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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1907
Page
4
Local town records a flurry of arrivals and departures with visitors from Hagerman Carlsbad Portales Amarillo Indiana Kan Texas and New York. Notables include J P White Ernest Longnecker and Judge James A Poage among others as residents plan summer travel health visits and business trips.
The Daniel Drug Co. serves a limeade at its soda fountain made from real fruit just received from Mexico. The drink is touted as the best thirst quenching option.
Cecil Phillips returned this morning from Dexter where he spent a week hunting. He says he made the game hide out, and this is likely true.
John W. Atwater M. P. and Miss Lucile E. Atwater of Holton Kansas have been here to view the sights. The group traveled to the city for a brief sightseeing visit and were received by local residents.
H H Nelson of Cabry Illinois left this morning after touring the country since March 8 while seeking a purchase, expressing pleasure and plans to return. Miss Bess Camord, a eighteen month resident, departed for Decatur Alabama due to her sister’s illness and will return in the fall. Drew Kennard, Military Institute graduate and baseball shortstop, headed home to Kilburne Texas to attend a higher college next year. Mrs Charles E Graham Mrs Luther A Graham and George E Dicken of Paducah Kentucky arrived last night to visit for a week or two and the young man will stay longer for his health.
Mrs. F L Paddock of Dallas and Miss Ella Wilson of Chicago leave Roswell after two weeks filing on claims to return home then plan to visit Portales on the way. A group including Everts Beasley Millex Markham Falls Hawkins and Hawkins explore Roswell sights before returning home. Captain J M Loring leaves for the East to visit Nor folk Jamestown and Providence en route to Yarmouth Me for the summer with plans to teach in the East next winter.
Captain E. S. Comer, who taught mathematics and history at the Military Institute last term, left this morning for his home in Mound City, Missouri. He will not return next winter, planning to study engineering in Arizona and will be at Tucson in a few weeks.
In the city, The Grill Cafe offers Table D Hote at 25 cents for noonday meals in a cool dining room. Morning and evening meals are served A La Carte. A splendid program is planned for tonight at the Majestic.
Omaha reports drought relief as rain yesterday ended dry spell across Nebraska. Wheat crops benefit while farmers look to recovery after months of heat and scarcity.
Deeds filed show The Kenna Development Co transferring Lot 5 Block 15 Kenna to C W Ayres for 1120 dollars. J R Dendinger and others transfer 780 acres plus water rights in sections 19 20 39 township 10 range 25 to J F McMurray for 23400 dollars. Eva Lena Pettey conveys 3 and north 35 feet of Lot 4 Bik 10 Roswell plus water rights to S P Glover and Jessie L Glover for 2000 dollars.
Chicago grand jury begins a wide inquiry into alleged protection payments by midwives and doctors for illegal surgical operations across the city. Dr Lucy Hagenow is separately indicted in the Lola Madison death case while the scope of illegal surgeries appears large.
Portales Bank and Trust Company invites bids to erect a two story brick building 29 by 80 feet in Portales New Mexico. Bids due June 5 1907 at 4 p m with certified check or bond 5 percent. Plans available at the bank. Bidder must state completion time and bond at contract price. Directors reserve right to reject all bids. 726 J A Fairly Cashier.
From Carlsbad New Mexico Current stockmen face mounting losses due to shipping delays. Eddy county alone could lose about 50000 dollars this season, a sum that could buy 1000 stock cars. Authors urge stockmen to build or lease rail capacity east toward Quanah to get cattle to Texas markets.
An international exposition of bakery and methods opened in Budapest under the National Union of Hungarian Bakers. The event attracts wide European interest and will run until June 30.
Residents circulate a petition asking county commissioners to begin incorporation proceedings under the law for towns and villages. The petition is favored and the next meeting is likely to approve the action.
Hardwood lumbermen from many sections gathered on the Atlantic City pier for the National Hardwood Lumber Association two day annual session that began this morning.
An intriguing Majestic show draws attendees for a thoughtful program tonight. The event promises engaging content and a refined lineup.
For sale or trade a splendid hotel proposition described as a money maker the first day and every day. Interested buyers directed to Carlton & Bell for details.
Carlton and Bell advertise 20 acres within Roswell city limits for 3000 dollars or will trade for a good residence. The land is fenced and cultivated with an artesian well, fruit trees, and a six room house. Family wants responds through Carlton & Bell.
Miss Nina Rabb will present a fine concert on the evening of June 4 at the Southern Methodist Church. The event promises a program of varied music to delight local audiences.
An offer on Main Street promises an item labeled 110 can be bought for 800 dollars if sold within a few days. Carl ton and Beil are connected to the sale.
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