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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1907
Page
2
A brief column reflects on belief and belonging in the town, musing that Easter meaning comes from heart and community rather than outward symbols. It touches on civic life and the idea of involvement in local affairs.
Local residents advocate a waterworks system to improve infrastructure and community well being in Roswell. Community leaders emphasize public services, growth, and long term stability as driving reasons behind the proposal.
A quotation frames the issue of municipal ownership as perpetually untrue, noting the persistent claim that such stories misstate public ownership failures.
A local ad in the Daily Record targets households and key consumers to maximize business reach and response. The notice emphasizes broad distribution and direct engagement with residents in the market.
The Kansas City Times notes that even a mere possibility of railroads adopting better conduct could trigger a major Wall Street downturn, reflecting market nerves about railroad practices and stability.
A Cedar Pids Gazette note says diverting water squeezed from New York stock to arid Western regions would partially solve the irrigation problem.
Special Easter services will be held tomorrow at all Roswell churches. The day centers on music and rejoicing, inviting the community to join in celebrating the occasion for spiritual renewal.
Comment notes that prosperous markets oppose government interference while financial downturns prompt louder calls for aid, reflecting Bryan quotes on economic policy.
Secretary of Agriculture Coburn of Kansas argues cattle no longer require horns for protection. He compares horns to a six-shooter for a Sister of Mercy, suggesting evolving breeding standards reduce horn necessity.
The Santa Fe New Mexican editor laments Arbor Day disrupts his penitence and fasting. He notes it is rare for the Colonel to observe Friday in a proper frame of mind, yet the Governor designated the day as Arbor Day, causing interference.
The Governor's goal for the Immigration Bureau is to promote effective immigration work, not merely provide jobs for indigent politicians. The Territory pays the bill and the people deserve value for their money, with the best fitted men preferred for the job.
The Silver City Independent condemns the Thirty-seventh Legislative Assembly for political manipulation and retaliatory measures during the session. It warns that despite some retreat under public pressure, the cabalish conduct remains severest censure and demands accountability for the openly defiant stance against public will and decency.
A long analysis argues that the Democratic party stands to gain as the Republican organization shows corruption and selfishness. It credits the governor for steadfast public service and urges voters to back Democratic representation to realize reform and better governance. It closes with a religious reflection on faith and renewal.
In Farrar Life of Christ the moment of Jesus death reveals a scene of apparent weakness for the fledgling church. Its followers are few, scattered, and doubtful, denounced by others and lacking status or power. Yet this fragile start points to a profound, enduring movement.
A farm resident near Hamilton Kansas requests guidance from a bicycle dealer on inner tube repairs. He describes a rattling iron wheel bike, asks about punching holes, joining ends, inflation, and whether Indian rubber tires can be hollowed more cheaply. He also asks price for the device that inserts air and where to start.
In Princeton Indiana a circuit court hearing addressed a bid by Cumberland Presbyterians to interfere with the local church. The split has closed the church amid threats of arson alleged by nonunionists if the unionists prevail.
Large crowds visit Louisville to inspect the greater Louisville exposition on its final day as the event closes tonight.
The Dawes commission ends its appraisal of improvements on intermarried Cherokee lands in Muskogee tonight after hearings in eight Cherokee towns. The process values improvements by white spouses pre November 5, 1906, and governs eligibility under the 1907 act. those who did not appear lose the chance to sell their improvements.
Loveland Colorado March 30 distinguished educators from across the state addressed delegates at the third annual meeting of the Northwestern Colorado Teachers association held in Loveland today.
Members of the Poe Memorial association in Richmond are soliciting funds to build a memorial to Edgar Allan Poe. The city council has allotted 5 000 dollars if the association raises an equal amount. Hundreds of dollars have been pledged and no difficulty is expected in completing the fund.
A Roswell trade directory listing delivers results by keeping your business name in front of residents and visitors, helping draw customers and maintain market presence.
Brief note lists a figure with B. F. Smith connected to a huggy painting and provides a phone number 176 for contact. The text resembles a classified short notice or inquiry.
