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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1906
Page
1
Attorneys for the oil trust concede that the company holds the stock of several subsidiary firms in trust. The admission centers on ownership arrangements and potential legal implications for control and profits across the affiliated operations.
New York report on Missouri Attorney General Hadley's probe into Standard Oil where Henry A. Rogers testifies about antitrust concerns. The hearing involves ownership questions of Republic Oil, Waters-Pierce, and Standard Oil of Indiana tied to Standard Oil Co. of New Jersey. Additional notes describe Sunday School class, a public invitation, and a Roswell traffic demonstration with a crated automobile.
A New Mexico man vanishes following a clash with a group described as savages. Authorities search nearby wilderness sources indicate the missing man was last seen near a rugged terrain after reporting a confrontation. Investigators pursue leads and call for tips from residents.
A Manila telegram says Governor George Curry, former Roswell resident and Manila’s first police chief under American rule, is reported missing after a clash between constabulary and Pulajanes in Samar. Curry, a Democrat, led peace efforts in the district and once served as a Rough Rider captain. His sons were with him in the islands.
A party committee gears up for the forthcoming Congressional race as organizers map strategy, recruit candidates, and announce outreach efforts to mobilize voters ahead of the campaign season.
Washington reports note the House acts to passage a senate hazing prevention bill after clearing 250 pension bills. A Texas seat dispute and Niagara Falls preservation report by the American Waterways Commission are also summarized, urging U.S. and Canada cooperation and congressional action.
New York March 24. The anthracite mine operators report a reserve of more than nine million tons of marketable coal within one hundred miles of New York City. This stock is in addition to supplies held by dealers and large consumers.
Topic for Sunday March 25 is the inlimitable One of Temperance. Pupils will cite readings showing evils of intemperance. Ladies answer how twenty young ladies declining drinks or escorts from moderate drinkers would affect Roswell young men. Also asks the Temperance question’s bearing on city and county elections and the worst form of in-
A report claimed Frank Easton owner of a Main Street restaurant was shot and killed by two drunken men at his Sunnyside establishment on the Santa Fe cut‑off. The local manager S A Pierce alerted Bob Maddox in Texico, who confirmed the story was groundless.
Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Democratic City Central Committee will be held at the courthouse on Monday March 26 at 7 30 p m All members are requested to be present Business of importance J T Carlton Secy
Mrs Bernard Gunsul was taken much worse last night and her mother Mrs S Houghton of Albuquerque has been telegraphed for. She will arrive Monday. Mrs Gunsul is very low.
The Military Institute battalion marched to the George Blashek place this morning and posed against a blooming orchard as W. R. Walton photographed the scene.
Thos D White came home yesterday afternoon from a ranch about sixty miles east of Roswell, where he had been visiting.
A. E. Macey of Dexter was in the city today on business.
Rufus Johnson and George Small, both colored, were hanged today in Mt. Holly for the murder of Miss Florence Allison. She was assaulted and killed in a barn near Morristown on January 18.
Former Philadelphia mayor Samuel H. Asbridge died early today from a complication of diseases at age 57. Obituary notes his public service, years in office, and surviving family members.
Beaumont Texas March 24 I D Overton 25 was shot and killed at the Beaumont rice mill early this morning by night watchman A Mold Mold says Overton threatened and insulted him The incident is under police inquiry and the motive remains unclear
The British freighter Titian en route from New York to Manchester is off Cape Race with its cargo on fire. A fierce snowstorm hampers entry into St. Johns harbor, and rescuers fear the vessel may not reach safety.
One of the heaviest snowfalls of the winter covers Cincinnati and the Ohio valley as snow remains on the ground and continues to fall. Reports indicate the storm is widespread across the region with snowfall general in many areas.
Rev C L Hoffman will preach at St Andrew's Hall tomorrow at 11 a m and 7 30 p m. Fifth Street between Main and Pennsylvania.
C P Shearman, the driller, reports breaking all local drilling records in the Valley on his property near East Grand Plains southeast of Roswell. He completed a well in eight days, reaching eight hundred twenty feet and securing a fifteen inch flow over an eight inch casing.
Five ladies visited Mrs. Elza White for a surprise party with a candy pull and a sumptuous supper. Guests included Mesdames Ricksecer Tallmadge Tallmadge Hamilton. A drive to the farming district followed for several guests and Mr Cahoon. The Flinch Club met with Mr and Mrs Dilley for a pleasant evening of games and refreshments.
Indianapolis March 24 The joint scale committee of the joint conference of coal operators and miners in the central competitive and southern districts met today with no sign of progress toward an agreement versus the January conference adjournment. A vote on F L Robbins proposal from the West was anticipated early.
Local Roswell report notes 6 am observation with max 78 and min 38 degrees, mean 58, no precipitation, wind from the north at 6 mph. Forecast calls for partly cloudy conditions tonight and Sunday with local rain and warming tonight. M Wright signs as Official in Charge.
The Albuquerque Citizen reports strong support from the Home Missionary Society for Roswell New Mexico Mayor Hinkle's Sunday closing enforcement. The endorsement praises his stance and policy action on Sunday observance.
Two Japanese merchants were arrested at a Vladivostok fort today. Authorities found plans of the fortification and related notes in their possession. The incident signals heightened wartime security measures and potential espionage implications for the region.
The son of Mayor J. F. Hinkle, Master Clarence Hinkle, is reported ill with scarlet fever.
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