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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1908
Page
6
Albuquerque officials discuss a Kansas City firm proposal to construct a city sewer system at about 198000 dollars plus a 12.5 percent profit. The plan includes quicksand contingency up to 22000 dollars and a 100000 dollar bond for contract faithfulness. Bond sales at par at 4.5 percent interest are guaranteed.
An article urges Americans to plant more nut trees as profits from native varieties rise. It cites California and Florida as leading producers and notes imports exceed seven million dollars annually. The piece encourages diverse nut crops, landscape planting, and notes the bad fate of the black walnut in parts of the East.
The text debates funding levels noting that ten per crate fits usual limits and twenty two thousand for quicksand seems excessive. It asserts confidence the proposal is fair and wholly feasible.
The Chicago Inter Ocean reports Taft holds positive views on GOP congressional action while Speaker Cannon asserts Congress is constitutionally empowered to choose its course. Discord between president-elect and speaker is uncertain, but the party presents a united standard and a carefully crafted 1908 platform guiding its conduct until changed.
The Philadelphia Public Ledger highlights a widely discussed subject noting that both women and men in America admire a certain trait. The piece frames the topic as a matter of broad social interest and calls for reflection on public perception.
The New York Tribune discusses the direct primary system for U.S. senators, noting it may curb bribery and delay seen under the old method. The Washington Star adds that the aim is prompt action and preventing legislative stalls caused by senatorial contests and corrupt influence.
A piece contrasts Kentucky and current state politics, criticizing lawmakers who ignore voter instructions to elect senators. It argues elected officials must respect the people’s choices and condemns scandal as unacceptable, urging candidates to submit to the will of the electorate.
A historical overview traces the petroleum rise in the United States from a penny-candle remedy to a vast industry. It cites Archbold’s testimony on early production, notes key state contributions from PA to Texas and California, and highlights 1907 production surges and looming Mexico output risks.
A letter to the Morning Journal argues against changing New Mexico’s name to gain Lincoln’s fame. The writer invokes historic European ties, Spanish heritage in New Mexico, and local sentiment among Spanish descent citizens, asserting name preservation respects tradition and identity. The piece reflects 1908 Albuquerque views on state naming and heritage.
The passage muses on Earth's interior forces and the unknowns of nature. It notes a January 1 postal rate change expanding direct mail between the United States and Great Britain and hints at a broader postal union agreement. It also mentions reforms in the English House of Lords and a wry remark about American heiresses.
This short ad promotes Herpicide as both a scalp antiseptic and hair dressing to prevent brittleness and falling hair. It claims improved scalp feel and stylish hair after use and urges readers to order a sample for 16 cents in stamps. It lists The Herpicide Co Detroit Michigan and agents H Briggs and Co.
William J Bryan arrived in Austin Texas and spoke at a YMCA event during a civic celebration. He and Mrs Bryan planned to depart tomorrow for central Texas en route to their Lincoln home.
A compiled sampler shows varied editorials from Silver City Taiban Valley Roswell and Tucson papers, urging statehood support and condemning name controversy. The mix mentions Governor Kibbey, concerns over money and politics, and hopes for an early outcome before Christmas framing.
The passage presents a 19th century testimonial from Frank J. Cheney asserting the efficacy of Hall's Catarrh Cure, with a sworn affidavit by A W Gleason and a public deal offering one hundred dollars for any case not cured. It includes notice of the product’s internal action and requests testimonials, typical of patent medicine advertising of the era.
Arizona official Gioveenor Kibbey travels to Washington for governors conference and political business. In Roswell a Mothers' duty group forms to help public school teachers guide youth, while a resident excavates and uncovers a human skeleton believed to be remnants of an earlier burial.
A pair of Regal Shoes showcases comfort and fit as key reasons they are valued. Expert modeling and precise finishing contribute to ease in every line and curve of the foot, making them a favored Christmas gift for men.
Interred there many years ago in a burying ground at Roosevelt Aziz J C Sehrott of Las Vegas agitated after facial and hand burns and a near misfortune. Closein of Deming crippled for life after left foot crushed by moving car at El Paso and Southwestern yards. Comanche Mining and Smelting paid off its debts in Silver City. Savanna company to own Comanche properties per a new combine. Adolph Gells of Deming in critical condition after gasoline fire in his shop while cleaning garments.
Advertisement touts a cough cure made from virgin pine oil glycerine and whiskey claiming to cure any curable cough and break a cold in 24 hours. Directions call for a teaspoonful every four hours and urge asking for Leichs Virgin Pine compound by Leach Chemical Co. Cincinnati Ohio.
Local ad notes porch swings offered by Albuquerque Planing Mill with a listed price of 34.50. The fragment references tires, writers, and ROSENWALD but lacks complete context or clear action.
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