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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1907
Page
2
A long obituary recounts the death of William McKinley on September 14 1901 and describes the final moments as his wife joined him at his bedside with loving care. It contrasts their steadfast devotion with contemporary political corruption in New Mexico and laments the influence of politicians.
A critical note suggests President Roosevelt has lost influence to compel loyalty within his party in his own state, signaling internal friction and diminishing power.
A terse remark notes that a man who is simply labeled Republican or Democrat lacks real cunning beyond courting political offices, implying insiders see only career ambition.
A newspaper run as a party organ holds little sway beyond its existing followers. It serves its own circle and fails to attract broader civic interest or independent readers.
The remark dismisses political or gambling involvement, suggesting no interest in the man’s voting habits. The line implies that discussing his views would be pointless, as he has abstained from both tickets and tickets of life’s choices.
The passage suggests Hagerman ignored counsel from Max, Bull, and the Major. It claims ancient New Mexico standards treat office and graft as the core aims of government, implying his loss of the governor’s seat.
The McKinley County Republican urges New Mexico to advance boldly in all directions and especially to awaken the people to take responsibility in governing the Territory.
The piece argues for restraint on President Roosevelt and critiques his push for a third term. It cites federal staffing, teaching pay comparisons, and political essays from The New York Sun, framing debates on executive power, Congress, and public will amid upcoming conventions.
The Territorial Board of Education will choose four year text books for public schools in New Mexico at the next meeting. A large number of publishing firms will bid for the contract. New Mexico's growing educational influence is noted with many complimentary letters about the recent educational law.
Noted citizen C O Luckenbach dies in Santa Fe. Santa Fe high school held exercises with two girls and one boy graduating. Albuquerque federal building advertisement to be issued soon. Mary James Mission School for boys contract let to Pueblo Colorado firm. cost about 50 000. Santa Fe prepares to welcome Governor Curry with a coordinating committee. Miner H Sarne found dead near Leopold shot and left to die in cold. killers pursued. Elkins post office established. George C Cover appointed postmaster. Wholesale Grocers Association held Albuquerque meeting. well attended. Jack Rogers bound over for murder of Charles Rossi in Albuquerque. Fort Bayard administration building authorized near Eastivel City, Spanish mission style. cost many thousands.
The annual encampment and reunion begin Thursday with many veterans already in town. Attendance is expected to exceed all recent records due to the Jamestown exposition. Decorating work for streets, businesses, and homes in the old Confederate capital has started and will proceed on an unprecedented scale.
Honolulu May 28 Congressmen who studied island conditions during a three week stay depart tomorrow on the transport Sherman. They investigated immigration, customs payments, lighthouse and life saving needs, river and harbor improvements, and local officials urged action. Recommendations for improvements are expected to be introduced at the next congressional session.
Baton Rouge hosts the annual LSU Alumni Society meeting at Garig hall with a cadet reunion from 1870 and 1880. A battalion drill on Athletic Field will be reviewed by the governor and staff. E F Gayle of Lake Charles delivers the annual address. Degrees are conferred by Governor Blanchard. Baccalaureate by Archbishop James H Blenk.
Bids will be received up to June 1 1907 for the old Baptist church parsonage and lot with the right reserved to reject any or all bids. The notice is signed by F DIVERS and R H KEMP. Boellner the jeweler advertises a cheaper option.
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Numerous classified notices list land scrip a gasoline engine buggy harness and various land lots for sale. Carlton & Bell advertise 12 vacant lots on South Hill 20 acres with a five room house and 600 acres near Roswell at $700 per acre.
A farmer in Iowa asked a harness dealer to honor a price. The dealer offered a swap: if the farmer brings 300 bushels of corn, he will receive a $45 harness plus a double buggy harness and several other items totaling more than the original sale price. The former sale was recorded as a cashless barter.
New York on May 28 reports Mr and Mrs Charles M Kelley of Kansas City among passengers aboard the Hamburg American liner to Naples. Kelley a street car conductor, married six years ago. They have saved every cent to take a six month honeymoon visiting Rome Paris London Dublin and other capitals.
Legal blanks and record want ads are available at the Record Office for sale. Get results by placing notices or advertisements through the official filing channel.
Furnished room with bath available for rent. Inquiries at Payton Drug Co 7412. Also two furnished rooms for light house keeping and one additional room available at 509 N Lea.
Dr. A. J. Fischer druggist and secretary of the territorial board of Pharmacy returned from Roswell where he attended a four days session. Fifteen applicants sought examination and only one failed to pass. He was accompanied by his wife who is visiting relatives in Encino.
Richmond Virginia May 28 General Stephen D Lee commander in chief of the United Confederate Veterans and his staff with veterans businessmen and citizens of Richmond are arranging a large reception and entertainment for the thousands of veterans and visitors expected.
Advertises a position for a lady cook to work away from home with wages of 25 dollars per month and board. Inquiries directed to Roswell Auto Shop.
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