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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1907
Page
2
The text blends political commentary from Maverick and others, criticizing President Roosevelt's statehood promises and party harmony. It laments superficial talk, stresses the Record’s pro statehood stance, and questions the loyalty of the Republican party to New Mexico’s affairs.
The article discusses the development of turbine technology referencing Hero of Alexandria and early toy rotary engines. It explains how live steam drives a rotor within a chamber and compares this to modern turbine principles. It notes speed potential and limits set by connected machinery and load size. It also mentions land sales tied to irrigation and agency responsibilities.
The article notes strong local support for statehood in New Mexico Territory and opposition to entrenched grafters and carpetbaggers. It cites Governor Curry and President Roosevelt while urging residents to push harder for admission if Congress acts.
Rumors say a large scale proposition may bring many buyers to the valley to purchase lands for farming and settlement. A capitalist company reportedly seeks to option all saleable acres to establish a German colony with small tracts for truck farming and fruit raising. Landowners expect an agreement soon to finalize sales pleasing all parties. Carlsbad Argus. Stove pipe 10c per joint W P Lewis Hardware Co. B F McAninch, here three days for business, leaves for Carrizozo.
Auction note lists a rotary and drop Austin well drilling machine for sale. Inquire at Roswell Machine Shop for details and price.
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