17 Oct 1907
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1907
Page
1
Police Chief Rascoe tried to arrest a circus worker dressed as a laborer who refused to leave the track before a race claiming his horse could beat any act. An officer restrained Rascoe, learning the rider was a show employee and not part of a crime.
The New York brokerage Otto Heinze and Co announces its suspension following financial irregularities. Regulators cited compliance failures and client fund concerns prompting the action. The firm has not disclosed further details or timelines for remediation.
The stock exchange announced the suspension of Otto Heinze & Co. Augustus Heinze resigned as president of the Mercantile National Bank and William Ridgely was invited to assume the post. A Butte run on the State Savings Bank, blocked by a 31 day privilege, followed. Amalgamated Copper ties sparked Wall Street chatter as output cuts hit Clark and Phelps Dodge.
CE magnates clash over control of the Illinois Central System in a tense struggle. Industry leaders maneuver for influence as the railroad's future direction and leadership are contested.
Today's stockholders meeting will determine the matter. Fish and Peabody exchange warm remarks while Harriman speaks on the financial and business outlook. For sale a few roadster horses suitable for family driving, advertised at 95.
One of the largest trials to date proceeded before Justice AL Welter as Harry Jones faced a city warrant for selling liquor in a club on South Pecos Avenue without a license. Evidence suggested beer with sandwiches was sold for five cents, leading to fines. Defense was by Evans and Bowers who plan a hearing tomorrow on the alleged offense. The Presbyterian ladies host a silver tea today from 3 to 9 pm at Mrs. Wogle's residence with a musical program for public enjoyment.
Secretary Taft formally opened the Philippine assembly at 11:15 in the presence of a large crowd in Manila. He was entertained at luncheon by Major General Leonard Wood, commander of the military department of the Philippines. He attended a reception this afternoon and evening and planned to discuss policy after the official banquet Monday night.
Those expecting to decorate buggies carriages or autos for the Elks Carnival flower parade must notify Mrs. F C Hunt or Mrs. Percy Evans within two days. Material cut ready to make flowers may be purchased from Dennison Mfg. Co Chicago at low cost.
At yesterday’s Illinois Central board session Charles A. Peabody sparred with Stuyvesant Fish, prompting an angry exit and heated exchange. Edward Harriman urged focus on policy as he commented on a swelling money obstruction and the need for sane railroad legislation.
Miss Johnson's room hosts its first program Friday at 2 30 with mothers invited. The High School Literary Society presented a strong program at the Central Building last Friday and the orchestra showed potential for a fine season. North Hill building rooms formed literary societies and held their first biweekly programs last week. Patrons are invited to attend and visit the schools anytime.
The High School hosts an oratorical contest and halves day classes due to crowded rooms. Roswell beats Artesia in baseball and Artesia visits for a return game. Mr. Cottingham returns after typhoid illness and Monday talks on Pure English are praised by pupils. Friday programs and basketball practice planned.
City council debates a proposed ordinance to create a three member Water and Sewer Commission in Roswell to plan fund and oversee a municipal water works and sewer expansion. The measure awaits mayoral signature and bond election approval for 120000 water bonds and 35000 sewer bonds.
Ten dollars reward for return of a gray horse described as six years old, 900 pounds, brand J H R on left hip, strayed from a place two miles north of Dexter, New Mexico. Contact F L Mehlnop, Dexter NM. 9513 Rebekahs. Attention Samaritan Rebekah Lodge No. 14. Friday evening at 7:30. 9512 Ida L Mueller G G. Taé New Majestic program change to night.
A correspondent argues that newspapers boost local business with regular city promotion but lose revenue when printing costs shift to nearby firms. The piece criticizes missing records of prominent individuals, suggesting a need for better accounting of notable events.
An earthquake of great violence was recorded at Albany state museum seismograph around 9 to 9:20 a.m. with movement continuing at 10:15 a.m. The Weather Bureau seismograph in Washington also logged a strong disturbance starting about 9 a.m. and ending around 9:20.
Dispatches report worst destitution from floods in France as the Loire and Rhone rivers and tributaries flood streets two to ten feet deep. Rail traffic is halted and distress spreads across hundreds of towns as the storm center moves toward the sea.
E. L. Hurst of Philadelphia and R. E. Ratcliffe of Kansas City were in town calling on the trade.
San Francisco Oct 17 Chas M Schwab arrived to decide whether to continue operating Union Iron Works or close them down. He said the move hinges on the plant future and economic conditions.
Nursery stock advertise close priced trees and roses with no commission. Mrs H DeB Heflin left for Oklahoma City to visit Heflin family for several weeks. Capt W C Reid returned from Portales after attending court.
Roswell Gas Company received a car of crude oil at ten last night and expects to resume gas service this afternoon. After twelve days without fuel exclusive customers will enjoy gas lights stoves and ranges once more. Manager Sweet orders another car of oil to prevent a recurrence and the plant was cleaned renovated and additional machinery installed to improve safety and supply.
Roswell New Mexico local report records yesterday's maximum 71 and minimum 45 with a mean of 58. Precipitation 0.0 inches and north wind at 3 miles per hour. Weather cloudy. Forecast calls for generally fair and warmer conditions tonight and Friday in Roswell and vicinity.
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