29 Oct 1910
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1910
Page
1
Detroit address reviews national public sentiment and calls for direct nomination and recall of legislators, full campaign finance publicity, and ending corporate political influence. He argues for public control of government, disclosure of lobbyists, and limits on corporate political power across states.
Kansas City market reports cattle receipts around 1000 with 100 Texas, hogs about 1100, and sheep 1500. Prices remain steady across classes. native and western cattle, hogs, and sheep show typical mid fall ranges with fed types at 3.25 to 6.75 for sheep and up to 8.70 for hogs.
The Wool Market in St Louis on October 29 shows firmer wool. Territory and western mediums move between 18 and 23 per unit, fine mediums range 17 to 20, and fine wool sells 12 to 16.
Roswell Hardware Company purchases all assets and stock of Independent Hardware Company in a deal worth over 70 thousand dollars. Closing on November 1, two months may pass to complete stock transfer while Enterprise Hardware eyes usable fixtures. James S. Kennedy retires as secretary. C. R. Whaley becomes secretary.
A Texas letter announces the Quanah Acme and Pacific Railroad will reach Roswell within sixty days. Chief engineer Ensminger, of the Lazarus road, confirms fast construction and states the line will not pass through Plainview.
H R Morrow and R F Barnett, Roswell hardware partners active in Bakersfield land and business, depart for Los Angeles and Bakersfield after a visit. They own 2000 acres near Bakersfield, two top business corners, and other interests. They plan a four story hotel on a Bakersfield corner with a seven year lease.
In Chicago Judge Kavanaugh condemns low homicide punishments while noting only two hangings in four years. He cites a 663 homicide tally with 42 life sentences, 114 acquittals, and 132 convictions. He argues severe punishment may deter crime, despite modern views. The report covers a federal trial verdict and other court actions.
The day features key matchups shaping the season title hunt. Minnesota meets Chicago at Marshall Field, Wisconsin faces Northwestern at Madison, Princeton meets Dartmouth at the Polo Grounds, Colorado vs Utah in Denver, Mines vs Colorado College in Colorado Springs, Kansas vs Washburn at Lawrence, Carlisle meets Pennsylvania, and Harvard duels Army at West Point with Army aiming to repeat Yale victory.
A. R. Eddington of Norman Oklahoma buys a third interest in the Lawrence Calfee Irrigated Farms Company in the old Post Office building corner Main and Third streets. He will specialize in handling city property and invites listings from all with property for sale including previous city listings to call on him.
Edward M. Fink and Jesus Valdeverde were found guilty after a jury deliberation. The case concluded with a verdict in the trial proceeding, detailing the charges and outcome for both defendants.
In Pisgah Maryland a fire of unknown origin consumed the T M Carpenter store dwelling causing four deaths. In Denver Esther Ramsay died after attempting to start a fire with gasoline. In Topeka Kansas a Santa Fe storage yard fire destroyed 900 freight cars with $800000 loss while shops nearby were saved by workers.
New York October 29 A notable feature of the express strike is the push for an open shop. Strikers seek higher wages for helpers and non discrimination against non union workers. First wagons rolled into Jersey City with a rifle armed detective beside drivers.
In Kingston on October 29 Roosevelt delivered his final state campaign speech attacking John A. Dix at an outdoor rally. He planned a New York City appearance that evening before departing for Oyster Bay.
Manila Oct 29. Three hundred Manobo tribesmen attacked Capt. Eugene Barton’s plantation in Agusan province. They burned buildings and killed livestock. Barton was away, his wife and child were saved by friendly natives. Troops pursue the raiders.
The Commercial Club directors did not meet as planned due to failure to secure a quorum. The meeting is rescheduled for Monday night to save time and money.
Local observation 6:00 a m Roswell New Mexico shows yesterday high 56 low 26 mean 41 and 0 precip. Wind 2 miles S clear skies. Prev year extremes max 84 min 36. 16 years record highs 87 in 1901 and 25 in 1908. Forecast fair tonight and Sunday with rising temperatures.
At Belmont Park New York racing crowds faced crashes and near misses as Wright and Bleriot aircraft competed for the Gordon Bennett cup. Graham White won in a 50 hp Bleriot amid several accidents including Leblanc wrecking a 100 hp machine and Brookins’ Wright crashing. Latham withdrew after skidding toward the crowd. Detectives guard crowds against jewel thieves amid excitement.
Chicago reporter notes baseball magnates discuss reducing the batter to base on three called balls from four. They may revive earned runs in the American League, signaling a major shift that could alter pitcher standings and strategy.
A brief public notice advertises Title and Trust Company services urging readers to have titles examined and guaranteed. The ad emphasizes reliability and assurance in title safeguarding.
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