Finley Nominated for Sheriff in Chaves County
The Record announces O Z Finley as a candidate for Sheriff of Chaves county subject to the Democratic primary action.
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1910
Page
2
The Record announces O Z Finley as a candidate for Sheriff of Chaves county subject to the Democratic primary action.
Nounce N J Fritz enters the Democratic primary race for reelection as county commissioner for the 3rd district. The announcement notes the renomination is subject to the party primary process.
A. Durand announces candidacy for County Commissioner in the 3rd District, subject to Democratic primary action. Durand seeks party backing as nomination proceeds through the primary process.
The Record announces B. H. Wixom as a candidate for the County Commissioner in the third district, pending Democratic primary action.
Mayor Sherry of Alamogordo strengthens a stand against saloon license reductions, aligning with public sentiment in New Mexico that a dry administration boosts business and prosperity. Albuquerque Journal notes support statewide movement, while Carlsbad Argus reports Carlsbad considering a vote to ban saloons.
Chicago observes the fiftieth anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's 1860 nomination for the Presidency. The Linni pageant Association reenacts scenes from the 1860 convention held in the Wigwam in the city, with delegates from Chicago in attendance. James P. Root reproduced the Wigwam replica for the exhibit at the museum.
The article describes fireworks over the Coliseum showing Lincoln nominated once the convention settles on him. Mr. Root will seat delegations as in 1860, recalling the historic Chicago gathering and its 100000 population milestone, with a reproduction demonstration expected from veterans.
Colonel Theodore Roosevelt lands in London and adopts an English persona. He will focus on sight-seeing and quiet entertainments as national mourning leads to cancellations of court and embassy functions. Tonight’s Dorchester House dinner will be informal with Ambassador Reid and staff.
Mrs Alma Procter Vaughn of Monroe City faces first degree murder charges in the poisoning death of her husband Prof John Thomas Vaughn instructor at Kirksville Normal School. Trial opens in Adair county circuit court. bond set at 25000. Accomplice Dr James W Hull also charged. possible venue change noted.
In Syracuse Rev Dominick Renter of Rome Italy presides over a meeting of the Franciscan Order of Minor Conventuals to choose a successor to the late Very Rev Louis M Miller as US provincial. Father Reuter superior general and Rev Len Greulich acting provincial oversee the process.
The State canals were opened today by order of the State superintendent of public works. The Ene, Champlain, Cayuga and Seneca Canals and the Oswego canal were opened except for the segment between Tree Rivers point and Lock 11 at Fulton, due to a law passed by the legislature.
Delegates from nearly 1 000 churches representing about 150 000 members gather in Anderson Indiana for the opening of the annual state convention of the Missionary Society of the Church of Christ in Indiana held May 16.
Washington May 16 The United States Supreme Court will hear no arguments today and adjourn for the summer on May 31. Many significant cases will be carried over to the October term.
The International Congress of Americanists convened its biennial session in Buenos Aires with scholars from around the world in attendance. Another session will be held in Mexico this year to mark its centennial independence in September, part of a series of international congresses tied to the city’s centennial exposition opening next week.
A 25 dollar reward is posted for the arrest and conviction of those who stole bricklayers tools from the Military Institute B M I A No One 54110. The notice seeks perpetrators and promises legal action pending arrest.
Railway officials representing nearly 200000 miles of road attend the seventh annual convention of the Railroad Storekeepers Association in St Louis. Merchants and manufacturers of the city have prepared entertainment during the visitors three day stay.
Washington May 16 Arguments exchanged between the American and British governments outline claims in the Newfoundland fisheries dispute. The Hague Court of Arbitration will hear the case June 1 marking a diplomatic milestone toward peace. The long history traces to 1818 treaty terms and subsequent pacts with repeated renewals and failed settlements.
The notice lists racing shows tennis polo and boxing events in Virginia Maryland New York and Massachusetts with multiple college baseball games endurance runs aviation contests and a New York speedway matinee The American Henley rowing regatta in Philadelphia and a motor boat show on the Hudson are also planned through the week
A fragment discusses the phrase in common in the 1818 treaty and how its interpretation by Newfoundland officials led to friction with American fishermen. The text notes American demands for adherence to their own coastal laws and regulations, highlighting a dispute over jurisdiction and the treaty’s intent.
J E Dill reports a second crop of blossoms in two sections of the district, including the Robert Beers orchard southeast of town where a full crop was saved by smudging. He notes new blossoms on new growth twigs, a phenomenon not previously observed, even as apples still hang on many branches.
Dr. and Mrs. C. M. Mayes gave a dancing party at the Country Club on Friday evening for the First classmen of the Military Institute and their ladies friends. The event honored their son Guy Mayes who graduates this year. A string orchestra provided music and dancing lasted late with refreshments served. Chaperons were Dr. and Mrs. Mayes and Mrs. J. P. Church.
Daily morning delivery of fresh vegetables to any location in town. Place orders the evening before by phone. New alfalfa day for sale from S. M. Owens at Owens Farm. Phone 293-6 rings. 52112.
Roswell High School graduates announce a informal post mortem gathering at the home of Dr. and Mrs. J. B. Keaster tomorrow evening. Although the public believed commencement was over, the students hold further event.
Former members vow to step back from public glare and gather tomorrow to recount battles and glories in a private commencement event, leaving the public audience out of the ceremony.
Ben Wetmore son of Mr and Mrs Ira P Wetmore returned from Christian Brothers College St Joseph Mo with his bride Jessie Haden of Edgerton. The couple, who married Sunday a week ago, are visiting in southwest city and will soon start housekeeping. The romance began while Ben studied at St Joseph and surprised many friends with the wedding news.
Roswell New Mexico invites sealed proposals for a high school building per plans by I H W M Rapp. Bids due noon May 25 1910. Documents available at architects Santa Fe and Trinidad offices and at the Clerk of Education. The board may reject any bid.
Anna Johnson sues Lea Cattle Company and unknown heirs of H K Thurber in Chaves County to quiet title to Lot 6, Block 43 West Side Addition Roswell. Defendants must answer by June 14, 1910 or default judgment. Attorney: K K Scott, Roswell. Clerk: S I Roberts.
A notice offers a $500,000 loan fund for irrigated farms with long terms. Interest payable annually and the option to pay off before due. Contact J B Herbst financial agent at 303 North Main.
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