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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1908
Page
6
Terms outline payment options for daily newspaper delivery including annual by mail in advance and monthly by mail. Mentions one month and by carlier with unclear spellings. Provides no clear dates or organizational names.
Alderman candidates announced include A. W. Hayden for First Ward B H Boatright for Second Ward B H Briggs for Third Ward J T M Laughlin for Fourth Ward and Board of Education candidate B A Sleyster for First Ward.
A Democratic convention names reputable candidates for city offices but internal party strife over a proposed sewer system blurs the platform. Thursday night’s muddled resolution is seen as opposition to progress, risking votes for a ticket promising a modern, economical sewer. The issue of public health and decency centers the campaign as Republicans pledge to deliver the sewer if elected.
Residents insist on a decisive stance for a reliable sewer system, fearing ambiguity in disposal policy. The piece notes political rhetoric around the Democratic Party and implies voters seek clear action rather than promises, citing John Randolph on stirring subjects and their effects.
A Pueblo editor criticizes the Silver City Republican convention for sending six delegates to the national convention instead of following the party call for two. The piece argues the move risks harming Taft’s chances if a contest arises and urges naming Catron and Otero as delegates to align with headquarters, warning of potential serious consequences.
The Monongahela, burned at Guantánamo Bay, is celebrated for its Civil War deeds. It fought Farragut’s fleet at Port Hudson and Mobile Bay, with captains praising officers and echoing enduring traditions of courage and naval fortitude.
A historical dispatch notes a naval mission prioritizing peace over display of power. It travels a vast southward and northward arc delivering a benevolent message to aligned governments. Secretary Root prepared the way, shaping favorable reception by southern republics toward the United States.
Before his latest assignment he won belief in his sincerity and in the government he represents. His visit eased doubts about friendliness, and ongoing amenities deepen favorable impressions. The fleet’s service complements the secretary’s effective diplomacy, benefiting both officials and the public as an understandable object lesson.
The Indiana Supreme Court halts use of James Whitcomb Riley’s Brandywine site as a drainage ditch. The piece argues for preserving author homes like Poe cottages Hawthorne sources Aldrich in Portsmouth and Eugene Field, noting the value of memorials despite critique of overreach.
A Massachusetts man died not as predicted after giving away his wealth, then found support lacking. Separately, New York Post Office stamp machines were found to release two one cent stamps for each cent inserted, discovered by a quick office boy, exposing a flaw officials had missed.
An old newspaper advertorial page features Mrs Ida Johnson of Albuquerque praising Doan’s Kidney Pills for back pain and kidney relief. The ad notes Doan’s as a trusted kidney medicine, 50 cent price, Foster Milburn Co agents, and urges readers to remember the name. It also lists Rhode Island Reds and Plymouth Rocks poultry for sale and ends with a meta reminder about effective advertising and salesmanship.
Fragmented excerpts reveal concerns about artesian wells rising in Deming, a dubious duel report, odd arithmetic on stacks, and local politics in Socorro praising Mayor Bursum and an electric light franchise. The garbled clip hints at national tensions and local satire from multiple papers.
Editorial brief compiles remarks from Southwest editors on Deming’s four automobile push and the broader political chatter. Mentions include Beloit and Roswell as other regional voices and a note on institutional lawyers statewide. Also cites a political endorsement by Mr. Bursum and a local health ad for Pazo ointment with a 60 cent price.
Extracted honey offered 10 pounds for 1 cent per pound and 60 1b cans for 5.00. Trustee in bankruptcy for J P Palmer invites bids on estate real estate, groceries, wagons and personal property at Room 1 N VT Armijo Building with viewing by April 5th. Also sale ad for a room house with cellar and bath on Lot 50x142 in best city residential area. contact Lewinson care Jomist.
Eggs for hatching from Wyckoft's strain bred-to-lay White Leghorns and Park's strain bred-to-lay Barred Plymouth Rocks. Priced at $2 per 13 and $12 per 100. Sold by Marger & Sampson at the corner of Twelfth Street and Mountain Road.
The Department of the Interior notices Beatriz L. de Sedillo widow of Bonifacio Sedillo will prove up a twenty year adverse possession claim for tract 868 in sections 24 and 26 T7N R2W. The hearing before J M Luna at Los Lunas NM on March 17 1908 will hear witnesses Estanislado Otero Guillermo Orona Aniceto Aragorf Garcia and Bernardino Sedillo all of Peralta NM. Protestants may cross examine witnesses and present rebuttal evidence at the time and place.
Mayor Frank McKee proclaims a city election in Albuquerque New Mexico to be held April 7 1908 from 9 a m to 6 p m at four ward polling places. Voter eligibility requires real or personal property tax obligations within the city. The ballot asks authorization for four hundred thousand dollars in sewer construction bonds.
United States Mail route launched January 10 1900 between Torrance New Mexico and Roswell Pecos Valley promises fastest travel. Daily car departs Torrance at 6 am arrives Roswell 11 am with reserved seating and 50 pounds baggage allowance. Manager J W Stockard promotes courteous expert chauffeurs and baggage options.
Cristoval Castillo y Chaves of Socorro County New Mexico files final five year proof for Homestead Entry 11511 made May 23 1907 for SE quarter section 14 township 3 north range 4 west to be proved before U S Court Commissioner in Albuquerque March 16 1908. Witnesses: Casimino Sais Bendido Sale Rafael Chaves Manuel Castillo. Manuel R. Otero register.
Department notices Luciano Aragon for final proof on his Small Holding No 525 in section 2 township 6 north range 2 west, to be heard April 20, 1908, at Albuquerque New Mexico before Register Manuel Re. Otero. Witnesses Candelario Aragon, Yranesco Torres, Manuel Vigil, Escolastico Vigil. Protests or rebuttal evidence invited at time and place.
Notice is given that claimant Hipolite Toledo seeks final proof to support his claim under the 1891 act as amended. Proof before H W Otero in Albuquerque on April 20, 1908, for the NE 4 of Sec 13, T7N R8B. Adjacent claimants cited: Annocento Aragon Rafael Gurule Aniceto Toledo Jesus Garcia. Protesters may cross examine at the indicated time and place.
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