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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1908
Page
2
A fragment discusses party maneuvers in Missouri and New Mexico counties, naming figures like Mullins Gayle and local editors. It critiques political bosses, recalls Lincoln era sentiment, and hints at probate clerk candidacy tensions within Roswell and Lincoln counties.
The Albuquerque Morning Journal editorial denounces a territorial gang and endorses W H Andrews for congress, urging decency in New Mexico politics. The piece cites opposition to the Journal and outlines election procedures and voter registration details for Roswell, with notices on land sales by Richards and Lewis.
The Record announces C. W. Davisson as a candidate for Tax Assessor of Chaves County subject to the Democratic primaries.
Roswell School District No 1 President W T Joyner calls a special election for two Board of Education seats in the Country District outside Roswell city limits. Election set for April 1 1908 at the Roswell Court House. polls 9 AM to 6 PM. Court House registration by James C Hamilton R P Bean and John Westover appointed to register voters.
A candidate declares run for Sheriff of Chaves County subject to Democratic primary. Another candidate announces for Probate Clerk of Chaves County subject to Democratic primary action.
In the second district the commission announces that W M Atkinson is a candidate. The brief note confirms formal candidacy details and district affiliation.
The city of Roswell New Mexico announces a biennial municipal election on April 7 1908 to choose a Mayor City Clerk City Treasurer two Aldermen board members and school board members for specified terms. Polling places include Court House Spring River Grocery Smith Livery Stable Pecos Valley Lumber Yard and Cruse Shop. Voting hours 9 am to 6 pm.
F P Gayle announces date for his bid to retain the office of Probate Clerk in Chaves County. The notice indicates the upcoming campaign and seeks support for continued county administration.
N. J. Fritz of Hagerman is named as a candidate for Commissioner of the Third district subject to Democratic primaries. Jerry Carter is announced as a candidate for County Commissioner of Chaves County subject to Democratic action. J. T. Evans is named as Probate Judge candidate for Chaves County pending party action.
A vintage notice lists rental offerings with a room for rent and a four room house. It mentions modern conveniences and summer suitability, with Gilmore & Fleming likely in the 1613 area.
Mr and Mrs W S Murrell of Independence Iowa arrived for a three week visit with Col Chas E Baker and family. Roswell Title and Trust Co notes it has many inquiries for good dwellings and invites listing rental properties.
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