth of Chicago says celery is the best crop for the Pecos Valley. The writer, near Roswell, notes 40 acres with irrigation earlier years yielding up to five to six acres, netting about 250 dollars per acre. Success requires money and careful handling through the season.
J W Raynolds secretary certifies that a certificate of amendment to the articles of incorporation of the Roswell Oil Company increasing capital stock was filed at 9:00 am on March 11 1907 and that the copy matches the original on file. The certificate is dated in Santa Fe with the territorial seal.
The Roswell Oil Company votes to amend Article 5 of its Certificate of Incorporation increasing capital stock from 50000 shares at 1 each to 100000 shares at 1 each non assessable, raising total to 106000 dollars. Lisle B Tannehill president and C C Tannehill assistant secretary certify in Chaves County New Mexico. Notary A O Millice witnesses.
March 1907 notes show House Bill No. 2 authorizing cities and towns with populations over one thousand to borrow up to 200000 for sewers water works and street improvements. It outlines election requirements taxation sinking funds bond sale at par and bond safeguards with mayor treasurer and clerk action. Names include E C Abbott and Roswell Ont Company Certificate amendment filed March 11 1907 in Santa Fe.
A shop along South Main Street offers apples plums pears cherries shade trees and roses. The note invites customers to drop a card for further arrangements and states R. F. Cruse will handle the rest.
Modern Woodmen of America urges members to send or hand in their name and camp to H. I. Nowlan by March 18. The notice stresses the importance of complying with the deadline.
Sunnyside Camp Health Resort announces new management and removal of sanitarium feature. House tents offered for light housekeeping at $5 $10 and $15 per month. Phone 428 W. Address notes in Roswell Trade Directory for visibility.
Probate Clerk F P Gayle records deeds from Citizens National Bank to W S Prager for 1600 dollars covering lots 8 9 10 11 block 55 West Side Roswell. others include sheriff sale to B F Callum 1276 for two lots. Spurgeon to McClure 2050. Hall to Edwards 200. Lake Arthur Townsite to W H Stewart 300. Taylor to Western Land and Improvement Co 125. and more including 1690 acre tract to Rufus W Smith and 160 acre tracts to Elza Powell and J G Coleman. Train on Time Two Nights reports trains on time with legislative delay easing schedule shifts.
Classified list of items for sale including land scrip household furniture mules horses residence lots and drilling equipment. Locations include 711 N Richardson 211 S Mo Cor Alameda 510 N Pa ave 606 Union Ave Oasis Ranch and Roswell with prices or bargains noted.
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