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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1905
Page
1
A brief notice states a map for a proposed railroad project is on file in the land office. It notes filings related to the T and R G line and outlines where the record is available for public inspection. The item preserves formal notice of the filing and location.
Survey outlines a long eastern route from Torrance toward Roswell with a 30 to 40 mile southward leg. Officers named include Wm. H. Andrews, Frances J. Torrence, Willard Hopeful, T. Lee Clark, W. C. Hagen, and Arthur Kennedy. Map filing confirms ongoing railroad pursuit though plats will appear soon.
A high wind in Ottawa Kansas on March 28 caused damage and injuries to twelve people, including a seriously hurt victim. A Main street store lost its roof, four nearby homes were demolished, and many outbuildings were wrecked. Rural areas reported extensive dwelling damage.
Russia signals willingness to negotiate with Japan as tensions ease after recent diplomacy. Government representatives say talks would focus on regional stability, trade, and security assurances amid growing international interest.
Reports from London New York and St Petersburg detail the oversubscription of a 150 million Japanese loan with strong German and continental participation. Russia signals tough conditions for peace while preparing for war. Japan warned against mediation and urged direct talks with Russia as front line actions unfold.
A train incident ends in explosion after dynamite aboard detonates. No injuries reported as crew and authorities secure the scene and investigate the cause and extent of damage.
A heavy explosion tore through the 168th street tunnel under Broadway as an uptown subway train was moved to the downtown tracks. Fire crews flooded the tunnel. two blasts were blamed on dynamite cartridges. The motorman remained missing two hours after the crash, while a conductor and a gang of 25 escaped through the 181st street shaft.
Roswell Miller, chairman of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul board, dismissed claims of plans to spend 100 million for extraordinary railroad improvements. He said only up to 600 thousand may be used to extend the Dakota system, with no other major expansions under consideration. He added no discussion occurred about reaching the Pacific Coast. A second report from New York also denied absorption negotiations by the New York Central and Hudson River railroad with Canadian lines.
A proposed four track electric road into Toronto was rejected today at the New York Central offices, President Newman presiding. The decision halts a cross border line project that would connect Buffalo and Toronto, affecting regional transit ambitions and future electric rail development.
A small fire in Max Roth’s shirt waist factory on Walker Street sparked a panic among about 300 female workers. Several were slightly hurt and one was seriously injured as the blaze spread through the five story building.
A Appleton Minnesota dispatch reports seven people injured when a tornado struck Lewisburg destroying the village. Four of the injured are expected to die and nearly every business and most homes were demolished or heavily damaged.
The Federal commissioners J M Miller J J Hagerman and L K McGaffey met in C M Birds office to select the federal grand and petit juries. District commissioners D r E Luk ens C C Tannehill and G C Stanford of Hagerman chose seventeen grand jurymen and twenty four petit jurymen for the next term.
London reports the Prince of Wales and Princess will depart from Portsmouth aboard the Renown on November 9 for India. The Renown, fastest ship of Britain's battle fleet, already carried the Duke and Duchess of Connaught to the 1902 Durbar.
Boston March 28 report notes a quiet wool market with advancing contracting for the next clip at higher prices, suggesting buyers and sellers preparing for firmer levels.
Florence South Carolina March 29 The South Carolina Sunday School Association held a busy and interesting day amid its annual meeting in Florence.
Harrisburg March 28 The senate passed a bill for the annexation of Allegheny City to Pittsburgh. The measure moves to the governor for approval and would expand Pittsburgh's city limits by absorbing the neighboring borough.
The remains of L. D. Danenberg will not reach Roswell before Wednesday afternoon due to missed connections via Fort Worth and Amarillo. Funeral is postponed until arrival and likely set for Thursday. Eagles will supervise. A later update says the body will arrive this afternoon and the funeral may be tomorrow at two o’clock subject to family wishes.
Secretary Hay and Mrs. Hay travel aboard the White Star liner Cretic sailing March 18 from New York to Naples. The secretary arrived at Gibraltar March 29 reporting he feels much better than in New York but not fully recovered. He enjoyed the trip despite lingering health issues.
Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Crawford and two children, along with Mrs. Finch, leave Roswell for Anna Illinois for summer visits before the Crawfords settle in Dallas. The family has lived in Roswell six years and friends wish them success despite the parting.
A light frost was observed in Roswell with water in hoses frozen briefly. The air was dry enough to prevent a visible frost. Alfalfa showed slight wilting but suffered no damage from the morning chill.
W A Richards commissioner of the General Land Office passed through Omaha en route to Wyoming to visit his daughters. He said he had no knowledge of any investigation into his office but would not object to one if it occurred. He commented on reports from Washington about clerk promotions.
Boston March 29 Dr James L Barton secretary of the American Board said the promised statement on the prudential committee action regarding John D Rockefeller's gift could not yet be released He did not indicate when it would be ready The committee reported it would accept Rockefeller's 100000 donation despite protests and declined to accede to opponents' requests.
A steady stream of shoppers filled Morrison Brothers store yesterday and into the night for a much anticipated Spring Opening. Hundreds entered to view the advertised display and left satisfied, as the popular shop showcased its exhibits and attracted a critical public.
In Philadelphia on March 29, Vice President Fairbanks will be the guest of honor at a Union League reception. It follows a series of similar events, the first featuring President Roosevelt.
Warranted help sought by W. H. Bennett at Roswell Hotel. Grand jury investigation underway.
The Kansas City Daily Journal reports a federal grand jury investigation of the Standard Oil Company to begin in Topeka within a couple of weeks. Officials say the beef trust case in Chicago contrasts with this probe and that railroads may also be drawn in.
Chicago March 29 John E Shields a Brooklyn NY former Armour & Co employee was arrested by a Deputy U S Marshal He is a witness in the federal grand jury beef trust probe and is accused of tampering with Thomas J Connors Armour Co general superintendent Connors was arrested last night but free on bail today
Pittsburg federal city reports two mill workers died and several others were in serious condition after extreme heat in the mills yesterday and today. Thermometers reached 78 degrees marking the first time in March such suffering was observed among mill laborers in the area.
U. S. Weather Bureau local report for Roswell New Mexico on March 29 lists a maximum temperature of 60, minimum 31 and mean 46 with 0.00 inches precipitation. Wind from the southeast at 2 miles per hour. Weather cloudy. Forecast for Roswell and vicinity calls for partly cloudy skies and warmer conditions tonight and Thursday.
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