History of New Rockford: December 30, 2024

All New Rockford businesses were closed from noon to 6 p.m. on July 3 and 5, 1907, and from 10 a.m. to the end of the day on July 4.

On July 3 to 5, the Third Annual Race Meeting of the Central Circuit, sponsored by the Eddy County Fair Association, took place in New Rockford. Over 6000 people made their way to the racetrack over the three days. On the 3rd the weather was ideal; a small shower the...