Burglary Costs Compared With Fires in New York
A city brief notes a Jamues Monthly estimate showing burglary losses far exceed fires. It cites 6,000 fires yearly in New York causing about 10 million dollars in losses, and 1,764 burglary arrests that year, with burglars averaging 450 dollars per loss and only one in twenty arrests. The piece discusses the high value of stolen items and the limited recoveries, arguing for lax by burglary insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamuele
New York
United States
Paimot
Albuquerque
Statehood sentiment grows in territorial press
The Raton Gazette backs statehood without qualification. The Lordsburg Liberal notes public opinion favors joint statehood for New Mexico and Arizona, arguing the people should decide. Both papers view statehood under any conditions as preferable to remaining a territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raton
Lordsburg Liberal
Don H. Keihan
New Mexico
Arizona
Statehood debate and law order in New Mexico
A Tucson Star letter-writer questions single statehood benefits for Arizona versus two-state costs while noting Oklahoma and Indian Territory unity. The piece cites press commentary on statehood, New York blackmail trials, Albuquerque police concerns, and local jurisprudence, urging reform of city governance and enforcement practices amid New Mexico’s growing wool and mining prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Chas. M. Feeumeimer
Chickasha
Indian Territory
Oklahoma
Kansas
Queer Ways of an Able American Court
A St Louis court grants leniency to a rich young thief after his plea of hardship. The piece likens favor to mercy and cash in court, contrasting with a Chicago gallows scenario, and questions the morality of releasing a thief to pursue a fishing trip with stolen tackle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adarantino
Elo
St. Louis
Swell
Chicago
Roch
Peculiar Pyrotechnics of Europe s War Lord
Analyzes Emperor William II s bold diplomacy, comparing his style to modern figures like Hay and Roosevelt. The article notes his unpredictable, calculating moves in Morocco and Europe, predicting tricky outcomes for rivals as he pursues open door tactics and strategic balance. It praises his intelligent, nonrandom approach and imagines him shaping events with decisive, unforeseen actions.
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Wiliam
Alexander the Great
Hyons
John Hay
Roosevelt
Morocco
Ice
Great Britain
Brest
William Bob
Oscar
Russia
William
New York City
Croker
In The Woods and Other Oddities From Old Writings
A New York man recalls an Adirondacks visit by Emerson as remembered by a guide named Steve who called the sage a gentleman scholar and the homeliest critter of his age. The piece also parodies social scenes and 17th century domestic life with quips from Harper’s Weekly Chicago Record-Herald and London Chronicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Adirondacks
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Emerson
Steve
Concord
Harper’s Weekly
City considers social evil remedy and licensed houses
A letter from a Constant Reader argues for a city plan to address prostitution by licensing women and requiring them to reside in licensed houses with rents based on occupant numbers. The writer urges moving such houses to outskirts, reducing central disturbances and policing costs, and assigns penalties for those found outside licensed residences. He criticizes current methods and urges council action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albuquerane
Bilitor
Bargain and Beer Offer Promises at Local Hotels
An advertisement urges readers to save by shopping Schilling's Best at their grocer and claims meeting Saturday night to enjoy good cold beer and free lunch. It also promotes Sunday dinners at the Columbus Hotel with a promise of never missing a Sunday meal there.
Jemez Springs Stage Line Delivers Mail From Albuquerque
The Jemez Springs stage line carries U S mail and is the only route with stock changes en route. It operates from Albuquerque every Tuesday and Saturday at 6 a.m. Contact W L Trimble & Co in Albuquerque or J B Block, proprietor, Perea, New Mexico for particulars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Mail
Ries
Albuquerque
W. L. Trimble & Co
J. B. Block
Perea
New Mexico
Notice on reserved peals and dining offers at local venues
Owing to high demand for reserved peals at the Casino no orders will be accepted for a specific date before 9 a.m. Maps and diagrams are at O A Matson Co 212 West Railroad avenue 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays 9 a.m. to noon and at the Casino 2 6 p.m. K B Sellers Manager invites dining at Columbus hotel for Sunday meals and Zelger's Cafe offers a cold bottle and free Saturday night lunch with a dance tonight at Orchestrion Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. A. Matson & Co
West Hailroad Avenue
K. B. Sellers
Zelger
Remedy Promises Prompt Relief for Colic and Diarrhea
A Powdered remedy Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea is praised for quick, pleasant relief. An Alabama merchant testifies to its efficacy with family use and on his own stomach issues. Advertisements claim the product and Dr. Thomas Electric Oil are sold at all drug stores.
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My. W
I ‘Taylor
Wington
Ala
Wettom
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Albuquerque Citizen
Aetent Daily and
Weems Srmienten
W. T. Eo Reikght Busing
Texas
Tucson
Star
Hiis
Ely
Don Kedzie
Santa Fe Central
Europe
Renton
Lizzie
Chicago Record-Herald
Pepys
Luce
London Chronicle
Hamlet Company
Cleveland Plain Dealer
O. W. Strong's
Undertakers
Fairview
Santa Barbara
Phon
North Second Street
Albuquerque Transfer
West Gold Avenue
Bell
Black
D New Bank
Japan
Cash Buyers’ Union
Wm. Dolde
Schilling
Columbus Hotel
Maloy's
Alto
Third Street
Atlantic Avenue
Myers House
Jemez Hot Springs
Strong's Sons
Learnard & Lindemann
THE
Square Music Dealers
REMC
A. Simpier
South Second St
Housewife
Empress Mills
M. Berger
West Copper Ave
Yellowstone
Moet & Chandon
White Seal
St. Louis al
Jos
Schlitz Milwaukee
Telenhope 1
South
First Street
Anhanner
Melini & Eakin
Commiercie
Al[buquerique, New Mexico
Treasury
San Francisco
Othr
National Bank
Orchestrion Hall
Croup
Dr. Thomas
Electric Gil
Suestanece
J, Korber & CO
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