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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1910
Page
2
The Record announces A. Durand as a candidate for County Commissioner in the 3rd District, subject to the action of the Democratic primary.
The Record reports B. H. Wixom as a candidate for County Commissioner in the 3rd district, authorized by the Democratic primary action.
Fragmented OCR lists names for school director and councilman positions by ward including Frank Divers, S. Gibbany, J. H. Mullis, John C. Davis, W. W. Ogle, L. H. Zachr, and W. S. Murrell along with ward references. The readable items present candidate names and ward associations without clear context or full sentences.
The piece argues nearly all Roswell businesses profit from saloon presence except saloons themselves and sheep owners. It states saloons harm the sheep industry by driving away herders and camp workers, causing economic strain and unrest among sheep men who recognize the evil of drinking establishments.
Roswell Democrats rally against saloons and endorse William J. Bryan as they reject a pro liquor alliance. The piece brands local party leaders as enemies of democracy for aiding the saloon cause and opposing Bryan.
The excerpt frames whiskey as the root of crime and moral decline, accusing certain actors of undermining democracy in the city. It labels these groups as working toward the city's downfall and links alcohol to broader social ills.
The Democratic City Committee in Roswell cancels its primary saying the ticket is already chosen by a handful of bosses. The piece notes few men control county and territorial nominations and some have held multiple offices. The Record promises a detailed future investigation of these practices.
The piece warns Roswell voters that the Democratic party is being used as a cover by saloon interests. It cites J Bryan’s warning against such “symbolic alliances” and urges a strong rebuke of political bosses. Vote No License to shield the party from domination and destruction.
A Roswell man earned and brought home forty dollars for essentials but spent the money in a saloon. He got drunk. his wife and children faced hunger and hardship. Neighbors aided them as merchants also suffered the loss as the money vanished into alcohol.
A historical note argues smallpox requires strict quarantine and medical care, justifying personal liberty restraints for safety. It warns of a harsher Roswell disease causing death, insanity, and crime, demanding quarantine and elimination to protect all citizens.
A controversial Roswell issue centers on the saloon as a moral battle, while party factions argue against bossism within the Democratic ranks. The piece details a reformist stance, warns of an inner party cabal dictating nominations, and previews local aviation plans tied to El Paso youths Mee and Murphy as they prepare flights and experiments.
A party of 48 men and women led by W. G. Hamilton came from Ohio Pennsylvania and New York to inspect the Milne Bush ranch north of Roswell. The group traveled in three special cars and arrived around ten last night, with engine trouble delaying the return until about one this morning. Other excursionists rode the regular train and the movement suggests growth in the local irrigation land program.
In El Paso on Upson avenue two 16 year olds built a spruce and muslin glider coasting craft. After weeks of after school work the glider was tested with excellent first results near No 711. George Mee, 16, sailed off a reservoir hill in the maiden test.
J G S Hann received a letter about his brother in law Harry Abney of Pig Springs Texas. The note claimed heir partnership automobile was not the big fire last Sunday that destroyed the Abney Automobile Company's garage and thirteen moves. The partner’s car was away on a trip to another town. J S Lenox of this city lost a 9000 imported car.
Macon Ga March 18 Mercer College opens its baseball campaign with a home game against Dahlonega this afternoon. The Baptist team schedules fifteen home games and eight away, featuring clashes with Gordon, University of Chattanooga, Trinity Georgia Tech Amburn Washington and Lee and Clem...
Texas Gateway Case hearings begin as the Interstate Commerce Commission reviews the Southwestern Shippers Traffic association bid to make Galstein an open gateway. The Transportation Association of noble wants better rates for the Denver Rio Grande and Pueblo is directly interested with EB T. Jeffery advised that the matter will continue until the association’s wishes are met. A representative from the association will attend the Kansas City hearing.
Aquatic events at Sanford San Francisco mark the climax of junior week at Leland University with swimming canoe races high diving and a water polo game. Preparations for the Ford track delegation to the Great Western conference are under way as local athletes plan to meet Utah and Idaho on their way east to help offset expenses.
New York March 18 stockholders vote on an increase of 1 090 000 in capital as a stock dividend. The raise is to be effected by transferring 1 000 000 from surplus, lifting capital to 2 000 009.
El Paso March 16. Thirty nine of sixty nine regular motormen and conductors of the El Paso Street Rail Ways company struck for higher wages. Upon discovery the men were discharged and sixteen walked out. Superintendent Potter says the strike will not interfere with street car operation.
Delegates in Albany announce the No Uncared for Tuberculosis Patients in 1915 slogan to launch the New York State Charities Aid Association congress. Four sessions run today and tomorrow, with a mass meeting to hear President Taft and Governor Hughes. The event marks constructive work toward full tuberculosis care by 1915 and a reduced death rate by 1920, culminating in sermons across New York on National Tuberculosis Sunday April 24.
Baled hay for sale at C A Doty’s two miles south of the hospital. An 1715 Fuick Auto offered to trade for lots. Title and Trust Co. Roswell.
Notice to Henry W. Neuschaffer and other defendants that suit for absolute divorce and custody has been filed in Roswell New Mexico District Court. Defendants must answer by April 50th 1910. default entered otherwise. Clerk S I Roberts signs. Deputy Geo L Wylllys. Territorial district notices follow with additional case Nos 1507 and 1753 and parties Elvira Co York and Chauncey Booker.
In the matter, on or before May 9 1910 a judgment by default will be entered against him and the case will proceed pro confesso on the testimony of the Plaintiff. The Plaintiff's attorneys are Reid and Hervey of Roswell New Mexico. 8S I ROBERTS by Geo L Wyllys deputy.
Ground floor two room office space offered for rent by P. V. Land and Development Co. Apply to the listing for details and contact information.
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