About forty guests gathered at Coe Hill on the afternoon from 2:20 until six for Mrs. GQ Wae’s party honoring Miss May Crawford of Butler Missouri. The event featured a musical comedy written and read by Mrs. Burrus with guests guessing songs as Mrs. Chas Norvell played brief tunes. Prizes went to Mrs. Sidney Prager and Miss Greenlee received consolation. A luncheon served included turkey dressing cranberry jelly olives sherbet sandwiches and coffee.
The John C. Fisher Opera Company, after weeks in Havana, begins a six to eight week run in Mexico City tonight, continuing American comic opera and musical comedy for Cu bans in Havana and now Mexico.
The Central Amateur Athletic Union holds its swimming championships at the A A U pool this evening with swimmers from Chicago Milwaukee Central Y M C A Evans ton New Illinois and others. Events include 40 60 yard races plus 100 220 440 yard half mile and mile races. A fancy contest and a distance plunge are on the program. H J Handy defends titles at quarter mile half mile and mile and may seek to win at all distances again. The field is stronger than last year with anticipated exciting races.
The Record corrects yesterday’s report that Roswell Lumber Co et al sued Hondo Stone Mfg Co. The receiver application was denied the injunction continued only to prevent real estate sales and not to halt normal business. The case remains continued for a hearing at the regular term.
Carlton and Bell advertise a four room house with bath and modern conveniences on two acres. Includes well windmill corral shed and related property details for the value of the house.
In Yonkers surrogate's court today a hearing was held on mandamus proceedings brought against the New York State Racing Commission.
A special train carried many excursionists to Citronelle for the Alabama Chautauqua assembly opening this evening. Senator Ben Tillman and other prominent speakers will address crowds over the two week event. Get Makin's prices on new screen wire before you buy.
Bargain 320 acre desert claim four miles from Artesia with $1000 in improvements. May sell for cash or exchange for city property stock or a line of dry goods. No gypsum or alkali land is suitable. Address Box 123 Artesia NM 24110.
Classifieds list multiple rental offers including furnished rooms at 309 N. Ky and 512 N. Pecos, a large front room at 719 N. Main, and housekeeping options on North Richardson with contact numbers 149, 2513, and 2316.
Classified notices list several job and service requests including a cook at Hotel Hagerman New Mexico a office girl bookkeeper and a man to run a Fairbanks Morse engine. Also requests for a pony a reliable boy boarding house help farm work store position by a teacher and other temporary help with contact details.
Pocket book lost between Greenhouse and Main. Return to Miss Dona Smith at 627 N Richardson. 2412.
Property owners are urged to clean yards and alleys ahead of the spring renovation. Trash in boxes or barrels will be hauled away free if ready before the Stockmen's convention. City aims to be thoroughly cleaned and kept clean. order from STREETS & ALLEYS COM. 2016eod.
Plaintiffs Ella Bedell et al sue Nancy Thurber and The Lea Cattle Co in Chaves County New Mexico Fifth Judicial District to quiet title to lands in Sections 4 and 33 Township 10 South Range 24 East and subdivisions. Defendants must answer by May 13, 1907 or risk default judgment. Court seal dated March 22, 1907.
Eggs for hatching cost 1.00 for 15 from a White Leghorn pen claiming a world record of 208 eggs per hen per year. Roswell Poultry Yards located by the Fair Grounds, or Cash Grocery, phone 351. Strawberry plants 60c per hundred and raspberries 40c delivered in town. Best varieties for Pecos Valley. Address C. J. Richardson, R. F. D., Roswell. 2514 s&w
Woodruff and DeFreest advertise the cheapest money to loan on realty in Roswell. The offer appears opposite the Post Office.
Los Angeles March 30. High school athletes from the Orange Belt Athletic league compete today in Santa Ana. Events include 109 220 440 and 880 yard dashes mile run running broad jump running high jump pole vault shot put and relay races with top southern California competitors vying for trophies.
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