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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1905
Page
1
Government officials flatly reject submitting outstanding disputes to arbitration. Venezuela states it will not entrust unresolved matters to an international tribunal, citing sovereignty concerns and unresolved legal questions.
Caracas reports President Castro rejects arbitration on pending U S-Venezuela issues while the U S plans no action for now. Holland vows vigorous measures to free Dutch sailors held in Venezuela and may deploy warships to the region. Santo Domingo affairs are left to U S policy and German-Santo Domingo relations shift as Berlin says it defers to Washington.
The funeral of Helen L. Peck wife of John C. Peck was held at the Christian church at two pm with Elder C C Hill delivering the sermon. Mrs J E McClane sang One Sweetly Solemn Thought as many mourners attended and the body was laid to rest at South Side cemetery. Pallbearers were Masons E A Cahoon John W Poe J F Hinkle Charles Ballard J Smith Lea and R M Parsons. The deceased arrived from Denver with her husband and many locals offered sympathy.
Beyond Harbin reports Russian movement may push westward, signaling broader strategic aims as forces press beyond northeastern fronts.
From St Petersburg and London comes word of Japanese troop movements toward Harbin and Vladivostock as Russia readies to shift main forces beyond the Sungari river. A Japanese loan of 150 million dollars is detailed with 4 percent interest, issued in New York and London.
Mrs Ike Gronski entertained a few friends at cards at 304 Pennsylvania avenue Tuesday evening. The Independent Club will not meet until April 12. Mrs Richard Barnett will be the hostess. The Book Club met this afternoon with Mrs C C Martin. Miss Lorenda Bailey and Miss Fanny Kite hosted a dozen young people on Richardson avenue last night for progressive dominoes with prizes and a luncheon.
Important evidence surfaces in the beef trust inquiry signaling heightened activity. Investigators pursue key documents and testimonies as probes expand. Authorities emphasize ongoing review of market practices and potential regulatory actions.
New York reports a beef trust probe with six witnesses, five ex-employees. Mrs Edith L Smedley of Lincoln faces $17 000 alleged theft to secure divorce. Youthful attorney Ek W Hooker from Center Texas plans marriage claim, says she is unjustly treated. Metropolitan Opera benefit show raises around 10000 with Lambs and Players clubs paying high seats.
A proposed empire council plan outlines taxes on beef and matches with a graduated tax on salaries of government officials. The proposal aims to fund public needs while shifting some burden onto official earnings.
John R. Hodges, once Roswell businessman, sold his 320 acre Artesia area farm to J. H. Beckham Jr for 9000 dollars. The tract lies 114 miles from Artesia and includes a fine artesian well ready to produce crops for the market.
W M Reed district engineer B M Hall supervising engineer and W H Sanders consulting engineer wrapped up a two day board session here on Reclamation Service work then traveled to Carlsbad for continued efforts. Also notices for wanted hustlers seeking best visible writing typewriter and a lost railroad ticket made out to Walter Morris with return to the Record office.
The Manhattan Trust Company filed a bill in chancery to foreclose a $2,000,000 mortgage on the Standard Rope and Twine Company, now in receivership in Trenton New Jersey. The filing notes another $7,500,000 mortgage to Central Trust on the same date.
City council meets tonight in adjourned session to compile a new book of ordinances and consider allowing the Dixie Carnival Company to use city streets in the first week of April. Company representative Mr Davis will present the request and offer to give a percentage of receipts to the fire department.
New York March 24. A testimonial benefit at the Metropolitan Opera House featured one of the most remarkable aggregations of actors and actresses ever formed to aid a disabled performer. The event showcased prominent talents lending support to the actor in need.
County offices closed this afternoon to honor Mrs. John C. Peck wife of the assessor of Chaves County. Officials presented a floral design to memory and attended the funeral in a body.
Dayton Townsite Company sold two lots to Mattie M. Mauk, two to Lizzie Eakin, one to C. D. Cleveland, and one to Thomas C. Shoemaker in Dayton, New Mexico, according to the local realty report.
Jules Verne the famed author died at 3 10 p m in Amiens France His family was at the bedside when death occurred, marking the end of an era in science fiction and adventure literature.
Paris reports the negotiations for a new Russian loan have begun and are progressing satisfactorily as of March 24. The discussions involve key financial officials and central bank representatives from both sides, aiming to secure favorable terms and early disbursement.
Furniture for sale includes bedroom and dining room pieces, a top buggy and harness, a Jersey cow, about two dozen laying hens, a gasoline stove, and a range with water front. Located on South Main Street.
The party of prospectors led by Frank S. Haven and W. S. Bishop arrived last night from Carthage Mo. The group included J. W. Rhodes, John Palmer, Allen Palmer, Theodore Lawson, Kk. J. Lawderbaugh and Miss Lawderbaugh.
Edward Van Dale of Moline files to test climate for asthma with potential investment if health improves. Prospector traffic includes KK Thomson from Lakewood and F D Hersey of Trenton among others. Dayton N M seeks restaurant inducements and blacksmith hire. local housing updates note J W Thomas and Mrs W A Johnson at Mrs W R Clements’ home.
TY. G. Baker of Monticello arrived in Roswell last night with a group of excursionists, according to local arrival notices.
W S Davisson arrived from Hagerman to spend the day as Ketlahin and Calfee advertise a loan offering of $1,560.
U S Weather Bureau local report from Roswell New Mexico on March 24 shows max 68, min 36, mean 52 with no precipitation and SE wind. Forecast for Roswell and vicinity calls for fair weather tonight and Saturday, with warmer temperatures tonight. M Wright, Official in Charge.
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