25 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Farmington Times
Location
Farmington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
1
A reader letter page from Farmington discusses government positions, local offices, and policies. It comments on water rights limits in canals, tariff effects on home goods, and urges production as an American ideal while referencing President Roosevelt and political figures.
The text notes rising support for municipal ownership in Cuba elections and in a U S city referendum on controlling water power and electric light. It cites a decisive vote favoring public ownership and cites echoes of national party platform backing municipal control.
The document reports Mejor Waller’s acquittal amid debate over orders from Gen. Saifh and the controversial water cure. It notes public concern about federal atrocities in the Little Blanco area and includes excerpts from exchanges and regional notes on agriculture and local governance. It mentions remarks on statehood supervision and a letter from Senator Kittredge to Attorney Harley.
The Republican papers in the territory show weakening support for statehood and question why a Washington delegation is not lobbying. Delegate Rodey is praised for not wavering while others drift after the election. The piece notes bypasing in theory before the vote and calls for action to secure statehood.
The April 15 bulletin notes a warmer than usual winter with dryer conditions overall. March was cold and windy with dry air and delayed spring plowing.
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