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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1908
Page
4
The Merging Journal asserts it has larger circulation than any other New Mexico daily, stating it is published every day of the year and superior to Albuquerque papers in circulation. The notice comes from The American Newspaper Directors in Albuquerque.
The editorial urges the New Mexico legislature to back a statehood bid and adopt reforms. It argues Congress may act only if the territory modernizes its practices, endorses Australian ballot to curb voter corruption, and calls for strict enforcement of election laws to gain national support for statehood.
A fragment from Merlin notes a Reichstag debate on reform in Germany. Liberal parties and the Cettre faction favor making Imperial ministers answerable to the country, not the crown. The five intradyperd resolutions differ in form and, with party jealousy, suggest difficulty in aligning parties to reform.
Disputes among local factions mirror Germany's parliamentary splits over governance and delay Albuquerque's essential sewer system project. Citizens fear health risks, property value decline, and degraded sanitation, urging unity to enact an efficient, public-spirited solution.
Reports from Rome describe munificent jubilee gifts to Pope Pius X. Most are religious items, with duplicates common. Austria sends a grand cross. Spain leads with twelve liturgical chasubles and ample linen. The Vatican houses a special presents room guarded by gendarmes, keeping many items mostly unseen by outsiders.
The piece argues the United States must end its indirect protectorate over Haiti and Santo Domingo as European powers retreat, warning that despite long aid, these nations slide toward deeper barbarism and lack capacity for self government. It stresses a domestic burden to assume direct responsibility.
The fragment notes that making them an offense poses no peril to the civilized world, implying a debate over criminalizing or condemning certain acts and suggesting relative risk assessment without graphic detail.
The Youth's Companion argues the court of public opinion now reviews nations actions more than 206 years ago, noting rulers may break treaties yet stressing the value of upholding them to foster a future international police to enforce the law of nations.
The last Roosevelt message to Congress dominates the week with both houses to receive it on Tuesday as the sixtieth Congress opens on Monday. Taft expected back in Washington to speak in New York while tariff revision chances are deferred. Trials loom for the Tennessee night rider case with possible postponements. International notes cover Cas tro in France Venezuela relations and Dutch warship maneuvers near Venezuela. Labor events include the United Mine Workers voting for national officers and a U S Supreme Court appeal by the American Federation of Labor regarding an anti boycot t injunction.
Special correspondence reports Walter McCall barricaded in the McMillan dam cook shack after threats to cut his throat with a butcher knife. Companions fled as he slashed wildly. doors were barred and the room walled up. He later calmed, received medical care, ten stitches taken, and is expected to recover.
The item warns readers about counterfeit versions of Foley's Honey and Tar, a popular cough remedy. It notes the imitators aim to imitate the well known brand, promising relief for obstinate coughs and lung issues, and mentions availability through J. AdYr Kielly Co.
We have just the vehicle you want at special sale prices now through Christmas. Large new stock available. Limited time offers on select models and financing options may apply. Visit showroom for specifics and test drives.
An advertisement touts a home remedy claim for coughs and colds using Leach’s Virgin Oil of Pine with glycerine and whiskey. It prescribes a teaspoonful every four hours and cites Leach Chemical Co. of Cincinnati Ohio as the producer.
At a large meeting of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen officers were elected for the coming year. C E Wilson was named master, A W Shelter vice master, C Bb Chambers secretary, William Mason financier, W H Jones past master. William C Maxon was chosen delegate to the Grand Lodge in Columbus Ohio May 1909, with B Chambers as alternate delegate. The annual ball will be held Monday evening February 22, described as a major social event of the season.
A business endorses the Royal typewriter as a top choice and compares it favorably with others, noting reliable performance since last March. The ad highlights a $65 price and urges firms to consider the model for office use. Also mentions porch swings at $4.50 and Albuquerque offerings.
This reader note highlights Megal custom made footwear praised for exceptional fit and craftsmanship. It argues the gift is ideal for fathers husbands brothers or friends due to superior comfort and expert modeling and finishing across every line and curve of the foot.
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