21 May 1906
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1906
Page
1
A report outlines a pact between Mexico and the United States over shared Rio Grande waters. The agreement concerns distribution, usage rights, and potential disputes between the neighboring nations. Officials from both countries advocate equitable allocation and joint management to avoid conflicts along the river.
United States and Mexico sign a pact regulating Rio Grande water use. The agreement aims to share the river fairly and halt twenty years of friction, with plans for a $7 million dam and a schedule ensuring U S delivery of substantial water to the Mexican side each year.
A brief roundup notes sermons delivered to graduating classes at the Institute and the City Schools. The items highlight addresses by clergy and educators, framing graduation as a milestone of learning and duty.
Commencement at the Institute Gymnasium drew a large crowd as the Cadet Band performed Onward Christian Soldiers and Joy to the World. Rev E McQueen Gray delivered the baccalaureate sermon using Hold Fast the Profession as his text, after prayers and an anthem Christ Our Passover.
In St. Petersburg on May 21 the chamber avoided a crisis over the emperor’s refusal to meet a delegation from the lower house. It adopted a resolution to proceed with regular business and to discuss the agrarian question.
The supreme court upheld the circuit court verdict in the Burton case. The ruling confirms the prior conviction and denies an appeal for relief.
The railroad rate bill, somewhat disfigured but still recognizable, returned to the House after Senate action. Chairman Hepburn has called a conference of the Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee to review the measure as legislators eye the next steps.
Washington May 21 Chairman Geo D Breiger and Miss Edna Hepburn of Roswell were married at 11 this morning. Breiger, a prescription clerk, and Hall’s daughter, a church chorister, are a popular pair as rail rate debate continues in the House. A separate Artesia street fight ends with Gilbert charging Van Winkle. Gilbert surrenders, bond set at 5000 and 27006 total.
W. H. Start American Vice Consul in Batoum was shot and killed at his country residence. The assassin was a British subject and a prominent ship broker and exporter. Start had faced frequent threats during revolutionary troubles and a visit to his office at Christmas.
The Albuquerque Browns arrived Sunday by automobile from Torrance and checked into their lodging, continuing their travel itinerary.
The President sent the nomination of B. O. Blood to the Senate. Blood is chosen to be Postmaster of East Las Vegas, Washington D. C., May 21.
A congregational meeting followed by a reception will be held at the Episcopal church tomorrow night. Visitors are cordially invited to attend and participate in the church event.
May 21 report from Mariette Wisconsin notes rain and drying wind ending the forest fire danger. Officials say reported losses were likely exaggerated as conditions improve and danger subsides.
Wool steady in St. Louis on May 21 with values for territory Western mediums at 22 2% and fine mediums 21 25, fine 18 21. Furniture for sale at 308 E 5th St 6716&.
Local observation shows Roswell New Mexico at 6 am with temperature 82 high and 52 low, mean 67. precipitation 0.02 inches, wind from the west at 4 miles per hour and clear conditions. Forecast for Roswell and vicinity calls for fair weather tonight and Tuesday with steady temperatures.
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