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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1908
Page
6
D S Boucher business manager of The Journal Publishing Company Albuquerque declares an average daily print run of 4461 copies for April 1908. Sworn before a notary in Bernalillo County on May 9 1908.
Congress finally approved both local items as reported. The irrigation appropriation was reduced to 30000 dollars and signed by the president, while the public buildings item of 20000 dollars for the federal building was restored in the final joint committee bill and passed by both houses.
The Montgomery shortage at the Allegheny National Bank in Pittsburgh is over two million dollars, climbing from an initial fifty thousand as figures update. Mayor Guthrie condemns state deposit manipulation by the Republican machine in Pennsylvania as a deadly crime and cites political asset use of state loans. He warns of a rotten machine and notes New Mexico follows but with less funds and clout, mirroring the Pennsylvania pattern.
Among important measures drawing attention in Albuquerque is the drive for better roads. The city council plans to purchase a road project to prepare the town and surrounding country for thousands of visitors next fall.
Mining engineer James S. Wroth of Goldfield Nevada urges Albuquerque to use locally sourced quartzite pebbles for a durable street pavement. He proposes a simple plant with gyratory crusher and screens, enabling low-cost crushing and sizing to produce a first class road surface.
A Pottsville sheriff invited about 600 foreigners to witness a murder verdict execution in the prison yard. Spectators rushed for rope fragments believed to cure rheumatism, prompting a deputy to threaten with a revolver. The piece questions public executions as demoralizing spectacles and suggests the event would have spread ant crime influence.
Fragmentary notes reference an experiment labeled Peachey Vario with delegations or denials within a historical context. The readable text hints at tensions or debates but lacks full details or names. Further text needed for precise summary.
The Call reports San Francisco audiences rose to the patriotic air as the Star Spangled Banner echoed from orchestras aboard the fleet. At Alcazar theater two women debated the tune, one insisting it was the Star Spangled Banner while the other corrected it to My Country Tis of Thee.
A Washington dispatch to the New York World says General Luke R. Wright of Memphis is chosen to succeed William H Taft as secretary of war likely July 1. Wright, a Democrat, is said to back the Democratic ticket next November after serving as Philippines governor general and ambassador to Japan. The move is seen as clever politics to bolster party support and weaken the Solid South. An Memphis attorney linked to Wright confirmed the offer and expected acceptance.
A collage of column snippets shows Texas and western territory topics from Roswell to Cleveland. It references Roswell’s irrigation exhibit, Pecos valley chances for a blue ribbon, barefoot fashion among Cleveland society women, eastern territorial Democrats, a skeptical Bryan era platform, and Washington laundries regulation while urging attention to inland waterway improvement.
No Humbug. Foley's Honey and Tar is praised for coughs colds and lung troubles. The ad claims Paley's Honey and Tar is safer and equally effective and urges avoiding unknown preparations.
A collage of notes and quips from Arizona New Mexico Texas papers. Topics range from delegate propositions, safety concerns over barbers on Sundays, to humorous takes on weather and local life. Witty editorials from Floyd County Hesperian and Texico Trumpet mingle with regional observations about museums and land use.
Mrs E Adiar of 817 South Edith St Albuquerque says Dean's Kidney Pills relieved kidney and shoulder blade pain after using one box. She reports significant improvement and endorses the remedy. For sale by all dealers at 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents in US. Remember the name Doan's and take no other.
Banks prepare to fund one of the nation’s largest annual wool operations. The wool crop totals hundreds of millions of pounds with value in the millions, with credit extended from producer to final consumer through stages from farm to cloth. The article notes long delays in the supply chain and banken’s stake in a high pressure, fashion driven market.
The board of county commissioners meets this morning at 10 in the courthouse to conduct regular business and sit as a board of equalization on assessor valued semi annual assessments. The city council meets tonight at 8 in the Public Library with a second floor room prepared for future sessions. The board of education plans its closing term business at Central School this evening at 8. The Bernalo county probate court opens this morning at 9 in the inferior court house with Judge Jesus Romero presiding.
This article explains how weeds spread through wind, manure, and contaminated seed, urging seed cleanliness and careful cultivation. It discusses seed vitality, prevention of seeding, and methods like shallow cultivation, burning uprooted weeds, and pulling with tools to control perennials such as couch or bindweed.
Former President Grover Cleveland, staying at a Lakewood hotel, departed today by automobile for his Princeton residence, ending the Lakewood stay.
A passer-by halted a fire set to a sampler at the Ben son smelter in Arizona. Willard board of trade pushes irrigation by electricity and a central power plant for farmers. El Paso & Southwestern secret service probes who dynamited a pipeline feeding the Bonito river through Carrizozo. Phoenix Street Railroad faces 5000 damages for George W. Sanders death. Charles Carter credited with killing a mountain lion near Arch Rock. Arizona clubs form an automobile group following Albuquerque. El Pyse Chemical and Piber to make alcohol at Pages City, not for drinking. An unknown party attempted to derail a Pecos Valley passenger train near Acme by placing ties on the track. The Improved Order of Red Men of Arizona held a Tucson convention.
It is stated that once the depot at Belén is completed the Rio Grande division offices now at San Marcial will be relocated there, consolidating operations at the new facility.
A speaker identified as Hobson of the House voices bold, fiery lines urging rapid naval expansion and war readiness to deter Nippon. He mocks pacifist fears, claims America must have a larger fleet, and warns of a looming clash across the Pacific from San Diego to Beattie.
Advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a cure for incipient and advanced consumption offering comfort and relief. Warns to refuse any but the genuine Foley's Honey and Tar. J. H. O'Reilly & Co.
J and Pearce administrator files final report in Bernaldo County Probate Court. Hearing date set for July 6 1908 to hear objections and consider discharge. All parties in interest advised to take notice.
Notice is given that Francisco Lucero y Montoya of Alameda New Mexico has filed intention to make final five year proof for Homestead entry 7435 dated February 18 1903 for the E half of Section 26 and NE quarter NE quarter Section 35 Township 13 North Range 1 West. Proof before H W S Otero United States Court Commissioner Albuquerque New Mexico on June 25 1908. Witnesses: Plaje des Maldonado Alfredo Sandoval Jacobo Tafova Nicanor Pach all of Alameda NM. Manuel R Otero Register.
Notice states Rosalia Vigil de Lujan widow Vicente Lujan seeks final proof under 1891/1893 acts for multiple lots across Sections 26 35 36 in Township 7 N R 2 E N M. before H W S Otero on June 15 1908 in Albuquerque. Crecencio Aragon Acojastico Vigil Pelicaspo Sanchez Pablo Salazar of Albuquerque to prove twenty years continuous possession. Protest or rebuttal opportunities provided. Manuel R. Otero, Register.
Department of the Interior Santa Fe announces proof of claim under sections 16 and 17 of the 1891 act, as amended, before H. W. Otero at Albuquerque on June 15 1908. Ramon Vigil y Apodaca named. witnesses listed: Pilar Vigil Emiliano Vigil Policarpo Sanchez Mariano Vigil.
David Marks Custom Made Clothing offers a new suit for 12.50 cash or 1.00 weekly. Regular prices run from 18 to 30. Visit the KK Maharam shop at 516 West Central to see the selection.
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